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LG Innotek's new optical zoom module is capable of up to 9x magnification without loss of quality. (Image Source: LG Innotek)

CES 2023 | LG Innotek's new smartphone zoom module can do true 9x optical magnification sans protruding camera bumps

LG Innotek has announced a new smartphone camera micro-component that can enable 4x-9x optical zoom without loss of quality and one that will alleviate the need for massive camera bumps. The company is partnering with Qualcomm to ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 28 Dec 2022 16:29

Apple may soon officially bring sideloading to iOS, allowing users to sidestep the App Store (Image via "Rugger" by W. W. Wakefield and Apple, w/ edits)

Apple may soon support sideloading apps in iOS

If the words of a prominent Apple analyst are to be believed, Apple could soon introduce sideloading to iOS. This would allow users to install applications on an iPhone without using the App Store, opening the door to applications...

Sam Medley, 14 Dec 2022 21:59

iOS 16.2 is over a 1 GB download for eligible iPhones. (Image source: Apple)

iOS 16.2 lands with always-on display improvements for Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Apple has now released a stable version of iOS 16.2 for the iPhone 8 and later. Apple reserves some new features for its latest iPhones though, as it has also done with iPadOS 16.2 and Apple M1 or Apple M2-powered iPads.

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2022 16:39

iOS 16.1.2 arrives shortly before the release of iOS 16.2. (Image source: Apple)

Apple issues iOS 16.1.2 update with Crash Detection optimisations before iOS 16.2 release

Apple has released iOS 16.1.2 for the iPhone 8 and later. While the update is available for multiple iPhone models, iOS 16.1.2 primarily addresses an issue that resulted in iPhone 14 series units erroneously thinking they had been...

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2022 18:40

1MORE has Black Friday deals. (Source: 1MORE)

Deal | 1MORE EVO adaptive ANC TWS earbuds are US$50 off for Black Friday 2022

1MORE has announced a 41% discount on its flagship EVO TWS earbuds as part of its Black Friday/Cyber Monday 2022 sale. The brand's SonoFlow "wireless audiophile" headphones are also 20% off, as are its latest Spatial Audio Aero ea...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Nov 2022 18:54

The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max currently show a darkened background image in standby mode with AOD running. (Image source: Apple)

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max get a revised always-on display with iOS 16.2

Apple received plenty of criticism for how it integrated always-on display functionality for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. While the mode was almost indistinguishable from iOS 16's active lock screen, it seems that this...

Alex Alderson, 17 Nov 2022 09:14

A new lawsuit claims that Apple continues to collect user data even when users have specifically opted out of data tracking. (Image via Apple)

Apple continues to collect iPhone user data regardless of privacy settings, lawsuit alleges

A new lawsuit alleges that Apple continues to collect user data in stock iPhone apps even when users have opted out of data tracking. This tracking contradicts assurances that Apple safeguards user privacy and can completely disab...

Sam Medley, 16 Nov 2022 05:18

Emergency SOS via Satellite is live. (Source: Apple)

Apple Emergency SOS via Satellite goes live in the US and Canada

Apple has announced that the Emergency SOS via satellite feature exclusive to iPhones of the latest 14 series is now available - albeit in North America only. The Cupertino giant asserts that it should prove a new last resort shou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Nov 2022 21:53

Motorola Watch 70 shows up online (Source: Best Buy Canada)

Motorola Moto Watch 70 shows up online

The unannounced Motorola Moto Watch 70 comes with 23 sports modes, has full compatibility with Android and iOS handsets, and its battery life can reach 14 days. It also sports a 1.69-inch color display with 240 x 280 pixels and a ...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Nov 2022 12:09

The 7.16-oz iPhone 14 Plus is dust- and waterproof as specified by IP68.

Apple iPhone 14 Plus: An XXL version of the iPhone 14

The iPhone 14 Plus is Apple's response to the disappointing sales numbers of the iPhone 13 Mini. With a 6.7-inch display, the Plus version offers as much screen space as the Pro models and the battery life matches that of its big ...

Manuel Masiero, 30 Oct 2022 19:53

The iPhone 15 Pro Max may sport a periscope lens, allowing for increased optical zoom. (Image via Apple w/ edits)

iPhone 15 may get 8 GB RAM and periscope camera

The iPhone 15 may be set to see some sizeable upgrades, including a bump to 8 GB of RAM, a periscope camera, and more, according to Taiwan-based TrendForce. However, these improved specs may be reserved for the iPhone 15 Pro Max, ...

