Apple’s iPhone 15 led sales globally in mid-2024 with Samsung close behind

Apple's iPhone 15 soared to the top of global smartphone sales in 2024, marking a new wave of demand for premium tech and flashy features. Counterpoint Research shows that Apple's iPhone 15 and Pro counterparts topped global sales in the third quarter of 2024. Samsung and Xiaomi held positions in the top ten, indicating a…

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M4 MacBook Pro review roundup: great, fast, but no surprises

The first reviews are in for Apple's new M4 MacBook Pro, and they all enthuse about the performance and the battery life, but some regret that there's no striking redesign. Apple announced the new M4 MacBook Pro in its week of Mac announcements, and the first pre-orders will be shipping to customers for Friday, November…

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Daughter freezes out dad, after her iPhone was embedded in an ice skating rink

iPhone in an ice rink - Image credit: Steve Hubbard/BBC An iPhone has been frozen under the surface of an ice rink for about two months, after a worker slipped up and left his understandably angry daughter's mobile device on the floor. Skaters at an ice rink in Milton Keynes, UK, will see an unusual…

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iPad mini (A17 Pro) vs iPad (10th gen)

Apple’s 10th-generation iPad was introduced in October 2022. It gained a new colorful design with no Home button, USB-C instead of Lightning, a better camera, and a larger screen (10.9 inches up from 10.2 inches). The iPad mini was updated in October 2024. It costs $150/£150 more and offers a better processor and a slightly…

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iMac review roundup: good performance, good price — and great colors

M4 24-inch iMac - Image credit: Apple Apple's new M4 24-inch iMac shows that the all-in-one desktop computer still has a loyal fanbase, with every reviewer also relishing the more vibrant colors of the new model. Apple hosted a "week of exciting announcements" in late October, debuting three upgraded Mac models. Among them was a…

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M4 Mac mini review roundup: Pint-sized powerhouse that won’t break the bank

Apple's overhaul of the Mac mini with M4 has been warmly received by reviewers, with many highlighting how it's one of the best values you can get right now — provided you avoid those pricey upgrades. Apple's introduction of the New Mac mini on October 29 wasn't its usual spec-bump update. After months of rumors,…

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Apple’s M4 MacBook Pro gets new early Black Friday discounts

Save up to $300 on Apple's new MacBook Pro M4 - Image credit: Apple Early Black Friday deals are in effect on Apple's 2024 MacBook Pro M4, with every configuration — retail and CTO — eligible for a coupon discount. Unlock savings of up to $300 off the configuration of your choosing with promo code…

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Apple Ring speculation rises as Samsung readies Galaxy Ring 2

The long-rumored Apple Ring continues to generate buzz as industry insiders speculate on its potential to reshape health tech, despite uncertainty around its release. Wearable technology has evolved rapidly, with smartwatches and fitness trackers leading the charge. Both Samsung and Apple are now delving into more discrete, ring-style wearables, which offer a more subtle and…

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How to fix iPhone Notes disappearing after iCloud update

When iPhone users accepted new iCloud terms, some were shocked to see all their Notes disappear from the app. Here's how to get them back. A recent bug affecting Apple's Notes app has left some iPhone users concerned after their notes appeared to vanish. The issue seems to impact iPhones running iOS 18 versions after…

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