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27/01/2023

Sometime this year, the new Mac Pro should come out. Optimistic predictions place estimates around this spring, whilst more conservative estimations this fall to be more likely. One thing is ensured: The device won't be modular or very upgradeable.

27/01/2023

Apple views the release of it's next chip-generation as another chance to even more clearly differentiate itself from the rest of the market. This perspective is resulting in significant change for the company. The entire chip-team's efforts are now to target development of the next generation of A/...

25/01/2023

Even some 2007 Macs can run macOS Ventura that way

The official system requirements for macOS Ventura have ended support for models released in 2016 or earlier, as Apple has done away with many of the old drivers. However, an open-source project targeted on Macs from 2007 or later hopes to confront the matter head on.

24/01/2023

Word has been out for some time that WhatsApp is working on a native Mac version. After the closed beta phase via TestFlight, there's now an open beta version available for all users. Now, interested users can test the messenger out on Mac.

24/01/2023

There's also an important update for the Mac – macOS 13.2 is now available for immediate download. The second update for Ventura underwent a very short beta phase and comes with a well-arranged number of innovations.

23/01/2023

A lot of stuff to install!

The next round of afternoon updates has finally arrived, as Apple comes out with software updates for iPhones, iPads, the Apple Watch, and the Apple TV. There's even a new OS version for the HomePod mini. Get a summary of the most important improvements here.

23/01/2023

Mark Gurman just released another round of his weekly newsletter, covering multiple topics – and two very important points: The future of HomePod's smaller cousin and Apple's plans for the iPad Pro. Some big innovations are pending for the latter, but we'll need to wait some time until they can be...

20/01/2023

Apple invited select journalists to an internal event where it presented the new HomePod – guests were provided the opportunity to construct a first impression of the recent second generation of the smart speaker.

20/01/2023

Without any warning, Twitter axed all third party clients.

After a few days of speculation, it's now certain that the recent outage of all external Twitter apps was neither a coincidence nor a technical problem. Instead, Twitter has now forbid third-party developers from operating Twitter clients from now on.

20/01/2023

The third generation of Apple's Mac chips

Although Apple hasn't quite managed to maintain the exact yearly-cycle with its M-chips as it has with its A-chips, the company has surely made some progress despite the delays. The first M3 macs are apparently already undergoing preparation for a fall debut.

19/01/2023

Intel Mac mini gone – Mac mini M1 gone

This week, Apple did more than just start a new chapter and release Macs with new M2 variants, it also went so far as to close an old chapter. The Intel Mac mini is now history. Interestingly enough, the Mac mini M1 is also gone – despite Cupertino frequently letting older Macs remain in the line...

19/01/2023

First benchmarks are in!

Although the recently presented Macs with the M2 Pro and M2 Max have yet to hit the market, several benchmark tests have already begun to circulate – as is usually the case. Apple technically forbids early testers from releasing bencharks, but they rarely obey and often find themselves enriching ...

18/01/2023

Surprisingly, Apple just presented a new HomePod – making for the classic model's comeback. For those that remember, the original HomePod was removed from the Apple lineup after a persistent lack of success – with only the HomePod mini left. Now, there are 2 models again – with Apple taking...

18/01/2023

After a long wait, the new performance versions of the MacBook Pro and the Mac mini have arrived. The devices are available in M2 Pro/Max and M2 Pro configurations respectively. We'll reveal the most recent announcements and our editorial opinion in the remainder of this article.

17/01/2023

The first revisions to the MacBook Pro 14"/16", introduced 15 months ago, have now made their debut before hitting the market. Apple has withdrawn the curtain and revealed the devices' improvements and what customers can expect.

17/01/2023

The Mac Pro is coming this year – that much is essentially certain. However, speculation about the device's release date is already brewing: Some reports estimate a spring release, others, a fall. Mark Gurman indicates that a release could come earlier than expected.

17/01/2023

2023 is the year that Apple will finally release the 2019 Mac Pro's progeny – and this much is for sure. Bloomberg recently reported that the device should ship with the housing of its Intel forebearer, and the upgradeability of the device's RAM will be limited.

17/01/2023

Tim Cook's compensation package increased considerably during 2021 and 2022 – but per Cook's wish and that of shareholders, the company is reducing the CEO's salary significantly for 2023. Despite this, Cook should still be far from hungering.

18/11/2022

The article's increase in value has proven itself to be impressive, as Steve Jobs' former personal Birkenstock sandals continued to increase in price during auction before their eventual sale. For collectors, it's much more than a simple shoe – it's a symbol for the young Apple founder.

18/11/2022

Qualcomm has announced the new Snapdragon series – the name of it's own in-house ARM processors for Smartphones. The release promises groundbreaking performance data – but how do things look in comparison to Apple's A16 or A15?

