Vadim Yuryev

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Video: Discussing the 11 products that Apple is expected to release in 2019

Prolific Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo published a list of products Apple is expected to ship in 2019. AppleInsider takes a look at the hardware list, and spells out which could potentially be in user's hands before the end of this year.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 11

Video: Should you get an eGPU for your new 2018 Mac mini?

The 2018 Mac mini is a welcome refresh to the compact Mac product line, but the Intel graphics are weak. AppleInsider examines whether it is worth the extra expense of adding an external GPU to the Mac mini.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 32

Video: Nvidia support was abandoned in macOS Mojave, and here's why

Apple's macOS Mojave is a great software update for most users. But, it isn't for those who are using an Nvidia graphics card in their Mac Pro or inside of an external GPU enclosure, so let's talk about why.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 42

Mac desktop shootout -- $3500 iMac 5K versus $1700 Mac mini

The first computer that comes to mind for an Apple desktop for best performance for less than $3500 is the iMac 5K with lots of upgrades, but the Mac mini gives it a run for its money. AppleInsider details two high-end options for the iMac 5K and Mac mini, and compares them head-to-head.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 18

Comparing the 2018 MacBook Air with the less-expensive 2017 model

The 2018 MacBook Air refresh is packed with potential, but is it worth buying it versus the prior generation? AppleInsider talks about which version is the better option for your money.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 63

Apple's rumored gaming subscription could be a big change for mobile gaming

The suggestion that Apple could launch a subscription service for gaming is an interesting proposition, but is there much weight to the idea? AppleInsider examines ways the service could exist, and whether the rumors make sense at all.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 16

Playing 'Fortnite' on an iPad Pro and iPhone XR with a controller is a considerable improvement

Epic Games has recently added MFi controller support for iPhone and iPad to "Fortnite." We decided to see how good of a gaming experience you could get on both the 2018 11-inch iPad Pro and the iPhone XR using the Steelseries Nimbus MFi controller.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 19

A new iPod Touch is coming soon, if the rumor mills are correct

Rumors of a new iPod Touch are coming in from multiple sources, suggesting there's a good chance we'll be seeing a refresh soon. AppleInsider goes over the rumors, and tells you what to expect.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 18

Taking a look at the rumors surrounding Apple's 'AirPods 2'

Apple's AirPods are a highly popular accessory, but with the possibility of a second-generation on the way that could include health tracking-related features, the next version is likely to be both more useful and even more desirable. AppleInsider looks at the rumors surrounding the upcoming earwear.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 27

How to extend the battery life on your Apple Watch

With the holiday season now over, a lot of people are walking around with a brand new Apple Watch. AppleInsider explains how to maximize your Apple Watch battery life so it lasts as long as possible.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 11

Better together: Why Apple Watch owners should buy AirPods

With the holiday season now over, many of us are walking away with a new Apple device, be it a new Apple Watch or a shiny set of AirPods. While the pair are undoubtedly some of Apple's best products ever, they still have their own unique shortcomings that the other item can cover. Here's why AirPods are the perfect match for the Apple Watch.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 34

Everything you need to know to master 'Apple Pencil 2'

The second-generation Apple Pencil was released alongside the 2018 iPad Pro, and things are a little bit different this time around. AppleInsider explains everything you need to know about Apple's latest iteration of its iPad Pro stylus.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 15

Apple's USB-C charger and third-party USB-C Lightning cables are good signs for future iPhones

Apple is now selling its own 18W USB-C charger and is now allowing third-party MFi certified Lightning to USB-C cables. AppleInsider discusses why this is a good sign for future USB-C parity in all of Apple's chargers.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 14

Comparing Apple's new 2018 13-inch MacBook Air to the 12-inch MacBook

Continuing our ongoing MacBook comparison series, we pit the 2017 12-inch MacBook against the 2018 13-inch MacBook Air, the latter of which was recently revamped with a refreshed design, Retina display, Touch ID and more.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 25

Here are the five biggest iPad Pro problems, because no device is perfect

The 2018 iPad Pro is undoubtedly the best iPad ever made. It's chock full of cutting edge features like desktop-grade performance, a completely revamped design, a modernized display, Face ID biometric authentication and support for the brand new Apple Pencil, but no device is perfect.

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11-inch 2018 iPad Pro versus 10.5-inch 2017 iPad Pro performance, head to head

The new 2018 iPad Pro is a marvel of engineering, with a brilliant new design and a chip so powerful that it gives even the most premium laptops a run for their money. AppleInsider takes a closer look at its performance, to see if it is worth getting the new model, or buying 2017 10.5-inch iPad Pro at a discounted price.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 19

How Apple addressed the 'beautygate' effect in iOS 12.1

In this video, we compare selfie photos captured by two iPhone XS Max handsets, one with the latest iOS 12.1 update and another running iOS 12.0.1, to illustrate the fixes Apple implemented for so-called "beautygate" skin smoothing effects.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 23

2018 Mac mini: what you need to know

It's been four years since Apple last updated its Mac mini, but the company apparently heard calls to refresh the beloved headless Mac and on Tuesday delivered a machine worth waiting for.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 39

Everything you need to know about the new 13-inch 2018 MacBook Air

It's been 10 years since Steve Jobs revealed the original MacBook Air, a laptop so thin he introduced it by pulling it out of an envelope. In those 10 years, Apple hasn't changed the iconic large bezel design of the MacBook Air at all — until now.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 30

2018 iPad Pro: everything you need to know

With an "all screen" design, TrueDepth with Face ID, A12X Bionic processor, next-generation Apple Pencil and more, Apple's newly unveiled iPad Pro is more revolution than evolution. AppleInsider breaks down all the details.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 71

Comparing photography: iPhone XS Max versus Google Pixel 3 XL

AppleInsider has already run a number of tests on Google's new Pixel 3 XL to compare it with Apple's iPhone XS Max, and so far the XS Max has better performance while the Pixel 3 XL has better audio reproduction. Now it's time to compare the cameras, and see which flagship smartphone can take the best photos.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 45

Listen as Apple's iPhone XS Max takes on Google's Pixel 3 XL in our smartphone speaker test

Continuing AppleInsider's video series comparing Apple's iPhone XS Max to Google's Pixel 3 XL, this installment takes a closer look — or listen — at the two flagships' speaker systems.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 4

Apple's iPhone XS Max smashes Google's Pixel 3 in benchmark testing

AppleInsider is running Apple's iPhone XS Max and Google's brand new Pixel 3 through a gauntlet of tests to see which of the two flagship smartphones reigns supreme. In this first installment of our special video series we compare the iPhone's A12 Bionic processor against the Pixel 3's Snapdragon silicon.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 133

Should you buy an iPhone XR or used iPhone X?

Preorders for Apple's iPhone XR go live in a matter of hours. If you're looking to upgrade, but don't want to spend $1,000 on an iPhone XS, the XR delivers many of the same technologies at a relatively affordable entry point. But what about a used iPhone X instead?

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 11

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