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- 08:51 pmCompared: A18 vs A18 Pro — breaking down what's powering iPhone 16
With the iPhone 16 range, Apple introduced two new chips — the A18 and A18 Pro. Here's what's different between them, and how they compare to older hardware.A18 vs A18 ProOn Monday, Apple announced the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, both of which feature new processing hardware. For previous iPhone releases, such as the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 range, Apple used a year-old chip in its base model iPhones. The standard iPhone 15, for instance, featured Apple's A16 Bionic chip, while the iPhone 15 Pro used the newer and more powerful A17 Pro.To better understand Apple's latest chip upgrades, it's important to bear in mind the core components of an Apple system-on-chip. The company's chips consist of multiple processing units — the GPU handles graphics-related tasks, the Neural Engine or NPU is used for AI and machine learning, and the CPU is used for general data processing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:45 pmApple’s $249 AirPods Pro clinical-grade hearing aids can greatly help people with untreated hearing loss | Mac Daily NewsApple’s $249 AirPods Pro clinical-grade hearing aids can greatly help people with untreated hearing loss
On Tuesday following Apple’s announcement that AirPods Pro 2 can be used as clinical-grade hearing aids, hearing aid manufacturers… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:29 pmApple, Microsoft, Nvidia in talks to invest in OpenAI as AI firm looks to raise $6.5 billion | Mac Daily NewsApple, Microsoft, Nvidia in talks to invest in OpenAI as AI firm looks to raise $6.5 billion
OpenAI is in talks to raise $6.5 billion from investors, in which Apple is expected to participate, at a valuation of $150 billion… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:50 pmThe iPhone 16 event surprises that left me frustrated
An Apple event is always full of potential. Even though rumors and leaks tend to leave very little ‘new’ remaining for event day, Apple still tends to offer some surprises. Maybe a new feature that no one knew about. Or a unique angle that a rumor didn’t quite get right. Unfortunately, with this week’s iPhone 16 launch, the event’s ‘surprises’ largely left me frustrated. more…07:45 pmApple’s iPhone 16 batteries look to be easier to replace than predecessors’
Apple looks to have introduced a new, easier way to replace batteries in the iPhone 16 as required by new regulations in the EU… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:44 pmApple says new iPhone 16 design makes battery replacements easier
The iPhone 16 features a new internal design that comes with a big benefit to repairability. Apple says the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have been “reengineered” to make battery service easier and offer improved performance and thermals. more…07:30 pmFaster USB 3 remains exclusive to Pro models in the iPhone 16 lineup
Apple last year finally ditched its proprietary Lightning connector in favor of the more modern and universal USB-C. However, only the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max benefited from the faster USB 3, while the non-Pro models still have USB 2 speeds. Unfortunately, this remains the case for this year’s models. more…07:10 pm9to5Mac Daily: September 11, 2024 – More iPhone 16 details, FineWoven
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by iMazing 3: The world’s most trusted tool to manage Apple devices and transfer data from a Mac or PC. Try it now. more…07:00 pmiPhone 16 Camera Control is about to free up a lot of Action buttons
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro introduce a new Camera Control button. As I’m thinking about this physical hardware button, it occurs to me that I’m sort of getting an Action button for the first time — despite currently being an iPhone 15 Pro Max user. more…07:00 pm8 secret features in Apple Maps
Apple Maps offers tons of features you probably don’t know about. I have a big list of the best eight hidden features. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:26 pmThe first A18 Pro benchmarks are out, and it is FAST
Macworld The first seemingly legitimate benchmarks of Apple’s new A18 Pro chip have apparently leaked out, and they show a healthy boost in performance that should keep Apple on top of the smartphone performance charts for a while. The Geekbench 6 listing for “iPhone17,2” means we’re looking at the performance numbers for an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and therefore the A18 Pro chip. The CPU score shows single-core performance of 3,409 and multi-core performance of 8,492. The GPU benchmark, which measures Metal API performance for GPU compute tasks and not 3D graphics rendering performance, came in at 32,848. How does that compare to other products? It’s an 18 percent improvement in CPU performance, both single and multi-core, over typical benchmarks of the A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro Max. That phone averages 2,887 single-core and 7,158 mutli-core on Geekbench 6. The GPU compute score for the iPhone 15 Pro Max is 26,976, making the A18 Pro around 21 percent faster. For further context, the M1 MacBook Air has a single-core score of 2,342 and multi-core of 8,350—with eight CPU cores. The single-core score is faster than anything out there: The top of the Android benchmark charts is the Galaxy S24 Ultra with a single-core score of 2,145 and multi-core score of 6,702. Not even close to the A18 Pro. Even the Mac benchmark charts can’t match this single-core performance, as the M3 Max has a score of 3,128. It’s multi-core score of almost 19,000 owes to it having 14 cores. Similarly, the PC processor benchmark chart tops out with the Intel Core i9-13900KS, which has a single-core score of 3,140 and multi-core score of 21,802 (24 cores, 32 threads). In other words, the iPhone 16 Pro models will sport faster single-core CPU performance (as measured by Geekbench 6) than any processor on the market—desktop, laptop, or phone, PC or Mac—and multi-core performance that is in line with a laptop processor from four years ago that has 2 additional cores. Similarly, the GPU performs about as well for compute tasks as an M1 with 8 GPU cores. That’s right, the iPhone 16 Pro has the same RAM, same GPU performance, same multi-core CPU performance, and much better single-core CPU performance, than the M1 MacBook Air. When this architecture shows up in the M-series, we can probably expect single-core scores of around 3,500 and multi-core score of around 13,000 for an 8-core processor. A 10-core GPU design as found in the MacBook Air will likely score 54,000 or more, putting it about 15% faster than the GPU in the M3.06:26 pmDevelopers can nag lapsed app subscribers with win-back offers
Apple is making it easier for developers to tempt iPhone users back into subscribing to their app, by providing a variety of offers to lapsed accounts.Win-back offers in App Store ConnectApp developers frequently rely on subscriptions to their apps to earn a living. However, there is often a level of churn throughout an app's life where users cancel their subscription, losing developers money.In a new option in App Store Connect introduced on Wednesday, developers can now set up "win-back offers" in their storefronts. These can be set up if an app offers auto-renewable subscriptions in the App Store. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:44 pmDesert titanium is the shiny new iPhone 16 Pro color, but is it more gold or gray?
