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FTC concludes manufacturer repair restrictions harm consumers
The law states warranties are not voided by outside repair unless the company can prove it cause the issue that currently needs repair. It’s the Magnussen-Moss Act. The burden is on the company to PROVE it.Beats said:Until Uncle Joe’s repair shop starts messing up everyone’s iPhones while voiding the warranties.
Then these “right to repair” idiots will blame Apple for Uncle Joe’s failures.
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2022 'iPhone 14' rumored to ditch screen notch, new iPhone SE will have 5G
Given Apple just added the notch to the MacBook Pro lineup it seems this is going to be their “signature” look. Why would they then turn right around and remove it. They don’t need to use it on the MacBook Pro’s.
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iPad mini 7 two-month review: Now I get it
Don’t want to deal with separate charging and corrections. Having the direct connection keyboard has been so nice and easy.charlesn said:
What's your issue with a Bluetooth keyboard? Logitech's new Keys-to-Go 2 for iPad is pretty awesome.80s_Apple_Guy said:I would upgrade from my Air but the one thing missing is a good non Bluetooth keyboard. I don’t need the magic but I do need something. -
iPhone 17 Slim model is barely thick enough for its own buttons
The rest of the world requires a physical SIM card tray in the phone. They have eSIM too.appleinsideruser said:
Rubbish! My last 3 UK phone deals have all been eSIM!AppleInsider said:While US iPhones have switched to eSIMs, the rest of the world requires the physical card.
(Yes, I change often to get a good deal)
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Qualcomm's iPhone 7 Plus modem beats Intel modem in areas with weak signal
disneylandman said:The same article at 9to5Mac is much more detailed, and explains that iPhones sold in China, Japan, and the United States have the Qualcomm modem. iPhones sold in other territories have the Intel modem. In those other territories, they recommend buying the Verizon/Sprint/SIM-free version, which has the Qualcomm modem.No, the Qualcomm’s MDM9645M modem, which powers the (A1660, A1661) Verizon, Sprint, and SIM-free models, features better cellular performance than the AT&T version (A1778, A1784) Intel version.
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Apple Watch loses steam as global smartwatch shipments dropped in 2024
IMO the issue with Apple Watch is no reason to upgrade almost ever. A my Series 5 SS broke this year so I bought a used Series 9 SS after the 10 came out for half the price of a year ago. I notice minimal to any differences between 5 and 9. Why should people update for minor new features. Apple’s refusal to do anything different also doesn’t help. Make a round one for people who want that. Do something but sit on hot laurels -
Purported 'iPhone 7 Plus' packaging shows Lightning to Headphone Jack Adapter in box, 256GB storage
I think this is going to bomb big time. Non techies don't care about processor specs etc they care about ease of use. With no new design ( doesn't bother me but will many ) and no major new features the talk for the vast majority of users will be around the major inconvenience of their headphones not working with this and/or having to remember, carry and possibly buy dongles to carry around. The main feature of this new iPhone, if what we know is true will be a removal if something the vast majority of people use. Not a good talking point.I wonder if Apple needs to get rid of it for next year's major redesign and has decided to take the heat and lower sales this year so it doesn't detract from next year's phone.
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Apple brings about the end of the physical Function key with MacBook Pro Touch Bar
So the top of the line 15" is $4299 and still only has 16GB of RAM.
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Apple announces thinner MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, Touch ID, USB-C ports starting at $179...
So instead of being able to touch type and keep looking at the screen or looking at the screen and touching what I want, I now have to keep looking down at the thin touch strip on the keyboard to work? That seems very inefficient
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Samsung suspends production of Galaxy Note 7, AT&T and T-Mobile stop offering replacements
The problem is Apple almost never acknowledges a problem until sued in court and forced to. Three 2011 MacBook pro is one example.
Other companies are not like that. I had an issue with a Garmin product that is well known and when I called customer service long after the year warranty was up they said they knew of the issue and replaced it for free with the newer more advanced model. No company can make perfect products but Apple's refusal to acknowledge issues thousands are having does then no credit.
