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Apple could adopt the scissor switch keyboard mechanism in upcoming MacBooks. (Source: iFixit)

Ming-Chi Kuo: Apple will ditch the butterfly-switch keyboard for something that actually works, starting with the 2019 MacBook Air

A new report by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo indicates that Apple might ditch the troublesome butterfly-switch keyboard mechanism on upcoming MacBooks in favor of the scissor-switch. Kuo expects the MacBook Air refresh this year to ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 05 Jul 2019 10:12

Wearables will remain a growing market over the next few years. (Source: Design Interactive)

The wearables market is now expected to hit at least US$50 billion by 2022

Wearables are currently projected to influence the way personal electronics are used more and more in the future. This technology now covers both devices that can double as accessories and as clothing. Their market is estimated to...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Jul 2019 16:13

The wireless charging market may show healthy growth over the next 6 years. (Source: Amazon)

The wireless charging market may be worth US$27 billion by 2025

Wireless charging is already appreciably popular today. Its market is thought to be capable of attaining a US$27 billion value over the next 6 years, according to the latest research. Its results show the most prominent applicatio...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Jul 2019 23:05

According to the WSJ, this might in fact be the first time Cook saw the iPhone Xr -- on launch day. (Source: Apple)

In rare rebuke, Apple CEO Tim Cook publicly refutes WSJ article on Ive's reasons for departure

Apple CEO Tim Cook has lashed out at a Wall Street Journal article that reported Jony Ive decided to leave the company because Cook wasn't interested in design. In an email to sent to NBC's Dylan Byers, Cook refutes the story's cl...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Jul 2019 12:48

Smartphone market analysis chart June 2019 (Source: Canalys)

Canalys: 5G phone shipments will overtake 4G in 2023

According to Canalys mobile VP Nicole Peng, 5G smartphones will see a rapid adoption in China thanks to the strong government roadmap and the financial capabilities of the local operators. Global 5G phone shipments are expected to...

Codrut Nistor, 01 Jul 2019 18:41

Fast Share may appear on Google Account-enabled devices soon. (Source: XDA)

Google is now reportedly piloting Fast Share, an AirDrop alternative

Google may be working on a new way to send files between devices without necessarily relying on the internet. This new feature, called Fast Share, may be intended to compete with Apple's AirDrop. Unlike Android Beam, it involves t...

Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Jun 2019 18:38

Mobile payments are rapidly headed for a trillion-dollar industry. (Source: CMO)

The mobile payments market is now estimated to jump to over US$1 trillion in value by 2022

Mobile payments are now thought of as a market capable of vast growth over the next 3 years. The latest figures put its worth at US$348 billion now; however, this is thought to grow to $1.3 trillion in 2022. It is projected to gro...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Jun 2019 16:55

We probably won't be seeing photos of Cook and Ive together like this in future. (Source: Apple)

Opinion: Jony Ive leaves Apple, but it's not on a design high

Apple fans were shocked by news that legendary design guru Jony Ive is leaving the company. While Ive has undoubtedly contributed significantly to numerous iconic Apple designs in the past, he is not, however, leaving Apple on a d...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 29 Jun 2019 11:56

Apple Chief Design Officer has announced he is leaving Apple to form his own design studio. (Source: Getty)

Apple Chief Design Officer Jony Ive leaving the company, news wipes US$9B off Apple share value

In a major blow to the Apple its fabled Chief Design Officer Jony Ive has announced he is leaving the company. As the hand behind Apple’s most iconic designs, the news immediately triggered a negative reaction on Wall Street ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 28 Jun 2019 02:35

ARM's lead CPU architect Mike Filippo hired by Apple

Apple recently hired Mike Filippo, who formerly served as ARM's lead CPU architect. While this move may mean that Apple will begin developing an ARM-based MacBook (as so many have hoped the past few years), it is more likely that ...

Sam Medley, 27 Jun 2019 00:11

The new setting in Google Location History. (Source: Google)

Auto-delete your Google Location History with this new setting

Google offers the option to store a timeline of places in which a user's location-enabled phone has been. The account-holder in question can also disable this ability and delete this information if they choose. The latest update t...

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Jun 2019 22:28

New rumor from IHS Markit points to 16-inch MacBook Pro this fall

Recent rumors from analyst group IHS Markit are predicting a 16-inch MacBook Pro. The new device, which is speculated to feature a larger 3072x1920 display from LG, could debut at Apple's fall event this September. The laptop woul...

Sam Medley, 24 Jun 2019 22:39

VLC is a popular open source and cross-platform media player with over 3 billion downloads since 2005.

