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Introducing the next generation of AirPods: The world’s most popular wireless headphones just got better

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The new AirPods feature spatial audio and industry-leading sound, longer battery life, and an all-new design

The new AirPods feature spatial audio and industry-leading sound, longer battery life, and an all-new design.

CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today announced the third generation of AirPods featuring spatial audio, delivering advanced features and a magical experience in a new contoured design. By combining the power of the H1 chip with an Apple-designed acoustic system, the new AirPods use computational audio to deliver breakthrough sound with Adaptive EQ. Users can enjoy spatial audio featuring Dolby Atmos in Apple Music, movies, and tv shows, along with dynamic head tracking, across Apple devices. The new AirPods are resistant to sweat and water, and feature a force sensor for easy and intuitive control of music and phone calls. The extended battery life enables up to six hours of listening time1 and up to 30 hours of total listening time with the convenient charging case. AirPods (3rd generation) join the world’s most popular family of headphones and are available to order starting today, and in stores beginning Tuesday, October 26.

“AirPods forever changed wireless headphones with their groundbreaking design, incredible sound, and magical experience,” said Greg Joswiak, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “We are excited to introduce the next generation of AirPods, featuring unrivaled sound through Adaptive EQ and spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, along with seamless interaction between Apple devices — making the world’s best-selling headphones even better.”

All-New Design

The new design of AirPods is lightweight and contoured, sitting at just the right angle for comfort and to direct audio into the ear. For a more subtle appearance, the stem is shorter than the previous generation and features the same intuitive force sensor as AirPods Pro for media control. The new AirPods are resistant to both sweat and water, with an IPX4 rating for both the earbuds and the charging case.2

The new AirPods are resistant to both sweat and water, with an IPX4 rating for both the earbuds and the case.

Breakthrough Audio Features

AirPods (3rd generation) build on the great sound quality that AirPods are known for, starting with a custom driver and a high dynamic range amplifier that together produce powerful bass with crisp, clean high frequencies. The microphone is covered by an acoustic mesh to help reduce the sound of wind, so the speaker’s voice comes across distinctly on calls. AirPods also feature AAC-ELD, a superior speech codec that offers full HD voice quality, providing clear, natural communication for FaceTime calls.

The new AirPods use computational audio to bring the breakthrough experiences that customers love on AirPods Pro and AirPods Max — like Adaptive EQ and spatial audio with dynamic head tracking — to even more people.

The powerful H1 chip combines with an Apple-designed acoustic system, and uses computational audio to deliver breakthrough sound with Adaptive EQ.

For an optimal listening experience with rich detail, the new AirPods feature Adaptive EQ that tunes sound in real time based on how AirPods fit in the user’s ear. An inward-facing microphone monitors for sound, and then Adaptive EQ, powered by computational audio, tunes the low and mid frequencies to account for what may be lost due to variances in fit.

Spatial audio creates a three-dimensional theater-like experience, placing sound virtually anywhere in space, and with Dolby Atmos, AirPods have never sounded better. Users can also enjoy this multi-level experience with dynamic head tracking, so music, video, and even Group FaceTime calls feel more immersive than ever before. Using advanced spatial audio algorithms, and by applying directional audio filters to subtly adjust the frequencies that each ear receives, the new AirPods can place sound all around the user.

AirPods users can enjoy Dolby Atmos in Apple Music and spatial audio with dynamic head tracking across Apple devices.

Magical Experience

With one-touch setup that automatically pairs AirPods with other Apple devices, users can effortlessly enjoy music throughout the day. Audio Sharing allows listeners to share the audio stream between two sets of AirPods, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max, while using iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple TV.

A new skin-detect sensor accurately discerns if AirPods are in the ear — versus in a pocket or on a table — and pauses playback when removed. To help with sound clarity, beamforming microphones block out ambient noise and focus on the user’s voice, while users can also enjoy a hands-free experience by simply saying “Hey Siri” for requests.

One-touch setup automatically pairs AirPods with other Apple devices.

Longer Battery Life

AirPods (3rd generation) offer an extra hour of battery life over the previous generations, with up to six hours of listening time and up to four hours of talk time. Just five minutes of charging provides about an hour of battery life, and with four additional charges in the case, users can get up to 30 hours of total listening time.3 AirPods are now also part of the MagSafe ecosystem for convenient wireless charging.

AirPods (3rd generation) offer an extra hour of battery life and convenient wireless charging with MagSafe.

AirPods with iOS and iPadOS

AirPods offer exceptional convenience and sound quality, and with iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, users can enjoy the following features:

With spatial audio and dynamic head tracking, voices in a Group FaceTime call sound like they’re coming from the direction in which the person is positioned on the screen, making it seem as if everyone is in the same room.4

Announce Notifications allows Siri to read important time-sensitive notifications, including alerts from Messages, Reminders, Calendar, and calls, as well as any third-party apps that adopt the API.

AirPods are now part of the Find My network of hundreds of millions of iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers around the world, offering proximity view in the Find My app and Lost Mode, as well as separation alerts and sounds.

Apple and the Environment

AirPods are designed with numerous materials and features to reduce their environmental impact, including the 100 percent recycled rare earth elements used in all magnets. The case also uses 100 percent recycled tin in the solder of the main logic board, and 100 percent recycled aluminum in the hinge. AirPods are also free of potentially harmful substances such as mercury, BFRs, PVC, and beryllium. For energy efficiency, AirPods meet US Department of Energy requirements for battery charger systems. Apple’s Zero Waste program helps suppliers eliminate waste sent to landfills, and all final assembly supplier sites are transitioning to 100 percent renewable energy for Apple production. In the packaging, 100 percent of the virgin wood fiber comes from responsibly managed forests.

Today, Apple is carbon neutral for global corporate operations, and by 2030, plans to have net-zero climate impact across the entire business, which includes manufacturing supply chains and all product life cycles. This means that every Apple device sold, from component manufacturing, assembly, transport, customer use, charging, all the way through recycling and material recovery, will be 100 percent carbon neutral.

Pricing and Availability

AirPods (3rd generation) will be available for $179 (US) and are available to order from apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app in the US and more than 26 other countries and regions starting today, with availability in stores beginning Tuesday, October 26.

AirPods (2nd generation) will be available at the new price of $129 (US).

AirPods Pro now come with MagSafe Charging Case for the same price of $249 (US).

With the Apple Music Voice Plan, users can enjoy millions of songs, playlists, and stations in the Apple Music catalog through Siri. The Apple Music Voice Plan will be available later this fall in select countries and regions for $4.99 (US) per month.

New subscribers can get Apple Music free for six months with the purchase of any AirPods, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max.5

AirPods require Apple devices running iOS 15.1, iPadOS 15.1, watchOS 8.1, tvOS 15.1, or macOS Monterey, all available as free software updates next week.

Customers can add personal engraving with emoji, text, and numbers to cases for AirPods Pro, AirPods (3rd generation), and AirPods (2nd generation) for free on apple.com/store and in the Apple Store app.

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17 Best Places to Visit in Thailand (In 2020)

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September 9, 2019 / Thailand / By Oliver Lindsey / Leave a Comment

Looking for the best places to visit in Thailand?

Thailand, known as the land of the smiles, has been on the travelers’ circuit for many years.

But it’s a big country and there is a lot to explore, so if you’ve got limited time it can be a challenge to decide where to travel in Thailand.

Don’t worry, though, because I’m here to help. I’m Ollie Lindsey, full time traveler who has explored Thailand extensively, and in this post I will walk you through 17 Thailand destinations I think you can’t miss.

Oh, and before we dive in, be sure to bookmark these 14 Tips for Solo Travel in Thailand and our guide to whether you need travel insurance for Thailand.

Ok, commercial break over! Let’s explore the top places to travel in Thailand:

17 Best Places to Visit in Thailand

1. Chiang Mai

The Chiang Mai Lantern Festival

In my opinion, Chiang Mai is the best of all places to visit in Thailand!

Its unique mix of culture and city vibes, plus amazing restaurants to boot, makes it one of the best places to travel in Thailand!

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Leisurely strolling around the old town is one of the main things to do here although there is plenty to keep you entertained with sights and attractions in abundance in and around the city.

Visit Thailand’s second city and bear witness to the wonderful modern Wats, amazing night markets all surrounded by beautiful countryside that is ripe for day treks!

Plus, Chiang Mai is the perfect place for exploring the many highlights of Northern Thailand.

2. Ko Chang

A drone shot of a beach in Ko Chang

Perhaps the most underrated of the Thai islands, Ko Chang offers that small island feel but enough space to actually spread out.

Located in the far east of Thailand near the border with Cambodia, Ko Chang’s relative distance from the more famous islands has kept it under-the-radar compared to the more popular islands in Thailand.

But those who make the journey will be rewarded with lush tropical forests butting up against white sand beaches that look postcard-perfect.

It’s like stepping back in time to the Thai islands of yore!

3. Bangkok

The buzzing capital full of old time charm, traditional architecture blended with modern infrastructure and convince.Try the street food, check out the 7-11s on every corner and no trip to Bangkok is complete without visiting the famous Wat Pho and the Golden Mount.

Throbbing nightlife is easy to find especially along the famous Khao San Road, where bars, restaurants and clubs operate until the wee hours of the morning.

Transportation around Bangkok is reasonably priced, with multiple quick and convenient with options; MRT and BTS train lines, taxis (ensure that they turn the meter on!) as well as tuk tuks and motorbike taxis (haggle hard!)

Bangkok is one of those places to visit in Thailand that is a bit polarizing. You’re like to either love it or hate it. But it’s a must-see, and also the perfect place for easy access to other Thailand destinations.

4. Ayutthaya

An ancient town with historical temples dotted in every nook and cranny!Ayutthaya has some of the best Thailand attractions, the most famous of which is Wat Mahathat with the face of the Buddha carved into a tree!

Quaint little guesthouses and restaurants to suit every taste are available too. It’s one of my favourite places to visit in Thailand without a doubt.

Note that distances between the sights are huge and not to be underestimated! Hiring a tuk tuk for the day is an option to help get around.

However, if you’d prefer more freedom for a cheaper price, I’d personally recommend hiring a push bike or scooter to get around. Both are available from guesthouses or there is a row of shops directly opposite the railway station.

Accessible by bus, minivan or train from most of the major Thailand destinations. From Bangkok, the train is the cheapest (14 Thai Baht p/person) with regular services throughout the day.

From Bangkok, minivans run from 6am-6pm shuttling back and forth (60 Thai Baht p/person) and buses can be booked in advance. Prices vary depending on company and the level of service.

5. Sukothai

Lesser visited than its more famous brother Ayutthaya, this underrated Thailand destination shouldn’t be missed as a main Thailand attraction.

You’ll find yourself surrounded by history much older than the temples in Ayutthaya. Spread out across the town, hiring transport such as push bikes from your accomodation is recommended.

A typical Thai town has developed around the old sights sporting modern Wats, 7-11 convenient stores as well as ample accommodation options and restaurants.

6. Chiang Rai

Not far from Chiang Mai is another one of the many well-known Thailand destinations: Chiang Rai.

Head here for more modern Wats, beautiful countryside, waterfalls and the famous glistening all-white Wat Rong Khun. Trips to this Wat can be arranged with tour agencies or at your hotel/guesthouse.

Add Chiang Rai to your list of places to travel in Thailand!

