Apple is in early production of A16 chips at TSMC's new Arizona plant, using the same 5nm process as TSMC's Taiwan plant. The yields at the Arizona plant are only slightly behind those in Taiwan, and yield parity is expected to be achieved by early 2025. The A16 chip was used in the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15, and it's unclear where Apple will use the chips manufactured at the Arizona plant.
TechnologyApple | Rating: 77 | 2024-09-18 09:10:20 PM |
Apple has released new iOS 18 firmware for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4, with firmware versions 7A302 and 7A304 respectively, up from 7A294. The update will automatically install when the AirPods are in their case and charging, and may take hours or days to complete.
TechApple | Rating: 62 | 2024-09-18 07:20:37 PM |
Bowers & Wilkins' Pi8 earbuds provide excellent sound quality, with innovative features like a smart charging case that can act as an aptX transmitter for Apple devices and wired audio sources. The earbuds support AAC, aptX Adaptive/Lossless, but are expensive at $399. Apple devices stopped supporting aptX due to a legal battle with Qualcomm.
TechApple | Rating: 53 | 2024-09-18 06:50:42 PM |
The iPhone 16 and 16 Pro are available to order, with shipments starting on Friday. Reviews from media outlets are positive, with Allison Johnson of The Verge stating it's a good year to upgrade, and John Velasco of Tom's Hardware praising the iPhone 16's display. The non-pro 16 is the big winner, with Camera Control being a feature that may not be as useful as expected.
TechApple | Rating: 62 | 2024-09-18 05:30:23 PM |
The Apple Watch Series 9 with cellular is available at Walmart for $349, a savings of $150. The Series 9 is an improved version of the Series 8, with a faster processor, better battery life, a brighter screen, and a new double tap feature. It has received a 4-star rating and an Editors' Choice award.
TechnologyApple | Rating: 80 | 2024-09-18 02:30:47 PM |
Apple's iPadOS 18 update was pulled after reports that it bricked some M4 iPad Pro devices. The issue was discovered after the update became available to the public on September 16. The M4 iPad Pro was released earlier this year.
TechApple | Rating: 62 | 2024-09-18 01:20:25 PM |
Apple has released the iPhone 16, which is the first phone built with Apple Intelligence in mind. The company did not reserve exclusive AI features for the iPhone 16, unlike expected. The Google Pixel line has unveiled a ton of AI features, but the iPhone 16 only has one exclusive AI perk, Visual Intelligence.
TechApple | Rating: 57 | 2024-09-18 10:50:21 AM |
The Apple Watch Series 10 has been reviewed by several outlets, with Victoria Song at The Verge praising its sleeker design, thinner profile, and new Sleep Apnea detection feature. The watch doesn't start shipping to customers until September 20, but the embargo for early reviews was lifted on Tuesday. Song found that the Series 10 is a more wearable alternative to the Apple Watch Ultra 2, with a design that fits easily under jacket cuffs and doesn't catch on straps.
TechApple | Rating: 62 | 2024-09-17 04:30:39 PM |
The Omoton tablet stand is a portable and convenient product that can prop up iPads of various sizes, from 10.2-inch to 15.6-inch models, and even works with smartphones and portable monitors. It features a 360-degree swivel mechanism and a sturdy metal base to prevent wobbling. The product is currently available for $10, half off its usual price.
TechApple | Duplicated with: 1 | Rating: 42 | 2024-09-17 03:30:34 PM |
The Plugable 15.6-inch USB-C Portable Display is a lightweight and easy-to-use external display that offers a Full HD (1920x1080 at 60Hz) IPS display, integrated folding travel cover and stand, and 85W pass-through charging. It has two downstream 10Gbps USB-C ports and is available for $179.95.
TechPlugable | Rating: 48 | 2024-09-17 02:10:19 PM |