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iPhones could have this feature one day. (Source: Patently Apple)

Rumor | Apple's first round of USB type-C iPhone prototypes enters testing

The world's first iPhone with a USB type-C port made by Apple is now said to exist, and is currently being assessed by the Cupertino giant. The Cupertino giant is now also reportedly considering the production of a new adapter tha...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 May 2022 18:35

The Sony Xperia 1 series has experienced a +68.5% price increase over its history. (Image source: Sony/Unsplash - edited)

Sony Xperia 1 IV price marks +68% hike from Xperia 1 in stark contrast to fair Samsung and Apple flagship pricing

Sony’s Xperia 1 IV smartphone has a price tag of US$1,599.99, which is a loyalty-testing +68.5% increase over the original US launch price of the Mark 1 model. In stark contrast, both Samsung and Apple have been more cautious with...

Daniel R Deakin, 14 May 2022 12:23

The iPhone 15 could be the first of its kind to use a USB Type-C port (image via own)

2023-bound iPhone 15 could finally ditch the lightning port for USB-C

Renowned industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has said that Apple plans to replace the lightning port with USB-C, but not until 2023. The iPhone 15 will be the first of its kind to employs the tech and offer faster charging and data tran...

Anil Ganti, 11 May 2022 13:22

iPhone 14 Pro renders. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

iPhone 14 Pro Max: Specs leak with an iPhone 14 Pro-esque accompanying price bump

Following similar reports with the iPhone 14 Max and iPhone 14 Pro, details of the range-topping iPhone 14 Pro Max have now leaked. A 48 MP debuts on the flagship as well, but it appears buyers will also have to pony up an extra U...

Ricci Rox, 11 May 2022 10:32

The double punch hole could be with us for a few years. (Image source: MacRumors)

Analyst outlines Apple iPhone display roadmap until 2026 as increased iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max display sizes also detailed

After years of just notches, Apple is now expected to release iPhones with dual punch holes, under-panel Face ID hardware and all under-panel cameras between this year and 2026. Also, the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are no...

Alex Alderson, 10 May 2022 19:00

Apple fans are crossing their fingers for a slimmer charging case and lossless audio support. (Image source: Unsplash)

AirPods Pro 2: 3 rumored features that will bring music to your ears

This fall will mark three years since the AirPods Pro launched back in late 2019. While early adopters of the premium wireless headphones are surely suffering from the downsides of aging batteries, a second-gen model of AirPods Pr...

Brahm Shank, 10 May 2022 10:18

Rumor | Apple suspends BOE as an iPhone 13 display supplier over a part-design dispute

Apple currently engages a number of companies to supply it with the screens for new units of its iPhone 13 flagship series of mobile devices, BOE included. However, the Chinese display specialist has reportedly been obliged to hit...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 May 2022 19:31

The iPhone 14 Pro looks set to be more expensive than the iPhone 13 Pro. (Image Source: Trusted Reviews)

iPhone 14 Pro: Leak reveals complete specs and increased pricing of Apple's smaller Pro model

A new leak has now provided insight into Apple's upcoming flagship smartphone, the iPhone 14 Pro. While the phone will get the new 48 MP camera, it appears buyers will bear the cost of that, with a price bump versus last year's mo...

Ricci Rox, 08 May 2022 09:25

AltStore now includes three new repos, or sources. (Image via AltStore on Twitter)

AltStore update brings new sources, new emulators, and virtual machines to iOS with no jailbreak required

The latest update to AltStore, the alternative app store for iOS, brings a bevy of new changes, including new trusted sources, just-in-time compilation, and bug fixes. The update is a boon for retro gamers who want an easy way to ...

Sam Medley, 06 May 2022 19:39

In contrast to its advertisements, the iOS 9 update has significantly slowed down the Apple iPhone 4S in some instances (Image: Auguras Pipiras)

Apple agrees to pay iPhone 4S owners $15 for sluggish performance after iOS 9 update

Former or current owners of an iPhone 4S who live in two certain US states on the East Coast may be eligible to receive a US$15 settlement payment from Apple if they declare that their smartphone noticeably slowed down after the s...

