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New Apple MagSafe charging pucks could double iPhone charging speeds

David Snow — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:15:13 +0000

Newly discovered regulatory filings suggest Apple may soon launch new MagSafe 50W charging pucks that could double iPhone charging speeds.

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visionOS 3 rumors: WWDC25 could be a huge leap forward

D. Griffin Jones — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000

visionOS 3 rumors point to new advanced eye tracking features and support for VR hand controllers. But Apple probably has much more to show.

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Appeals court denies Apple request to walk back court-ordered App Store changes

Ed Hardy — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 12:40:56 +0000

An appeals court shot down Apple’s request to put a hold on a judge’s order that opens the App Store to more financial competition.

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iOS 19 may turn your AirPods into a remote camera button

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:51:05 +0000

Apple will reportedly make the AirPods even better with iOS 19/iOS 26 by adding sleep new head gestures, sleep detection and more.

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Trade tensions stall Apple Intelligence rollout in China

David Snow — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 17:44:13 +0000

Amid regulatory limbo and "increasing political uncertainties," trade tensions stall Apple Intelligence rollout in China.

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Ruko U11MINI 4K drone: A pocket-size powerhouse for aerial creators

Sponsored Post — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 15:00:52 +0000

For creators who value portability and performance, the U11MINI 4K drone is a dream come true. It's lightweight but packs advanced features.

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All the sweet new watchOS features we expect at WWDC25

Graham Bower — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000

What features will the next version of watchOS add to Apple Watch? A look at what's coming soon to your wrist at WWDC25.

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iOS 19 will bring smart upgrades to Messages and Music apps

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 07:23:33 +0000

With iOS 19/iOS 26, Apple plans to enhance the Messages app with automatic chat translation and built-in support for polls.

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Apple A20 chip will move to 2nm and bring the RAM inside

D. Griffin Jones — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:27:52 +0000

The A20 chip, which will power the iPhone 18 Pro and folding iPhone, will use a new technology that integrates RAM inside the chip.

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Apple Design Awards: Try the best apps and games of 2025

David Snow — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:08:32 +0000

The iPhone giant just named the Apple Design Awards' winning apps and games, so now's the perfect try some of the best of the best.

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Slow Horses season 5 premieres in September [Apple TV+ first look]

David Snow — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:38:14 +0000

"Slow Horses" season 5 premieres on Apple TV+ September 24, bringing Gary Oldman's MI5 section chief Jackson Lamb and his hapless crew back.

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macOS 16 rumors: What to expect at WWDC25

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:20:02 +0000

The latest rumors indicate macOS 16 might steal the thunder from iOS 19 at WWDC25, with its fresh look and other smarter changes.

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Get a refurbished M2 iPad Air at a discount straight from Apple

David Snow — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:46:55 +0000

Need an iPad or an iPad upgrade on the cheap? Now you can get Apple refurbished M2 iPad Air models, certified to work just like new ones.

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Apple TV+ takes swing at Sunday Night Baseball streaming rights

David Snow — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:54:32 +0000

As negotiations continue, it looks like Apple TV+ may acquire "Sunday Night Baseball" streaming rights, adding to its Friday night lineup.

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2 iPhone 17 models may lack ProMotion features in their 120Hz displays

David Snow — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:43:00 +0000

As disagreements flare up among leakers, it looks like iPhone 17 and 17 Air may lack ProMotion display features in their 120Hz displays.

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Apple Intelligence might take a backseat at WWDC25

D. Griffin Jones — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Apple doesn’t have as many Apple Intelligence features to announce this year at WWDC25 — here's what's coming.

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Here’s the agenda for WWDC25, Apple’s big dev event [New moniker: ‘Sleek Peek’]

David Snow — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 15:15:04 +0000

Apple unveils the WWDC25 schedule for this year's big software developer conference, now called "Sleek Peek."

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iPad saves world-renowned pianist’s career

David Snow — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:54:22 +0000

For once it's not iPhone doing the saving. An iPad saves classical pianist's career from crippling stage fright, just when she almost gave up.

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Apple appeals EU interoperability rules, citing privacy risks

David Snow — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 13:19:09 +0000

As expected, Apple appeals EU interoperability rules increasing third-party device compatibility because of privacy risks for iPhone users.

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Apple picks ‘macOS Tahoe’ for this year’s major interface redesign

David Snow — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:08:49 +0000

In a tradition of California place names going back to OS X Mavericks, Apple reportedly will name next macOS version after famous Lake Tahoe.

