Tag: Apple Inc. hardware
iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro: is it time to upgrade?
The iPhone 15 Pro series, released last year, comes with significant design changes, which include a titanium body for the first time. The new models boast improved camera quality, a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, and a new 3nm A17 Pro chip. While these features are impressive, some may not find them compelling enough to upgrade from the iPhone 14 Pro.
But what about the iPhone 13 Pro? When comparing the 2023 iPhone 15 Pro to the 2021 iPhone
How to fix an unresponsive iPhone touchscreen
Although the touchscreen smartphones of today are much more fun and versatile than the button-laden monstrosities of yesteryear, they come with a big potential downside. If the touchscreen starts behaving oddly, or stops responding entirely, you’re left without any other ways to interact with you phone — and the best iPhones are no exception to this rule, even with all the other seemingly magical technology Apple has packed into them.
However, the good news is that a dodgy touchscreen doesn’t
The best iPads in 2023: the 5 best ones you should buy
Apple’s iPad is undoubtedly one of the most popular tablets on the market right now. There are several different models to choose from, but no matter which one you go with, you’ll be getting one of the best tablets out there. Still, Apple provides an abundance of choice here, and with so many different versions — and nearly annual updates — it can be tricky to know which one is the best to get.
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The best iPhone chargers in 2023: 11 best ones you can buy
Let’s face it, a charger is probably the most important accessory you’ll ever buy for your iPhone. After all, most of us need to charge our iPhones at least once a day — sometimes even more — so it’s important to have the right chargers around to get the job done.
Thankfully, the popularity of the iPhone means there’s no shortage of options for both wired and wireless charging — and you have even more now that the iPhone 15
iPhone 15 review: a big step forward
Apple iPhone 15
MSRP $799.00
“The iPhone 15 is one of the most significant iPhone upgrades ever. The Dynamic Island, USB-C, a 48MP camera, and more make it delightful to use.”
Pros
- Big camera upgrade
- USB-C
- Matte glass feels incredible
- Dynamic Island
- Curved edges are more comfortable
- Reverse wired charging
Cons
- 60Hz refresh rate display
- Most color options are too light
- Can get warm when running intensive apps
Apple’s iPhone 15 lineup has arrived, and at the very base of
iPhone 15 Pro Max review: yes, it really is worth $1,200
iPhone 15 Pro Max
MSRP $1,199.00
“The iPhone 15 Pro Max is one of the most exciting iPhone upgrades Apple’s delivered in years, and it has (almost) nothing to do with USB-C.”
Pros
- Titanium design is a huge upgrade
- The Action button is excellent
- Outstanding camera system
- Virtually perfect display
- Blazing-fast performance
- iOS 17 is great (especially StandBy)
- USB-C port is convenient
Cons
- Slow USB-C charging speeds
- Only one way to use the Action button
- Disappointing battery life
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How to update your HomePod or HomePod mini
The HomePod and HomePod mini are two of the best smart speakers compatible with Apple HomeKit. Offering impressive sound quality, eye-catching designs, and access to the Siri voice assistant, the two gadgets are a perfect centerpiece for any smart home. Best of all, Apple is continuously improving their performance through software updates – and most of the time these are installed automatically.
However, if you want to manually check for updates and make sure you’re running the latest software, there
The iPhone 15 release date just leaked. Here’s when you can buy it
If you’re in the market for a new smartphone, it’s almost certainly best to wait — especially if you’re looking for a new iPhone. The Apple iPhone 15 series should be announced in just a few weeks, with a release date soon after, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. If correct, it would follow a long-running pattern of Apple announcing, then releasing, new handsets soon after Labor Day in the U.S.
According to Gurman, Apple will hold an iPhone 15
Should I use HomePod mini or Apple TV 4K as a HomeKit hub?
Unlike Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you won’t find many Apple HomeKit hubs. In fact, you’re largely left deciding between HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K — both of which work incredibly well as HomeKit hubs but serve radically different purposes.
If you’re trying to figure out if HomePod mini or Apple TV 4K would be a better HomeKit hub, here’s everything you need to know.
Pricing
The HomePod mini costs $99 and is available in a variety of
Back to school PC deal: Mac Mini with M2 just crashed under $500
One of the best Apple deals today is thanks to Best Buy. Head over there and you can buy the Apple Mac Mini with M2 chip for $499 saving you $100 off the regular price of $599. While it might not be the M2 Pro model, it’s more than powerful enough for most people. Here’s a look at everything else you need to know about it before you hit the buy button.