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Apple Watch Series 5’s screen never switches off

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Apple Watch Series 5
The display of the Apple Watch Series 5 is always on.
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A new type of display allows the just-announced Apple Watch Series 5 to be on all the time. This is also the first version with a compass, and Apple is making its wearable in new materials.

But hardware is only half the story. watchOS 6 brings dramatic improvements, including making Apple’s wrist computer much less tied to an iPhone.

Don’t expect to binge watch Apple TV+

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CEO Tim Cook before a picture of actors, directors, and producers of Apple TV+ original shows.
These stars are coming to Apple TV+, and many more too, but not all at once.
Photo: Apple

Apple will almost certainly answer the last burning questions about its upcoming streaming video service at a big press event tomorrow: we’ll finally get the price and the debut date.

But there’s a phrase that probably won‘t be uttered when talking about Apple TV+: binge watching.

iPhone 11 might lack two hotly anticipated features

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The 2019 iPhone could have a much larger camera bump than any predecessor.
This render of the iPhone 11 from months ago seems like it’s going to turn out very accurate.
Render: OnLeaks/Digit.in

On the eve of Apple’s “By Innovation Only” press event, a highly respected analyst just threw cold water on reports that the iPhone 11 will have a pair of exciting features borrowed from competing handsets.

Ming-Chi Kuo says the next iOS devices will have neither reverse wireless charging nor Apple Pencil support.

iPhone 11 might see tiny price drop [Updated]

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iPhone 11 with a better camera and maybe Apple Pencil support might cost less than the iPhone XS for some configurations.
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The 2019 iPhone models are reportedly not going to cost more than their 2018 equivalents, with some configurations actually going for slightly less. If true, this will break a multi-year trend in ever-increasing prices for iOS handset prices.

Update: Apple just took the wraps off the iPhone 11, which will cost $50 less than the iPhone XR. But all configurations of the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max will cost just the same as the iPhone XS and XS Max.

iPhone 11 will be freaky-good at finding your location

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A new iPhone coprocessor could offer augmented-reality motion tracking, finding item tags and much more.
A new iPhone coprocessor could offer augmented-reality motion tracking, finding item tags and much more.
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The Motion coprocessor that helps previous iPhone models track their exact location is reportedly getting such a huge upgrade it’ll have a new name. Code in iOS 13 indicates that the upcoming iPhone 11’s Apple A13 processor includes an “R1” or “Rose” coprocessor that can handle many more sensors.

This is location sensing that goes way beyond GPS, and will be used in augmented reality, finding item-tracking tags and much more.

Apple claps back at Google’s claims of iPhone vulnerabilities

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security lock safe
Surprise, surprise, your iPhone isn’t as vulnerable to being hacked as Apple’s chief rival says it is.
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The accusations Google recently made about iOS security flaws were greatly overstated, deliberately “stoking fear” in iPhone users, according to Apple. The iPhone maker points out that the issues were much more narrow than its rival indicated, and were online for only a brief time.

Apple tracking tags might be far easier to find than Tile

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Tile will speak out against Apple in Congress antitrust hearing
Tile makes the best items trackers available today, but that might change soon.
Photo: Tile

The item-tracking tags Apple is expected to unveil next week will have ultra-wideband radio technology, according to a reliable analyst. This will make them much more accurate than rival trackers like Tile that depend on Bluetooth to measure distance.

State antitrust probes of Google and Facebook don’t include Apple… yet

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Anti-robocall bill is one step closer to being passed into law
States have launched investigations into Facebook and Google but not Apple.
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Separate groups of US state attorneys general are investigating Facebook and Google for antitrust violations. So far, there has been no word of AGs probing Apple.

However, that doesn’t mean the iPhone maker has escaped probes by other government bodies, both in the US and Europe.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt developing Apple TV+ drama

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Apple TV+ is getting another star: Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
Screenshot: HitRECord

Joseph Gordon-Levitt is reportedly going to produce and star in a show for Apple’s upcoming streaming video service.

Mr. Corman will be a drama centered on an elementary school teacher.

Anker’s ultra-slim charger is just right for your iPad [Review]

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Anker PowerPort Atom III
The Anker PowerPort Atom III is minuscule for a 30W charger.
Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac

Wall chargers made with gallium nitride (GaN) transistors can be considerably smaller than ones that use silicon instead. An outstanding case in point is the Anker PowerPort Atom III Slim, which is tiny but can still put out 30W to quickly power up an iPad Pro or even a MacBook.

We tested this svelte USB-C battery charger in the field. Read on to see how well it lives up to its promise.

Build your own Apple I replica with this handy kit

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SmartyKit Apple-1 replica
This Apple-1 replica can be assembled in a few hours.
Photo: SmartyKit

An original Apple-I unit recently sold for $471,000 but you can assemble your own replica for much, much less.

Steve Wozniak designed and hand-built the original back in 1976. Anyone who wants to assemble their own today can buy the parts and instructions from SmartyKit.

Apple fans can’t wait to pay big bucks for a 5G iPhone

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2020 could be Apple's greatest year so far
Some people are willing to pay a lot for a 5G iPhone.
Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac

There’s growing interest in a 5G iPhone, according to survey done by a market-analysis firm. Almost a quarter of current users of Apple handsets would be willing to pay more for an iPhone with a higher-speed wireless connection than the cost of the company’s top-tier device today.