Sam Medley, 29 Oct 2022 00:13

Nothing ear (stick) TWS earbuds launch with a new design, improved battery life and US availability on release

Carl Pei's tech company Nothing has just introduced the ear (stick) as the second in its line of audio accessories. The product's individual earbuds look a lot like those of the inaugural ear (1); however, the OEM asserts that the...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2022 17:15

iOS 16.1 should bring Matter support to eligible iPhones. (Image source: Apple)

Apple confirms iOS 16.1 release date with various changes and improvements

Apple has finally revealed when iOS 16.1 will arrive. Debuting alongside iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura, the OS update brings plenty of new features to recent iPhones, including Live Activities and Matter support.

Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2022 15:01

YouTube in 4K need not be Premium. (Source: NBC via YouTube)

YouTube gives up on trying to make 4K content exclusive to its Premium tier

YouTube has been running an "experiment" in which the ability to play content back at 2160p, or 4K, on its website would be locked behind its Premium paywall. However, it may have ultimately failed, as it has now officially been c...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Oct 2022 15:40

Apple makes some Savings. (Source: Apple)

Apple Card UI spawns a new Savings facility

Apple has announced that its Card's app now supports a new Savings account. This new service has been designed to store money accrued through its Daily Cash spending incentive. The new account type, which will apparently be mainta...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Oct 2022 18:50

The two new color variants blue and purple aside, the iPhone 14 is virtually indistinguishable from the iPhone 13.

Apple iPhone 14: Premium Smartphone with Innovation Issues

The Apple iPhone 14 performs very well in our review and achieves top scores primarily in the performance, display, and camera categories. Regardless, not much has changed compared to the iPhone 13 despite its higher base price. I...

Manuel Masiero, 16 Oct 2022 07:19

The iOS 16.0.3 software update is now available for download (image via own)

iOS 16.0.3 arrives with multiple bug fixes for iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max users

The iOS 16.0.3 update is now rolling out for all eligible devices. It is 1.21 GB in size and addresses issues such as slow camera app launch times and delayed notifications on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Anil Ganti, 10 Oct 2022 20:47

Mobvoi announces a Fall 2022 sales event. (Source: Mobvoi)

Deal | Mobvoi Prime Fall sale offers up to 45% off a new Snapdragon Wear 4100-powered flagship smartwatch

Mobvoi has announced a limited-time 2022 "Prime Fall Sale" with discounts on the new TicWatch E3 and its top-end Pro 3 GPS sibling, as well as that smartwatch's iterative Pro 3 Ultra GPS upgrade. They are available at up to 45% of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Oct 2022 17:59

Apple iPhone 14 Pro and 13 Pro in a direct camera comparison.

Camera comparison: iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro

For the first time ever, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro uses a 48-MP sensor and promises improved colors from the macro lens compared to its predecessor. Luckily, we have an iPhone 13 Pro on hand to compare the two smartphones.

Daniel Schmidt, 08 Oct 2022 18:56

Amazfit announces a new GTR/S 4 sync feature. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit GTS 4 and GTR 4 become capable of syncing with the Adidas Running app

Amazfit's wearables started out as fitness trackers with a purely in-house software ecosystem. However, the latest versions of their Zepp OS is playing nicer with more and more third-party apps that the user might want to connect ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Oct 2022 15:08

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max: Lots of battery power, but quite heavy

The large smartphone from Apple has the same features as the small Pro, but a larger display, a much more powerful battery and also weighs noticeably more. So it's not a smartphone for everyone due to its physical prowess alone. B...

Daniel Schmidt, 07 Oct 2022 14:54

Instagram rendered inoperable on multiple iPhone models; latest v255.0 update likely to blame

Multiple users have taken to Twitter to complain about the Instagram app not working on their iPhones. The only workaround is to uninstall and reinstall the app and keep it running in the background until Meta issues an official f...

