Hidden features are where it’s at in any major software update. (Image: CNET) The iPhone and iPad’s latest software updates, iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, are available to install right now. Apple unveiled the updates in June during its annual developer conference and walked viewers through plenty of flagship features like Live Text, a new Focus feature and […]
Shutterstock As I noted in my immediate follow-up to Apple’s fall 2021 “California Streaming” event, the charging standards situation with the company’s mobile and computing device line-up has now become completely untenable. Let’s review all the different ways you can juice up your Apple devices. Look what a mess we have Long in the tooth […]
Unlike other technology writers, such as my Jason Squared co-host, Jason Cipriani, I don’t have a direct review relationship with Apple. That’s a privilege few industry writers can achieve, and — at best — only one or two persons per publication usually get. So when the new iPhone 13 or any other Apple product is […]
Image: Daniel Romero via Unsplash My iPhone offers pretty good connectivity, but tends to be hamstrung by the limits imposed by my cellular carrier. Even though I have an unlimited data plan, using my phone as a hotspot is limited to a very short amount of time before I start to rack up extra fees. […]
Apple’s iPhones are arguably the best phones available — with responsive performance, regular updates for years, compelling hardware designs, outstanding camera technology, and an ecosystem that appeals to the masses. We have seen improvements in battery life, advanced multi-camera functionality, and continued improvements to Apple’s iOS. The high-end iPhones are pricey, but Apple’s processor architecture […]
CNET Apple’s wireless earbuds have been around for almost exactly five years now, with the first generation AirPods launching in Sept. 2016, and the second generation AirPods coming in March 2019. The long-stemmed wireless earbuds completely changed the wireless audio industry thanks in part to long battery life, ease of connectivity and similar features. The […]
Apple is always trying to position the iPhone as a pro-grade camera. Whether it’s the quality of the camera itself, or by adding tricks like low-light capability and Portrait Mode. Apple’s very good at using computational power to overcome the limitations of the camera hardware that is built into a smartphone. A good example of […]
We’ve known it was on the way for a few weeks, and now it’s finally here. Ahead of tomorrow’s Apple event — where we’re likely to see the new iPhone and release data for iOS 15 — iOS 14.8 is out. iOS 14.8 According to Apple, this release contains two security updates and is recommended […]
It’s amazing how much information can leak in advance of a new product release from filings. FCC filings are particularly good sources of information. The filing under scrutiny here is for an updated version of the MagSafe charger, and it offers up some surprising details. Also: iPhone 13: Sept. 14 event, release date, features, specs, […]
If you’re a mobile gamer, having the right phone can make a massive difference in your gaming experience. Today’s best gaming phones can deliver smooth playing experiences that compete with popular consoles and gaming systems — all from the convenience of your smartphone. With so many options on the market, how do you choose the […]