LaCie intros Portable SSD with 10Gbps USB-C, storage up to 2TB

LaCie on Wednesday announced its new Portable SSD, an external drive intended for people working in video, photography, and other media-intensive fields.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 12

How to use your iPhone to follow the long-term impact of your midterms vote

This midterm election saw a rush of new people coming to vote. Political engagement doesn't stop there, though, and your iOS device will help you continue to have your say.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 5

Apple having 'no meaningful discussion' with Qualcomm about iPhone modem settlement, trial imminent

Even with the time, money, and legal pitfalls at stake, Apple isn't talking to Qualcomm about resolving the businesses' worldwide legal battle, a report claimed on Wednesday.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 7

TwelveSouth PowerPic combines wireless iPhone charging with photo frame

TwelveSouth on Wednesday released the PowerPic, a 10-watt wireless charger for iPhones that blends into rooms as a photo frame.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 6

OnePlus plus has bit into Apple in India, and things may only get worse

Apple is facing not just lower iPhone sales in India during 2018, but even a shrinking userbase as it deals with the likes of Android-based phone maker OnePlus, according to new research data.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 31

Apple will likely be unaffected by the federal election results, but inside California is a different story

Democrats gained control of the House of Representatives, meaning divided government and changes in how Washington works — and AppleInsider takes a look at possible implications for Apple's initiatives in Washington D.C., and on a more local level how the company may have to spend in its home state.

Stephen Silver 7 years ago 19

LG Display starts production of 400,000 OLED panels for Apple

LG Display has reportedly started to mass produce OLED panels for Apple, which could be used in the production of iPhone displays, with the first batch of 400,000 panels expected to be delivered in December.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 3

iPhone XR production cuts suspected based on questionably weak demand, component quality issues

Rosenblatt Securities' Jun Zhang has jumped on reports that Apple is allegedly reducing production of the iPhone XR within weeks of its release, warning of further production cuts and possible supply issues over the quality of printed circuit boards.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 12

Here are some of the best cases for Apple's 2018 iPad Pro that you can buy now

It might be tempting to use a new iPad Pro naked, especially if you've paid for AppleCare+. The brute fact however is that iPads are fragile and expensive — you should get a case as soon as possible if you want to be genuinely mobile. These are some of the better early options.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 12

Apple issues second release of iOS 12.1 just for the iPhone XR

Apple has rolled out a new release of iOS 12.1 specifically for the iPhone XR, with the update rolling out to the iPhone model if it has not already gone through the update process with the version released seven days ago.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 4

Chase opens 'Apple Ultimate Rewards Store' for discounts on Apple hardware

U.S. bank Chase on Tuesday opened the "Apple Ultimate Rewards Store," a site where people with eligible credit cards can knock down the price of Apple devices with points earned through purchases.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 6

Even with all the improvements to the iPad Pro, it still can't replace my Mac yet

I was hopeful that this would be the year that I could shift my workflow to the iPad Pro, but once again, there is nothing on Apple's tablet line that is able to usurp my Mac. Let's talk about why.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 77

Parallels Toolbox 3 adds dark mode for macOS Mojave & more tools

PC virtualization software producer Parallels has released Toolbox 3, with the updated collection of utilities introducing new and enhanced versions of existing tools, as well as adding support for features included in macOS Mojave like its dark mode.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 4

iPhone XR maker Pegatron says labor shortages fixed, no orders switching to Foxconn

Pegatron was able to solve workforce shortages in time for the October launch of the iPhone XR, and despite rumors is holding onto its share of production for the device, a report indicated this week.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 0

Foxconn may transfer Chinese engineers to Wisconsin LCD plant due to difficult labor market [u]

Foxconn may transfer engineers from China to staff its under-construction facility in Wisconsin due to a lack of appropriate skilled labor in the area, with Apple's assembly partner keen to meet employment targets in order to retain $3 billion in state and local incentives.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 29

Mac mini 2018 Review: Apple's mightiest mini yet

With the Mac mini finally refreshed after four years, we finally have our hands on the newest model. We've spent some time running it through the wringer to test Apple's mightiest mini yet.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 151

MacBook Air 2018 Review: Apple's most popular Mac gets an impactful upgrade

Apple has repeatedly described the MacBook Air as the most popular Mac in its lineup, with years of neglect leaving some intimidatingly large shoes for the new 2018 upgrade to fill. After spending the last several days using it as our daily driver, we're here with our review of Apple's latest portable Mac.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 80

Blind comparison of photography on the iPhone XR versus Google Pixel 3 XL

Comparing the iPhone XS Max's camera to the shooter on Google's Pixel 3 XL is a bit unfair, given the iPhone has a telephoto lens and costs $200 more. The iPhone XR has a single lens camera, just like the Pixel 3 XL, and it's actually $150 cheaper than Google's flagship, but will that work in the Pixel 3 XL's favor?

