iPhone and Apple News

Baseus PicoGo AM31 Review: The Ultra Mini Magnetic Power Bank with Kickstand​

Baseus has built its reputation around sleek, minimalist accessories designed to put the user first, and the PicoGo lineup leans fully into that philosophy. These power banks are all about being card-sized, lightweight, and unobtrusive while still delivering solid performance. I’ve been using the Baseus PicoGo AM31 Ultra Mini Magnetic Power Bank with Kickstand (5000 mAh, Qi2...

 

Apple Sets iPhone 17 Event for September 9​

Apple has officially announced its annual iPhone event, scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Apple Park in Cupertino. The keynote kicks off at 10 a.m. PT and will be streamed live on Apple’s site, YouTube, and the Apple TV app.

This year’s spotlight will be on the iPhone 17 lineup, including:

• iPhone 17 Air – Apple’s thinnest and lightest iPhone yet, replacing the Plus model...

 

First Look at Apple's THIN iPhone 17 Air​

A new hands-on video offers an early look at what could be one of Apple’s most striking design changes in years. The upcoming iPhone 17 Air appears to prioritize thinness and portability, giving users a sleek, lightweight option within the iPhone lineup.

According to multiple reports, the iPhone 17 Air could measure just 5.5mm at its thinnest point. That would make it significantly slimmer than the iPhone 16 Pro...

 

A new leak from Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station suggests the foldable iPhone will feature dual 48MP rear cameras similar to the current iPhone 16 Pro. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo adds that Apple’s foldable device will include front-facing cameras for both folded and unfolded modes. Other sources indicate an under-display selfie camera on the inner screen, and a hole-punch camera on the outer display.

Source: Macrumors

 

Time to get ready.

 

Apple Unifies Operating Systems Under New Year-Based Naming Scheme​

Apple is preparing for a significant branding shift for its operating systems this year, aiming for a unified naming strategy. According to Bloomberg, the tech giant plans to rename its operating systems by year rather than version numbers, starting with the upcoming releases. So, instead of the anticipated iOS 19, Apple will introduce iOS 26.

This renaming will apply across all Apple's...

 

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Kurt 'The CyberGuy' Knutsson discusses an urgent warning for iPhone users to update devices following a 'massive security gap.' Has anyone else heard of this?

This is discussed in the video below, starting at approximately the 1:10 mark.

 

No More iPhone Mini? Gurman Confirms Apple’s Plans for Small Phones Are Over​

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If you’ve been holding out hope for the return of the beloved iPhone mini, it might be time to let go. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in a live Q&A session, Apple currently has no plans to bring back a smaller iPhone, effectively closing the chapter on compact flagship models for the foreseeable future.

The End of the Mini Era​

Apple discontinued the iPhone...

 

iPhones, Macs, and iPads Dodge Major Tariffs For Now — But AirPods Left Out​

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In a bit of good news for Apple and other electronics makers, U.S. Customs and Border Protection has confirmed that many imported tech products — including key Apple devices — are now exempt from the recently imposed reciprocal tariffs.

This means that iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watch, and other major Apple products won’t be subject to the 125% tariffs that have been applied to...

 

Apple vs. The EU: iOS 19 and iOS 20 Set for Major Changes Under Digital Markets Act​

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Apple is facing another regulatory showdown in Europe, as the European Commission has laid out new legal requirements for iOS 19 and iOS 20 under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). These changes aim to open up Apple’s tightly controlled ecosystem, giving third-party devices and developers more access to key iPhone features. However, Apple is not happy about it, calling the measures...