LATEST APPLE AND IPHONE NEWS, FEATURES AND PRODUCT LAUNCHES

Chance the Rapper reveals Apple paid $500,000 to exclusively stream new album Coloring Book for two weeks

18/03/17 02:19

18/03/17 01:23

Richard Bull, 32, from Ealing in west London was found by his wife who 'thought he had been attacked' after he suffered severe burns to his chest, arm and hand.

17/03/17 12:35

Amazon's Alexa is moving into a new home - the iPhone. The e-commerce giant is rolling on the virtual assistant into its shopping app for iOS, letting users converse with the AI on the go.

16/03/17 20:41

Every Apple store is home to an 'iPhone Calibration Machine' that is designed to replace the Touch ID by connecting to Apple's internal server - something third-party repair stores are unable to do.

16/03/17 20:38

Apple's 'spaceship' campus is set to open next month, but another site is nearing completion. ‘AC3’ Central & Wolfe campus is 3 miles from Apple Park and shaped like Apple’s ‘command key’.

16/03/17 16:56

The company, based in Mountain View, California, is secretly working on a device that will be the largest of its Pixel smartphones, according to rumours that have not yet been confirmed.

16/03/17 02:52

An iPhone has exploded and erupted into smoke in the owner's hands in a Queensland repair shop on Monday.

15/03/17 23:27

The latest leak claiming to be the Samsung Galaxy S8 isn't about the features or design - its about the color. Two images show a device coated in a jet black finish - just like Apple's iPhone 7 devices.

15/03/17 11:25

Israeli company Esti has designed an iPhone case with an Android phone built in. Called the Eye, the bizarre device lets you have an iPhone on the front and Android on the back.

14/03/17 20:27

Samsung has secretly been showing off a radical 'Foldable Valley' phone and could unveil it later this year in a bid to deflect attention from Apple's iPhone 8.

14/03/17 16:12

Stockton University student Alexa, 21, of New Jersey, said: 'I'm stuck with this name. I'm hoping it all dies down a little bit but I don't think I'd change it.'

13/03/17 17:23

Despite claims the launch of the 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch models, had been rescheduled for 'May or June', it now appears they may go on sale next week - and may not have a launch event.

09/03/17 20:05

With the broad release of Google Assistant last week, the voice-assistant wars are in full swing, with Apple Inc, Amazon.com Inc, Microsoft Corp and now Alphabet Inc's Google all offering AI assistants.

09/03/17 15:46

Maino Black from Pennsylvania shared the witty post featuring two picture of his hand, which looks like it is holding an invisible phone.

09/03/17 02:00

Apple announced on Wednesday that it would 'rapidly address' any security gaps after it was revealed that loopholes could allow the CIA to spy on smartphone and 'smart TV' users.

08/03/17 19:04

The latest rumor regarding Apple's next flagship smartphone suggests it will be called 'iPhone Edition' and although it will be announced in Sept., it will not officially be released until much later.

08/03/17 08:42

House Oversight Committee Chairman Jason Chaffetz is taking some heat for saying that Americans may have to give up buying a new iPhone to afford healthcare.

08/03/17 01:25

John Lewis promises to match the low prices of its rivals under a pledge to shoppers. However, a watchdog claimed it listed Apple Watches as 'out of stock' on its website to dodge its price promise.

07/03/17 00:19

Apple has been rumored to be expanding it original content. Now, the latest speculations suggest the firm 'is looking for a transformative acquisition', as Apple had meetings with Paramount and Sony.

06/03/17 21:03

Apple's iPhone 8 may still be months a way, but rumors continue to sweep the web. The latest suggests that it will have a massive 5.8in OLED display, but will come with a hefty price tag.

03/03/17 21:36

Google's head of hardware has confirmed that the firm is working on a second-generation Pixel smartphone. The 'Pixel 2' could launch this fall, which would pit it against Apple's iPhone 8.

03/03/17 20:45

You might have to wait until Oct. to get your hands on the next iPhone. The latest rumor suggest Apple is starting mass production of the iPhone 8 in September, as it is making its own fingerprint sensor.

02/03/17 23:47

The Swedish streaming firm today revealed it has hit 50 million subscribers worldwide - more that double the number arch rival Apple Music has.

02/03/17 23:31

This week Apple was said to be ditching the Lighting connector for the USB format – sending fans into an uproar. Now, the firm is set to keep the design but add a USB-C Power Delivery for fast charging.

02/03/17 22:00

Apple is reviving the ancient scrolls used by the Romans - but with a modern twist. A new patent highlights a device consisting of two barrel-shaped casings that house a retractable display.

28/02/17 19:14

A new leak suggests Apple could be betting big on augmented reality. Experts have revealed that the firm ‘may have over 1,000 engineers working on a project in Israel that could be related to AR’.

