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[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple Sends Out Invites For March 21st ‘Let Us Loop You In’ Media Event

It’s official and the cat’s out of the bag, Apple will be holding a special media event on the 21st of March, this month, where it is expected that the company will unveil a 4-inch iPhone, the iPad Air 3, and more.

Apple Confirms Its March 21st Event By Sending Out Official Invites To The Press

It’s been rumored for quite a while that Apple will be holding a press event at the end of this month to announce a bunch of hardware, such as the rumored 4-inch iPhone SE, a brand new iPad Air 3, which will more or less be a smaller version of the 12.9-inch iPad Pro. On top of that it’s also expected that the company will take to the stage to announce a bunch of new Apple Watch bands as well.
The keynote part of the entire deal has been confirmed, however, with the company sending out invites to its press event with the tagline “Let us Loop you in.” The keynote will take place in Cupertino, Apple’s home ground, at 10:00am PST. We will be covering the event as it happens and will bring to our readers each and every single thing Apple announces on stage, so be sure to tune in to our coverage.
It’s expected that Apple will unveil a 4-inch smartphone, dubbed as the iPhone SE, which is rumored to look like a smaller version of the iPhone 6s, but with slightly less powerful hardware. The aim is to keep a smaller smartphone in the market which offering close-to-flagship features at a lower price point to potential customers. It’s also rumored that the smartphone will resemble the iPhone 5s but will pack powerful internals. We’ll know for sure in a few days.
On the iPad front, it’s expected that the company will announce a smaller version of the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, which will ultimately replace the iPad Air 2. The device is said to pack iPad Pro features but in a more compact, 9.7-inch screen size. It remains to be seen whether the device will cut corners compared to its larger brother in any way, but all will be made clear in a few days so hang on tight.
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On the Apple Watch front, the company is expected to announce a new range of bands with no new hardware to be expected in the wearable front. We’re pretty sure Apple is saving the next Apple Watch hardware announcement for a later date.
The Mac is also expected to get a refresh, but it’s unclear which models will grace new internals. We really wish the MacBook Pro gets a redesign, though.
Apple Will Be Live Streaming Its Event On Compatible Devices

Apple will be live streaming the event, as usual, as confirmed on Apple’s website itself.

Requirements: Live streaming uses Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) technology. HLS requires an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with Safari on iOS 7.0 or later, a Mac with Safari 6.0.5 or later on OS X v10.8.5 or later, or a PC with Microsoft Edge on Windows 10. Streaming via Apple TV requires an Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation) with software 6.2 or later or an Apple TV (4th generation).

Check back on the 21st for our live coverage!

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[Jorge-Vieira]

The iPhone SE, iPad Pro Mini, FBI, iOS 9.3 & March 21; Here’s Everything To Expect From Apple

As Apple’s event for March 21st gets confirmed, industry speculation on what to expect from the company in less than two weeks from now is all time high. We’ve been hearing quite a bit of rumors and speculation concerning the launch of the iPhone SE and the iPad 7, with the latter being a smaller iPad Pro. The company’s ‘Spring Forward’ event last year was a relatively quiet affair, which was expected given that the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus were well received throughout.
So as invites for the event are out, its time to take a look at what to expect from the company at this event. We’ve got several contenders lined up already as indicated above, and they’ve been a regular feature of the rumor mill for the better part of the past two months. So take a look below to find out more.

The iPhone SE

The iPhone SE is one Apple device that has managed to stay a stubborn part of the rumor mill for more than a year. Even as Apple launched the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus, with the latter doing quite well for Cupertino’s first large screen device, pretty soon we heard several quarters of the company’s long time users share their reservations.
We saw the first alleged images of the device leak almost exactly a year back, courtesy of folks over at FutureSupplier. Even back then, the device’s rear casings looked a lot like the iPhone 5 and the iPhone 5s, with the smaller, 4 inch frame. Comparing these with some renders which have surfaced today, we see that not much has changed.

Apple seems to have taken a rather lazy approach towards the device’s design and the only heavy hitting points of the iPhone SE that you should be expected about are its performance and camera specifications. According to current information, the iPhone SE will be coming with the Apple A9, 2 GB of RAM and a 12MP rear camera; specifications that put the device right in the flagship category.
Given that the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus didn’t do as well as Apple, or its Wall Street compatriots would have liked, a successful smaller screened iPhone launch would definitely make 2016 a good year for the company. We’ve seen information about the device increase in pace this month which has also been reflected in Apple’s share price which wasn’t doing that well previously.
Its also expected that the new iPhone SE will be aimed towards Eastern markets, particularly China, since smartphone purchases in the US have been slowing down over the past couple of years. How well the device does depends on its launch so be sure to stay tuned.

The iPad

Another hardware item that’s rumored to be on the company’s agenda for March 21st is a new iPad. Its been a while since Apple launched the iPad Air 2, and in September we saw the company launch the much larger iPad Pro in order to effectively cater towards the enterprise segment. But this left multimedia and light users of the tablet in the dark as subsequently we saw little information surface about a potential iPad Air 3.
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Seems like simplification’s the mantra for the iPad lineup this March, as we’re likely to see a smaller iPad Pro launched in Cupertino. The launch of the iPad Air 2 came at a very crucial time for the tablet industry in general. Sales and overall interest in large screen slates was declining, with more and more users choosing the convenience offered by phablets instead; something which became even more evident with the popularity of Samsung’s Galaxy Note lineup.




