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There might not be an event, but October will still be a huge month for Apple releases
Obviously, September is one of the biggest months on the Apple calendar. At its September 7 “Far Out” event, Apple introduced the iPhone 14 line, Apple Watch Series 8, Apple
How to find these great iOS 16 and watchOS 9 features you might have missed
There are dozens–if not hundreds–of new features strewn across the major software updates Apple releases every fall. But for every one that gets top billing (iOS 16’s new customizable Lock
Deal of the Day: Apple’s 1TB iPad Pro 11-inch drops to $799 ($500 off)
From appleinsider.com Apple's spacious 1TB iPad Pro 11-inch is discounted to $799 as a special Deal of the Day hosted by Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama. The $500 discount applies to
OWC Envoy Pro mini review: Enough speed in a small package
From appleinsider.com The OWC Envoy Pro mini thumb drive's latest version embraces the aluminum-clad USB-C future, providing a nice balance of performance and size for tech professionals on the go.
Craig Federighi, Alan Dye talk about Dynamic Island’s creation
From appleinsider.com Dynamic Island's creation came from thinking about a smaller TrueDepth camera array for the iPhone 14 Pro, an interview with SVP of software engineering Craig Federighi and VP
Apple SIM for iPad cannot be used to activate cellular plans anymore
From appleinsider.com Owners of cellular iPads are no longer able to use a supplied Apple SIM to activate a data plan for their tablet, forcing users to either use a
Apple names new VPs for Maps, Services, Silicon
From appleinsider.com Apple has named a number of new vice presidents for its teams, with Maps, Services, and Silicon teams getting new supervisory pairs of eyes. Apple annually makes changes
How to reset AirPods and AirPods Pro
From appleinsider.com If your AirPods or AirPods Pro are getting a little glitchy, you may want to refresh them so they go back to normal. Here's how to quickly reset
Apple’s Touch ID is probably never coming back to iPhone
From appleinsider.com Apple considered reviving Touch ID for its flagship iPhone models, but despite undergoing testing, it's unlikely that the feature will be returning to the main smartphone lineup anytime
Crime blotter: A California Apple Store robbery is caught on TikTok
From appleinsider.com In the latest Apple Crime Blotter, Mike Lindell sues the FBI over his seized iPhone, a mayor's security detail stops a robbery near an Apple Store, and "The
The best Apple Watch bands for any kind of user in 2022
From appleinsider.com Now that the new Apple Watch models are out, companies are shipping new bands for any fashion sense. Here are the top picks for Apple Watch Ultra, Apple
Sonos Sub Mini review: More bass, less dough
From appleinsider.com Sonos's new, more affordable subwoofer is designed to boost the low frequencies on your existing speakers. We've tested it the last few weeks to see if it earns
Best iPhone 14 cases available for purchase [Updated: Fabric-wrapped, new designs, more]
Our yearly roundup of the best iPhone 14 cases is here with new updates waiting for you below. With pre-order dates set on Apple’s latest releases, it’s time to dive
Report: Apple unlikely to bring Touch ID back to the iPhone despite testing it
Face ID replaced Touch ID on the iPhone starting with the iPhone X in 2017. Since then, there have been scattered rumors about Apple potentially adding Touch ID back to
Chase offering up to 50% bonus when redeeming points for Apple products
Chase is once again launching one of its more lucrative credit card promotions for those shopping at Apple. Starting today through November 30, Chase is offering boosted redemption values when
Apple @ Work: XCreds supercharges your Mac login window
Apple at Work is bought to you by Jamf: Get complete management and security solutions for your organization that are enterprise secure, consumer simple, and protect personal privacy with Jamf. Plus you’ll get
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Leaked Pixel 7 ads reveal what features Google is highlighting, like 7 Pro ‘Macro Focus’ [Video]
Google ads for the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro leaked today that reveal the tentpole features the company will be promoting this year. Shared by SnoopyTech on Twitter, the Pixel
Another Pixel Watch leak shows off bands and charger included in the box, 24-hour battery
The Google Pixel Watch has seen a huge number of leaks in the weeks leading up to its official announcement, and now yet another batch of promotional materials shows off
Pixel 7 series spec sheet leaks, mentions 5x optical zoom, new camera modes, face unlock
The Pixel 7 series is expected to bit a fairly light update over the prior generation, but a new spec sheet hints that the camera could bring a bit more
Some Google Maps Local Guides are being offered Google Fi service for free
Google Maps reviews can sometimes earn you perks, and currently, some Local Guides are being offered Google Fi service free of charge. A Google Maps Local Guide is someone who
Pixel Watch’s Photos face and Google Home for Wear OS shown off on Play Store
We now know what the Google Photos watch face we spotted last month looks like, with Play Store listings today also showing off more of Google Home and Personal Safety
Pixel Watch could be the Pixel 7 Pro’s pre-order perk in parts of Europe
Europe’s trend of having fantastic Google pre-order perks continues with the Pixel 7 Pro coming with a free Pixel Watch. expand full story Add 9to5Google to your Google News feed.
