Apple Pay adds Klarna installments now, PayPal balances later

Klarna on Apple Pay - Image credit: Klarna Apple Pay has started to offer Klarna installment plans for online purchases, while a future update will bring PayPal balances to the Apple Wallet. Coinciding with the tenth anniversary of the launch of Apple Pay, the mobile payments platform is gaining more features that involve other services.…

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New Apple Belfast is the only Apple Store in Northern Ireland

Inside the new Apple Belfast -- Image credit: Belfast Telegraph Apple Belfast, which opens on Friday October 18, 2024, replaces the city's previous Apple Store as the only one on the island of Ireland. The city's original Apple Store opened in 2008 as Apple Victoria Square. It closed on October 15, 2024, and has been…

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Trump says Tim Cook complained to him about the EU

Former President Trump claims that Apple CEO Tim Cook phoned him recently to complain about the billions of dollars that the EU has fined the company. The former president has previously referred to Cook as "Tim Apple," and in March 2024 said Apple should unlock shooters' iPhones because of "foreign apps." But now he says…

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Torras Ostand 360° Spin Fusion MagSafe Case review: iPhone 16 case, stand, and grip

At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Rotatable metal ring MagSafe compatible Generous cut-out for Camera Control Good grip thanks to the textured surface on the frame Cons Not particularly colourful Buttons rattle a little Our Verdict The Torras Ostand 360° Spin Fusion MagSafe Case is a solid case for the iPhone 16, 16 Pro, and 16…

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Best iPhone for seniors

2. Apple iPhone 14 Not every senior wants an iPhone as small as the iPhone SE. An iPhone with a larger display will be much easier for old eyes to see clearly. There is big and there is bigger though. If it’s the biggest iPhone you want then there is a Plus version of the standard…

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Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank review: Charger for when the going gets rough

At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Robust Construction Sturdy stand Rubber cover on the connections Robust USB-C charging cable Cons No Qi2 support Rubber edges can be damaged under heavy use Our Verdict If you don’t need fast inductive charging, the Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank is a robust charger that isn’t afraid…

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How the iPhone 16 Pro Max has made me a believer in annual upgrades

Every September, a not-insignificant chunk of iPhone coverage expresses how the newest iPhone is basically a replica of its predecessor—and that’s true to some extent. Smartphones have matured for the most part, and there’s only so much a phone maker can do. This results in a mix of incremental upgrades and unnecessary additions made for…

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These Amazon Apple deals are perfect for creating the ultimate Boo Basket

Grab Apple deals from just $15 - Image source: Apple/Amazon Halloween Boo Baskets are all the rage this year, and if you're on the hunt for non-sugary gifts for the Apple fan in your life, we've got top deals on Apple gear that's currently on sale at Amazon. While a Boo Basket filled with Apple…

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