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Apple patent application hints at waterproof next-gen AirPods case capable of charging assorted devices

Sometimes it’s the patent applications that offer the most insight. A recently published patent application from Apple highlights the notion of a future AirPods case that could also serve as a wireless charging dock for the iPhone and Apple Watch. The patent application depicts the AirPods charging case doubling as a charger for a variety […]

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Rumor: iPhone 8 to see improved waterproofing features worthy of “IP68” rating

It arrives sometime this fall and may be the iPhone upgrade you’re waiting for. The iPhone 8 is presently rumored to feature a glass chassis redesign, bezel-less screen and might also best the iPhone 7 with even higher resistance to water and dust. The Korea Herald reports that the iPhone 8 will tout an IP68 […]

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Apple announces Apple Watch Series 2, pre-orders to begin September 9th

Apple took the wrapping off the second-gen Apple Watch today during its media event. The new unit, dubbed the “Apple Watch Series 2”, boasts a dual-core processor, a brighter display, swim-proof capabilities and built-in GPS. This new model has a redesigned speaker to make it water-resistant down to 50 meters. Other than that, this updated […]

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Apple announces iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus units at media event

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus handsets hit today. And that may be why you see your neighbors gathering torches and pitchforks regarding the removal of the headphone jack today. The new handsets boast a 64-bit four-core A10 Fusion processor, stereo speakers positioned on opposite ends of the device, a flush Force-sensitive home button […]

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Apple jumps gun on iDay, announces new, waterproof, GPS-enabled Apple Watch via Twitter

Apple may have jumped the gun on iDay thanks to Twitter in a tweet that has since been nixed. The company announced its next-generation smartphone in a promoted tweet shared at the beginning of its annual press event on Wednesday. The device, which is available for pre-order on Friday Sept. 16, is water resistant. This […]