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Games Mac WindowsJan 18, 2021Jan 18, 2021

M1 Mac games tested: The Witcher 3, Hitman 2, Skyrim and more

The new Macs featuring Apple’s M1 chip support CrossOver 20 for running a few Windows games. CrossOver is based on the open-source Wine project that allows users to run some 32-bit Windows games and apps on Linux and macOS. This…

iPhoneJan 18, 2021

Apple chipmaking partner TSMC will start production of 3nm chips this year

Usman Hussain

Apple’s M1 and A-series chipmaker TSMC is on the road to carry out a risk production of 3nm chips later this year. A 3nm process will be used for future iPhones, although the scenario is highly unlikely until 2023. Risk…

Jan 18, 2021

FTC commissioners take a dig at Apple and Google in settlement with Tapjoy

Asma Hussain

A settlement between The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and mobile gaming platform Tapjoy also took aim at Apple and Google and how both companies control their platforms. The FTC recently settled with Tapjoy over claims it used false advertising offers…

Apple Watch iOS iPhoneJan 18, 2021

Smartwatches like Garmin, FitBit and Apple Watch detect COVID-19 days before symptoms appear

Rida Imran

Recent studies reveal that smartwatches like Apple Watch detect COVID-19 symptoms days before they surface or appear in testing. Research by leading institutions in the United States discovered that wearable devices like the smartwatch or activity trackers that measure users’…

iPhoneJan 18, 2021Jan 18, 2021

Apple could owe $1.1 billion to VirnetX after judge denies new trial

Asma Hussain

Apple has been unsuccessful in reducing the amount of money it owes VirnetX in patent infringement fees, with the Cupertino tech giant losing an appeal that would have relinquished or reduced a $502.8 million award. Apple vs. VirnetX has been…

Jan 18, 2021

Apple CEO Tim Cook talks Capitol attack, Car, and more during Fox News interview

Imran Hussain

Tim Cook appeared on Fox News Sunday for an interview with Chris Wallace and spoke about the Capitol attack, Big Tech’s response to the attack, free speech, Parel’s suspension from the App Store, its new Racial Equity and Justice Initiative,…

Jan 18, 2021Jan 18, 2021

Apple partner Foxconn starts automotive services as Apple Car rumors heat up

Rida Imran

According to the report by Bloomberg, Apple’s long-term supplier, Foxconn is entering the automotive industry. In partnership with a Chinese carmaker, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, the Taiwanese electronic manufacturer will provide production and consultation services to the automotive companies, globally….

iPhoneJan 18, 2021Jan 18, 2021

TSMC accredits iPhone 12 demand for 14% growth in Q4, 2020

Rida Imran

In its 2020 fourth report, TSMC (Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturing company) has attributed the company’s growth to strong iPhone 12 demand in the last quarter. The manufacturer saw a 14 percent Year-on-Year increase in revenue in comparison to the same quarter…

How tos iOS iPad iPhoneJan 17, 2021May 14, 2021

How to change iMessage privacy settings for your photo and name

Usman Hussain

Since iOS 13, Apple has allowed its users to create a standardized iMessage profile that consists of a user’s name and photo or an Animoji/Memoji, to accompany the messages you send to friends so that they know who you are….

How tos iOS iPad iPhoneJan 17, 2021May 14, 2021

How to use Safari website translation on iPhone and iPad

Usman Hussain

Apple introduced a Translate app that can translate several different languages in real-time, and Safari picked up new translation capabilities in iOS 14. You can follow along to see how to use Safari website translation on iPhone and iPad. In…