Meta cancels its headset rival to Apple Vision Pro

Meta Quest Pro Last updated 21 minutes ago Meta's chief technology officer has all but confirmed reports that the company is abandoning its plan to take on the Apple Vision Pro with a similarly powerful device. Right before the announcement of the Apple Vision Pro, Meta "leaked" its four-year plan for virtual and mixed reality…

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Foldable MacBook Pro delayed to at least 2027

A generated image of a foldable MacBook concept Technical challenges mean that Apple won't be able to launch a foldable MacBook Pro in 2025 as expected, says Ming-Chi Kuo, and it may not be out until late 2027 or 2028. It's previously been rumored that Apple was working on an all-screen, foldable MacBook Pro, which…

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Apple Ring research points to dozens of uses far beyond health monitoring

The patent application proposes using a Smart Ring to point at anything you want to control Apple's latest research into an Apple Ring doesn't just suggest what it looks like, but also positions it at the center of iPhone and Mac control, and as a remote to household appliances. Apple's latest research into an Apple…

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Upgrading a Mac Studio’s internal storage is still hard, even with custom parts

Custom PCBs used to upgrade Mac Studio's storage [YouTube/dosdude1] The flash storage on a Mac Studio is extremely difficult to upgrade, but a skilled hardware hacker has proven it can be done — assuming you have the skill, tools, time, and patience. Since its switch to Apple Silicon, Apple has soldered the storage to the…

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Exclusive: iPhone 16 camera specs & Capture Button details revealed

New camera updates updates coming to the iPhone 16 line Video: AppleInsider has learned exclusive new details regarding the upgraded camera system and rumored capture button on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. Here's what you need to know. Apple is widely expected to announce its latest round of iPhones during an event taking…

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Apple tweaking how default browsers are selected in EU

As well as updating default browser choices, EU users will have more control over default apps such as Messages, Photos, and Camera Apple is responding to EU criticism about alternative browser choices by simplifying selection, and in addition it's adding more options over user control of other default apps. In response to the EU's Digital…

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Future Apple headsets may use liquid lenses to correct vision

Users may be able to trade inserts for auto-adjusting lenses. Apple is working on technology that could allow you to ditch the expensive Zeiss inserts needed to correct vision issues on the Apple Vision Pro. Future headsets could dynamically change focus based on what you're looking at. Dynamically focusing systems use liquid-filled lenses and electrical…

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Identity verification becomes mandatory for Apple Cash users in October

Identity verification becomes mandatory for Apple Cash users in October Apple Cash, a popular payment service, offers a seamless experience within the iOS Messages app. However, identity verification changes are coming for users. Starting October 4, 2024, Apple Cash will require users to verify their identity for certain transactions, marking a shift in the service's…

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