Pixel Watch was briefly up for pre-order on Amazon, revealing bands and Fitbit Premium perk
In what is perhaps the biggest Pixel Watch leak yet, a gallery of official-looking images show off the various bands, watch faces, and Fitbit support, among other things, of Google’s
Opinion: The Failure Of Stadia Is A Major Bummer
Stadia was a failure. At this point, a statement like that is no longer an opinion uttered by internet trolls wistfully hoping for Stadia’s downfall anytime the service was mentioned.
How To Get Your Stadia Refund, And What's Eligible
With the Stadia shutdown on the horizon you’re probably wondering how you can get a refund on everything you purchased. Assuming you knew a refund was happening in the first
Galaxy S23 Ultra Could Feature Sensor-Shift Camera Stabilization
Samsung may use sensor-shift camera stabilization tech on the Galaxy S23 series, or at least the Galaxy S23 Ultra. A newly-discovered patent application from the company hints at this possibility.
Ubisoft Games Purchased On Stadia Will Be Offered On PC
If you purchased a Ubisoft game on Stadia while the store was still active, you’ll be getting a copy of it on PC, at some point. A new report from
Top 9 Best Controllers For PC Gaming – Updated October, 2022
Using controllers for PC gaming is an excellent option for games. While a keyboard and mouse can still be the top option for many, gaming controllers hold their own in
Top 10 Best PC Games – Updated October, 2022
There are lots of great games out there for many different platforms right now, and this includes PC, but which ones out there are currently the best? Which ones are
The Best Controllers For Xbox Series X|S – Updated October, 2022
If you have an Xbox Series X|S console, then you may want to at least consider what the best controllers are going to be for your own personal setup. Maybe
Google ad shows Pixel 7 Pro camera zoom, Pixel Watch UI and new bands [Video]
For the past week, Google has been running a Pixel 7 ad on YouTube that happens to reveal a lot more of the Pixel Watch than we’ve previously seen. Starting
Gboard is available in a new physical form factor, courtesy of Google Japan [Video]
A year after introducing the “teacup version,” Google Japan is back with a new physical form factor for Android’s default keyboard app: the Gboard bar. This “Gboard bar” arranges keys
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Intel Arc A770 GPU leak could worry some gamers – but it shouldn’t
Home News Computing (Image credit: Intel) Intel’s top-end Arc graphics cards, the A7 series, have been spotted in some leaked benchmarks with interesting results – that we admittedly need to
Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU benchmark leak has some folks disappointed
Home News Computing (Image credit: Nvidia/Future) Nvidia’s RTX 4090 graphics card, which will hit the shelves in under two weeks now, has been spotted in fresh leaked benchmarks which have
The best laptops for live streaming: Best overall, most portable, and more
Adam Patrick Murray PC gaming isn’t just a pastime anymore. In fact, it’s entirely possible to evolve your hobby into a very profitable business. With the help of live streaming
Windows 11 printer bug blocks 22H2 upgrade, advanced features
If you’re a Windows 11 user whose been having problems with your printer’s more advanced features, Microsoft has some bad news: You may have to wait—on both your printer problems
How to Spot and Avoid the Top Internet Scams
Our phones have made us hyperconnected. You can use them to check your email, answer calls, respond to text messages, chat on any number of platforms, check your dating profile
These Deals on HP Gaming Laptops and PCs Are Insane: RTX 3080 Gaming PC for $1368, RTX 3070 Ti Gaming Laptop for $1575
Posted: Sep 30, 2022 7:35 pmHP is offering some incredibly low prices on current generation gaming hardware. These HP OMEN and ENVY gaming laptops and PCs listed below are mostly
Acer announces Intel Arc A770 GPU — say hello to Predator BiFrost
(Image credit: Acer) What you need to knowAcer just announced the Predator BiFrost graphics card.It is an Intel Arc A770 graphics card.Acer did not share a release date for the
Windows 11 22H2 printer bug breaks key features for some users
Home News Computing (Image credit: Shutterstock / Arsenii Palivoda) Windows 11 22H2 is embroiled in a fresh bug controversy, with the big feature update causing trouble with printers.Microsoft updated its
Nvidia explains what you need to know about RTX 4000 GPU power demands
Home News Computing (Image credit: Nvidia) Nvidia has clarified the situation around its RTX 4000 graphics cards and their demands on the power supply front, after what Team Green described
64-core Ryzen 7000 Threadripper monster caught in the wild
Home News Computing (Image credit: Future) It’s been only a few days since AMD rolled out its Ryzen 7000 processors with up to 16 Zen 4 cores and there are
Razer’s 2022 Blade 14 Gaming Laptop with RTX 3070 Ti graphics falls to new low of $2,200
Amazon is now offering the Razer Blade 14 Ryzen 9/16GB/1TB/RTX 3070 Ti Gaming Laptop for $2,199.99 shipped. Normally going for $2,600, this solid $400 price drop marks a new all-time
Intel, Samsung Show Off Expandable Laptop Display
This site may earn affiliate commissions from the links on this page. Terms of use. Intel’s 2022 Innovation event just wrapped up, and it featured a peek at new Intel-powered
Nvidia RTX 4090 pre-order pricing surprised us… in a good way
Home News Computing (Image credit: Gigabyte) Multiple Nvidia RTX 4090 graphics cards are now listed for pre-order at a major US retailer, and the good news – well, in a
