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  • Apple Store down ahead of iPhone 11 pre-orders

    Apple Store down ahead of iPhone 11 pre-orders

    The Apple Store is down as the company prepares to kick off pre-orders for the new iPhone 11 range, which kick off today at 5:00 am PDT. Unlike previous years where Apple started taking pre-orders for new iPhones at noon, this year’s pre-orders begin at 5 am giving buyers more time to purchase. “Staying up late is so last year. The good news is, now you don’t have to. This year, pre-order begins at 5:00 a.m. PDT. See you then,” reads a message posted on the Apple Store website.

    Apple unveiled the new iPhone range on September 10. These include the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max. The iPhone 11 starts at $699 for the 64GB version, the 128GB version is priced at $749, and its 256GB version gets a price tag of $849.

    The iPhone Pro is priced at $999 for 64GB storage, the 256GB model is priced at $1149, and 256GB storage is available at $1349. The top-end iPhone Pro Max offers the same storage variants priced at $1099, $1249, $1449 respectively.

    Customers who are able to successfully pre-order their iPhone 11 will get it in weeks on September 20. Besides, the iPhone 11 range will also be available in authorized Apple Stores and resellers starting September 20.

    Along with new iPhones, Apple also announced its brand new smartwatch with Apple Watch Series 5. The newly announced smartwatch gets a bevy of hardware and software changes, along with a plethora of choices for cases and straps. It the first Apple Watch to come with an always-on display, which Apple calls the ‘Always On Retina display’.

    Apple’s latest smartwatch features a built-in compass and an updated Map app to give users a navigation device right on their wrist. There’s also a new compass app that displays latitude and longitude, heading, incline, and current elevation.

    The Apple Watch Series 5 starts at $399 for the GPS version, while its 4G version gets a price tag of $499. It is now available for pre-order via Apple.com and the Apple Store app, while it’ll arrive on store shelves on September 20.

  • Razer launches new thermal cases for iPhones and Razer Phone 2

    Razer launches new thermal cases for iPhones and Razer Phone 2

    Razer has launched several mobile cases for its Razer Phone 2, as well as for iPhones. Dubbed as ‘Razer Artech mobile cases’, the new range features a unique thermal cooling technology designed to keep temperatures down in phones to prevent overheating.

    Razer calls the cooling system ‘Thermaphene,’ a proprietary technology designed to help keep the temperature down in mobile devices. Heat dissipation is one of the pivotal issues found in smartphones, which is not easy to achieve given the size constraints. And Razer claims that the cooling technology in its cases can drastically reduce the temperature in smartphones, especially during intensive usage. Razer Arctech cases managed to maintain temperatures by up to 6-degree Celsius lower, compared to other similar cases.

    “The Arctech cases feature a combination of thermally-conductive layers to effectively dissipate heat, allowing for better phone performance and improved battery life. They have been designed to allow unhindered network connectivity, ensuring smooth gameplay and video streaming as well as working seamlessly with Qi-certified wireless chargers,” explained Razer.

    Razer Artech mobile cases are available for the latest iPhone 11 range, along with the iPhone Xr, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, and the Razer Phone 2. The new range of cases includes the Artech Slim and Artech Pro. As the name suggests, the Slim version is sleek and doesn’t make the phone bulky, while the Pro range is slightly on the chunkier side to offer more protection.

    The Razer Artech Slim is priced at $29.99, while the Artech Pro gets a price tag of $39.99. Besides, there’s a Razer Artech Pro THS Edition priced at $49.99. It comes with a scratch-resistant backplate, four absorbent shock sidewalls, and can withstand drops from 10ft/3m.

    Apart from Artech mobile cases, Razer has also launched the Blue Screen light protector at $39.99. As the name suggests, it is designed to protect the display and prevent screen glare and eye strain. All these new products are now available for purchase via Amazon and Razer.com.

  • Apple unveils the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max

    Apple unveils the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max

    Apple announced its 2019 iPhone line-up during an event held at the Steve Jobs Theatre at Apple’s headquarters in Cupertino, California. Just like last year, this year’s iPhone range consists of a trio of models. These include the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max.

