Dealing with a bad cell phone signal is hard enough when you’re out and about. But a poor signal when you’re at home? That’s intolerable. So if your phone is dropping calls or cutting out even in the safety of your own home, it’s time to do something about it. Some factors in cell phone […]
Apple is under attack from Chinese state media, which is claiming that the Cupertino tech giant isn’t doing enough to block prohibited content in Messages. What Is Considered Prohibited Content? Several state-affiliated media outlets, including state-run news agency Xinhua, have launched a volley of criticisms at Apple for allegedly failing to curb the proliferation of […]
Apple on Tuesday announced its financial results for the fiscal third-quarter (Q3) of 2018, which concluded on June 30, posting quarterly revenue of $53.3 billion — an increase of 17 percent from the same quarter last year — based largely on sales of 41.3 million iPhone handsets garnering a net profit of $11.5 billion. “We’re […]
As Apple wages on with its behind-closed-doors development of advanced new hardware and software systems for augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) applications, a new report published this week highlights one of the company’s most recent high-profile hirings in the burgeoning AR/VR space. VR Expert, Cyber Paint Creator Adding to its growing panel of VR experts, […]
If you live in Missouri, New Mexico, South Carolina, Virginia or Wisconsin, this weekend might be a great time to pick up a new Apple product. That’s because residents of those select states will be able to make purchases without any sales tax. Yes, it’s tax holiday season and Apple is once again highlighting the […]
New evidence in the latest batch of iOS 12 betas suggests that dual-SIM iPhones are indeed on their way. There are references to dual-SIM support hidden within a system component related to diagnostic reports, according to 9to5Mac’s Guilherme Rambo, who first spotted the evidence in iOS 12’s code. Specifically, the system components mention diagnostic reports […]
As we progress into iPhone manufacturing season and inch closer to Apple’s anticipated fall product announcements, fresh leaks and reports divulging details about the company’s upcoming iPhone and iPad models have been circulating like playground gossip. Within the last few weeks alone, we’ve covered a number of leaks and reports about Apple’s upcoming iPhone models, […]
Apple on Tuesday released the fourth public beta version of its upcoming iOS 12 software update, which corresponds to iOS 12 developer beta 5. The update seems to be mostly focused on bug fixes and under-the-hood improvements. But it also hints at new features for Apple’s HomePod smart speaker. Learn More: 5 Great Reasons to Install […]
Before each official iOS release, Apple pushes a developer beta release and a public beta release for testing. Available to all users (with compatible devices) who sign up for either program, these releases are intended to get feedback from Apple’s user base on any bugs, security flaws, or errors in the OS before the official […]
When built-in speakers on a phone or a tablet just won’t do, you might find yourself looking for a portable Bluetooth speaker. Let me tell you, while finding a great speaker can be quite difficult, finding a great and affordable portable speaker feels almost impossible. There are many wireless speakers out there to choose from […]
Nokia Oyj and T-Mobile on Monday announced that they’ve inked a new “landmark” deal that will see the two companies accelerate the deployment of 5G networks in the U.S. The Finnish firm won the $3.5 billion order to help build out nationwide 5G grids for T-Mobile, the two firms announced in a press release. It […]
Apple’s rumored lower-cost MacBook device could use an older Intel chip than initially forecasted, according to a new report. Taiwanese publication Economic Daily News reported that the entry-level MacBook device would run on Intel’s eight-generation Kaby Lake Refresh processors, which were first released back in 2017. EDN cites repeated delays of Intel’s Cannon Lake chips […]
Apple is widely expected to introduce a plethora of new products this fall, including all-new iPhone models, Mac computers, and a duo of radically-redesigned iPad Pros featuring slightly smaller form-factors, nearly bezel-less, edge-to-edge displays, and surprisingly, no 3.5mm headphone jack, according to a report published this week by the Japanese Apple blog, Mac Otokara. A […]
Apple’s rumored mid-range iPhone could adopt a next-generation version of Japan Display’s LCD technology, according to a new report. That tidbit of information was included in a recent Macotakara story primarily about new iPad Pro models. Citing supply chain sources, the Japanese blog reported that that 6.1-inch iPhone would use Full Active LCD displays sourced […]
A recently discovered type of iOS phishing scam is adopting some interesting new tactics — and you should be on the watch for them. The phishing attack was first reported by Ars Technica’s Sean Gallagher. At first glance, it might appear similar to previous Apple-related scams: it uses a phishing email to push users to […]
A spate of images allegedly showing “dummy” units of Apple’s upcoming 6.1- and 6.5-inch iPhone models surfaced over the weekend courtesy of a reliable Twitter source, offering us our clearest glimpse yet of Apple’s 2018 iPhone design, while also revealing subtle new details about the differences between them. The photos were published yesterday by the […]
