iPhone 12

Tested: MagSafe charging speed versus Qi, USB-C, and USB-A

We put Apple's MagSafe charger to test to see how fast it truly is, and see how it compares to USB-C, Qi, and USB-A.

Andrew O'Hara | 3 years ago

PopSockets PopGrip review: Finally, MagSafe delivers a better PopSocket experience

As long-time skeptics of PopSockets, we've finally come around thanks to a new MagSafe version for iPhone 12 and iPhone 13.

Andrew O'Hara | 3 years ago

iPhone 13 wide-angle camera lawsuit expanded to include iPhone 12, 2021 iPad Pro

An existing lawsuit claiming that Apple's iPhone infringes camera patents has now been extended with a demand that the damages include older devices.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Apple repairing certain iPhone 12 models sold in UAE over sound fault [u]

An unknown number of iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro models sold in the United Arab Emirates have been affected by an issue with an audio component.and Apple has recently continued the program in the country.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

iOttie Velox car charger review: A luxe MagSafe-compatible Qi vent mount

The iOttie Velox car charger may not be MagSafe-certified, but it is the best magnetic car charger we've tested for iPhone 13 and iPhone 12.

Andrew O'Hara | 3 years ago

New Belkin 3-in-1 charger is first to feature Apple Watch Series 7 fast charging

Belkin's new Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad keeps your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch charged up while reducing cord clutter.

Amber Neely | 3 years ago

Belkin BoostCharge Magnetic Wireless Car Charger review: An acceptable MagSafe solution

Belkin's BoostCharge Magnetic Wireless Car Charger is a sleeker version of its Vent Mount Pro that can power your iPhone while keeping it at arm's reach.

Andrew O'Hara | 3 years ago

Steve Wozniak 'can't tell the difference' between iPhone 12 and iPhone 13

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is reportedly unimpressed with the iPhone 13, saying it's indistinguishable from the iPhone 12.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Engineer details how he created the world's first USB-C iPhone

The engineer who modified an iPhone to sport a USB-C port has now shared the process of how the "world's first" Apple USB-C smartphone came to be.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

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Scosche launches new MagSafe car mount, wireless Bluetooth earbuds

Scosche has debuted new accessories ahead of the holidays, including wireless earbuds and a magnetic car mounting system that's compatible with the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Chinese students sue Apple over not including chargers with iPhones

A group of students from Chinese universities are suing Apple over its decision to not include chargers with the iPhone 12 and later.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

No, Apple is not making better products because Jony Ive left

Apple is doing fine since Jony Ive left the company, and it was doing fine before he left. This does not mean that he wasn't a loss, but it also does not mean that Apple has somehow been liberated by his leaving.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Apple to beat Q4 2021 consensus, supply issues 'overblown,' analyst says

Apple is likely to outperform expectations when it reports earnings for its fourth quarter of 2021, but the actual call with investors is unlikely to be a catalyst, Morgan Stanley says.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Apple to report solid Q4 earnings but may face iPhone shortages, analyst says

A Wedbush analyst is expecting Apple to beat across the board when it reports earnings later in October, though he adds that supply constraints could lead to iPhone shortages in the holiday quarter.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Crash testing popular MagSafe car vent mounts for iPhone 12 and iPhone 13

Now that both the iPhone 12 lineup and the newly-released iPhone 13 lineup support MagSafe, in-car mounts using the technology have risen in popularity. We took four of the most popular ones and subjected them to an impact test to see which ones held our phones safe.

Andrew O'Hara | 3 years ago