28/02/17 17:03

Rumours that Californian tech firm is considering dropping the Lightning connector in favour of USB-C has lead to concern from customers who are worried they may be left out of pocket.

27/02/17 23:15

Warren Buffett revealed that he's heavily investing in Apple as he believes once consumers begin using the company's products they won't stop.

27/02/17 19:11

A prototype first-generation iPod Classic is for sale on eBay. The device has a red internal board that dates back to 2002 and a 2001 copyright date on the back - earning it a $99,995 price tag.

26/02/17 01:05

Households across the UK are increasingly using virtual assistants such as Apple's Siri or Amazon's Alexa. But parents now fear they're having a detrimental affect on their children's manners.

25/02/17 00:05

Apple claims its update has cut iPhone 6s shutdown issues by 80 per cent, and iPhone 6 issues by 70 per cent. The firm has been trying to fix the issue, which impacts phones globally, for months.

24/02/17 18:41

The video was posted on Twitter by Brianna Olivas, from Arizona, along with the caption: 'So my iPhone 7 plus blew up this morning was not even using it, literally no explanation for this.'

24/02/17 14:09

A source in the supply chain said they were 'certain' the global roll out is delayed. It was previously rumoured that the firm was planning to release a trio of iPads at a surprise event in March.

24/02/17 08:20

Apple's latest patent reveals how the firm plans to make the shift from the Home button to bio-recognition hardware in the iPhone 8 - by placing acoustic transducers sensors under the display.

22/02/17 18:26

Apple said it will take six months to move all 12,000 staff into the $5 billion (£4 billion) 2.8 million-square-foot campus, which features a 1,000 seat auditorium named the Steve Jobs Theater.

22/02/17 09:21

The crooks add fake items at rock bottom prices to lure people - often with an email address in the adverts. Customers are told to transfer payment for the goods to a bank account.

22/02/17 08:16

Apple is set to add a front-facing camera and infrared module that senses 3D space to its iPhone 8. This technology could be used for facial recognition, iris scanning or snapping 3D selfies.

21/02/17 21:21

Leaked images reveal how Apple ships its iPhone prototypes without it being seen by the public. It is packed in a 'stealth' black case that covers everything but a small portion of the display.

21/02/17 07:41

Rachel Harvey was trailed and harassed by Kevin Gallagher (pictured), from Greater Manchester, for seven months after she ended their six-year marriage over his controlling behaviour.

20/02/17 23:18

Apple is preparing to launch a trio of new iPads alongside a new red coloured iPhone 7 and a 128gb iPhone SE at a surprise March event, it has been claimed.

20/02/17 17:21

One of the infants sits on a sofa next to her mother while the other is seen on the mobile phone screen wearing a blue bib. The footage is thought to have been filmed in the USA.

20/02/17 09:27

Private nude snaps of model Emily Ratajkowski, 25, have been hacked from her iCloud, according to reports.

17/02/17 18:58

The latest iPhone 8 rumor to hit the web suggests the handset will recognize its owner. An analyst from JPMorgan predicts Apple will remove the Touch ID and replace it with facial recognition technology.

17/02/17 18:48

Apple is gearing up to start manufacturing its iPhone SE models in India. Its Taiwanese manufacturing partner will setup a plant in Bangalore that will focus solely on assembling the handsets.

17/02/17 06:41

The Apple store in Sydney has been evacuated after a suspected bomb threat. Police were seen at the George Street store just after 1.30pm on Friday, with police sniffer dogs at the scene.

17/02/17 00:12

Apple could pull inspiration from the past for future Apple Watches. The firm has received a patent for a charging mechanism capable of generating electricity by manually winding the Watch.

16/02/17 23:42

The latest Apple iPhone 8 rumors suggest the bottom of the display will boast a feature area with virtual buttons and new technology could be added to notify users of cracks in the screen.

16/02/17 22:53

The event will, for the first time since 2002, be held in San Jose rather than San Francsisco and it could give the first hints of the firms plans for its 10th anniversary iPhone.

16/02/17 16:55

Apple prides itself on being less vulnerable to viruses and other malware, but this could be about to change with the discovery of malware in Mac OS by a Romanian security firm Bitdefender Labs,

15/02/17 23:26

Apple could make it easier for users to share emojis while using a laptop. The firm's latest patent illustrates a smart keyboard with a designation 'Emoji' button underneath 'Tab'.

15/02/17 22:23

The 86-year-old, worth an estimated £60bn, nearly quadrupled his stake in Apple late last year, raising his company’s holding from 15.2m shares to 57.4m.

15/02/17 10:08

The latest patent suggests that the chunky bottom bezel of the iPhone could be transformed into a sleek extension of the screen, getting rid of the home button and moving the fingerprint sensor.

14/02/17 00:34

It comes as a leading expert claims Apple 's augmented reality plans have accelerated, meaning the firm could reveal its first AR glasses this year.

