If you’re a Verizon or Sprint customer with an iPhone XS or XS Max that keeps dropping calls, you’re not alone. But why is this a problem and how do you fix it? We’ve heard quite a few firsthand reports about Verizon subscribers experiencing frequent dropped calls on iPhone XS and XS Max devices. Reports […]
Astro HQ, the creator of Luna Display, has created a new concept device that imagines what a foldable Apple laptop-tablet hybrid could look like. Riding off the interest and hype surrounding foldable smartphones, Astro teamed up with its industrial designer, Federico Donelli, to take the folding form factor a step further. And the concept is […]
Contrary to what Apple may lead users to believe, Touch ID isn’t on the chopping block. Apple has been granted two patents this week describing technology that could point toward an in-display fingerprint reader for future iPhones and iPads. More specifically, the patents, which were published Tuesday by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, cover […]
In its efforts to extend the reach of its messaging platform, Facebook is planning to release a desktop version of its popular mobile Facebook Messenger app, allowing Mac users to easily access the chat service without having to rely on a web browser. A Facebook blog post was first spotted by iGeneration this morning, and […]
Back when Apple and Qualcomm were still at war, the Cupertino company accused the chip-maker of having a near-monopoly on modem chips, and as Apple struggles to build its own 5G dream team and Intel throws in the towel, it’s become clear that Qualcomm is very much the 800-pound gorilla in the business. There’s really […]
Back in 2013, a small robotics startup named Anki made a big splash when it appeared on stage at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference to demo what was hailed as the future of AI toys, a platform known as Anki Drive that showed how an iPhone or iPad could be used as the brain for a […]
Smart home devices collect a lot of data about our lives. But it’s fairly difficult to find out what specific data they harvest and who they transmit it to — at least, until now. Researchers at Princeton University have developed a new piece of macOS software that can help people keep tabs on their smart […]
The surface of your iPhone, as you probably know, can get pretty filthy. But even if you wipe down or clean your device regularly, there may be one key area you’re missing. Depending on how you carry your device, the Lightning port can become clogged up with lint, dust and other types of debris that […]
Apple this year may finally make a long-awaited change to the accessories it packages with its iPhones, a new report on Monday suggests. The Cupertino company is largely expected to debut three iPhone models this year, each a direct successor to the devices in the 2018 iPhone lineup. And all three are “likely” to come […]
Apple’s 2018 iPad Pros are powerful workhorses for productivity, creativity, or just about anything else you can throw at them – and now, you can pick one up for a hefty discount. Amazon is currently offering a slew of iPad Pro models at some of the best prices we’ve seen yet. While the exact discount […]
While Apple and Qualcomm have entered a marriage of convenience, leaving Intel jilted at the altar, there’s little doubt that the relationship between the two tech giants is a temporary alliance at best until Apple can get its own 5G modem chip business up and running. Now it looks like Apple has been picking through […]
We’ve been seeing reports since late last year that Apple has been turning its eye toward removing third-party apps that offer parental control features like screen time tracking, with several developers quietly noting that their apps have been pulled from the App Store for somewhat cryptic reasons, such as missing iOS features like background location […]
Last month, Apple announced Powerbeats Pro, its more premium, Beats-branded version of the now-iconic AirPods true wireless earbuds. While the original announcement didn’t include a release date other than “May,” if you’ve been eagerly waiting for the new earbuds you’ll be happy to know that Apple plans to make them available sooner next month rather […]
Since iOS 11.3, iPhones have had the ability to diagnose their own battery health and overall performance. To see your results, follow these simple steps: Open Settings. Then tap Battery. Finally, tap Battery Health. Here you’ll see different messages that will give you more insight into your battery’s health. Let’s take a closer look and […]
Browsing the internet on your iPhone or iPad is easy, but is it private? Our browsers and phones like to know what we’re doing and keep track of our browsing history – all the better for ad targeting and collecting information on user behavior. But that’s not always cool, especially when you’d rather remain anonymous […]
Apple has long been dedicated to education – in May of 2018, Apple even held an event focused specifically on education. There, the company announced an affordable iPad that was geared toward the education market. With its low price point and excellent quality, it’s been a great success for the company and for consumers. However, […]
Apple is giving away free (but temporary) 200GB iCloud storage subscriptions to new users. But there are some big caveats you should keep in mind. The little-known promotion was spotted by a Redditor who received an Apple trade-in marketing email. Basically, Apple is positioning the offer as a way to help users migrate their settings, […]