Apple has maintained a firm stance on keeping its touchscreen devices like iPad separate from its Mac computers (from a functional standpoint). Essentially, this means Apple has no imminent plans of introducing a device like MacBook Pro featuring a traditional touchscreen display (a la Microsoft Surface.) However, back in 2016, the U.S. Patent and Trademark […]
Apple announced on Friday that it would repair any of its devices that were damaged as a result of devastating flooding in southwestern Japan earlier this month. Parts of Japan were hit by one of its worst weather-related natural disasters in decades. The record rainfall caused flooding, landslides and collapsed buildings that killed around 220 […]
It’s the middle of summer here in the Northern Hemisphere. That means there’s plenty of time to enjoy the longer days, warmer weather, and of course, grilling. What’s better than being outside cooking up all sorts of delicious food with family and friends? The great thing about grilling is that, aside from a grill, you don’t really […]
Apple has made strides towards its promised goal of furthering U.S. manufacturing projects, as constituent with the Donald Trump administration’s corporate tax cuts package that went into effect late last year.. While the Cupertino-company has so far made multiple, multi-million dollar investments in companies like Finisar (its primary VCSEL component suppler), Corning (Kentucky-based makers of […]
Apple shipped about 3.5 million Apple Watches in the second quarter of November, maintaining its lead as the current king of wearables. That number presents a 30 percent increase year-over-year from the second quarter of 2017, according to a new report by Canalys. It also suggests that the Apple Watch Series 3 model is much […]
A Scottish woman was struck by lightning while filming a thunderstorm — and she’s attributing her survival to her iPhone case. Tracey Kutluol, 42, captured the terrifying incident on video. The mother of two was filming a passing storm from her living room window in Galashiels, Scotland, The Independent reported. Kutluol, who was with her […]
Since as far back as 2016, patents, rumors and reports have been swirling around Samsung’s ongoing development of the world’s first truly foldable smartphone. A truly revolutionary device, the South Korean tech-giant’s has been pegged in some reports to ship featuring a massive 7.3-inch OLED display, which will literally (and physically) be capable of bending […]
Staying connected in 2018 is far easier than it was in the early 2000s. Then we had text messaging and IM (instant messaging) through services like MSN Messenger and AOL Instant Messenger. Now there are so many ways to chat, message, call, and connect that it can be overwhelming at times. Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, and […]
If we know anything about Apple’s upcoming fall event, it’s this: the annual keynote will be totally jam-packed full of product announcements. That’s partly because WWDC ’18, which Apple has used to debut new devices, was “all about software” this year. There are also a couple of products that have been delayed, making them ideal […]
Have you ever dropped your smartphone on the ground display first, watching in helpless panic as it tumbled and shattered against the elements beneath your feet? Either way, it’s certainly a gut-wrenching experience, watching your beloved smartphone come tumbling to the ground (and its early demise), which is unfortunately what one teenager based out of […]
Apple’s T2 chip may be causing issues for owners of Mac devices that have the co-processing chip. According to a variety of reports across the Apple Support Forums and the wider blogosphere, users are experiencing kernel panic incidents — essentially the Mac equivalent of the “Blue Screen of Death” — on their iMac Pro and […]
There are likely a number of things you already carry on a day-to-day basis. Your smartphone, your wallet and car keys, among others. These could be called your “everyday carry,” or EDC. Essentially, the things you never leave the house without. But there are other things you should be carrying. Or, at the very least, items […]
The 2012 non-Retina MacBook Pro was one of the greatest notebooks Apple has ever produced (for its time, that’s a given). To be clear, we aren’t necessarily talking about performance. When it comes to computers, hardware like chips, displays and other internal components don’t exactly age well. But some of the device’s features are great, […]
Apple and Qualcomm’s tense and ongoing legal dispute reached new heights this week, when the San Diego, California-based chip-maker noted during its quarterly conference call with investors that it will not be supplying Apple with LTE modems for this year’s iPhone models, opening the door for Apple to source chips from at least one of […]
Samsung today announced a new “unbreakable” OLED display panel that could eventually end up being used in future iPhones. In a press release, the South Korean tech giant said that its new OLED panel had just been certified by Underwriters Laboratory — a company that does testing for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). […]
The trend in technology is to make things smaller and more powerful. We’ve seen this in desktop computers, laptops, and smartphones. However, smartphones are pretty small, to begin with, and so there aren’t many ways to make smartphones any smaller unless we remove things we hold dear, namely the venerable 3.5mm headphone jack. Apple was […]
