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Apple's new AI focused updates should be rolling out across iPhones, iPads and Macs shortly. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhones, iPads and Macs to receive new AI features in the coming days

Apple has announced that various iPhones, iPads and Macs will be eligible for a fresh round of AI features in the next few days. Having debuted Apple Intelligence language earlier this year, Apple has confirmed that the functional...

Alex Alderson, 12 Dec 2024 01:00

The MagCool OmniGrip. (Image source: Jsaux)

Jsaux MagCool OmniGrip debuts as smartphone camera grip with in-built storage and lighting

Jsaux' MagCool OmniGrip looks like a basic iPhone or Android smartphone handle for content creation - however, it is also rated to back the device up with extra storage, power and even lighting. It holds the device using "strong" ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Dec 2024 14:38

The Hohem iSteady M7 AI smartphone gimbal has a 1.4-inch LCD touchscreen (Image source: Hohem)

Hohem iSteady M7: New versatile AI-powered gimbal with 12 hours of battery life launched

Hohem has just launched the iSteady M7 AI-powered smartphone gimbal. Its key features include AI auto-tracking, 3-axis mechanical stabilization, 360° infinite pan tracking, a 1.4-inch LCD touchscreen controller, and up to 12 hours...

Abhinav Fating, 10 Dec 2024 17:09

The Apple iPhone SE 4 is expected to boast a single 48 MP rear camera setup. (Image source: 4RMD via YouTube)

Apple iPhone SE 4 rumored to feature impressive camera setup according to supply chain information

The iPhone SE 4 appears to be all set to see the light of day in March 2025, if the majority of recent reports are anything to go by. Now, ET News has chimed in, confirming the impressive camera setup destined for the upcoming bud...

Sambit Saha, 10 Dec 2024 15:05

Soon a Qualcomm-free zone: Apple plans to slowly replace all Qualcomm modems in iPhones and iPads starting with the iPhone SE 4. (Image source: Wekihome)

From the iPhone SE 4 to the iPhone 19: How Apple plans to banish Qualcomm from iPhones and iPads altogether

Apple and Qualcomm have been partners for a long time, but the former appears intent on gradually moving away from Qualcomm as a chip supplier for Apple's iPhones and iPads over the next few years, as Bloomberg reveals in detail. ...

Alexander Fagot, 08 Dec 2024 16:09

The iPhone 17 Air will be the thinnest iPhone that Apple has made so far. (Image source: Zone of Tech via YouTube)

Prominent analyst claims iPhone 17 'Air' will be Apple's thinnest iPhone ever

Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 'Air' has been repeatedly rumored to feature a substantially thinner chassis than any other iPhone in history, and now a prominent analyst has weighed in, sharing more information regarding the same.

Sambit Saha, 07 Dec 2024 20:57

Upcoming iPhone 17 Pro series could see more efficient displays. (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro series touted to offer improved battery life thanks to new display tech

The iPhone 17 Pro models could feature a new display backplane technology called low-dielectric TEE. Low-dielectric TEE has the potential to offer improved power efficiency, durability, and better performance compared to the tradi...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Dec 2024 17:45

TSMC is on track to deliver 2nm. (Image source: TSMC)

TSMC 2 nanometer trial run yields exceed estimations at over 60%

Devices such as next-gen iPhones, Macs and iPad Pros are believed to be powered by processors supplied by the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) as it has mastered the production of the bleeding-edge 2 nanometer pro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Dec 2024 19:35

Honor X50 beats iPhone 16 Pro Max in new Chinese top 10 smartphone list

The iPhone 16 Pro Max has made it to #3 in Canalys' latest analysis of the best-selling smartphones in the Chinese market over the third quarter of 2024 (3Q2024). Then again, the new Apple flagship was kept off the #2 spot by a de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Dec 2024 15:18

Sale of the iPhone 16 models has been banned in Indonesia since late October 2024. (Image source: Apple, Pixabay, Unsplash, edited)

iPhone 16 ban in Indonesia: Apple expected to pay 10x more than previous offer to lift sales embargo

While Apple is trying to lift the iPhone 16 ban in Indonesia, the Indonesian Government now expects the company to invest 10 times more in the country than previously offered. The development comes after Apple offered to increase ...

Fawad Murtaza, 04 Dec 2024 12:14

The first foldable iPhone is widely expected to see the light of day in 2026. (Image source: iOS Beta News)

Analyst claims Apple's first foldable iPhone will revive the stagnating foldable space in 2026 and beyond

Apple is reportedly poised to make its entry into the foldable arena with a clamshell-styled foldable iPhone in 2026. A prominent analyst believes the product will play a major role in reigniting interest in foldables, driving mar...

