Apple may take Face ID to the next level, scan retinas for increased security
Apple might take Face ID to the next level in an upcoming device update as new patent filings with the European Patent Office show the company exploring retina scanning. Face ID is already extremely secure, but retina scanning might bring an additional layer of enhanced security to the platform.
PC sales slide 5 percent in 2019 and they’re taking Apple with them
Overall PC sales declined nearly five percent in the first three months of this year, according to new research from Gartner, but it wasn't bad news for everyone. While Apple, Acer, and Asus, saw declining sales by up to 13 percent, Lenovo, HP, and Dell all increased their market share by notable margins.
Apple to break apart iTunes in MacOS, introduce music, podcasts, and TV apps
With the next release of MacOS, Apple is rumored to finally distribute iTunes' multitude of tasks and features across separate apps including music, podcasts, and TV. The new applications will likely be similar to their iOS counterparts, being based on the company's Marzipan technology.
The future of MacBook displays? Mini-LED, says a new report
Apple's next iMacs and MacBooks could be a bit different. The company could ditch LCD retina screens in favor of much more vibrant mini LED panels. which offer wider-color gamuts, higher contrast ratios, as well as high-dynamic ranges. That's all according to a research note from Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
Got a new iPad? Whether it’s a Mini or a Pro, here are 10 key settings to change
For the first time in a while, Apple has a completely refreshed lineup of iPads, from a new iPad Mini and iPad Air, to the $330 iPad and the powerful iPad Pro. If you just bought one, here are 10 key settings to change. Take a little time to customize your new iPad and tweak the settings to suit you.
Don’t expect to see Apple’s new 16-inch MacBook Pro until 2021
The new rumored 16-inch Apple MacBook Pro might not be released this year after all. Instead, it seems as though the new laptop will not arrive at the hands of Apple fans until as late as 2021, according to a fresh note from the well-respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
Get this 5K retina display iMac with a 1TB Fusion Drive from B&H for $300 off
You can now get a 2017 5K Retina Display iMac for less than $2,000. B&H is selling a $300 discount on Apple’s two year old all-in-one desktop computer. This deal gets you a 2017 iMac with a 27-inch display and 1TB of storage. B&H is also offering an SSD version of the same iMac at a $200 discount.
Students reportedly scam Apple out of nearly $1 million with fake iPhones
Chinese students living in the United States managed to scam Apple out of nearly $1 million by exchanging counterfeit iPhones for real ones. Apple's replacement policy allowed the scammers to trade-in devices that didn't start up for new phones, which were then sold for a profit in China.
Huawei is reportedly open to being Apple’s 5G modem supplier
Huawei has traditionally only developed chipsets and other tech for its own smartphones. A new report, however, suggests that might soon change -- Huawei is reportedly "open" to supplying Apple with 5G modems, something that Apple may be in need of, considering its other options.
Netflix for iOS suddenly stops working with Apple AirPlay after 6 years
Netflix for iOS suddenly no longer supports Apple's AirPlay, preventing iPhone and iPad owners from instantly playing the content on their TVs. The feature had been available since 2013, but it has been removed due to technical limitations, according to a document on the official Netflix website.
One-day-only Best Buy sale brings price of MacBook Air down to $950
If you've been thinking of purchasing a new Apple laptop recently, today is your day to head to the store. Best Buy is currently running a one-day-only sale on the new 2018 MacBook Air, bringing prices to as low as $950 on the base model, and $1,100 on a model with additional storage space.
Is Amazon making headphones to compete with the Apple’s AirPods?
Amazon is reportedly working on Alexa-enabled wireless headphones to compete with Apple's AirPods, the new Powerbeats Pro, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds. The new true wireless model will let you bring Alexa anywhere and may come out in the fall.
Apple permanently drops the price of its HomePod to $299
After getting into the smart speaker market late and with a premium price tag, Apple is finally cutting the cost of its HomePod. The company is dropping $50 off the retail price for the smart speaker. It now retails for $299, which is still considerably more than most of its competition.
Apple AirPods, Bose, and Jabra Elite wireless earbuds are all on sale right now
Wireless earbuds have improved a lot in the past couple years. The best ones haven’t gotten a lot cheaper, though, so deals are always welcome. A few of our favorite wireless earbuds are on sale right now – including the first-gen Apple AirPods and models from Jabra and Bose.
Huawei P30 Pro vs. Apple iPhone XS Max: Can two lenses beat four?
Huawei is busy making a name for itself by delivering consistently great Android phones, and it has got most other manufacturers worried. All except one. Apple may no longer be capable of fear, but can the mighty P30 Pro teach the iPhone XS Max how to be scared again? We found out which was better.
Logitech’s Slim Folio Pro can give your iPad Pro a smoother typing experience
Logitech wants to make the iPad Pro typing experience a little better. The company announced the Logitech Slim Folio Pro, which is a new keyboard for the iPad Pro that offers a range of features, including a slot for the Apple Pencil, backlit keys, and a row of iOS shortcut keys.
Newly discovered code hints at future Apple Music Chromecast support
A few new lines of code found in the latest release of Apple Music for Android has some speculating that Chromecast (and Google Home) compatibility may be in the not-so-distant future for Apple's streaming music service. It's a move that would be consistent with many of its other recent announcements.
