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Don’t Leave Your iPhone Unattended for 3+ Days If You Forget Your Passcode Easily
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Don't Leave Your iPhone Unattended for 3+ Days If You Forget Your Passcode Easily

Devesh Beri · November 15, 2024

New iPhone security feature reboots devices after 72 hours, enhancing protection but potentially inconveniencing forgetful users.

iPhone Average Price Hits All Time High in September Quarter
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iPhone Average Price Hits All Time High in September Quarter

Devesh Beri · November 6, 2024

iPhone average price hits record $1,018 in Q3 2024. CIRP report shows shift to premium models driving US-WARP increase.

Apple Watch Gets Sleep Apnea Detection in Canada
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Apple Watch Gets Sleep Apnea Detection in Canada

Devesh Beri · October 24, 2024

Apple Watch now offers sleep apnea detection in Canada, enhancing health monitoring with watchOS 11 for Series 9 and later models.

iPhone SE 4 Dummy Units Fit Perfectly in iPhone 14 Cases
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iPhone SE 4 Dummy Units Fit Perfectly in iPhone 14 Cases

Devesh Beri · October 20, 2024

iPhone SE 4 dummy units reveal iPhone 14-like design, single camera, and Face ID. Spring 2025 launch expected with upgraded specs.

Apple Expands iPhone 16 Availability to 21 New Countries
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Apple Expands iPhone 16 Availability to 21 New Countries

Devesh Beri · September 28, 2024

Apple expands iPhone 16 availability to 21 new countries, including Brazil and Vietnam, featuring new Camera Control and A18 chip.

iPhone SE 4’s Screen Manufacturer May Get Banned in the US
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iPhone SE 4’s Screen Manufacturer May Get Banned in the US

Devesh Beri · September 27, 2024

US Congress urges Pentagon to blacklist BOE, Apple’s main display supplier for iPhone SE 4, citing national security concerns.

iPhone 16 Pro’s Average Screen Refresh Rate is 80Hz, Not 120Hz
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iPhone 16 Pro's Average Screen Refresh Rate is 80Hz, Not 120Hz

Devesh Beri · September 25, 2024

iPhone 16 Pro users report 80Hz refresh rate cap in iOS 18, not 120Hz as expected. Leaker demonstrates issue, but Apple has yet to respond.

iPhone 16 Pro Max Camera Ranks Behind Pixel 9 Pro and a 6-Month Old Huawei
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iPhone 16 Pro Max Camera Ranks Behind Pixel 9 Pro and a 6-Month Old Huawei

Devesh Beri · September 24, 2024

iPhone 16 Pro Max camera ranks 4th in DXOMARK test, excels in video but falls behind Huawei and Google in overall performance.

iPhone 16 Pro Max and Pro Are Fragile, Get a Case or Applecare+
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iPhone 16 Pro Max and Pro Are Fragile, Get a Case or Applecare+

Devesh Beri · September 24, 2024

iPhone 16 Pro Max models fail drop tests despite improved Ceramic Shield. AppleCare+ recommended for protection against costly repairs.

iPhone 16 Pro’s Bigger Screen Shows Less Than iPhone 15 Pro
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iPhone 16 Pro's Bigger Screen Shows Less Than iPhone 15 Pro

Devesh Beri · September 23, 2024

iPhone 16 Pro’s larger screen displays less info than iPhone 15 Pro, frustrating users. Apple silent as community seeks answers.

Here’s Why Your iPhone 16 Pro Max Is Running Hot Even After New Cooling Features
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Here’s Why Your iPhone 16 Pro Max Is Running Hot Even After New Cooling Features

Devesh Beri · September 23, 2024
Discover why your iPhone 16 Pro Max feels hot despite new cooling features. Learn about thermal management and performance trade-offs.
iPhone 16 Pro Repairability Score Increases to 7/10 from iPhone 15 Pro’s 4/10, S24 Ultra Scored 9/10
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iPhone 16 Pro Repairability Score Increases to 7/10 from iPhone 15 Pro's 4/10, S24 Ultra Scored 9/10

Devesh Beri · September 23, 2024

iPhone 16 Pro repair score jumps to 7/10 from 4/10, thanks to improved battery design, dual-entry access, and iOS 18’s Repair Assistant.

iPhone 16 Review: Hardware Changes Aren’t Compelling Enough
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iPhone 16 Review: Hardware Changes Aren’t Compelling Enough

Devesh Beri · September 22, 2024

iPhone 16 review: Subtle hardware upgrades and unfinished AI features make Apple’s latest offering a tough sell, says tech journalist.