Now that things have seemed to settled down again, courtesy of a couple of more excellent offerings in the form of Microsoft’s Surface Pro 4 lineup, looks like Apple will be simplifying its tablet lineup. Things did get cluttered on the iPad, with a lot of different screen size variations coupled with similar differentiated focus on specifications being the primary focus for quite a while.
The 9.7 inch iPad Pro which is expected on the 21st is expected to bring the features of its larger cousin on a much smaller screen, with similar specifications expected. We’d bet that the A9X will definitely make an appearance on the iPad, as several other features such as Smart Keyboard, the Apple pencil and more have been mentioned by some reliable sources as of now.
We’ve also been hearing about camera specifications which lie in the ballpark of the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus, so it’d definitely be interesting to see Apple’s approach this time around. Spring’s a bit early for big announcements given the company’s recent history, but if it manages to combine enterprise and multimedia features on the smaller iPad, then it sure will be able to buy some time before another launch is required.

The FBI

Another tussle which Apple’s found itself in these past couple of weeks is the company’s legal tussle with the FBI. In a bid to get Cupertino to unlock an iPhone 5c, to gain access to information considered important for national security, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has been using court pressure quite a lot. Apple, and the rest of silicon valley in general refuse to comply, claiming that doing so would not only set dangerous precedents, but also expose users to significant privacy risks in the future.
While who’s right and who’s wrong depends on your perspective, the very fact that Apple is able to stand its ground against court orders goes to show how far the company, and Silicon valley in general has managed to evolve. This, boosted by claims made today by Edward Snowden leave the general populace somewhat sympathetic to Cupertino’s claims; especially given the current public mindset about mass surveillance.

Why do we mention the FBI over here? Because its exactly one day before the company’s court hearing in its legal tussle. Its an interesting date for the company to choose and suggests that Apple’s in no way eager to keep its legal battles low key; or at least this one. Should the company manage to pull off successful launches on the 21st, we’d expect it to ride the fresh wave of investor confidence all the way to the courts as well.
We’re also expecting other details from the company this March, which include a potential release date for iOS 9.3, upgrades to the MacBook lineup if we’re lucky and some new information/features and bands for the Apple Watch, though don’t go expecting an Apple Watch 2 just yet. With all of this, March seems to be all set and done when it comes to the gadget world. More information should pop up over the next week or so as well.
So stay tuned, let us know what you think in the comments section below.We’ll keep you updated on the latest.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple’s ‘Let Us Loop You In’ Media Event Start Time In Your Country

In just over 24 hours from now, Apple’s ‘Let us loop you in’ March 21 media event is about to start. There are a lot of gadgets about to be unveiled including the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, new Apple Watch bands and the highly anticipated iPhone SE. The company has declared that it will be live streaming the event. In its preparations, Apple has also released an Apple Events app on the tvOS App Store for the Apple TV. So if you own an Apple TV 4, download the app and wait for the event to start.

Find Out At What Time Apple’s Media Event Starts In Your Country

The event will begin at 10 am Pacific Time. However, while many of you are outside the time zone, then you can check it out from here. The media event is to be held at the company’s Town Hall auditorium on its 1 Infinite loop campus in Cupertino, California. From the images below, find out at what time will Apple’s March 21 event start at your end and plan your day accordingly if you’re willing to watch it live.





Find out the time zone for your country from the images embedded above. Have a clear look at your country by viewing full sized images. If the list does not have your country mentioned then click here and check out the time it will start. If you’re interested in watching the event live. Apple is streaming them on iOS, Mac, Android and even Windows PC. So do make sure you watch it.
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Last year, Apple held the ‘Spring Forward’ event that debuted the Apple Watch and the 12-inch MacBook. This time we presume there won’t be any new releases. However, the launch of the iPhone SE and the 9.7-inch iPad Pro would be the main highlight of the event. A lot of users, who dislike the company’s bigger handsets are waiting anxiously for the event to begin. The smaller iPhone SE is said to come with improved specs packed in iPhone 5s form factor. On the other hand, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro would be the same as the gigantic 12.9-inch iPad Pro with improved specs and Apple Pencil support.
We will be covering all of the new stuff Apple is about to release in its March 21 media event. So do stay tuned for that. This is it for now, folks. How anxiously are you waiting for Apple’s ‘let us loop you in’ media event? Do you think the company will make changes in its wearable? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple Set To Take Stage In Cupertino As FBI Hearing Looms; Major Gadget Launches Expected

As we head toward Apple’s event all set to take place in a couple of hours from now, media attention on the company is quite high. Not only is Cupertino finally expected to yield once again towards consumer demands of a smaller screened iPhone, but it’ll also be head to head with the Justice Department at tomorrow’s hearing set to take place in Riverside.
The rumor mill’s been busy at it as well, with information not only about the expected iPhone SE and a smaller iPad Pro making rounds, but the iPhone 7 being a regular feature as well. So if you’ve missed out on the past couple of weeks, here’s everything that’s been taking place.

