Hardware
Apple Vision Pro Secures FCC Approval Sans Wi-Fi 6E Support
January 17, 2024 – In a recent development, Apple’s Vision Pro has obtained FCC certification ahead of its market debut. Surprisingly, the FCC documents confirm that the Apple Vision Pro does not support Wi-Fi 6E, a departure from the trend seen in other Apple devices such as the iPad Pro, iPhone 15 Pro series, and…
LG Electronics to Unveil XR Devices Next Year, CEO Confirms
January 16, 2024 – LG Electronics CEO Cho Joo-wan has recently confirmed to The Guru, a South Korean technology media outlet, that the company is planning to unveil XR devices as early as next year. However, due to the lack of distinction between singular and plural forms of the word “device” in Korean, it remains…
Apple Claims Top Spot in Q4 2023 Smartphone Shipments, Outpacing Samsung and Others
January 16, 2024 – According to recent data released by the International Data Corporation (IDC), the global smartphone shipments for the fourth quarter of 2023 have been officially announced. The report reveals that Apple shipped 80.5 million units in Q4 2023, securing a market share of 24.7% and claiming the top spot in the industry….
Apple Quietly Updates Vision Pro Promo, Omitting ‘Sky Replacement’ Feature
January 15, 2024 – In a recent development, Apple, which unveiled its mixed reality headset Vision Pro during the 2023 WWDC conference with a promotional video running 9 minutes and 22 seconds, has quietly made some adjustments. Keen-eyed observers have noticed that the video has been subtly updated, with its duration now trimmed to 9…
USPTO Update Reveals Apple’s New Controller Patent: A Fusion of Apple Pencil Design and Advanced Functionality
January 12, 2024 – In a recent update from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Apple has been granted a design patent for a unique controller resembling the form of an Apple Pencil. This innovative device is designed to work seamlessly with a range of Apple products, including head-mounted displays, Macs, iPhones, iPads,…
Apple Introduces Facial Scanning for Personalized Vision Pro Headset Fitting
January 12, 2024 – Recent revelations by sources close to Apple’s inner workings, specifically Aaron Perris, have shed light on a new feature within the Apple Store app. It appears that customers looking to purchase the Vision Pro headset will first need to undergo a facial scan. This innovative step ensures that Apple can provide…
Samsung’s Upcoming Galaxy Tab Active 5 5G Tablet Revealed with Impressive Specs on Google Play Console
January 10, 2024 – Recent reports have revealed the upcoming arrival of Samsung’s Galaxy Tab Active 5 5G tablet, as it makes an appearance on the Google Play Console. The device, bearing the model number SM-X306B, is equipped with 6GB of RAM and runs on the Android 14 operating system. The Google Play Console listing…
Google Unveils ‘Tap to Cast’ for Pixel Tablet at CES 2024, Enhancing Smart Home and Media Experiences
January 10, 2024 – Google, at the CES 2024 exposition, announced its plans to introduce a new feature for the Pixel Tablet known as “Tap to Cast.” This innovation aims to transform the Pixel Tablet into a central hub for managing all smart home and media needs. The upcoming “Tap to Cast” functionality will enable…
Apple Updates Xcode and TestFlight in Preparation for Vision Pro Headset Launch
January 09, 2024 – In preparation for the upcoming launch of its Vision Pro mixed reality headset in the United States on February 2, Apple today released updated versions of Xcode 15.2 and TestFlight 3.5. According to the release notes, Xcode 15.2 comes equipped with the visionOS SDK and has addressed several bugs within the…
Apple to Showcase Vision Pro Headset at Exclusive Event on February 2
January 09, 2024 – Apple has recently sent out invitations to various media outlets and guests, announcing an upcoming event at the Apple Store on Friday, February 2, at 8 a.m. local time in the United States. The highly anticipated occasion will showcase the company’s Vision Pro headset. The invitation-only event, promoted via email, is…