Get a free Apple TV 4K when you commit to four months of DirecTV Now
DirecTV Now had a bad fourth quarter in 2018, losing 250,000 subscribers, but the company is back in the fight with a new offer: It will give you a free Apple TV 4K if you sign up and pay for a minimum of four months of service.
Enter to win new Mujjo leather wallet cases for the iPhone XS
We’ve teamed up with Mujjo, maker of some of the best iPhone covers, to give five lucky Digital Trends readers a chance to win a bundle of premium leather iPhone XS and XS Max wallet cases. Read on to find out more about Mujjo’s products and how you can enter to win some.
Digital Trends Live: iPhone leaks, Facebook tax, and How to be Alone
On episode 98 of Digital Trends Live, Greg Nibler discussed trending tech topics like iPhone leaks and Microsoft doing away with April Fool's Day pranks. He also welcomed comedian Lane Moore to the show to talk about her book, How to Be Alone.
Hang on to your Lightning cables: Apple just canceled AirPower
When Apple unveiled the iPhone X, the company finally dipped its toes into the world of wireless charging, announcing support for the Qi wireless standard. In addition, the company also unveiled its own AirPower wireless charging mat. Now, however, that wireless charging pad has been cancelled.
The iPad Mini, Apple’s tiny tablet, makes a return with powerful specs
It's been a long time since we've seen an entry in the iPad Mini range, but the wait and rumors are finally over -- Apple has revealed the iPad Mini. With all-new and upgraded specs, support for the Apple Pencil, and many new features, here's everything you need to know about the iPad Mini.
Twitter’s dark mode automatically activates to ease your eyes
Not a fan of Twitter's dark blue "dark" mode? The updated version begins rolling out today with a black background and the option to automatically activate dark mode when it's dark outside. The update comes after the Twitter CEO promised a fix. Here's how to use Twitter's dark mode.
Huawei P30 vs. Galaxy S10 vs. iPhone XS: Which small flagship is best?
The Huawei P30 is the smaller handset in Huawei's new flagship range, but it's no less powerful for it. It may not live up to the Pro, but how does the P30 fare when it's pitted against the powerful Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Apple iPhone XS? We decided to find out and pick an overall winner.
Despite design changes, Apple has not fixed problems with MacBook keyboards
Apple is facing some criticism for the keyboard design on its lineup of laptops. Despite the introduction of a new and improved third-generation butterfly keyboard, the company is now apologizing to a "small number" of users who are still complaining about non-responsive and sticking keys on newer MacBook models.
Apple News Plus gives you access to more than 300 magazines for $10 per month
At Apple's services event, the company unveiled a new news subscription service called Apple News Plus. The service gives you access to over 300 magazines and newspapers, including the likes of National Geographic, Wired, The Wall Street Journal, and more. Apple News Plus costs $10 per month.
Photoshop is headed to the iPad Pro, but is a tablet enough for photographers?
Adobe is bringing Photoshop to the iPad -- but are tablets ready to tackle the more complex photo edits? While Photoshop isn't yet available for the iPad, we added an iPad Pro to our photography workflow to see how the tablet holds up, from image importing to touchscreen local adjustments.
Save $400 when you grab this 15-inch 2018 MacBook Pro on Amazon
Apple product devotees can now snag a 15-inch 2018 MacBook Pro at a $400 discount from Amazon. The latest version of the MacBook Pro offers a retina display, Thunderbolt 3 ports, its unique Touch Bar feature, and Apple’s new security feature the T2 Chip, among many other features.
Judge recommends U.S. iPhone import ban for infringing on Qualcomm patents
Just a few weeks after a San Diego judge found that Apple infringed on three Qualcomm-owned patents, an International Trade Commission judge has found that Apple infringed on another Qualcomm patent -- and recommended an import ban on certain iPhone models in the U.S.
Need true wireless earbuds? Apple’s last-gen AirPods are discounted on Amazon
Just as anticipated, Apple's last generation AirPods, which feature much of the same technology as the recently announced model, are getting discounted on Amazon. If you've been looking for a pair of Apple's popular true wireless earbuds, now is the perfect time to get your hands on them.
Here are all the places that support Apple Pay
Apple Pay is growing and growing. Not only is the mobile payment tech available for use through dozens of locations in the U.S., but it's also available in countries around the world. Keeping track of all the countries and locations that support the app can be hard -- so we've put together this list.
Get a new 2018 Apple MacBook Air for $1,000 with Amazon’s latest sale
If you've been thinking of buying a new Apple laptop, you might want to consider picking up the 2018 MacBook Air. Online retailer Amazon is currently running a discount on select models of the laptop, and you can bring one home starting at $1,000 -- a full $200 off the usual price.
The best iOS 12 features
Apple has officially released the final version of its latest operating system, iOS 12, after months of beta programs. From app updates to grouped notifications and ARKit 2.0, there are a ton of new features you'll want to try out. Here's our exhaustive list of all the features you'll find in iOS 12.
Apple Arcade might be the new game subscription service worth signing up for
Apple will launch Apple Arcade -- a game subscription service with cross-platform support for iOS, Mac, and Apple TV -- this fall. At launch, the service will feature more than 100 exclusive games, with more added to the service regularly. Pricing details have not been revealed.