Sambit Saha, 03 Dec 2024 21:12

The latest iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max boast a titanium case. (Image source: Apple)

Leaker debunks earlier reports regarding surprise iPhone 17 Pro design downgrade

A previous report from a prominent source indicated that the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro variants will boast a surprise design shake-up, switching to aluminum from titanium. A recent rumor attempts to shut down the assertion, stating t...

Sambit Saha, 03 Dec 2024 13:43

The 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller may arrive late for those who order it. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo's mobile controller for Android is now available to buy, but iPhone owners are better off with this Backbone One deal

8BitDo's first controller that attaches to (Android) smartphones is now available to order on Amazon and those who order now should be able to get their hands on it before the year runs out. iPhone users, on the other hand, experi...

Habeeb Onawole, 02 Dec 2024 20:59

Tizag Digital Canvas Cases allow Apple iPhone 16 owners to display images on the back. (Image source: Tizag on Instagram)

Tizag releases Digital Canvas Cases for Apple iPhone 16 phones

Tizag has released the Digital Canvas Case for the Apple iPhone 16 series of smartphones. The 3.7-inch display does not require constant power to display a photo on back and can be changed at any time through the app.

David Chien, 02 Dec 2024 06:20

The award ceremony for the best smartphones of 2024 hosted by YouTuber Arun Maini (aka MrWhosetheboss) names some surprising winners. (Image source: MrWhosetheboss)

Best smartphones of 2024: YouTube awards ceremony full of surprises

The best smartphone of 2024, at least in the eyes of a well-known tech YouTuber, is not even available outside Asia yet and was only recently officially unveiled. For the first time, smartphones that have been launched in China in...

Alexander Fagot, 01 Dec 2024 20:35

Aspersions are cast on HMD's Skyline. (Image source: Mrwhosetheboss via YouTube)

HMD Skyline panned as Worst Smartphone of 2024 by influential YouTuber

HMD pitched the Skyline as an Android smartphone with exceptional value for money due to its Gen 2 reparability (complete with removable battery) and features such as a 50MP selfie camera despite its mid-range Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Nov 2024 17:29

The Shoe 1 is a real life replica of the Apple shoe emoji. (Image source: Jose Wong)

Apple's shoe emoji launches as a real product

Life imitates art, and that's what designer and artist, Jose Wong, has done with the Shoes 1. The sneakers are based on the Apple shoe emoji and even have a few other nods to Apple and its products.

Habeeb Onawole, 27 Nov 2024 21:56

Boya mini launches as world's lightest wireless microphone

Boya touts its new mini microphone as the lightest kind that can be clipped to clothing. Nevertheless, it is backed to pack "studio-quality" sound with 3 levels of noise cancellation and 3 "AI Voice-Changers" for versatility in co...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Nov 2024 17:41

The iPhone 17 Air may be about as thick as an iPad Pro 13. (Image source FPT)

Apple's iPhone 17 Air could be as thin as the iPad Pro 13

According to a new report, Apple's current iPhone 17 Air prototypes are anywhere up to 35% thinner than the iPhone 16. While this would make the first iPhone 'Air' as thin as the iPad Pro 13, it will come with some major hardware ...

Alex Alderson, 25 Nov 2024 20:11

The iPhone 16 Pro may be the last run out for Apple's current design language. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple rumoured to move away from titanium on iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max

According to a new report, Apple may be planning to introduce several notable design changes to its Pro iPhones with the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Not only are the pair slated to miss out on titanium frames, but they ma...

Alex Alderson, 25 Nov 2024 20:06

Thinner but not at the expense of the cameras: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is intended to look more like a Vivo X200 Pro Mini than the expected Apple iPhone 17 Slim. (Image source: Technizo Concept)

Galaxy S25 Slim not just slim: Samsung reportedly also planning a better camera than the Galaxy S25 and Apple iPhone 17 Air

Apple's goal for the iPhone 17 Slim (aka iPhone Air) expected in 2025 seems clear: as thin as possible, even at the expense of the specs. Samsung is apparently doing things differently, as a leaker stresses. The Galaxy S25 Slim, w...

Alexander Fagot, 24 Nov 2024 07:15

The iPhone 16 is powered by the TSMC-built A18 chipset. (Image Source: Apple)

iPhone 18 series: Rumor claims 2026-bound A20 Pro chipset could be built by Intel

Apple's iPhone 17 series is expected to be powered by the A19 chipsets when it arrives next year. Said chipsets are slated to be built by TSMC but a new rumor now claims that the A20 SoCs, bound to launch with the iPhone 18 series...

