Apple showcases bokeh-enhanced Portrait photos shot with iPhone XS

Apple on Wednesday took the unusual step of officially announcing a series of photos shot using the Portrait mode on the iPhone XS, specifically calling attention to the Depth Control feature which lets people adjust simulated depth-of-field after a photo has been taken.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 5

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 confirms 'beautygate' fix for iPhone XS camera arriving in iOS 12.1

The so-called "beautygate" may soon be coming to an end, as Apple will be fixing the bug causing the smooth skin effect on photographs taken by the iPhone XS' front-facing camera when it releases iOS 12.1 to the general public in the future.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 10

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

iPhone will insulate TSMC from negative financial effects of US trade war with China

Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC is predicting modest growth in the new quarter, suggesting that production of smartphone chips — particularly for Apple's iPhone — will offset not just weakness in cryptocurrency mining, but risks caused by the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 4

Customized gold & titanium $6300 iPhone XS models with clockworks launched by mod shop

Russia's Caviar has launched specially-customized "Grand Complications" versions of the iPhone XS and XS Max, in which the rear shell has been replaced by precious metals and a working watch mechanism.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 13

iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max spreading to other countries in conjunction with iPhone XR sales

Apple has announced that it will start selling the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR in countries beyond the launch territories, with new sales starting on Oct. 26 and Nov. 2.

Mike Wuerthele 7 years ago 1

One month later: iPhone XS versus the iPhone XS Max

When upgrading to Apple's new iPhone XS, you have to choose between the 5.8-inch XS or the 6.5-inch XS Max. After spending a month with both phones, there's a few real-world differences between the two models that may be worth knowing about before reaching a decision.

Vadim Yuryev 7 years ago 38

How to use the Apple Upgrade Program to get an iPhone XR, and prepare for pre-orders now

Apple has an easy way for you to get the new iPhone with the Apple Upgrade Program. AppleInsider lays out a potentially money-saving option for Apple customers — especially those that like to upgrade every year.

Stephen Silver 7 years ago 20

Unsurprisingly, the 2019 iPhones are expected to be as waterproof as the iPhone XR

More details have started to emerge about Apple's 2019 iPhone releases, with an early report from Ming-Chi Kuo saying that the new devices will retain the existing level of waterproofing as the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR.

Mike Wuerthele 7 years ago 10

iPhone sales may be taking big hit in China because of weak smartphone market

Despite other data sources to the contrary, Goldman Sachs' Rod Hall is afraid of a slowdown in the Chinese iPhone market that may dramatically impact Apple's quarterly earnings, and future prospects in the region.

Mike Wuerthele 7 years ago 13

Forensics firm urges police not to look at screens of iPhones with Face ID

While U.S. police are now sometimes forcing suspects with Face ID-ready iPhones to unlock their devices, Apple's technology is simultaneously making that a risky proposition, one security firm is warning agencies.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 24

iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max carrier deals: Buy one, get one $700 off; $0 per month with eligible trade & more

Now that Apple's iPhone XS and XS Max have hit store shelves, wireless carriers are offering deals on the new devices. We're rounding up where to get the best discounts, including buy one, get one $700 off promotions.

Christine McKee 7 years ago 0

Facebook rolls out 3D Photos feature using iPhone depth map data

Facebook has started to roll out a new imaging feature to users of the social network, with "3D Photos" able to provide the effect of 3D in a two-dimensional photograph, by taking advantage of depth maps generated by newer iPhone models.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 7

iPhone XR launch expected to beat iPhone 8 debut in weakening China smartphone market

Given the weakness of Chinese device manufacturers, and a lack of innovation in new products by them, noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is expecting Apple to have a good local debut in a critical October holiday period.

Mike Wuerthele 7 years ago 2

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