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MacBook keyboard problems: Now Apple aims for one-day fix for keyboard repairs
Apple plans to fix MacBook keyboard issues in store rather than off-site to cut return times down to one day.
Traveling with TripIt: New Apple Watch complications, Pro Hub improvements for Android
TripIt is my go-to service for business and personal travel with regular updates released to improve services and offer enhanced experiences. The latest update brings improvements to the Apple Watch and Android.
Microsoft Edge for iOS and Android adds single sign-in, can now block Chrome and Safari access to some apps
Microsoft is making signing in to enterprise web apps easier for users and gives admins tools to make it harder for workers to use Chrome and Safari.
Apple facial recognition tech prompts student to sue for $1 billion after false arrest
The case revolves around a teenager that was falsely accused of stealing from Apple stores.
'I dumped Apple because it's too prima donna,' said the Best Buy salesperson
In my second attempt to see how different retailers suggest you avoid Apple's ecosystem, a Best Buy salesperson offered an eclectic grouping of gadgets. And some deep emotions.
Any alternative to Apple's ecosystem? Yes, but you'll have to Google it
Apple isn't the only one with an expansive ecosystem of products, services, and software.
The 10 best smartphones you can buy right now
It's easy to find a great phone today. In fact, current flagship devices are so good you really don't need to be replacing them every year.
Samsung just proved why Apple's always late
Several Samsung Galaxy Fold review devices seem to have badly malfunctioned. What's the actual benefit of being first, if you can't be good?
Apple iPhone unit sales expected to decline again, even as some models shine
With Apple's second quarter earnings on deck next week, analyst predictions for iPhone unit sales are predictably rolling in.
Why Qualcomm's return to the iPhone is a huge win for Apple customers
For Apple to lead in the 5G space, it needs Qualcomm. And it knows it.
Will the iPhone XE be Apple's next big thing?
Apple's next big thing could be an update to its small, budget iPhone.
Google and Apple asked to remove China’s TikTok in India: Report
The decision follows reports that Foxconn is looking to expand manufacturing operations in India.
Intel scraps 5G phone modem business
The decision follows Apple and Qualcomm settling their legal beef and agreeing to licensing and chipset supply agreements.
Malvertising campaign abuses Chrome for iOS bug to target iPhone users
Bug affects only Chrome for iOS, not Safari and not any other Chrome version.
Apple, Qualcomm agree to end all patent litigation
The companies also came to six-year license agreement, effective April 1, as well as a multiyear chipset supply agreement.
Simple tips to speed up your iPhone
Today I'm tackling a question that comes my way on a regular basis – what can you do to speed up a sluggish iPhone (they also work for the iPad).
Free up disk space, remove malware, and tune up your Mac with CleanMyMac X
All it takes is a single click to carry out a whole raft of basic maintenance tasks on your Mac with the new and updated CleanMyMac X. Updated to include a handy new feature called Space Lens.
Best iPhone charging accessories (April 2019 edition)
If there's one thing that iPhone users are always area of is how fast the battery can go from fully charged to almost flat! Fear not! Because with thee charging accessories your iPhone (or iPad) will always be ready for work.
Top apps for iPhone users
Here's a tour of some of the best apps available for those who like to get serious work done when out and about with their iPhone (or iPad).
iPhone battery draining fast after installing iOS 12.2? Here how to diagnose the problem and get more battery life
Are you finding that your iPhone's battery life is bad since installing iOS 12.2? I'm coming across a few scattered reports on social media from users who claim that Apple's latest update for the iPhone an iPad is hammering their battery. Here's what you can do to diagnose the problem and to get get more battery life.
iOS 12.2: iPhone tips, tricks, and shortcuts you need to know
iOS 12.2 is out and it's packed with loads of useful features. The only problem is that if you don't know about them you might never know they are there! Here's a compilation of my favorite features. Some make use the 3D Touch feature, and this is present on all iPhones from the iPhone 6S to the latest iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max, however it is not available on the iPhone XR.
iOS 13 wishlist
iOS 13 on the horizon, so let's look at some weirdnesses and oddities within the operating system that Apple seriously needs to get around to fixing.
Apple products you shouldn't buy: April 2019 edition
Apple products are expensive, so it makes sense to avoid buying anything that's nearing the end of its lifecycle, or when you can buy something of equivalent quality from another vendor. Here is a list of the items you are best avoiding.
