Posts From Mahmoud Itani

Mahmoud Itani
Mahmoud Itani

Mahmoud is an Istanbul-based Beiruti who has always sought freedom through writing. His hobbies include keeping up with tech news, writing articles about Apple devices & services, crocheting, meditating, and composing poetry. You’ll likely find him jogging at a park, swimming in open water, brainstorming at a coffeehouse, or merely lost in nature. His personal pieces are available on his website, MahmoudItani.com, and he can be reached via [email protected] or the provided social links.

Microsoft Surface Go 3 vs Apple iPad Air 4th Gen: Which is the better mainstream tablet?

Microsoft Surface Go 3 vs Apple iPad Air 4th Gen: Which is the better mainstream tablet?

September 24, 2021
A lot of companies have started offering cloud-based solutions for their services. As a result, the battle between "portable" and "capable" has never been so heated. Some people prefer having solid desktop setups in their (home) offices, while others, including me, would rather have a portable one. Microsoft and Apple offer devices for both usage...
What colors does the new iPad 9th Gen come in?

What colors does the new iPad 9th Gen come in?

September 24, 2021
The latest affordable iPad is here! Apple announced the iPad 9th Gen during its California Streaming event, on September 14th. It's a students' favorite, due to how inexpensive and versatile it is. You must be wondering though — what colors does the iPad 9th Gen come in? While Apple has been getting more creative with the iPhone...
These are the Best Deals on the new iPad 9th Gen: Apple Online Store and more!

These are the Best Deals on the new iPad 9th Gen: Apple Online Store and more!

September 24, 2021
The latest affordable iPad is here! Apple revealed earlier this week — during the California Streaming event — the new iPad 9th Gen. This iPad is usually the students' go-to, considering its affordability and hybridity. After all, it supports Apple Pencil and the smart keyboard, which turns it into a multipurpose device. While Apple offers a...
What colors does the new iPad Mini 6th Gen come in?

What colors does the new iPad Mini 6th Gen come in?

September 24, 2021
The all-new iPad Mini has been released! Apple revealed the biggest upgrade to the iPad Mini (so far) during its California Streaming event. It comes with thinner bezels and follows a design language similar to that of recent iPad Pro models. If you're a student who prefers a smaller form factor and mightier internals (compared...
These are the Best Deals on the new iPad Mini 6th Gen: Apple Online Store and more!

These are the Best Deals on the new iPad Mini 6th Gen: Apple Online Store and more!

September 24, 2021
The latest mini — but mighty — iPad is here in the form of the redesigned iPad Mini 6th Gen! Whether you're a student or an artist, this iPad is a powerful, portable utility that can follow you around wherever you go. It was revealed earlier this week, during the California Streaming event, alongside the...
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 vs Apple iPad Pro M1: Which is the better Pro tablet?

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 vs Apple iPad Pro M1: Which is the better Pro tablet?

September 23, 2021
A lot of people prefer portability over capability when it comes to choosing their devices. Usually, portable devices aren't as powerful as stationary ones. So we must achieve balance between both aspects to make the most out of two worlds. Hybrid computers are one solution to that. Microsoft and Apple offer devices for both usage cases,...
Download: Here are all the new iPhone 13 wallpapers!

Download: Here are all the new iPhone 13 wallpapers!

September 21, 2021
Changing your iPhone's wallpaper can make your home screen feel fresh. This is especially true after updating to iOS 15, which brings some new UI changes and features that refresh the overall feel of the phone. Picking a new wallpaper not only affects the home and lock screens but also some first-party apps, like Safari....
iOS 15: Everything you need to know about Apple’s latest update for the iPhone

iOS 15: Everything you need to know about Apple’s latest update for the iPhone

September 20, 2021
WWDC is Apple’s annual event with a major emphasis on showcasing its software advancements. What this means is every year at WWDC, we get our first glimpse of the new versions of iOS, macOS, watchOS, and all of Apple’s apps and services. This year, Apple announced iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 along with macOS Monterey...
The iPhone 13 lineup offers significant battery life improvements

The iPhone 13 lineup offers significant battery life improvements

September 20, 2021
We all have seen the endless memes about iPhones having small batteries. And to be fair, having great battery life on a smartphone should be one of the top priorities for manufacturers. After all, the smartphone is a device that is meant to be used on the go — it shouldn't be plugged into an...
A complete guide to Shortcuts on macOS

A complete guide to Shortcuts on macOS

September 16, 2021
We rely on technology to make our lives easier, to take shortcuts and avoid longer routes. But even through the use of tech, there are ways to simplify our workflows even further, whether we’re students or employees. Shortcuts is a first-party Apple app that was first introduced in iOS 12. This extraordinarily capable app has...
WhatsApp is widely rolling out multi-device support, letting you link your iPhone and Mac

WhatsApp is widely rolling out multi-device support, letting you link your iPhone and Mac

September 15, 2021
If you're a tech enthusiast with an iPhone, you've likely tried to join the WhatsApp TestFlight beta program. I know how frustrating it is to constantly refresh the page, desperate for an empty slot. This is especially true now, with WhatsApp testing the multi-device feature on the beta versions on iOS and Android. Well, you...
Apple iPhone 13 Mini: Everything you need to know about Apple’s latest #smol smartphone

Apple iPhone 13 Mini: Everything you need to know about Apple’s latest #smol smartphone

September 14, 2021
It's our favorite time of the year, yet again! The iPhone 13 Mini is the latest compact flagship from Apple. It was released alongside the iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Apple has also announced the Apple Watch Series 7 during the California streaming event. The iPhone 13 Mini is a highly capable...