Ricci Rox, 22 Nov 2024 14:27

The iPhone SE 4 is expected to boast a major redesign with impressive specifications. (Image source: artyfex via YouTube)

Upcoming budget iPhone from Apple confirmed to launch in March of 2025 according to analysts

Apple's upcoming iPhone SE 4 has been the subject of plenty of leaks and rumors. The budget-oriented iPhone is expected to boast decent specifications, along with repeatedly rumored launch date set for March of 2025.

Sambit Saha, 21 Nov 2024 15:18

An iPhone 17? (Image source: AppleTrack)

iPhone 17 tipped to switch to series-first central camera hump

Apple is projected to introduce the most substantial iPhone design upgrades in generations with the successors to the current 16 series. They are now thought to include rear camera arrangements much less familiar than most. Meanwh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Nov 2024 21:18

The iPhone 6 launched a decade ago is still Apple's thinnest smartphone ever. (Image source: Apple)

Fresh leak suggests iPhone 17 'Air' or 'Slim' will be the thinnest iPhone Apple has ever made

Apple was once known for its obsession with visually appealing products, especially in terms of thinness. That narrative appears poised to make a comeback, with Apple planning a shockingly thin iPhone 17 variant for next year.

Sambit Saha, 20 Nov 2024 00:54

Apple AirTag 2 to launch as more powerful and private anti-theft tool

Apple's second-gen smart tracker is now touted to come with numerous important upgrades to its internals. They will be harder to get at compared to the previous generation though, according to a new leak. Its design might be diff...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Nov 2024 19:46

A "Reno13" next to an iPhone 15. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Reno13: Upcoming mid-range Android smartphone faces off against iPhone 16 in new leak

The Reno13 and 13 Pro are tipped to launch as Oppo's next Android mid-rangers, yet are also thought to have upgraded in terms of build quality in order to challenge the iPhone 16 (in terms of looks, at least). Now, one of them is ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Nov 2024 17:30

The Xiaomi 15 Pro features a massive 6100 mAh thanks to higher Silicon-Carbon energy density. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15 Pro dominates the iPhone 16 Pro Max and other flagship rivals in battery endurance test

A new battery endurance test has crowned the new Xiaomi 15 Pro as the best-performing device among its peers, with the Snapdragon 8 Elite phone seeing off devices like the Galaxy S24 Ultra, OnePlus 12, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, and m...

Ricci Rox, 16 Nov 2024 10:38

Sanwa Supply releases micro retracting wireless mouse for on-the-go workers. (Image source: Sanwa Supply)

Sanwa Supply unveils retracting mouse for travelling workers

Sanwa Supply has unveiled a retracting wireless mouse that is smaller than a credit card. The pocketable design allows frequent flyers and remote workers to travel light, without the bulk of a regular mouse.

David Chien, 14 Nov 2024 07:16

Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)+ is coming to Apple Arcade in December. (Image source: Apple App Store)

Final Fantasy IV and more coming to Apple Arcade

Several games are coming to Apple Arcade in December and January, including a handful of Square Enix classics like Final Fantasy, Final Fantasy IV, and Trials of Mana.

Sam Medley, 13 Nov 2024 21:40

LG Innotek is reportedly all set to begin mass producing selfie camera module for the iPhone SE 4 next month (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone SE 4 once again tipped for early 2025 release

The front camera module of the iPhone SE 4 is reportedly set to go into mass production in December, with LG Innotek said to be conducting final tests. This progress in manufacturing hints the upcoming Apple phone could be release...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Nov 2024 06:51

Hidden feature in iOS 18.1 reboots iPhones automatically, making them more secure and thwarting police

A new feature surreptitiously added to iOS 18.1 automatically reboots an iPhone after a set period of inactivity. This feature, dubbed "inactivity reboot," puts the iPhone in a more secure state after it has sat idle for four days...

Sam Medley, 12 Nov 2024 03:54

Caviar is now offering the Apple iPhone 16 Pro in three new and very expensive limited editions. (Image source: Caviar)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro gets Elon Musk, Donald Trump and Steve Jobs Limited Editions

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are now available in three new, strictly Limited Editions with designs inspired by Elon Musk, Donald Trump and Steve Jobs. The collection is intended to celebrate Donald Trump's recent...

Hannes Brecher, 11 Nov 2024 22:35

The 'Vesica Piscis' appears to be Apple's long-rumoured 'Project Bongo' iPhone. (Image source: Apple Demo)

Rare prototype iPhone reveals Apple's secret taptic button project

A rare iPhone prototype has popped up online. Sporting Apple's long-rumoured but not cancelled 'taptic buttons', the 'Vesica Piscis' iPhone lacks conventional power and volume buttons altogether.

