Apple's custom Neural Engine in iPhone XS about 'letting nothing get in your way'

Apple's insistence on custom design of chips like the Neural Engine in the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR is about unchaining the company's other designers, according to the lead of its chip architects.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 27

iPhone XS improvements to Qi wireless charging limited to efficiency, not voltage increase

The initial wave of reviews for the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are starting to roll in, with them universally finding that Apple's implementation of Qi charging on the new models hasn't increased the power, but has instead improved efficiency of the technology.

AppleInsider Staff 7 years ago 2

Tim Cook talks iPhone XS, Apple Watch, China tariffs on 'Good Morning America'

In an interview with Robin Roberts from New York, Apple CEO touted the new iPhones and also spoke about some policy questions.

Stephen Silver 7 years ago 16

iPhone XS LTE speeds up to 266 percent faster than iPhone X, early test reveals

As we head towards the release of the iPhone XS, the first speed tests are teasing what we can expect when it comes to LTE speeds across the major carriers. According to results from SpeedSmart.net, iPhone XS and XS Max will boast quite the improvement from last year's iPhone X.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 45

Photographers share stunning photos shot on iPhone XS

As it does almost every year, Apple granted a pair of professional photographers early access to iPhone XS ahead of its release to show off the handset's capabilities. Prior to launch this Friday, travel photographer Austin Mann and former White House photographer Pete Souza on Monday shared images pulled from Apple's flagship smartphone.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 24

Kuo: High preorder demand for Apple Watch Series 4, low expectations for 5.8-inch iPhone XS

Breaking down first weekend pre-order sales of Apple's just announced iPhone and Apple Watch products, noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes current shipping estimates and launch day supply bode well for iPhone XS Max and Apple Watch Series 4. Demand for the 5.8-inch iPhone XS, however, appears to be lower than expected.

Mikey Campbell 7 years ago 31

Apple focuses on size with 'Illusion' ad for iPhone XS & XS Max

Apple on Saturday uploaded the first TV-length ad for the iPhone XS and XS Max to YouTube, dubbed "Illusion."

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 46

If you have an iPhone X, should you upgrade to the iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max?

Preorders for the iPhone XS and XS Max have just commenced, and some may be wondering if it's worth ordering one if they already own an iPhone X. It's a question AppleInsider has been asked a lot, so let's talk about it.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 76

This week on AI: Apple event showcases iPhone XS, XS Max & XR, Apple Watch Series 4

Apple finally swung the hammer this week, introducing the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR, as well as the Apple Watch Series 4. We also found out when the company is set to release iOS 12, tvOS 12, watchOS 5, and macOS Mojave.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 0

New Apple video details iPhone XS and XS Max in less than a minute

In a new video, Apple shows all there is to show about its latest flagship iPhone models that were introduced at a special event on Wednesday.

Stephen Silver 7 years ago 13

How dual-SIM works with Apple's iPhone XS & XS Max

One of the new features of the iPhone XS and XS Max is dual-SIM support, which will let people wield two phone numbers on the same device. Here's how it works in countries where eSIM is available.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 44

iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS not quite as constrained as the iPhone X was at launch

if you slept in this morning and didn't get a pre-order of the iPhone XS Max in within minutes of opening, you won't have to wait as long to get your order this year, if Gene Munster's numbers are correct.

Stephen Silver 7 years ago 29

Your new iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max needs a portable, foldable, or even rollable keyboard

Those gorgeous big screens mean you're going to be using your phone more — and it could even become your primary computing device. You need, and your iPhone deserves, a physical keyboard for when you've got serious work to do. AppleInsider surveys the scene.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 13

Apple adds LG as second OLED supplier as iPhone XS rolls off assembly lines

Apple has indeed selected LG Display as its second supplier of OLED panels for iPhone displays, following a successful series of quality tests, a report said on Friday.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 9

Podcast

More about the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, and Series 4 Apple Watch on the AppleInsider Podcast

Victor Marks 7 years ago 5

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