Apple Set To Take The Stage In Cupertino Ahead Of Court Battle; Smaller Screen iPhone Expected To Debut

When it comes to Apple, the company manages to outdo its competitors on quite a few fronts. In addition to well designed and marketed devices, the company has also managed to stay in the news for quite a while, owing to its long and somewhat complicated battle with the FBI and the Department of Justice.
The tussle between the government and Cupertino, who has seen other Silicon Valley tech companies rally behind it, caught the attention of the masses when Apple refused to adhere to the Justice Department’s court order of helping the FBI unlock an iPhone 5c, belonging to one of the shooters in the San Bernardino massacre.
The primary point of content, which started once we saw iOS 8 roll out, is Apple’s refusal, or simply its inability to access data on iDevices, via significantly improved passcode encryption. The government and the tech firm have been at odds over encryption for quite a while as well.
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Roots of this debate started with the launch of FaceTime and iMessage, which the company debuted back in the Steve Jobs era. With both of these, the FBI lost control to vast swathes of user communications, a point which has finally exploded in the form of hearings over Apple’s refusal to create an iPhone backdoor which bypasses the passcode.
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So as we head towards the potential launch of the iPhone SE and the 9.7 inch iPad Pro, eyes are all set on Apple from a multitude of directions. The 4 inch device is expected to retain interest in the company’s smartphone lineup until September, when we should expect to see the iPhone 7 and potentially an iPhone Pro as well.
Its expected to come with the Apple A9, a 12MP rear camera and Touch ID on board; features which contrast sharply when compared to its predecessor, the iPhone 5c. Quite ironically, the iPhone involved in Apple’s tussle with the FBI is an iPhone 5c as well, so go figure. The iPad on the other hand is expected to be smaller variant of the 12 inch iPad Pro launched in 2015 to cater towards the enterprise segment.
There’s been little information on the device which separates it from the larger iPad so far, so we’re eager to see what Apple’s got in store should the iPad Pro make an appearance today as well. We’re expecting more improvements on the software side of things when it comes to the tablet, as Apple’s already got heavy firepower under the hood in the form of the A9X.
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So things should get quite busy for Cupertino this week, given today’s launch and tomorrow’s court hearing. If you’re lucky, then we might also see a potential MacBook upgrade this year too, so a well rounded event might be in store for us. Stay tuned for the latest and let us know what you think in the comments section below.

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[Zavtekirou]

Boa tarde,

Vamos lá a ver qual a megalómana inovação que vão apresentar. Deve ser mais do mesmo. Repetir o que os outros já fizeram e chamar-lhe inovação do século.

Cumprimentos.

[Zavtekirou]

Boa tarde,

Alguém viu o evento? Estão cada vez mais previsíveis, menos entusiasmantes... enfim. A curva descendente tinha de começar algum dia. E já começou há algum tempo.

Cumprimentos.

[Jorge-Vieira]

iPhone SE Finally Announced: Get All The Details Right Here

Apple still has its production opened for a smaller inched iPhone, and the company’s iPhone SE has finally been brought into the spotlight. Let us see what kind of hardware is present in small, but powerful smartphone.

iPhone SE Shows That Smartphones Do Not Have To Be Large In Order To Be Powerful

With 30 million 4 inch iPhones already sold to date, is it any wonder that Apple is continuing its lineup with iPhone SE. Even with a 4 inch screen size, iPhone SE is every bit as powerful as its larger screen counterparts, iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, thanks to its A9 SoC. Additionally, another perk of owning the smartphone is its rear camera sensor, which features a 12MP shooter that is able to capture 4K effortlessly.






Aside from recording 4K content, you will be able to record slo-mo videos, allowing you to place your own edits after you have done recording. Another feature that the company has incorporated is allowing you to take a selfie with better image quality and reduced noise. How? When taking a selfie, the iPhone’s screen’s becomes three times brighter than its original state, allowing you to snap an accurate image, and not worry about quality loss. In our opinion, this is actually more effective than placing an LED flash, because on numerous occasions, the processed image will end up becoming brighter than what you were originally hoping for.

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Coming to the connectivity side of things, iPhone SE features an 802.11ac wireless adapter, making it three times faster than its predecessor, iPhone 5s. In addition, Apple has also placed a nifty feature called Wi-Fi calling, and for additional flexibility, there is also an NFC chip that will come in handy when using Apple Pay for contactless payments. Touch ID is present in the home button, and there is also a Bluetooth 4.2 module present.




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Coming to one of the most important segments of iPhone SE, its price tag. iPhone SE comes with a $399 price for the 16GB model and $499 for the 64GB version, making it the most affordable, not to mention the most powerful 4 inch smartphone the tech giant has ever released. Additionally, you can choose to opt for a 24 monthly installment plan, which will allow you to pay $17 a month, which is a great solution for those who are unable to remove $399 immediately from their balance.




As for availability, orders for iPhone SE will start from March 24, and it will be available to purchase from March 31. What did you guys think of the latest 4 inch smartphone from Apple? Pretty powerful right? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple Watch Now Starts At $299, New Bands Launched

Apple has just revealed a new set of Apple Watch bands at its March 21st keynote as well as a price reduction for the Apple Watch. Here’s what Apple announced.