PSA: Update your copy of VLC to avoid allowing hackers full control of your computer when opening video files

Popular video and media player VideoLan Client (VLC) has been found by security researchers to have two serious vulnerabilities, allowing malicious .avi and .mkv files to execute any code with full user privileges. Version 3.0.7 o...

Douglas Black, 24 Jun 2019 10:39

There will be no sequel to the Pixel Slate and iPadOS probably put the final nail in its coffin. (Source: Google)

Opinion: Did iPadOS kill the Pixel Slate?

Tech fans were disappointed to learn that Google has officially killed off any plans for a successor to the Pixel Slate. While there had been suspicions the decision was made some time ago, it looks like the arrival of iPadOS migh...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Jun 2019 10:14

Apple announces a battery recall program for 2015 MacBook Pros with Retina display. (Source: Apple)

Apple announces a voluntary battery recall program for certain 15-inch MacBook Pro laptops

Apple has announced a free battery recall and replacement program for MacBook Pros with Retina display sold between September 2015 and February 2017. The company says that the batteries in these units are likely to overheat and po...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Jun 2019 08:48

Vivaldi 2.6 update notification (Source: Own)

Vivaldi 2.6 brings native content blocking, even more customization options

With a total of 11 new features and no less than 57 bugs squashed, Vivaldi 2.6 is a solid update to the browser that was created to be Opera 12's spiritual successor. This new release comes with a native content blocking mechanism...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Jun 2019 13:55

Apparently, the 10th generation Core i series will include a mix of architectures. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Core i7-10510U and Core i5-10210U disappoint on Geekbench with lower scores than the Ryzen 7 3700U and Ryzen 5 3500U

Listings for the Core i7-10510U and Core i5-10210U have appeared on Geekbench, although their scores should be no cause of worry for AMD. The chips are outgunned by not only the Ryzen 7 3700U and Ryzen 5 3500U but also the current...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2019 12:11

Apple's first 5G iPhone will have to wait until 2020. (Source: Apple)

Ming-Chi Kuo: 2020 iPhones will go all OLED, include 5.4-inch and 6.7-inch 5G models

The usually reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo expects Apple to launch its first 5G iPhone in 2020. He also expects we will see a new smaller 5.4-inch model along with a larger 6.7-inch device both with 5G connectivity. The iPhon...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 18 Jun 2019 13:07

The 12-inch MacBook hasn't been updated since June 2017. (Source: Apple)

Seven new MacBooks inbound, could include redesign led by new Pro Workflow Team

Apple could have refreshed or redesigned MacBooks inbound for later this year. Seven new model numbers have been registered with the Eurasian Economic Commission with hopes that at least one of them could be a redesigned MacBook P...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Jun 2019 05:40

The Brydge Pro with its compatible iPad. (Source: Brydge)

Brydge Pro: a new, premium Bluetooth & USB-C keyboard attachment for the 2018 iPad Pro

Brydge is a company that makes premium external keyboards for tablets from OEMs such as Microsoft and Apple. Most recently, it has released the 'Pro', a Bluetooth accessory for the 2018 iPad of the same name. It is made of alumini...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Jun 2019 22:45

KaiOS is thought to run on 100 million phones like these by now. (Source: KaiOS)

KaiOS set to expand on various vital levels in the coming year

KaiOS is the most prominent alternative to either iOS or Android on mobile devices. Its CEO, Sebastien Codeville, has just given an interview outlining this platform's directions and goals for the immediate future. They include gr...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Jun 2019 23:04

Apple has been eying Intel's 5G business for almost two months now. (Source: Wall Street Journal)

Apple considering acquisition of Intel's 5G modem business

According to a new report from The Information, Apple has been considering the acquisition of Intel's 5G modem business for almost 2 months now, but Intel has not yet provided a clear valuation for its wireless asset portfolio. Th...

Bogdan Solca, 13 Jun 2019 12:56

For at least the last few years, Apple has sacrificed performance and heat management for quieter operation.

Apple may be factory undervolting 2019 MacBook Pro 15 to help with CPU throttling

Apple's 2019 MacBook Pros integrate Intel's latest 8-core/16-thread Core i9 CPUs, which add 2 more cores over the 2018 version. Those additional cores should mean higher temperatures and lower clockspeeds compared to the previous ...

Douglas Black, 12 Jun 2019 11:39

E3 2019 | You can test DOOM on iOS for free later this year

Bethesda is asking gamers to sign up for a beta test program for DOOM 2016 on iOS. The program is designed to test Bethesda's new Orion framework for game streaming. Selected users will be able to stream DOOM 2016 on their iOS dev...