13/10/2022

The iPhone SE still trails behind the flagship models regarding several technical aspects. According to one new report, Apple may implement a larger panel with the traditional notch for the pending model. Whether or not this will include Face ID remains to be seen.

13/10/2022

Yet again, we are witnessing the beginning of Apple's intensive testing process for a system version, the release for which is still quite a way into the future. As is likely the case, such occurrences in the past have traditionally indicated brewing innovations and new features.

05/10/2022

Apple values Face ID as a superior technology to Touch ID. However, a fingerprint sensor is a more practical alternative in some situations. Despite continued speculation, Mark Gurman considers a Touch ID comeback to Apple's flagship iPhones almost entirely unlikely.

19/09/2022

Apple is already working on iOS 16.1 – and the first beta takes on several features which the company revealed in June. Some features, however, are entirely new. Additionally, the battery percent display on the home screen will arrive for all models.

05/09/2022

According to a recent report, Apple plans to produce the standard M2 in the 5-nm production process, whereas the M2 Pro, Max, and Ultra will all see production in the 3-nm process. However, as per Ming-Chio Kuo, it doesn't look as if this will be the case – and official statements from TSMC back ...

05/09/2022

Apple just updated a version of iOS released 4 years ago – for both iPhone and iPad. There are several essential security improvements, which is why we advise users still running iOS 12 to install the updates ASAP.

04/07/2022

The first iPhone arrived on the market 15 years ago and was released in the US in June 2007. Although Apple was not the first to invent the product category, it did help to pioneer touch operated devices and was the first to recreate the category and launch a widely successful product.

04/07/2022

With iOS 16, the next major release for the coming fall is in the works. However, users of an iPhone 8 or X may need to set some limits to their anticipations, as many new features will be exclusive to newer devices.

11/05/2022

It's incredibly easy to quickly spend a ton of money on in-app purchases. It's no different in the iOS App Store. Both Apple and developers have a great deal of interest in invested in easy processing or purchases. However, who carries the morale burden when the underaged find themselves taken advan...

11/05/2022

When Apple's in-house processors enter the discussion, the conversation normally focuses on their efficiency and performance. Feral, a company known for porting games to the Mac for the last 2 decades also points to some other implications for the company's new chip-hardware.

09/05/2022

On June 6th, the time will have come for Apple to yet again announce countless novelties and upcoming plans and projects. Some topics are considered certain and things should heat up as far as hardware is concerned. New Macs and along with an entirely new platform are possible.

06/05/2022

On average, iPhones are considerably more expensive than their Android counterparts, with users of the latter often jokingly stereotyping Apple customers as "spoiled". However, is it possible to prove the stereotype of demanding Apple customers? A study recently tried, and the results are clear.

08/04/2022

After a short relaxation, the delivery times in the Mac sector are currently looking worse again - this even affects models that were previously available immediately, such as the MacBook Air. Longer waiting times are also to be expected for other Macs.

04/04/2022

When an iPhone is stolen or lost, its owner can deactivate or "lock" it via the "Find My" network. In these cases, Apple refuses to do repairs of stolen or lost devices. Now, another measure is taking place to ensure that stolen or lost devices can't be reappropriated.

11/03/2022

The iPhone SE stands at the lower end of Apple's iPhone lineup and Cupertino was recently kind enough to upgrade the device, releasing a third generation. The company has followed the established release tradition of a current chip in older housing.

09/03/2022

Apple did not present any follow up to the 27" iMac yesterday – and given how things are looking now, it appears as if there won't be any more "big iMac". The model has disappeared from the line up and a statement during the event has destroyed all hope for a comeback.

09/03/2022

More than impressive – not so much the design, but the performance

The current most powerful M1 Mac is now the Mac Studio – as multiple sources already predicted before the desktop computer's release yesterday. Despite the device's compact design, it still easily satisfies the high-end performance margins.

07/03/2022

WhatsApp has been hard at work on a special iPad app for quite some time now but its release date is still unknown. Its sister company, Instagram (another Meta subsidiary), however, isn't planning any tablet specific port of the app for Apple devices. The reasoning? Well, it's a little bit strange.....

14/02/2022

Apple is tackling a hug issue

There's a big problem surrounding the AirTags. Stalking. Unfortunately, Apple's new "smart tracker" is very convenient for more than just finding your lost coffee cup – it can also easily be used for more nefarious purposes such as victim tracking. Apple hopes to put a stop to this and has announ...

14/02/2022

This could change the payment industry

At least in the USA, it'll soon be possible to pay at businesses from iPhone to iPhone. Every other NFC compatible payment method will also be supported. Now that "Tap to Pay" is available in the iOS 15.4 beta, more details have come to light.