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Rumor: Possible USB-C power adapter images for 2018 model iPhones leaked

Straight from the depths of Rumorville, Chinese site Chongdiantou has photos of what it claims is an engineering sample of Apple’s new 18W USB-C power adapter. The site claims the pictures emerged from somewhere within Apple’s supply chain and that the USB-C power adapter will ship with the 2018 model iPhones.

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Kensington announces SD1600P USB-C/Thunderbolt Docking Station

It sort of looks like a splayed out octopus, but it could come in handy. Accessory maker Kensington has released a USB-C docking station for Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C equipped Macs and other PCs. The SD1600P Universal USB-C Mobile 4K Docking Station includes USB-C pass-through power, HDMI (4K@30Hz) and VGA Full HD video out, two […]

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Intel ships “Cannon Lake” processor, allows for maximum of 32GB of RAM to be installed in notebooks

In an interesting move, Intel’s Cannon Lake processors have surfaced and it looks like Apple will be able to add a 32-gigabyte RAM option to its MacBook and MacBook Pro notebook lines. Chinese retailer listings for the Lenovo IdeaPad 330 notebook reveal it uses a new processor, identified as the Core i3-8121U. The related listing […]

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Rumor: Apple exploring MicroLED display technology for use in future iPhone, Apple Watch products

The next generation of Apple displays for Apple Watches and iPhones could be based on MicroLED technology. Apple is reportedly developing its own MicroLED screens for future Apple Watches and iPhones that would make them thinner, brighter, and more energy efficient. The current rumor has it that the Apple Watch would receive the new displays […]

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Apple expands MFi licensing program, releases specs to allow for USB-C port, Lightning to 3.5mm adapters

Apple Made-for-iPhone/iPad/iPod (MFi) licensing program now extends to Lightning to 3.5mm output cable and USB-C ports. The new specs were detailed in Appleā€™s recently updated materials for manufacturers in the MFi program, according to sources. Per the new specs, companies in the MFi program can now include USB-C receptacles on their officially certified iOS and […]