Apple Watch Gets A Big Price Drop, New Watch Bands For Extending Style And Fashion

Apple Watch has always been about style and fashion with a tinge of technology to cap things off. But, speaking of fashion, Apple is taking things up a notch with the announcement of new Apple Watch bands which includes bright new colors for the Sport and Leather lineup. But that’s not all, Apple has announced a new Woven Nylon Band as well, which takes things to the next level in terms of style, and of course, toughness. Last but not the least, Apple is appeasing Milanese Loop lovers with a new black variant which looks damn slick if you’re asking us.



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If you’ve been holding yourself back from buying an Apple Watch just because it’s a tad bit expensive, then you’ll be pleased to learn that the Apple Watch now starts at $299 for the 38mm model. Of course, you have to chip in more cash if you’re opting for a higher-end model. The 42mm model now starts at $349.
While we do agree that the new price point at $299 is favorable for a lot of people, but still, it’s a lot of money for those who see the device as a mere extension for an iPhone. We’re quite certain at this point that Apple will take steps further down the road to ensure that the price of its wearable is as competitive as possible when compared to the likes of that is being offered on the Android Wear side of the fence, and even Samsung’s Gear S2.
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Coming back to the event itself, the company took the liberty to announce the iPhone SE, a new 9.7-inch iPad Pro as well as initiatives to help save the environment. Interestingly, Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, also took it upon himself to address the ongoing encryption war with the government. More details on that can be found here.
We really can’t wait to see what Apple has further planned down the road. After all, the Apple Watch does seem like a mighty device, and it will be hard to digest if the Cupertino giant decides to backpedal in terms of features with something that’s a mere evolutionary product rather than a revolutionary one.
Guess we’ll have to wait for everything. But we’ll take it.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple 9.7 Inch iPad Pro Specifications, Features, Price And Pre-Order Dates

Apple’s event today in Cupertino featured quite a few things indeed. We saw talk ranging from the company’s tussle with the government, and an all new energy initiative in China, which is expected to generate quite a bit of electricity, over there; much to the indifference of local yaks.
While that was a surprise, we also saw some Tim Cook speak a bit on the company’s legal battle with the Justice Department and the FBI; with the company’s stance remaining essentially the same. On the iPad front, we saw the 9.7 inch iPad Pro being launched by the company, with Apple claiming that this screen size has been the company’s most popular to date.

Apple Launches The 9.7 Inch iPad Pro; Device To Come With A9X, 12MP Rear Camera And $599 Starting Price

We’ve seen Apple take a rather different, or serious approach over its tablets recently, something which became even more apparent with the launch of the iPad Pro and the subsequent loss of interest in the iPad Mini lineup. We saw the hardware front receive a significant boost with the A8X, Apple Pay made it on board, which coupled with Touch ID and a slim form factor made the iPad Air 2 a good device.
Next in line was the iPad Pro, which saw a much heavier enterprise focus, and included far more greater accessory support and connectivity, to try to imitate a a notebook as efficiently as possible. A strong focus on dedicated support from apps and the introduction of the Apple Pencil made the device a strong competitor for similar offerings as well. With the smaller variant, Apple follows a similar approach, although the company does claim to offer significant display upgrades over the iPad Air 2.
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Now, we get to see the iPad Pro with similar hardware specifications as the larger variant. The device is powered by the A9X on board, Apple’s 14nm chipset and should also come with a custom GPU that powers its larger cousin. The A9X has manage to perform quite impressively in benchmarks, so in terms of processing power, the iPad should be a strong offering indeed.
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Rear camera, resolutions, special apple features, industry claims comparisons and comments. We get to see a similar 12MP rear and 1.2 MP front camera. The rear camera comes with True Tone, Focus Pixels, a new image signal processor and support for live photos. As far as accessories go, we see similar ones for the smaller tablet. There are all new USB Camera adapters and SD card readers for grabs though, so there’s been some upgrade in this department.

On the display side of things, we see Apple claim that the 9.7 inch iPad comes with Oxide TFT displays and offers 40% reduced reflection when compared to the iPad Air 2. Resolution for the smaller screens stands at 2048 x 1536 pixels, with Retina Display on board. In fact, display specifications were a major focus in Apple’s launch of the product today, as we saw several comparisons, including claims that the screen is also 25% brighter than the iPad Air 2. The screen also comes with much improved color saturation and a True Tone display which adjusts color tones w.r.t ambient light.
It comes in four metal finishes, with Rose Gold being the latest addition to the roster and stats at $599 for the 32GB variant. You’ll also be able to choose between 128 and 256GB for $749 and $899, which coupled with accessory costs should be quite a lot indeed. Orders open on March 24th, three days from now, with the device set to become available from March 31st.
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Thoughts on the iPad Pro? Let us know what you think in the comments section below and stay tuned for the latest.

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Apple Showcases ‘Liam’ And Its Initiatives To Save The Environment

Apple is on the verge of announcing new products, including the iPhone SE, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro along with new Apple Watch bands. As the event heats up, Apple talks about how it is working to save the environment and what aspects are part of its plans for the future. As can be seen, the company is focusing its technology towards the betterment of the planet.