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Instagram app for iPad moves closer to launch

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 06:26:57 +0000

Meta employees are going "full steam ahead" with a dedicated Instagram app for iPad, with internally testing already underway.

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BuhoCleaner jacks up Mac performance (up to 70% off promo)

David Snow — Sat, 31 May 2025 15:00:50 +0000

Is your Mac slowing down? Mac maintenance app BuhoCleaner gets rid of junk files and more to improve speed and efficiency.

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Fountain of Youth becomes most popular movie on streaming

Ed Hardy — Sat, 31 May 2025 14:00:08 +0000

Apple TV+ adventure movie "Fountain of Youth" shoots to the top of the streaming charts during its first week.

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iPhone 17 may stick with last year’s chip and RAM

Rajesh Pandey — Sat, 31 May 2025 05:30:10 +0000

The base iPhone 17 may not pack any major hardware upgrades, with Apple supposedly using the same A18 chip as the iPhone 16.

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Danny Boyle shoots 28 Years Later sequel on 20 iPhones at once

David Snow — Fri, 30 May 2025 16:40:20 +0000

Talk about "shot on iPhone." Director Danny Boyle takes it to a new level, with his sequel "28 Years Later" shot on 20 iPhones at once.

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With Severance season 3 coming, plans for 2 spinoffs emerge

David Snow — Fri, 30 May 2025 15:02:14 +0000

News of two possible spinoff series plus merchandise and maybe a video game arrive alongside word of "Severance" season 3 progress.

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Bono documentary doubles as first full-length video for Vision Pro [Now streaming]

David Snow — Fri, 30 May 2025 13:00:26 +0000

The new "Bono: Stories of Surrender" documentary recreates the U2 star's stage show on Apple TV+ and as the first full Vision Pro video.

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Appeals court says Trump tariffs can stay — for now [Updated]

Ed Hardy — Thu, 29 May 2025 23:23:48 +0000

Sweeping Trump tariffs are unconstitutional says the US court tasked with overseeing trade disputes. It’s good news for Apple.

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Larger screen in iPhone 17 essentially confirmed

Ed Hardy — Thu, 29 May 2025 22:05:11 +0000

The standard iPhone 17 model will almost certainly include a larger screen than it’s predecessor, a standout reason to choose the model coming this autumn.

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UPDF 2.0: The next-level AI-powered PDF editor for Mac, iPad and iPhone

David Snow — Thu, 29 May 2025 16:55:57 +0000

You're going to want to try the new UPDF 2.0. The update brings great new features to the AI-powered PDF editor for Mac, iPad and iPhone.

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Developers’ App Store earnings double in past 5 years

David Snow — Thu, 29 May 2025 16:17:57 +0000

Apple touted a new study showing explosive App Store sales growth -- $406 billion in developer sales and billing in 2024 alone.

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Apple is already developing the iPhone replacement

Ed Hardy — Thu, 29 May 2025 15:30:39 +0000

The iPhone won’t be around forever, but Apple is already working on the product that’ll replace it: smart glasses.

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Taron Egerton chases arsonists in Smoke on Apple TV+ [Update: New trailer]

David Snow — Thu, 29 May 2025 13:55:17 +0000

Like "Black Bird" on Apple TV+? The same team brings us Taron Egerton chasing arsonists in "Smoke" season 1. Check out the new trailer.

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Hands-on video shows chunkier iPhone 17 Pro Max design

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 29 May 2025 06:23:30 +0000

A hands-on video of the iPhone 17 Pro Max dummy unit showcases its thicker chassis and a revamped rear camera island.

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Apple might switch all OS version numbers to years

David Snow — Wed, 28 May 2025 19:19:56 +0000

With an announcement reportedly coming at WWDC25 on June 9, Apple may switch all OS names from version numbers to years.

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iPhone dominates list of world’s bestselling smartphones

Ed Hardy — Wed, 28 May 2025 17:30:08 +0000

The iPhone 16 is the bestselling smartphone in the world, and half of the 10 most popular models globally come from Apple.

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New Satechi Find My accessories include eyeglasses case, wallet tracker

David Snow — Wed, 28 May 2025 17:11:28 +0000

Satechi expands FindAll accessories lineup with eyeglasses case, luggage tag, keychain and wallet tracker that all work with Find My.

