iPhone 16 Pro: Leaks, rumors, and what we would like to see
We're already looking ahead to the iPhone 16 Pro series, and there are some significant changes expected. Here's what we know so far.
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Apple releases iOS 17.4 beta 1 to developers, here's what's new
A new pre-release build is now available
Following the launch of iOS 17.3, Apple has started publicly working on the next iteration of iOS 17. iOS 17.4 beta 1 is now available to those enrolled in Apple's developer program, giving enthusiasts and app developers an early look at what's to come. So, what's exactly new in iOS 17.4 beta 1? Let's unpack!
iOS app sideloading support may still require developers to pay Apple
Support for downloading iPhone apps from external sources may come with its own set of fees and restrictions
Apple has until March 7 to enable iOS app sideloading support in the EU to comply with recently introduced regulations. And while many users and developers had hoped this upcoming iOS 17 change would enable them to break free of the company's chains, it now appears that this may not be the case at all. According to a new report, Apple plans to charge developers and review their apps anyway, even when they're publishing them through third-party means.
OnePlus 12 debuts with a chip upgrade, wireless charging support, and better cameras for $800
OnePlus' latest flagship phone is here, and it packs a few highly-anticipated upgrades.
OnePlus today formally revealed its latest flagship, the OnePlus 12, although the phone was already available in China for over a month. The company's phones typically compete with the best phones of the year while hitting a lower price point, and that is truer than ever this year. To make things even better, the company is also bringing the OnePlus 12R to the global market, making it the first OnePlus R series phone to enter the U.S.
iOS 17.3 and watchOS 10.3 now available with collaborative playlists, Stolen Device Protection, new watch face, and more
New iPadOS 17 and macOS Sonoma builds have been released, too
Following weeks of beta testing with developers and enthusiasts, Apple has released iOS 17.3, watchOS 10.3, macOS Sonoma 14.3, and iPadOS 17.3 to the public. These updated versions introduce some highly anticipated features that make your compatible devices more functional and customizable. These include a new Unity wallpaper, a matching watch face, collaboration support in Apple Music, and much more.
Unsold Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 lose blood oxygen monitoring in the US
Don't buy the Apple Watch 9 or Watch Ultra 2 if blood oxygen monitoring is indispensable for your lifestyle!
A US appeals court ruled against Apple and refused to entertain the company's request to pause an import ban on the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 smartwatches. As a result of the court's order, the Cupertino tech firm will no longer sell its latest premium smartwatches with the blood oxygen monitoring feature within the territory of the U.S.
Apple seeds iOS 17.3 Release Candidate to developers, here's what's new
This could be the final iOS 17.3 build before public launch
Following several weeks of beta testing with developers and enthusiasts, Apple has seeded the Release Candidate (RC) of iOS 17.3. For those unfamiliar, RC builds are typically the last in the beta testing cycle, and the latest iteration of iOS 17 will launch to the public in just a week. Previous betas introduced collaborative playlist support in Apple Music, Stolen Device Protection, and more. The iOS 17.3 Release Candidate version further optimizes them and patches leftover bugs. It additionally offers new changes, which we've highlighted below.
Samsung's Galaxy S24 series goes all-in on AI
Samsung's Galaxy S24 series is here, and it's going all-in on AI with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy and an Exynos 2400.
The Galaxy S series of smartphones are, every year, among the best phones on the market. The Galaxy S23 series was a fantastic set of smartphones with the S23 Ultra in particular having one of the best cameras on any smartphone around. Now the Samsung Galaxy S24 series is here, and it features minor improvements across the board to bring Samsung's trio of flagships up to date with the rest of the industry.
How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024
This is where you can catch all the excitement of Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024.
The day has finally arrived with Samsung set to unveil its next line of handsets during its Galaxy Unpacked event. While the company has been fairly tight-lipped about what it's going to show off, the brand has teased that it will enter a "new era of innovation" by "introducing AI experiences on mobile like never before."
iOS app developers are in for a nasty surprise if they link to alternative payment methods
Apple’s updated App Store guidelines aren’t the win developers were hoping for
Yesterday, the Supreme Court finally concluded the legal battle between Epic Games and Apple. To comply with the ruling that prohibits "anti-steering" measures, the great iPhone maker has adjusted its iOS App Store guidelines. As a result, developers can now reference and link to alternative payment methods in their iPhone apps. While this change may initially seem like a long-awaited win, it actually is bundled with restrictions that discourage developers from adopting it. In fact, some devs could end up losing more money if they implement this new StoreKit External Purchase Link Entitlement.
iOS users are one step closer to sidestepping the App Store for payments
Developers may no longer be limited to the App Store's billing system
Back in 2020, Epic Games challenged Apple's strict guidelines by introducing an alternative payment system for IAPs in Fortnite. The great iPhone maker expectedly reacted by removing the game from the iOS App Store, as its developer guidelines explicitly prohibit that. As a result, Epic Games took Apple to court for its monopolistic practices, which not only ban devs from implementing third-party billing systems in their iPhone apps, but also forbid them from simply mentioning them. Following over three long years of this legal battle, the Supreme Court has finally concluded it, and Apple will have to allow devs to reference third-party payment methods in their apps.
Last 24 hours! Register and score a $50 credit with Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S24
There are only a couple of days left to sign up and get a $50 credit from Samsung.
