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Targus to release Cypress Hero EcoSmart Backpack featuring “Find My” technology in early 2022

With any luck, it’ll be more difficult to lose this backpack than other. Accessory maker Targus has announced that it will release a new backpack featuring Apple’s Find My network integration in early 2022. The backpack could then be easily located via Apple’s “Find My” app. Per Targus: “With today’s mobile consumers who carry several […]

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Updated AirPods firmware adds support for Conversation Boost feature with AirPods Max units

We have some additional details as to Apple’s firmware version 4A400, which was released on Tuesday for the AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max audio systems. The new firmware has been confirmed to enable a new Conversation Boost feature that was demonstrated at WWDC earlier this year. Apple says Conversation Boost is designed to help […]

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Apple releases updated Find My features for AirPods Pro and AirPods Max devices

Apple on Tuesday reported that the company had released new firmware versions for its AirPods Pro and AirPods Max products. The new software also enables Find My support for the devices, which Apple first teased back in June at WWDC. The new features for compatible AirPods models within the Find My now include precise location, […]

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Microsoft currently testing updated Xbox controller firmware with improved pairing, energy efficiency for iOS, iPadOS users

This could come in handy. Microsoft has begun testing a new firmware version for its Xbox One, Xbox Elite 2, and Xbox Adaptive Controllers. The updated firmware should dramatically improve cross-device connectivity and latency. Microsoft has also stated that the controllers now support Bluetooth Low Energy for improved connectivity with iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 devices. […]

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Intel previews features of upcoming “Alder Lake” processor, fall 2021 release date expected

Although Apple is switching a fair amount of its gear to Apple Silicon processors, Intel still has some good stuff en route. Intel is releasing its new “Alder Lake” processor this fall. The chip will offer support for DDR5, PCIe Gen5, Thunderbolt 4, and Wi-Fi 6E. The processor will also feature a new hybrid architecture; […]