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AppleMagazine
BYD'S FIVE-MINUTE EV CHARGING BREAKTHROUGH: A GAME-CHANGER UNFOLDS
China’s BYD has ignited a spark in the electric vehicle (EV) landscape, unveiling a revolutionary battery and charging system on March 17, 2025, that promises to juice up cars in just five minutes—rivaling the time it takes to fill a gas tank.
3 min |
March 21, 2025
AppleMagazine
GOOGLE CHARGED WITH BREACHING EU RULES, APPLE ORDERED TO OPEN UP: A NEW CHAPTER IN TECH REGULATION
On March 19, 2025, the European Union fired a double-barreled salvo at two of America’s tech titans, charging Alphabet’s Google with violating its landmark Digital Markets Act (DMA) and ordering Apple to loosen its grip on iPhone and iPad ecosystems.
3 min |
March 21, 2025
AppleMagazine
APPLE WATCH HEALTH FEATURES AND HABIT TRACKING: YOUR WRIST'S BEST ALLIES
The Apple Watch has evolved from a sleek accessory into a powerhouse for health and habit management, blending cutting-edge sensors with intuitive apps to keep users in tune with their well-being.
4 min |
March 21, 2025
AppleMagazine
GOOGLE'S $32 BILLION WIZ ACQUISITION: A CLOUD SECURITY POWER PLAY
Google has set its sights on a seismic shift in the cloud computing arena, announcing on March 18, 2025, a definitive agreement to acquire New York-based cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billion in cash.
3 min |
March 21, 2025
AppleMagazine
TESLA'S NEW FACTORIES: POWERING CARS AND MEGAPACKS INTO 2025
Tesla is accelerating its manufacturing ambitions with a bold expansion of factories for electric vehicles (EVs) and Megapack energy storage systems, including a freshly announced Megafactory near Houston, Texas.
3 min |
March 21, 2025
AppleMagazine
C1 MODEM SHINES IN SURPRISING BENCHMARK DEBUT
Apple's long-rumored leap into custom silicon took a bold step forward with the unveiling of its first in-house cellular modem, the C1, powering the iPhone 16e, released on February 19, 2025.
3 min |
March 21, 2025
AppleMagazine
WAYMO'S CHINESE-MADE EVS CLEARED FOR US DELIVERY: A ROBOTAXI REVOLUTION BEGINS
Waymo's latest move is a game-changer: Chinese-made Zeekr electric vehicles (EVs) are set to hit US streets by late 2025, dodging tariffs and bringing autonomous rides closer to reality.
4 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
FSR 4 SET TO ELEVATE PS5 PRO GRAPHICS IN 2026: A CLEARER PICTURE AHEAD
PlayStation's lead architect Mark Cerny dropped a tantalizing hint about the PS5 Pro's future, revealing that AMD's new FSR 4 upscaling technology will shape the \"next evolution\" of the console's PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR).
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AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
SPORTS STREAMING SCORES BIG: APPLE TV+ AND MORE BRING THE GAME HOME
Sports are roaring back to television screens, and streaming services are leading the charge, blending live action with on-demand convenience. Platforms like Apple TV+, Paramount+, ESPN+, Hulu, and Peacock have tapped into the fervor, delivering key moments from ice rinks to gridirons.
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AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
BEYOND 'SEVERANCE': THE 5 MOST POPULAR APPLE TV+ SHOWS FOR THE FAMILY'S WEEKEND
Apple TV+ has built a reputation for standout originals, blending sharp storytelling with a polish that rivals big-screen fare.
5 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
SWITCH ONLINE ADDS MARIO GAME BOY TITLES: RETRO FUN, MODERN VALUE
Nintendo's tossing a nostalgia bomb: Switch Online added classic Mario Game Boy titles this week. The Verge confirms Super Mario Land and Dr. Mario are live, free for subscribers, bringing 8-bit joy to 38 million users. It's not just a throwback-it's a savvy move that keeps tech users gaming on the cheap.
2 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
IROBOT LAUNCHES EIGHT NEW ROOMBAS WITH LIDAR MAPPING
This week, iRobot unveiled its most ambitious lineup yet, introducing eight new Roomba models that bring lidar mapping to the brand for the first time.
4 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
APPLE ARCADE LAUNCHES SIX NEW GAMES IN APRIL
This week, Apple Arcade unveiled a lineup of six fresh games set to land in April, bringing a mix of nostalgia and innovation to its growing catalog.
5 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
GROK AND XAI'S AI INFRASTRUCTURE: ELON MUSK'S SUPERCHARGED BRAIN TRUST
Elon Musk's xAl is making waves this week with Grok, a super-smart AI powered by a massive computer setup that's hard to wrap your head around.
4 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
APPLE VISION PRO ROCKS WITH METALLICA: AN IMMERSIVE CONCERT EXPERIENCE UNLEASHED
Apple has rolled out a groundbreaking addition to its Vision Pro lineup, unveiling an immersive concert experience featuring Metallica that promises to redefine how fans experience live music.
