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Fortnite to arrive on first European AltStore on iOS, Epic announces plans for expansion

As promised, and following years of litigation between Apple and Epic Games, Epic Games on Thursday announced plans to bring Fortnite to alternative app store AltStore in the European Union, which will mean the popular game will soon be available to download on iPhones and iPads. AltStore PAL, which was created by developer Riley Testut, […]

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Rumor: At least one iPhone 17 model could incorporate mechanical aperture feature

When in doubt, go for the mechanical option. Apple is rumored to be planning to release at least one iPhone model in 2025 that will feature a mechanical aperture. Per The Information, such a system would allow users to adjust the size of the iPhone 17’s aperture, which refers to the opening of the camera […]

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Allstate Protection Plans releases dunk/drop test results for high-end Apple, Google, and Samsung smartphones

Since Allstate and other insurance companies tend to win up insuring (and footing the bill) for a number of devices, they’re now the ones shattering them to see which holds up to inevitable accidents the best. Device insurance provider Allstate Protection Plans on Monday shared the results of one of its annual device drop tests, […]

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Rumor: iPhone 15 models could support full 35W charging capacity, offer improved battery recharge times

The iPhone 15 is almost here and the rumor mill is abuzz as to its possible features. Among the biggest changes expected is the replacement of the Lightning connector with USB-C. If so, this would allow for much faster charging speeds. Per a source familiar with the matter, the iPhone 15 could support charging with […]

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Engineer adds wired USB-C connection to AirPods, removes need for Lightning charging case

This could come in handy. Hardware prototyping consultant Ken Pillonel has done it again, this time adding wires and a USB-C connector to a set of AirPods, bypassing the need for its charging case. The AirPods and AirPods Pro earbuds, which are not designed to be serviced or repaired because no internal components can be […]