The launch of the new MacBook Pro has been a complete disaster
Apple has completely flubbed what could have been a simple, reassuring processor bump to the MacBook Pro. From issues with pricing and CPU throttling to the puzzling keyboard, the MacBook Pro lineup has been left in an even more volatile and controversial state than before the 2018 update.
Apple quietly confirms 2018 MacBook Pro keyboard ships with anti-debris design
Apple quietly fixed the MacBook Pro's sticky key problem when it announced the quieter keys on the new 2018 models. The new keyboard, which comes with a membrane underneath each key to dampen noise and keep debris away, is exclusive to the 2018 MacBook Pro, and owners of older laptops are left out in the cold.
OpenSignal names T-Mobile the best mobile network in almost all categories
According to the latest OpenSignal report, T-Mobile takes first place for fastest 4G download speed. In comparison to its competitors, the carrier also snagged the top spot in almost all other categories. This quarter's report collected more than 8 billion measurements from over 385,679 devices.
These might be the best photos shot with an iPhone in 2018
The iPhone Photography Awards announced the winners of its 11th annual global competition. Each one was selected from thousands entries spanning over 140 countries around the world. Launched shortly after the first iPhone, the IPPAWARDS is the first and longest-running iPhone competition in the world.
Benchmark test shows Core i9 severely throttled in 15-inch MacBook Pro
YouTuber Dave Lee is reporting what we already expected would happen with Apple’s latest MacBook Pro refresh and the Core i9-8950HK six-core processor crammed inside: Performance throttling. There’s just not enough space in the 0.61-inch-tall chassis to sufficiently cool the chip.
With a public API, Venmo’s default privacy settings expose private user data
Those who use Venmo as their primary app to send and receive money, may want to consider changing their privacy settings. After a security researcher analyzed over 200 million Venmo transactions back in 2017, it was determined the app exposes a large amount of private details about its users.
Google Assistant’s new Visual Snapshot tab prepares you for the day
Ever wish you could get an instant update of your day at a glance? Google Assistant now can show you upcoming travel plans, deliveries, bills and more as a part of the new Visual Snapshot feature. Expect more to be added as time goes by, such as the ability to see details from various to-do list apps.
To celebrate World Emoji Day, Apple debuts over 70 new emojis coming to iOS 12
In honor of "World Emoji Day," Apple announced that its users will soon have more than 70 new Apple emojis available for use later this year. From different hairstyles to exotic animals, the company shared a first look at what we can expect to see on our keyboards very soon.
Lumen measures metabolism, creates personal nutrition plan with a single breath
Lumen -- an Israeli-based digital health and wellness company -- has launched a new device to help with weight management. By simply breathing into the device, also called the Lumen, users are provided with a personalized nutrition plan to help lose weight and achieve fitness goals.
Ex-Apple engineer pleads not guilty to stealing autonomous car trade secrets
The FBI arrested a former Apple engineer named Xiaolang Zhang after he admitted to downloading confidential files from the firm's self-driving car division. Zhang said he planned to provide them to a Chinese startup called Xiaopeng Motors. If convicted, he faces up to 10 years in jail and a $250,000 fine.
Best Buy is knocking $50 off the Apple Watch Series 3 for a short time
Been holding out on a better deal for the Apple Watch Series 3? Best Buy may have the deal for you. The company is selling the Apple Watch Series 3 for as much as $50 off -- meaning you can get the device for as little as $279. That's one of the cheapest prices we've seen for the device yet.
Apple repair program won’t upgrade older MacBook Pros to new keyboard
If you own a MacBook Pro model prior to last week's refresh and suffer from the widely documented keyboard problems, don't expect Apple to give you a free keyboard upgrade when you take your notebook in for repair. Apple said that the quieter third-generation keyboard is an exclusive feature for its 2018 notebooks.
Tech Armor says its new screen protector improves iPhone performance. We tested it
Tech Armor has a new screen protector for the iPhone, and the company believes it can redirect harmful radiation from your cellphone, while improving cell signal and battery life. That's on top of protecting your iPhone's screen. Skeptical? So were we, so we put the Enhance to the test.
Apple’s newest MacBook Pro is now $150 off if you’re a student
Apple only launched its refreshed MacBook Pro this week, but deals are already starting to pop up for the powerful Mac notebook. Students can now score a discount of $150 through Best Buy, bringing the starting cost for a Touch Bar-equipped model with an 8th-generation Intel processor down to $1,649.
Apple patent hints at better gesture control on the Apple Watch
The Apple Watch already does things like shows you the time when you raise your wrist, but soon the gesture controls on the Apple Watch may get a whole lot better, if Apple's latest patent is anything to go by. The patent describes using light sensors to detect movements of the tissue under your skin.
Is full Photoshop coming to iPad?
Will an upcoming version of Photoshop be as mobile-friendly as Lightroom CC? A report from anonymous company insiders says Adobe is working on a full version of Photoshop for the iPad. The move could bring full-powered photo editing to mobile devices.
Ironically, tech will save us from the horror of Cell Phone Courtesy Month
July is Cell Phone Courtesy Month, and while we could probably all do with being a little more considerate with our phone use, it’s exciting advancements in tech that have the potential to end us staring at a little screen when we shouldn’t. That doesn’t mean we can’t adjust our behaviour now, and avoid problems in the future.