Apple Working With Technology For The Betterment Of The Environment

The first aspect that Apple emphasized is the utilization of energy resources. The company is keen to find new ways of energy consumption as well as production. To implement these changes, Apple is looking forward to shift to renewable resources. While the company is to some extent using these natural resources to produce energy, greater attempts are on their way for an even bigger shift.
Firstly, Apple is looking forward to use natural renewable resources such as the wind, solar and other resources. The Apple Renew program will allow the company to be more environmental friendly. All of the actions to be implemented will take care of the carbon footprints that we’re all very well aware of.
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Moreover, the company today, showed an amazing little robot called ‘Liam’ that recycles used iPhone. At a certain time when the iPhone’s standards fall short on usage, Liam scans the device and separates each component separately. The components are stored, which can then be used in the manufacturing of new parts. Liam is a smart device as it detects the type of material embedded in the iPhone and then separates and stores it in a neat manner. Lisa Jackson states, “There’s no other machine in the world that does what Liam can do,”
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According to Apple, 93 percent of its facilities located worldwide run on renewable energy. Furthermore, the company is at a 100 percent mark in 23 countries that includes China and the U.S. The company also outlined its efforts in Singapore as it placed solar arrays on rooftops and the solar farm in China.
On Apple’s 40th birthday on April 1, Liam could possibly bolster the company’s reputation in terms of environment and recycling. The company is definitely working for the environment. Apple has introduced the new iPhone SE and many more products today. Do stay tuned for more coverage on the the company’s media event. As for now, what are your views on the company’s attempts to save the environment? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

iPad Air 2 Gets A Price Reduction After 9.7 iPad Pro Announcement

With Apple’s 9.7 inch iPad Pro finally announced, the company’s iPad Air 2 gets a price reduction, and you will get to see all the details here.

iPad Air 2 Costs Just $399 For The Base Model – Not Bad For A Powerful Slate

Now carrying a price tag of $399 for the base model, Apple has presented a nice little price slash for the 9.7 inch slate and that is definitely a great deal for consumers looking to snare themselves a pretty powerful tablet. It definitely cannot overpower the 12.9 and 9.7 inch iPad Pro in terms of sheer processing power, but in terms of providing you with a near perfect and fluid experience, and that too for $399, this is a deal that you should definitely look into.
Incorporated with Apple’s powerful A8X SoC, the processor running inside is a triple-core 1.5GHz Typhoon CPU with a PowerVR GXA6850 graphics processor. There is also 2GB of RAM present inside the slate and the storage models that are currently available from Apple are divided into the 16, 64 and 128GB capacity models. This means that the 16GB model will carry a price of $399. If you are able to work your way through with smaller amounts of internal storage, then this is the tablet for you.

iPad Air 2 also features a 8MP rear camera sensor with an aperture of F/2.4. With the rear camera sensor, you will effortlessly be able to shoot 1080p videos at 30FPS, and record slow-mo videos at a resolution of 720p (frame rate will be 120FPS). For wireless connectivity, iPad Air 2 comes with a 802.11ac Wi-Fi adapter, and a Bluetooth 4.0 module.
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If you feel that you definitely need the extra amount of storage, then the 64GB internal storage will set you back by $499. The cellular models are still available and their pricing details have been stated below:

• 16GB Wi-Fi + cellular model: $529.00
• 64GB Wi-Fi + cellular model: $629.00

Now, if you want even more powerful models, then we recommend that you save up a little more and purchase an iPad Pro, whose pricing details have been given below:
9.7 inch iPad Pro

• The 32GB model: $599
• The 128GB model: $749
• The 256GB model: $899

12.9 inch iPad Pro

• The 32GB model: $799
• The 128GB model: $949
• The 256GB model: $1099

Which model will you end up purchasing? Let us know in the comments below.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

“We will not shrink from this responsibility” – Apple Event Starts with a Few Words on Encryption

Tim Cook started today’s Apple event with a few words for the FBI. “We need to decide, as a nation, how much power the government should have over our data and over our privacy,” he said. Bringing a human side to the argument, Cook talked about Apple’s responsibility as a company who has over a billion active products used by people around the world. “We built the iPhone for you, our customers,” Cook added. However, Cook didn’t talk about encryption and the FBI’s requests as much as he was expected to.

Tim Cook on encryption and Apple’s responsibility:

The US government and Apple will face off in the court tomorrow in a case that could have unprecedented implications on digital security and privacy. Before that happens, Apple has the entire world hooked to it as the company took the stage to talk about new devices, and of course, encryption.

We did not expect to be in this position, at odds with our own government, but we believe strongly that we have a responsibility to help you protect your data and your privacy.
We owe it to our customers and we owe it to our country. This is an issue that impacts all of us, and we will not shrink from this responsibility.

Quickly moving beyond the encryption argument, Apple started talking about saving the environment, better health, medical research, and other human-focused facets of the company. Today’s event seems to be strategically planned out right before Apple is facing the FBI tomorrow at a court hearing.
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For the uninitiated, Apple’s fight with the government began in February when a judge ordered the company to create a custom version of iOS to allow access to encrypted iPhones. Apple has openly objected to this proposal, saying that it will be a dangerous precedent to create a backdoor that could be used by not only the government but the criminal hackers too. The request is not only being termed as unconstitutional, but privacy activists also say that the government is overstepping its legal bounds by using an 18th century All Writs Act to force Apple to hack into its own devices, making them prone to privacy attacks.

“We will not shrink from this responsibility.” – Apple.