Sam Medley, 10 Jun 2019 22:18

Prepare your wallet: Firefox Premium might launch later this year

In a recent interview, Mozilla CEO Chris Beard confirmed that premium services are coming soon. A VPN service and cloud capabilities could be bundled in a premium browser for those interested in paying for such features. The VPN a...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Jun 2019 15:35

Do sleep trackers really do their jobs? (Source: FitBit Community)

Sleep-tracking tech may not be fit for purpose yet, accoding to leading neurologist

Dr. Guy Leschziner, a prominent neurologist and consultant in London's sleep-medicine arena, has recently indicated his belief that sleep-tracking apps and similar technology may backfire on the user. This is apparently due to a '...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Jun 2019 16:50

Two heads are better than one: The AMD Radeon Pro Vega II Duo combines two Vega 20 GPUs on a single PCB. (Source: AMD)

AMD Radeon Pro Vega II Duo displaces the NVIDIA Titan RTX to become the "world's most powerful GPU", but don't expect to game on it anytime soon

Shortly after Apple announced the Mac Pro desktop earlier this week, AMD said that it is introducing two new Vega 20 cards for workstation users — the Radeon Pro Vega II and the Radeon Pro Vega II Duo targeted at high-compute work...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Jun 2019 10:32

The massive custom heatsink found in the new Mac Pro. (Source: Apple)

WWDC19 | Some notable aspects of the new Mac Pro design include a dual-sided mobo

Apple's long-awaited Mac Pro has finally been revealed ahead of its fall launch. Apple initially promised it would arrive in 2018, but it appears that the design team got quite creative and developed several innovative design solu...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 05 Jun 2019 15:20

iOS 13 introduces Dark Mode for iPhones. (Source: YouTube)

WWDC19 | iOS 13 officially lives: Dark Mode, 30% faster Face ID, new keyboard, it's all here

The next upcoming version of Apple's mobile device OS has finally been released at WWDC 2019. It brings the long-awaited Dark Mode, in addition to improvements for many other iOS features and functions. They include a 'new' swipe ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Jun 2019 19:34

Apple pictures the Pro XDR display with its companion stand, although it is actually a US$999 option. (Source: Apple)

WWDC19 | Apple's pricey US$4,999 Pro XDR display may actually be a good value

Apple has taken off the covers of its both its long-anticipated all-new Mac Pro and companion 32-inch Pro XDR 6K display. At US$4,999 it is far from cheap, but for what it offers it is arguably a good value proposition.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Jun 2019 13:37

Apple's state-of-the-art Pro XDR monitor stand is priced at US$999. (Source: Apple)

WWDC19 | Apple wants US$1,000 for the 'optional' stand for it's new high-tech 32-inch 6K Pro XDR display

Apple revealed a lot of interesting new technology at WWDC 19, but the one thing that almost everyone is talking about is the insane price it is charging for its fancy new Pro XDR monitor stand. The monitor is already eye-watering...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Jun 2019 11:18

Apple's new iPadOS gives the iPad much needed Mac-like features including better multitasking. (Source: Apple)

WWDC19 | Apple unleashes the iPad with new iPadOS fork

Apple has finally let its iPad off the leash by releasing a new forked version of iOS that it is calling iPadOS. The change brings with it extended features and functionality that takes advantage of the iPad's larger canvas, deliv...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Jun 2019 08:35

WWDC19 | MacOS 10.15 throws out iTunes in favor of three dedicated apps

The new version of macOS, 10.15 Catalina, is getting rid of iTunes in lieu of three dedicated media management apps. Replacing the storied software is Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Podcasts. MacOS 10.15 will also use Finder to ...

Sam Medley, 04 Jun 2019 05:30

MSI warns account-holders of new Apple ID email scam

MSI has alerted its customers advising them of a fraudulent email that may be sent due to their possession of an account with the company. The message attempts to direct the reader to change their Apple IDs using its link. However...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Jun 2019 23:12

WWDC19 | Return of the Cheese Grater: Apple announces new Mac Pro desktop

Announced today, the new 2019 Mac Pro looks like an updated "cheese grater" Mac Pro. Featuring a massive spec bump over the current Mac Pro, the new desktop features 8 PCIe slots and Apple's new Mac Pro Expansion (MPX) Module syst...

