Apple self-driving car found not to be at fault after being rear-ended
One of Apple's self-driving cars has been involved in an accident with a Nissan Leaf. The autonomous car was moving at low speed while attempting to merge into traffic when it was rear-ended by the driving of the Leaf. It was found not to be at fault, according to a report.
Apple reportedly hiring augmented reality team to work on Maps app
Apple may be leveraging augmented reality (AR) to help give its Maps app a boost. Connecting several separate Apple job postings together reveals that Apple is looking for qualified candidates with familiarity with Apple Maps and augmented reality, suggesting that an AR-enabled Apple Maps is coming.
Apple patent hints at smarter charging for a potential wireless pad
Apple has published a new patent that could help pave the way for smarter wireless charging. The patent describes a wireless charger that can detect when foreign objects like coins are present and then either transmit less power, or turn off completely -- preventing those foreign objects from heating up.
Apple AR glasses: News and rumors about ‘Project Mirrorshades’
Apple has already conquered the mobile phone industry, so what's next? Well, it looks like the tech giant is setting its sights on AR. Apple is reportedly working on a device code-named Project Mirrorshades that will introduce AR glasses to the masses. Here's everything we know about Apple's AR glasses.
Huawei overtakes Apple as the second-largest smartphone seller
According to a new report from Gartner, Huawei has officially taken Apple's spot as the second-largest smartphone seller in the world -- though considering the fact that Apple is about to release a slew of new iPhones, it's unlikely Huawei will stay in that spot for long.
A dual-screen MacBook concept shows how Apple could ditch the keyboard
Turkish designer Furkan Kasap's futuristic MacBook Pro concept MacBook Pro shows how Apple could get rid of the keyboard -- and its woes with sticky keys -- by going with a dual-screen design. Kasap replaces the physical keyboard with a dynamic touchscreen keyboard and multitasking windows in a clean interface.
Google Duo is finally coming to iOS and Android tablets
Google Duo was released two years ago as Google's new video messaging app, but now the app is finally gaining a feature that could help make it much more used -- support for Android and iOS tablets. With the support for tablets, the app will get a customized tablet user interface, and more.
YouTube is making it easier to track how much time you spend watching videos
Google is making it easier to track how long you spend watching videos on YouTube. It has updated the YouTube app on Android and iOS to now feature a new Time Watched section, which tells you how long you've spent watching videos over the past week, and offers settings to tweak your watching habits.
Apple’s original computer expected to fetch more than $300K at auction
If you want a rare piece of Apple history, it will cost you more than $300,000. That's the expected price that a fully functional Apple-1 computer will fetch in an auction slated for September. The Apple-1 is Apple's very first PC, it's estimated that only 60 units are in existence today.
Let Google’s A.I. make a mini version of you with Minis for Gboard
Looking for a more personal flair in your favorite messaging app? Minis for Gboard allows you to get that personal edge, creating an A.I. generated version of you from just a selfie. With over a quadrillion personalization options available, Gboard for iOS and Android gives a new way to express yourself.
Fossil adds Noonlight’s emergency feature to its latest lineup of smartwatches
Fossil teamed up with safety platform Noonlight to bring an emergency feature to its fourth- generation lineup of Wear OS smartwatches. If there's ever an emergency, you can activate it by tapping on the watch face which will alert Noonlight's certified dispatchers to send help to your current location.
Apple Store Kyoto: Step inside the new retail space in Japan’s ancient capital
Yes there was hootin', yes there was hollerin', and yes there was high-fivin'. Apple opened its first store in Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto on Saturday, August 25, offering a modern contrast to the city's storied history, and thousands went along to check it out — Digital Trends included.
Hack affects 2 million T-Mobile customers, unclear if passwords included
T-Mobile has announced that around 2 million of its customers may have had personal details stolen in an attack on its servers. While financial details were not compromised, other personal details may have been. T-Mobile is contacting anyone affected by the hack by text message.
iPhone SE2: News, rumors, specs, and more
Aside from the iPhone X and iPhone 8, Apple also offers a smaller, lower-cost device called the iPhone SE. Launched in 2016, the SE has gone a while without an update, but recent reports indicate that Apple is finally working on a new one, tentatively called the iPhone SE 2.
The hottest phones of 2018 are still to come. Here’s what’s around the corner
There have been some fantastic smartphones already release in 2018, but there are plenty more to come. Apple, Google, and a few other manufacturers are still set to make a play for your upgrade fund, so let’s look at the most hotly-anticipated phones still on the horizon before the end of the year.
Tinder wants to help you make friends at school this year with Tinder U
Going back to school not only means new classes, textbooks, more -- it also means new friends. To help make socializing less overwhelming, Tinder is launching Tinder U -- for students. The new feature is only available for iOS users attending a four-year accredited college or university in the U.S.
A MacBook Air with Retina display and Mac Mini “Pro” could arrive this fall
This fall, two of Apple's most beloved Macs may get refreshed. The MacBook Air and Mac Mini may see significant upgrades. Along with presumably faster and new processors, the notebook will get a Retina display, while the miniature desktop will get pro-centric components.
iPad battery explosion prompts Apple Store evacuation in Amsterdam
An iPad battery exploded in an Apple Store over the weekend, causing breathing issues for staff members, and requiring the fire brigade and an ambulance to attend, though no serious injuries were reported. The incident took place in Amsterdam, and is at least the third such explosion to be reported in 2018.
