Future Apple keyboard could have one key that can pop out and be used as a mouse
Apple is continuing researching on how one key on the MacBook Pro keyboard could be taken out, and used as a precision mouse.
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William Gallagher
Motorized iPhone periscope camera could offer optical image stabilization, autofocus
The expected periscope camera system in a future iPhone could include actuators, allowing the lens to move for autofocus and optical image stabilization applications, without requiring a massive camera bump increase.
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Malcolm Owen
Future iPad screens may add haptic feedback, bring back Force Touch
Apple is researching how to make swiping across an iPad screen feel more tactile, with alerts and controls providing haptic feedback — and potentially the return of Force Touch.
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Apple evaluating Apple Watch end link as basis for universal connector standard
The clever end link in Apple Watch could be brought to more devices, as Apple investigates an "attachment system," that may even be how "Apple Glass" frames connect together.
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Future Apple keyboards may adjust feel & sound to suit different user profiles
A possible Apple Magic Keyboard could detect which user is typing, and adjust between chiclet and mechanical feel and sound to suit them.
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Future Apple Watch band may include hydration sensor, after years of research
Apple has been researching ways to have an Apple Watch band automatically track the wearer's hydration, with all the health monitoring benefits that would bring.
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Apple Watch ECG could have required an additional armband
Apple considered other ways to measure a user's heart using an ECG before launching the Apple Watch Series 4, including using an armband and wirelessly-connected electrodes.
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Future iPhones could automatically warn users of display cracks and damage
A future iPhone could warn its owner of damage to the display by using a crack detection resistor to determine if there are any breaks in the screen — and as proposed, the technology would work on an "iPhone Fold" too.
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Future Apple devices may let you select text fields at a glance
Apple's latest gaze-detection research could mean that future users may be able to select text input fields in an app or website with just a look.
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Mike Peterson
