HyperDrive USB Type-C Hub for 2016 MacBook Pro has HDMI, 2 USB 3.0 and USB Type-C ports

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Apple introduced new MacBook Pro models at an event last week. The 13-inch and 15-inch models with Touch Bar has four Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) ports and the entry-level 13-inch model without Touch Bar has two of these ports. Since these don’t have a HDMI or USB Type-A ports, you need a separate hub even for charging Apple devices. Continue reading “HyperDrive USB Type-C Hub for 2016 MacBook Pro has HDMI, 2 USB 3.0 and USB Type-C ports”

Apple iOS 10.2 public beta with new emojis, wallpapers and more released

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Apple has released new iOS 10.2 public beta for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. The latest release comes with new features such as emojis, wallpapers and more. Continue reading “Apple iOS 10.2 public beta with new emojis, wallpapers and more released”

Apple AirPods launch now tipped for January 2017

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When Apple announced its wireless AirPods, it kept the shipping timeline for late October. But last week, due to some undisclosed reason, the Cupertino giant officially delayed the launch but didn’t announce any other time frame. Continue reading “Apple AirPods launch now tipped for January 2017”

Apple hikes MacBook price by up to Rs. 10000 in India

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Apple introduced 12-inch MacBook with metal body and fanless design last year for Rs. 99,900 (MRP) for the base version and Rs. 1,19,900 for the enhanced version. Earlier this year it upgraded it with new sixth-generation dual-core Intel Core M processor with Intel HD Graphics 515, faster flash storage and new Rose Gold color that is priced at Rs. 1,06,900 (MRP) for the base version and Rs. 1,29,900 (MRP) for the enhanced version. Continue reading “Apple hikes MacBook price by up to Rs. 10000 in India”

Next generation iPhone to sport OLED display, says Sharp CEO

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Since the beginning of this year we have heard reports and rumors about Apple going with OLED display for next year’s iPhone. Now, Apple’s switch from LCD to OLED has been confirmed by Sharp’s CEO and President Jeng-wu Tai.

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Worldwide tablet market declined 14.7% YoY in Q3 2016, Apple maintains lead: IDC

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The worldwide tablet market continued to fall as vendors shipped 43 million units in the third quarter of 2016 (3Q16), a year-over-year decline of 14.7%, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Tablet Tracker.
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Apple Final Cut Pro X gets redesigned UI, magnetic timeline, Touch Bar support and more

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Yesterday Apple unveiled new MacBook Pro with Touch Bar and Touch ID. The company also announced a major update for its professional video editing app, Final Cut ProX which now comes with new editing features for the Magnetic Timeline, support for the Touch Bar and a redesigned UI with full support for wide colour workflows. Continue reading “Apple Final Cut Pro X gets redesigned UI, magnetic timeline, Touch Bar support and more”

New MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, Touch ID launched, prices start from Rs. 1,55,900 in India

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If you haven’t heard the news yet, there’s a new Macbook Pro out. Marking the 25th anniversary of Apple’s portable computers, the new laptops integrate a brand new  multi-touch enabled Touch Bar that replaces the function key row.  Continue reading “New MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, Touch ID launched, prices start from Rs. 1,55,900 in India”

Apple introduces new lower-end 13-inch MacBook Pro without Touch Bar, starts at Rs. 1,29,900

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Along with the new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Pro models, Apple has also introduced new lower-end model on the MacBook Pro without Touch Bar and TouchID. This has the same trackpad, backlit keys and Stereo speakers, but this has only two Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports for power or other connectivity such as VGA, Ethernet and more through separate adapters. This is also thinner and lighter than the previous generation 13-inch MacBook Pro. Continue reading “Apple introduces new lower-end 13-inch MacBook Pro without Touch Bar, starts at Rs. 1,29,900”

Apple TV gets updated: new TV app, Minecraft and more coming later this year

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Apple today at its “Hello Again” keynote event announced quite a few updates for its Apple TV box alongside the new Macbook Pro models. Continue reading “Apple TV gets updated: new TV app, Minecraft and more coming later this year”

Apple finally announces new MacBook Pro, comes with Touch Bar and TouchID

The much awaited MacBook  overhaul is finally here. Apple’s “Hello Again” event in Cupertino saw the unveiling of the brand new MacBook Pro models.

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Apple’s new 2016 MacBook pro is completely redesigned and according to Phil Schiller, the new MBP is ‘incredibly extreme’ with metal on all the sides. Continue reading “Apple finally announces new MacBook Pro, comes with Touch Bar and TouchID”

Apple iPhone sales in India up over 50% in FY 2016

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Apple just reported revenue of $46.9 billion with a net profit of $9 billion, down 23% YoY in their earnings for the financial year Q4 2016 that ended September 24, 2016. The company CEO Tim Cook said in earnings call that iPhone sales in India are up 50% in fiscal 2016 compared to the prior year. Continue reading “Apple iPhone sales in India up over 50% in FY 2016”

Apple reports first annual revenue decline in 15 years, iPhone sales fall for third consecutive quarter

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Apple has reported revenue of $46.9 billion with a net profit of $9 billion, down 23% YoY in their earnings for the financial year Q4 2016 that ended September 24, 2016. Revenues were down 9.8% year-on-year for the  and earnings per share were $1.67. It sold 45.5 million iPhones, 9.3 million iPads, and 4.9 million Macs during its fiscal fourth quarter of 2016. Continue reading “Apple reports first annual revenue decline in 15 years, iPhone sales fall for third consecutive quarter”

Apple Macbook Pro 2016 with OLED touch panel leaked in images before October 27 launch

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Apple’s much awaited upgrade of the Macbook Pro has been up in rumours from quite some time. The Cupertino giant has even scheduled an event for this Thursday, October 27th, where it is expected to officially launch the new notebook. But before we could get to the launch day, the purported renders of the anticipated Apple Macbook Pro have been leaked on the web. Continue reading “Apple Macbook Pro 2016 with OLED touch panel leaked in images before October 27 launch”