High costs mean Apple will limit 2nm processors to iPhone 18 Pro models

TSMC is developing a 2nm process A new report from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that only certain models of the 2026 iPhone 18 range — presumably the Pro editions — will get 2nm processors. It's previously been reported that Apple will not be able to use 2 nanometer processor technology until the iPhone 18 Pro…

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Europe demands Apple open up iOS to allow rivals such as alternative smartwatches

Margrethe Vestager, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission The European Commission has begun to set out legal requirements for Apple to open up all of iOS and iPadOS to third parties, on top of allowing rival App Stores and payment systems. As one European Union investigation has found that Apple is in breach of the…

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PSA: Link-sharing bug in iOS 18 Messages can cause iPhone crashes, data loss

iPhone owners who have installed Apple’s new iOS 18 software update should be warned: There’s a Messages bug that can cause crashes and may even result in the loss of valuable data. One of 9to5Mac’s readers spotted and reported the bug, which the site (having successfully reproduced it) then discussed in a news article Wednesday.…

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Compared: AirPods 4 vs AirPods 3

AirPods 4 [left], AirPods 3 [right] Apple's fourth-generation AirPods include optional ANC, borrowing from the AirPods Pro line. Here's how its specifications line up against the AirPods 3. As part of its iPhone 16 launch at the "Glowtime" event, Apple introduced an update to its AirPods line. An ideal accessory for the iPhone, the AirPods…

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Folding iPhone may be touch sensitive all over

The iPhone 16 range features an all-new Camera Control button, the idea for which is part of this newly-granted patent Apple has been granted a patent for touch sensitive control areas including solid-state buttons on any surface of the current iPhone design, and a folding one. The touch screen wasn't invented with the iPhone, but…

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Danny Boyle uses iPhone 15 Pro Max to film ’28 Years Later’

Cameras of the iPhone 15 Pro Max The upcoming Danny Boyle horror sequel "28 Years Later" was shot on the iPhone 15 Pro Max, marking another movie that took advantage of Apple's product lines. Principal filming of "28 Years Later," a continuation of the "28 Days Later" franchise, took place over the summer. But while…

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iPhone SE and iPhone 17 will be first to get Apple’s 5G modem

Future iPhones will use Apple's own 5G modem Yet another report says Apple's own 5G modem will launch in 2025, cutting Qualcomm out of its iPhone SE and even iPhone 17 profits. It's been previously reported that the Apple-built 5G modem would come in 2025. Whenever it comes, the modem will replace the Qualcomm ones…

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Hands on with Apple’s 25W MagSafe charger for iPhone 16

Apple upgraded its MagSafe charger this year Alongside it new iPhone 16 lineup, Apple also released a new, faster MagSafe charger. Ours arrived ahead of the launch so here's how it differs from the original models. MagSafe is Apple's proprietary charging technology that magnetically connects to the rear of your compatible iPhone, encompassing the iPhone…

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BenQ Monitor Discounts: Top deals start at $449.99 for a limited time

Grab coupon savings on 5 BenQ monitors. Five aggressive BenQ monitor deals are live now, with prices starting at just $449.99 (the lowest on record). Exclusive BenQ monitor coupon Each of the deals below can be activated with promo code APINSIDER at Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama. With the monitors already on sale via instant rebates,…

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