    All three iPhone models are quite similar to their predecessors. That said, Apple boasted about some massive improvements in the camera department during the event. Besides, several upgrades have been made under the hood to deliver faster performance and better battery life. The iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max feature 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch OLED displays, respectively.

    The highlight of these devices is the new triple-lens primary camera, which includes a telephoto lens, a wide-angle camera, along with an ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view. The triple-lens camera system on the back is also capable of recording 4K videos at 60fps. Besides, users will be able to edit a video using the Photos app.

    Elsewhere, the iPhone Pro range gets support for HDR10, spatial audio, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos. Besides, Apple has promised four more hours of battery life with the iPhone Pro series compared to their predecessors. Both iPhone Pro models also ship with an 18W charger in the box.

    The most affordable of the lot, the iPhone 11, features a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina displays. It’ll be offered in a choice of six color variants. These include green, purple, yellow, red, white, and black. Under the hood, it comes with the A13 Bionic processor, which Apple claims makes it the fastest GPU and CPU ever in a smartphone.

    Talking about cameras, the iPhone 11 packs a dual-lens primary camera which includes a wide-angle lens and an ultra-wide-angle lens with a 120-degree field of view. For selfies, the handset features a 12MP TrueDepth camera, which lets users take wide-angle selfies and shoot slow-motion videos.

    The iPhone 11 also comes with Night Mode, which is said to improve low-light photography. Apple explained that Night mode gets automatically activated when it detects low light to increase the brightness and reduce noise. The dual-lens camera system on the iPhone can also shoot 4K videos at 60fps.

    iPhone 11 range: Price and availability

    All three iPhone 11 models are available for pre-order starting September 13 at 5 am Pacific Standard Time, while shipping begins on September 20. The ‘iPhone 11 Pro’ and ‘iPhone 11 Pro Max’ are priced at $999 and $1099 respectively, while the iPhone 11 gets a price tag of $699.

    Meanwhile, Apple also announced a new trade-in program for several countries as a part of the iPhone launch. The trade-in program allows you to return your old iPhone to get a new one at discounted prices. With the trade-in offer, new iPhones start at $399, $599, and $699.

  • Apple Special Event 2019: How to watch iPhone 11 launch stream

    Apple Special Event 2019: How to watch iPhone 11 launch stream

    The iPhone 11 launch is almost upon us. Surprisingly, Apple plans to live stream the iPhone 11 launch event on YouTube, unlike previous years where streaming was limited to its own devices and browsers like Microsoft Edge. Therefore, anyone around the world can easily watch this year’s iPhone launch, regardless of the device or the platform they use. They can watch it on smart TVs, tablets, smartphones, laptops, desktops, as well as on Chromebooks and Linux PCs.

    Besides YouTube, Apple will live stream the event on Apple TV, so all Apple users can watch it on their iPhones and iPads using the Safari browser.

    As to what we can expect at the event. Well, it appears it is going to be a busy launch party. Apart from the trio of iPhone models, Apple is also expected to announce the refreshed Apple Watch. Unconfirmed reports suggest we may not see a new-generation Watch, but an upgraded Apple Watch Series 4 at the event.

    Apple is widely expected to introduce three iPhone models at the event. These will include successors to the current iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, and iPhone Xr. That said, rumor has it that Apple plans to change the naming scheme for its 2019 iPhone lineup. Apple is said to announce the iPhone 11 as the upgraded iPhone XR, alongside the iPhone 11 Pro (iPhone XS successor) and iPhone 11 Pro Max (the top-end model).

    The upcoming iPhones are expected to get similar screens as the current-gen iPhone models, though with larger batteries. The top-of-the-line iPhone 11 Pro is expected to pack three rear cameras. Besides, the selfie camera might also get an upgrade, while one of the rear lenses is expected to boast a 14-megapixel sensor.