Enrico Frahn, 05 May 2022 23:39

The iPhone 14 Max could have a 90 Hz display and 6 GB of RAM. (Image source: 3TAN)

Apple iPhone 14 Max: Specifications surface for $899 smartphone with a 90 Hz OLED display and 6 GB of RAM

Apple may finally be bringing high refresh rate displays to its cheaper iPhones. According to a report, the upcoming iPhone 14 Max will feature a 90 Hz panel, plus 6 GB of RAM, both upgrades from the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini.

Alex Alderson, 05 May 2022 16:25

Price rises may be felt in the Eurozone as of the iPhone 14 series. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Apple iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max could be considerably more expensive in Europe than in the US

With the US dollar currently strong against many other leading currencies, analysts expect Apple to raise iPhone prices outside its home market this year, starting with the iPhone 14 series. Significant Euro depreciation against t...

Alex Alderson, 04 May 2022 19:16

Apple debuts Self Service Repair. (Source: Apple)

Apple's new Self Service Repair program comes in for criticism already

Apple has only just announced its new initiative to facilitate iPhone users who want or need to fix their own devices, touting it as a new, right-to-repair-friendly way to increase access to this option. However, as some detractor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Apr 2022 20:00

The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro will be the smallest flagship iPhones that Apple releases this year. (Image source: Weibo)

Apple iPhone 14 series front panels leak showing display differences between the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max and the notch-less iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Suspected front panels of this year's iPhone 14 series have appeared online. The leak focuses on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max's pill-shaped punch-hole display, which is likely to raise eyebrows. Apple has made other cha...

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2022 23:58

Apple has made it easier for DIY enthusiasts to repair their own iPhones (image via Unsplash)

Apple's Self Service Repair program makes home iPhone repairs a whole lot easier

Apple has announced its new Self Service Repair program that lets the end users fix their own smartphones. Replacement parts, tools and repair manuals are all available via Apple's website. The program will be expanded to Europe l...

Anil Ganti, 27 Apr 2022 19:22

Apple cuts orders for the iPhone SE 5G, while the 13 Pro and Pro Max find "unexpected" favor in 2022

According to a South Korean industry blog, Apple has greatly increased its orders for new iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max units. Demand for these higher-end models has escalated, whereas that for the SE 2022, freshly released as the OEM...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Apr 2022 15:28

Is this really Apple's next Power Adapter? (Source: WHYLAB via Weibo)

Rumor | Apple's next iPhone charger will come with wattage and port-count upgrades

A well-known leaker claims to have come across new first-party iPhone accessories prior to its launch on the market. The new optional purchases do look more or less like genuine Apple-brand products in their appearance and packagi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Apr 2022 18:18

It's widely expected that iOS 16 will bring some major software changes to Apple's supported iPhones. (Image source: Apple - edited)

Apple iOS 16 features detailed in leak roundup as iPhone 6s and iPhone SE 1 face likely end of software support

Apple is expected to reveal full details of iOS 16 at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference, which is scheduled from June 6 to 10. Ahead of that, a leaker has rounded up all the relevant feature rumors about iOS 16 and has ...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Apr 2022 18:17

New iPhones might have a fresh source of OLED. (Source: Apple)

Rumor | The iPhone 14 will launch with a screen from BOE

The vanilla iPhone 14 is slated to be among the smallest and most basic of its upcoming flagship line-up. Nevertheless, it is also thought to do so with an OLED display; however, according to a new report, this panel will be sourc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Apr 2022 22:15

The SnapGrip expands an iPhone's versatility with an ergonomic handle and a camera shutter button, among other features. (Image source: ShiftCam)

ShiftCam SnapGrip: Accessory turns the Apple iPhone into a camera with a shutter button, a grip, and a larger battery via MagSafe

ShiftCam has announced SnapGrip, an accessory for the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 series that turns Apple's recent smartphones into an ergonomic compact camera. SnapGrip works using MagSafe, which also allows it to recharge the iPhone...