Alex Alderson, 11 Nov 2024 21:13

At just 7.8 mm, the vanilla iPhone 16 is one of the slimmest phones on the market. (Image Source: Apple)

Rumor | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim and Apple iPhone 17 Air may not be as slim as expected

Word on the grapevine strongly claims both Samsung and Apple will release new, slender devices next year. Widely regarded to be branded as the Galaxy S25 Slim and iPhone 17 Air, new reports claim both devices will not be as slim a...

Ricci Rox, 11 Nov 2024 15:41

iPhone 15 is best-selling smartphone worldwide in latest study

The latest global smartphone market report placed the iPhone 15, 15 Pro Max and 15 Pro (in that order) as the devices with the most sales. The Galaxy S24 made it as the 10th most sold device on the list, whereas its predecessor di...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Nov 2024 18:44

Apple could saving a major camera upgrade for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. (Image source: Sayan Majhi - Unsplash)

Apple analyst delivers exciting camera upgrade news for future Pro and Pro Max iPhones

According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple could be taking a leaf out of Huawei and Xiaomi's books with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Reportedly, the camera upgrade planned could eclipse that which Apple has scheduled for the iPh...

Alex Alderson, 08 Nov 2024 15:11

Damaged back glass of an imaginary iPhone model (Image source: DALL·E 3-generated image)

Rotten Apple: Rear camera repair program available for some iPhone 14 Plus models

Apple has just acknowledged that iPhone 14 Plus handsets that were manufactured last year between April 10 and April 28 have a rear camera issue that prevents the device from showing image previews. Thankfully, the problem will be...

Codrut Nistor, 04 Nov 2024 12:30

All iPhone 17 models are rumored to feature LTPO screens (Image source: Apple)

Non-Pro iPhone 17 models once again tipped to get a much-needed display upgrade

The non-Pro iPhone 16 models lack one important screen feature when compared to Android flagships: a high refresh rate. However, things could change for the non-Pro iPhone 17 models, as they are once again tipped to sport 120 Hz L...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Nov 2024 13:37

The Galaxy S24 FE. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim to face off against iPhone 17 Slim in experimental new line-up

The latest word among South Korean smartphone industry insiders purports to corroborate other rumors concerning an impending shake-up for Samsung's flagship Galaxy S line. It is now believed to gain a new Slim variant, the release...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2024 18:46

iPhone 17: First stage of production tipped for move to India

Apple typically converts the prototypes for its next-gen iPhones into production models in facilities located in China. However, that might not be the case as of the upcoming 2025 17 series, as some of this work is reportedly maki...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Oct 2024 18:04

Sennheiser Profile Wireless debuts as modular multi-use wireless microphone for content creators

Sennheiser touts the new Profile Wireless as the "multi-tool" of mobile microphones for independent creators. It has dual transmitters that augment the typical lavalier or button mic use-case with the ability to convert into a ful...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Oct 2024 17:06

iPhone 16 Pro is outpaced by both its arch rivals - the S24 Ultra and the Pixel 9 Pro XL in DxOMark's display rating. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 16 Pro fails to impress in DxOMark display analysis, lags behind Pixel 9 Pro XL and S24 Ultra

DxOMark's display analysis for the iPhone 16 Pro is now available, and the results leave much to be desired. Both the S24 Ultra and Pixel 9 Pro pulled ahead of the iPhone 16 Pro, and not by a small margin.

Sambit Saha, 29 Oct 2024 23:36

The Nomos Desktop Charger 140W. (Image source: Baseus)

Deal | Baseus Nomos Charging Stations with versatile designs and Qi2 charging go on sale

Baseus' latest Nomos series of chargers are rated for up-to-date Qi2 wireless charging across the board, and also contains thoughtful features such as the retractable cable of the flagship 140W Desktop Charger. They have now been ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Oct 2024 18:29

iPhone 16 sales banned in Indonesia (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Apple iPhone 16 now banned in Indonesia

Since Apple hasn't managed to meet the requirements of the Indonesian law that requires certain smartphones to contain at least 40% locally manufactured parts, sales of the iPhone 16 lineup are not allowed in the country. However,...

Codrut Nistor, 28 Oct 2024 14:16

Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version predicted to launch with Apple A18 Pro-beating performance

The freshly-launched Snapdragon 8 Elite is now Qualcomm's fastest processor for top-end mobile devices. However, there is an even faster version in the wings, one already touted as capable of rivalling the chip found in the new iP...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Oct 2024 17:31

iPhone SE 4 will reportedly launch in March 2025 (Image source: Apple - edited)

Leak reveals possible specs, price, and launch timeline of Apple iPhone SE 4

A recent report suggested that the iPhone SE 4 will enter mass production in December of this year and possibly be announced in early 2025. Now, a new leak hints that the launch is set for March 2025. It has also shed light on the...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Oct 2024 12:41