AppleInsider Staff 7 years ago 36

More first-party complications coming to Apple Watch Series 4 Infograph watch face

Apple appears to have inadvertently leaked several new Series 4 Infograph watch face complications that could debut in a forthcoming watchOS update, though the user interface assets are not active in the current watchOS 5.1.1 patch.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 5

Apple highlights glowing iPad Pro reviews ahead of Wednesday release

Ahead of launch this Wednesday, Apple has shared a series of glowing iPad Pro reviews that praise the fresh tablets' ultra slim design, powerful hardware and accessories like the second-generation Apple Pencil.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 20

Apple awarded Eleanor Roosevelt Humanitarian Award for work toward device accessibility

The Center for Hearing and Communication on Monday will award Apple the Eleanor Roosevelt Humanitarian Award for its efforts toward creating accessible products and technologies for people living with disabilities.

Mikey Campbell 7 years ago 4

Apple targeted in new patent infringement lawsuit over video processing technology

Apple has been hit by a new patent lawsuit from Dynamic Data Technologies, with the suit alleging Apple's products and services have infringed on 11 patents relating to video streaming, processing and optimization.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 11

iPhone XS bests iPhone XR in cellular signal strength thanks to better antennas

Even though they share the same Intel modem, the iPhone XS gets definitively better signal strength than the iPhone XR, according to test results shared on Monday.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 8

Health-tracking AirPods are on the way, suggests Bluetooth group's records

Apple's long-rumored second-generation of AirPods may have surfaced in regulatory filings, after the discovery of certification with the Bluetooth SIG potentially indicating a launch of new wireless earphones from the iPhone producer is inching closer, while trademark changes point to more health and wellness capabilities.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 9

How to use your iPhone to get to voting locations, and to track the midterms' results

The major ride-sharing companies have special deals to help people get to their nearest voting station, and when you're done, use Apple News to deliver up the minute results.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 6

Apple Watch picks up two new colorful Hermes band styles

Apple on Monday released two new Hermes bands for the Apple Watch, looking to appeal to the fashion side of the wearable's fanbase.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 5

Apple ships watchOS 5.1.1 update without Apple Watch bricking bug

Apple has unexpectedly shipped an update to watchOS bringing it to version 5.1.1, a release of the wearable operating system that seems to solve a recent issue that bricked some models of Apple Watch.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 15

Lowest prices: $50 off Apple's new 2018 MacBook Air and iPad Pro

In what is the first material discount off MSRP on Apple's latest hardware, MacMall is knocking $50 off select 2018 iPad Pros, as well as Apple's standard Late 2018 13-inch MacBook Air. Prices start at just $899 after the cash discount, with free shipping as well.

Christine McKee 7 years ago 0

Olloclip expands iPhone clip-on lenses with new Intro and Pro series

Accessory producer Olloclip has introduced two new series of lenses that can be clipped onto an iPhone, with the Intro series aimed as a low-cost way for amateur photographers to change their smartphone images, while the Pro series offers higher quality lenses for prosumer or professional usage.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 3

Apple Pay finally 'coming soon' to Germany

Apple Pay is at last "coming soon" to Germany, according to the company's website, though it has less than two months to fulfill a 2018 launch date it promised earlier in the year.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 11

Analyst fears over iPhone XR shipments, future sales figures prompt AAPL sell-off

Apple's stock price has taken a beating during early Monday trading, after analysts from two investment firms downgraded the iPhone producer following the latest quarterly results release, with analysts pessimistic on shipment figures and the lack of data going forward.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 33

Supreme Court refuses to hear Net Neutrality appeal overturn

A two-year legal battle about preserving Net Neutrality legislation that was made moot by new regulations has ended, as the U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear the case.

Mike Wuerthele 7 years ago 0

First wave of 2018 iPad Pro reviews praise new features, but warn on price & OS limitations

Some of the earliest reviews of the 2018 iPad Pros have gone live, lauding the tablets for their improvements, while cautioning that they may not be for everyone, given high prices and limits in completely replacing a laptop.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 63

Look to the new Mac mini with Thunderbolt 3 to predict what the 'modular' Mac Pro will be

There aren't many users who have a real need for the internal expansion options that the old Mac Pro used to give us — yet they are loud and there will probably be a roar of disappointment when the machine comes out, because we don't think "modular" as it refers to the forthcoming Mac Pro means what some of the devout want it to mean.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 85

iPhone XR demand reportedly forcing Apple to cut production expansion plans

Apple, after seeing allegedly poor demand for the iPhone XR, has reportedly told assembly partners Foxconn and Pegatron to stop any preparations the firms are making for new smartphone production lines specifically for the recently-launched model.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 70

iPhone XS versus iPhone X - which phone unlocks faster with Face ID

The iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max are all packing Apple's second-generation Face ID, an updated version of the biometric authentication system which is supposed to be faster than the version introduced with the iPhone X. Is there actually a noticeable difference between the already-fast and the potentially faster versions in the real world?

AppleInsider Staff 7 years ago 23

How to share iCloud Photo Library photos with anyone, and revoke permission

One of the smaller reasons to flip on Apple's iCloud Photo Library is easier sharing with people who may not have an Apple device, or who might not be as technically savvy — here's how to make that happen.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 6

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