Weekly Roundup: Apple iPhone XS, XS Max, XR, Moto G6 Plus, OPPO F9, OnePlus Type-C Bullets and more

After so much hype, Apple has officially announced the iPhones which broke the news this week. The company has introduced three new iPhones; the iPhone XS, XS Max, Xr which is a budget offering. Apart from iPhones, Apple has also introduced the Apple Watch Series 4. Motorola has introduced the Moto G6 Plus which was long overdue. Let’s have a look at the things that happened this week.  Continue reading “Weekly Roundup: Apple iPhone XS, XS Max, XR, Moto G6 Plus, OPPO F9, OnePlus Type-C Bullets and more”

Apple HomePod gets improved Siri integration, Spanish language support and more

Apple is adding new features to HomePod including the ability to search by lyrics, set multiple timers, make and receive phone calls and more. It is also bringing support for Spanish in the US, Spain, and Mexico, and expands support in Canada with Canadian French.
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Apple to roll out iOS 12, Watch OS 5 on September 17, macOS Mojave available starting September 24th

Apple has concluded the ‘Gather Around’ event after announcing the new iPhones, Apple Watch. Apart from these, the company has also announced the rollout schedule for the iOS 12, HomePod and tvOS 12 with Atmos and Watch OS and macOS Mojave which it introduced at WWDC. The rollout of the iOS 12 will start from September 17th, while the macOS Mojave will commence from September 24th. Continue reading “Apple to roll out iOS 12, Watch OS 5 on September 17, macOS Mojave available starting September 24th”

Apple Watch Series 4 with edge-to-edge curved display, ECG, Fall detection announced starting at $399

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Apple has kick started the ‘Gather Around’ event with Apple Watch Series 4 announcement. The new Apple Watch Series 4 packs a stunning new display with an edge-to-edge curved display to perfectly match the shape of the watch. The company says that the screen is over 30% larger than the predecessor.  Continue reading “Apple Watch Series 4 with edge-to-edge curved display, ECG, Fall detection announced starting at $399”

Apple iPhone XS, XS Max with up to 512GB storage, iPhone Xr in 6 colors surface on official site ahead of today’s announcement

Apple is scheduled to introduce new iPhones along with low-cost MacBook Air, Apple Watch, AirPods 2, and more at an event later today. Ahead of the official announcement, product sitemap of Apple website has more or less confirmed that the rumored 6.5-inch iPhone will indeed be called iPhone XS and will be available in various colors up to 512GB storage options.  Continue reading “Apple iPhone XS, XS Max with up to 512GB storage, iPhone Xr in 6 colors surface on official site ahead of today’s announcement”

Apple’s 2019 iPhones might not feature Time-of-Flight 3D Sensor: Kuo

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According to Ming-Chi Kuo, contrary to some analysts’ expectations, Apple is unlikely to integrate a time-of-flight (ToF) depth sensing system in 2019 iPhones. Reports regarding the rear-facing 3D sensing capabilities in 2019 iPhone lineup started surfacing last year. Continue reading “Apple’s 2019 iPhones might not feature Time-of-Flight 3D Sensor: Kuo”

Here’s what to expect from Apple’s iPhone event on September 12

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Apple recently scheduled ‘Gather Round’ special event on September 12th where the company is expected to introduce its new iPhones, iPad, MacBooks, Apple Watch, and much more. The company’s new iPhone line-up includes a 6.5-inch OLED iPhone XS Max, 5.8-inch OLED iPhone X successor – iPhone XS and a cheaper 6.1-inch LCD model called iPhone Xr all with a notch, Face ID with the gesture-based control system and new A12 processor.  Continue reading “Here’s what to expect from Apple’s iPhone event on September 12”

Apple files patent for Watch with larger OLED display, anti-burn-in solution

In a recent development, Cupertino giant Apple has filed two patent for bigger Apple Watch displays with curved edges and anti-burn-in solution for OLED displays. Continue reading “Apple files patent for Watch with larger OLED display, anti-burn-in solution”

Apple’s 2019 iPhones said to ditch In-display fingerprint scanner for TrueDepth Camera System

With iPhone X, Apple got rid of the fingerprint scanner, and replaced it with the TrueDepth Camera System for Face ID as a biometric authentication method. Having said that, the company is planning to follow the same strategy with the upcoming iPhone devices as well according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Continue reading “Apple’s 2019 iPhones said to ditch In-display fingerprint scanner for TrueDepth Camera System”

Apple reveals 95% iOS 11 adoption ahead of iOS 12 launch next week

Apple is dominating the headlines for past few weeks regarding the leaks, speculations about its upcoming iPhone series launch. However, this time, it’s for a different reason and it has to do with iOS adoption rate. Continue reading “Apple reveals 95% iOS 11 adoption ahead of iOS 12 launch next week”

List of Airtel VoLTE compatible Smartphones

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Following the launch in Mumbai, Airtel recently launched VoLTE services across rest of Maharashtra & Goa. With this option, now Airtel users can enjoy HD quality voice calls with faster call set up time compared to normal voice calls on their VoLTE-compatible 4G handsets. There will be no additional data charges for VoLTE and calls will be billed as per existing plan or packs benefits. Continue reading “List of Airtel VoLTE compatible Smartphones”

Apple launches free ‘Logic Board Repair Program’ for affected iPhone 8 users in several countries including India

Cupertino-giant, Apple has announced the launch of a ‘new logic board repair program’, according to which, the company will offer free repairs for iPhone 8 that are affected by problems. Continue reading “Apple launches free ‘Logic Board Repair Program’ for affected iPhone 8 users in several countries including India”

Apple acquires Akonia Holographics to strengthen AR portfolio

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In a recent development, the Cupertino giant Apple has acquired Akonia Holographics LLC, a startup displays for augmented-reality glasses. This acquisition is a big sign of Apple’s ambition towards the wearable device based on AR technology. Continue reading “Apple acquires Akonia Holographics to strengthen AR portfolio”

iPhone 2018: No Apple Pencil Support, 6.5-inch OLED and 6.1-inch LCD models could support dual SIMs in some regions

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Apple has reportedly scheduled an event in September, where the company is expected to launch new iPhones with an edge-to-edge screen design. According to the trusted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the yet-to-be-launched 2018 iPhone models will not support the Apple Pencil, since it spoils the good user experience. Continue reading “iPhone 2018: No Apple Pencil Support, 6.5-inch OLED and 6.1-inch LCD models could support dual SIMs in some regions”

Apple donates Rs. 7 crore to Kerala flood relief

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Apple on Saturday announced that it will be donating Rs 7 crore towards the ongoing relief work in Kerala. To remind you, Apple started accepting Mercy Corps Donations through the App Store and iTunes Store for Kerala floods. Users can donate up to $5, $10, $25, $50, $100, or $200, 100% of which goes to Mercy Corps.  Continue reading “Apple donates Rs. 7 crore to Kerala flood relief”