watchOS 6 is coming. Apple is largely expected to debut the next-generation update to its wearable operating system this June. And some concept designers are already issuing their predictions for what the update will look like. Designer Jake Sworski recently published his own watchOS 6 concept art on Behance — and the ideas and images […]
One of the most exciting (and controversial) rumors about the upcoming 2019 iPhone lineup is the addition of a triple-lens camera setup – but it could provide a major benefit that no one else is talking about. It’s well documented that the aesthetics of the triple-lens camera bump are somewhat unfortunate, based on current renders […]
If you’re a parent with younger children and rely on iOS parental controls, it might be a good idea to double-check your kids’ iPads to make sure that they can’t actually access websites that they’re not supposed to. An iDrop News reader has reported an issue with parental website restrictions no longer being enforced after […]
Earlier this month, Apple shocked many industry watchers when it suddenly settled its multi-year legal battle with Qualcomm, however, just as people were catching their breath, there came another surprise only hours later from Intel declaring that it was throwing in the towel on 5G smartphone chips. The timing of the announcements led many to wonder which actually […]
Apple is expected to have a substantial lineup of original programming arriving this fall, but it appears that at least some of the fruits of the company’s exclusive content deals will be ready to go even sooner. Late last year, Apple signed a deal with Canadian broadcaster DHX Media, which now owns a controlling stake […]
The National Security Agency is reportedly on the verge of abandoning a surveillance program that monitored the metadata of U.S. phone calls and text messages. The NSA has recommended to the White House that it should abandon the program, people familiar with the matter told The Wall Street Journal. The agency said that the “logistical […]
At this point, we know that at least one iPhone with a triple-lens camera setup is coming this year. But the supposed design of that camera has been called ugly by users and various Apple sites alike. Looking at alleged renders of the so-called iPhone XI’s camera bump, it’s pretty easy to see why. Apple […]
With newer car models offering USB ports for device charging, it would seem car chargers are headed towards obsolescence. But that’s not the case, surprisingly! Most new cars come with USB-A ports, which can be calibrated to variable standards and are suited for older devices. Depending upon your device, it can take you several times […]
Frustrated App Store users took to social media this morning to report an annoying bug that prevented them from downloading new apps or app updates. The bug caused a Terms & Conditions update box to appear when users tapped the Get or Update button in the App Store, according to anecdotal reports on Twitter and […]
Apple is preparing to adopt a new technology that could eventually pave the way for 5G iPads and iPhones within the next couple of years. The next-generation tech is a component called an LCP soft board, which uses a type of liquid crystal polymer to connect a device’s wireless antennas to its logic board. According […]
Apple on Thursday announced a voluntary recall of first-party power adapters that are used in the United Kingdom, Hong Kong and Singapore. Specifically, the recall covers three-pronged Apple power adapters designed for use in those countries. Apple said in a press release that those power adapters have a chance of breaking and causing electrical shock […]
Repair and teardown site iFixit has likely gotten to the bottom of why Samsung’s $2,000 folding smartphone is so prone to breaking. As a quick refresher, Samsung began sending test units of its Galaxy Fold smartphone to reviewers last week. Within just a couple of days, multiple reviewers began experiencing issues with the review units […]
Focusing on Fitness and Health isn’t the exclusive providence of Apple, of course, despite the company’s regular improvements to its fitness tracking features. While iPhone users — and especially Apple Watch users — already have the iOS Activity and Health apps to keep track of everything from workouts to potential heart conditions, there are dozens of […]
Despite a recent push from some quarters to change the eligibility criteria for Academy Awards, it appears that movies by streaming services such as Apple TV+ and Netflix are going to continue to be able to qualify under the same rules as before. Earlier this year, Hollywood mogul Steven Spielberg spoke out against the idea […]
Believe it or not, the iPhone and iPad weren’t initially intended to be used with a stylus. Apple’s capacitive touch screens were designed to work seamlessly with finger inputs, not just pen tips like the antiquated Palm Pilot. Still, maneuvering, writing or drawing on a touchscreen can be challenging – and even Apple released a […]
Apple this week released iOS 12.3 beta 3 to both developers and public software testers. And while it was relatively light on changes, the new beta build helps to paint a clearer picture of what the final release of iOS 12.3 will look like. The iOS 12.3 beta cycle has been admittedly one-note — most […]
