Apple Watch Series 7 durability promoted in new ad amid rumors of rugged version
We are officially in July, and Apple has just released a new Apple Watch Series 7 advertisement that promotes the durability of the device. The ad comes amid rumors of a “rugged” version of the Apple Watch expected to be introduced this fall. m.....»»
Apple Online Store currently down in the US, but details are unclear
The Apple Online Store is currently down for customers in the United States with a placeholder saying that the company is “making updates” to its website. However, the reasons behind this are unclear at this point. more… The post Apple Online.....»»
PSA: TweetDeck for Mac will no longer be available after July 1
TweetDeck is a powerful Twitter account manager that lets users explore the social network with specific features for more advanced users such as multiple columns to keep an eye on a specific account or keyword. Unfortunately, Twitter confirmed earl.....»»
M2 MacBook Air reportedly hitting stores July 15 with pre-orders a week earlier
Apple announced a new generation of the MacBook Air earlier this month at WWDC 2022 along with the new 13-inch MacBook Pro. However, while the MacBook Pro with the M2 chip is already available in stores, Apple said that the M2 MacBook Air will be av.....»»
Memory chip price drops widen
Spot market prices for DRAM and NAND flash memory chips have started falling rapidly since late June, as downstream module and device companies offload their excess inventories, according to industry sources......»»
Holtek to drop prices for some MCUs
Holtek Semiconductor plans to drop prices for part of its MCUs by less than 10%, and expects the second half of 2022 to be particularly weak for the consumer electronic sector......»»
Huawei to launch new-gen foldable phones in early 2023
Huawei reportedly plans to launch its next-generation foldable flagship model, the Mate X3, in early 2023 to meet the seasonal needs during the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays......»»
KYEC on track to post revenue growth in 2022
IC testing house King Yuan Electronics (KYEC) expects to post revenue growth in 2022, as strong demand for automotive and industrial chips will offset weakness in demand for consumer electronics......»»
Xerox CEO John Visentin dies at 59
Printer maker Xerox Holdings Corp said on Wednesday Chief Executive Officer John Visentin, 59, has died due to complications from an ongoing illness......»»
Niantic cans four AR projects and cuts jobs as it struggles to recreate Pokémon GO magic
Niantic is trying to prove that it’s more than its hitmaker Pokémon GO, but the company is not finding success at it, as Niantic will fire 8% of the staff while canceling four projects – including the anticipated game Transformers: Heavy Metal......»»
Google makes its latest case on why iPhone users should switch to Android
Back in April, Google launched a “Switch to Android” iOS app that first worked with Pixel phones. Availability is now expanding to all Android 12 phones as Google makes its case for why iPhone users should switch. more… The post Google makes.....»»
Poll: Did you own the original iPhone when it launched 15 years ago?
What were you doing on June 29, 2007? Some of you may say: on the line, waiting to buy the original iPhone. After being introduced a few months earlier, in January, the future of mobile was finally being made available to the public. Did you own the.....»»
The newest content moderation minefield for tech platforms: abortion posts
In the wake of the Supreme Court's controversial decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, people have flooded social media platforms with information about how to access in-person or medication abortions to help those in states that have outlawed the proced.....»»
VR apps: Developers compare Meta to Apple, accuse it of hypocrisy
Developers working on VR apps for Meta’s headsets have accused the Facebook owner of hypocrisy over commissions. They say company founder Mark Zuckerberg described Apple’s 15-30% commissions as “monopoly rents,” yet Meta will take the exact.....»»
Snapchat Plus paid subscription is official, costs $3.99/month
Plans for a Snapchat Plus paid subscription were uncovered by a developer earlier this month, pushing the company to confirm that the option was in testing. Snap has today announced that the subscription is official, and launching this week … mo.....»»
The iPhone X celebrated 10 years of the iPhone – what does Apple have planned for 15 years?
Five years ago, Apple introduced the iPhone X. With a new design, powerful chip, new gestures, and a new unlock method, the Face ID, the Cupertino company paid a well-deserved tribute to the original iPhone, at the time, released ten years ago. Who.....»»
Apple aims to spotlight smaller European developers through new campaign
Apple has launched a new way to support European developers in its App Store. Called Founders, it’s a new campaign aiming to spotlight smaller developers and their apps through editorials. more… The post Apple aims to spotlight smaller Europea.....»»
Apple SVP Johny Srouji talks engineering R&D expansion in Rawabi
Apple is expanding its engineering R&D hub in the Palestinian Authority, in the city of Rawabi. As of now, the company employs over 60 engineers, but it doesn’t disclose how many more roles it will open in the city, as it plans to “address an im.....»»
1Password will now help you remember whether you signed in with Apple, Google, and more
Anyone who has signed in to a website or app knows that it can be a challenge to remember how you originally signed in to that website, app, or service. The popular password manager 1Password is rolling out a new feature to help you keep track of wh.....»»