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Jan 9, 2021

Intel launches RealSense ID – Apple’s Face ID but for smart devices

Intel recently launched RealSense ID, a facial recognition system that makes use of a depth sensor and neural network for users to unlock smart devices using their face. The technology works just like Apple’s Face ID, but Intel’s version is…

Apple WatchJan 9, 2021

Apple Watch might show inaccurate altitude readings in uncommon weather conditions

by Asma Hussain

Apple launched the Apple Watch Series 6 and the affordable Apple Watch SE during its “Time Flies” event in September last year. Both devices feature a next-generation always-on altimeter to provide real-time elevation information by using a new, more power-efficient…

How tos iOS iPad iPhone iPodJan 8, 2021Jul 3, 2026

How to stop automatic software updates on iPhone

by Asma Hussain

In earlier versions of iOS, to encourage users to get on the latest version of their software, new software updates were downloaded automatically in the background and then installed through an Automatic Updates feature. However, in iOS 13.6, Apple added…

iPhoneJan 8, 2021

Overviewer allows teachers to use their iPhone as a document camera for Zoom

by Asma Hussain

Zoom has turned into a necessity over the past few months amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The app has helped to continue professional, social, and educational activities virtually. As students and teachers continue to work from home, a new app called…

FacebookJan 8, 2021

Facebook Smart Glasses will arrive “sooner than later” without AR

by Asma Hussain

Facebook’s expected release of its smart glasses will come “sooner than later” in 2021. But, the glasses will not feature augmented reality which means that users will not be able to overlay digital objects in their real-world view. Mark Zuckerberg…

MacJan 7, 2021

2021 Apple Silicon 14 and 16-inch MacBooks expected to boost market share to 7% – Report

by Asma Hussain

Research firm TrendForce has calculated that the M1 Macs market share is currently 0.8% of all notebook computer sales, but expects new models to push Apple’s market share to 7% by summer, 2021. The M1 chip has been heavily praised…

iPhoneJan 7, 2021Jan 7, 2021

iPhone 13 Pro might get a 120Hz display using Samsung’s LTPO technology

by Asma Hussain

Samsung will be the sole supplier of LTPO OLED displays for the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max in 2021, according to a recent report from TheElec. There were a ton of reports ahead of the launch of Apple’s iPhone…

Apple TVJan 6, 2021

Apple TV+ ‘Dickinson’ season 2 arriving on January 8, 2021

by Asma Hussain

Dickinson, a dark comedy about poet Emily Dickinson, is making a comeback with season 2. One of the first shows to hit Apple TV+ when it launched in November 2019, Dickinson is one of the platform’s first shows to receive…

Apple Watch iPad iPhone MacJan 6, 2021

Apple patents reveal it is researching ways to wirelessly charge an iPhone or Apple Watch with an iPad or Mac

by Asma Hussain

Two new patents granted to Apple further solidify the idea that in the future, users may be able to charge devices like the iPhone and Apple Watch using wireless charging integrated into a MacBook or iPad. Wireless charging is an…

iPhoneJan 6, 2021Jan 10, 2021

Foxconn beats revenue estimates due to strong demand for iPhone 12 – Report

by Asma Hussain

Foxconn’s parent company Hon Hai has beaten expectations with increased earnings in Q4 2020 due to ‘robust’ demand for Apple’s 5G iPhone 12 lineup. Despite the fact that Foxconn – the sole assembler of both the iPhone 12 Pro and…