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Apple patent highlights dual-layer LCD displays with theoretical 1,000,000 to 1 contrast ratio

This could lead to an absolutely amazing display. In a recently published patent application, Apple describes a technology that could reduce image artifacts in high dynamic range (HDR) dual-layer LCDs, technology that could theoretically boost a typical display’s contrast ratio to 1,000,000 to 1. In its “Devices and methods of image-splitting for dual-layer high dynamic […]

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Apple releases Swift 3.0 preview 1 ahead of WWDC

If you’re a Mac or iOS developer, this is huge. Prior to the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple has release Swift 3.0 preview 1, the tech preview for the latest version of its Swift programming language. According to the Swift-Evolution GitHub page, the primary goal of Swift 3.0 is to “solidify and mature the Swift […]

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Apple releases iTunes 12.4 update

Apple on Monday released iTunes 12.4, adding a new, simpler design element to its user interface along with standard bug fixes. The new version also introduces a sidebar for easier navigation as well as a revamped media picker and may also include safeguards to protect users from an issue that could cause music stored in […]

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Apple releases Q2 2016 numbers, reports $10.5 billion profit, but first decline in revenue in over a decade

The good news is that Apple made billions and billions of dollars in profits last quarter. The bad news is that this represents a lower profit than Q2 of 2015. For the first time ever, iPhone sales fell for the quarter. While this doesn’t include iPhone SE sales, Apple reported its first quarterly revenue decline […]

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Bay area software developer selling massive vintage Apple collection

If you’re a vintage Apple hardware fan, you’re going to like this. Bay area software developer, in an effort to clear out some space in his apartment, has just placed a massive amount of his Apple hardware collection on Craigslist with most of the items at rock bottom prices as well as assorted free items […]