Alex Alderson, 20 Apr 2022 21:11

Future iPhones may have improved selfie cameras. (Source: Apple)

The iPhone 14 series is tipped to come with improved front-facing portrait and auto-focus features

The respected securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has just posted a new prediction as to how the "iPhone 14 series" might improve in terms of selfie cameras compared to the existing 13 series. This new rumor does not so much discuss a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Apr 2022 17:08

iPhone 15 might move the front camera system on the upper bezel, while iPhone 16 will likely be the first model to feature under-display cameras. (Image Source: PetaPixel)

2024 iPhones likely to get full-view screens with under-display camera and Face ID

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo thinks we will not see iPhone under-display cameras sooner than 2024, as Apple is still working to improve low-light image quality through AI algorithms and more powerful image processors. The 2023 iPhone 15 m...

Bogdan Solca, 20 Apr 2022 16:38

The iPhone 14 series will consist of four models, with a new Max model replacing the mini. (Image source: Howard Bouchevereau)

Apple iPhone 14 series dummy units emerge with no iPhone 14 mini to be seen

Dummy units of the entire iPhone 14 series have leaked online. The units show what the back of the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max will look like, plus the new 'Max' model. There is no iPhone 14 mini to be seen, eit...

Alex Alderson, 19 Apr 2022 16:18

The Lightning connector could be getting a fast upgrade for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro smartphones. (Image source: Apple/CrodieUX - edited)

Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max allegedly coming with upgraded Lightning connector capable of USB 3.0 speeds

It has been alleged that the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (and by extension the iPhone 14 Pro Max) will come with a Lightning connector that will be able to support USB 3.0 speeds. There had been older rumors that the iPhone 14 Pro models ...

Daniel R Deakin, 19 Apr 2022 01:30

The Pad 5 is on its way to India. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Pad 5 is coming to India

Xiaomi has announced that it is bringing "the next big thing" to India soon. It will come in the form of the Pad 5, one of its latest flagship Android tablets. Its new launch date suggests it will debut alongside its corresponding...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2022 17:59

Does Honor have new phones to launch? (Source: Honor)

The Dimensity 9000 SoC is allegedly destined for the Honor 70 series

The Honor 70-series of smartphones is now slated to launch with potentially significant performance gains over its 60-series predecessors. This is because it is now rumored to offer a range of new processors, which may even top ou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2022 17:17

Vivo might have a new ISP to launch soon. (Source: Weibo)

Vivo gears up to debut a second-gen custom chipset alongside the upcoming X80 series

Vivo has confirmed that it will launch the X80 series of Android smartphones soon. Now, it is also slated to introduce a second-gen image signal processor (ISP) that may be exclusive to the devices. This "V1+" chipset is said to b...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2022 15:27

It seems time is almost up for the iPhone 11 while the iPhone 12 might receive a price cut. (Image source: Apple - edited)

iPhone 11 series termination and iPhone 12 price reduction on Apple's 2022 schedule according to leaker

The Apple iPhone 11’s number is up according to a leaker, with price reductions purportedly heading toward the iPhone 12 series. Cupertino is expected to launch the iPhone 14 range later this year and will need to trim the lineup ...

Daniel R Deakin, 17 Apr 2022 21:22

Apple may have a new iPhone camera supplier. (Source: Apple)

Rumor | Apple will stick with an OIS-enabled telephoto camera in the iPhone 15

The iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max have three main rear cameras, one of which is a telephoto unit with optical image stabilization (or OIS). Now, their 2024 successors are said to have the same spec, although it may be a new module fro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Apr 2022 17:49

It's okay, we all fail sometimes...although some definitely more spectacularly than others. (Image source: various - edited)

iPhone 13 mini and 3 other tragic smartphone fails that deserved better

Some smartphone innovations are great ideas and make a lasting impact on the market. Others are also great ideas but either fail to launch completely or somehow go the way of the dodo, never to be seen again. Let's look at some re...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Apr 2022 19:33

Apple's iPhone SE 2022 is a very powerful smartphone that comes in a very compact package. Only the design is aged considerably at this point.