The government claims that Apple is not above the law and that the request for technical assistance only concerns a single case of breaking into an iPhone 5C, which was used by a terrorist in San Bernardino shootings. Apple and the privacy groups, however, retort that the issue is not about one iPhone as it will set a precedent that would open the door to tech companies being forced to hand over customer data everywhere in the world.
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Tomorrow’s hearing is expected to last some three hours, as each side will present arguments. Don’t expect a ruling coming tomorrow though, as the case is expected to go all the way to the Supreme Court.
Apple’s event continues as the company has just launched a new iPhone. Stay tuned to WCCFtech for more updates.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple iPhone SE Camera Samples – Gallery

Here are camera samples from iPhone SE’s rear 12-megapixel iSight shooter. The complete gallery can be found at the foot of this post.

Don’t Let Its Size Fool You, The iPhone SE Packs An Incredible 12-megapixel Camera Sensor

The iPhone SE is a big surprise in a very small package. For starters, the new smartphone packs an insane amount of punch in terms of raw power, with the powerful A9 chip ticking things over, making it the powerful 4-inch smartphone in the world. And on the camera front, the iPhone SE is no exception either, packing in a 12-megapixel camera, same as that on the iPhone 6s, with the ability to shoot 4K videos and snapping Live Photos on the go.
But how good is that 12-megapixel camera? While the iPhone SE won’t be in our hands for a good few days, but Apple has blessed us all with official image samples that can be found on their website. And for your convenience we’ve added them here so you can take a look for yourself what you can expect from Cupertino’s new 4-inch iPhone.
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While the images won’t be able to compete and compare with a high-end DSLR or a dedicated point and shoot camera, but it’s safe to say that the iPhone SE packs a fairly capable 12-megapixel module to up your photography game. In fact, we’ll go on a limb to say that the iPhone SE has the best camera we’ve seen on a smartphone of this size. We could be proven wrong in the coming days since the tech space is always in a race to steal the limelight at any given chance.
READ iPhone SE Retail Box Exposure Provides Alleged Subtle Design Details

Apart from the amazing iSight camera, the forward facing (selfie) camera has gotten a spec bump as well. And apart from being able to shoot better photos, the iPhone SE has graced another feature from the iPhone 6s – the ability to use the display as a flash for the forward facing camera. So yes, you can rest assured that your selfie game will be up to speed as well.
If you were looking for a better camera in a smartphone with a small form factor, then the iPhone SE is your best bet at the moment. With a price tag of just $399, it’s a beast of a smartphone which packs some serious muscle under the hood. Do let us know in the comments section what you think of Cupertino’s new minuscule iPhone.

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Apple Launched CareKit To Help Patients Better Monitor Their Illness

Apple has announced a new open source software, CareKit which will allow people to monitor and manage their illness in a much better and efficient way. Using the CareKit, people can develop their own health apps that suits their preferences and what they think should be part of the app. CareKit is pretty much simlilar to that of the company’s ResearchKit that allowed scientists to conduct various studies through their personally designed apps.


CareKit Will Allow People To Develop Their Own Apps

Apple’s COO Jeff Williams introduced the CareKit software during the company’s ‘Let us loop you in’ media event. The event also introduced new products like the iPhone SE, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro and new watch bands for the Apple Watch. The CareKit is a viable platform for medical researchers. Moreover, the the software does feel pretty similar to that of HealthKit for health related stuff.

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Jeff Williams emphasized that the person using the CareKit will be in total control of the data management. An individual will be able to manage who gets to see the data and where it goes. However, any details regarding the security features of the software were not mentioned. For instance, what aspects have been considered to safeguard the health information of an individual. However, we will let you guys know in the near future as Apple says a word on it.
The Cupertino giant has already paired with a number of medical centers and developers who will provide various kinds of apps using the CareKit. The medical centers would soon begin to incorporate CareKit functionality into their systems and treatments. One of the apps created using the CareKit was showcased on the event that helps patients with Parkinson’s disease to track the effectiveness of the drugs and the exercise management they’re on. Currently the University of Rochester and Sage Bionetworks are already using it to monitor the advancement of the Parkinson’s disease. The CareKit allows Apple to sink deeper in the health industry.
READ Apple Cuts 5K Retina iMac Price And Launches Upgraded Force Touch MacBooks

There are endless possibilities how developers can make use of the CareKit platform into developing various kinds of apps for treatments and other purposes. The CareKit platform for health apps is due to arrive in April as per the announcement.
This is it for now, folks. Apple has released the smaller, much anticipated iPhone SE and the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, so be sure to check that out as well. As for now, what are your thoughts regarding the CareKit? Share your views in the comments.

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple "Let Us Loop You In" 2016 Event Liveblog

02:03PM EDT - Time for hands on
02:03PM EDT - Wrapping things up, thanking everyone
02:02PM EDT - So I probably don't feel the significance of this, but I look forward to the new campus
02:02PM EDT - This is my first time here
02:02PM EDT - This is probably the last event that will ever happen in Town Hall


01:58PM EDT - I'm honestly not sure how I'm going to have to test the display of this
01:57PM EDT - Each display is calibrated individually instead of at the batch level based upon their product video
01:56PM EDT - Preorder 3/24, on sale 3/31


01:55PM EDT - Starts at 599 for 32GB, 128GB 749
01:55PM EDT - Comes in 4 colors, including Rose Gold

01:54PM EDT - Retina flash as well
01:54PM EDT - 5MP FFC
01:54PM EDT - There's a camera hump which is interesting
01:54PM EDT - Same camera as iPhone 6s? Hard to say

01:53PM EDT - Can also use the USB camera adapter for ethernet and microphones, etc.