    Meanwhile, the iPhone XIR is expected to come with dual-rear cameras, as opposed to a single-lens primary camera found on the current iPhone XR. Besides, analysts at Citi Research suggest that Apple Pencil support might also arrive with new-gen iPhones.

    As far as the release goes, leaks suggest that Apple will unveil its 2019 iPhone range on September 11, while shipping is likely to commence on September 20.

    You can find the embedded YouTube version of the Apple launch event below. Besides, you can also open it via the YouTube app if you’re planning to watch the event on a smartphone or tablet. The event kicks off 10 am Pacific Time on September 10.

  • iOS 13 beta tips at an iPhone 11 event on September 10

    iOS 13 beta tips at an iPhone 11 event on September 10

    Apple today started rolling out iOS 13 beta 7 for developers. As expected, people are already looking for clues through the software about the upcoming iPhone 11. It appears iHelp BR has found something concrete in the latest iOS 13 beta. They’ve discovered an image named ‘HoldForRelease,’ which shows the September 10 date on the calendar of iOS 13’s home screen. Now, this implies that Apple might hold an iPhone event on the said date.

    Notably, even iOS 12 included a similar image, which displayed September 12, which was, in fact, the date Apple officially announced the iPhone XS range. Now, the presence of a similar picture in iOS 13 beta, only points to the fact that Apple might hold an iPhone 11 event on September 10.

    Apple typically holds an iPhone event on the second Tuesday or Wednesday in September. For instance, the iPhone XS event was held on Wednesday, September 12, 2018, while the iPhone X went official on Tuesday, September 12, 2017. Similarly, the iPhone 8 event was held on Wednesday, September 7, 2016, while the iPhone 7 was unveiled on
    Wednesday, September 9, 2015.

    Are three iPhones incoming?

    As per earlier reports, Apple is expected to launch three new iPhones in 2019. These include the successor to the iPhone XR with a 6.1-inch LCD screen, along with two OLED models with 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch displays. The upcoming iPhones are expected to get similar screens as the current-gen iPhone models, though with larger batteries.

    Multiple sources also point to the fact that Apple will incorporate a triple-lens camera setup for this year’s flagship iPhone model. Besides, a recent leak via Twitter suggests that Apple’s top-end iPhone model for 2019 might have the word ‘Pro’ in its name, as opposed to the ‘Max’ moniker. Now, this suggests that Apple’s top-end iPhone for 2019 might be called the iPhone 11 Pro, or simply the iPhone Pro.

    Besides, analysts at Citi Research predict that Apple Pencil support might finally arrive on the next iPhone.

  • iPhone 11 could hit store shelves on September 20

    iPhone 11 could hit store shelves on September 20

    We already know that Apple will unveil its 2019 iPhone lineup in September. Apple is widely expected to unveil three new iPhone models this year. That said, details about an exact release date remain a mystery. Unlike Samsung, Apple is rather good at keeping details about its future products a closely guarded secret. That said, it appears president of a Japanese carrier might have accidentally revealed the date when the next iPhone range could go on sale.

    During an investor meeting earlier this week, Softbank president Ken Miyauchi tipped that the iPhone 11 could go on sale on September 20.

    Telecom authorities in Japan recently announced new regulations for carriers. The new rules no longer allow them to offer separate data and device plans. While trying to explain how they will tackle these new regulations which go live on October 1, Miyauchi dropped a hint that the iPhone 11 could start shipping on September 20.

    “Honestly, I am wondering what should I do for 10 days. No, I shouldn’t say that. Anyway, I don’t know when the new iPhone will be released. However, almost after 10 days, it will be unbundled,” said Miyauchi.

    iPhone 11 to start shipping on September 20 does make a lot of sense. Key sources indicate that Apple is expected to host an event on September 10, while pre-orders are likely to begin next Friday on September 13. Apple typically starts shipping new iPhones a week after their official unveiling; therefore, the first customers who pre-ordered the handset will likely get it by September 20.

