Apple working on technology to make a futuristic all-glass MacBook Pro

Newly revealed research shows Apple is looking at mimicking the iPhone's glass back for an all-glass MacBook Pro, which could also incorporate a touchscreen.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 9

Apple developing series of new gestures for future Apple Watches

If you think the pinch gesture on the new Apple Watch models is impressive, Apple may have more and larger gestures in store in future versions of watchOS for you.

David Schloss 2 years ago 0

Apple looks beyond health for a large array of future Apple Watch sensors

Apple has been researching what more sensors can possibly be fitted into an Apple Watch, and specifically ones that are not related to health.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 1

Apple is making plans for more Apple Vision Pro accessory straps

Apple is researching ways to create accessories such as an Apple Pencil-like controller for the Apple Vision Pro, which attach to an accessory headset strap for power and data.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 0

Apple wants you to be able to touch and feel things in AR or VR

It's not enough to be able to see digital elements in the real world through the Apple Vision Pro, Apple wants a complete sensory experience, including feel.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 0

Future Apple hardware could work together to tell you about sounds in other rooms

If you're reading this, you've probably got a lot of Apple devices in your house. Apple is working on technology to get them all to listen to your house, and tell you at your desk when something is going on in another room.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 10

US Supreme court declines to hear $503M Apple-VirnetX patent case

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided it doesn't want to look into the patent battle between VirnetX and Apple, effectively ending VirnetX's chances of reviving a $503 million verdict.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 7

Apple's smart fabric research points to wearable tech beyond Apple Watch & AirPods

New research building on older work demonstrates that Apple is working out how to weave sensors and switches into fabric, which could then be used for smart bags, furniture, clothing, and more.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 5

Apple Car could automatically pick you up, take you home, and play your music on the way

Apple has been researching how an Apple Car could reduce how a driver even needs to think about destinations, music or air conditioning, by recognizing passengers and re-routing locations.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 10

Face ID might land in future MacBook Pro — and maybe even the iMac

Apple's introduction of the notch in the MacBook Pro seemed like FaceID was imminent — but it has yet to appear. It's clear, though, that Apple is still thinking about implementing it in the MacBook Pro, in the iMac, and possibly a display too.

Mike Wuerthele 2 years ago 5

Future Apple Vision Pro could limit playback based on where you are

A future Apple Vision Pro or iPad could display a virtual object or other data to a user depending on where they are, according to a patent that limits media playback to a user based on their physical location.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 0

Expanding iPhone could use a sliding body design and a flexible screen

A future iPhone could have an expanding screen, if Apple's research on how to make sliding sections within the smartphone's body support a flexible display pans out.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 7

Future Apple Vision Pro may look out for strain in the user's body

Apple is researching how to make the Apple Vision Pro see if users are sitting properly, and moreover to not blame the headset if wearing it puts a strain on their neck muscles.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 2

Apple has big and cartoonish plans for Vision Pro's EyeSight

It was a surprise when Apple revealed that Apple Vision Pro would display an image of the wearer's eyes on its outside displays, but that's nothing compared to what else Apple has considered showing.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 9

Apple wants you to be able to use your iPhone better underwater

Screen Time may need to add a new category — Apple has been researching how to help users work on their iPhone while swimming.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 2

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