iPhone 16 Pro & iPhone 16 Pro Max review roundup: size, bezels, and no Apple Intelligence

Apple's iPhone 16 Pro Max The initial reviews for Apple's iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are arriving, with most reviewers saying that the improvements are small, or at least will be until Apple Intelligence launches too. Apple said during the "It's Glowtime" event that Apple Intelligence features would be rolling out in…

Continue ReadingiPhone 16 Pro & iPhone 16 Pro Max review roundup: size, bezels, and no Apple Intelligence

iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus review roundup: Small but necessary upgrades

The first reviews of the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have started to arrive, with reviewers seeing smaller updates in a device getting closer to the Pro line, albeit without Apple Intelligence. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus introduce a few changes to the smartphone, including a new A18 chip that is made…

Continue ReadingiPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus review roundup: Small but necessary upgrades

This refurb Apple Watch Ultra is just $449 right now

The Apple Watch Ultra is definitely one of the coolest and most capable smartwatches ever made, even if we’re talking about the first edition. One thing we can say against it, however, is the price, because at $799, it’s certainly expensive. But if you’ve balked at the high price before, this refurbished model is down…

Continue ReadingThis refurb Apple Watch Ultra is just $449 right now

Apple Watch & AirPods play a big role in Apple’s ecosystem

Apple's iPhone 16 launch grabbed headlines, but it's the quiet stars of the show, the new Apple Watch and AirPods, that affect how iPhone buyers stay connected to the Apple ecosystem. During Apple's "Glowtime" event, the company unveiled a new Apple Watch and the latest generation of AirPods. These two accessories, which have become integral…

Continue ReadingApple Watch & AirPods play a big role in Apple’s ecosystem

Euroconsumer files class action suit against Apple over ‘unfair profits’

Euroconsumer files class action suit against Apple over 'unfair profits' Consumer advocacy group Euroconsumer is launching a coordinated class-action suit in Belgium, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, alleging it was Apple's fault that music services raised subscription charges. "Apple didn't play fair," reads the Euroconsumer class action suit page. "As a big tech player, Apple abused…

Continue ReadingEuroconsumer files class action suit against Apple over ‘unfair profits’

Judge dismisses suit against Facebook over iOS privacy settings

App Tracking Transparency A lawsuit claiming that Facebook parent company Meta concealed how Apple's iOS privacy settings would hurt advertisers, has been dismissed. Now according to Reuters, a lawsuit was brought against Meta by shareholders over the issue. The suit alleged that Meta had defrauded shareholders by concealing the extent of how ATT would affect…

Continue ReadingJudge dismisses suit against Facebook over iOS privacy settings

Apple enables direct Thread control for smart home devices with iOS 18

The Thread-enabled Nanoleaf Essentials bulb In iOS 18, Apple quietly enabled the Thread radio found on recent iPhone models to directly control Apple Home and Matter devices. Thread is a new IP-based smart home connectivity standard that has slowly been increasing in adoption in recent years. It's an alternative to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Zigbee and…

Continue ReadingApple enables direct Thread control for smart home devices with iOS 18

Save on Apple Products with these early Amazon Fall Prime Day Deals

Fall Prime Day is coming, but Apple deals are in effect now. Amazon's October Prime Day is coming, but there are dozens of deals in effect now to save you hundreds on Apple products and accessories. Thousands of items are on sale at Amazon heading into Prime Big Deal Days, and we've rounded up top…

Continue ReadingSave on Apple Products with these early Amazon Fall Prime Day Deals

Apple releases second firmware for AirPods Pro 2 in two weeks

Apple has brought out another update for the AirPods Pro 2, barely a week after its previous release, as well as firmware for the AirPods 4. On September 10, Apple released firmware affecting the AirPods Pro 2. Just eight days later, a second firmware release has been issued for the personal audio gear. The earlier…

Continue ReadingApple releases second firmware for AirPods Pro 2 in two weeks