10 Apple products you shouldn't buy (March 2019 edition)
Apple products are expensive, so it makes sense to avoid buying anything that's nearing the end of its lifecycle, or when you can buy something of equivalent quality from another vendor. Here is a list of the items you are best avoiding. Updated March 19 following iPad and iMac update.
Best iMac accessories for 2019
Give your iMac workstation an upgrade with these awesome accessories that will allow you to get more done with your Mac.
How to switch from iPhone to Android without losing too much time, sleep, and your data!
There's good news and bad news. The good news is that you can switch, but the bad news is that the longer you've been using an iPhone, and the more you've made use of Apple's features and services, the harder and more painful it's going to be. (Updated March 2019)
Anker USB-C-to-Lightning cable
The Anker USB-C-to-Lightning cable might only be a few dollars cheaper than the cable Apple sells, but it's far, far more durable.
Anker PowerPort Atom PD1 30W USB-C charger
The world's smallest USB-C PD (Power Delivery) charger.
It was the best of Apple, it was the worst of Apple
A tour of some of Apple's biggest hits and misses over the years. Did I miss anything that you consider the best or worst of Apple? Let me know in the comments!
Top 10 must-have Mac apps and utilities
Want to kit out your Mac with the very best apps and utilities on offer? Here's where you should start.
What the Galaxy Fold phone issues say about Samsung
ZDNet's Chris Matyszczyk talks with TechRepublic's Karen Roby about Samsung's latest phone issues and about the upcoming rollout date. Read more: https://zd.net/2PhOcbH
Is it possible to leave the Apple ecosystem?
TechRepublic's Karen Roby asks ZDNet's Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani if it's feasible to happily leave the Apple ecosystem after being invested in their products. Read more: https://zd.net/2XtjT4v
How AI is impacting the future of smartphone photography
TechRepublic's Karen Roby talks to ZDNet's Tiernan Ray about how AI is going to change the way users take photos with their smartphones. Read more: https://zd.net/2PifcHS
Smart speakers are slowly replacing tablets at home
Tablet sales are in gradual decline as smart speakers continue to rocket ahead, according to analyst predictions.
Apple on right path to having "green" supply chain
Apple says that the goal of bringing four clean gigawatts of energy to its supply chain by 2020 is within reach.
Programming languages: The good, the bad and those that pay best
Here are the most-loved programming languages and what developers can expect to earn by knowing them. Read more: https://zd.net/2DflljD
Has consumer trust in Apple declined?
After a recent blunder regarding the AirPower wireless charger, ZDNet's Adrian Kingsley-Hughes talks with TechRepublic's Karen Roby about the level that Apple consumers trust the tech giant. Read more: https://zd.net/2D9uB8P
Google Accounts and Android hold back Mozilla's adoption of WebAuthn standard
Firefox will gain support for the legacy secure sign-in standard FIDO U2F in upcoming releases.
How Brinker International thinks through cloud, data, Apple iPads
Brinker, the company behind the Chili's restaurant chain, is big on hybrid whether it's the approach to cloud computing, data science and the front end customer experience via a pilot with Apple iPads. We caught up with Wade Allen, chief digital officer of Brinker, to talk shop.
How Apple and MasterCard's rivals need to counter Apple Card
A unified competitive response by the tech giants is required in order to counter the Apple Card from potentially monopolizing the future of the smart wallet and mobile payments industry.
Apple opens up to outside repairs but maintains grip on parts
Apple slightly loosens its grip on who mends your devices. Read more: https://zd.net/2IhP4vg
Apple's new features: What to expect
ZDNet's David Gewirtz tells TechRepublic's Karen Roby about the ins and outs of Apple's new services and breaks down what he expects to happen with them. Read more: https://zd.net/2UbQOxn
Apple vs. Spotify: Who owns the app users?
Apple's just a 'monopolist': Spotify hits back over revenue split.
Apple Card: Why banking can be lucrative for Apple
Yes, Apple went Hollywood and launched a gaming and news service to bolster services revenue. But 5 years from now the real pivot will be Apple Card and how the company got into banking. Read more: https://zd.net/2up5v0W
As Apple pushes services, a subscription bundle could be in the future
ZDNet's Larry Dignan tells TechRepublic's Karen Roby about a potential 'Apple Prime' subscription bundle. Read more: https://zd.net/2UMIpNd
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