Apple iPhone 15 Pro in for review

It's time to unbox the new Apple iPhone 15 Pro (we already did the Max). Just like the bigger phone, the Pro ships with a single item - a USB-C cable. As far as those go, this one is a quality, braided unit. Before we come back to the inevitable comparisons with the Pro Max, let's take a good appreciative glance at the new iPhone 15 Pro. Perhaps it's the years of glossy, razor-like iPhone Pro models before it, but the subtle, lightly-curved new device looks distinguishable in a positive way. At around 19 grams lighter, it also feels like a smaller phone than before. We can thank...

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Google Pixel 8 bundles leaked

As we near the Google Pixel 8 launch on October 4, we are getting another bit of leaked info concerning the bundled accessories offered with pre-orders. The Pixel 8 will be bundled with the Pixel Buds Pro while the 8 Pro will be offered alongside the upcoming Pixel Watch 2. As per tipster Roland Quandt, these bundles are presumably for the US and it remains to be seen if they will also make their way to other regions. Pixel 8 bundled with Pixel Buds Pro and Pixel 8 Pro with the Pixel Watch 2 Based on a recent leak, Pixel 8 is expected to start at $699/£699/€799 while the 8 Pro...

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EU Commissioner wants Apple to open its ecosystem to competitors

The European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union, introduced the Digital Markets Act (DMA) to ensure a higher degree of competition by preventing large companies from abusing their market power. One of the targeted companies is Apple, and according to Reuters, Commissioner of Internal Market Thierry Breton told Tim Cook he needs to open the ecosystem to competitors. Apple HQ in Europe, based in Cork, Republic of Ireland Breton revealed he met the Apple CEO in Brussels and told him Apple should allow iPhone users to benefit from competitive services, be it electronic...

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macOS Sonoma official rollout begins

Following its announcement at WWDC 23, macOS Sonoma is now available to download as a free software update for Mac users. You’ll need a 2018 or later MacBook Air, MacBook Pro or Mac mini to jump in. Owners of the 2019 or later iMac and Mac Pro are also onboard. The Mac Pro 2019 and 2023 are also supported as are the 2022 and 2023 Mac Studio models. The oldest supported device on the list is the 2017 iMac Pro. macOS Sonoma brings new home screen widgets, a presenter overlay feature for video conferencing, enhanced Safari features like browsing profiles and the ability to add webpages to...

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Xiaomi 14 Pro certified with 120W charging support

Xiaomi is already clearing the legal hurdles before launching its 14 series, and the Pro member of the lineup just got certified by 3C. The smartphone with model number 23116PN5BC will support 120W wired charging, just like two of its predecessors. The appearance on 3C (Chinese Compulsory Certification) means the phone passed mandatory testing and moved another step towards market availability. We already learned the Xiaomi 14 is coming with 90W charging, which is an upgrade over the 13 series, but apparently, the manufacturer is okay with sticking with 120W for the Pro...

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Apple iPhone 16 series tipped to come with a Capture Button

The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max unveiled a couple of weeks ago feature Action Button, which replaced the mute switch and can perform multiple actions. However, according to MacRumors, next year's iPhone 16 series will also come with a capacitive button, internally called "Capture Button" and codenamed "Project Nova." The publication claims that this capacitive Capture Button will be located on the iPhone's right-side frame where the Power Button is positioned, albeit lower, where the mmWave cutout is on the iPhone 15 models. And since the Capture Button is placed where the mmWave...

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