Andrew Orr

Tech Beat Reporter

Since 2015, Andrew has been writing in the online tech community, specializing in Apple-related topics as well as privacy and security. He has also been a guest on podcasts such as MacVoices and In Touch With iOS.

In his free time, Andrew enjoys Mario Kart competitions with friends, taking a walk in a local park, and wishing he had more houseplants.

Latest Articles from Andrew Orr

How to build an offline reading library & access articles anytime

Don't let a flaky internet connection or a disappearing webpage stand between you and your favorite articles. Here's how to save articles for offline reading.

Andrew Orr | 5 hours ago

A new iPhone 16e survey overlooks who the device is for

A recent survey found Apple's new iPhone 16e isn't impressing existing iPhone users, but it misses the point on the smartphone's intended consumer base.

Andrew Orr | 5 days ago

New M4 MacBook Air is great, but MacBook Pro still commands Apple's laptop business

Apple's M4 MacBook Air is more powerful than ever, but the MacBook Pro still dominates the premium laptop market.

Andrew Orr | 5 days ago

Pebble's new smartwatches take on Apple Watch with longer battery life

Pebble is back and is betting that a 30-day battery life can shake up the smartwatch market dominated by Apple Watch.

Andrew Orr | 6 days ago

Cisco adds AirPlay & Vision Pro support to Microsoft Teams Rooms

Cisco is expanding support for Apple users in the workplace with new integrations for AirPlay and Apple Vision Pro.

Andrew Orr | 1 week ago

ViewSonic's new 5K monitor rivals Apple's Studio Display for half the price

ViewSonic's new 27-inch high-resolution monitor offers pro-level color accuracy for creatives without the premium Apple Studio Display price.

Andrew Orr | 1 week ago

Apple's lowest-selling iPhones still crush rival premium flagships

Apple's lower-priced iPhone models might seem weak at first, but they're still outperforming nearly every other competitor in the smartphone market.

Andrew Orr | 1 week ago

Apple Watch loses steam as global smartwatch shipments dropped in 2024

For the first time ever, global smartwatch shipments declined in 2024, with Apple experiencing its sharpest downturn yet.

Andrew Orr | 1 week ago

Western Digital launches massive 26TB drives for pros & NAS users

The demand for storage just got a major upgrade as Western Digital unveiled new high-capacity HDDs built for creative professionals and NAS environments.

Andrew Orr | 1 week ago

M1 Max, M2 Max, M4 Max compared - how high-end Apple Silicon has evolved

With every generation, Apple's Max-series chips have pushed the boundaries of performance, and M4 Max in the new Mac Studio delivers the most significant leap yet in performance.

Andrew Orr | 2 weeks ago

Apple's M3 Ultra unlocks next-level power for AI, graphics & 3D rendering

Apple's M3 Ultra is its most powerful chip yet, delivering speed, advanced AI capabilities, and efficiency. Here's how it breaks down.

Andrew Orr | 2 weeks ago

Apple goes to court to fight UK demand for iCloud encryption backdoor

Apple is taking the UK government to court over efforts to force the company to weaken iCloud encryption.

Andrew Orr | 2 weeks ago

Hermes Apple Watch band lineup expands with bold colors & classic designs

Luxury meets versatility in the latest Apple Watch Hermes band collection, featuring fresh hues and refined craftsmanship.

Andrew Orr | 2 weeks ago

Apple Watch tech gives NHL refs an edge with real-time alerts

NHL referees won't need to visually scan for a clock during Saturday's Stadium Series game — they'll feel it on their wrist.

Andrew Orr | 3 weeks ago

Amazon launches Alexa+ as Siri advancements drag on

The AI assistant wars are heating up as Amazon announces Alexa+, an upgraded assistant powered by generative AI, while an upgraded Siri remains unfinished.

Andrew Orr | 3 weeks ago

iPhone 16e focuses on real needs for regular people

While tech fans might find the iPhone 16e underwhelming, its practical features and fair price are exactly what many users need.

Andrew Orr | 3 weeks ago

visionOS 2.4 beta brings several long-awaited features to Apple Vision Pro

Apple just dropped visionOS 2.4 Beta, packing powerful new tools, a new guest experience, a fresh Spatial Gallery app, and the debut of Apple Intelligence on Vision Pro.

Andrew Orr | 1 month ago