China lifts lockdown on Foxconn"s iPhone plant in Zhengzhou
The latest COVID lockdown affecting iPhone manufacturer Foxconn has been lifted, following rioting by residents and workers.China's severe coronavirus measures have seen a series of lockdowns that has battered Foxconn's expected earnings growth. It's.....»»
Apple News will use Live Activities to track election results live on iPhone
If you're not feeling plugged in enough during the 2024 election, Apple News has a way to get up-to-the-second results on your Lock Screen and Apple Watch through Live Activities.Election results will be available as a Live Activity on iPhoneApple or.....»»
Did the world"s best-preserved dinosaurs really die in "Pompeii-type" events?
Between about 120 million and 130 million years ago, during the age of dinosaurs, temperate forests and lakes hosted a lively ecosystem in what is now northeast China. Diverse fossils from that time remained pretty much undisturbed until the 1980s, w.....»»
Kitchen renovation could reduce household air pollution and save lives in rural China
A study published in Environmental Science and Ecotechnology highlights the health benefits of kitchen renovation as a cost-effective way to mitigate household air pollution in rural China......»»
Study reveals effect of slope position on nonstructural carbohydrates in biological soil crusts
Nonstructural carbohydrates (NSCs) provide energy for metabolic processes in plants and play a key role in plant growth, defense and osmoregulation. However, the regulation of NSC in biological soil crusts across different slope positions remains unc.....»»
iOS 18.2 beta 2 adds focus and exposure lock to Camera Control on iPhone 16
When Apple announced the in September, the company showcased some of the capabilities of the new Camera Control – including the ability to switch between camera modes and swipe to zoom. But there was one feature missing, and it’s now coming with.....»»
Only 3% of South Africans can name all five national animals and plants. Why these symbols matter
Alongside a national flag, anthem and coat of arms, most countries have one or more plant and animal species that they designate as national symbols. The national animal of China, for example, is the giant panda, a nation-wide source of pride and dip.....»»
Miss the iPhone mini? This company may have an alternative for you
If you long for the bygone days of smaller phones instead of the larger displays of today, the Oppo Find X8 Mini could be exactly what you're looking for......»»
How to use a VPN to get the best travel deals
If you're looking for the best deals for travel, you can unlock them with the best VPN for iPhone apps.Searching flights with a VPN can get your better deals.Many travel shoppers are unaware that booking sites like Expedia, airlines, hotels, and car.....»»
iPhone 17 Air will force Apple to give its entire 2025 iPhone lineup one key upgrade
Apple’s iPhone 17 should deliver a big change compared to the previous years. Most rumors say that Apple will introduce a new type of iPhone … The post iPhone 17 Air will force Apple to give its entire 2025 iPhone lineup one key upgrade a.....»»
New Apple Intelligence videos offer workplace solutions, including for stolen pudding
Apple has released a pair of new videos highlighting Apple Intelligence’s capabilities, this time in the office. Prior videos have focused on the iPhone 16, but the MacBook Pro is highlighted here—fitting for the new workplace focus. more….....»»
China reveals a new heavy lift rocket that is a clone of SpaceX’s Starship
The Long March 9 gets flaps and a reusable upper stage. When Chinese space officials unveiled the design for the country's first super heavy lift rocket nearly a decade ago, it l.....»»
Mangrove degradation threatens carbon storage in China"s Pearl Bay
Carbon sinks are important in the fight against climate change as they draw down atmospheric carbon dioxide levels by storing organic carbon in the oceans and soil, for example. Within tropical and subtropical intertidal locations, wetland plant comm.....»»
iOS 18.2 to be released sooner than expected with new Apple Intelligence features in tow
Apple Intelligence is currently Apple’s biggest focus. It’s all Apple can talk about right now, especially when selling new products like the iPhone 16 and … The post iOS 18.2 to be released sooner than expected with new Apple Intel.....»»
Can Apple innovate if iPhone remains the biggest slice of its revenues?
Every year, complaints come from the usual suspects demanding to know when Apple will innovate, and specifically when it will launch a new, even more popular form factor than iPhone. Does "innovation" require iPhone to fail as a product?Can Apple inn.....»»
China space station crew returns to Earth after 6 months in space
Three Chinese astronauts returned to Earth on Monday after a six-month stay on the Tiangong space station, part of China's effort to be a global leader in space exploration......»»
The Pixel 9 might have stolen some of Apple’s iPhone market share
Recent data from Statcounter suggests that the Google Pixel 9 might have stolen some of the US market share from Apple. The post The Pixel 9 might have stolen some of Apple’s iPhone market share appeared first on Phandroid. The Google Pi.....»»
Laptop, smartphone, and game console prices could soar after the election
Most Americans may not realize popular tech hasn't been hit by China tariffs—yet. Tech companies are bracing ahead of the US presidential election, dreading the looming threat o.....»»
Siri on your iPhone running iOS 18.1 may look different, but it still works the same
If you have an or iPhone 16 model, you can access Apple Intelligence when updating to iOS 18.1. This includes a new look for Siri, with a beautiful edge-lit animation. However, the new animation does not mean that Siri’s intelligence or capabil.....»»
Apple Vision Pro rumored to get M5 in 2025, but lower cost model is delayed
Apple Vision Pro may get an M5 upgrade in 2025, but the expected lower-price headset has been delayed, and may offload processing to the iPhone to cut costs.Apple Vision Pro on display at Apple Park. Image credit: AppleMing-Chi Kuo says that producti.....»»
Geodynamic mantle-flow model explains deformation of continental crust block in North China
Cratons are fascinating yet enigmatic geological formations. Known to be relatively stable portions of the Earth's continental crust, cratons have remained largely unchanged for billions of years. Although cratons have survived many geological events.....»»