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Apple is researching how to make the ultimate MagSafe wallet and iPhone carrying case

Apple has been granted a patent for a new accessory that would hold a user's credit cards, charge their iPhone, and be worn on the wrist or around the neck.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 8

Future Apple Pencil may work on iPhone and never need charging

Apple is looking at technology to entirely remove the need to charge a future Apple Pencil without removing features, and whether that will help it be used on an iPhone.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 1

Future Apple devices may precisely track your gestures using radar

You may soon be able to wave your hands or draw with a stylus in mid-air with these gestures then controlling everything from your Mac to an office whiteboard, thanks to radar.

David Schloss 2 years ago 6
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Future Apple Vision Pro may correct for vision problems without magnetic lenses

Apple is working to remove the need for users to add prescription lenses to the Apple Vision Pro, by having the headset itself adapt to different vision needs.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 10

Apple wants a Magic Mouse you can tilt for more controls

More than forty years after it popularized the mouse, Apple is researching a replacement that users can tilt or take off the desk entirely to move their cursor around.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 8
Apple Ring rumors & research - what you need to know about Apple's next wearable

Apple Ring rumors & research - what you need to know about Apple's next wearable

Apple has been considering an Apple Ring for almost a decade. Here's how we know, and a glimpse of what they may have planned.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 32

Apple's Smart Ring may be able to spot when you snap your fingers

Skin to skin detection could mean a future Apple Ring can be controlled with the swipe of a thumb, plus it could spot when you're playing rock, paper, scissors.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 7

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

Future iPhones could take a picture when bent

Apple is researching ways to embed multiple cameras in the body of a "flexible" device like a folding iPhone or iPad, and allow the device to be bent to take a picture or change a setting of the embedded cameras.

David Schloss 2 years ago 2

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

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

After years of research, an Apple smart ring may be imminent

The rumor mill has fired up again, with a new supply chain report claiming that the "Apple Ring" will arrive sooner, rather than later.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 19

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
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