Nvidia addresses the rumors about the RTX 40 GPUs’ power consumption
The new Nvidia GeForce RTX 40 lineup includes some of the most power-hungry graphics cards on the market. Because of that, you may be wondering if you’ll need a new
Windows 11’s new feature to give power users greater control over processes and files
File Explorer is really powerful and it’s also getting support for tabs later this year via Windows 11 22H2’s second update, but it’s far from perfect and it can get
Windows 11’s redesigned Outlook app is now rolling out to more users
We’ve known for a while that Microsoft is working on a new web-based app for the Outlook experience on Windows 11 and Windows 10. The project dubbed ‘Project Monarch’ aims
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Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 review: Great sound, fabulous value
At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsOutstanding soundSpatial audio supportAAC, aptX, and LDAC codec support ConsDo you really want earbuds tracking your health? Our VerdictThese outstanding in-ear headphones deliver noise cancelling, customizable
Logitech G Astro A30 wireless review: Sublime sound and looks
(Pocket-lint) - This is the first Astro headset officially released under the Logitech brand and it's a real stunner. It's not just good to look at though, as this headset
What to Expect at Tesla AI Day 2022
Tesla's AI Day, a yearly event for the tech-obsessed eager to see new ways the company is pushing the envelope, is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 30 in Palo Alto. It's
Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 Review
Anker’s Soundcore Liberty 4 earphones block distracting sounds and produce pleasing audio via dual dynamic drivers in each earpiece for a reasonable $149.99. They don’t outperform much pricier noise-cancelling true
Microsoft confirms new Exchange zero-days are used in attacks
Microsoft has confirmed that two recently reported zero-day vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange Server 2013, 2016, and 2019 are being exploited in the wild. "The first vulnerability, identified as CVE-2022-41040, is
Report: 55% of apps available on Google Play share user data
September 30, 2022 4:10 AM Were you unable to attend Transform 2022? Check out all of the summit sessions in our on-demand library now! Watch here. While studying the Google
Anker’s new Soundcore Liberty 4 earbuds can do something that Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 cannot
True Wireless Earbuds with Adaptive Noise Cancelling, Spatial Audio, Heart Rate Tracking, Black and White Colors, Your Choice of Free 32W Charger or USB-C to USB-C Cable Available.
Nikon Z 9 named best camera at the Creative Bloq Awards 2022
Home News Digital Art (Image credit: Future) We're closing the Creative Bloq Awards 2022 winners week by revealing the winners of the awards in our final category: cameras. We took
Social media a factor in death of UK schoolgirl, inquest finds
The inquest into the death of British schoolgirl, Molly Russell, has concluded that social media was a factor in her demise, the BBC reports. The 14-year-old had viewed thousands of
Self-harm content led to death of 14-year-old girl; Meta and Pinterest admit failings
Exposure to a massive amount of self-harm content on both Instagram and Pinterest played a key role in the death of 14-year-old Molly Russell, concluded an inquest. Executives from both
Fitbit Sense 2 in-depth review: Everything you need to know!
This month Fitbit has released its new generation of fitness trackers and smart watches, including the Inspire 3, Versa 4, and Sense 2. The Sense 2 is Fitbits’ most feature
New leak reveals different Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 specs
Back in June, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station claimed that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (SD8550) will come in a 1+2+2+3 CPU configuration, comprising one Cortex-X3, two Cortex-A720, two Cortex-A710
Oppo Reno9 series will have 4,500mAh battery, new Universal Fast Charging Spec
We're nearing the expected arrival of the Oppo Reno9 series, which could happen in November, and the first details about them have arrived. Courtesy of famous Chinese source Digital Chat
Moto G72 Specs Leak Online
Another day, another new smartphone leak – it seems that Motorola is set to launch a new mid-range phone sometime soon, and while there’s still no concrete information regarding the
Amazon Echo Dot 5-gen vs Echo Dot 4-gen: What are the actual differences?
(Pocket-lint) - The Echo Dot is one of Amazon's most popular devices and it's easy to see why. The cute little speaker gives you all the skills of Alexa, while
Check out BLUETTI’s newest solar energy storage technology, including the new EP600 portable power station
Fresh out of the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin, BLUETTI Power Inc continues to demonstrate why it’s the name to beat in portable and solar energy solutions. Although there
5 Reasons Why You Should Try Online Horse Race Betting
In many places around the world, horse races are an attraction that a lot of people love to watch. With the fast-paced action and thrill that each game provides, it is no longer surprising to know that millions of fans have grown fond of it.
NordLayer — more than a business VPN
Cybersecurity threats have become vast and more sophisticated. The rate of malware attacks and malicious activity counts within seconds despite the size or sector the organization belongs to — no one is safe enough to expect that foe actors will bypass vital company resources.
