29 days ago | By TheBoyGeniusReport

Happy iPhone day, Apple fans! Whether you're getting yourself a new iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max today or you plan on buying one in the coming weeks, one thing is certain: you definitely, absolutely, positively need a case. Apple's new iPhones start at more than $1,000 when you factor in sales tax, and they climb to over $1,500 if you get a 512GB iPhone XS Max. It's a big investment and just like any other investment, it needs to be protected. There are already thousands of different options out there for cases though, so finding a good one can be tough. Luckily, the internet hive mind is...
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Dissected new iPhones reveal Micron, Toshiba parts

29 days ago | By Reuters

Apple Inc's latest iPhones use components made by Micron Technology and Toshiba among others, according to a firm that cracked open iPhone XS and XS Max.
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27 great apps you should download first for your new iPhone XS

29 days ago | By Business Insider

You've managed to get your hands on a new iPhone XS or XS Max, and now you want cool apps to run on it.
The Tech Insider staff picked some of our favorite apps that show off the power of Apple's phone.
The list is focused on lesser-known software that we use and love; if you're looking for the most commonly downloaded apps - think Facebook, Snapchat, Google Maps - Apple publishes a list .
Let's check them out: Google Keep helps you put what's in your brain down in writing.
Google Keep is a free download.
Citizen lets you see if there are emergencies or crimes happening nearby.
Citizen is a...
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IPhone XS teardown shows few changes aside from the battery

29 days ago | By Engadget

You know it was only a matter of time before the people over at iFixit tore apart Apple's latest and greatest smartphones. For the first time, they took their screwdrivers and tools to two phones at once: the iPhone XS and the XS Max.
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IPhone Xs and Xs Max teardown reveal new battery tech

29 days ago | By SlashGear

With the iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max launching in a number of regions around the world today, iFixit has delivered its anticipated pair of teardowns. It's doing things a bit differently this time around, as its taking a look at the internals of both the iPhone Xs and Xs Max side-by-side. If you were around for last year's iPhone...
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The best iPhone XS single, family or prepaid plan offers come from T-Mobile, AT&T and Walmart

29 days ago | By Phone Arena

The prices of the iPhone XS and XS Max that Apple launches today are pretty high already - $999 and $1099 for the basic models, respectively - but they can be somewhat mitigated with the right carrier plan, it turns out.
Research firm WalletHub that already surveyed potential iPhone buyer to find that a lot are willing to go into debt to obtain them, has now calculated exactly how much you will outlay for the new iPhones on different carrier plans.
As you can see from the findings below, the lowest form of an iPhone XS with 64GB storage on board will ...
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The iPhone XS has a secret second notch that you'll never see

29 days ago | By TheBoyGeniusReport

It's iPhone XS launch day, which means we're learning all the little tidbits about the new iPhones that Apple or in the early reviews never detailed. For starters, the first YouTube drop test shows the iPhone XS is a lot more durable than the iPhone X. We also found out that Apple may have wanted to launch AirPower in time for the iPhone XS's arrival, but that obviously didn't work out. Now, thanks to the teardown everybody was waiting for, we've learned a peculiar little detail about the iPhone XS that comes as a complete surprise.
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IFixit's iPhone XS and XS Max teardown shows off the revamped batteries

29 days ago | By The Verge

Today is the official launch day for Apple's latest iPhone XS and XS Max phones. And, as is practically a tradition, iFixit is ready with a full teardown to show off all the secrets inside Apple's latest phones.
As expected, the new phones are pretty similar to last year's iPhone X , but there are a few tweaks and changes for the eagle-eyed observer to note between the two devices.
Image: iFixit
The biggest change is the battery. While last year's iPhone X had two battery cells for a total charge of 2,716mAh, the iPhone XS has a single, L-shaped cell, with a slightly lower 2,659mAh...
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IPhone XS and XS Max reveals some battery surprises

29 days ago | By ZDnet

A teardown of Apple's new iPhone XS reveals a battery that's smaller than in last year's iPhone X.
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8 things you'll want to try first with your iPhone XS

29 days ago | By Computerworld

A few million Apple customers are likely to be unboxing their brand-new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Mac devices today, so what do they need to know? But I didn't get a new iPhone
You don't need to actually have a new iPhone XS to get a sense of what they are like - Apple has published a little microsite in which you can toy with an interactive 3D model to get a sense of them. You can also compare the sizes of the new devices with those of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. You must be using mobile versions of the Chrome or Safari browsers for this to work. To read this article in full,
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IPhone XS, XS Max show off 'battery origami' in iFixit teardown - CNET

29 days ago | By CNET

It also revealed some likely repair challenges for Apple's new iPhone models.
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First iPhone XS Max teardown reveals why it costs $599 to replace a cracked back

29 days ago | By Phone Arena

The first professional teardown of the iPhone XS already appeared yesterday, revealing a battery that is L-shaped and a tad smaller than the one on the iPhone X. Now, however, an iPhone XS Max teardown has appeared as well, and from none other than the granddaddy of smartphone pathoanatomy - iFixit.
Barely has the ink dried on their iPhone XS and XS Max receipts from Australian Apple stores, where they went on sale first, and we already have RedBull-fueled pictures of the internals. What did iFixit find about the new iPhones?
First off, the iPhone ...
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All the gear you need to fast charge your new iPhone XS is discounted on Amazon

29 days ago | By TheBoyGeniusReport

After a wait that felt like it was going to last an eternity, Apple's new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are finally here! They have tons of new features that Apple fans will love, including support for fast charging that can give you hours of additional battery life in just a few minutes. The only problem, of course, is that they don't include a charger in the box that actually offers fast charging. Don't worry though, because Amazon is running a one-day sale that has you covered. Just pick up an Apple USB-C to Lightning cable and some of the Anker accessories you'll find listed below, and...
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64GB, 256GB, or 512GB iPhone XS: which model should you buy?

29 days ago | By Phone Arena

Today is the big day, folks! Apple's newest iPhones, the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max, are coming to an Apple store near you - and you can bet there's going to be a queue of people wanting one. As you probably know by now, the latest iPhones are better than ever: with next-gen processors, upgraded cameras, and futuristic design - few of the many reasons to upgrade if you have an older model. But in this post, we'll focus on one iPhone specification in particular - storage space.
The iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are the first iPhones to come with up to 512GB of storage built ...
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Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max go on sale

29 days ago | By GSMArena

The time has come - Apple started shipping its new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max yesterday and today they are available for purchase to everyone. If you order now, though, the phones will take at least until October 1 to arrive. If you want to reserve a unit at an Apple Store and go pick it up you are in no luck - the option is listed as currently unavailable.
Country iPhone XS iPhone XS Max
US
$999
$1,099
Canada
CAD 1,379
CAD 1,519
Germany
1,149
1,249
Italy
1,189
1,289
UK
£999
£1,099
Today's launch date applies only for 30...
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Apple outs interactive iPhone XS launch site to tilt and play with on your phone

29 days ago | By Phone Arena

Today is iPhone XS and XS Max launch day, in case it has slipped your mind, and Apple celebrates in an unusual way. If you go to the source link below on your cell phone, you will be greeted with an interactive story about the two new handsets, complete with specs and size comparisons.
So far, so good, but the cool thing is that you can do with it things you couldn't do on a desktop version, like tilt to rotate the phones in a 360-degree view, or swipe to check the size comparisons. Tilt, swipe and rotate to your heart's desire to get a good 3D overview of the new iPhones ...
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