01:53PM EDT - USB camera adapter and SD card reader for photographers
01:52PM EDT - Apple Pencil support as well
01:52PM EDT - The smart keyboard is specifically designed for the 9.7" size
01:52PM EDT - Oh, there we go
01:51PM EDT - I think they just showed the keyboard cover without talking about it

01:50PM EDT - Uses A9X shared with iPad Pro 13"
01:50PM EDT - 2x the volume of iPad Air 2
01:50PM EDT - 4 speaker audio system shared with 13" iPad Pro
01:50PM EDT - This sounds like Samsung's Adapt Display mode, but I'm not sure what exactly Samsung is doing with their mode
01:49PM EDT - True tone display with 2 4 channel ambient light sensors to adapt color balance

01:48PM EDT - Hopefully it has color management so sRGB is still managed properly
01:48PM EDT - DCI-P3 gamut support
01:48PM EDT - 25% higher luminance to get to 500 nits
01:47PM EDT - New AR coating, 40% lower reflectivity than iPad Air 2
01:47PM EDT - Pro display with photoalignment, custom TCON shared with iPad Pro, and IGZO TFT
01:47PM EDT - Over 1M iPad apps designed for iPad
01:46PM EDT - 2 targets, Windows users and people that just want a 9.7" iPad

01:45PM EDT - Weighs less than a pound
01:45PM EDT - iPad Pro 9.7" display version
01:44PM EDT - For pretty much all of my studying/notes I only use the iPad Pro at this point
01:44PM EDT - Apple Pencil is actually amazing for education/creative work
01:43PM EDT - Phil Schiller talks about their new iPad Pro
01:43PM EDT - iPad is next
01:42PM EDT - Hopefully they don't actually gimp the Apple Pencil, iOS 9.3 available today





01:40PM EDT - Health also has app suggestions
01:40PM EDT - Notes will also be TouchID/password protected
01:39PM EDT - iOS 9.3 brings Night Shift to decrease blue light output to make it easier to fall asleep at night
01:38PM EDT - iOS 9 runs on 80% of active iOS devices
01:38PM EDT - Not the end, now for iOS
01:38PM EDT - More than 110 countries by the end of May for retail availability
01:37PM EDT - Available for sale 3/21
01:37PM EDT - Orders start 3/24
01:37PM EDT - 17/USD month for 24 months, free on 2 year contract

01:37PM EDT - 399 USD starting for the iPhone SE 16GB


01:36PM EDT - NFC Apple Pay supported
01:35PM EDT - Single stream 802.11ac WiFi


01:35PM EDT - FFC also has retina flash with the same LED driver technology
01:34PM EDT - No mention of OIS
01:34PM EDT - Same camera as the iPhone 6s

01:33PM EDT - Same frequency as the A9 in the iPhone 6s

01:32PM EDT - Uses Apple A9 SoC with M9 coprocessor
01:32PM EDT - "Most powerful 4-icnh phone ever"

01:31PM EDT - Called iPhone SE

01:31PM EDT - Some people (Ryan Smith) want a smaller phone, others tend to use a 4-inch iPhone as their first iPhone

01:30PM EDT - New version of the iPhone announced today
01:30PM EDT - iPhone is up next
01:30PM EDT - Update will be available today, on to the next thing

01:29PM EDT - New features for tVOS like folders
01:27PM EDT - Over 5000 Apple TV apps
01:27PM EDT - On to Apple TV

01:26PM EDT - Also price drop to 299 base

01:26PM EDT - New colors for existing band types
01:26PM EDT - A new nylon band because roughly a third of users regularly swap bands


01:25PM EDT - Apple Watch is top selling smartwatch and top for customer satisfaction
01:24PM EDT - Moving on to product
01:23PM EDT - Example app for post-surgery recovery, CareKit available in April and will be open source


01:21PM EDT - An SDK that makes it easier to make apps for individualized healthcare
01:21PM EDT - CareKit is the result
01:20PM EDT - It turns out that the same tools used for medical research can also be used for medical care
01:18PM EDT - The goal is to use mobile devices for things like health diagnoses, more useful data for research, and tracking health
01:15PM EDT - Mass General Hospital was able to discover that there are subtypes of Type 2 Diabetes

01:15PM EDT - With ResearchKit it was possible to do the largest Parkinson's study in history

01:13PM EDT - Next initiative is health, discussing ResearchKit

01:13PM EDT - Apple Renew allows for easy device recycling, which is nice I guess?

