Apple Intelligence will drive iPhone 16 sales but isn’t a major factor yet

Apple Intelligence on an iPhone Investment bank JP Morgan analysts say that Apple Intelligence is not yet drawing iPhone users to upgrade, and demand for iPhone 16 Pro models is weaker than it was with the iPhone 15 Pro range. In April 2024, JP Morgan dropped its Apple stock price to $210 because it believed…

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Sonos offers commitment to fix its screwup and not to do it again

The updated and ill-fated Sonos app update. After its summer iPhone app update fiasco, and a series of mostly-broken promises to fix it, Sonos is again trying to win back shaken customer confidence. Sonos hasn't had the best 2024, because of its ham-fisted approach to overhauling its app. After multiple apologies, the smart speaker maker…

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Mokibo Fusion Keyboard for iPad Pro

At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Competitive price. Firm keyboard with large, comfortable keys. Works with a variety of mobile devices and operating systems. Cons No physical trackpad. Virtual trackpad feels a bit awkward. No charging cable included. Our Verdict The virtual trackpad feature isn’t entirely successful, but the Fusion Keyboard gets the basics right, with…

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iPhone users delay upgrades as Android owners rush for new tech

iPhone users delay upgrades Apple's iPhones last longer in users' hands, with many years waiting before an upgrade. Meanwhile, Android users are switching their phones more frequently. A growing number of iPhone users choose to keep their devices for extended periods. Based on CIRP's findings, about one-third of iPhone owners who purchased a new phone…

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The iPhone SE 4 will bring back the notch, kill the Home button

Just weeks after the release of the iPhone 16, thoughts are already turning to the more affordable smartphone Apple plans to unveil early next year. In many ways this will be a far more interesting and radical launch. The iPhone SE is updated less frequently than the flagship models at the top of the iPhone…

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Backblaze review

At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros No storage limit. Comprehensive backups. Private Encryption options Our Verdict Backblaze exists for a very specific purpose, and it does that job brilliantly – just don’t expect to share files with it. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price…

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Subscription-free Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac is now available

Microsoft has released Office 2024, the latest version in its suite of apps that includes Excel, OneNote, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word. While the trend with software is to sell it on a subscription model, Microsoft offers customers the option to make a one-time purchase. Subscribers to Microsoft 365 automatically get the new version. Office 2024…

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Hoping to get Apple gear this holiday? You might want to act fast

If you’re planning to buy an Apple product for a loved one this Christmas, you may want to start your shopping sooner than usual, because a perfect storm of logistical problems is likely to cause severe delays across the holiday season. In a detailed exploration of the factors, AppleInsider reports that Apple faces “giant challenges”…

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