    Apple is widely expected to announce three new iPhones in September. These include the iPhone XI, iPhone XI Max, and iPhone XR. The upcoming iPhones are expected to get similar screens as the current-gen iPhone models, though with larger batteries. The iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Max are expected to pack three rear cameras. The selfie camera is expected to be upgraded to a 10-megapixel sensor, while the rear ones are expected to have 14-megapixel sensors.

    Meanwhile, the iPhone XIR is expected to boast dual-rear cameras, as opposed to a single-lens primary camera found on the current iPhone XR. Besides, analysts at Citi Research have also indicated that Apple Pencil support might finally arrive with the iPhone 11.

  • iPhone 11, Pixel 4, and Galaxy Note 10 release dates tipped

    iPhone 11, Pixel 4, and Galaxy Note 10 release dates tipped

    A bunch of highly-anticipated handsets are slated for a release in the second half of 2019. These include the likes of iPhone 11, Pixel 4, and the Galaxy Note 10. We already know that all the above-mentioned devices are set to go official this year, though few specifics are available on the actual release dates of these devices.

    Now, however, credible tipster Evan Blass has given us an expected launch date of the three hotly-anticipated launches this year. These inlcude the Galaxy Note 10, the iPhone 11, and the Pixel 4.

    Samsung will likely be the first to unveil its Galaxy Note 10 flagship, late in the month of August. Apple, meanwhile, will most likely unveil the iPhone 11 in the second half of September. Apple usually unveils its new iPhone range in September, so the timing shouldn’t come as a surprise.

    iPhone 11 launch in September?

    To recall, the iPhone 7 was made official on September 16, 2016, the iPhone 8 on September 22, 2017, while the iPhone Xs was released on September 21, 2018.

    Given the fact that sales of new iPhones typically start on Friday, the iPhone 11 could go official on September 20 or September 27. Both timelines fall in the second half of September and is in line with the dates suggested by Evan Blass.

    Google’s Pixel 4 will be the last major flagship launch sometime in late October. Readers, however, are reminded that the dates here concern the day when these devices will go on sale. Hence, the official unveiling can take place a week or so before they go on sale. Blass has cited Verizon’s marketing calender for the second half of 2019 in regards to the launch date of these devices.

    More leaks about these flagships are likely to surface as we near their offiicial release dates. We’ll update you as soon as we hear anything new. Until then, keep checking back for more.

  • Next-gen iPhone could pack Sony’s 3D camera sensors

    Next-gen iPhone could pack Sony’s 3D camera sensors

    Smartphone manufacturers have always tried to push the limits with smartphone cameras, but size constraints and other limitations have posed a roadblock for manufacturers.  However, that could all change with the next-gen iPhone, as key sources suggest that Apple plans to equip the iPhone 11 with 3D sensing cameras.

    According to a report by Bloomberg, Sony has increased the production of 3D camera units. The report further notes that Apple has shown keen interest in Sony’s next-generation camera sensors. These sensors will power both the front and rear facing cameras, and Sony plans to setup mass production of 3D sensors by next year to meet demand, the report adds.

    The news comes directly from head of Sony’s sensor division, Satoshi Yoshihara, who stated during an interview with Bloomberg that 3D sensors business could have a major impact on Sony’s Q1 earnings next year.

    Sony’s 3D camera uses a technology called TOF (time of flight), which essentially emits invisible laser beams and measures in how much they take to come back. This technology can be used to make advanced 3D models of objects, which can be used in augmented reality games as well as apps.

    “Cameras revolutionized phones, and based on what I’ve seen, I have the same expectation for 3D. The pace will vary by field, but we’re definitely going to see adoption of 3D. I’m certain of it,” said Yoshihara in an interview with Bloomberg.

    He also demonstrated a few examples of 3D camera sensors using a custom phone. In one app, the phone was able to calculate a room’s depth, while in another it allowed users to make hand gestures to cast magic spells in a virtual game.

    Sony hasn’t revealed specifically which companies are eager to buy its 3D sensors, but Bloomberg suggests Apple is among them. This certainly make sense and lines up with earlier reports as well, which indicated Apple’s plans to invest heavily in augmented reality (AR).