Sam Medley, 03 Jun 2019 22:00

The 2nd generation iPad Pro 12.9 scored an impressive 92% overall in our review. (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Save nearly US$600 on a 4G Apple iPad Pro 12.9 with 512 GB of storage until tomorrow

B&H is currently running a sale until tomorrow on one 2nd generation Apple iPad Pro 12.9 SKU. The 4G tablet comes with 4 GB LPDDR4 RAM, a 512 GB of storage and comes in a choice of Gold, Silver or Space Gray. The SKU originally co...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2019 14:42

Games will almost certainly make a huge market in the near future. (Source: Medical Xpress)

The games industry could be worth up to US$179 billion in 5 years

The video-game industry could accrue as much as US$179.1 billion by 2024. This is in line with a new market-research report on the subject. This valuation may be driven by conventional platforms such as mobile devices, PCs and con...

Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Jun 2019 14:18

Apple iPhone "XR 2019" case leaks may give further insight into how cameras and buttons will look on this phone

The possible exitstence of a 2nd-generation iPhone XR is relatively well-supported in the Apple rumor sphere. Most lately, a blog claims to have gotten hold of images showing what could be this phone with and without clear cases. ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 May 2019 19:17

The battery reportedly exploded while on charge. (Image source: @whitepanda)

MacBook Pro: Battery dramatically explodes, damaging owner's house

A Twitter user has shared a video and information about his MacBook Pro, which exploded during normal use. The video shows the laptop emitting copious amounts of smoke, with the battery having caught fire. The device has been brou...

Alex Alderson, 30 May 2019 23:26

What happens on your iPhone stays on your iPhone, except when it doesn't. (Source: 9to5Mac)

5,400 trackers found on iPhone bleeding up to 1.5 GB private data over a month

Apple likes to claim that buying an iPhone means buying into an ecosystem where user data is sacrosanct. An examination by the Washington Post demonstrates that the reality is quite a different picture.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 29 May 2019 12:25

Apple is working on an in-display fingerprint reader suggesting Face ID could be on the way out. (Source: Patently Apple)

2020 or 2021 iPhone could bring back Touch ID but in-display this time

Apple looks to be working on an in-display Touch ID solution for a future iPhone, possibly in time for a 2020 or 2021 release. With most of the flagship competition working hard to eliminate notches for a truly all-display design,...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 May 2019 09:55

Opinion | An ARM and a leg: What ARM's latest decision may cost Huawei

ARM's recent announcement to cut ties with Huawei may leave the Chinese dragon in a lurch. While Huawei manufactures its own custom processors, they are built on ARM's architecture. Should ARM revoke Huawei's ability to use this a...

Sam Medley, 23 May 2019 17:17

Renders showing the 2019 budget iPhone based on the latest leaks. (Source: MacOtakara)

New iPhones may have made it through their first certification

A certification for what may be 2019 iPhones has allegedly surfaced on the Eurasian Economic Commission's database. The submission details a total of 11 different model numbers apparently associated with the Apple brand. They may ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 23 May 2019 14:47

The Sims 4 free download available until May 28 (Source: Origin)

The Sims 4 is free on Origin until May 28, so hurry up

Released for Windows in September 2014 and for macOS in February 2015, The Sims 4 received mixed reviews from both the press and the general public. Now, anyone can enjoy it for free thanks to Origin's generosity. Sadly, only the ...

Codrut Nistor, 23 May 2019 10:55

Is Apple's App Store a monopoly? Depends on who you ask

A recent survey run by Blind shed some light on what various tech employees think of Apple and the App Store. Apple's own employees largely believe the company doesn't hold a monopoly on iOS app distribution, but other companies (...

Sam Medley, 22 May 2019 23:56

Firefox 67 rolls out today (Source: gHacks Technology News)

Firefox 67.0 rolls out with WebRender, performance improvements, and more

Although apparently not available in this moment, Firefox 67 is scheduled to arrive today all over the world. The new release of Mozilla's browser comes with private browsing mode extension controls, WebRender enabled for 5 percen...

Codrut Nistor, 21 May 2019 09:32

The Exynos chip headed for the Galaxy S12 will be built on Samsung's breakthrough 3nm GAA fab process. (Source: Samsung)

Minimum 50% battery life boost for Galaxy S12 over S10 thanks to Samsung fab breakthrough

Samsung Semiconductor held its Foundry Forum this week and announced a breakthrough in its fabrication process for making the Exynos chips that power its Galaxy smartphones. The new technique will give the company at least a 12-mo...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 May 2019 12:50

Nura has launched its first adaptive earphones dubbed the NuraLoop. (Source: Nura)

