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03 Aug

Top 10 Best-Selling Smartphones in Q2 2024: Apple and Samsung Dominate

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The second quarter of 2024 saw a continued dominance of Apple and Samsung in the global smartphone market. The iPhone 15 series, launched earlier in the year, proved to be a major sales driver, capturing the top three spots in the list of best-selling smartphones. Top 10 best-selling smartphones in the second quarter of 2024. Photo: Counterpoint. Apple's Strong Performance The iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and iPhone 15 Pro claimed the first, second, and third positions respectively. While the overall sales of the iPhone 15 lineup were slightly lower compared to its predecessor, the iPhone 14, the…

18 Jul

BYD produces iPhone 16 for Apple

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In a move that could signal a significant shift in its manufacturing partnerships, Apple has reportedly placed a substantial number of production orders for the upcoming iPhone 16 series with BYD, a Chinese tech giant. This news comes as Apple seeks to diversify its supply chain and potentially reduce its reliance on Foxconn, the current leading iPhone manufacturer. iPhone 16 concept. Photo: 9to5macs. According to sources close to the matter, BYD has secured orders for "tens of millions" of iPhone 16 units, a substantial portion of the expected production volume. This is a significant win for BYD, which has steadily…

12 Jul

Foxconn China increases wages and bonuses to attract workers assembling iPhone 16

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Foxconn, the primary assembler of iPhones for Apple, is reportedly increasing wages and offering substantial bonuses to attract workers for the production of the upcoming iPhone 16. This move comes amid ongoing challenges in securing a sufficient workforce at its Chinese facilities. One of the production floors in Foxconn factory at Shenzhen. Photo: Wikipedia. The decision to boost compensation packages reflects a strategic shift by Foxconn to address labor shortages that have plagued the company in recent years. Factors such as changing demographics, rising wages in other sectors, and improved working conditions elsewhere have made it increasingly difficult to recruit…

11 Jul

Apple became the first company to reach a capitalization of 3,500 billion USD

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In a historic milestone for the tech industry, Apple has solidified its position as the world's most valuable company by surpassing a market capitalization of $3.5 trillion. This unprecedented achievement underscores Apple's enduring dominance in the global marketplace and its ability to consistently outperform expectations. Apple Park is the company's headquarters in Cupertino, California, in Silicon Valley. Photo: Wikipedia. The company's journey to this lofty valuation has been marked by a series of groundbreaking innovations and successful product launches. The iPhone, in particular, has been the cornerstone of Apple's success, capturing a significant share of the smartphone market and generating…

09 Jul

Microsoft China requires employees to use iPhones

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In a move that has sparked debate and surprised many, Microsoft China has announced a new policy requiring all its employees to switch from Android devices to iPhones for work purposes. This decision, effective September 2024, prioritizes iPhones within the company's China operations, raising questions about security concerns and the implications for a more fragmented mobile ecosystem. Microsoft China office. Photo: Microsoft. Microsoft cites security as the primary driver for this shift. The company claims that a standardized mobile environment using iPhones aligns better with its Secure Future Initiative, a global program aimed at enhancing cybersecurity practices. The reasoning suggests…

03 Jul

iPhone X Enters the Sunset: Apple Classifies it as “Vintage”

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Apple has quietly ushered the iPhone X into a new phase of its lifecycle, adding it to its "vintage" product list. This designation signifies that the iPhone X, once a revolutionary device, is no longer actively sold by Apple and will see limited support going forward. The "vintage" category applies to products discontinued by Apple for more than five but less than seven years. While iPhone X users can breathe a sigh of relief as their devices are not entirely obsolete, some changes are to be expected. Apple iPhone X. Photo: Digital Trends. Firstly, Apple will no longer carry iPhone…

14 Jun

iPhone 15 does not support Apple Intelligence

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Apple's much-anticipated WWDC 2024 keynote unveiled a wave of groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence, introducing "Apple Intelligence." These features promised to revolutionize user experience across iPhones, iPads, and Macs. However, excitement quickly turned to disappointment for some iPhone 15 users as Apple revealed the new system wouldn't be compatible with the standard iPhone 15 and 15 Plus models. Craig Federighi, senior vice president of software engineering at Apple, shows off Apple AI. Photo: Apple. So, what gives? Why is the latest iPhone left out of the AI party? While the iPhone 15 boasts the powerful A16 Bionic chip, analysts believe…

04 Jun

Charging Breakthrough: Phones Juiced Up in a Minute?

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Hold onto your (almost dead) phones, a new research breakthrough could have you saying goodbye to extended charging times. Scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder have made significant strides in understanding how ions move within supercapacitors, paving the way for a future where charging your phone could take as little as 60 seconds. An image simulating the movement of ions in research. Photo: CU Boulder The key to this dramatic improvement lies in optimizing ion movement. Supercapacitors, unlike traditional batteries, store energy through the accumulation of ions on electrodes. The new study sheds light on how these ions navigate…

29 May

Apple’s China Rebound: iPhone Sales Surge 52%

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Apple can finally breathe a sigh of relief in China. After a rough start to 2024 with sluggish iPhone sales, the tech giant witnessed a remarkable turnaround in April. iPhone shipments in China, the world's largest smartphone market, skyrocketed by an impressive 52% year-over-year, according to data from a research firm affiliated with the Chinese government. This positive shift comes as welcome news for Apple, which has been battling against increasing competition from domestic rivals like Huawei, particularly in the premium smartphone segment. An Apple store on Nanjing East Road in Shanghai. Photo: Bloomberg The first quarter of 2024 proved…

21 May

Apple Patches Ghostly Photos: iOS 17 Bug Fix Restores Deleted Photos No More

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iPhone users, rejoice! A recent software update from Apple has finally quelled the unsettling ghost of deleted photos. The iOS 17 bug, which caused previously deleted photos to reappear in the library, has been addressed in the latest patch. A Haunting Experience: Deleted Photos Back from the Dead The bug, reported by numerous users after updating to iOS 17, manifested as a perplexing phenomenon. Photos meticulously deleted from the device's storage mysteriously reappeared, often marked as "recently uploaded to iCloud." This glitch not only caused confusion but also raised concerns about data privacy and accidental exposure of sensitive photos. The…