01:11PM EDT - R&D project known as Liam which automates disassembly of old iPhones to improve recycling
01:10PM EDT - Reuse and recycle initiatives as well to try and reduce waste
01:09PM EDT - Also 99% of their packaging comes from recycled paper or sustainably managed forests

01:07PM EDT - In Sichuan province Apple had to build their own solar farm to power 34 retail stores and 19 offices in the country
01:07PM EDT - The 93% figure is global, 100% is in China/US and many other countries.
01:06PM EDT - This covers datacenters, offices, and retail stores. Currently at 93%.
01:06PM EDT - Environment is first on the agenda, Apple is attempting to become powered solely by renewable energy.
01:05PM EDT - Moving past security discussion, two initiatives to discuss first.
01:03PM EDT - "Before we get started today..." discussing security and the San Bernardino case.

01:02PM EDT - 1B active Apple devices around the world now
01:02PM EDT - It turns out that Apple turns 40 on April 1st, 2016.

01:01PM EDT - Overview of the company history

12:56PM EDT - Ryan is also seemingly excited for the prospect of a proper 4 inch iPhone.
12:51PM EDT - While we're waiting to find out what Apple wants to talk about today, I should mention that this room is smaller than most lecture halls at UCLA.
12:49PM EDT - We're currently settled into Apple's Town Hall venue. The WiFi appears to be relatively strong so hopefully things go smoothly this time around

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[Jorge-Vieira]

Apple’s ‘Let us loop you in’ Event: iPhone SE, Smaller iPad Pro And More In A Nutshell

In today’s ‘Let us loop you in’ media event, Apple released various new products that have been running around in the rumor mill for a long time. From a smaller iPhone SE to the larger 9.7-inch iPad Pro, the company has put an end to the previous reports and rumors. If you missed Apple’s live streaming of the event and you want to find out about every single release of the event, you can have it right here. We have divided the event into different categories so stick your eyes to details.

Apple Released The iPhone SE, 9.7-Inch iPad Pro, Apple Watch Bands And Much More

Apple’s event began as it always does, plain and simple. However, this time, the company began by talking about encryption and showing its concerns for the environment. The company showcased how it helps to preserve the natural surroundings and how it will be further contributing to saving the planet. While various aspects were discussed at the event, ranging from utilizing resources to recycling, the company also introduced the world to its little robotic friend, Liam. Liam is a robot designed to tear the iPhone apart in a very neat manner so as to separate and preserve the remains of the unusable iPhone. Basically, introducing this was part of the company’s recycling program.

The iPhone SE

iPhone SE has been the major highlight of the event. Now, we can finally conclude that the previous rumors in terms of specs were somewhat true. However, minor changes in dimension of the device can be seen, but overall it looks the same as the iPhone 5s. The smaller 4-inch iPhone carries the specs of the iPhone 6s packed in an iPhone 5s form factor. The device has been equipped with the company’s latest A9 and M9 chips that serves the user exactly as it does on the iPhone 6s. The rear camera has been upgraded to 12 megapixel and a much better front facing camera has been added on board. Overall, the iPhone SE could be regarded as a hybrid of the iPhone 5s and the iPhone 6s. The pricing starts from $300 for the 16GB model and $499 for the 64GB model. Find out more details about the iPhone SE here.
READ Apple Confirms: Upcoming iOS Update Will Fix iPhone, iPad Date Bricking Bug


9.7-inch iPad Pro

The 12.9-inch iPad Pro is a little too big to carry around in day to day use. Hence, Apple has released a slightly smaller version of the iPhone iPad Pro with a screen real-estate of 9.7-inches. The new iPad is equipped with Apple’s A9X, which is the same chipset powering the bigger iPad Pro. In the camera department, the iPad is said to feature a 12 megapixel rear shooter with a 1.2 megapixel front-facing camera. The pricing of the 9.7-inch iPad Pro starts at $599 for the 32GB variant, $749 for the 128GB variant and $899 for the 256GB variant. Irrespective of the price, it’s good to see Apple is bolstering storage space in the new iPad Pro. Find out complete details of the 9.7-inch iPad Pro right here.
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New Apple Watch Bands

As much as some users were expecting a completely revamped Apple Watch 2, Apple decided to stick with the first generation. However, Apple did unveil new watch bands for the Apple Watch, which are definitely a welcome change. While introducing new color options, Apple also released a new type of watch band – the new Woven Nylon Band. Moreover, a new black color option has also been released for the Milanese loop. The major news regarding the Apple Watch is that it gets a big price drop. You can now purchase an Apple Watch starting from $299. Click here for more details.

Software

In terms of software, Apple has announced the CareKit which will allow users to monitor and manage their illness in a much better and efficient way. The CareKit platform will allow developers to develop apps in the most profound way considering health care. CareKit will be released in April as per Apple’s announcement.
READ "iPhone Forever" Promotion Offers You to Upgrade to an iPhone for $22/Month

Other software releases include iOS 9.3, boasting a a bevy of new features. Click here to find all the details and features of iOS 9.3. Apart from the mobile OS, Apple has also updated the software of its wearable. You can now update your Apple Watch to watchOS 2.2 from the Apple Watch app on your iPhone. Here’s what is new in the watchOS 2.2 final build for your Apple Watch. Moreover, OS X 10.11.4 is also available for download. The update comes in with support for Live Photos, password protected Notes and much more. Find out what else is part of OS X 10.11.4 final build right here.
This is it for the major highlights of the event. If you want to read in a little more detail, be sure to stay tuned to our website. Possibly everything that was discussed in the rumors was released in today’s media event. What was the most important announcement of the event, according to you guys? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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