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ChargerLAB performs full teardown of Apple 35W dual USB-C charger, posts findings

Last week, Apple began selling its new 35W dual USB-C charger in two versions, offering both a regular and a compact model. While they perform the same functions at the same capacities, there’s a small design tweak on the exterior of the product. The cool cats at the ChargerLAB YouTube channel posted a full teardown […]

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Rumor: Apple reportedly looking to acquire key component of Intel’s modem business

Apple is rumored to be in talks to buy a key section of Intel’s modem business, a division that was effectively shut down after Apple and Qualcomm settled their worldwide legal dispute in April. Per sources close to the story, it’s been said that Apple is looking to procure Intel’s German operation, which serves as […]

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Rumor: Next-gen iPhone to use specialized laser with rear-facing camera

It’s a rumor, so part of it must be true… Apple is said to be working on implementing a specialized rear-facing laser system in its upcoming “iPhone 8” that will facilitate augmented reality applications, like those produced with ARKit, as well as faster and more accurate autofocus capabilities. Per a source close to the story, […]

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iFixit performs full iPad 2 3G teardown, finds antennas similar to iPhone 4 units

I think we all have a certain fondness in our hearts for iFixit, as they follow the habit we all had when we were six and took everything apart to see how things worked, even if it meant that our parents invariably wound up screaming at us for the destruction involved. On the plus side, […]

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Fifth-gen iPhone may swap Infineon baseband chip for Qualcomm model

The fifth-generation iPhone may forgo an Infineon baseband chip in favor of one from Qualcomm, according to an unconfirmed report. Per the Commercial Times report, Infineon will not provide the baseband chip for the fifth-generation iPhone. Infineon’s wireless unit was sold to Intel for US$1.4 billion in August. According to the report, the next-generation Apple […]