The 3 cameras on the 2019 iPhone may bring awesome AR tech
The 2019 iPhone is already in development at Apple, and it may have a clever triple-lens camera on the back, enabling AR technology to reach a higher level than today's iPhone devices. Multiple reports claim Apple's actively experimenting with systems that will give a future iPhone 3D sensing cameras.
When rendering video, the Alienware Area-51 R5 is literally a time machine
To get an idea for just how powerful the fully-loaded Alienware Area-51 R5 truly is, we devised a whole new benchmark using Adobe Premiere Pro -- and an unsuspecting MacBook Pro 15. Come watch what happens when we pit one of the quickest desktops we've ever tested against a modest MacBook Pro.
What we want to see from a new iMac in 2018
The iMac 2018 has plenty of potential! It's the 20th anniversary of the iMac, and we're sure that Apple has some exciting plans in store. Let's talk about what we'd love to see in a new iMac, what features will be passed down from the iMac Pro, and more!
Apple’s iPad Smart Cover could one day have a display that shows notifications
It looks like Apple is working on ways to make its Smart Cover a whole lot more functional. The company has filed for a patent that would involve future iterations of the Smart Cover with displays for showing notifications, or transparent portions of the cover for allowing the user to see notifications.
T-Mobile website bug reportedly exposed private customer account details
Due to a bug in T-Mobile's website in April, customers' account information was left accessible for anyone to see. While it has since been fixed, personal information -- such as billing account numbers, postal addresses, tax ID numbers, and more -- could have potentially been misused.
Pioneer’s newest in-dash receivers take CarPlay or Android Auto fully wireless
With even using your phone at all while in the driver’s seat being illegal in some states, options like Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are becoming increasingly popular. Pioneer’s new NEX in-dash receivers make things even easier by letting you connect without even taking your phone out of your pocket.
Apple rejection means you can’t play Steam games on your iPhone after all
Apple has rejected Valve's Steam Link game streaming application as part of its approval process for App Store inclusion. That means that for the time being, if you want to stream your Steam library to your mobile handset or tablet, you will have to have an Android device, as the Steam Link app is not available on iOS.
Documents show Apple knew the iPhone 6 range would bend
Remember Bendgate? Apple isn't being allowed to forget it, as court documents from a class action lawsuit against the Cupertino giant have shown that Apple's initial tests on the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus revealed both phones to be more susceptible to bending than the iPhone 5S.
Apple’s macOS reaches a historic milestone in its life span
The period of time that MacOS has been powering Apple's Mac hardware is now just as long as Apple's historic reliance on its classic Mac operating system. The original Mac OS was in service between 1984 and 2001, and MacOS replaced it in 2001. Today, both OSes have been used continuously for 17 years and 29 days now!
Swapping an iPhone for a BlackBerry made me appreciate the physical keyboard
BlackBerry is preparing to release the BlackBerry KeyTwo, a new phone with a physical keyboard; but if you've never used one, and are a proficient touchscreen typist, what would it be like to swap? We changed our iPhone to a BlackBerry KeyOne to find out, and discovered that speed is only half the story.
Apple and Volkswagen are reportedly partnering to build self-driving vans
Apple has reportedly inked a deal with Volkswagen for the tech firm's self-driving shuttle service. Ferrying Apple employees between the company's various campuses and offices in Cupertino, California, the driverless shuttle will reportedly use modified versions of Volkswagen's T6 Transporter van.
Apple Store hints you shouldn’t buy a new MacBook Pro until after WWDC
If you're in the market for a new MacBook Pro, you may want to hold onto your money for a little longer. A ship date of June 5 for the base 13-inch Pro laptop model hints that Apple could announce an updated edition at the company's WWDC event on June 4. A processor refresh is expected on the new laptop.
FBI inflates the number of encrypted smartphones it can’t access, report says
The number of encrypted smartphones the FBI has been unable to access has been grossly inflated to the public and lawmakers, according to The Washington Post. While the agency said it was locked out of nearly 8,000 devices connected to crimes in 2017, it appears the actual number is closer to 1,000 or 2,000.
How much of your data is Apple collecting? Not much, and here’s how to see it
A New York Times journalist took a look at just how much Facebook knew about him, and was horrified by the answer. How much do other popular tech companies know about their users? Jefferson Graham of USA Today looked into how much data Apple collected from him. You can do the same with new Apple tools.
At WWDC 2018, Apple to show off its latest software innovations
Apple has revealed the dates and location for WWDC 2018, which is where we'll see the latest and greatest software that Apple has to offer. According to Apple, WWDC 2018 will be held from June 4-8 at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. And we will be on the ground covering it.
Google and ‘Google, You Owe Us’ begin $4.3 billion court battle
In a landmark case for the British courts, a campaign group is pushing forward with a lawsuit against Google's data gathering in 2011/2. And now, this privacy case has ballooned, and threatens to cost Google a whopping $4.3 billion should the tech firm lose. The privacy group and Google met in court this week.