7. Pai

The ultimate backpacker hangout!

Pai is a worthy addition to the list of places to visit in Thailand.

Bamboo huts, hippie cafes and restaurants with activities such as hiking, mountain biking and rafting available along the river running through the centre.

Further out of town, there are caves ripe for exploration that you can enter to see Buddha statues and more!

To get around and explore further afield and see beautiful rice paddies along quiet country roads as well as outer lying Wats, rental of a push bike or scooter is highly recommended and there are plenty of places to hire from.

8. Mae Hong Son

If you’re doing a northern loop, don’t miss another one of the underrated Thailand destinations: Mae Hong Son, the lush mountain province containing Pai (but a lot more than just Pai!).

Close to the Chinese border lies this beautifully kept and friendly Thai town with Wats and trekking options aplenty! Transportation, day hikes and longer treks can be arranged through agencies.

Modern Wats, a lovely small town vibe and even hot springs! As places to travel in Thailand go, it’s definitely worthwhile!

9. Chiang Dao

Peaceful countryside, well-kept Wats and beautiful scenery.

This place doesn’t receive many foreign visitors making it one of the better off-the-beaten-path places to visit in Thailand.

There is plenty here to keep you busy though with rafting, trekking and visits to hill tribe villages also possible as well as a unique cave temple. The north has many wonderful areas and this is another one of the best places to travel in Thailand.

Speak to your hotel/guesthouse about transport to the top choices of the local attractions.

10. Ko Tao

Ko Tao is definitely one of the most popular Thai islands and, if you visit during peak season, you may find it a bit crowded.

But, hey, some places are popular for a reason right?

And in the case of Ko Tao, the beauty of the beaches and the azure water is definitely worth fighting the crowds to visit.

Ko Tao is a popular places to get PADI accreditation for new divers, so add it to your list of places to visit in Thailand if that’s on your Thailand bucket list!

11. Mae Salong (Santikhiri)

Another non-touristy place to travel in Thailand, Mae Salong has a bit of a Chinese feel.

It’s a worthwhile stop on the trail as another of Thailand’s destinations sporting a rare sight of tea plantations in this hilly region.

Cooler air and views of greenery are what make this place a great addition to your ‘places to visit in Thailand’ list!

12. Prachuap Khiri Khan

Another great opportunity to soak up Thai culture at its best without the crowds, making it one for the list of places to travel in Thailand it has everything quintessentially Thai.

Fantastic stretches of beach, some charming architecture and climbing the ‘mountain’ to reach Wat Thammikaram are all highlights of this lovely quiet area.

Simple accomodation and eateries are available here. Wondering around yourself is perfectly possible and the best way to see the local way of life. Watch out for the monkeys though!

13. Ko Phangan

The island itself is one of Thailand’s attractions!

Well-known for its monthly Full Moon Party, Ko Phangan is as close to a ‘bucket list’ destination as far as Thailands destinations go.

It does however still have little areas of quieter solitude such as the area of Had Salad on the northern tip of the island.

Hiring a scooter is a must if you intend to get ANYWHERE on the island at your own free will. The roads and relatively peaceful but usual driving virulence is required!

14. Railey

Don’t miss Railey when looking at places to travel in Thailand!

Multiple beaches to explore, viewpoints to climb for stunning vistas and even rock climbing for thrill seekers!

Ample accommodation, restaurants and bars to suit every budget, it’s a tough place to beat!

Beach vibes and classic traveler hangouts. Plus perfect sand and clear water, so what more could you ask for?

Be prepared that on some of the islands you might have to walk out to meet the boat or jump off it and walk to the shore in water possibly up to your waist!

Although this is becoming rarer as floating docks are being put in place. But hey, jumping off a boat and wading to the shore is a rite of passage when traveling the Thai islands!

15. Ko Lanta

Looking for cheaper and better quality accommodation whilst seeking peace and quiet on the Thai islands?

Look no further!

Of all of Thailand’s destinations, Ko Lanta is an absolute gem!

The beaches aren’t the best but if you’re seeking the similar Thai beach aura without the full moon parties, you can’t go wrong heading to this lesser known island.

Hiring a scooter a whizzing along the coast, feeling the breeze and stopping at the beaches along the way is the best way to see things and generally get around!

16. Kanchanaburi

A charming Thai town with a very strong historical significance.

From Kanchanaburi, sections of the infamous Burma-Thai railway aka: The Death Railway can be seen. The quiet and beautiful river Kwai is also a feature.

Besides from war cemeteries and museums among the Thailand attractions, if you’re seeking a spot of culture there are also famous cave temples that can be seen here too.

17. Khao Sok National Park

Dense greenery meets coastal sands! Here, you’ll find both a place to trek in jungle and relax on the beach!

Unique accommodation is available in every form; bamboo huts or hotels; whatever you fancy!

Be sure to visit both areas when you are here. Take a walk to see the stunning waterfalls, boat trips to famous floating bungalows and have a dip in the clear blue water!

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iPhone 11, Pro and Max hands-on: Apple bets big on the camera for new phones

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Our first impressions are in for Apple's three new iPhones. Plus, every feature you should care about.

The new iPhone 11 Pro has three rear cameras and starts at $999.

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This story is part of Apple Event, our full coverage of the latest news from Apple headquarters.

Apple refreshed its line of iPhones for 2019 at an event on Tuesday, announcing the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max. The phones start at $699, $999 and $1,099, respectively -- perhaps a surprising price in a world where we're used to paying $1,000 for an iPhone. These new iPhones pick up a fresh palette of colors, longer battery life and a A13 Bionic processor inside that promises faster performance. But more than any other feature, it's the camera hardware and software that take the headlining role. There are three cameras on the back of the Pro phones and two on the back of the iPhone 11. See below for our early hands-on impressions.