Studies have revealed some interesting things about iPhone users, like that we tend to be more extroverted, for example (along with some other less savory qualities). But what else does your iPhone say specifically about you, as a person? What does it say about your personality, habits, and preferences? Remember, these are devices that we […]
Apple CEO Tim Cook said he wishes that the company’s fight with the FBI in 2016 over an iPhone backdoor would have gone to court. Cook, speaking during a Time Magazine conference in New York on Tuesday, was specifically referring to the FBI’s case to force Apple to unlock an iPhone 5c that belonged to […]
When Robert Bainter lost his Apple Watch in the ocean for six months, he probably didn’t expect to get it back — and in working order. And yet, that’s exactly what happened. Bainter, who regularly body surfs and boogie boards the waves at Huntington Beach, can usually be found with an Apple Watch on his […]
By the looks of it, it seems like the bell has tolled for Apple. At least, that’s the picture painted by many market watchers, media outlets, and tech industry insiders. But is Apple actually going to go the way of Nokia? To put it simply, no. Despite slow iPhone sales and investor panic after it […]
It’s almost impossible to stay completely anonymous on the internet nowadays. Don’t think so? Just do a quick search of your phone number and see what comes up. I was blown away how much information was available – including my old band, my old business and even my old address came up with just a […]
It’s no surprise by now that technology often runs ahead of society’s ability to keep up with it, and Apple’s implementation of new security paradigms like Touch ID and Face ID have created a legal quagmire for privacy and law enforcement that appears to still be largely unresolved. Despite a decision earlier this year by […]
Apple has been facing serious problems with its butterly keyboards on its recent MacBook Pro models, and although the company has finally acknowledged and apologized for the issues, and this week offered to dramatically step-up repair efforts for those affected, it appears that Apple is still going to have to face the ire of its […]
After almost three years of silence on the wireless headphone front, Apple’s be on fire for already this year, with the release of its highly-anticipated second-generation AirPods back in March, and the additional treat of similarly-equipped wireless PowerBeats Pro that are expected to land in stores next month. However, it seems like the company isn’t […]
Apple is being hit with a new class-action lawsuit concerning multiple iPhones that are now several years old. The lawsuit, which was filed in a San Diego County Superior Court, alleges that Apple knowingly sold various iPhone models with defective sleep/wake buttons and failed to disclose the problem with those buttons. The class action, which […]
The Apple Pencil allows users to write, draw or illustrate on their iPads – and while it does so extremely well, it’s not without its limitations. Luckily, Apple seems to be developing various features and accessories that could make a future Apple Pencil even more versatile for artists and illustrators. A patent recently granted to […]
Apple will begin prioritizing MacBook and MacBook Pro keyboard repairs at its brick-and-mortar locations, which could lead to much quicker service for impacted users. That’s according to an internal memo, titled “How to support Mac customers with keyboard-related repairs in store,” that was shared with Apple Store and Genius Bar employees last week. The memo […]
Apple may finally add mouse support to the iPad lineup in its upcoming iOS 13 software update, according to a new report. MacStories editor Federico Viticci, on the latest episode of the Connected podcast, said that USB mouse support could eventually be added to the iPad Pro as an accessibility feature. While he didn’t name […]
While major carriers continuing rolling out actual 5G cellular service across the U.S., one carrier, AT&T, seems to be determined to confuse its customers by leading them to believe they’re already on some form of 5G network, even without an upgraded iPhone. Earlier this year, many AT&T iPhone users began to see a “5G E” […]
With Apple expected to unveil the first developer preview of its next major iOS update — iOS 13 — in only a few more weeks, developers with an inside track have been giving us some new insights into what we can expect. In addition to a number of interesting technical improvements to features like Siri, NFC, […]
An eighteen-year-old student in New York is suing Apple for a staggering $1 billion after being falsely connected to a series of Apple Store thefts that occurred across several U.S. states, pointing to Apple’s facial recognition system as the cause of the problem. According to Bloomberg and Law360, NYPD officers arrested Ousmane Bah at his […]
Troves of private data are stored on our devices; and without taking the proper measures, much of that information could be stolen by hackers. Sometimes hackers are incredibly cunning, but other times it doesn’t take much effort at all to get into a victim’s smartphone or computer. Here are a few things that leave users […]
Apple employs a full-time, in-house philosopher – that’s interesting on its own, but what’s even more intriguing is that his work at Apple is kept tightly under wraps. The philosopher, Joshua Cohen, was formerly a political philosophy professor at Stanford University; but Apple hired him in 2014 to work at Apple University, a secretive in-house […]