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Ookla publishes first benchmark tests of Apple’s C1 modem versus Qualcomm’s offerings

After years of simultaneously competing with Qualcomm and slugging it out in court, Apple has launched its long-awaited C1 modem in its new iPhone 16e handset. On Wednesday, a benchmark test released by Ookla revealed that the C1 beat Qualcomm’s 5G modem in some areas, complete with surprising results. The Ookla tests tracked performance on […]

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CrossOver 25 released, offers DirectX 11, Epic Games Store support

One of the niftiest and most useful applications for the Mac has just received a set of updates that gamers will love. CodeWeavers has released CrossOver 25, the new update adding support for additional games on Mac, including support for games acquired from GOG Galaxy and the Epic Games Store. With the release of CrossOver […]

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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: Foxconn reportedly testing iPhone with folding screen for September 2022 release

Come 2022, your iPhone may in fact feature a nifty folding screen. According to supply chain reports from sources close to the story, long-term Apple partner Foxconn has begun testing a folding iPhone for Apple that could ship in September 2022. Such a move would back up a recent claim that Apple has ordered screens […]

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Apple begins selling certified refurbished 16-inch MacBook Pro notebooks on its website

Just wait a while and the nifty Apple product you’re craving will be available via the company’s refurbished channel. Apple has begun selling certified refurbished 16-inch MacBook Pro notebooks on its website. The 16-inch notebook was released in November 2019. The refurbished notebook arrives with a one-year warranty program, that can be extended to three […]