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Apple Day – Apple, iPod, iPad, iPhone, iTouch, iMac, iBook
Apple has two substantially unique iPhone designs launching in the coming year: iPhone Ultra this fall, and its 20th anniversary Pro models next year. Leaker Fixed Focus Digital has just shared updates on both products. Go to Source Author: Ryan Christoffel
We know for sure that Apple will increase iPhone prices when the iPhone 18 Pro launches next month. The company exempted existing iPhones when it increased prices across the board to reflect higher memory prices, but that was only ever going to be a temporary reprieve. However, two sources are now suggesting that the starting…
Read More “A $1,399 starting price for the iPhone 18 Pro doesn’t seem credible, even for Apple” »
The iPhone Photos app has become the target of a $32.5 billion class-action lawsuit in Illinois, over claims that biometric data is collected from images without informed consent.Apple Photos on an iPhoneThe iPhone is known for using Face ID as a biometric security system to protect a user’s privacy. However, a class action lawsuit claims…
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Before iCloud became the backbone of the Apple ecosystem, it spent more than a decade evolving through three distinct services: iTools, .Mac, and MobileMe.iTools, as part of Mac OS 9 | Image Credit: Matt J FullerIf you’ve got an iPhone, you’ve got an iCloud account. Sure, you might only have the base account, but you’re…
Read More “From iTools to iCloud: Apple’s first foray into Software as a Service” »
Czech company PlasmaSolve has been acquired by Apple, likely for its software that helps optimize manufacturing of scratch-resistant metallic coatings.PlasmaSolve’s main product was a plasma technology simulator called MatSight, which has been removed from sale since Apple acquired the company – image credit: PlasmaSolveApple already uses PVD (physical vapor deposition) in its existing coating processes…
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While it’s been reported that Apple is debating whether or not the camera in its upcoming glasses product should allow users to shoot photos and videos, DuckDuckGo is going one step further … Go to Source Author: Ben Lovejoy
What seems like a deliberately vague comment by outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook during the earnings call suggests that heavy Siri AI usage could be more expensive than we’ve so far expected. While it had always seemed clear that we wouldn’t be able to make unlimited use of Siri AI without paying for it in…
Read More “Heavy Siri AI usage could cost more than we expected, given Cook’s comment” »
Next month, Apple will be unveiling its first foldable iPhone – rumored to be called iPhone Ultra. It’s going to feature a 5.5-inch outer display and 7.6-inch inner display. Late last month, Samsung introduced the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 – and it comes with those same screen sizes. Whether or not you believe Samsung…
Read More “Here’s how iPhone Ultra’s form factor could compare to other Apple products” »
Ongoing DRAM and NAND shortage is now hitting the MacBook Air, leading to extended shipping delays and limited availability despite a higher starting price. (via Cult of Mac – Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.) Go to Source Author: Rajesh Pandey
Despite receiving a price increase in June, the MacBook Air is currently experiencing a “major” shortage, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. “Retail store sources say Apple is struggling to keep the laptop in stock and that shipments of new units are more constrained than they can ever recall,” he said. In the U.S., the MacBook…
Read More “MacBook Air Experiencing ‘Major’ Shortage Despite $200 Price Increase” »
In this week’s Sunday Reboot, despite Apple making more money than in any previous Q3, it’s never enough to escape a beating from investors or analysts.Apple did really well in its financials, yet analysts and stockholders somehow think otherwise. Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality…
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As I write this article, I am about to head out for a quick trip up north, and when I hit the road, there are a few key types of gear of my smart home setup I fully rely on to keep things running smoothly. Just remember that you will need a dedicated Apple Home…
Read More “HomeKit Weekly: How I use Apple Home to keep tabs on my home during summer travels” »
Apple has been working on camera-equipped AirPods for quite some time, with Visual Intelligence at the forefront of the product. This product had initially been rumored for this year, then ended up getting pushed back to sometime next year. However, there’s now a new chance that we end up seeing our first version of camera-equipped…
Read More “Apple’s rumored AirPods with cameras could potentially debut as soon as next month” »
On August 2, 1993, Apple launched the Newton MessagePad 1001 at Macworld Expo, the first product in the Newton line of PDAs. (via Cult of Mac – Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.) Go to Source Author: Luke Dormehl
While the rumored camera-equipped AirPods Pro won’t be coming out until 2027, an update is still expected by the end of 2026.AirPods Pro in a charging caseFall is the traditionally busy launch period for Apple’s product catalog, and that can include AirPods. However, while there are rumors of a wild addition to the earbud range…
Read More “Apple still plans a camera-free AirPods Pro update for 2026” »