The iPhone 16 Pro is getting a new color: desert titanium. It’s the focus of all of Apple’s product marketing shots. But look closely and you may just wonder, like I have, what color ‘desert’ really is. From some angles desert titanium looks gold, while others make me think gray. So which is it? more…05:40 pmIs Apple stock a buy after its iPhone 16 event?
Apple stock was flattish after the company's fall product launch event on Monday and Tuesday and rose marginally in Wednesday trading… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:10 pmOLED MacBook still at least 2 years away
Here's when you can first expect an OLED MacBook to launch, and why that's probably not as soon as you hope. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:07 pmApple @ Work Podcast: Parallels Desktop turns 20!
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode of Apple @ Work, Kamal Srinivasan joins the show to talk about Parallels Desktop 20 and all the new features! more…04:39 pmiPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro: Where to get the best deals
Macworld If you’re in the market for a 13-series iPhone, you’ve come to the right place. This article offers a summary of the best deals and promotions offered by popular retailers to help you get the best deal. It’s been a long time since you could only get an iPhone directly from Apple or from AT&T. Today, they are offered by all major carriers and big retailers, and many of them want to entice you to buy with them by offering special deals. Of course, you can still buy from Apple directly, either in-store or online, but you can probably find a lower price elsewhere. That’s particularly relevant if you’re looking at devices that Apple itself no longer sells. The company discontinued the iPhone 13 Pro when the 14-series handsets came out in fall 2022, dropped the 13 mini in fall 2023, and finally killed off the standard iPhone 13 in fall 2024. If you want to buy a 13-series iPhone, you’ll need to shop around other retailers. But luckily we’re here to guide you to the best deals available across the entire market. (If you’re considering other models, check out our overall Best iPhone deals roundup.) iPhone 13 Read our review Price When Reviewed: $799 (base model) Best Prices Today: $449 at Straight Talk | $629 at Apple United States | $767.14 at Amazon Best unlocked 13-series iPhone 13 deals Because Apple no longer sells the 13-series iPhones, you’ll need to shop around. Here are the best deals we’re seeing right now. Note that stock is likely to be scarce for the Pro models (which were discontinued as long ago as 2022). The iPhone 13 and 13 mini should be easier to find. U.K. Argos, iPhone 13 mini (128GB): £499 (£150 off, most recent RRP was £649) Amazon, iPhone 13 (128GB): £499 (£100 off, most recent RRP was £599) iPhone 13 carrier stores and contract deals You can try to get a good deal on an iPhone 13 from a carrier or mobile provider, but there will often be significant strings attached. These deals can be complicated, so be sure to read the fine print. U.S. AT&T T-Mobile Verizon U.K. EE O2 Sky Mobile Three Virgin Mobile Vodafone U.K. readers can also view the best current iPhone 13 contract deals in their area by perusing the table below. Best unlocked iPhone 13 prices right now Apple has discontinued the iPhone 13 now, so you’ll need to buy elsewhere. For comparison purposes, these were Apple’s prices, as of summer 2024: 128GB: $599 / £599 / AUD$1,099 256GB: $699 / £699 / AUD$1,299 512GB: $899 / £899 / AUD$1,649 iPhone 13, 128GB: $599 / £599 / AUD$1,099 New Refurbished Retailer Price Straight Talk $449 View Deal $629 View Deal $767.14 View Deal $779 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 13 128GB – Midnight – Unlocked $360.65 View Deal iPhone 13 128GB – Starlight – Unlocked $378.79 View Deal iPhone 13 128GB – Pink – Unlocked $379.99 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Unlocked iPhone 13 mini prices The iPhone 13 mini has also been discontinued. At launch, it started at $729, but it dropped in price when the iPhone 14 came out. iPhone 13 mini prices were as follows, as of summer 2023: 128GB: $599 / £649 / AUD$1,049 256GB: $699 / £759 / AUD$1,219 512GB: $899 / £979 / AUD$1,569 iPhone 13 mini, 128GB, WAS: $599 / £599 / AUD$1,099 You may still find an iPhone 13 mini on sale. If it’s available prices should appear below. New Refurbished Retailer Price $643.07 View Deal $662.73 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 13 mini 128GB – Midnight – Unlocked $325 View Deal iPhone 13 mini 128GB – Blue – Unlocked $330.47 View Deal iPhone 13 mini 128GB – Starlight – Unlocked $348.95 View