The most common iOS 11 problems, and how to fix them
Even the latest version of Apple's mobile operating system still has flaws. Here are some commonly reported iOS 11 problems and ways to fix them. We cover all sorts of issues, bugs, and glitches from apps freezing to iPhones overheating to Touch ID not working. If you have a problem try one of our fixes.
Apple’s sticky key problem isn’t going away on the 2018 MacBook Pro
Apple introduced a new third-generation keyboard when it launched the 2018 MacBook Pro, but it didn't address a major user pain point that caused the keys on last year's model to become sticky and unresponsive. There's no engineering fix, and Apple is instead promoting a quieter typing experience this year.
MacBook 12-inch vs. MacBook Pro 13
When it comes picking a MacBook from Apple's line up, there's an impressive array of choice. Even when you whittle it down to a few choices though, it's not easy. In this head to head, we pit the MacBook 12-inch vs. MacBook Pro 13 to see which pulls ahead in terms of performance, features, and value for money.
Don’t like the Touch Bar? Too bad. Apple’s new Macbooks make it almost mandatory
Apple surprised the world by launching the 2018 update of its MacBook Pro. While these new six-core laptops are powerful, we were disappointed to learn that the entry-level models were completely out of luck. Once again, Apple has left budget-minded fans hanging out to dry with this recent update.
Bring magic to your desktop with a $699 external GPU for MacBook Pros, iMacs
Blackmagic Design teamed up with Apple to create an external graphics card enclosure with a built-in AMD Radeon Pro 580. Called the Blackmagic eGPU, it connects to Mac devices via a Thunderbolt 3 port (40GBps). It’s available now through Apple’s online shop and its brick-and-mortar stores.
New MacBook Pros are the most powerful laptops Apple has ever made
Apple has debuted a new generation of MacBook Pro laptops. Available in both 13- and 15-inch form factors, the new notebooks sport the most powerful hardware Apple has ever included in a laptop. Eighth-generation CPUs, up to 32GB of RAM, and 4TB of storage are available, with a newly designed keyboard.
iPhone users can now access Morse code on Gboard for iOS
In a huge accessibility win, Google has announced that Gboard for iOS will be getting the option to type in Morse code. While this may seem odd to some, the inclusion of this mode will open smartphone technology up to many disabled people who may find it hard to type on a regular keyboard.
Mac Mini could make a comeback this year with a rumored refresh
After more than three years, Apple may breathe new life into the Mac Mini this year. Along with a rumored refresh across its Mac computer family, the Mac Mini is speculated to be get an update that brings a new processor, delivering better performance. A refresh is also planned for the MacBook, MacBook Pro, and iMac.
The best ways to reuse or recycle an old Android or iOS device
As technology marches ever onward, most of us are bound to have some old Android or iOS devices that they're simply not using. Rather than leaving them to languish in a drawer, why not put them to good use? Here are some of the very best ways to reuse or recycle an older phone or tablet.
A few seconds cost an Apple store $27,000 worth of stolen merchandise
It took just seconds for a team of four thieves to make off with $27,000 worth of Apple products over the weekend. In the crime, the team of bandits ripped out electronics that were tethered to display chargers from tables across an Apple store in Fresno, California.
Only newer Sonos models will get AirPlay 2, but that’s not as bad as it sounds
Last year, Sonos announced that it would be bringing support for Apple’s AirPlay 2 to its multiroom wireless speakers. Now the company has clarified that while newer models like the Sonos One will get support, older models like the Play:1 don’t have the horsepower necessary to use it.
Hinge wants to make first dates easier, launches ‘Most Compatible’ feature
Sometimes, swiping left and right a dating app can become mundane -- especially if those matches wind up unsuccessful in real life. Hinge's new "Most Compatible" feature, provides you with people it thinks you'd be most interested in dating but will also be interested in dating you.
iBeat Heart Watch detects when you go into cardiac arrest, is now available
While many wearables and health trackers on the market are capable of tracking heart rate, devices that can detect when there's an emergency are extremely rare. With the iBeat Heart Watch, users can wear it to not only monitor for cardiac emergencies but to alert first responders when there's something wrong.
Instagram’s question stickers bring comment-like interaction to Stories
Instagram Stories lack some of the interaction options from the traditional feed -- but that's not stopping Instagram from coming up with new ways to promote interaction instead of passively watching Stories. The new question sticker allows you to ask a question and get open-ended responses.
Congress demands answers over Gmail fiasco, data collection on phones
Congress is now demanding answers from Apple and Google regarding data collection on iOS and Android devices. Both Apple CEO Tim Cook and Alphabet CEO Larry Page received letters from the Energy and Commerce Committee seeking explanations about how these devices use recorded audio and more.
Appy birthday: A brief history of the App Store’s first 10 years
It's been a decade since Apple's App Store changed the way we use tech. Over the past decade we've seen plenty of changes, from the birth of the freemium app to the completely revamped App Store in iOS 11. And let's not forget the App Store on Mac OS, Watch OS , and even TV OS. Here's a brief history of the App Store.
Apple USB Restricted mode can be bypassed with a simple $39 accessory
USB Restricted mode, one of iOS 11.4.1's most anticipated features, has apparently already been beaten - to a degree. The mode seeks to stop third parties from being able to extract data from a seized iPhone by locking down the Lightning port - but a $39 accessory can effectively halt Apple's security.