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iPhone 14: WaterProof or Just Water Resistant?
Olga Miller
Olga Miller
iPhone 14: WaterProof or Just Water Resistant?

Answering the pressing question about the iPhone 14's water resistance capabilities and offering practical advice for device care

Jan 17, 2024
12 min read
Global Launch of Redmi Watch 4 Smartwatch Featuring 20-Day Battery Life
Helena Thorne
Helena Thorne
Global Launch of Redmi Watch 4 Smartwatch Featuring 20-Day Battery Life

Xiaomi reveals the global launch of Redmi Watch 4. This smartwatch stands out with its square dial, aluminum frame design, upgraded four-channel PPG sensor, and an impressive 20-day battery life on a single charge. Priced at $107 USD, it's available in Silver Grey or Obsidian Black with matching straps, or Pastel Purple, Dark Cyan, or Mint Green straps.

Jan 17, 2024
3 min read
Samsung Redefines its Position as the World's Leading Smartphone Brand
Helena Thorne
Helena Thorne
Samsung Redefines its Position as the World's Leading Smartphone Brand

Samsung, long being the world's largest smartphone brand, ceded its title to Apple in 2023. A long-standing champion since 2010, Samsung’s fall from grace is marked by Apple’s rise to sell the most smartphones in a year for the first time ever.

Jan 17, 2024
3 min read
Apple Considers Removing Blood-Oxygen Feature from Series 9, Ultra 2 Watches
Helena Thorne
Helena Thorne
Apple Considers Removing Blood-Oxygen Feature from Series 9, Ultra 2 Watches

Apple could potentially remove the blood oxygen sensor from its Series 9 and Ultra 2 smartwatches to bypass a US ban if its appeal of a patent claim against it doesn't succeed. A software update may be used to effect this change, thus keeping these devices in circulation.

Jan 17, 2024
3 min read
Apple Emerges as the Leader in 2023's Global Smartphone Shipments, Overtaking Samsung - CNET
Helena Thorne
Helena Thorne
Apple Emerges as the Leader in 2023's Global Smartphone Shipments, Overtaking Samsung - CNET

The announcement of iPhone's global victory arrives just ahead of the believed introduction of Samsung's new smartphone series. The international achievement of iPhone over Samsung represents a remarkable change in the smartphone market.

Jan 17, 2024
3 min read
IDC Affirms Apple Dominated the Smartphone Industry in 2023, Surpassing Samsung
Helena Thorne
Helena Thorne
IDC Affirms Apple Dominated the Smartphone Industry in 2023, Surpassing Samsung

For the first time since 2010, Samsung's reign over the smartphone market ended, with Apple emerging as the new king in 2023. According to IDC, Apple dispatched 234.6 million smartphones in that year, grasping a 20.1% market share, while Samsung could only manage 226.6 million units, accounting for 19.4% share of the market. Xiaomi shipped 145.9 million units and secured the third position with a 12.5% market share. Shipment comparisons from 2022 show an increase in Apple's and Transsion's shipments by 3.7% and 30.8%, respectively, whereas Samsung, Xiaomi and Oppo saw decreases in their numbers. In the last quarter of 2023, the total market saw an increase of 8.5% against Q4 2022, with Apple leading the pack.

Jan 16, 2024
3 min read
Grab Garmin's Vivoactive 5 Smartwatch On Sale for $250 Today - CNET
Helena Thorne
Helena Thorne
Grab Garmin's Vivoactive 5 Smartwatch On Sale for $250 Today - CNET

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 smartwatch is now available for a $50 reduction. Get yours today.

Jan 16, 2024
2 min read
Periscope Lenses: Apple's Game-Changer for iPhone Camera Tech
Olga Miller
Olga Miller
Periscope Lenses: Apple's Game-Changer for iPhone Camera Tech

Explore how Apple is gearing up to integrate cutting-edge periscope lens technology in the iPhone, promising a leap in photographic capabilities with advanced zoom functions

Jan 16, 2024
7 min read
Apple plans to eliminate the Blood Oxygen feature from its smartwatches due to a legal dispute
Helena Thorne
Helena Thorne
Apple plans to eliminate the Blood Oxygen feature from its smartwatches due to a legal dispute

Apple might be on the verge of withdrawing the Blood Oxygen functionality from its Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 models. Through this, the technology giant aims to circumvent an import ban in the United States. This move comes in response to an ongoing lawsuit filed by developer Masimo. Apple may be planning to remove the Blood Oxygen functionality from these watches.

Jan 16, 2024
3 min read
Grab an Apple Watch Series 9 With Wi-Fi Now at Unprecedented Low Prices
Helena Thorne
Helena Thorne
Grab an Apple Watch Series 9 With Wi-Fi Now at Unprecedented Low Prices

A one-time opportunity awaits, as the Wi-Fi variant of Apple Watch Series 9 is fetchable at the lowest ever prices. Previously, we shared Apple's action to revise its Apple Watch Series 9 models, skirting a potential US import ban. The drastic step was taken to dissolve a trademark issue with Masimo. Nonetheless, for those fast enough, an Apple Watch Series 9 with the original features might still be within grasp.

Jan 16, 2024
3 min read