Apple released iOS 17.2, following the October release of iOS 17.1. This update brings security fixes, patches, and new features. Notable additions include the Journal app, spatial video capture on iPhone 15 Pro, Action button customizations, and updates to the Messages app. Continue reading “Apple rolls out iOS 17.2 with Journal app, Spatial recording and more”
Tata Group is gearing up to construct a massive iPhone assembly plant in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, aligning with Apple’s strategy to expand manufacturing in India. Continue reading “Tata to build India’s biggest iPhone factory in Tamil Nadu: Report”
Apple is planning a revamp of its iPad lineup in 2024, aiming to simplify choices and boost sales, according to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Initially, the iPad lineup had two main models, but over time, more options were added, leading to confusion for consumers. Continue reading “Apple to revamp iPad lineup in 2024 to boost sales: Report”
Earlier this week, Beeper introduced Beeper Mini, a new Android app designed exclusively for sending and receiving blue bubble messages with friends using iPhones. It is said that the company arrived at this solution by ingeniously reverse-engineering Apple’s protocol, saying that it connects directly to Apple’s service without any middleman. Continue reading “Apple blocks Beeper Mini due to privacy concerns”
A few days ago, Apple released the release candidate version of iOS 17.2, revealing support for the next-generation Qi2 wireless charging standard. Consequently, after the iPhone 15 series, iPhone 14, and 13 models will receive a software update enabling them to support the new wireless charging standard. Continue reading “iOS 17.2 to bring Qi2 wireless charging support for iPhone 13 and later”
Amkor Technology, a leading semiconductor packaging and test services provider, has unveiled plans for an advanced packaging and test facility in Peoria, Arizona. Apple has confirmed its pivotal role as the primary and largest customer for this forthcoming manufacturing hub.
Continue reading “Amkor to build US$ 2 billion Arizona facility, will package Apple Silicon chips”
Apple has announced the 2023 App Store Award winners, celebrating 14 apps and games that inspired creativity and offered enjoyable experiences. The winners, chosen by the App Store Editorial team, were recognized for technical innovation, user experience, and design. Continue reading “Apple App Store Awards: Best apps and games of 2023”
Taiwan’s Hon Hai Precision Industry, widely known as Foxconn, revealed its intention to invest nearly (New Taiwan) NT$50 billion (USD 1.59 billion) in India through its subsidiary, Foxconn Hon Hai Technology India Mega Development Private Ltd. Continue reading “iPhone-maker Foxconn to invest $1.6 billion in India”
The iPhone 16 Pro is set to feature Apple’s tetraprism 120 mm camera, driving demand for the technology in 2024, according to an Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The market’s estimate of Largan’s EPS for 2023/4Q23 is significantly lower than what the analyst, highlights in his report. Continue reading “iPhone 16 Pro to feature 120mm Tetraprism telephoto camera: Report”
Apple has announced its adoption of the RCS (Rich Communication Services) messaging standard, according to a 9to5Mac report. The update, expected “later next year,” follows Google’s call to the EU Commission to compel Apple to open iMessage for RCS compatibility. Continue reading “Apple plans to add RCS messaging support in 2024”
Ookla, renowned for its Speedtest Intelligence data, conducted a comprehensive review comparing the performance of Apple’s iPhone 15 series and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold5 and Flip5 models with their predecessors over 5G. The analysis covered 13 major markets, including India, Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Philippines, South Korea, Spain, UAE, UK, US, and Vietnam. Continue reading “Ookla speedtest: iPhone 15 series and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 / Flip5 5G performance in Q3 2023”
Apple introduced Emergency SOS via satellite with the iPhone 14 lineup last year in the US and Canada, and later expanded it to the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland. Continue reading “iPhone 14 users get 1-year free extension of Emergency SOS via satellite”
Apple is taking extra precautions with its upcoming iOS 18 update, reports tech analyst Mark Gurman at Bloomberg. This move comes after the company’s head of software engineering, Craig Federighi, decided to temporarily halt development to address quality concerns in initial versions. Continue reading “Apple plans to integrate Generative AI in iOS 18: Report”
Apple’s Swift Student Challenge, an annual competition for students to showcase creativity and coding skills, opens in February 2024. Since 2020, it has united students globally in using Swift, the programming language used by professionals, to create innovative apps. Continue reading “Apple Swift Student Challenge 2024 to begin in February”
Counterpoint Research’s Teardown and BoM Analysis Service reveals that the total bill of materials (BoM) cost for producing an 8GB+256GB iPhone 15 Pro Max is $37.7. This marks an 8% increase compared to the 6GB+256GB iPhone 14 Pro Max launched last year. Continue reading “iPhone 15 Pro Max’s BoM cost is 8% more than 14 Pro Max: Counterpoint”
