iPhone 12 Pro Max Camera Review

Image Quality AnalysisA note about our Uber-G Camera IQ score: our scoring system is based on four “Pillars” sub-scores that can help tell a fuller story: Day, Night, Ultrawide, and Zoom photography. If you want to know more about how the score works, head to our Camera IQ benchmark page.A global camera score is clear and straightforward, but the pillars help tell a better story for those who want to […]

How Do I shoot in RAW On My iPhone

Want to take RAW photos on your iPhone? Maybe you own an iPhone 12, or maybe you own an older iPhone, but don’t worry as this guide will show you how to capture photos in RAW.

Latest macOS Update Will Prevent USB Hubs From Damaging MacBooks

No thanks to Apple killing all the legacy ports in its MacBook lineup, users have since had to resort to dongles, adapters, and USB hubs to get some functionality back. Unfortunately, some third-party USB hubs have been found to be causing issues with MacBooks to the point where some users have actually ended up with bricked laptops.It seems that this has become a big enough problem where Apple has issued […]

Sony Could Be Developing A 1-inch Camera Sensor For Smartphones

In case you didn’t know, Sony actually provides a lot of smartphone companies with camera sensors. This means that while these companies might use different lenses and software, the core hardware powering their cameras comes from Sony, and it seems that Sony could be working on something big.According to recent reports, it has been suggested that Sony is working on a 1-inch camera sensor that could be unveiled in April. […]

14-inch And 16-inch MacBook Pros To Come With Mini LED Displays

For a while now it has been rumored that Apple could be working on a 14-inch MacBook Pro and according to the latest rumors from DigiTimes, it seems that the 14-inch MacBook Pro could be coming later this year. It is expected to be launched alongside the refresh of the 16-inch model where both models could sport mini LED displays.If the rumors are true, this could be a couple of […]

Lenovo Updates The ThinkPad X13 and ThinkPad T-Series

Lenovo has refreshed its ThinkPad X13 ($1,139+) laptops with new ThinkPad X13 and X13 Yoga models. These laptops feature 16:10 displays with 1920×1200 or 2560×1600 resolutions, which seems like an excellent choice for battery life. Creative users have other Lenovo laptops to choose from, including the powerful ThinkPad P1 Gen3 we recently reviewed.The ThinkPad X13 series is geared towards productivity and has a full array of ports (USB-A, USB-C, HDMI, […]

Lenovo’s New ThinkVision P40w-20 Is A Thunderbolt 4 Monitor

A lot of monitors these days still use DisplayPort and HDMI connections. However, if you’re in the market for a display that uses Thunderbolt, then you might be interested to learn that Lenovo has recently announced its new ThinkVision P40w-20 monitor that comes with Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.For those unfamiliar, Thunderbolt is the successor to Thunderbolt 3 and comes with some new specs and features. It will retain the same 40Gb/s […]

Razer’s New Kiyo Pro Webcam Will Take Your Video Conferences To The Next Level

In the past whenever you needed to make that odd video call or host a video conference, a cheap webcam or the one built into your laptop’s display was enough to get the job done. They still are, but with the pandemic forcing people to work and study from home, some of you might realize that it’s time to upgrade your webcam.If you’re looking for a new webcam that will […]

Apple’s Next MacBook Pro Will Sport A New Design With HDMI And SD Card Slots

Ever since Apple introduced USB-C and Thunderbolt ports to its MacBook laptops, they did so at the expense of other ports. As much as many had hoped to see the market flooded with USB-C devices, it isn’t necessarily that case even today, and many users are still having to use dongles and docks.However, the good news is that with the next-gen MacBook Pro, Apple could fix that issue. A report […]

Apple Investigating External Display Issues When Connected To M1 Mac Mini

Apple’s M1 Mac mini can be thought of as the company’s first M1 powered desktop computer. However, it’s not necessarily a complete system as you would need to provide your own monitor, but now it seems that some M1 Mac mini users are experiencing some weird display glitches when they do.There have been reports that M1 Mac mini users are seeing weird pink squares appearing on their external displays when […]

