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  • Rumor: iPhone 17 Air could be Apple’s first foldable handset as well as feature a “high-density” battery

    Rumor: iPhone 17 Air could be Apple’s first foldable handset as well as feature a “high-density” battery

    Apple’s rumored iPhone 17 Air could be the company’s first foldable handset as well as feature a “high-density” battery.

    Per a blog post by noted supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 17 Air “will use the same high-density battery cells as the ultra-thin iPhone 17.”

    Kuo did not share any precise Wh/mAh battery capacity figures.

    There are currently three rumored

    While there have been some concerns that the iPhone 17 Air’s ultra features for the iPhone 17 Air that contribute to the device having longer battery life than some might have expected, including the high-density battery calls, Apple’s power-efficient C1 modem, and the lack of an Ultra Wide camera providing more internal space for a larger battery.

    Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 Air come September, with Kuo having stated that the device will measure just 5.5mm at its thinnest point.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via MacRumors and mingchikuo.craft.me

  • Rumor: Apple to ship low-end and high-end versions of its mixed reality headset in 2025

    Rumor: Apple to ship low-end and high-end versions of its mixed reality headset in 2025

    If the rumored $3,000 price tag for Apple’s mixed reality headset sounds high, there may be a lower-end variant available come 2025.

    Per noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple’s second-generation AR/VR headset will be offered in high-end and low-end versions. Shipments of the second-generation model are expected to be around ten times those of the first-generation model.

    Multiple rumors have indicated that the first-gen units of the AR/VR headset will ship later this year, be priced somewhere around $3,000, and will be positioned as a device for developers, content creators, and professionals. Apple expects to sell just one headset per day per retail store, and the company has told suppliers that it expects sales of seven to 10 million units during the first year of availability.

    The high price point is due to the high-end hardware that Apple is thought to be using, but the company reportedly wants to make a future version more affordable by using less pricey components such as lower-resolution lenses.

    That could see Apple offer a two-tiered series of the second-generation device to appeal to a wider customer base, similar to the way it offers both standard and more premium Pro-branded iPhones each year.

    According to one report, Apple’s manufacturing partner Foxconn is already developing a cheaper second-generation version of the headset, but it is still believed to be in the early stages. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has said the second-generation headset could arrive in 2024 or 2025, whereas Kuo’s sources suggest to him that a 2025 release is more likely.

    The first generation model of Apple’s mixed reality headset is expected to be announced during Apple’s WWDC opening keynote on Monday, June 5.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via MacRumors, Medium, The Information, and Bloomberg

  • Some Mac Studio owners complain of high-pitched whining sound from fan system

    Some Mac Studio owners complain of high-pitched whining sound from fan system

    This is arguably why firmware updates were invented.

    A number of Mac Studio owners have posted complaints online that their desktops are making a high-pitched “whining” sound that appears to be coming from the fan.

    Most of the complaints are coming from ‌Mac Studio‌ owners who opted for the M1 Max ‌Mac Studio‌ rather than the Ultra version, which is not a surprise as the two machines have different thermal setups.

    MacRumors reader susetblvd offered the following description of the issue:

    Hi, I’ve been following this thread and wanted to share my experience with the Mac Studio. I ordered the M1 Max version with 32 Core GPU and 64 GB Ram. After a week or two I started noticing a high pitched whining sound. The ordinary fan noise was audible but not disturbingly so. The high pitched sound was sth I couldn’t ignore. I have a relatively quite working space and the sound kept being distractive. I decided to take my studio to the apple store after contacting apple support and trying a bunch of software fixes like reinstalling the os. After a day of inspection the tech guy at the apple store claimed it was just normal fan noise within the expected range of noises and said they couldn’t do anything about it. Disappointed I called apple support again and they agreed to send me a replacement, which I am currently waiting for.

    User h43m offered the following description:

    Just unboxed my Mac Studio with M1max (64GB RAM, 32 Cores GPU, 1TB SSD). There is definitely an annoying noise at exactly 2120hz (I compared it using a sinus wave generator). I am pretty sure this comes from the fan and is not a coil whine, since the frequency changes when the fan speed changes. Definitely not acceptable for a product with this price tag…

    ‌Mac Studio‌ buyers who are within their two week return period can get a replacement from Apple, but there are reports that replacement machines have also demonstrated the the same issue. It is not clear if this is something that can be addressed in a software update or if it’s a hardware issue that Apple is dealing with.

    Apple has yet to issue an official comment as to the noise issue.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via MacRumors

  • High-end MacBook Pro, other Apple products see shipping delays following most recent COVID-19 lockdown in China

    High-end MacBook Pro, other Apple products see shipping delays following most recent COVID-19 lockdown in China

    It’s two steps forward and one step back with the COVID-19 pandemic.

    The most recent lockdown in China has already begun impacting the production, shipping, and availability of some Apple products, including the higher-end MacBook Pro. Other devices, such as the third-generation iPhone SE, seem unaffected, albeit this may be due to lackluster demand for the handset.

    At least three key Chinese suppliers are affected by the current lockdown and noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo offered the following report as to how this is affecting Apple:

    “The delivery status of the new iPhone SE made exclusively by Pegatron remains “in stock” on Apple’s online stores in many countries after the China lockdown, implying that the current inventories can still meet lackluster demand. Conversely, the delivery time of high-end MacBook Pros (Quanta as the sole supplier) that have been in good demand since launch has roughly increased by 3-5 weeks after the China lockdown.”

    Earlier Wednesday, it was noted that some base-model iPad Air models had delivery dates estimated for longer, although it doesn’t seem to be the case anymore.

    If you’ve seen shipping or estimated receiving delays on your end, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via 9to5Mac and @mingchikuo

  • Rumor: Apple evaluating possible ruggedized Apple Watch unit for high-impact users

    Rumor: Apple evaluating possible ruggedized Apple Watch unit for high-impact users

    After years of relying on third parties to make ruggedized cases and accessories for high-impact wearers, Apple is reportedly considering creating a ruggedized Apple Watch of its own.

    It’s thought that Apple would sell the unit in a similar fashion to how it sells the Apple Watch SE, and would incorporate hardware engineering choices like corner protection and more impact resistance than the existing model.

    Alongside the effort, Apple is also said to be working on improved swim tracking.

    Per a Bloomberg report on Friday, this marks “at least the second time” that Apple has put the idea of a ruggedized Apple Watch through its evaluation process.

    It’s unknown as to when the product would release, nor guesses as to its price point, and the report alleges that the internal discussions revolve around a 2021 or 2022 release “at the earliest.”

    As with most similar reports about future Apple products, there is the normal disclaimer that Apple’s plans may change, and the product may never see the light of day.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via AppleInsider and Bloomberg