Future MacBook Pro, iPhone hinges could automatically adjust flexibility

Apple wants MacBook Pro and foldable iPhone lids to move smoothly when you open them, but then be rigidly strong supports for the display — and automatically adjust to what you need.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 1

Mini LED MacBook Pro may face supply constraints at launch

The impact of new coronavirus outbreaks in Taiwan is set to constrain production of mini LED screens, but won't delay the forthcoming MacBook Pro.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 1

Apple notebook shipments grew 94% year-over-year in Q1 2021

Apple shipped an estimated 5.7 million Mac notebooks in the first calendar quarter of 2021, coming in fourth among laptop makers during the period.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 10

MacBook Pro repair experts benefit from stolen Quanta documents

Hacking group REvil's stolen MacBook Pro schematics are now being circulated among repair professionals, who say the information is helping them recover lost data.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 11

Leaked Apple schematics and extortion threats removed from dark web

The ransomware group attempting to extort $50 million from Apple has pulled down previously leaked schematics and removed all references to the previous demands.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 18

Stolen Quanta documents show MacBook Pro with SD card slot, MagSafe

Schematics stolen from Apple supplier Quanta Computer by ransomware gang REvil seemingly confirm that MagSafe, an SD card slot, and HDMI will be coming to a future MacBook Pro.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 64

MacBook Pro models with mini LED reportedly arriving in 2021

Following Apple's addition of a mini LED display to the new 12.9-inch iPad Pro, a market report suggests Apple will add mini LED tech to upcoming 14-inch and 16-inch MacBooks.

Will Shanklin 5 years ago 5

Comparison: Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 versus M1 MacBook Air, MacBook Pro

On Tuesday, Microsoft launched its Surface Laptop 4 range, but the improvements don't seem to be enough to counter Apple's M1 MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 9

Apple announces April 20 special event - iPad Pro, AirTags expected

Apple has confirmed it will be holding a April release event on April 20, called "Spring Loaded," expected to feature the long-awaited "AirTags," an iPad Pro refresh, and perhaps other surprises.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 64

Future Apple devices could shape-shift to show tactile notifications

Rather than having beeps or pop-up messages, notifications could some day alter the shape and texture of an iPhone, Apple Watch, or MacBook Pro, to give tactile alerts.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 0

Apple's latest Mac ad targets new college students

Apple on Monday aired a new commercial that shows high school graduates opening their college acceptance letters on Mac.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 4

Apple fails to get 'stage lighting' MacBook Pro suit dismissed

A judge has reduced the scope of a class action lawsuit concerning Apple's 15-inch MacBook Pro display issues, but denies the company's move to dismiss the case.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 4

Return of the Mac: How Apple Silicon will herald a new era at WWDC 2021

The stage is set for the next year to be the most impressive in the history of Apple's storied line of Macintosh computers, all starting with a grand virtual celebration of the future of the Mac at the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference.

Neil Hughes 5 years ago 46

Future MacBook Pro enclosure could be a customizable, touch-sensitive surface

A future MacBook Pro keyboard may eliminate the switches of the keyboard in favor of a giant touch-sensitive surface that uses force detection and metal deformation to manage text entry.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 3

MacBook Pro could run faster, hotter in future with new ventilated chassis

Apple is investigating how to build a MacBook Pro which could lift itself automatically to provide greater ventilation in intensive work when components are running hot.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 8

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