New research on touchscreen technology shows that varying the temperature during finger-device interaction can mimic the experience of typing on an actual physical keyboard, making the human brain believe that the interaction is real.
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iPhone SE (2022) vs iPhone 13 (2021): Which iPhone is Best for You?
The new iPhone SE has the same A15 Bionic chip found in the iPhone 13, plus it is also 5G compatible and has a 7MP front-facing camera that supports Center Stage. Are those enough to consider the iPhone SE over the iPhone 13?
iPhone SE 5G May Suffer on AT&T and Verizon
Apple’s new 5G iPhone SE is a welcome refresh, but customers will need to make sure their carrier uses a supported 5G frequency.
Apple Announces Third-Generation iPhone SE
Apple’s third-generation iPhone SE brings 5G wireless to the budget smartphone, along with upgrades to the processor, camera, and battery.
Survey Says 40% of iPhone Users Will Buy New iPhone SE
As we approach the launch of the new iPhone SE, a poll suggests quite a few consumers are ready to break out their credit cards to snag one.
Review: Mophie 3-in-1 Charger is a Sexy Unit for Apple Devices
Mophie announced its 3-in-1-charger in February. Billed as a travel charger it can charge your MagSafe iPhone 12 or later.
These 5 Focus Mode Tips Could Revolutionize Your Life
One of the best features of iOS show lets you control who and which apps can interrupt you. Here are some tips to make the most of Focus Mode.
Report Shows Apple Leading Smartphone Sales in Q4 2021
A report on smartphone sales numbers show Apple in the lead for the fourth quarter of 2021, but trailing for the full year.
iPhone Chipmaker TSMC Affected by Taiwan Power Outage
Amidst blackouts that rolled across southern Taiwan, iPhone chipmaker TSMC experienced power fluctuations that may impact Apple’s supplies.
Study Finds iPhone Magsafe Technology Dangerous for those with Cardiac Devices
The first study to test the magnetic interference of the iPhone and its MagSafe accessories on a comprehensive set of pacemakers (PM) and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) from all major manufacturers shows that the magnetic component of the iPhone 12 can inadvertently activate the magnetic switch of PMs and ICDs. This can be critically harmful if it happens outside a controlled environment or without the presence of medical practitioners.
As Global Smartphone Revenue Hits Record High of US$448 Billion in 2021, Apple Beats Other Manufactures by Capturing Highest Share in Q4
Apple takes the majority of smartphone revenue in Q4 of 2021 as the global smartphone revenue hits a record high of US$488 billion. Chinese smartphone manufacturers get their fair share of market revenue as companies such as Oppo and Xiaomi challenge Apple and Samsung in the high-end smartphone market.
iOS 15.4 Developer Beta 4 Adds New Siri Voice
Apple has released iOS 15.4 developer beta four to test. One of the major features is a new voice for Siri.
Gossip Factories and Other Manufacturing – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-22
Jeff Butts and host Kelly Guimont chat about rumored improvements to 5G in iPhones, and talk about the appearance of new hardware in 2022.
Turn on MMS on iPhone to Send Messages With Photos to Android Users
To make sure sending photos from an iPhone to an Android device works iOS users need to turn on MMS messaging.
Totallee Hybrid MagSafe Cases Released for iPhone 12
Hybrid MagSafe cases for the iPhone 12 series are available from totallee for US$39. In December these cases were released for the iPhone 13.
Apple’s App Store Policies Under Fire by Another Dutch Group
According to a Dutch foundations, Apple’s and Google’s app store policies have cost residents more than a billion euros in excess payments.
Bronx Woman Sentenced to 21 Months for iPhone Insurance Scam
Yet another iPhone insurance scam has come to a close, and a Bronx woman earned herself 21 months in prison for mail fraud.
iPhone 13 Comparison Against the Samsung Galaxy S22
How does Apple’s latest smartphone compete with the Samsung Galaxy S22? PCMag published this iPhone 13 comparison to find out.
An Angel Shot for Your iPhone: the SOS Shortcut You Need to Install
Personal safety has become more important than ever. One automation expert has developed the best SOS shortcut we’ve ever seen.
Review: Polarr is a Flexible Photo Editor for Many Platforms
Polarr is a photo-editing app for iOS and Android that packs a punch. It has a lot of features for people to edit and create/share styles.
iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 Beta 2 Rolling Out
Apple has begun distributing iOS 15.4 beta 2 to developers, along with iPadOS 15.4, tvOS 15.4, watchOS 8.5, and more.
Mophie Releases Magnetic Stand, Travel Charger for iPhone
Mophie announced two new products today. One is a 3-in-1 travel charger for iPhone, and the other is a portable magnetic charging stand.
'Tap to Pay on iPhone' Coming Later This Year, Apple Says
Apple has officially announced Tap to Pay on iPhone, its contactless peer-to-peer payment system for small businesses to accept payments.
Israel Wants to Know if Pegasus Spyware Used in Own Country
The government of Israel is opening an investigation to determine if its own law enforcement used Pegasus spyware against Israeli businesses.