The Logitech Crayon for iPad is coming to an Apple Store near you. First introduced for the educational market in May, the stylus is launching for everyone else on Wednesday, Sept. 12.
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French site Mobile24 published a listing of iPhone accessories. On this page, it calls the upcoming 6.1-inch LCD iPhone, the iPhone XI. This comes just days after another site, 9to5Mac, said Apple's 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch OLED iPhone models will be called the iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max, respectively.
Apple Watch series 4 resolution pegged at 384×480 (sharper than original iPhone)
Just days ago, 9to5Mac published what it called the first official marketing image for the next Apple Watch. Today, the site says it has figured out the "probable screen resolution" for the 42mm version of the new device. Not surprisingly, it appears the resolution on this year's model is going to improve.
iPhone Xs Max could be the name for Apple’s new 6.5-inch OLED handset
Last week, 9to5Mac published what it claimed was the first official image of this year's two upcoming OLED iPhones. At the time, the site said the long-rumored 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch models would be called iPhone Xs. Today, Sept. 5, 9to5Mac says the larger of these two models will likely be named the iPhone Xs Max.
By 2025, Apple’s original video streaming business could equal Netflix
At last count, Apple has over 20 original video streaming projects in development. Despite this, the iPhone maker has yet to announce how it plans on distributing these shows or when they will begin rolling out to the public. Even without knowing this information, a team from Morgan Stanley suggests Apple's foray into video production could prove successful relatively quickly.
T-Mobile begins offering iPhone and iPad business leasing
T-Mobile has announced an iPhone and iPad leasing program that extends financing from Apple to businesses activating 25 or more lines. For a limited time, the Un-carrier is also covering the first $100 of each device leased through the program. The service is also being provided with no up-front cost and lower monthly payments than purchasing.
CleanMyMac X offers new malware removal tool, quicker scanning, and more
Ten years ago, MacPaw launched CleanMyMac. To celebrate this anniversary, the company has now introduced CleanMyMac X. Featuring an all-new design, the software update includes new features, a speed increase, and more.
IG Shopping is a dedicated merchant app from Instagram
Instagram is currently developing a dedicated shopping app. Aptly named IG Shopping, the app allows users to browse collections of goods from merchants that they already follow and buy directly within the app, according to The Verge.
Ahead of iOS 12 launch, iOS 11 adoption rate now tops 85 percent
Nearly a year after it was first released, the iOS 11 adoption rate now stands at 85 percent, according to updated statistics on Apple's App Store support page for developers. In May, the last time the chart was updated, the adoption rate for iOS 11 stood at 81 percent. The latest stats show that 10 percent of iOS devices now use iOS 10, while the rest are on older iOS versions.
Unsurprisingly, the 2019 iPhone lineup probably won’t use fingerprint on display technology
Fingerprint on display technology was once expected to launch on the iPhone X in 2017. Instead, Face ID was introduced to replace Touch ID on Apple's current flagship device. Apple's embrace of Face ID isn't expected to end anytime soon, according to one crucial analyst, despite the push by others to begin using the new fingerprint technology.
Apple releases macOS Mojave 10.14 beta 10 to developers
On Tuesday, Apple published the macOS Mojave 10.14. beta 10 to developers. The update arrives just eight days before the company's holding its "Gather round" event where new iOS devices are likely to be announced.
Apple Music hosting special Paris performance for Christine and the Queen’s
On Thursday, Sept. 13, Apple Music is hosting a special performance in Paris for Christine and the Queen's. Called "Apple Music Presents: Chris," the concert will be recorded and then streamed on the service beginning on Friday, Sept. 14. One week later, the band's new album, "Chris," will officially launch. (via iGeneration)