Anil Ganti, 05 Oct 2022 04:28

The iPhone 14 Pro's scores are out. (Source: DxOMark)

iPhone 14 Pro's failure to hit the #1 spot in the DxOMark has nothing to do with its recent stabilization bugs

DxOMark has just released its camera assessment of the iPhone 14 Pro, in which the group praises its upgraded shooters' color reproduction, auto-focus, dynamic range and detail highly. Nevertheless, the new Apple flagship has not ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2022 17:29

Microsoft SwiftKey for iOS going down on October 5 2022 (Source: Apple App Store)

Microsoft will kill SwiftKey for iOS next week

After less than a decade since its release for iOS, which took place in September 2014, the Microsoft-owned virtual keyboard app SwiftKey (originally developed by TouchType) will be removed from the Apple App Store on October 5. T...

Codrut Nistor, 01 Oct 2022 11:54

The rumored Note-like design of the Galaxy S23 Ultra may not appeal to as many as the iPhone 14 Pro. (Image source: Technizo Concept/Apple - edited)

Galaxy S23 Ultra may not be radical enough for Samsung fans as informal poll shows Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Dynamic Island are turning heads

An informal poll has revealed that potentially thousands of Samsung fans are considering a switch to Apple. Some of the main reasons for switching include the overall positive impression of the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max,...

Daniel R Deakin, 17 Sep 2022 20:44

The new SonoFlow headphones. (Source: 1MORE)

1MORE SonoFlow over-ear headphones launch with ANC, Bluetooth and LDAC support

1MORE touts its latest audio product as a world first, thanks to its combination of active noise cancellation and "LDAC Hi-Res Audio" in a wireless over-ear build. The SonoFlow headphones are rated for up to 70 hours of battery li...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Sep 2022 15:53

Assassin's Creed is coming to Netflix. (Source: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed is set to infiltrate Netflix as both a game and a live-action show

Ubisoft has dedicated part of its September 2022 Forward press conference to the revelation that Assassin's Creed is getting the Netflix treatment. In fact, this is happening twice over, as it will be one of the studio's titles to...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Sep 2022 15:53

Do the iPhones 14 have bigger batteries than the 13 series? (Source: Apple)

iPhone 14-series independent battery tests reveal striking parity with 13-series capacities

Apple has once again launched its latest iPhones with claims of generationally improved battery life in the absence of any numbers to back them up. However, the first independent estimates of their battery capacities have been unl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Sep 2022 15:10

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has a 6.7-inch display and is available in space black. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max will hit breakneck speeds on AnTuTu and match lofty iPad Pro 5 levels claims leaker

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max will hit performance heights beyond 95% of other smartphones according to a leaker. The source has offered an AnTuTu score prediction, which if realized, will place the iPhone 14 Pro Max at similar leve...

Daniel R Deakin, 09 Sep 2022 18:48

Kishi V2 for iPhone launches as the latest mobile gaming controller from Razer

Razer has announced the release of an iPhone-compatible version of its second-gen Kishi mobile gaming accessory. The controller-like grip features new programmable buttons and support for PC/console game-streaming. The Kishi V2 ha...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Sep 2022 18:04

Is this Lightning's last stand? (Source: Apple)

"iPhone 14 USB" grows in popularity as a search term by more than 300% over 12 months

Could the 14 series be the iPhones to finally ditch the Lightning port? Regardless of whether the nearly imminent flagship smartphones really adopting USB ports or not, a research group claims to have found that people are very in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Sep 2022 20:31

The Tour ONE M2 headphones. (Source: JBL)

JBL Tour ONE M2 headphones launch with adaptive ANC, Bluetooth 5.3 and up to 50 hours of battery use

The Tour ONE M2s are JBL's latest headphones, and as such feature large drivers enhanced with the brand's "PRO" and "Spatial" Sound features. They have an up-to-date wireless standard and are rated for lengthy battery life, althou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Sep 2022 17:42

The Tour PRO 2s and their new case. (Source: JBL)

JBL Tour PRO 2 launch as the first ever TWS earbuds in a charging case with its own LED display

JBL touts its latest Tour-series wireless earbuds as the world's first to come with their own touchscreen. The case-mounted LED panel is capable of displaying music controls as well as those for the PRO 2's advanced active noise-c...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Sep 2022 16:50

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are expected to offer novel always-on display features. (Image source: @ld_vova/MacRumors - edited)

Apple iPhone 14 Pro always-on display visualized in allegedly accurate mockups

The always-on display supposedly coming to the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max has been shown off in a series of image mockups. The iPhone 14 Pro always-on display would work with the overhauled iOS 16 lock screen to all...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Sep 2022 05:59

Design of the iPhone 14 phones is an evolution of the iPhone 13's. (Source: Front Page Tech)

Apple iPhone 14 OLED display: Samsung dominates the screen supply as Apple reportedly readies more than 34 million units for the launch

A report from display market research firm DSCC has revealed that Apple is procuring most of the iPhone 14 series’ panels from Samsung with LG Display and BOE following in second and third places respectively. The company is repor...