Sonos goes on the Move with its first portable speaker

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Sonos Move
The Move goes where no Sonos speaker ever has before: away from Wi-Fi networks.
Photo: Sonos

The Sonos Move is the first speaker from this company that can be used outside of the home. To make that possible, it’s also the first time Sonos has made a Bluetooth speaker.

It offers Apple’s AirPlay 2 and multiple voice assistants, but not Siri.

USB4 enables hubs with multiple USB-C ports

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A Thunderbolt 3 cable is also a USB4 cable.
If the specs for USB4 are familiar, that’s because they’re built on the Thunderbolt 3 standard already in most Macs.
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Today’s USB-C hubs include multiple USB-A ports, but can’t add additional USB-C ports. This will change when USB4 gets widely implemented, which just took a big step forward with the specifications for this standard being finalized.

And users should welcome an increase to 40Gbps data transfer speeds, too.

Apple raises cash in the bond market

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International governments plan to rethink tax rules for the ‘digital age’
International governments plan to rethink tax rules for the ‘digital age’
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Apple intends to borrow money by issuing corporate bonds. It filed a partial prospectus for these today with the SEC. Though what it intends to spend the money on is a bit of a mystery.

The iPhone maker hasn’t needed to run up any debt since early 2018, when it brought home about $250 billion it had socked away overseas.

Apple seeds new iOS 13.1 beta, leaves iOS 13 out in the cold

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iOS 13
Apple has clearly shifted its focus from iOS 13 to version 13.1.
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The beta process for iOS 13.1 continues, with the second developer-only beta just going out now.

But there hasn’t been a new iOS 13 beta in two weeks. Apple really seems to have finished work on it, even though it hasn’t been released and isn’t even expected until later this month.

Faster Apple TV hardware might turbocharge Apple Arcade

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Apple TV does more than just stream video. It will also be tied into Apple Arcade.
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The first new Apple TV set-top box in two years is reportedly coming soon. The updated tvOS player supposedly will be powered by the same chip that’s in the iPhone XS series, potentially making it a better way to play Apple Arcade games than its predecessors.

Reverse wireless charging might change the look of the iPhone 11

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Close up or iPhone 11 dummy model camera setup
The iPhone 11 Pro might not look quite like this.
Photo: Ian Fuchs/Cult of Mac

Almost every picture you’ve seen of the iPhone 11 might be wrong. New images of this model have surfaced and they show that Apple could be tweaking the look of the back.

The change could be made so it’s easier to use this handset to wirelessly charge another device, like an AirPods case.

Tivoli Bluetooth speaker looks as good as it sounds [Review]

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Tivoli Audio Andiamo review
If a speaker can be beautiful, then the Tivoli Audio Andiamo is beautiful.
Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac

Andiamo means “Let’s go” in Italian, and Tivoli Audio’s Andiamo is a very stylish speaker to take on the go. It has a cylindrical design wrapped in a leather carrying strap, and provides satisfactory sound.

Lend us an ear for a review of this Bluetooth speaker designed for listening wherever.

See just how fun AirPods cases can be

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AirPods cases
Your AirPods case doesn’t have to stay plain white.
Screenshot: Apple

Apple Korea created a video to demonstrate some unusual ways to fancy up AirPods charging cases. Many people decorate their Mac and iPhone, and pick a stylish Apple Watch band too. Why leave this AirPods accessory plain white?

Watch the video now:

Apple’s Sept. 10 event invitation might hint at iPhone 11 colors

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Apple 2019 Fall press event invitation
Apple is promising tons of innovation.
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As anticipated, Apple just sent out invitations to a press event to be held on Sept. 10. This is widely expected to be launch of three new iOS handsets, among them the first “iPhone Pro” models.

The design of the invite has touched off speculation about whether it indicates casing colors for the iPhone XR replacement.

Samsung’s latest beats year-old iPhone XS Max in speed test

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Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ vs. iPhone XS Max
The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ took on the iPhone XS Max.
screenshot: PhoneBuff

The new Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ was faster that last-year’s iPhone XS Max in a speed test designed to test real-world use. Several improvements in the new Android model helped boost Samsung’s new flagship handset over the top.

Of course, Apple is about to introduce its own new flagship model, and comparing that to a just-released model will be a more fair test.

You can tie Nike’s self-lacing shoes with Siri or Apple Watch

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Nike Adapt Huarache
The Nike Adapt Huarache now has an iPhone and an Apple Watch FitAdapt app.
Photo: Nike

Nike continues to add to the technology of its self-lacing shoe line. The FitAdapt system, which includes a built-in motor to adjust the lacing, pressure and fit of two shoe models, can now be controlled by Siri commands, and there’s a new Apple Watch app too.

Apple opens iOS 13.1 beta testing to the public

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iOS 13 on an iPhone XS
Why wait for iOS 13 when you can already install the first iOS 13.1 beta?
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Anyone who wants to get a jump on iOS 13.1 can do so: the first public beta of this version was just released.

This includes features that apparently won‘t be in iOS 13 when it debuted in a few weeks.