Apple began planning for the new iPhone 13 cameras at least three years ahead of the September 2021 launch of the iPhone 13 lineup, company executives reveal.
Planning for the iPhone 13 cameras actually started three years ahead
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Another victim of component shortages: Beats Flex now cost $20 more
Apple has quietly increased Beats Flex price by $20, no explanation given whatsoever, going from $50 to $70 for a pair of these wireless earbuds that debuted in December 2020.
iFixit shares the full teardown of the iPhone 13 Pro
Last week, on iPhone 13 launch day, the crew over at iFixit took a little peek under the hoods of the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro. That initial teardown revealed a few noteworthy things, but it wasn't meant to be the full view. For folks waiting to see what's inside Apple's latest smartphone, though, the wait's finally over.
Should you be expecting “a complete redesign” for iPhone 14 as Mark Gurman is claiming?
The current flat-edged iPhone 12 design is two years old now. Should you hold your breath for a complete redesign with next year's iPhone 14 or expect another year of tweaks?
Apple unveils limited edition A-Cold-Wall Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones
Every once in a while, the Beats brand opens its doors for some collaboration with another company or brand. The Apple-owned Beats by Dre is back at it again, unveiling today a brand new pair of Studio3 Wireless headphones. This time around, the collaboration is with a fashion brand.
Guided meditations and pilates workouts launch on Fitness+, winter workouts coming soon
If you use Apple Fitness+, you can now track pilates workouts and relax your mind with guided meditations. There are also other new workouts "to get ready for snow season".
The iPad mini 6 volume buttons change their input based on orientation
The all-new, redesigned iPad mini features plenty of noteworthy elements. That includes the "all-screen" design thanks to its smaller bezels, Touch ID built into the top button, and a USB-C port. Among other things. But it looks like Apple slipped in another detail, tied to what many would consider is one of the more boring elements of the tablet.
3D Apple Maps live in London, Los Angeles, New York City and San Francisco Bay Area
The new Apple Maps 3D views are now live for London, Los Angeles, New York and San Francisco, with additional markets gaining support for this feature in 2021 and in 2022.
Kuo: Due to component shortages, the next MacBook Air is now about a year away
When will Apple release the next MacBook Air notebook, powered by its next-generation silicon? If you ask a reliable analyst, the notebook is approximately a year away from today.
Apple now lets developers use faster ProMotion refresh rates on iPhone 13 Pro models
Apple has shared documentation on how developers can use faster ProMotion display refresh rates for custom animations in their apps on the Pro models in the new iPhone 13 lineup.
What do you use your iPad mini for the most?
I don't know about you, but before I consider picking up a new device I usually go over the reasons why I need it. That starts with why I want it, of course, but before I'll pull the trigger on a purchase I at least need to tell myself I'll use it. And, depending on the device and just how expensive it is, that justification is a requirement. Because if I end up buying something and then not using it for a few days, or longer, I tend to return it or sell it off.
iFixit goes under the hood in initial iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro teardown
iFixit usually has a pretty speedy turnaround time for teardowns after a new product launches. That's certainly the case with iPhones, as there is generally a lot of interest in that sort of thing. If for no other reason than to see the latest repairability scores. This year isn't any different, and the repair crew offered up an initial look at what's under the hood for both the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro.