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For the First Time South Korea to Begin Manufacturing Front-Facing iPhone Camera, Starting with 14
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For the First Time South Korea to Begin Manufacturing Front-Facing iPhone Camera, Starting with 14

Nick deCourville · 3:48 PM EDT, May 23rd, 2022 · Add Comment

Reports indicate that for the iPhone 14, Apple will be switching to a South Korea company to manufacture the front-facing camera, a first.

iPhone OLED Manufacturer BOE Gets Put in Time-Out for Changing Panel Designs
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iPhone OLED Manufacturer BOE Gets Put in Time-Out for Changing Panel Designs

Nick deCourville · 1:24 PM EDT, May 20th, 2022 · Add Comment

Chinese manufacturer BOE is in hot water with Apple after making unapproved changes to the OLED panel. Now Apple may be looking elsewhere.

T-Mobile iPhone Users Plagued by iMessage Deactivation Due to eSim Bug
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T-Mobile iPhone Users Plagued by iMessage Deactivation Due to eSim Bug

Jeff Butts · 10:06 AM EDT, May 20th, 2022 · 2 Comments

T-Mobile iPhone users report an iMessage deactivation problem likely caused by an eSIM bug. Only switching to a physical SIM resolves it.

Review: Anker 622 Magnetic Battery (MagGo)
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Review: Anker 622 Magnetic Battery (MagGo)

Nick deCourville · 4:52 PM EDT, May 19th, 2022 · Add Comment

This review explores the Anker 622 Magnetic Battery as it delivers 5000mAh of power for iPhone 12/13. The device connects via MagSafe.

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These 5 Tips Will Help You Maximize Your FaceTime Call
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These 5 Tips Will Help You Maximize Your FaceTime Call

Jeff Butts · 4:49 PM EDT, May 19th, 2022 · Add Comment

If you want to make the most of the built-in video calling app on your iPhone, these FaceTime tips are a great start.

Customize Your CarPlay Apps the Way You Want Them
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Customize Your CarPlay Apps the Way You Want Them

Jeff Butts · 2:37 PM EDT, May 17th, 2022 · 1 Comment

If you’re wondering how to customize your CarPlay apps, wonder no more. Jeff Butts walks you through organizing, deleting, and adding apps.

Apple Previews New Accessibility Features Coming In 2022, Including Door Detection
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Apple Previews New Accessibility Features Coming In 2022, Including Door Detection

Jeff Butts · 1:33 PM EDT, May 17th, 2022 · Add Comment

Apple revealed new accessiblity features planned for release later in 2022, including door detection and Live Captions.

Apple Explores Ways to Improve iPhone Sensor Accuracy and Water Resistance Simultaneously
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Apple Explores Ways to Improve iPhone Sensor Accuracy and Water Resistance Simultaneously

Jeff Butts · 10:36 AM EDT, May 17th, 2022 · Add Comment

Improving the iPhone’s water resistance means many tradeoffs, such as overheating and sensor inaccuracy. Apple is exploring ways around that.

Method Found to Run Malware on iPhone Even When It’s Turned Off
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Method Found to Run Malware on iPhone Even When It’s Turned Off

Jeff Butts · 5:27 PM EDT, May 16th, 2022 · Add Comment

Researchers have discovered a way to run malware on an iPhone even when it’s turned off. It takes advantage of Bluetooth, NFC, and UWB chips.

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Artist Showcases the Potential of Charging Docks with Custom Pikachu MagSafe Charger
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Artist Showcases the Potential of Charging Docks with Custom Pikachu MagSafe Charger

Nick deCourville · 3:59 PM EDT, May 12th, 2022 · Add Comment

A Japanese artist by the name of Clay Yoshirin has created a custom Pikachu MagSafe charger that shows the true ingenuity of the tech.

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