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In-cabin notebook ban may soon apply to flights from Europe to U.S.

The Department of Homeland Security may be expanding its notebook ban, forbidding notebooks in the cabins of all flights from Europe to the United States. News of the expanded ban, which could be announced as soon as Thursday, came from European security officials. Passengers flying from Europe to the United States may need to store […]

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Apple Support app updated to 1.1, adds new scheduling features for Apple Authorized Service Provider locations

This could come in handy. Apple has just released version 1.1 of its Apple Support app, the new version allowing users to schedule device repairs at Authorized Service Providers, not just Apple store Genius Bars. The integration greatly increases the number of service locations available to customers and is a welcome addition for users living […]

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Apple extends Smart Keyboard for iPad Pro limited warranty to 36 months for variety of issues

This might prove helpful. Apple has extended its repair program for its Smart Keyboard for iPad Pro. Within the extension, customers experiencing certain issues with the product to receive repairs or replacements from Apple for three years after the device is purchased. Apple informed its retail staff and authorized service providers of the new policy […]

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Rumor: Next-gen iPhone to feature improvements to receiver, stereo sound, waterproofing

Amidst all the rumors, there’s got to be a nugget of truth in here somewhere. Apple’s next-gen iPhone is said to feature an “enhanced receiver” with “further improvements” to stereo sound and waterproofing, according to new research shared this week by JPMorgan analysts, who track the company’s supply chain in the Asia-Pacific region. As of […]

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Qualcomm could consider “nuclear option” in ongoing royalty dispute with Apple

Things are getting ugly between Apple and Qualcomm. Qualcomm, which has been in a heated dispute with Apple over patent royalty payment, may exercise the nuclear option by asking the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) to block iPhone imports. At the root of the dispute between Apple and Qualcomm are cellular communication technology patents […]