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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Apple fast-tracks its smart glasses for 2026 launch

Ed Hardy — Thu, 22 May 2025 21:56:15 +0000

Get ready for Apple smart glasses in 2026. Take an early look at what the tech in these wearables will be capable of doing for their wearers.

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Apple isn’t as far behind in AI as some might fear

Ed Hardy — Mon, 19 May 2025 19:25:43 +0000

Apple reportedly made significant progress in an internally developed AI chatbot to the point that it’s comparable with ChatGPT.

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iPhone 17 Air’s small battery might punch above its weight

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 19 May 2025 12:05:52 +0000

A leak points to the super-lightweight iPhone 17 Air shipping with a measly 2,800mAh battery, but new tech might boost its output.

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Apple might finally let you ditch Siri for a smarter assistant

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 19 May 2025 10:56:43 +0000

Thanks to the EU, Apple will seemingly allow you to replace Siri with another digital voice assistant on the iPhone.

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AirPods Pro 3 might not arrive until 2026

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 19 May 2025 09:16:43 +0000

AirPods Pro next big refresh will seemingly only land in 2026 with IR cameras presumably for in-air gesture support.

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What to expect from the 20th anniversary iPhone

Ed Hardy — Wed, 14 May 2025 16:45:54 +0000

Apple plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the iPhone with a fresh design. Discover the major changes to expect.

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Apple turns to AI to extend iPhone battery life

Ed Hardy — Mon, 12 May 2025 19:48:08 +0000

Apple’s iPhone AI battery innovations could significantly enhance efficiency, increasing time between recharges the smart way.

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Lower Trump tariffs could still force iPhone 17 price increases

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 12 May 2025 11:46:18 +0000

The iPhone 17 family could cost more in the U.S. due to higher tariffs, which Apple will supposedly justify with the new design and features.

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iOS 19 might take the pain out of hotel Wi-Fi logins

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 11 May 2025 13:02:25 +0000

Apple wants to make logging into hotel and office Wi-Fi networks easier across devices with a new iOS 19 feature.

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Apple looks into smart glasses

Ed Hardy — Thu, 08 May 2025 19:00:36 +0000

We may all someday wear Apple smart glasses with AI and camera capabilities. The company is reportedly laying the groundwork now.

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Server chips in development will power Apple Intelligence

David Snow — Thu, 08 May 2025 17:54:09 +0000

Among other new processors, Apple currently plans new AI server chips to help power its growing Apple Intelligence platform.

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My iPhone 17 Air wish list: 5 features Apple shouldn’t skip

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 05 May 2025 13:00:36 +0000

The rumored iPhone 17 Air will focus on slimness. But to truly stand out, what features should Apple’s thinnest iPhone offer?

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Apple to launch larger iPhone 18 Air and foldable sequel in 2027

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 05 May 2025 12:42:39 +0000

To stay ahead of the competition, Apple plans to launch its premium iPhones in the fall, followed by the value-focused models in spring.

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Apple might shake up iPhone launch cycle in 2026

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 05 May 2025 07:01:31 +0000

Apple may not launch the regular iPhone 18 alongside its Pro and Air sibling in 2026, delaying its launch by a few months instead.

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Apple preps battery case for its sleekest iPhone yet

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 04 May 2025 05:00:34 +0000

To offset the iPhone 17 Air's limited battery life, Apple reportedly will revive its Smart Battery Case accessory.

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Google Gemini might land on iPhones this year

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 01 May 2025 06:51:30 +0000

Apple and Google could strike a deal to bring Gemini to iPhones by mid-2025 — or so Google's CEO Sundar Pichai hopes.

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iPhone 17 Pro might miss out on major display upgrade

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:05:26 +0000

Due to scaling challenges, the iPhone 17 Pro lineup will not get an anti-reflective display coating as initially rumored.

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iOS 19 might transform your iPhone into a mini Mac

Ed Hardy — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 18:54:32 +0000

An iPhone running iOS 19 will be able to display applications running in windows on an external screen.

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iPadOS 19 may add Mac-like home screen menu bar

Ed Hardy — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:52:48 +0000

iPadOS 19 will include a menu bar at the top of the screen like the one in macOS, likely to satisfy power users.