A Professional Photographer Puts Apple’s M1 Chipsets To The Test

With Apple’s new M1 chipsets, many professionals are wondering how it holds up compared to Intel’s processors. After all, Intel has been more or less the industry standard for a while, and changing to a brand new platform could have the potential to negatively impact a professional’s workflow.To that end, CNET’s Andrew Hoyle, a professional photographer, decided to put the M1 to the test by running some tasks in apps […]

ZOTAC’s GPU Mining Post Just Ticked Off A Lot Of PC Gamers

In order to build a rig powerful enough to mine for cryptocurrency like bitcoin, you would need high-end GPUs. This has proven to be a problem over the years as miners have been snapping up supply of GPUs, much to the annoyance of gamers who simply want to build a gaming rig and play their games.Companies like NVIDIA have encouraged retailers to sell their GPUs to gamers and not miners, […]

Chrome OS Will Be Getting A Native Screen Recording Tool

When it comes to a lot of tasks on our computers, more often than not we turn to third-party apps and tools for certain tasks. This is because it’s not reasonable to expect companies like Apple, Microsoft, or Google to include every possible feature, plus sometimes not all native solutions work the best.That being said, if you’re a Chrome OS user, then you might be interested to learn that Google […]

It Could Soon Be A Lot Easier For Chrome OS Users To Access Google Photos

In the tech world, it’s not surprising to see companies “borrow” ideas from each other for their own products and services. Take for example Chrome OS which allows users to run Android apps, something that Apple has borrowed for its M1 Mac computers. Now it seems that Google could also be borrowing something of Apple’s in return.According to Android Police, they have spotted a change in the Chromium Gerrit in […]

Apple Pay Now Supports Bitcoin Payments

If you like the concept of cryptocurrency and maybe have some of your own that you wish to spend instead of cash, then you might be interested to learn that Apple Pay will now support bitcoin, although not exactly directly. This is thanks to BitPay which is a digital wallet that can also be used with Apple Pay and the Apple Wallet app.According to BitPay CEO Stephen Pair, “We have […]

Google Photos For iOS Gains New Video Editing Tools

While there are many video editing apps out there, some of them can be unnecessarily complex for simple edits, and some of them require money. However, if you just need a simple video editor, then perhaps you might be interested to learn that Google Photos for iOS has been recently updated where it will now come with a new video editor baked into it.According to Google, “With the new video […]

Chrome For iOS Tests Touch ID And Face ID For Incognito Mode

The point of using incognito mode in a browser like Chrome is to not leave a trail of your internet activity on your phone or computer. However, it seems that Google is taking things one step further by testing out a new feature for Chrome on iOS that would protect incognito mode by adding an additional layer of security in the form of Touch ID or Face ID.What this means […]

TikTok’s Sale To A US Company Has Been Put On Hold

Back in 2020, it felt like TikTok’s days of operating in the US was numbered as the administration back then wanted to ban the app. However, they did offer a compromise in which ByteDance, TikTok’s owner, could sell off TikTok to a US based company. Several companies were considered, but nothing was finalized.However, it seems that with the current administration, they might be going down a different path and TikTok’s […]

Sony FX3 Compact Camcorder Leaked

While our digital cameras are more than capable of recording videos, sometimes they lack certain features that professional videographers might need, which is why camcorders still exist. If you are looking for a camcorder, one that isn’t too big or bulky, Sony could have something for you.In a tweet by Nokishita, a photo of the upcoming Sony FX3 has been leaked online. For those unfamiliar, Sony’s FX series is part […]

Apple Offers Free Battery Replacements For Some 2016-2017 MacBook Pros

If you happen to own a MacBook Pro from the 2016-2017 era, then you could be eligible for a free battery replacement. According to an Apple support document, it seems that a small number of MacBook Pros from that period in time are having some issues that prevents them from charging past 1%.Given how old these laptops are, it is clear that they are no longer under warranty, but Apple […]

