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Apple offering iPad Air 2 units to some customers looking to repair their iPad fourth-gen units, dwindling stock cited

If you’re looking for a replacement fourth-gen iPad, Apple may send you a newer and more capable iPad Air 2 as a substitute from Apple Stores and authorized service providers. The company is apparently implementing the new policy, allowing its repair staff to ship an iPad Air 2 for a unit replacement when stock of […]

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California DMV grants Apple permit to test self-driving cars on public streets

Apple’s self-driving car project is another step closer to completion. The company has been granted a permit that enables it to test autonomous vehicles on public roads in the state of California, according to the California DMV website. Apple was added to the list of permit holders that are allowed to participate in the Autonomous […]

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T-Mobile snags $8 billion of wireless network spectrum for future infrastructure improvements

It never hurts to prepare for the future. T-Mobile recently won an FCC wireless auction for a portion of the wireless airwave spectrum, thereby spending $8 billion to expand its network. The carrier acquired over 1,500 wireless licenses in the 600MHz range. Signals within the 600MHz can travel longer distance and are generally considered high […]

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Some users report of “popping sound”, possible thermal issues with 2016 MacBook Pro

This may not be the happiest news in the world, but if you’re experiencing a “popping sound” issue with your 2016 MacBook Pro, you’re not alone. A growing number of users are reporting that they hear a strange “popping” noise coming from their MacBook Pro. Users explain that the sound is a popping similar to […]

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Rumor: Next-gen Apple Watch may include glucose sensors, address diabetic market’s concerns

The next-gen Apple Watch may feature glucose sensors. CNBC, citing sources close to the story, has reported that Apple has reportedly hired a team of biomedical engineers to develop noninvasive glucose sensors for integration in Apple Watch, a solution that could lead to continuous monitoring of blood sugar levels for users with diabetes. The small […]