Fawad Murtaza, 30 Aug 2022 14:27

The new Soundcore Space accessories. (Source: Soundcore)

Soundcore Space Q45 headphones and A45 wireless earbuds launch with potentially upgraded adaptive ANC and multi-point connectivity

The Space Q45 headphones and Space A45 wireless earbuds have launched simultaneously from Soundcore as the Anker brand's latest audio accessories with "ultra long" play-times between charges. They also share adaptive active noise-...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Aug 2022 17:31

iPadOS 16.1's arrival will be delayed this year. (Source: Apple)

iPadOS 16 roll-out delay is confirmed by Apple on the release of its latest beta

Apple has confirmed that the next major iPadOS upgrade will indeed fail to arrive at the same time as that of iOS. The Cupertino giant has indicated that this is because it intends to skip v16.0 and progress directly to 16.1 inste...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Aug 2022 14:57

Casio G-SHOCK GA-B001 is a first-gen Bluetooth-enabled watch with a user-installable bezel and band

Casio has unveiled its latest G-SHOCK timepiece as the series' first ever model to rock the OEM's new "integrated bezel and band" technology. It makes the new watch at least appear more modular, and has also been conceived as a "n...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Aug 2022 14:48

TikTok for iOS is monitoring user input (Source: Cybernews)

TikTok is monitoring all keyboard inputs and taps on iOS

Recent research has shown that the TikTok iOS app opens any links inside an in-app browser and all interaction with the website is being recorded. This info can include passwords, credit card information, addresses, and so on. Alt...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Aug 2022 15:07

The list of devices supported by iOS 16 is extensive but not everyone will have access to the latest features. (Image source: Unsplash)

iOS 16: 5 amazing features that sadly require newer iPhone models

While iOS 16 is compatible with the iPhone 8 and later, including the iPhone X, Apple has remained largely ambiguous about when it comes to disclosing which devices will receive all of the new features that were debuted at WWDC’22...

Brahm Shank, 16 Aug 2022 21:01

Apple curiously opted not to spotlight these helpful features coming to iOS 16 (Image source: Unsplash)

iOS 16 Beta 6: 5 starring features Apple kept out of the spotlight

With the official public build of iOS 16 rumored to be just a few weeks away from its debut, Apple enthusiasts cannot wait to get their hands on the latest software features. This list features several iOS 16 tidbits and hidden ad...

Brahm Shank, 16 Aug 2022 05:31

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro has been rumored to have a starting price of US$1,099. (Image source: AR7 concept - edited)

New iPhone 14 release date surfaces as fan-made iPhone 14 Pro concept renderings show Apple's iOS 16 in action

Yet another supposed Apple iPhone 14 release date has been making the rounds on social media, now leaving fans with at least three strong contenders for the big day. In addition, a graphic designer has produced terrific renderings...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 Aug 2022 18:57

Apple News: now with ads. (Source: Apple)

iPhones are projected to start showing many more ads in the near future

Apple's iOS is already programmed to display ads at various points throughout its UI. Now, a prominent Bloomberg correspondent predicts that they will start multiplying sometime soon. They are slated to start popping up in new loc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Aug 2022 19:40

The T-Rex 2's features get an update. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit T-Rex 2: the new rugged smartwatch acquires its most hotly-awaited features via its latest software update

The latest addition to the Amazfit T-Rex series of smartwatches was rated for real-time navigation and the ability to pre-load routes (thanks to its advanced GPS specs) at its launch. However, the OEM also admitted that those feat...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Aug 2022 17:03

iOS 15.5 will be one of the final iOS 15 updates before stable iOS 16 builds arrive. (Image source: Apple)

Apple releases iOS 15.6, iPadOS 15.6, macOS 12.5 and watchOS 8.7

Apple has finally released new OS updates for the iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch following almost two months of beta testing. iOS 15.6, iPadOS 15.6, macOS 12.5 and watchOS 8.7 are all available to download now and mainly focus ...