Deal iPhone 13 mini 128GB – Pink – Unlocked $361.75 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Unlocked iPhone 13 Pro & iPhone 13 Pro Max prices Apple no longer sells either of these handsets. If Apple had carried on selling them, they would probably have seen price cuts in 2022, 2023 and 2024, but we’ll never know exactly how generous those cuts would have been. The best we can do when evaluating third-party deals is look at the launch prices from 2021 and demand a significant drop to take into account the passage of time. Then again, a full two years after they were discontinued, stock of these models is likely to be extremely scarce. If there’s anything available, it will show up in the price comparison tables below, but you may be better off checking the Apple Refurbished Store. iPhone 13 Pro prices at launch: 128GB: $999 / £949 / AUD$1,699 256GB: $1,099 / £1,049 / AUD$1,869 512GB: $1,299 / £1,249 / AUD$2,219 1TB: $1,499 / £1,449 / AUD$2,569 New Refurbished Retailer Price $944.49 View Deal $999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 13 Pro 128GB – Graphite – Unlocked $482.99 View Deal iPhone 13 Pro 128GB – Gold – Unlocked $482.99 View Deal iPhone 13 Pro 128GB – Sierra Blue – Unlocked $512.44 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 13 Pro Max prices at launch: 128GB: $1,099 / £1,049 / AUD$1,849 256GB: $1,199 / £1,149 / AUD$2,019 512GB: $1,399 / £1,349 / AUD$2,369 1TB: $1,599 / £1,549 / AUD$2,719 New Refurbished Retailer Price $1,049.70 View Deal $1099 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB – Sierra Blue – Unlocked $558.99 View Deal iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB – Silver – Unlocked $607.93 View Deal iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB – Gold – Unlocked $617 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Where to get refurbished iPhone 13 deals Buying refurbished is the best way to get an iPhone 13 Pro or 13 Pro Max, since stock of new units has fallen so low. It’s also a great way to get a good discount on the iPhone 13 and 13 mini. You may find a refurbished iPhone 13 series phone on sale from Apple’s refurbished store, or one of the other resellers mentioned below. These are the best prices we have seen for the 13-series iPhones at the Apple Refurbished Store. Apple doesn’t always have stock available so if the phone you want isn’t there, check again in a few weeks. U.S. Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 Pro: $929 ($270 off) U.K. Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 mini (256GB): £469 (£290 off) Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 (128GB): £419 (£180 off) Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 Pro (256GB): £679 (£370 off) Apple Refurbished Store, iPhone 13 Pro Max (128GB): £679 (£370 off) Refurbished devices are thoroughly tested and repaired to work and look just like new. In the case of official Apple refurbished iPhones, you get a brand-new body and screen, box, accessories, battery, and warranty. It’s almost indistinguishable from buying a new iPhone. See our full guide to buying refurbished iPhones for more. The Apple Refurbished Store can be the most expensive place to buy refurbished handsets, however, so you may want to try the following resellers instead: U.S. BackMarket Best Buy Refurb.me Gazelle Reboxed U.K. Music Magpie (U.K.) Envirofone (U.K.) Reboxed (U.K.) 4Gadgets (U.K.) Smartfone Store (U.K.)04:31 pmiPhone users still aren't rushing to buy the latest models
Despite Apple's constant rollout of flashy new smartphones, like the new iPhone 16 models, millions of users refuse to upgrade, clinging to their older devices for longer than ever.iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 ProApple unveils new iPhone models each year, which is always a significant event. These new releases, such as the iPhone 16 models in 2024, come packed with new features to entice customers.However, despite the excitement of these advancements, many iPhone users are holding onto their older devices longer than ever before. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:30 pmToday in Apple history: Steve Ballmer freaks out and stomps an iPhone
On September 11, 2009, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer snatched a Microsoft worker's iPhone during a big meeting and pretended to destroy it. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:25 pmApps can now entice you to re-subscribe with special App Store offers
Apple has created a new way for developers to entice users back to their apps. Soon, you may start seeing special offers from subscription apps whose plans you’ve canceled. more…