Apple aficionados, these cute pillows are made just for you
Created as "a cuddly tribute to the tech that changed our lives," these cute pillows will be hard to resist for all the diehard Apple fans out there. Each one features an iconic Apple product, among them the original Macintosh computer, the very first iMac, and the game-changing iPod.
New patent suggests multiuser support could one day come to Siri
A new patent suggests that a major improvement may be in the works for Apple's digital assistant. Apple may soon work on implementing multiuser support for Siri, which could provide practical and privacy-related benefits. All we have right now is a patent, which does not mean Apple is actively working on this software.
How iPhone photographers connect the world using only ‘basic’ gear
Aug. 19 is World Photography Day, marking progress from the daguerreotype to the iPhone. But how do today's photographers create a connection to viewers using basic gear that fits in a pocket? We talked to top iPhone photographers and influencers around the world to find out.
How to use AirDrop
Apple AirDrop is an efficient way to send files between multiple people, but do you know how to use AirDrop? It's not as complicated as it might seem. All you need to do is follow these steps and you'll be sending photos, videos, contacts, locations and more to your iPhone, iPad, or Mac with ease.
New Apple MacBook may appear in September at $1,200
Apple may reveal new products in September including an entry-level 13-inch MacBook based on Intel’s seventh-generation processors. Industry sources claim Apple originally intended these units to rely on Intel’s upcoming 10nm “Cannon Lake” processors, but Intel delayed mass production of these chips.
Photo FOMO: VSCO makes harsh sun look cool, Apple wants to make 360 look better
In this week's Photo FOMO, see how VSCO is trying to improve photos in harsh sunlight with new presets and how Apple thinks they can make 360 look better. Catch 3 Legged Thing's new (more) affordable tripod and find out just how many photographers actually read licensing agreements.
Walmart Back to College sale: Save big on computers, TVs, tablets, and more
Walmart's Back to College sale is your chance to score big discounts on name-brand electronics, so whether you're getting ahead of the new school year or just doing some shopping, we've picked out the best deals that can save you hundreds on PCs, TVs, tablets, and more.
Australian student hacks into Apple, steals 90GB of data because he’s a ‘fan’
A 16-year-old private school student in Melbourne, Australia broke into Apple’s network multiple times for an entire year to download 90GB of “secure” data and access customer accounts. He did this because he was a "fan" and even admitted to the police that working for Apple was his “dream job.”
Apple considers making its own health-monitoring processors
According to a job listing from Apple's own job website, Apple could be looking at making its own dedicated health-tracking processors. Known as ASICs, these chips are dedicated to health monitoring features on wearables, and if true, could mean Apple will add more features to the next Apple Watch.
Knoxville ranks No. 1 in mobile performance among U.S. metro areas, study says
According to RootMetrics' most recent network performance test, Knoxville,Tennessee, takes the number one spot for mobile performance out of the 125 major metropolitan areas tested. Each of the areas were ranked highest to lowest across six mobile performance categories.
Score some Mac hardware on the cheap during Best Buy’s Apple sale
If you're in the mood for some Cupertino gear but don't want to wait until Black Friday, then you're in luck: Best Buy is slashing prices during its limited-time Apple sale. Find deals that can save you as much as $300 on everything from MacBooks to iPhones.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs. Apple iPhone X: Battle of the ultra-premium smartphones
Samsung has unveiled the new Samsung Galaxy Note 9, the company's latest and greatest ultra-premium smartphone. The device boasts top-tier specs, an excellent design, and more. But can it take out the Apple iPhone X, Apple's own ultra-premium device? We put the two head to head to find out.
Apple preps production of updated MacBook Air for a 2018 launch
Apple is expected to rely on Quanta to manufacture its low-cost Mac laptop, and production is expected to begin soon for the device to launch before the year is over. Previous rumors suggest that the MacBook Air replacement could ship with Intel's eighth-gen chips and a Retina display.
Head Tesla engineer leaves for Apple to possibly reboot self-driving car
Apple's self-driving car project could potentially get the reboot as a former chief engineer for Tesla Motors left the company to go back to the Cupertino-based tech giant. Doug Field, who worked at Apple from 2008-2013, then Tesla from 2013 until last month, will go back to Apple.
A brand-new Mac can be hacked remotely during its first Wi-Fi connection
Although Apple has since patched a security vulnerability with MacOS 10.13.6, companies issuing Macs to employees will want to be wary of a flaw that allows hackers to inject malicious software when a Mac connects to Wi-Fi for the first time during setup and eventually penetrate a corporate network.
Mophie vs. Belkin vs. Anker vs. iOttie: Finding the best wireless charging pad for iPhones
Ever since wireless charging for the iPhone was introduced almost a year ago, an influx of different wireless chargers have appeared on the market. We tested the Mophie, iOttie, Anker, and Belkin wireless charging pads to see which one provided the best charging experience for the iPhone 8 Plus.