Alex Alderson, 21 Jul 2022 14:23

iOS

CES 2023 | LG Innotek's new smartphone zoom module can do true 9x optical magnification sans protruding camera bumps

Apple may soon support sideloading apps in iOS

iOS 16.2 lands with always-on display improvements for Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Apple issues iOS 16.1.2 update with Crash Detection optimisations before iOS 16.2 release

Deal | 1MORE EVO adaptive ANC TWS earbuds are US$50 off for Black Friday 2022

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max get a revised always-on display with iOS 16.2

Apple continues to collect iPhone user data regardless of privacy settings, lawsuit alleges

Apple Emergency SOS via Satellite goes live in the US and Canada

Motorola Moto Watch 70 shows up online

Apple iPhone 14 Plus: An XXL version of the iPhone 14

iPhone 15 may get 8 GB RAM and periscope camera

89% Apple iPhone 14 Plus smartphone review - Better than the iPhone 14 with a bigger display?

Nothing ear (stick) TWS earbuds launch with a new design, improved battery life and US availability on release

How to set up an iPhone or iPad for children

Apple confirms iOS 16.1 release date with various changes and improvements

YouTube gives up on trying to make 4K content exclusive to its Premium tier

Apple Card UI spawns a new Savings facility

Apple iPhone 14: Premium Smartphone with Innovation Issues

89% Apple iPhone 14 smartphone review - Small upgrades for the Apple phone

iOS 16.0.3 arrives with multiple bug fixes for iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max users

Deal | Mobvoi Prime Fall sale offers up to 45% off a new Snapdragon Wear 4100-powered flagship smartwatch

Camera comparison: iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro

Amazfit GTS 4 and GTR 4 become capable of syncing with the Adidas Running app

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max: Lots of battery power, but quite heavy

90% Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max review: A gigantic, brawny smartphone

90% Apple iPhone 14 Pro review - The Apple smartphone is ready for the island

Instagram rendered inoperable on multiple iPhone models; latest v255.0 update likely to blame

iPhone 14 Pro's failure to hit the #1 spot in the DxOMark has nothing to do with its recent stabilization bugs

Microsoft will kill SwiftKey for iOS next week

Galaxy S23 Ultra may not be radical enough for Samsung fans as informal poll shows Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Dynamic Island are turning heads

1MORE SonoFlow over-ear headphones launch with ANC, Bluetooth and LDAC support

Assassin's Creed is set to infiltrate Netflix as both a game and a live-action show

iPhone 14-series independent battery tests reveal striking parity with 13-series capacities

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max will hit breakneck speeds on AnTuTu and match lofty iPad Pro 5 levels claims leaker

Kishi V2 for iPhone launches as the latest mobile gaming controller from Razer

"iPhone 14 USB" grows in popularity as a search term by more than 300% over 12 months

JBL Tour ONE M2 headphones launch with adaptive ANC, Bluetooth 5.3 and up to 50 hours of battery use

JBL Tour PRO 2 launch as the first ever TWS earbuds in a charging case with its own LED display

Apple iPhone 14 Pro always-on display visualized in allegedly accurate mockups

Apple iPhone 14 OLED display: Samsung dominates the screen supply as Apple reportedly readies more than 34 million units for the launch

Soundcore Space Q45 headphones and A45 wireless earbuds launch with potentially upgraded adaptive ANC and multi-point connectivity

iPadOS 16 roll-out delay is confirmed by Apple on the release of its latest beta

Casio G-SHOCK GA-B001 is a first-gen Bluetooth-enabled watch with a user-installable bezel and band

TikTok is monitoring all keyboard inputs and taps on iOS

iOS 16: 5 amazing features that sadly require newer iPhone models

iOS 16 Beta 6: 5 starring features Apple kept out of the spotlight

New iPhone 14 release date surfaces as fan-made iPhone 14 Pro concept renderings show Apple's iOS 16 in action

iPhones are projected to start showing many more ads in the near future

Amazfit T-Rex 2: the new rugged smartwatch acquires its most hotly-awaited features via its latest software update

Apple releases iOS 15.6, iPadOS 15.6, macOS 12.5 and watchOS 8.7

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