We've only just started the year, yet Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event is already set to take place on January 17, where the company is expected to unveil its new Galaxy S24 devices. While it hasn't provided any concrete details, the brand has teased that AI will play a big part in its upcoming release. With that said, there are only a couple of days left to put down a reservation which will earn you a $50 credit.
iPhone 16 Pro will reportedly get upgraded 48MP ultra-wide camera, better 5G speeds, and more
iPhone 16 Pro will be better than its predecessor in at least three key areas.
Unlike Samsung and OnePlus, Apple releases a new iPhone series later in the year, and 2024 won't be an exception. While the release date of the new iPhone series — the iPhone 16 — is unknown, there are plenty of rumors floating around about its specifications. The latest one is coming from a reliable source and points to better camera and network speeds in the iPhone 16 Pro, more RAM in the regular iPhone 16 model, and other important changes Apple is planning to introduce across the lineup.
Apple explains how it counts Find My items following a quiet limit increase
You're no longer limited to 16 items in the Find My app
When Apple introduced the AirTag, certain power users quickly reached a 16-item limit and voiced their concerns about it. Considering the AirTag's reasonable price and Find My network's broad reach, many have tried to tag as many of their personal belongings as possible. And since the Cupertino firm opened up Find My to third-party trackers back in 2021, users have had even more solid options to choose from, beyond the AirTag itself. The main obstacle was being limited to 16 items per Apple ID, which apparently has been doubled on newer OS versions.
Apple releases iOS 17.3 beta 3 to developers
A new pre-release build is now available to iPhone users
The initial iOS 17 release didn't pack all of the goods Apple previewed during WWDC23. As a result, the company has been seeding iOS 17.X updates to introduce these anticipated features and patch leftover bugs. The first betas of iOS 17.3 brought collaborative playlist support in Apple Music, Stolen Device Protection, and more. And, now that iOS 17.3 beta 3 has become available to those enrolled in Apple's developer program, it's time to look into it, too. Below, we will list everything new we uncover in this updated, pre-release build.
Samsung teases new era of AI ahead of Galaxy Unpacked
Samsung took time at CES to remind those in attendance that big things are coming with this year's Galaxy Unpacked event.
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event is set for January 17, where the company is expected to unveil its new Galaxy S24 series devices. The brand has teased that AI will be a big part of its upcoming release, and is now even offering a $50 credit towards upcoming purchases with reservations.
Apple Pay Later: Availability, limits, and whether you should use it
You can request small loans through this handy feature
If you just bought a new iPhone for the first time, then you may not be familiar with all of Apple's digital services. Apart from the excellent Macs, iPhones, and other hardware it puts out there, the company has also been focusing on services that further enhance users' experience. Apple Pay Later is one of these offerings, allowing eligible customers to request small loans from the Cupertino firm when shopping. Though, should you really use Apple Pay Later? If so, where can you use it, and what are its limits? Let's find out!
Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 is a joint collaboration between Google, Samsung, and Qualcomm
Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 is a collaboration between three industry heavy-hitters, and there's going to be a Samsung XR device in the future.
When it comes to eXtended Reality (XR) devices, Qualcomm's SoCs have been the default for many of the most popular VR headsets on the market. The Pico 4 VR and the Meta Quest 2 both have the original Snapdragon XR2, and the recently-released Meta Quest 3 has a Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 SoC. Now, Qualcomm is announcing the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2, and it seems to be, at least in part, a product of collaboration with Google and Samsung.
Apple releases iOS 17.3 beta 2 to developers, here's what's new
The second iOS 17.3 beta is now available
iOS 17.3 beta 2 is now available to those enrolled in Apple's developer program. Considering that the initial iOS 17 release didn't pack all of the promised features, Apple has been releasing 17.X updates to introduce these anticipated changes. After all, there are still plenty of goods that aren't available on iOS 17.2, including collaborative playlists in Apple Music, the next-gen CarPlay experience, and more. As a result, iOS 17.3 could bring some of these, along with other potential features that haven't been publicly announced. So, what's new in iOS 17.3 beta 2? Let's find out!
Samsung is offering $50 back to anyone that reserves a Galaxy S24, with no commitment
The company intends to launch its new Galaxy series at its Unpacked event
Samsung has been gearing up for its live Galaxy Unpacked event, which it unveiled today is slated for January 17, and many are speculating about what the company will debut. Among the products expected to launch is the new Galaxy series, presumably the S24 lineup of phones. As usual, Samsung wants to sweeten the deal for potential customers with a cash-based offer.
The definitive guide to 5G: Everything you need to know
This is our definitive guide to 5G, with explanations on 5G terms and technologies including sub-6GHz, mmWave, and much more.
It's fair to say that in the last couple of years, there has been no buzzword having as strong a marketing impact as the word 5G. The word signifies so much that the industry has been promoting it in every nook and cranny, even still going into 2024. New carrier deployments wax lyrical about 5G services. Chip vendors talk about 5G modems and SoCs. Device makers even now are still upselling 5G as the "next big thing" that will "change users' lives." Depending on who you talk to, you'll hear different things about 5G. Is it mildly upgraded 4G mobile broadband, or is it the technology that will connect industries and services, power a massive number of IoT devices, and serve as the backbone support for future innovation? What is 5G, exactly? Is it worth the hype?