Apple blows up the price-performance scale with the iPhone SE 2022

A smartphone with top performance for less than 520 Euros (~$566)? The Apple iPhone SE 2022 makes this possible. However, you also have to accept some compromises for this.

Florian Schmitt, 15 Apr 2022 02:50

Apple MacBook production delays are likely because of new lockdowns caused by outbreaks of COVID-19 in China. (Image source: Apple/Unsplash - edited)

MacBook delay seems inevitable as Apple suppliers in China go into lockdown

Lockdowns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in China could lead to future Apple MacBook delays. Some of Cupertino’s main suppliers, such as Pegatron and Quanta, have had to cease production for the time being. While future MacBook A...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Apr 2022 21:20

The longer I stare at this screen the slower the update seems... (Image source: Unsplash)

iOS 15.4.1: 3 surprising reasons why iPhone users should update

Though Apple released iOS 15.4.1 just under a couple of weeks ago, many iPhone users still running an earlier version of iOS 15 may be at risk due to a major security flaw that Apple says “may have been actively exploited”. Take a...

Brahm Shank, 12 Apr 2022 20:18

The overwhelming majority of teens in the US own an Apple iPhone as well as a pair of AirPods (Image: Salil Sachdeva)

Survey finds 87% of US teenagers own an iPhone, Apple's AirPods remain immensely popular

When it comes to smartphones and headphones, American teenagers apparently prefer products from the dominant Cupertino-based tech behemoth, which has once again performed admirably in a latest youth-focused survey conducted by Pip...

Enrico Frahn, 08 Apr 2022 00:42

iPhone users have to deal with a couple of annoying bugs and issues after the recent iOS 15.4.1 update (Image: Apple)

iPhone users complain about several issues after iOS 15.4.1 update

Even after the update to iOS 15.4.1, some iPhone owners have unfortunately suffered from a few annoying problems with the synchronization of iMessages as well as the location services in some of Apple's stock apps, which apparentl...

Enrico Frahn, 07 Apr 2022 23:30

Google Maps update: 5 features that are finally here

Earlier this week, Google previewed a number of new features and enhancements that are making their way to Google Maps on iOS and Android in the coming months. While some new additions have users saying “finally” others are welcom...

Brahm Shank, 07 Apr 2022 21:08

iPhone 14 Pro Max will offer a pill-shaped notch for Face ID and a punch hole for the selfie camera. (Image Source: Gizmochina)

New iPhone 14 Pro Max CAD renders indicate design overhaul with 20% reduced bezels, pill-shaped Face ID notch, and thicker camera bump

New CAD renders of the upcoming iPhone 14 Pro Max indicate the same expected design as that of the rumored iPhone 14 Pro including a pill-shaped notch for Face ID and a punch hole for the selfie camera. The CAD files also indicate...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Apr 2022 15:26

The iPhone 13 mini may seem like your only option if you want a small phone, but don't be fooled. Small Androids are out there. (Image source: Apple / Unsplash - edited)

Apple iPhone 13 mini killers: 3 compact Androids that will blow you away

It's hard to believe that the 5.4-inch iPhone 13 mini is the smallest flagship smartphone available. That being said, there are some attractive and compact Android alternatives available. Let's have a look at some of the best opti...

Julian van der Merwe, 05 Apr 2022 23:27

A powerhouse in your pocket. (Source: IMTest)

The iPhone SE 2022 trumps the M1-equipped iPad Air 5 and both Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra models in gaming tests

The iPhone SE 2022 has now been put through a Genshin Impact test alongside the M1-equipped iPad Air 2022, and the two variants of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. The compact phone puts up a fantastic showing, with exemplary perform...

