Welcome back to This Week in Apps, the weekly TechCrunch series that recaps the latest in mobile OS news, mobile applications and the overall app economy. The app industry continues to grow, with a …
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Here are 2 reasons why you shouldn’t roll back from iOS 14.5 to iOS 14.4 (and 1 reason why it’s impossible)
Whenever Apple releases a new software update for the iPhone and iPad, you have to decide how soon you should update. Do you wait to see if there are any bugs? Or do you take the plunge right away and …
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iPhone 13’s juiciest rumors so far: What’s going on with Apple’s notch design?
Major design changes probably won’t happen for the iPhone 13, but people are getting pretty riled up about rumored tweaks to the notch, camera bump and more.
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A pink iPhone 13? Apple, please make this happen
A dubious photo of an apparent pink iPhone 13 made the rounds on Twitter recently and, actually, this rumor could come true.
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Apple again calls for dismissal of $800 million coronavirus app suit
Apple lawyers are continuing to press for dismissal of an App Store lawsuit regarding the Coronavirus Reporter app, claiming the developer is “cobbling together” allegations.
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Apple battle: iPhone 12 Pro Max vs. iPhone 12 mini, Part 1
I noticed my iPhone X’s maximum battery capacity had dropped to 89 percent. I thought about replacing it with an iPhone 12 but couldn’t decide between the iPhone 12 Pro Max and the iPhone 12 mini. So, …
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Best smartwatch 2021: Apple Watch and more top picks
It’s been six years since the first Apple Watch was released, and it’s pretty clear to most that Apple’s wearable is the best smartwatch available. It requires an iPhone, though, so Android phone …
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Apple Stores keep mask mandate in place as other retailers ease restrictions
Though some retailers have eased COVID-19 restrictions, Apple will keep its mask mandate and related safeguards in place at U.S. Apple Store locations, according to a report on Friday.
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Apple Loop: Massive iPhone 13 Leaks, IOS 14.5 Privacy Win, Powerful iMac Surprise
This week’s Apple headlines; the latest iPhone 13 leak, the impact of iOS 14.5’s new privacy control, securely sharing your iPad, new iMac benchmarks, the latest in Epic vs Apple, and rick-rolling the …
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iPhone 8 vs. iPhone 12: The features and specs that will determine if you spend or save
Out of the four iPhone 12 models that Apple announced last October, the iPhone 12 is best suited for most people, and it’s also one of our highest-rated phones ever. But if you’ve held back from …
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FDA says iPhone 12 MagSafe risk to pacemakers is low
An investigation by the US Food and Drug Administration into devices such as MagSafe and the iPhone 12, has concluded that the risk to patients with pacemakers is low, but advises caution.
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This might be the secret behind the shrinking notch on the iPhone 13
We’re still about four months out from the launch of the iPhone 13, but rumors and leaks have been popping up at a furious pace in recent months. According to those leaks, one of the most …
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Apple is swatting down criticisms about how it runs its App Store
Apple is swatting down criticisms about how it runs its App Store, arguing its policies are just like those of its peers, in a new letter to senators today.Between the lines: Apple is making similar …
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iPhone Users’ Favorite iOS 14.5 Feature Is A Rip-Roaring Success
IPhone users have confirmed their favorite iOS 14.5 feature, proving Apple was right to take its controversial gamble.
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AirPods 3, HiFi Apple Music Tier Launch Could Happen On May 18, Says Latest Leak
The leak’s source does not have a track record yet when it comes to rumors about Apple’s upcoming plans, his claims add substance to a rumor that emerged last month.
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iPhone 13 rumors: Everything you need to know
It feels like the iPhone 12 only just landed, but we’re already looking ahead to the next one. While we’re not sure of the name—we’re calling it the iPhone 13 here but it …
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Flipkart Apple Days sale ends tonight: Deals on iPhone 12 series, iPhone 11 and more
The e-commerce giant is offering a discount on the iPhone 12 series, iPhone 11 series, iPhone XR, iPhone SE 2020 and other devices.
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