This new crop of iPhones may wear different colors, but in terms of overall design, they look strikingly like last year's iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR -- notch and all.

Those three cameras on the back of the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max are Apple's biggest risks in a series that plays it safe this year. For many people, the iPhone represents the gold standard for smartphone design and cutting-edge features like Face ID unlocking, which Apple says is now faster than before. But despite bread-and-butter features, like support for Wi-Fi 6, the iPhone 11 trio fails to push the envelope, relying instead on the big camera change and smaller refinements to keep up momentum.

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There's no 5G carrier support (we expect that to come in 2020), and none of the reverse wireless charging that was rumored to charge the Apple AirPods, Apple Watch and other phones of the back of the iPhone 11 -- as you can with the Galaxy S10 and Note 10 phones.

Apple also held back on rumored features like making the new iPhone 11s compatible with the Apple Pencil, and a USB-C port that was whispered to replace the Lightning connection.

Without a strong suite of new features to tantalize buyers, Apple has its work cut out for it as it heads into the hyper-competitive holiday season and 2020. Phone sales are down. Competitors like Samsung, Google and Huawei are pulling ahead on camera tools and features. And then there's the question of 5G -- iPhone users will have to wait a full year unless Apple surprises us all with a special event before September 2020.

iPhone 11 and 11 Pro in all their new, vibrant colors

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The iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max go on preorder starting Friday, Sept. 13 at 5 a.m. PT. They arrive in-store on Sept. 20. Apple will continue to sell the iPhone XR for $599 and the iPhone 8 for $449.

For now, take a look at everything important that the new iPhones have to offer. You can catch up on everything else Apple announced here, from iOS 13's launch date to the brand new Apple Watch Series 5. Here's how the iPhone 11 phones compare to the iPhone XS and XR.

We tried the iPhone 11 phones and here's what we think

CNET went hands-on with the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Max. The colors and finishes look and feel more refined -- and a lot less like fingerprint magnets -- than last year's phones, especially compared to the iPhone XR, which is equivalent to this year's iPhone 11.

What stood out most were the cameras, and the telephoto lens especially because that feels like the main difference between the iPhone 11 and the far pricier 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max. All three phones share most of the other features, at least so far as we could tell during our brief hands-on time with the phone.

The new slow-mo video mode for the front-facing camera is fun, but not a must-have feature by any means. Still, we wouldn't be surprised if other phone-makers cribbed this one.

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The two iPhone 11 Pro phones get a new matte finish and steel case that look stunning, and feel dense. Maybe you think of that as gravitas. We think it's a bit hefty. Photos don't do the midnight green shade justice. Chalk us up as fans. We're not sure the surcharge from regular iPhone 11 to 11 Pro is worth it for the finish alone, but having that telephoto lens does help round out the feature set.

Swapping among the three camera lenses on the Pro and Pro Max feels seamless, and a new "Haptic Touch" feedback that Apple's using instead of 3D Touch is pretty easy to invoke on the sharp new display -- just hold down your finger.

Rear cameras: Wide, ultrawide, telephoto

The iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max are all about the camera. Competing brands are no stranger to the three-camera system (or even four!), but this marks Apple's first time pairing a wide-angle lens with both telephoto and ultrawide-angle sensors.

We're working up a camera deep dive for you soon, but what you really need to know is that Apple wants to make it as easy for you to switch from the main 12-megapixel camera lens to the 13-megapixel ultrawide-angle lens to the 12-megapixel telephoto sensor, which you do from the main camera screen.

Having used this type of system on other phones, like the Huawei P30 Pro and Galaxy Note 10 for example, it really can make photos more atmospheric or striking -- especially landscape shots -- when taken with the ultrawide lens. Apple says it will fit in four times the amount of scenery compared to the main camera.

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On the flip side, a telephoto shot can make the difference between grabbing your picture or not when you're too far to really see the face or detail you're trying to capture because you're simply too far away. A concert, a cornice on a historical building, a celebrity behind a velvet rope. That sort of thing. Apple says it'll deliver a total of 4x optical zoom through its camera system, though the telephoto lens is specced out for 2x optical zoom.

Dedicated night mode is another thing that's become a base feature in premium phones. It's intended to make details brighter and reduce noise in low-lit conditions.

But the most interesting feature, which we won't see at the iPhone 11's launch (it'll come to all three phones) is Deep Fusion, which takes the best features from nine different images that the iPhone automatically takes. It uses machine learning to combine these disparate shots in a second, then serve up a compilation with sharper details than you'd get if you took it yourself. That's the theory, anyway.

The last feature we can't wait to try out is slow-motion video for the front-facing camera, but maybe that's just so we can say we took a "slofie". We're not sure if we're going to love to hate it or hate to love it, but yeah, one of those.

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New iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max key specs

Two screen sizes: 5.8- and 6.5-inch OLED displays (both 458 ppi pixel density)
"Super Retina XDR" display supports HDR 10 with Dolby Vision (and Dolby Atmos sound)
Phone body: Textured matte finish
64GB, 256GB, 512GB storage capacities
Three rear cameras with 4x optical zoom: Wide, ultrawide, telephoto lenses (OIS for wide and telephoto)
Upcoming camera feature called Deep Fusion compiles nine images to reduce noise and amp up details
4 hours more battery life (Pro) and 5 hours longer battery life (Pro Max) than last year's models
Faster Face ID unlocking
Wi-Fi 6 support, but no 5G
4K video for both front and rear cameras, with slow-motion video for the selfie camera (aka "slofies")
New portrait lighting effect: Monochrome
iOS 13 on-board
Fast charging adapter
Colors: midnight green, space gray, silver, gold
iPhone 11 Pro starts at $999 or $25 per month (£1,049, AU$1,749)
iPhone 11 Pro Max starts at $1,099 or $29 per month (£1,149, AU$1,899)