Ricci Rox, 04 Apr 2022 11:56

Apple's first foldable smartphone could be a 9-inch hybrid which takes a cue from both the iPhone and iPad (Image: MacRumors)

Leaker claims that Apple is testing a 9-inch foldable device, possible iPhone-iPad hybrid won't launch before 2025

According to the well-known leaker Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is actively testing a rather large 9-inch foldable device, which could hint at the prioritized development of a possible iPhone-iPad hybrid instead of a more compact smartphon...

Enrico Frahn, 01 Apr 2022 23:16

The Xiaomi 12 Pro supposedly matches the Google Pixel 6 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra in camera tests

The Xiaomi 12 Pro remains Xiaomi's most premium smartphone for the year until the Xiaomi 12 Ultra or Mix 5 series debut. The flagship has now been put through DxOMark's camera tests, and appears to keep up with traditional heavy h...

Ricci Rox, 01 Apr 2022 18:24

The Samsung Galaxy A51 has been modified with a lightning port (image via Ken Pi on YouTube)

Intrepid engineer successfully jerry-rigs lightning port into a Galaxy A51

The person who successfully created the world's first iPhone with a USB Type-C port has now flipped the script by installing a lightning port into a Galaxy A51. The port is fully operational, complete with charging and data transf...

Anil Ganti, 01 Apr 2022 15:51

Touch ID may never return to flagship iPhones. (Image source: MacRumors)

Ming-Chi Kuo rules out the return of Touch ID for flagship Apple iPhones

According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Touch ID will not make an appearance in the iPhone 15 or iPhone 16 series in any form. On the contrary, Apple will continue to develop its Face ID hardware, which may reach under-display status by the iP...

Alex Alderson, 31 Mar 2022 15:28

iPhone 14 Pro: Camera details of Apple's next-gen flagship phones surface in the wild

The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are tipped to launch with a big camera upgrade over the iPhone 13 Pro models. A new leak has now provided some details of the main sensor that will debut on the flagships, with most of the h...

Ricci Rox, 31 Mar 2022 12:52

Rumor | Apple customers will be able to subscribe to iPhones in the future

Apple has often asserted that it values its subscriptions (its Music arm, for example) as much as its hardware as contributors to the success of its overall business in the past. Now, according to a knowledgeable correspondent, it...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Mar 2022 19:45

Apple may rename the A15 as the A16 and use an

Apple plans to hoodwink iPhone 14 buyers with sneaky A15, A16, and A16 Pro naming scheme according to leaker

It has been claimed that Apple will use A16 and A16 Pro SoCs in its upcoming iPhone 14 series. While it was expected that the A16 would be present in the lineup for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, it was also believed tha...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Mar 2022 20:43

Worldwide Apple outage: 4 Apple services that you can use offline

Don’t let server outages slow you down. Apple services are meant to be used wherever and whenever! With a bit of preliminary planning users can enjoy these services completely off the grid. Follow the listed items below to prepare...

Brahm Shank, 23 Mar 2022 18:12

The iPhone 15 Pro is set to sport only a hole punch. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 to debut new under-display camera destined for the iPhone 15 Pro

A new report has now revealed Samsung and Apple's plans for their 2023-bound flagship phones, the Galaxy Z Fold5 and iPhone 15 Pro. Supposedly, Samsung is working on a new under-display camera technology that will appear on the Ga...

Ricci Rox, 23 Mar 2022 11:02

The 14 Pro is expected to look like this. (Source: Pigtou)

Rumor | The iPhone 14 Pro will be thicker than the 13 Pro

The iPhone 14 Pro is currently tipped to launch as a device that will be nearly identical to its 13-series predecessor - except with a punch-hole display in place of one with a notch as usual. Nevertheless, according to a new leak...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Mar 2022 15:39

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