Instagram’s Algorithms Will No Longer Promote Reels With TikTok’s Watermark

As some of you might have heard or noticed by now, Instagram has launched its own version of TikTok called Reels. However, despite the feature being there, there are some users who still prefer to record their videos using TikTok and then upload to both platforms at once, which makes sense as far as social media reach is concerned.However, it seems that Instagram isn’t too thrilled at users who might […]

This Insane Laptop Comes With Seven Foldable Displays

If you normally work at home using multiple monitor setups where you have two or maybe three displays, then going to work on a laptop with a single, small-ish display might seem a bit jarring and somewhat limiting. However, a company by the name of Expanscape has debuted a prototype laptop called the Aurora 7 that will solve all your problems, and then some.What makes the Aurora 7 stand out […]

Analyst Believes That Apple Should Look Into Making Their Own Cryptocurrency

The interest and demand in cryptocurrency continues to remain strong, so much so that according to RBC Capital Markets analyst Mitch Steves, in a note to investors as seen by Coindesk, Steves believes that Apple’s next financial gambit should be to invest and create their own cryptocurrency.According to the analyst, he believes that this could bring in a ton of revenue for the company, plus there will also be the […]

Cryptocurrency Miners Are Now Snapping Up RTX 30 Laptops To Mine For Ethereum

Mining for cryptocurrency is essentially a race. The faster your machine is capable of solving the problems, the faster you get your cryptocurrency. This is why at one point in time, GPUs were suddenly in short supply as many miners started buying the best GPUs they could afford to make their mining rigs as powerful as possible.Now it seems that miners have since turned their attention to laptops, or more […]

Intel Fires Back At Apple With A Bunch Of Benchmarks

When Apple’s M1 Mac computers were launched, many were quick to run the computer through its paces to see whether or not the new M1 chipsets could deliver as promised. To everyone’s delight, Apple’s M1 chipset not only delivered, but in some instances seemed to perform better than advertised.Many made comparisons to Intel and their processors, so it doesn’t come as a surprise to learn that Intel has since fired […]

Instagram Could Be Looking To Borrow A TikTok Feature

For those who use Instagram and have browsed Stories, you know that moving from one Story to the other is basically tapping to the left or the right of your display. TikTok, on the other hand, employs a different method of navigation where users scroll down to move from one TikTok video to another.Now it seems that Instagram might be interested in borrowing that feature from TikTok. This is according […]

iPhone 13 Camera Upgrade Could Make It A Beast At Low-Light Photography

The iPhone’s Camera app currently comes with a Night Mode which helps make photos brighter when the camera’s software feels like the scene is a bit too dark. This is useful compared to using flash as flash, especially those built into our smartphones, are limiting and can result in photos that are very harsh.However, according to Barclays analysts Blayne Curtis and Thomas O’Malley, it seems that the iPhone 13’s camera […]

ASUS Could Have A New Chromebook In The Works With A Bundled Stylus

At CES 2021, ASUS took the wraps off a bunch of new computers, but it seems that the company had more products that they did not announce. A report from Chrome Unboxed has revealed a device called the ASUS Chromebook Flip CM3000 that was recently spotted in a listing on German retailer Saturn’s website.As you can see from the photo, this device is more of a tablet rather than a […]

2020 Was A Good Year For Google’s Chromebooks

Google’s Chromebooks are usually seen as a lower-cost alternative laptop for those who need a laptop but don’t want to spend too much money. It is also perfect for those who don’t require too much from their devices or don’t need to run more resource intensive applications, like if you’re just using it for school work or handling office related documents.This is why it doesn’t really come as a surprise […]

New Tomb Raider Game Confirmed, Will Unify The Timelines Of The Original And Reboot

The original Tomb Raider game was released way back in 1996 and quickly became a beloved franchise. Then in 2013, the folks at Crystal Dynamics rebooted the series where the newer Tomb Raider titles featured a darker and grittier tone, a huge departure from the original games from the early days.It has been about 3 years since the last Tomb Raider game was released, but for fans of the franchise, […]

iPhone 13 Could Use An Optical In-Display Touch ID Sensor

There have been multiple rumors suggesting that Apple could be looking to bring Touch ID back. Apparently part of the reason is due to the pandemic where we are all wearing face masks, which means that using Face ID has become rather troublesome as it obviously cannot see through our masks.That being said, some of the rumors suggested that Apple could turn to ultrasonic fingerprint  scanners, which is what some […]