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What's new in the iPhone 11

Six colors: black, white, yellow, purple, green, Product Red
A13 Bionic chip
64GB, 128GB, 512GB storage capacities
Hour more battery life than iPhone XR
Faster Face ID unlocking
Wi-Fi 6 support, but no 5G
Dual camera system with a 12-megapixel lenses: wide and ultrawide (switch by tapping on the screen)
Camera night mode
2x optical zoom
New portrait lighting in monochrome
12-megapixel front-facing camera (up from 7 megapixels)
4K video for both front and rear cameras, with slow-motion video for the selfie camera
iOS 13
Starts at $699 or $17 per month (£729, AU$1,199)

Will the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max reinvigorate Apple's iPhones, or will excitement flag? Stay tuned as we weigh in on Apple's announcement and go hands-on when we see Apple's new iPhones after the event.

Scott Stein contributed to this story, which was updated throughout the day.

For the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max, the cameras are everything.

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iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max specs vs. iPhone XR, XS and XS Max: What's new and different

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We compare Apple's new iPhones with the ones from 2018 to see what's changed, spec-by-spec.

From left to right: the iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max.

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This story is part of Apple Event, our full coverage of the latest news from Apple headquarters.

At a press event in Cupertino, California on Tuesday, Apple launched its trio of new iPhones: the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max. The phones feature the powerful new A13 Bionic processor, multiple rear cameras and a bevy of camera and video tools like Night Mode. The iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max start at $699, $999 and $1,099, respectively. Preorders begin Friday and they'll be available in stores on Sept. 20.

As one of the most popular phones in the world, the new iPhones face a challenging market. With iPhone sales falling 12% in the fiscal third quarter, profits expected to dip to $9.6 billion and more people trading in their iPhones for Androids, Apple's new flagship phones need to be compelling enough to draw in new customers or keep current customers interested. Not to mention its main rival Samsung took the wraps off its Note 10, Note 10 Plus and Note 10 5G on Aug. 7, and the phones are looking pretty great so far.

Compared to last year's models, the new iPhones all have a 12-megapixel front-facing camera that's been bumped up from last year's 7-megapixel lens. Each iPhone also has one additional rear camera compared to its 2018 counterpart. To see how else they compare to the iPhone XR, XS and XS Max, peep the chart below.

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2019 IPHONES VS. 2018 IPHONES

	iPhone 11	iPhone 11 Pro	iPhone 11 Pro Max	iPhone XR	iPhone XS	iPhone XS Max
Display size, resolution	6.1-inch LCD Liquid Retina; 1,792x828 pixels	5.8-inch OLED Super Retina XDR; 2,436x1,125 pixels	6.5-inch OLED Super Retina XDR; 2,688x1,242 pixels	6.1-inch LCD Liquid Retina Display; 1,792x828 pixels	5.8-inch OLED Super Retina; 2,436x1,125 pixels	6.5-inch Super Retina OLED; 2,688x1,242 pixels
Pixel density	326ppi	458ppi	458ppi	326ppi	458ppi	458 ppi
Dimensions (Inches)	5.94x2.98x0.33 in	5.67x2.81x0.32 in	6.22x3.06x0.32 in	5.9x3.0x0.33 in	5.7x2.8x0.3 in	6.2x3.0x.3 in
Dimensions (Millimeters)	150.9x75.7x8.3 mm	144x71.4x8.1 mm	158x77.8x8.1 mm	150.9x75.7x8.3 mm	143.6x70.9x7.7 mm	157.5x77.4x7.7 mm
Weight (Ounces, Grams)	6.84 oz; 194g	6.63 oz; 188g	7.97 oz; 226g	6.8oz; 194g	6.2 oz; 177g	7.3oz; 208g
Mobile software	iOS 13	iOS 13	iOS 13	iOS 12	iOS 12	iOS 12
Camera	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide)	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide), 12-megapixel (telephoto)	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide), 12-megapixel (telephoto)	12-megapixel (wide)	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide)	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide)
Front-facing camera	12-megapixel with Face ID	12-megapixel with Face ID	12-megapixel with Face ID	7-megapixel with Face ID	7-megapixel with Face ID	7-megapixel with Face ID
Video capture	4K	4K	4K	4K	4K	4K
Processor	Apple A13 Bionic	Apple A13 Bionic	Apple A13 Bionic	Apple A12 Bionic	Apple A12 Bionic	Apple A12 Bionic
Storage	64GB, 128GB, 256GB	64GB, 256GB, 512GB	64GB, 256GB, 512GB	64GB, 128GB (256GB no longer available)	64GB, 256GB, 512GB	64GB, 256GB, 512GB
RAM	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	Not disclosed
Expandable storage	None	None	None	None	None	None
Battery	Not disclosed, but Apple claims it will last 1 hour longer than iPhone XR	Not disclosed, but Apple claims it will last 3 hours longer than iPhone XS	Not disclosed, but Apple claims it will last 5 hours longer than iPhone XS Max	2,942 mAh (not officially disclosed by Apple)	2,658 mAh (not officially disclosed by Apple)	3,174 mAh (not officially disclosed by Apple)
Fingerprint sensor	None (Face ID)	None (Face ID)	None (Face ID)	None (Face ID)	None (Face ID)	None (Face ID)
Connector	Lightning	Lightning	Lightning	Lightning	Lightning	Lightning
Headphone jack	No	No	No	No	No	No
Special features	Water resistant (IP68); dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM); wireless charging	Water resistant (IP68); dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM); wireless charging	Water resistant (IP68); dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM); wireless charging	Water resistant (IP67), dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM); wireless charging	Water resistant (IP68); dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM); wireless charging	Water resistant (IP68); dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM); wireless charging
Price off-contract (USD)	$699 (64GB), $749 (128GB), $849 (256GB)	$999 (64GB), $1,149 (256GB), $1,349 (512GB)	$1,099 (64GB), $1,249 (256GB), $1,449 (512GB)	Reduced to: $599 (64GB), $649 (128GB)	No longer on sale, were: $999 (64GB), $1,149 (256GB), $1,349 (512GB)	No longer on sale, were: $1,099 (64GB), $1,249 (256GB), $1,449 (512GB)
Price (GBP)	£729 (64GB), £779 (128GB), £879 (256GB)	£1,049 (64GB), £1,199 (256GB), £1,399 (512GB)	£1,149 (64GB), £1,299 (256GB), £1,499 (512GB)	Reduced to: £629 (64GB), £679 (128GB)	No longer on sale, were: £999 (64GB), £1,149 (256GB), £1,349 (512GB)	No longer on sale, were: £1,099 (64GB), £1,249 (256GB), £1,449 (512GB)
Price (AUD)	AU$1,199 (64GB), AU$1,279 (128GB), AU$1,449 (256GB)	AU$1,749 (64GB), AU$1,999 (256GB), AU$2,349 (512GB)	AU$1,899 (64GB), AU$2,149 (256GB), AU$2,499 (512GB)	Reduced to: AU$1,049 (64GB), AU$1,129 (128GB)	No longer on sale, were: AU$1,629 (64GB), AU$1,879 (256GB), AU$2,199 (512GB)	No longer on sale, were: AU$1,799 (64GB), AU$2,049 (256GB), AU$2,369 (512GB)