5 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
MacBook Air
THE POWER OF THE M4 CHIP MEETS ULTRA-PORTABILITY
5 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
AI-POWERED FARMING TOOLS GAIN TRACTION: FEEDING THE FUTURE
California's Farm-ng is sowing a quiet revolution, using AI and robotics to transform farming. Announced this week, via CBS News, these tools tackle seeding and harvesting with precision, promising US tech users fresher food and lower prices. It's not futuristic hype-it's tech that's already working the fields.
3 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
APPLE MAPS EV ROUTING ADDS TESLA SUPERCHARGER SUPPORT FOR FORD DRIVERS
This week, Apple Maps introduced a significant enhancement for Ford electric vehicle (EV) drivers, integrating Tesla Supercharger support with North American Charging Standard (NACS) connectors into its EV Routing feature.
4 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
3D PRINTING SPEEDS WILDFIRE RECOVERY: HOMES FROM THE ASHES
Azure Printed Homes is turning tragedy into triumph, using 3D printing to rebuild LA homes lost to wildfires. This tech slashes recovery time from years to days, offering displaced tech users a fast, affordable lifeline. It's not a gimmick—it's a roof over your head, built smarter.
2 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
STARSHIP FLIGHT 8: A STEP FORWARD, A STUMBLE UPWARD, AND THE ROAD TO REUSABILITY
SpaceX's eighth Starship flight test, dubbed Flight 8, soared into the skies above South Texas, delivering a mix of triumph and turbulence that underscores the company's relentless push toward a reusable future.
6 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
IOS 19 RUMORED TO BE ONE OF APPLE'S BIGGEST IPHONE UPDATES EVER
This week, whispers about iOS 19 are stirring excitement among iPhone users, with Bloomberg reporting it could be one of the most transformative updates in Apple's history.
4 min |
AppleMagazine #698
AppleMagazine
UBER TEAMS UP WITH WAYMO TO START SELLING DRIVERLESS RIDES IN AUSTIN, TEXAS
Uber shifted gears in Austin, Texas, earlier this week, launching a landmark service that lets riders hail driverless cars through its app, thanks to a partnership with Waymo, the autonomous vehicle arm of Google’s parent company, Alphabet.
5 min |
March 07, 2025
AppleMagazine
Invites A HANDY NEW IPHONE APP FOR EVENT PLANNING
Apple is taking social gatherings to the next level with Invites, a dynamic app designed to help users create custom invitations, manage events, and engage in shared moments.
4 min |
March 07, 2025
AppleMagazine
SOCIAL MEDIA BLOCKS FOR MINORS IN THE U.S.: A NATIONAL DEBATE ON KIDS AND TECH
Across the United States, lawmakers and families alike are wrestling with a critical question: should minors be barred from social media to protect their well-being?
6 min |
March 07, 2025
AppleMagazine
SEVERANCE SEASON 2 ON APPLE TV+: MIND-BENDING DRAMA HITS NEW HEIGHTS
Apple TV+’s Severance has taken the streaming world by storm this week, solidifying its place as the platform’s most-watched series ever, surpassing even Ted Lasso’s three-season run, Apple proudly announced last month.
4 min |
March 07, 2025
AppleMagazine
PRIVATE LUNAR LANDER BLUE GHOST TOUCHES DOWN: A NEW MOON MILESTONE
Earlier this week, the moon welcomed a new visitor as Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lunar lander nailed a soft touchdown, marking a historic win for private space exploration.
4 min |
March 07, 2025
AppleMagazine
TESLA MODEL Y: ELECTRIC CHAMP RECHARGES ITS CROWN WITH NEW UPGRADE
Tesla’s Model Y has roared through the automotive landscape like an electric juggernaut, clinching the title of the world’s best-selling vehicle in 2023 and solidifying its dominance with a sleek upgrade that rolled out recently.
2 min |
March 07, 2025
AppleMagazine
IOS 18.4 BETA 2: HERE'S EVERYTHING NEW
Apple has rolled out the second developer beta of iOS 18.4 this Monday, March 3, offering a fresh batch of enhancements and refinements to its mobile operating system, now available for testing among registered developers.
5 min |
March 07, 2025
AppleMagazine
MICROSOFT SHUTTING DOWN SKYPE IN MAY: A 22-YEAR LEGACY ENDS
Microsoft dropped a seismic announcement confirming it will shutter Skype, the pioneering internet calling service, on May 5, 2025— ending a 22-year run that reshaped how the world connects. The company is steering users toward Microsoft Teams’ free consumer version, part of a broader strategy to streamline its communications offerings under a single banner.
4 min |
March 07, 2025
AppleMagazine
TSMC'S BIG U.S. BET: $100 BILLION FUELS CHIPMAKING SURGE
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s top chipmaker, unveiled a massive $100 billion investment to expand its U.S. operations this Monday, March 3, standing alongside President Donald Trump at the White House.
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