Not Just Xiaomi, But Motorola Has Its Own True Wireless Charging System As Well

As some of you might have just seen, Xiaomi recently took the wraps off the Mi Air Charge Technology. This is a wireless charging system that’s truly wireless, where your device does not need to be placed on a mat or have magnets stuck to it for it to work. However, it turns out Xiaomi isn’t alone.Motorola has also recently shown off their own wireless charging technology, although it seems […]

GameStop’s Astronomical Share Prices Have Managed To Attract The Attention Of Congress

Recently, it seems that a bunch of Redditors on the subreddit WallStreetBets have been actively buying GameStop’s shares. The efforts by the Redditors have managed to drive the share prices up to $4 to a stagger $200, which resulted in some hedge fund managers, who had shorted GameStop’s stocks, losing a ton of money in the process.Unfortunately (or fortunately) for investors, it seems that these activities have since managed to […]

A Tomb Raider Anime Series Will Be Coming To Netflix

While movies based around video games have kind of flopped, it seems that when adapted into different formats like TV shows and animated series, they have fared much better. Netflix’s The Witcher series and its Castlevania series have both done extremely well, and now it looks like the company is trying its hand at yet another video game franchise.In a press release from Netflix, the company has announced that a […]

Apple Could Revisit The Idea Of Titanium MacBooks

Apple’s laptops and computers in general are made out of aluminum. This is more or less the standard choice of materials for a lot of electronics these days, but according to a patent discovered by Patently Apple, it seems that Apple could be interested in exploring other materials, such as titanium.The patent in question talks about how future devices, like MacBooks, could use a textured titanium surface that is accomplished […]

The Sony Alpha 1 Camera Is A 50MP That Can Also Shoot In 8K

Sony’s full-frame mirrorless lineup consists of their A7 and A9 series, with the A9 being aimed more at working professionals who might need some of the features offered in the camera that isn’t available in the A7. However, it seems that Sony has since stepped things up an extra notch with the launch of the Sony Alpha 1 (A1).This is the latest full-frame mirrorless camera from Sony and it seems […]

TikTok Had A Vulnerability That Could Have Allowed Hackers To Steal Phone Numbers

It can be dangerous to associate your phone number with online services and apps, but sometimes some services do require it. The reason it’s dangerous is because should a data breach happen, it could result in phone numbers being leaked into the wild, which can then be used for malicious or harassment purposes.In fact, it seems that TikTok almost had a situation on their hands because according to the security […]

5G Capable MacBook In The Works, But Don’t Expect To See It So Soon

With our smartphones and tablets being able to connect to the internet using cellular connectivity, we actually have to wonder why such a feature isn’t as widely-available in laptops. There are cellular-capable laptops, but oddly enough, they aren’t as common as one might think even though the benefits of such devices are pretty obvious.That being said, the good news for Apple fans is that it looks like such a device […]

Microsoft Takes Aim At Apple In New Surface Pro 7 Ad

Microsoft and Apple’s rivalry dates back decades, even though Microsoft did help Apple through a tough time when Microsoft’s then-CEO, Bill Gates, bought $150 million worth of non-voting shares of Apple, and also gave them free-access to use Microsoft Office on Apple’s Mac computers.However, rivalry is always good as it pushes companies to do better, which is what Microsoft is trying to convey in their new ad where they compare […]

Redesigned MacBook Pro Could See The Return Of The SD Card Slot

Apple’s MacBook laptop design has been kept more or less the same for several years now, and while it is a nice design, it would be good to see Apple shake things up a bit. We have been hearing rumors that a redesign could be on its way, and now a new report from Bloomberg has revealed a potential “new” feature.The report claims that Apple will finally be bringing the […]