Users’ on ‘Camera Control’: a Disgrace, Gimmicky, & Hard to Press
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Users' on 'Camera Control': a Disgrace, Gimmicky, & Hard to Press

Devesh Beri · September 22, 2024

iPhone 16 users criticize Camera Control as gimmicky and hard to use, with some praising quick camera access but many finding it unnecessary.

Apple First Denied Overheating Issues in iPhone 15 and Then Fixed It in iPhone 16
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Apple First Denied Overheating Issues in iPhone 15 and Then Fixed It in iPhone 16

Devesh Beri · September 22, 2024

Apple addresses iPhone 15 Pro overheating issues with new thermal system in iPhone 16 Pro, after initially downplaying concerns.

iPhone 16 Pro Thin Bezel Means It’s More Fragile to Side Impacts
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iPhone 16 Pro Thin Bezel Means It's More Fragile to Side Impacts

Devesh Beri · September 21, 2024

iPhone 16 Pro’s thinner bezels may make it more vulnerable to side impacts, but overall durability shows improvement over previous models.

Far From China, Close to US; Another Country To Assemble iPhone 16
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Far From China, Close to US; Another Country To Assemble iPhone 16

Devesh Beri · September 19, 2024

Apple expands iPhone 16 assembly to Brazil, joining China and India, in a move to diversify production and speed up local launches.

First Time in 14 Years, iPhone (SE 4) Could Have an US-Made SoC
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First Time in 14 Years, iPhone (SE 4) Could Have an US-Made SoC

Devesh Beri · September 18, 2024

iPhone SE 4 may feature US-made A16 chip, a first since iPhone 4S in 2011. TSMC’s Arizona fab marks a milestone in Apple’s supply chain.

iPhone 16 Gets Apple Watch’s Wireless Firmware Recovery Power
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iPhone 16 Gets Apple Watch’s Wireless Firmware Recovery Power

Devesh Beri · September 18, 2024

Apple introduces wireless firmware recovery for iPhone 16 with iOS 18, eliminating the need for computers in device restoration.

Shipment Doubled, Yet iPhone 16 Pro Max Pre-Orders Down by 16%
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Shipment Doubled, Yet iPhone 16 Pro Max Pre-Orders Down by 16%

Devesh Beri · September 16, 2024

Despite doubling shipments, iPhone 16 Pro Max sees a 16% drop in pre-orders, highlighting challenges in consumer demand.

iPhone 16 Plus Gets 1.5x More Pre-Orders, New Look and Colors Paying Off?
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iPhone 16 Plus Gets 1.5x More Pre-Orders, New Look and Colors Paying Off?

Devesh Beri · September 16, 2024

iPhone 16 Plus pre-orders soar by 48%, suggesting new designs and colors are winning over consumers. Click to know more.

iPhone Battery Prices Have Increased by More Than 70% in 2 Years
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iPhone Battery Prices Have Increased by More Than 70% in 2 Years

Devesh Beri · September 16, 2024

Apple’s iPhone battery replacement costs soar 72% in 2 years, hitting $119 for new Pro models. What this means for consumers.

iPhone 16 Pro Max Can Play Videos for 4 Hours Longer Than 15 Pro Max
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iPhone 16 Pro Max Can Play Videos for 4 Hours Longer Than 15 Pro Max

Devesh Beri · September 15, 2024

Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max boasts 4 hours more video playback than its predecessor, offering 33 hours of viewing time on a single charge.

Fewer Than 1 Out of 10 People Are Upgrading Their iPhone Every Year
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Fewer Than 1 Out of 10 People Are Upgrading Their iPhone Every Year

Devesh Beri · September 14, 2024

Fewer than 10% of iPhone users upgrade annually, with 34% keeping their phones for over three years, highlighting a shift in buying habits.

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