
Brandon Russell
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Case manufacturer claims Apple will release iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max
By Brandon Russell published
It was just a few days ago a report claimed Apple’s next major smartphone would be called iPhone Pro. Turns out, that was just part of the story.

iPhone 11 rumored to feature new color and matte design
By Brandon Russell published
We’re about a month away from the iPhone 11’s unveiling, and while there’s been plenty of chatter about what to expect, there’s a new leak taking the internet by storm.

Apple Watch, AirPods, and HomePod to face tariffs in September
By Brandon Russell published
AirPods, Apple Watch, and HomePod will face 10% tariffs from the Trump administration on September 1.

Revamped Apple Maps now available in Northeastern U.S.
By Brandon Russell published
Apple's revamped Maps is rolling out to the Northeastern U.S., including New York, Maine, and Vermont

Apple Card doesn't have a dedicated website for online bill pay yet
By Brandon Russell published
The lack of an online portal could cause headaches for Apple Card users who lose their iPhone.

Apple adds more colleges to Apple Wallet support
By Brandon Russell published
Students at 12 new universities can add their student ID to Apple Wallet.

Apple partners with RESOLVE to responsibly source gold for its products
By Brandon Russell published
Apple on Tuesday announced a partnership with RESOLVE in an effort to responsibly source gold, which is used in small amounts throughout Apple’s product portfolio.

Security researcher says this modified Lightning cable can hack your Mac
By Brandon Russell published
It looks like a harmless Lightning cable but looks can be deceiving.

Apple Card offers 3% cash back through iPhone Upgrade Program payments
By Brandon Russell published
Apparently, when you use your Apple Card with Apple’s iPhone Upgrade Program, you get the maximum 3% cash back.

HomeKit support no longer planned for popular TP-Link smart plug
By Brandon Russell published
A support document cites a change in the company’s roadmap for the lack of support.

Arlo Pro and Arlo Pro 2 add support for Apple's HomeKit
By Brandon Russell published
At CES, Arlo promised HomeKit support would be available for two of its most popular devices. Now, Arlo is delivering on that promise.

Physical titanium Apple Card arriving to customers after early launch
By Brandon Russell published
Several Apple Card customers have already received their physical Apple Card.

Apple introduces updated USB-C Digital AV Multiport dongle
By Brandon Russell published
Apple’s USB-C Digital AV Multiport dongle has quietly been updated with several improvements.

HomePod just a blip in growing smart speaker market, says report
By Brandon Russell published
Earlier this year, Apple lowered the price of HomePod from $350 to $300. It doesn’t appear, however, that the price drop has had any significant effect on sales.

Apple to supply security researchers with special iPhones
By Brandon Russell published
Apple on Thursday announced it will supply security researchers with special iPhones in a bid to strengthen hardware and software security.

Researchers allegedly bypass Apple's Face ID using modified glasses
By Brandon Russell published
Researchers presenting at the 2019 Black Hat conference have revealed a possible flaw with facial biometrics, including Apple’s Face ID.

Apple Card rolling out to more users, but availability still limited for now
By Brandon Russell published
If you missed the first wave of Apple Card invites, multiple reports claim more invites are going out now. Some people are even claiming they were able to sign up without an invite at all.

iOS 12 adoption reaches 90% on eve of iOS 13 launch
By Brandon Russell published
Apple has released updated figures for iOS adoption, with Apple’s latest release, iOS 12, the most-used version currently available.

Apple shines a spotlight on Teacher Coding Academies
By Brandon Russell last updated
One educator referred to Apple’s Teacher Coding Academies as “transformative.”

Apple Music launches Digital Masters for high quality audio
By Brandon Russell last updated
Apple Music has unveiled a new Digital Masters initiative for high quality audio.

ASMR is the latest star of Apple's Shot on iPhone series
By Brandon Russell published
Apple has released a new Shot on iPhone series dedicated to the ASMR community.

Apple reportedly working on folding iPhone and iPad for 2021 launch
By Brandon Russell published
A new report claims Apple is working on a foldable mobile device and it could arrive as early as 2021.

Apple Card won't support exporting data to Mint at launch
By Brandon Russell published
You’ll only be able to see data and transaction history from the Wallet app.