Android Wear 2.0 is hitting more watches today

2017-04-02T17:00:00.004+05:30

After a quick bug fix, five more watches are getting updated.

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Yesterday, Google said that an unspecified bug was delaying the Android Wear 2.0 rollout yet again. It looks like the delay hasn't been too severe, though. The company says that Wear 2.0 is now available for five more watches: the Polar M600, Nixon Mission, Fossil Q Wander, Fossil Q Marshal and Michael Kors Access. That's in addition to the Fossil Q Founder, Casio Smart Outdoor Watch WSD-F10 and TAG Heuer Connected, which Google said were already receiving the update. All told, that's almost half of the 19 older watches that'll get the Wear 2.0 update.

It's a shame the Android Wear 2.0 rollout has been so challenging -- many, many other devices won't ever receive the update. Those that are getting it have had to wait a long time, too, but it seems like it won't be too long until the whole group gets the new software. It makes the platform a lot better, though smartwatches remain a niche. If you really want Wear 2.0, though, your best bet is probably checking out one of LG's newest smartwatches.

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Rumor: Apple's 'iPhone 7' to offer improved fast-charge support

2016-08-16T14:05:00.000+05:30

One way Apple will aim to keep the "iPhone 7" competitive is the addition of new fast-charge technology, according to one rumor.

The device will use improved circuitry supporting "at least" 5-volt, 2-amp charging, said @the_malignant, a Twitter user specializing in phone leaks. Current iPhone chargers are rated at one amp.

Many Android devices now offer some form of fast-charging, allowing them to hit a practical battery reserve in minutes instead of hours. The Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, for example, can each go from 0 to 50 percent charge in about 30 minutes.

In fact current iPhones already use comparable technology, but nothing Apple has chosen to market as a feature. The company could be hoping to match or surpass rivals with the "iPhone 7."

That device is expected to ship next month, in standard and "Plus"-sized models much like the iPhone 6 and 6s. The Plus should have a dual-lens camera, and possibly 3 gigabytes of RAM and/or a Smart Connector.

Xiaomi's first laptop is the $750 Mi Notebook Air

2016-08-16T13:56:00.005+05:30

It looks like a MacBook and is named like a Macbook Air.

It wouldn't be a Xiaomi event if it was just announcing one product. In addition to the new Redmi Pro smartphone, the Chinese company threw in a huge surprise by launching its first-ever laptop line, the Mi Notebook Air, running on Windows 10. It comes in two sizes -- the powerful 13.3-inch and the portable 12.5-inch -- and both feature a slim body, a 1080p display with slim under-glass bezels (while still managing to fit in a 1-megapixel webcam), a backlit keyboard, a USB Type-C charging port plus a minimalistic metallic design -- in gold or silver, naturally -- with no logo on the outside. The best part of all? The top-spec model costs just 4,999 yuan or about $750.

Gallery: Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air hands-on | 11 Photos

The flagship 13.3-inch model comes in at just 14.8mm thick and 1.28kg heavy, which is pretty good given that you get an Intel Core i5-6200U "Skylake-U" processor (dual core, base frequency at 2.3GHz, turbo up to 2.7GHz) plus an NVIDIA GeForce 940MX GPU (with 1GB GDDR5 RAM). Of course, Xiaomi just had to point out that this is thinner and lighter than the 13-inch MacBook Air, though it doesn't use a wedge design so it's still bulkier. You also get 8GB of DDR4 RAM, 256GB of SSD via PCIe and one free SATA slot for expansion (but only serviced by Xiaomi). The 40Wh battery should be good for up to 9.5 hours, and it can go from zero to 50 percent in just half an hour using the bundled USB-C charger.

The smaller 12.5-inch model is even slimmer and lighter at 12.9mm and 1.07kg, respectively, but you'll have to make do with an Intel Core M3 CPU, no dedicated GPU, just 4GB of RAM and just a 128GB SSD via SATA -- though there's one free PCIe slot if you don't mind letting Xiaomi do the upgrade for you later. And instead of two USB 3.0 ports, you only get one here; but you still have an HDMI port. The upside of this model is that you get two more hours of battery life. The price? 3,499 yuan or about $520.