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Today in Apple history: Rumors fly that Canon might buy Apple

Luke Dormehl — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 15:10:02 +0000

On April 21, 1995, rumors swirled that Canon (yes, the Japanese camera company!) might take over Apple, which was struggling at the time.

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Vision ‘Air’ headset could sport titanium parts and dark blue finish

David Snow — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 15:23:16 +0000

New leaks point to a more-affordable Vision Pro alternative on the way: Apple's dark blue Vision 'Air' headset may shed weight and cost.

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Apple chooses Samsung for foldable iPhone OLED displays

David Snow — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:19:57 +0000

Apple chose Samsung as its exclusive supplier of foldable iPhone displays, which could boost quality as well as the folding-OLED market.

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Apple may slim down the Vision Pro 2 in weight and cost

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 06:16:57 +0000

The Vision Pro 2 could launch with a lighter design and a lower price, as Apple looks to beat Meta in the race to full-fledged smart glasses.

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iPadOS 19 may finally blur the line between iPad and Mac

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 13:25:11 +0000

Apple may not bring macOS to iPad but it may give them the next best thing with iPadOS 19: a Mac-like experience.

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The great iOS 19 squircles controversy [The CultCast]

Lewis Wallace — Sat, 12 Apr 2025 16:00:19 +0000

This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: Spat over a supposed iOS 19 leak that shows rounder "squircles" for app icons is a laugh riot.

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AI-enhanced Siri could launch sooner than expected

Ed Hardy — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:03:00 +0000

Mark your calendars for the Siri release date. The wait for exciting AI enhancements for iPhone users might be shorter than feared.

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iOS 19 leak reveals squircle icons and redesigned system apps

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:00:18 +0000

As part of the iOS 19's visual overhaul, Apple might adopt squircle icons and UI elements with a glossy look.

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Final iPhone 17 Pro design might defy the leaks

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:11:37 +0000

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Pro series won’t feature the dramatic design changes that renders on the internet might lead you to believe.

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Apple preps M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pro launch for later this year

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:00:13 +0000

Apple's M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pros are reportedly all set to go official later this year, with modest spec bumps but few external changes.

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iPhone 17 Pro’s upgraded cameras could enable 8K video recording

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:11:29 +0000

iPhone 17 Pro may finally catch up to Android flagships and offer 8K video recording, leading to a 4x jump in the video resolution.

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iOS 19 leak showcases visionOS-inspired glassy design

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 04:58:12 +0000

A YouTube video gives us our alleged first look at iOS 19's big visual revamp, which takes inspiration from visionOS.

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A tale of two Airs: iPad and MacBook reviews [The CultCast]

Lewis Wallace — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 18:00:30 +0000

This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: Griffin goes deep on M3 iPad Air and M4 MacBook Air after toiling on his hands-on reviews.

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Apple preps future Apple Watch with AI-powered camera

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:36:14 +0000

Future Apple Watch models might feature a camera and leverage AI-driven Visual Intelligence to deliver contextual, relevant information.

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Apple turns to unique production method for durable, crease-free folding iPhone

Ed Hardy — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:23:12 +0000

Efforts to make a crease-free folding iPhone with a durable hinge reportedly include producing the hinges with a liquid metal process.

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Take your best look yet at the whole iPhone 17 series

Ed Hardy — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:15:36 +0000

See the latest iPhone 17 dummy design leak that hints at a fresh look for Apple's smartphone series coming in autumn 2025.

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iPhone 17 could give your selfies a 24MP boost

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:21:09 +0000

After years of neglect, Apple could give the iPhone's front camera an upgrade this year and switch to a 24MP sensor.

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iPhone 18 Pro could ditch Qualcomm for Apple’s C2 modem

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:37:55 +0000

Apple will reportedly equip the iPhone 18 Pro lineup with its in-house next-gen C2 modem, supposedly featuring mmWave 5G support.

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iPhone 17 Air will mark ‘new beginning’ for Apple

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:45:01 +0000

Apple will pack many cutting-edge features on the iPhone 17 Air that could eventually make their way to future iPhones.

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Nobody’s getting fired over Apple’s Siri debacle … yet

Ed Hardy — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 21:10:54 +0000

The delay of AI-enhanced Siri is impacting Apple’s reputation. We have an update on development of this critical project.

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