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Rumor: Apple purchasing 55 and 65-inch 4K display panels from LG for Apple TV project

When Apple goes buying components, it at least drops a hint as to what’s coming up in the product line. Per 9to5Mac and DigiTimes, Apple has apparently been purchasing 55 and 65-inch Ultra HD TV panels from LG. Apple has been rumored several times to be building a full fledged HDTV to go along with […]

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hard drive Hardware iMac News

Apple adds 256, 512 GB Flash drive options as build-to-order options for iMac

It’s pricey, but it’s a useful option. Per MacRumors, Apple has added new storage options to its iMac lineup, allowing users to choose either a 256 GB or 512 GB flash storage drive as part of the order customization process. The new options are available as US$300 and US$600 surcharges respectively to replace the 1 […]

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Hardware iPad Rumor

Rumor: AU Optronics building displays for 7.85-inch iPad

Component reports aren’t always the full story, but they point to something that’s being built. Per DigiTimes, Apple is said to have tapped AU Optronics to build displays for its 7.85-inch iPad, reportedly set to hit the market in November. Citing unnamed sources in Taiwan, the publication said that AU Optronics recently landed orders to […]

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battery Hardware MacBook Pro News

Retina Display MacBook Pro battery more expensive than previous iterations

Apple’s new Retina Display MacBook Pro may be snazzy, but it isn’t cheap to fix if the battery fails. Per Macworld, the battery on the current model has been priced at 54 percent more expensive than the previous iteration. Apple updated the pricing list for MacBook battery replacements, showing that servicing the new model’s battery […]

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Hardware MacBook Pro Rumor

Rumor: Apple expected to phase out 17-inch MacBook Pro in upcoming hardware generation

The 17-inch MacBook Pro had a great run, but it may not be long for this world. Per AppleInsider, With a new MacBook lineup said to be on the way, Apple is expected to discontinue its 17-inch MacBook Pro this year, and might even ax the Pro lineup entirely in favor of the “new MacBook” […]