Category: Apple

Apple introduces new MacBook Air with 13.3-inch Retina display, Touch ID fingerprint sensor, 8th gen Intel Core processor starting at $1199

MacBook Air

Apple has introduced an all-new MacBook Air as expected. The latest 2018 edition MacBook Air sports a 13.3-inch Retina display and for the first time, it also comes with Touch ID that is supported with the T2 security chipset. The Apple MacBook Air comes with 3rd gen Butterfly keyboard, a spacious Force Touch trackpad, faster SSDs, wide stereo sound.
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iOS 12.1 with group FaceTime, 70 new Emojis, eSIM support for iPhone XS, XS Max, XR coming today

Apple today announced the roll out of iOS 12.1 from today as expected which brings features including Group FaceTime, more than 70 new emoji to iPhone and iPad. Thanks to Group FaceTime, you can chat with up to 2-32 users at the same time. The iOS 12.1 also brings Depth Control in real-time preview and Dual SIM support to iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR customers.
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Halide camera app to bring portrait mode support for objects and pets on iPhone XR

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The low-cost iPhone XR features some decent hardware including face unlock, edge-to-edge design, A12 Bionic chipset and more. However, when compared to the iPhone X, XS, XS Max, it falls short due to the lack of proper Portrait mode. It currently only works on people and not objects. However, the developers of popular camera app Halide, have found depth data on the iPhone XR and can enable Portrait mode for non-people. Continue reading “Halide camera app to bring portrait mode support for objects and pets on iPhone XR”

Qualcomm says Apple still owes $7 billion in device royalty payments

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Qualcomm Inc. in its ongoing federal dispute with Apple on October 26th, in a San Diego federal court, said that the Cupertino company is $7 billion behind in patent royalty payments to the mobile chip firm. While this claim doesn’t mean that Apple owes Qualcomm that much, but reveals the scale of fines in the legal dispute. Continue reading “Qualcomm says Apple still owes $7 billion in device royalty payments”

New icon in iOS hints at iPad Pro with no home button, slim bezels and more; iOS 12.1 with eSIM functionality could launch tomorrow

Apple iPad Pro

Back during iOS 12 beta 5, we have seen an icon that indicated the iPad with no Home button, rounded corner, and no notch. It was a small icon designed to be used in the battery widget. However, now we are getting to see more details and clearer look at the 2018 iPad Pro redesigned within iOS.  Continue reading “New icon in iOS hints at iPad Pro with no home button, slim bezels and more; iOS 12.1 with eSIM functionality could launch tomorrow”

Apple iPhone XR teardown reveals large rectangular battery, modular SIM card reader

Apple iPhone XR smartphone went on sale few hours back in over several countries and territories globally. As usual, folks at iFixit have already managed to grab the iPhone and have given at a teardown treatment as usual. We already know that the iPhone XR has a 2942mAh battery. The teardown reveals an 11.16Wh battery (2,944 mAh at 3.79V), which is bigger than the iPhone XS’s battery, but it is slightly smaller than the 3,179mAh battery on the iPhone XS Max. It is thicker since it packs more juice.

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Apple and Samsung fined $5.7 million each by Italian anti-trust watchdog over slowing down phones

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Italy’s anti-trust watchdog has fined Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics 5 million euros ($5.7 million) each over reports suggesting both the companies slowed down their phones through software updates. the Cupertino company was hit with an additional 5 million euro fine for failing to give clear information about how to maintain or eventually replace handset batteries. Continue reading “Apple and Samsung fined $5.7 million each by Italian anti-trust watchdog over slowing down phones”

Apple to introduce iPad Mini, iPad Pro, AirPods 2 with Hey-Siri, updated MacBooks and more on October 30th: Kuo

Apple iPad Pro

Apple has scheduled an event on October 30th but ahead of the launch, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo shared some details on what to expect from the event as well as information on other products that we might see from Apple in late 2018 or early 2019. According to Kuo, there will be an updated iPad Mini along with the regular Pro model.  Continue reading “Apple to introduce iPad Mini, iPad Pro, AirPods 2 with Hey-Siri, updated MacBooks and more on October 30th: Kuo”

iOS 12.1 will improve selfie quality on the iPhone XS and XR

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Ever since Apple launched the iPhone XS, it has been criticized for its front-camera for overly smoothening skin. Though Apple has always insisted it doesn’t use any beautification filters, whatever may be the case, the issue definitely exits. However, Apple acknowledged the criticism and said that it will fix this issue with iOS 12.1 update. Continue reading “iOS 12.1 will improve selfie quality on the iPhone XS and XR”

Apple iPhone XR Red Edition Unboxing and Photo Gallery

Apple introduced the iPhone XR last month, along with the iPhone Xs and the Xs Max. It started pre-orders for the smartphone in several countries, including India last week. Here have the unboxing and the photo gallery of the (PRODUCT) RED edition of the smartphone.

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Apple iPhone XR now available for pre-order in India from Airtel with Rs. 14999 down payment and Amazon

Apple introduced the iPhone XR last month, and as promised the company started pre-orders for the smartphone in several countries, including India. The phone will go on sale in 50 countries from October 26 at Rs. 76,900 (MRP) for 64GB, Rs. 81,900 (MRP) for 128GB and Rs. 91,900 (MRP) for 256GB through Apple Authorised Resellers as well as online stores. Continue reading “Apple iPhone XR now available for pre-order in India from Airtel with Rs. 14999 down payment and Amazon”

Apple integrates top apps within Siri Shortcuts to make them easier to use

Siri Shortcuts

Apple has announced that top apps are integrated within the Siri Shortcuts making apps even easier to use with a simple tap or by asking Siri. Apple announced Siri Shortcuts at the WWDC event and uses powerful on-device intelligence to help users get things done faster.
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Apple schedules special event on October 30, New iPad Pro, Macbooks and more expected

Apple has officially announced its October 30th event, teasing ‘There’s more in the making’, after several rumors. The event takes place at Howard Gilman Opera House in New York City. Apple is expected to announce redesigned iPad Pro, new Mac, Mac mini, iMac and more.
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Apple unveils new Beats Studio 3 Wireless ‘Skyline’ Collection and Limited Edition Mickey Mouse Beats Solo 3 wireless headphones

Apple Beats 3 Mickey Mouse

Apple has introduced the Beats Studio 3 Wireless ‘Skyline’ collection with a selection of new color options. The new Skyline collection comes in Crystal Blue, Desert Sand, Midnight Black, and Shadow Grey colors featuring gold accents with a gold beats logo and gold band.  Continue reading “Apple unveils new Beats Studio 3 Wireless ‘Skyline’ Collection and Limited Edition Mickey Mouse Beats Solo 3 wireless headphones”

Apple iPad Pro 2018 said to feature same resolutions as 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch models, will not have headphone jack

Apple iPad Pro

Apple is likely to introduce the iPad Pro 2018 at an event which might happen later this month. The Cupertino giant is said to be testing the new models internally over the past few months. What’s interesting about the new iPad Pro models is that the new models appear to have the same display resolutions as the latest 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch models. Continue reading “Apple iPad Pro 2018 said to feature same resolutions as 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch models, will not have headphone jack”