Nura's new learning NuraLoop earphones are up for pre-order

Nura the company behind the critically acclaimed NuraPhone learning headphones has launched its first Bluetooth earphones. The like NuraPhone, the NuraLoop learns and adapts to the way a listener’s ears respond to audio tones to c...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 May 2019 08:04

The VR gaming market will be worth just over US$40 billion in 5 years

According to a new report, the virtual reality (VR) gaming market will grow from its most recent US$10.3 billion valuation to one of $40.2 billion in 2024. This is likely to be driven by advancements in VR equipment design and fun...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 May 2019 21:46

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Ming-Chi Kuo: Apple will ditch the butterfly-switch keyboard for something that actually works, starting with the 2019 MacBook Air

The wearables market is now expected to hit at least US$50 billion by 2022

The wireless charging market may be worth US$27 billion by 2025

In rare rebuke, Apple CEO Tim Cook publicly refutes WSJ article on Ive's reasons for departure

Canalys: 5G phone shipments will overtake 4G in 2023

Google is now reportedly piloting Fast Share, an AirDrop alternative

The mobile payments market is now estimated to jump to over US$1 trillion in value by 2022

Opinion: Jony Ive leaves Apple, but it's not on a design high

Apple Chief Design Officer Jony Ive leaving the company, news wipes US$9B off Apple share value

ARM's lead CPU architect Mike Filippo hired by Apple

Auto-delete your Google Location History with this new setting

New rumor from IHS Markit points to 16-inch MacBook Pro this fall

PSA: Update your copy of VLC to avoid allowing hackers full control of your computer when opening video files

Opinion: Did iPadOS kill the Pixel Slate?

Apple announces a voluntary battery recall program for certain 15-inch MacBook Pro laptops

Vivaldi 2.6 brings native content blocking, even more customization options

Intel Core i7-10510U and Core i5-10210U disappoint on Geekbench with lower scores than the Ryzen 7 3700U and Ryzen 5 3500U

Ming-Chi Kuo: 2020 iPhones will go all OLED, include 5.4-inch and 6.7-inch 5G models

Seven new MacBooks inbound, could include redesign led by new Pro Workflow Team

Brydge Pro: a new, premium Bluetooth & USB-C keyboard attachment for the 2018 iPad Pro

KaiOS set to expand on various vital levels in the coming year

Apple considering acquisition of Intel's 5G modem business

Apple may be factory undervolting 2019 MacBook Pro 15 to help with CPU throttling

E3 2019 | You can test DOOM on iOS for free later this year

Prepare your wallet: Firefox Premium might launch later this year

Sleep-tracking tech may not be fit for purpose yet, accoding to leading neurologist

AMD Radeon Pro Vega II Duo displaces the NVIDIA Titan RTX to become the "world's most powerful GPU", but don't expect to game on it anytime soon

WWDC19 | Some notable aspects of the new Mac Pro design include a dual-sided mobo

91% Apple MacBook Pro 15 2018 (2.9 GHz i9, Vega 20) Laptop Review

WWDC19 | iOS 13 officially lives: Dark Mode, 30% faster Face ID, new keyboard, it's all here

WWDC19 | Apple's pricey US$4,999 Pro XDR display may actually be a good value

WWDC19 | Apple wants US$1,000 for the 'optional' stand for it's new high-tech 32-inch 6K Pro XDR display

WWDC19 | Apple unleashes the iPad with new iPadOS fork

WWDC19 | MacOS 10.15 throws out iTunes in favor of three dedicated apps

MSI warns account-holders of new Apple ID email scam

WWDC19 | Return of the Cheese Grater: Apple announces new Mac Pro desktop

Deal | Save nearly US$600 on a 4G Apple iPad Pro 12.9 with 512 GB of storage until tomorrow

The games industry could be worth up to US$179 billion in 5 years

Apple iPhone "XR 2019" case leaks may give further insight into how cameras and buttons will look on this phone

MacBook Pro: Battery dramatically explodes, damaging owner's house

5,400 trackers found on iPhone bleeding up to 1.5 GB private data over a month

2020 or 2021 iPhone could bring back Touch ID but in-display this time

Opinion | An ARM and a leg: What ARM's latest decision may cost Huawei

New iPhones may have made it through their first certification

The Sims 4 is free on Origin until May 28, so hurry up

Is Apple's App Store a monopoly? Depends on who you ask

Firefox 67.0 rolls out with WebRender, performance improvements, and more

Minimum 50% battery life boost for Galaxy S12 over S10 thanks to Samsung fab breakthrough

Nura's new learning NuraLoop earphones are up for pre-order

The VR gaming market will be worth just over US$40 billion in 5 years

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