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Hardware MacBook News USB-C

Apple launches USB-C charging cable replacement program, cites “design issue”

When in doubt, offer a replacement program. Apple on Friday announced that it will now offer free replacements for MacBook charging cables that use the USB Type-C specification because some of them have not been working correctly. The company offered the following quote on the matter: “A limited number of Apple USB-C charge cables that […]

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iPad iPhone News wireless

FCC allows LTE-U network testing through Verizon, Qualcomm

A faster cellular network architecture is en route for your iOS device. The FCC has approved additional testing of a cellular technology called LTE-U, controversial because it can operate over the same bands as Wi-Fi routers. Qualcomm will now be able to test LTE-U hardware at two Verizon facilities. The firms are among those arguing […]

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Hardware iPhone Rumor

Rumor: Apple said to be “close to agreement” with OLED suppliers for next-gen iPhones

The rumor mill is acting up with new claims that next-gen iPhones will switch over to OLED displays. The current word around the camp fire is that LG and Samsung Display are close to a final agreement with Apple for the screens, adding the two Korean firms plan a combined 15 trillion won ($12.8 billion) […]

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Hardware iPhone Rumor

Rumor: Apple experimenting with a least five different iPhone 7 configurations, could replace Lightning port with USB-C port

The world is nothing without rumors about the next-gen iPhone. As of now, the current rumor has it that Apple is testing no less than five different iPhone 7 models, all with distinct differences. While this should be taken with a grain of salt, it’s said that Apple is looking into replacing the Lightning connector […]

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Hardware News Wearables

Swatch looking to release smartwatch to compete in wearables market

It’s been a while since Swatch was considered hip and/or cutting edge, but the company might be seeing something in the wearables market. Swatch Group AG announced plans to start selling a smartwatch within the next three months, potentially pitting the Swiss maker of colorful plastic timepieces against the debut of the Apple Watch. The […]