‘Higher-End’ MacBook Air Could Be Launching Later This Year

We have been hearing rumors that Apple could be planning on redesigning its MacBook Pro, but what about the MacBook Air? Apart from changing up the bezels for the display, the laptop has still pretty much maintained the same design and form factor. That could change either later in the year or possibly 2022.This is based on Mark Gurman’s report over at Bloomberg, where he claims that Apple is planning […]

Intel’s PC Business Is Up By 33%

Intel is typically associated with PCs. The company’s processors are almost always the default choice whether it comes to custom builds or premade computers. However, in the recent years, we’ve actually seen AMD on the rise, plus there is also Apple’s new direction in which they will be ultimately ditching Intel’s processors for their own custom chipset.However, despite all the turbulence in the industry, it appears that Intel is more […]

LG’s 4K UltraFine Displays Have Disappeared From Apple’s Stores

When Apple discontinued their Thunderbolt Display, many were wondering if this meant that the company could be planning a newer model. Instead, it seems that Apple decided to turn to third-party manufacturers like LG who created an Apple-exclusive series of UltraFine monitors for the company’s Mac lineup.However, it seems that maybe that partnership could be ending because according to reports, it appears that LG’s 4K UltraFine displays are no longer […]

Samsung Wants To Start Producing 90Hz OLED Displays For Laptops

The vast majority of laptops out there still use LCDs as their display of choice. There is a reason why, and that is because LCDs are cheaper to produce, especially at larger sizes. This isn’t to say that OLED laptops don’t exist, but LCD is still a much popular configuration. However, Samsung is hoping to change that, and then some.Samsung Display has announced that they will be producing 90Hz OLED […]

TikTok Rolls Out A New Q&A Feature For Creators

One of the cool features about Instagram’s Stories is the Q&A section, where creators can allow users to submit them questions that they can ask, or ask for answers/opinions from their followers. It’s pretty nifty and adds a degree of interaction to the platform. Now it looks like TikTok will be getting a similar feature as well.This is according to Matt Navarra who tweeted screenshots of the feature. Based on […]

iPad Mini 6 Could Get In-Display Touch ID Ahead Of The iPhone

Ever since Apple has done away with Touch ID on its iPhones (for the most part), there have been multiple rumors suggesting that Apple could actually be looking to bring the tech back through an in-display sensor. If the rumors are to be believed, it could actually happen with the iPhone 13 this year.However, it seems that the iPhone 13 will not be the first Apple product to get the […]

iPhone 12 Pro Max Camera Technology Could Come To All iPhone 13 Models

Apart from the differences in size, one of the ways Apple has set the iPhone 12 models apart from one another is through its cameras. Each iPhone 12 model has a slightly different camera setup from the other, with the largest and most expensive iPhone 12 Pro Max having the “best” camera tech out of the lot.However, the good news is that if you didn’t want to spend so much […]

Xbox Handheld Concept Goes Viral On TikTok

While Sony used to dabble in handheld consoles, Microsoft on the other hand has pretty much held out from doing so, although we suppose if they had managed to acquire Nintendo, that would be a very different story. However, what if Microsoft were to launch a handheld console, what might it look like?Thanks to TikTok user, ImKashama, he has created a concept video in which he imagines what a handheld […]

Nikon Will Focus On Mirrorless Cameras For The Time Being

Unlike Sony, who are known for their mirrorless cameras, Nikon is known more for their DSLRs. However, the company is hoping to catch up in the mirrorless market segment, so much so that the company has recently stated that for the time being, their focus will be mostly on their mirrorless camera lineup.So what does this mean? For those who love Nikon’s DSLR cameras and are hoping to see some […]

Carcopter by MACA: First Hydrogen-Powered Flying F1 Race Car

MACA, a French startup based in southeast France, unveiled its Carcopter, a hydrogen-powered flying Formula-1 at CES 2021 last week. Founders Thierry de Boisvilliers, and Michael Krollak, both veterans from Airbus Helicopters, aim at creating a Formula 1-type competition for flying cars to accelerate innovation in the zero-emission VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) market while generating revenues from the racing business.The idea to design a race VTOL vehicle came to […]