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Twelve South releases PlugBug Duo accessory, adds two USB ports to MacBook charger

This qualifies as both useful and nifty. Accessory maker Twelve South has expanded upon its PlugBug lineup with the PlugBug Duo. The PlugBug Duo function as a replacement for the outlet plug on your MacBook and MacBook Pro MagSafe or USB C charger that includes two USB-A ports for powering up other devices like your […]

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Rumor: AirPower mat to ship this fall alongside next-gen iPhones, retail for $150

Apple’s long-delayed AirPower charging mat is definitely still in play in the rumor mill, with Chinese-language web site stating that Chongdiantou the 5.8-inch, 6.1-inch, and 6.5-inch iPhones released this fall should offer a wireless charging feature. The rumor also states that the AirPower mat should ship around fall and be available for $150. Apple engineers […]

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iOS 12 developer beta 5 features images of next-gen AirPods charging case, complete with LED status light

Sometimes it’s the beta builds that offer the coolest hints as to what Apple products are en route. With the release of iOS 12 developer beta 5, a screenshot was discovered of the upcoming AirPods charging case. The new case features an LED displaying an amber light, meaning the device is currently charging or low […]

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Apple now involved in eight U.S.-based lawsuits, one Israel lawsuit following iPhone battery slowdown scandal

When it rains it pours. Apple is presently facing no less than eight individual lawsuits over claims it artificially slowed down iPhones with aging batteries. The cases were filed in U.S. Federal Courts in California, Illinois, and New York. Each of these cases is pushing for class action status. The first cases were filed in […]

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Apple patent application hints at waterproof next-gen AirPods case capable of charging assorted devices

Sometimes it’s the patent applications that offer the most insight. A recently published patent application from Apple highlights the notion of a future AirPods case that could also serve as a wireless charging dock for the iPhone and Apple Watch. The patent application depicts the AirPods charging case doubling as a charger for a variety […]