There have been serious rumours for months that Apple is working on Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality headsets, and many have anticipated that they will be introduced at WWDC 2022, which will take place on June 6th. However, Ming-Chi Kuo, a well-known Apple product analyst, believes that Apple’s AP/MR headsets, as well as a dedicated OS for them, will not be available until 2023. Continue reading “Apple’s AR/MR headsets not expected at WWDC 2022”
Apple’s annual Worldwide Developer’s Conference (WWDC 2022), is just over a week away. That’s the company’s annual software strategy conference. Included in this is Apple’s upcoming iOS 16. In his most recent column for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman discussed a few insights and made some predictions pertaining to things Apple. Continue reading “iOS 16 will bring always-on display support in iPhone 14 series: Report”
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that TSMC’s official roadmap for its silicon processes shows that its 3-nanometer or 4-nanometer production lines won’t be ready for full production until 2023. Another sign that the iPhone 14 series A16 processor will continue to be manufactured on the 5 nanometer technology only. Also, it’s obvious that the A16 chip will only be in the higher-end versions of the iPhone 14, while the A15 chip will stay in the lower-end versions. Continue reading “TSMC’s roadmap reveals ‘A16’ SoC for this year’s iPhones will only use 5nm process”
Apple has launched two additional Pride Edition bands featuring dynamic Pride watch faces in appreciation of the global LGBTQ+ community as well as the equality movement to mark Pride Month in June. Additionally, the corporation is introducing a new “Shot on iPhone” pride campaign on Instagram, which will constitute the core of worldwide LGBTQ+ artists and figures. Continue reading “Apple launches new Pride Edition bands for Apple Watch”
For a long time now, Apple has been increasingly dependent on Chinese facilities such as Foxconn, Pegatron, etc., for the manufacturing of its diverse product portfolio. But now, according to a Wall Street Journal report, it looks like the company is slowly looking to diversify its manufacturing plans by telling its suppliers and contract manufacturers to manufacture more in India and Southeast Asia. Continue reading “Apple reportedly focusing on manufacturing hub outside China”
Apple Music subscriptions for college students in a few countries, including India, would be slightly more expensive to purchase. The new prices for the Apple Music subscription for students are now shown on the company’s official website. It asserts that you can get the service for Rs. 59 per month. This seems to be an increase of more than 20% from the old monthly fee of Rs. 49. Continue reading “Apple Music student subscription pricing increased”
Despite rising U.S. inflation, smartphone shipments climbed in Q1 2022. Canalys, a worldwide technology market analyst organisation, reports that shipments climbed nearly 4% over last year. With this gain, Apple outsold its competitors in the U.S. Continue reading “Apple records 51% market share in the US in Q1 2022: Canalys”
Earlier this month, Apple stopped accepting debit or credit card payments for subscriptions and app purchases. Today, the company has confirmed the same and said that that it will only support UPI and Net Banking for adding funds to Apple ID, which can be used for such payments. Continue reading “Apple asks users to add UPI or Net Banking as it no longer accepts credit, debit cards for App Store payments, subscriptions in India”
With Apple’s WWDC22 just around the corner, fans can expect to see the first glimpses of iOS 16 and macOS 13 in the keynote presentation. Following the recent release of iOS 15.5 earlier this week, Apple is now releasing iOS 15.6 beta 1. For iOS 15, this is most likely the final big update while Apple unveils and releases iOS 16. Continue reading “Apple rolls out iOS and iPadOS 15.6 developer beta update”
Apple this week has not only updated its popular operating systems with iOS 15.5 with new features and security patches, but the firm also revealed a number of additional accessibility features that will be available later this year for the iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac ecosystems. Continue reading “Apple announces new accessibility features coming in 2022”
Apple made the announcement today that it would officially begin livestreaming select events on Apple Music. The first concert will be a performance by Harry Styles this coming Friday (May 20th, 2022) at the UBS Arena in New York City. To all intents and purposes, it is an album launch party for Styles, whose third album, Harry’s House, is being released on the same day. Continue reading “Apple Music set to livestream concerts, starting with Harry Styles”
According to a prominent Apple analyst named Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is reportedly testing electronic paper display (EPD) technology for potential implementation in future foldable versions of iPhones or iPads. Even though Apple foldable device lineup has yet to emerge. Continue reading “Apple reportedly testing E-Ink technology for foldables”
Apple has released the stable iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 update to users after weeks of beta testing among developers as well as public testers. These upgrades are currently rolling out to all users worldwide, providing their devices are compatible. Unlike iOS 15.4, iOS 15.5 is relatively unchanged. Continue reading “iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 brings Wallet, Podcast updates”
Over the last week, Ming-Chi Kuo and Bloomberg together reported that Apple will likely swap the iPhone from Lightning to USB-C charging as early as possible next year. However, it may also be logical to go over to USB-C at the same time that Apple gradually phases out Lightning ports for other existing products as well. Continue reading “Apple could move to USB-C for AirPods and other accessories”
A new Apple TV 4K model is expected to be released in the second half of 2022, according to renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, but it isn’t easy to decide whether it may be a “streaming box or HDMI stick”. In April 2021, Apple’s video streaming device got a much better processor, as well as a new and improved remote control. Continue reading “A cheaper Apple TV is expected to launch later this year”