Much likes its bicycles, rice cookers and drones, the Mi Notebook Air is a "Mi Ecosystem" product made by a partner -- in this case, it's Tianmi which literally means "field rice." A Xiaomi rep reasoned that the company decided to tap into the laptop market as it identified a potential market to deliver the right balance between performance and portability, as well as to make it easier for young adults to afford a PC for productivity. Still, this is a bold move considering that China's consumer notebook market is expected to contract by 10.4 percent this year, according to IDC analyst Bryan Ma. He added that this is a steeper drop than the US' 7.7 percent and the worldwide 9.3 percent.

So what will the Mi Notebook Air contribute to Xiaomi's business in the long term? While it doesn't run on MIUI (Xiaomi's customized Android ROM), it does come with "Mi Sync" software (tentative name translated from Chinese) which should somewhat boost Mi Cloud usage. The laptop can also be automatically unlocked when your Mi Band is within a close proximity.

The Mi Notebook Air is launching in China on August 2nd. Again, there's no info regarding global availability for it just yet, so stay tuned for future updates.

APPLE’S NEXT LAUNCH: INVITATIONS SENT OUT FOR MARCH 21 EVENT – HERE’S EVERYTHING WE KNOW

2016-03-14T14:03:00.002+05:30

Apple have officially sent out the invites for their March 21 event at which they will announce a number of new products, including the iPhone SE.

The event will be held at Apple’s Cupertino campus in California at 10am local time – so the event will be occurring at 5am in AEDT time, on March 22.

The iPhone SE is the most prominent new device expected to be revealed – ‘SE’ standing for ‘Special Edition’. It will look a lot like last generation’s iPhone 5s, with a 4-inch screen and a similar design.

However, all indications are that it will have a lot of features available in the iPhone 6 and 6s, including a more powerful processor, voice-activated Siri, Live Photos, and Apple Pay, though Force Touch seems not to have made the cut.

There have also been rumours that it will have the same fantastic 12 megapixel camera.

The phone will essentially serve as the equivalent of what the iPhone 5c was to the iPhone 5 and 5s, a smaller, presumably cheaper alternative that still boats many of the best features. It was originally expected to be called the iPhone 6c.

The other major release we’re expecting to be confirmed at the event is a new 9.7-inch iPad, essentially a smaller version of the iPad Pro.

Improved speakers, Apple Pencil functionality, and a connector for a keyboard accessory are all features we’re expecting to see on this new iPad.

It’s also rumoured that Apple may announce some new software feature for the Apple Watch.

Of course, it being an Apple event, you never know what surprises may have been well hidden from the public.

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Dell XPS 15 (2016) Blazes Ahead With Latest Intel Quad-Core (Mini-Review)

2016-02-14T12:24:00.002+05:30

Dell XPS 15 (2016): For a quad Core i7-based powerhouse, it’s thin and has decent battery life.

Put Intel's INTC +1.54% latest quad-core silicon in a thin package with an 8-million pixel display and you’re on the cutting edge of laptop design — which, by the way, is a nice place to be.

What follows is a brief first-take on performance and battery (with a more in-depth review to come later).

After spending some time with the new Dell XPS 15 I can see why speed seduces. Combine high-performance with a 15.6-inch Ultra HD display and it can be addictive. But here’s the clincher for me: Dell manages to squeeze all of the above into a 0.66-inch thick (at its thickest point) chassis with respectable battery life. I’m not a gamer, I don’t use Photoshop, and only do things like video encoding on occasion. So, the XPS 15 — which also houses an Nvidia GeForce GTX 960M graphics chip if you need it — would seem like overkill for me. But when everything you do executes with buttery smoothness, maybe it is for me after all.

For the record, the configuration I’m using comes with the Ultra HD touch display (3,840-by-2,160), Intel’s newest 6th Generation Intel Core “Skylake” i7-6700HQ Quad Core cable of running at burst speeds of up to 3.5 GHz, 16GB DDR4-2133MHz RAM, and a 512GB PCIe Solid State Drive.

Quad Speed: The tl;dr on the XPS 15 is that it’s a productivity monster. I tested it on Windows 10 with close to two dozen Chrome browser tabs open and a bunch of Firefox tabs open while runningMicrosoft MSFT +1.72% Office, a Windows Defender scan, iTunes, and a bunch of apps from the Windows Store (running in the background). Nothing seemed to slow it down. In fact, It’s hard to get the CPU percentage in Windows Task Manager to register over 15 percent. And it consistently stays in the five to ten percent range (which is not the case for less-powerful laptops I’m using). But numbers aside, any digital device that’s this fast is a boon. Speed means efficiency for me.

Battery life: My unit came with the bigger 84Whr battery (Dell also offers a 56 Whr version). And this is where my experience differs from some reviews. I get consistently decent battery life for a brawny laptop with a big, high-resolution display. With the brightness up (above 70 percent), it can last six hours. Granted, I’m not gaming or doing video production. But, like anyone, I run lots of applications simultaneously (some mentioned above). For me, that makes it suitable for a cross-country flight or a day of local traveling. (Note: The larger battery brings the weight up to 4.4 pounds, a little less the 15-inch MacBook Pro.)

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Cisco to showcase Security Everywhere strategy at GISEC 2016

2016-02-14T12:08:00.001+05:30

Cisco announced its participation in the Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC 2016) which will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre from 29th to 31st March 2016.

The company aims to showcase and deliver its strategy of Security Everywhere – from the cloud, network and endpoints with new security products and features and a threat awareness service as organisations execute on their digital transformation.

According to Cisco, they will be extending Security Everywhere with new capabilities and services that deliver greater visibility, context and control from the cloud to the network to the endpoint, for organisations of all sizes. At GISEC 2016, the company will demonstrate and showcase how its products and solutions can support its customers safely and securely through digital transformation and how they can weave in the security techniques and deployment as part of it. The value of Cisco architecture is its emphasis on embedding security spanning the extended network – including routers, switches and the data center – closing gaps across the attack continuum – before, during and after – and significantly reducing time to detection and remediation.

