A Chinese regulatory filing spotted on Tuesday suggests Apple’s iPhone 12 Pro Max sports a less capacious battery than last year’s iPhone 11 Pro Max. A filing with the Chinese Ministry of Industry and […]
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Apple seemingly discontinues Apple TV ‘Remote’ app
Apple recently pulled its first-party Apple TV “Remote” app for iOS from the App Store, leaving users who have not downloaded the title to rely on integrated controls provided in Control Center. Introduced in […]
Hands on with Apple’s MagSafe charger and silicone cases
Apple’s MagSafe accessories have started to show up at customers’ doorsteps. We take a look at a few first-party cases, as well as Apple’s MagSafe charger, to see how they work. A few readers had […]
Quibi lands on Apple TV as service fights to survive
As it struggles to compete with industry titans Netflix and Amazon, streaming service provider Quibi this week jumped from the smartphone to the big screen with apps for set-top boxes like Apple TV. Announced […]
Amazon brings Luna cloud gaming service to iOS and Mac for select customers
Amazon on Tuesday initiated early access to the new Luna game streaming service on a variety of platforms, including Apple’s iOS and Mac. Announced in September, Luna is a cloud-based gaming service that seeks […]
iPhone 12 ‘5G’ indicator denotes best available connection
Apple has reportedly tweaked the network status bar indicator on iPhone 12 models to depict the best available speed and not necessarily the currently used connection. That’s according to a small tidbit concerning 5G support […]
Google’s search engine deal with Apple a centerpiece of DOJ lawsuit
Google’s deal with Apple to maintain its standing as the default search engine for iOS devices is reportedly at the heart of a recent Justice Department lawsuit against the tech giant. On Tuesday, the Department […]
Photographer Austin Mann puts iPhone 12 Pro through its paces
As he does every year, travel photographer Austin Mann took Apple’s new iPhone 12 Pro for a test drive in the great outdoors — this time at Glacier National Park in Montana. Here’s how it […]
Apple issues fourth iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2, tvOS 14.2 developer betas
Apple has moved on to its fourth round of betas for its operating systems, with new fourth builds of iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2, and tvOS 14.2 now available for testing by developers. The latest […]
Sony may supply OLED panels for ‘Apple Glass’ and VR efforts
Apple is continuing to work on a head-mounted display of some form, a report suggests, with Sony said to be a probable supplier of displays for an Apple AR or VR headset that could arrive […]
Canada could soon get the revamped and redesigned Apple Maps service
Apple is currently publicly testing its revamped Apple Maps app in Canada, which could suggest that a rollout in the country may be imminent. The newly redesigned Apple Maps was first introduced with iOS 12, […]
Low-light performance of iPhone 12 Pro aided by wider ISO range & aperture
The wide-angle cameras in the iPhone 12 Pro have improved low-light photography, with a readout of the new iPhone’s cameras showing an improvement to the ISO, paired with a wider aperture. During Apple’s “It’s […]
Apple releases HomePod software update 14.1 with Intercom
Apple released the first HomePod software update based on iOS 14 on Tuesday, with version 14.1 bringing support for the HomePod mini and Intercom. Apple first teased HomePod software version 14 during WWDC with support […]
Russian airline crew charged in $50 million Apple device smuggling scheme
A U.S. investigation has concluded that a handful of Aeroflot Airlines employees helped smuggle at least $50 million in stolen goods, including iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch devices. That’s according to an indictment unsealed in […]
Apple releases iOS 14.1 and iPadOS 14.1 with bug fixes & iPhone 12 support
Just as the iPhone 12 is shipping to customers, Apple released the iOS 14.1 and iPadOS 14.1 updates with support for the latest devices and some bug fixes. The updates can be installed on the […]
Philips recalling selected power supply units from Hue outdoor lights
Philips has announced what it’s calling a “voluntary replacement program,” following potential problems with some Hue 40 Watt outdoor systems, including Lily Spot Lights. Stressing that the issue concerns “very rare” circumstances, Philips Hue and […]
Google says user choice makes DOJ antitrust lawsuit ‘deeply flawed’
Google has issued its public response to the Department of Justice’s antitrust lawsuit filed on Tuesday, defending itself from the “deeply flawed” lawsuit claiming users choose to use Google, rather than being forced. On […]
iPhone 12 ‘supercycle’ increasingly likely based on supply chain trends
Analyst firm Wedbush is seeing increasingly bullish trends from its Apple supply chain checks, giving the bank increased confidence in an iPhone 12 “supercycle thesis.” In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider, Wedbush lead […]
Mophie announces new 4-in-1 wireless charging pad with Apple Watch adapter
Mophie is out with its latest unique charging solution, its four-in-one charging pad that can deliver wireless power to four devices at once on its large padded surface. In a design that will suit families […]
Apple researching large-scale MagSafe technology for Apple Car charging
The Apple Car could have its own MagSafe-style charger alignment system, with contacts on a charging station automatically aligning perfectly with counterparts located on the electric car. The often-rumored Apple Car has taken on […]
Apple’s 8th Generation iPad on sale for $299, inventory limited
Apple’s new 8th Generation iPad is back on sale for $299 at Amazon after selling out at the reduced price during the company’s Prime Day event. 10.2″ iPad savings Prime Day 2020 may be […]
‘GravityRAT’ Windows spyware modified to infect macOS, Android
A strain of malware called GravityRAT, known for spying on Windows machines, has been adapted to infect both Android and macOS devices, according to a new report. Although most remote access trojans (RAT) target Windows […]
Adobe launches Illustrator for iPad, plus major updates for Creative Cloud apps
Adobe Illustrator gets its official iPad release, while Fresco comes to iPhone, and apps including Photoshop and Premiere Pro have been given significant updates at the Adobe MAX 2020 event. “When using Illustrator’s desktop and […]
Review: DJI’s updated Pocket 2 is a must-have tool for the on-the-go video creator
DJI has just taken the wraps off the second generation of its popular handheld gimbal camera. While it looks very similar to the original, DJI has stepped up what matters. A wealth of hardware improvements […]