The age-old battle of iOS versus Android rages on. It’s a hard decision when choosing a new phone because your operating system (OS) determines how you interact with your phone, with apps, and even with other mobile users. To keep it simple, most sources say that for the most customizable options, go with Android. For […]
Apple Stores can’t catch a break lately. First a Fresno store was robbed for around $27,000 worth of devices in early July. Now a Costa Mesa store has been robbed in a very similar manner with $29,000 worth of iProducts stolen, although there’s currently no indication that the two groups of young men are connected. […]
Nike’s training app will bring more than 180 workouts to the Apple Watch. Nike has always been willing to experiment with wearables and sports tech, but experiment has been the key word. The Training Club app was one of the most serious, long-term tech projects for Nike: a sports training app that collects workouts created by […]
Apple has highlighted the powerful A11 Bionic chip for the first time in a new ad spot posted to its YouTube channel. The ad, titled Unleashed, shows a young man walking down a street playing iOS game Vainglory on his iPhone X. Suddenly, the game’s environment and characters “come to life” around him. That includes […]
Macs have a reputation for being fairly expensive devices. That’s not altogether unjustified, but it is possible to get a Mac on the cheap. A new eBay laptop sale, “Power Up With Laptops Under $399,” is one such opportunity. You’ll find a variety of MacBook devices — all for under $399. But stock is limited, […]
A new report suggests that Apple could delay the launch of its highly-anticipated 6.1-inch LCD iPhone until October. Morgan Stanley analyst Katy Huberty said, via Barron’s, that there are “suspected issues with LED backlight leakage” on the upcoming mid-range handset. That could result in a one-month delay to mass production of the device. Huberty believes […]
Looking to make a smartphone purchase an investment? You can’t get much better than the iPhone X, according to the results of a new study. Liquidation firm and online marketplace B-Stock conducted its own research study into which iPhone model best retains its value after being purchased. The results of the study, which were obtained […]
San Francisco-based ride sharing company Lyft is being sued for patent infringement by a retired Georgia Institute of Technology professor. In the lawsuit, the former engineering professor Stephen Dickerson claims infringement of his patented technology, which he argues is the core of the company’s business model. According to Reuters, Lyft has failed to pay Dickerson […]
Do you really need smartphone insurance? While “needing” something is relative in this case, it’s truthfully a lot smarter to just bite the bullet and buy that iPhone insurance package: Here’s why. Many people spread out the cost of an iPhone by leasing or purchasing it on an installment plan. While that makes them seem […]
Apple strives to maintain secrecy in all of its projects and endeavors — from development of the latest software or hardware products, to its internal codes and methods of discourse — the company has a knack for [at least trying] to keep its biggest announcements and internal practices under wraps. Nevertheless, the company has been […]
The start of the new school year is upon us and as expected, Apple has unveiled their yearly student discounts and promotions. Similar to years prior, Apple is offering a free pair of Beats headphones for students with the purchase of a Mac or iPad Pro, though this year students are limited to the Beats […]
Verizon on Tuesday announced the third city that will be receiving a 5G technology rollout in the second half of 2018. The carrier will launch 5G service in Houston later this year, it announced in a blog post. Verizon cited its “long-standing relationship” with the city, as well as area citizens and first responders, as […]
Apple updates its iTunes store every Tuesday, adding new music and film releases while occasionally curating movie bundles from popular categories and presenting them for sale at historically significant discounts. On Tuesday, the company launched its latest (and arguably its largest and most advantageous) iTunes movie sales of 2018, featuring a host of curated 10-film […]
Apple today confirmed that performance throttling issues with some of its new 2018 MacBook Pro models were the result of a bug — and a fix is now available. That fix comes in the form of a new supplemental update to macOS High Sierra 10.13.6. As of the writing of this article, it should be […]
Technology and the industry behind it will revolutionize healthcare in the United States and the rest of the world. That’s not speculation anymore — it’s happening right before our eyes. The Big Five — Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft, and Facebook — are all involved in the health sphere in one form or another. But the […]
If you’re an Apple or tech fan, chances are that you’re familiar with so-called “unboxing videos.” There’s something weirdly addicting about watching an untouched piece of tech being unboxed for the first time. And it’s a great way to see brand new tech in pristine glory. But a new YouTube video by well-known tech vloggers […]