13/02/17 23:08

Apple shares cruised to a record-high close Monday, helping catapult the S&P 500 stock index over the $20 trillion mark, and leaving Apple with a market value of about $699 billion. 

13/02/17 20:20

Apple is set to pack a larger battery inside its 4.7-in iPhone 8, which would put battery capacity on par with the iPhone 7 Plus. But experts say the new design will jack up manufacturing costs.

13/02/17 10:45

In a preview aired during the Grammys on Sunday, the 38-year-old is seen riding in not just a car but also a helicopter with Hollywood actor Will Smith - before joining Ariana Grande and John Legend.

13/02/17 09:02

A flaw discovered by a Russian computer security firm has revealed that deleted internet history was stored on the iCloud without the knowledge of users of the Safari web browser.

11/02/17 15:17

The tech giant's chief executive said governments should wage information wars against phoney reports while businesses must create the tools to root out propaganda.

10/02/17 23:54

Angela Reed has cerebral palsy, but her iPhone lets her to do things she never thought were possible. Recently, Reed was able to thank Apple's CEO for building products that help those with disabilities.

10/02/17 04:38

Computer repairer Paul, 57, ordered two of the same Macbook Pro screens for a customer's broken laptop in November last year and both were cracked upon delivery to his business in Maryborough, Victoria.

09/02/17 23:41

Mrs May's 'global Britain' strategy was boosted last year by Apple's announcement it would set up a huge new headquarters in London at the redeveloped Battersea Power Station.

09/02/17 22:34

Apple's new patent transforms your iPhone into an iPad. It describes a system for a flexible display made of a mesh-shaped stretchy material equip with sensors and haptic feedback.

09/02/17 14:41

A report suggests Apple's 10th-anniversary smartphone will have cutting-edge features and an innovated design, but for a hefty price tag - users could pay over $1,000 (£800) for the handset.

08/02/17 22:54

Tim Cook, who is in Scotland to collect an honorary degree from the University of Glasgow, dropped into the store and briefly spoke to staff who presented him with an embroidered picture.

08/02/17 12:18

According to Will Strafach, CEO of New-York based Sudo Security Group, there are dozens of iPhone apps which are at risk of being hacked. They include apps such as Music Tube and Gift Saga.

07/02/17 23:26

Apple's new patent describes a headphone design that turns into speakers. Users switch between in-ear mode and speaker mode by placing the headphones in a certain position.

07/02/17 20:16

The brief was filed late Sunday with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in support of an ongoing lawsuit against the ban.

07/02/17 19:44

Stunning new images reveal the astonishing attention to detail of the new Apple campus in Cupertino, California, which is expected to open in spring this year.

07/02/17 18:42

Apple is ramping up production of the iPhone 8 a month earlier 'than historical norms', reveals a new report. BlueFin Research revealed there will be a 300% increase in iPhone builds in June.

07/02/17 11:37

Apple recently launched a developer preview of the new Ultra Accessory Connector. The new 8-pin connector is smaller than both USB-C and Lightning, and is so far designed for use with headphones.

06/02/17 19:24

It is believed the iPhone maker is working on lightweight glasses with a small display that would link to a user's iPhone, according to blogger Robert Scoble.

03/02/17 17:49

Apple is to start making iPhones in India this year, a local government official said Friday, as the company seeks to tap into a booming middle class while sales in China slow.

03/02/17 11:40

Amanda Bentz (left) of Palm Harbor, Florida, says her iPhone burst into flames early Tuesday morning while she was asleep. 'It was just like a 'shhhhhh,' kind of like fireworks,' she said.

02/02/17 22:18

Apple has patented two wearable batteries. One slots into the watch's strap, while another sits underneath the chassis and attaches to an existing strap (pictured).

01/02/17 23:16

Apple's chief executive Tim Cook is contemplating legal action against President Donald Trump's travel ban.

01/02/17 23:16

Apple has published a new patent describing a vaporizer that lets users vape both a ‘solid precursor’ and a ‘liquid chemical’, which suggests that it could also be used for marijuana.

31/01/17 16:08

CEOs of some of America's biggest companies - such as Uber, Ford, GE and Google - are fighting back against President Trump's travel ban, calling it un-American and bad for business.

30/01/17 19:39

Designers at London-based Click Mechanic created the drawings of the concept cars, including the 'iCar Macintosh' based on the Apple Macintosh released in 1984.

30/01/17 12:49

Freda Mudalige, 75, was duped by two cold callers claiming to be from an IT firm. They persuaded her to splash out multiple times on iTunes vouchers at Asda in Taunton, Somerset.

29/01/17 20:58

Abigail Bannon, 11 and her mother, Charlotte (pictured centre) are devastated by the theft of the iPod which belonged to Alan Bannon (left), who died tackling a blaze in Southampton in 2010.

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