iPhone 7

No, you should not drill a hole in your iPhone 7

Christian Zibreg ∙ September 28, 2016

Unbelievably, some of the techies I spoke to believe that maybe, somehow, the 3.5mm headphone jack will make a comeback in the next year's iPhone. That ship has sailed, of course, but that's not stopping pranksters and jokers on YouTube from milking the headphone jack meme for all it's worth, like a video titled “Secret Hack To Get Headphone Jack on the iPhone 7” from YouTuber TechRax.

In it, TechRax suggests that users drill a hole in their brand spanking new iPhone 7 in order to access a supposedly hidden headphone jack inside the device.

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Apple boosting iPhone 7 component orders significantly ahead of the holiday quarter

Christian Zibreg ∙ September 28, 2016

Unfazed by analyst reports predicting lower iPhone 7 sales this year versus the iPhone 6s in 2015, Apple is now reportedly increasing part and component orders for the handset, touch panel makers told Taiwanese trade publication DigiTimes. Component orders for the holiday quarter are said to be 20-30 percent higher, according to Taiwan-based touch panel makers TPK Holding and General Interface Solution.

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Some great wallet cases for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

Cody Lee ∙ Updated May 17, 2018

The wallet case is a popular choice for iPhone owners, as it combines two things that you'd normally have to carry separately—your phone and wallet—into one easy-to-cary item. Thus, we thought it would be helpful if we put together a list of some great wallet cases for the new iPhone 7 and 7 Plus.

As usual, we based our selections on factors like personal experience, price, and customer feedback. We also paid attention to design—we wanted a mix of slot and folio cases—and availability. Because the iPhone 7 was just released, a lot of case-makers don't have wallet options available yet.

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Pegatron CEO and Piper Jaffray slam analysts who predicted poor iPhone 7 sales

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated October 16, 2018

The CEO of Pegatron, a Taiwanese contract manufacturer that assembles Apple handsets along with Foxconn, told Nikkei Asian Review he remained “cautiously optimistic” about iPhone 7 sales.

His comment targets a recent analyst report from KGI Securities' Ming-Chi Kuo predicting fewer iPhone 7 sales in 2016 than the iPhone 6s garnered in 2015. Analyst firm Piper Jaffray, too, downplayed Kuo's negative report in an interview with AppleInsider, saying it's seeing similarities to the monster iPhone 6 upgrade cycle.

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Top Apple analyst expects fewer iPhone 7 sales than iPhone 6s garnered in 2015

Christian Zibreg ∙ September 26, 2016

Despite Note 7 fires and carriers suggesting iPhone 7 sellouts, top Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities isn't entirely convinced that strong consumer demand will offset slowing shipments. In a note to clients obtained by AppleInsider, Kuo predicted 70-75 million iPhone 7 sales in 2016—lower than that of the iPhone 6s in 2015.

Kuo cautions that strong iPhone 7 sales are not “not entirely due to market demand” because carrier promotions inflated sales numbers and a larger amount of launch countries led to depleted inventories worldwide.

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Dark wallpapers to compliment your new iPhone 7

Jim Gresham ∙ Updated May 17, 2018

iPhone 7 is slowly making its way to customers. With around a two month wait time on deliveries, Apple fans are still anxiously awaiting there device. Representing new matte black and jet black color ways, having the right wallpaper is critical. To ensure a pure luxurious black experience, you will need an equally impressive wallpaper collection.

iDownloadBlog's Wallpaper of the Week section curates new images for your favorite devices. Each Sunday, you can download a handful of new wallpapers that were submitted by readers or sourced from the Internet. If you would like to send some tips or files my way, catch me on Twitter @jim_gresham. To get the latest, take a step beyond the fold.

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Some heavy duty cases for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

Cody Lee ∙ Updated August 2, 2018

Although Apple has taken some major steps this year to make the iPhone more durable, the device is still very susceptible to bumps and scratches. This is why we recommend putting a case on your smartphone if you want it to stay in like-new condition.

We've already recommended a number of different cases, but for those who work and use their phones in more harsh environments, a heavy-duty case is the only way to go. Here are a few we like so far that are available for the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus right now.

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Some great minimalist cases for iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

Cody Lee ∙ Updated May 17, 2018

If you recently purchased an iPhone 7 or 7 Plus, and are in the market for a minimalist case, this post is for you. We've rounded up some of our favorite minimalist cases for Apple's new handset based on price, personal experience and customer reviews.

So what qualifies as a "minimalist" case? Obviously the term is a bit subjective, but to us this means it has a subtle, unassuming design free of complex patterns and unsightly branding. They're typically thinner, made of a single material, and solid in color.

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How to adjust iPhone Home button “clicks”

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated January 20, 2023

The iPhone 7 came with a shiny new Home button to take advantage of built-in pressure sensors and an enhanced Taptic Engine to detect and simulate clicks. Because the button no longer uses any moving parts, you’re less likely to break it. A new “Meet the new Home button” section in the iOS installer allows you to “make your iPhone experience even more personal by choosing the click that’s right for you”.

Of course, you can select between three degrees of haptic feedback that simulate clicks at any time using the stock Settings app, here's how.

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Some great ultra-thin cases for iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

Cody Lee ∙ Updated May 17, 2018

Have a new iPhone 7 or 7 Plus? The first thing you're going to want to do—unless you don't care about scratches or abrasions—is find a case for it. And if you're like me, you don't want some big bulky case. You want something ultra-thin that won't get in the way.

So we've put together a list of several great ultra-thin cases for both the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. These obviously aren't the only available cases for Apple's new handsets, but we picked these specifically based on personal experience, user feedback, features and pricing.

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