Apple is launching an iPhone battery case replacement program after a number of customers reported problems with 2019 case models.
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The iPhone XS Max 256GB + AirPods Giveaway (Last Chance)
Check out today’s giveaway, the The iPhone XS Max 256GB + AirPods Giveaway. w00t! Sign up to receive deal emails to enter the giveaway—if you’re already signed up for those emails, simply enter. It’s that simple, so get to it! This is the last chance, as this giveaway is coming to a close.
New Shot on iPhone XS Film Explores Cuban Surfing
Apple released a new ‘Shot on iPhone XS’ film to share experiences from the Cuban surfing community. Called “Ola Cubana” it was shot by professional surf photographer Zak Noyle using the iPhone XS Max with a Freefly Novi Cinema Robot stabilizer, FILMic Pro app, AxisGO waterproof container, and BeastGrip universal lens adapter and rigging system. The video was directed by Nick Woytuk, and there is also a shorter behind the scenes video. Surfing in Cuba can be a challenge, because the materials to make the surfboards are hard to find.
Chinese Retailers Slash iPhone Prices for Second Time in 2019
Chinese retailers cut the price of iPhone XS models by as much as 1,700 yuan, the second time they have slashed iPhone prices in 2019.
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iPhone XS Max DxOMark Score Ranks it Fourth
The iPhone XS Max DxOMark score causes the iPhone to rank fourth in the list. With a score of 82 it barely edges out the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus.
Achieving a DxOMark front camera score of 82, the Apple iPhone XS Max puts in a solid performance for both still and moving images during our tests, and is a nice improvement over its predecessor, the iPhone X. For still photos, the device boasts some great strengths for selfie shooters, including excellent HDR, bokeh shots, and detail at close range, which are among the best results we’ve observed for front cameras.
Raised issues include noise, white balance, and skin rendering.
Reminder: iPhone Battery Program Ends Dec. 31
After it was revealed that older iPhone batteries were throttled, Apple created a battery replacement program for customers.
Images of New Smart Battery Case for iPhone XS and XS Max Leaked
Leaked images of the expected new Apple Smart Battery Case show that it still has a “bump” and will only be available in black.
The T-Mobile eSIM App is Ready to Download. But There's a Catch
If you have an unlocked iPhone XR, iPhone XS, or iPhone XS Max with iOS 12.1.1, you can use it. But there’s a catch.
AT&T is the First Carrier to Support eSIM
In a support document, AT&T said that it fully supports eSIM and dual-SIM iPhones.
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Three New Colors for Apple iPhone XS Cases
Apple has released its iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max silicone cases in three new colors. The new colors are Hibiscus, Mellow Yellow and Pacific Green. The case costs $39. The company also introduced Apple Watch Sport Bands in the three new colors, at a cost $49. In addition, there are new Nike Sports bands in Celestial/Black, Olive Flak/Black and Smokey Mauve/Particle Beige for the same price. The cases will be ready for delivery on Monday and in-store on Tuesday (via MacRumors).