Apple iPhone users of a certain vintage will remember the excitement of when Google Maps was released on iOS, given how clunky and inaccurate the native Maps app was. Over the years, Apple worked hard to improve Maps, and generally did a solid job of it. Yet, I’d place a decent bet that many people…
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Apple has responded to claims that the iPhone 17 Pro scratches easily The firm says scratches are actually material from worn MagSafe chargers Apple also says the iPhone’s camera plateau is durable The iPhone 17 Pro has only just launched, but already it’s been beset with claims that it scratches far too easily. Social media…
OnePlus has revealed more details of the OnePlus 15, including that it uses a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset That’s the successor to the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite used in the Galaxy S25 series The OnePlus 15 also has a 165Hz refresh rate but lacks Hasselblad branding We’re expecting the OnePlus 15 to be…
When Samsung unveiled the new Galaxy S25 FE at IFA Berlin, I was excited to see what the South Korean tech giant would deliver. Like its forbears, its key appeal is that it offers a flagship-like Samsung experience at a more affordable $649 / £649 / AU$1,099 price point. And, when I was able to…
Every year, I buy the Pro iPhone, but this year, for the first time, I found myself stuck between two choices, and I didn’t know what to do. On the one hand, the iPhone 17 Pro brings what feels like years of refinement to Apple’s Pro smartphone design, and on the other, the iPhone Air,…
Igeekphone News on September 25th: OPPO announced that the OPPO Pad 5 will be unveiled on October 16th. This tablet is the first to be equipped with ColorOS 16, which is smooth and durable for 5 years and supports simultaneous opening of 5 Windows. It can be called the “King of Silk Board”…. Check out…
Imagine a smartphone that delivers crystal-clear visuals under harsh sunlight, operates stably in extreme weather, and redefines rugged flagships. After 13 years of innovation, Blackview proudly presents XPLORE 2, a rugged smartphone designed for extreme environments, combining cutting-edge performance with top-tier durability. No…. Check out the original article: [Igeekphone] Blackview XPLORE 2 Officially Launched Globally
Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 platform for future smartphones It focuses not only on running AI features, but also gathering information for future AI models The first Elite Gen 5 phones will come from Xiaomi, and it will likely power a rumored Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra At the Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm today…
The wait is finally over; September’s Apple event introduced the latest iPhone 17 series, Series 11 Apple Watches, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the new AirPods Pro 3. Was it awe-dropping as promised? Yes, in places, but as always, everyone’s abuzz with their love – or disdain – for the new gadgets. In particular,…
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You’ve got two main options when it’s time to charge your iPhone: Apple’s magnetic MagSafe system or the classic wired approach. Both methods have clear strengths and trade-offs, and the best choice depends on your priorities. Here’s a side-by-side breakdown to help you figure out whether you should charge with a cable or use MagSafe…
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Manufacturer Buttons Samsung Volume Up + Home + Power Google Volume Down + Power HTC Volume Down + Power OnePlus Volume Up + Power Motorola Volume Down + Power LG Volume Down + Power Sony Volume Down + Power Asus Volume Up + Power When the device is in Android recovery mode, use the volume…