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Apple Card Savings interest rate drops again, now at 3.65%

Ed Hardy — Wed, 28 May 2025 15:00:38 +0000

The interest rate earned by cash in Apple Card Savings accounts just decreased. But the rate is still higher than most rival accounts.

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Logic Pro’s big beat-making upgrades: Enhanced Stem Splitter, new Flashback Capture

David Snow — Wed, 28 May 2025 14:15:43 +0000

Logic Pro updates for Mac and iPad

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Repair your iPad yourself with DIY parts from Apple

Ed Hardy — Wed, 28 May 2025 14:00:46 +0000

Apple just added iPad to its Self Service Repair program, so anyone can fix their tablet with the same parts and manuals the pros use.

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iOS 19 could finally fix the Android eSIM transfer headache

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 28 May 2025 07:26:04 +0000

Transferring eSIMs between iPhone and Android might finally get easier, thanks to some much-needed improvements coming with iOS 19.

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Apple plans to replace Game Center with new gaming-focused app

Ed Hardy — Tue, 27 May 2025 23:25:44 +0000

A new cross-platform application developed by Apple will call attention to games on iPhone, Mac and even Apple TV.

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Qualcomm study shows its modems outperform Apple’s C1 chip

David Snow — Tue, 27 May 2025 18:25:01 +0000

A new Qualcomm modem study -- commissioned by the chipmaker -- found its modem chips outperformed Apple's C1 in real-world conditions.

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Apple almost became a satellite internet provider

Ed Hardy — Tue, 27 May 2025 18:10:51 +0000

Your iPhone and home internet service could come beamed from satellites in orbit in a service provided by Apple — but no.

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The wait is over: WhatsApp launches on the iPad

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 27 May 2025 15:58:02 +0000

WhatsApp’s long-overdue dedicated iPad app has finally landed, allowing you to use the messaging platform on the tablet with no workarounds.

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App Store blocks over $2 billion in fraudulent transactions in 2024

David Snow — Tue, 27 May 2025 14:02:15 +0000

Apple said its App Store blocks fraud to the tune of $2 billion in bad transactions in 2024 and $9 billion over the past five years.

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Future iPhone might go ultra high-res with 200MP camera

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 27 May 2025 10:51:57 +0000

Apple may equip future iPhones with a 200MP camera, as it internally tests such a sensor for the primary shooter.

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iPadOS 19 rumors: What to expect at WWDC25

Ed Hardy — Sun, 25 May 2025 14:00:52 +0000

The latest iPadOS 19 rumors indicate the upgrade will make the iPad more Mac-like than ever before. Here's what to expect from iPadOS 19.

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tvOS 12 and watchOS 12 to get a visionOS glow-up

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 25 May 2025 13:25:46 +0000

Apple will reportedly bring visionOS' sleek design language to tvOS 12 and watchOS 12, given them a modern look and feel.

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Murderbot kills it on the streaming charts

Ed Hardy — Sat, 24 May 2025 15:30:13 +0000

If you’re not watching Murderbot, you’re missing a sci-fi action comedy that’ as earning high ratings.

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Apple analyst warns political pressure may outweigh tariff impact

Rajesh Pandey — Sat, 24 May 2025 05:24:07 +0000

The 25% tariff might sting, but Apple’s biggest worry should be repeatedly being in Trump's crosshairs, says analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

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Apple temporarily boosts iPhone trade-in values

David Snow — Fri, 23 May 2025 15:45:18 +0000

When Apple raises iPhone trade in values, it's time to get a shiny new iPhone Series 16 handset. You can get up to $30 more for some models.

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Fountain of Youth explodes onto Apple TV+ [Now playing!]

Ed Hardy — Fri, 23 May 2025 15:10:52 +0000

There’s loads of excitement for “Fountain of Youth” an adventure movie starring John Krasinski and Natalie Portman that’s now on Apple TV+!

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Trump threatens 25% tariff on iPhones not made in US

Ed Hardy — Fri, 23 May 2025 14:28:32 +0000

President Donald Trump threatened Apple with a 25% tariff if the iPhone is assembled in any country other than the United States.

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What to expect in iOS 19: Rumors point to design overhaul

David Snow — Fri, 23 May 2025 13:00:41 +0000

What to expect in iOS 19? Look for visionOS-like design changes, revamped Messages, a redesigned keyboard, floating navigation bars and more.

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