With COVID-19 lockdowns in China, some worry about the impact to Apple’s iPhone production. One analyst thinks Foxconn may be the answer.
Jeff Butts
Jeff Butts is a seasoned tech aficionado with deep roots in the Apple ecosystem. Starting his journey in the early 1980s by experimenting with hardware, Jeff has always been driven by a desire to get the most out of technological devices. His expertise has led him to prominent roles in the industry, including a nearly three-year stint as a Reporter at AppAdvice and an impressive seven-year tenure as a Writer/Editor for Byrnes Publishing, LLC. More recently, Jeff lent his technical insights to HotHardware, Inc. as a Tech Editor. With his extensive experience and unwavering commitment to providing valuable content, Jeff continues to be a trusted voice for readers keen on Apple products and innovations.
Articles by Jeff Butts
Twitter Experimenting with Unmention Feature to Bow Out of Conversations
For those Twitter conversations you wish you weren’t part of, the experimental unmention feature will let you bow out gracefully.
Sonic the Hedgehog Races Into Apple Arcade in Sonic Dash+
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 opens in theaters, and the blue superhero rodent races onto Apple Arcade to continue saving the world from villains.
iWork App Updates Include New macOS Shortcuts
Apple recently seeded iWork app updates bringing better font size precision on iOS and support for macOS Shortcuts.
Tap to Pay on iPhone Feature Gains Second Partner
Apple’s Tap to Pay feature might be unreleased, but that’s not slowing it down. A second payment platform announced support for the service.
Apple Pay Is Favored Payment App for Teens, Study Shows
Proving once again the popularity of Apple’s iPhone with Generation Z, a recent study shows Apple Pay the favored payment app among teens.
New iOS 15.5 and macOS Betas Released
New iOS 15.5 beta software is available, along with new builds for iPadOS and macOS Monterey. Both developer and public betas are available.
Apple Watch Theater Mode Helps You Be a Polite Moviegoer
At the movie theater, it’s important to keep your devices from disturbing others. Apple Watch Theater Mode is great for that.
OtterBox Announces New iPad mini Case For Your Mini-Me
The latest OtterBox case for iPad mini provides protection from almost anything your little ones might throw its way.
Apple Awarded Patent for Electronic Band to Enhance Apple Watch
A patent for an electronic band for the Apple Watch shows how Cupertino could greatly expand the wearable’s features and capabilities.
Tech Giants Subject of ‘Monopolies Must Go’ Light Show Message in Washington, DC
A light show message insisting that “monopolies must go” will encourage Washington, D.C. commuters to write Congress about Big Tech bills.
Use Shortcuts Automation to Switch Watch Faces
Maybe you never thought about it, but Shortcuts allows you to set an automation to switch your Watch face. Let’s look at how it’s done.
US Officially Launches Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy
The latest move in modernizing the U.S. government sees the new Bureau for Cyberspace and Digital Policy open its doors for the first time.
An iPhone Subscription Plan Benefits You and Apple
Rumors of the possible iPhone subscription plan have many wondering if it would only help Apple, or consumers, too. Jeff Butts breaks it down.
How to Fix a Broken Shift Key in Universal Control on an iPad
If you’ve noticed a problem with your Shift key in Universal Control on an iPad, you aren’t alone. Here’s how to fix it.
MacBooks and iPads With Foldable Displays May Happen, but Not For Years
We’re still waiting for an iPhone that folds up. Apple may have more in store for us using foldable displays, but not for several more years.
In Rare Move, Apple Lobbies Against LGBTQ Legislation
Given how rarely the tech giant gets publicly involved in politics, Apple lobbying efforts against LGBTQ legislation are significant.
Bluetooth and Display Fixes Highlight macOS Monterey 12.3.1 Update
Thursday saw a number of important software updates from Apple. Among them, macOS Monterey 12.3.1 arrived to fix several issues.
Apple Updates iOS and iPadOS to 15.4.1
The latest version of iPhone and iPad software, iOS and iPadOS 15.4.1, includes several bug fixes and security improvements.
Apple TV+ Scores Scarlett Johansson, Chris Evans in ‘Project Artemis’
“Avengers” stars Scarlett Johansson and Chris Evans get to work together again. The two are co-starring in “Project Artemis” on Apple TV+.
Apple Developing Advanced Features for MFi Hearing Aids
A patent application may give insight into Apple’s plans for MFi hearing aids. New features could auto-select profiles based on environment.
Apple Targeted by Yet Another Dutch Class Action
A second Dutch class action lawsuit against Apple brews, even as Apple continues to struggle with a regulatory agency in The Netherlands.
Apple Granted Patent for Sleep Mask Wearable Device
Apple was granted a patent for a sleep mask wearable device that would offer a comfortable headphone solution and light-blocking mask.
Suspects Who Used Apple Watch to Track Victims, Drug Dealers and Runners
Seven people who used an Apple Watch to track victims, drug dealers, were indicted. One faces a narcotics conspiracy charge.