New Samsung ad compares Galaxy S9 to iPhone 6, for some reason
Samsung likes to poke fun at Apple in its smartphone ads. So what did it cook up for its latest effort? Well, it's hoping to persuade iPhone users to ditch their Apple-made handsets in favor of Samsung's flagship Galaxy S9 handset. So why did it use a 4-year-old iPhone 6 in the ad?
Apple’s already considering a cheaper HomePod
Reports suggest Apple could releas another version of the HomePod in 2018 at a significantly lower price point. The most recent gossip suggests that Apple is looking to release a $199 version of the HomePod under its Beats brand.
It’s easy to get serious about self-care with the quirky, fun Aloe Bud app
Life can be busy and stressful -- which means self-care gets put on the back-burner. This week's app helps make it easier to check in with yourself each day. With Aloe Bud, a self-care companion app, users receive gentle reminders via push notifications they can customize themselves.
Samsung and Apple’s lawsuit may finally be drawing to a close
The gigantic Apple vs. Samsung legal lawsuit is still ongoing, and although Samsung has been found liable for damages, it's still refusing to back down. With potentially $1 billion on the line, Samsung is now arguing that it should only pay damages for components, not the phones themselves.
Waze on iPhone just landed on your Ford’s infotainment screen
Until recently, if you wanted to use Waze in your Ford vehicle, you had to do it through an Android phone. But now iOS users can also project waze from their iPhones to their Ford's infotainment screen and get all the benefits from the navigation app.
Here’s what we want from MacOS in 2018
We're looking forward to exciting MacOS 2018 announcements from Apple -- and with WWDDC coming up, it's time to talk about just what features we want to see on the upcoming Mac operating system. Our dream list for MacOS 10.14 includes better security options, a control panel, and much more.
Virginia, North Carolina could be tech hub as Amazon, Apple consider campuses
Apple and Amazon are both said to be considering new facilities in North Virginia to expand their operations. Amazon's second headquarters would house some 50,000 employees, while Apple's would house 20,000. However, Apple is also considering North Carolina, especially if tax incentives are right.
Stellina smart telescope on sale exclusively through Museum of Modern Art
With app connectivity, Stellina makes collecting gorgeous images of the night sky easier than ever before. This new-age telescope makes collecting gorgeous images of the stars easier than ever before. Introduced at CES 2018, the Stellina is now on sale exclusively at The Museum of Modern Art.
New ‘Interests’ feature recommends products you’ll actually want to buy on eBay
A new "Interests" feature is now part of eBay's mobile app for iOS and Android. By answering a few questions, users are able to personalize their shopping experience based on their own hobbies, style preferences, and more. Shoppers will see product recommendations appear throughout the app.
Apple expands autonomous car fleet as major Chinese player comes to town
Apple now has the second-largest fleet of self-driving cars on the streets of California. It's just added 10 more, so it's now licensed to test 55 of its high-tech vehicles in the state. The news comes as Chinese ridesharing giant Didi Chuxing received a license to start testing its own autonomous cars in California.
Save your tweeting eyes with Tweetbot 3’s new dark mode on MacOS
An upgrade to the Tweetbot client brings it to version 3.0 and offers features like dark mode and a revised timeline management system. It may be easier to use and more pleasing on the eye than older versions, but it comes at a price. Tweetbot now costs $10 when purchased on the app store.
Apple Music hits 50 million users, doubles down on original content
Apple Music is growing, and growing fast. In a recent appearance on Bloomberg, Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed the service's latest subscriber numbers. In total, Apple Music now boasts 50 million users, a figure that includes both paid members and trials. In April, Apple said it had 40 million paid subscribers.
With ChroMorphous technology, clothes may soon change color with a tap of a phone
What if you could use your phone to alter what your clothes looked like? Developed by a team of research scientists at the College of Optics and Photonics at The University of Central Florida, ChroMorphous technology allows users to control and switch up the pattern on a fabric using a mobile app.
Apple Music: How to cancel your subscription
For folks who own an Apple product, an Apple Music subscription is the best of both worlds, allowing you to listen to music alongside those songs you've already purchased and downloaded. But sometimes it makes more sense to cut ties with the service. Here's how to cancel your Apple Music subscription.
How to change Google Assistant’s voice on your Android or Apple phone
Tired of hearing the same old voice every time you ask Google a question? Google has expanded the number of extra voices available to U.S. Google Assistant users, so you can now pick between a number of different options. Here's how to change your Google Assistant's voice.
iPhone explodes, catches fire in terrifying Las Vegas security footage
Samsung might not be the only smartphone maker with exploding handsets in its portfolio -- chief rival Apple may be feeling the heat as well. In a rather alarming surveillance video taken on May 11, an iPhone can be seen exploding and subsequently catching fire in a store in Las Vegas.
How to get iMessages in Android
Unlike previous apps that have tried to bring iMessage to the Android platform, WeMessage uses the power of the Mac to direct messages to your phone via Apple's servers. All you need to do is download the WeMessage app and tweak a few of your computer's settings to get started.
The Google News App fuels your interests, provides a balanced perspective
At Google I/O 2018, the company announced a variety of new features to come for its Android P operating system, Google Assistant, Wear OS, and more. Google also introduced its all-new Google News app, which uses artificial intelligence to bring you news from all different perspectives.