“We at Cisco have the opportunity to change the security industry in the face of the changing threat landscape and business challenges that arise from these threats,” said Rabih Dabboussi, Managing Director, Cisco UAE. “The diaspora of products that exist out there today allow for gaps that could ultimately result in increased vulnerability within our customer base. Our customers are asking for a true security architecture where advanced security solutions are a part of an integrated portfolio that shares information and capabilities across the entire platform. I am proud that we at Cisco are spearheading industry collaboration, working with customers to help raise their confidence as our solutions enable comprehensive approaches to security they want, and frankly, they need.”

A senior member from Cisco’s security team, Adam Philpott, Cisco – Director, EMEAR Cyber Security will deliver a keynote address entitled Accelerate the Digital Journey, Securely on March 31, 2016.

Cisco security specialists and partners will be available at their stand #C-100 to meet with customers and partners and share their global experiences and success stories with them.

4-inch iPhone 5se & iPad Air 3 planned to go on sale March 18th

2016-02-14T11:52:00.002+05:30

Apple is currently on target to start selling its next iPhone and iPad models the same week that the new products are introduced in March. Apple is currently planning to introduce a new 4-inch iPhone dubbed the “iPhone 5se” and a new iPad Air at an event on Tuesday, March 15th, then put the products up for sale online and in retail stores as early as Friday, March 18th, according to sources. Apple is unlikely to offer pre-orders for the new devices, according to sources who cautioned that the plans could still change.

Launching the new iPhone and iPad models so soon after introduction and not offering pre-orders would be a new strategy for Apple. Apple typically releases new iPhone models one or two weeks following the introduction events and an online pre-order period. A similar strategy has been followed for many new iPad releases, but the iPad Pro hardware actually went on sale over two months following the device’s initial introduction. Manufacturing of the new 4-inch iPhone began ramping up in January, sources say.

The new 4-inch iPhone 5se is designed to spur iPhone hardware upgrades for customer seeking newer technologies and faster devices without the need to upgrade to the far larger 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch iPhone 6s and 6s Plus screen sizes. While the iPhone 5se’s body will be nearly identical to the 2013 iPhone 5s, the new smartphone is said to include Apple’s latest A9 and M9 processors, an NFC chip for Apple Pay, support for always-on Siri activation, the iPhone 6’s camera system, and the ability to take Live Photos. The device will come in the same colors as the 6s, according to sources: gold, rose gold, silver, and space gray.

The iPad Air 3 is said to include a Smart Connector and support for Apple-branded accessories, which could mean that updated Smart Keyboards and Apple Pencil support for the 9.7-inch device are in the pipeline. The new iPad is also expected to include a variant of the A9 processor, an upgraded camera system, and potentially a rear flash for brighter photos. At its March 15th event, Apple is also planning to unveil a series of new Apple Watch Sport Band colors, a Space Black Milanese Loop, and NATO-style nylon bands.

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Huawei can quick-charge your phone without hurting its battery

2015-12-21T11:34:00.000+05:30

That fast-charging smartphone you just bought has a dirty secret: more likely than not, it's reducing the lifespan or capacity of the battery to get that breakneck speed. Huawei doesn't think you should have to compromise, though. It just showed off a lithium-ion battery whose graphite-coated anode (where current flows) allows for very quick charging without hurting either capacity or long-term longevity. How quick? With a 3,000mAh of the sort you'd find in a larger phone, Huawei can give you a 48 percent charge in just 5 minutes. Yes, you could have enough power for an evening out in the time it takes to change out of your work clothes. There's an even faster prototype that reaches 68 percent in 2 minutes, although its 600mAh capacity isn't practical at its size.

It may take a while before you see this kind of battery in the real world. Huawei currently needs a special charger to make this work, and there's no mention of when the technology might be small enough for everyday use. Still, this could be a big deal in an industry where battery technology rarely improves despite mountains of research -- you may well see Huawei phones whose huge batteries don't take forever to fill up.

Computers learn how to spot hidden facial expressions

2015-11-17T11:04:00.000+05:30

Machines are good at spotting obvious emotions like smiles, but they're not so hot at detecting the extremely brief microexpressions that reveal when people are covering up their true feelings. They may have a keener eye in the future, though: researchers havedeveloped a computer vision algorithm that magnifies facial expressions, making it possible to catch the tiniest bit of displeasure or surprise. While some humans have a knack for spotting these subtle cues, the algorithm is far more effective in early tests -- you likely wouldn't fool the computer into thinking everything was hunky dory.

The software isn't perfect in its current incarnation. You have to use the algorithm strategically, since it exaggerates all movement. It's also dependent on a training database to understand what it's seeing, so it might take a while before you can completely trust the results. Provided the technology holds up, though, it could be extremely useful for lie detectors and any other device where you'd want to pick up subtle hints of psychological distress.

Apple's Tim Cook says a converged MacBook and iPad won't happen

2015-11-17T11:03:00.000+05:30

Apple CEO Tim Cook isn't sold on the Surface, and the company doesn't plan on bringing together its MacBook or iPad into a single product like Microsoft's computing device, either. In an interview with the Irish Independent, Cook said: "We feel strongly that customers are not really looking for a converged Mac and iPad." This follows comments the CEO made in an interview with the Daily Telegraph, where he questioned why anyone would buy a PC -- those comments were apparently aimed at Windows PCs, not his company's own computer range. "We don't regard Macs and PCs to be the same."

"It's true that the difference between the X86 [PC architecture] and A-series [iPad architecture] is much less than it's ever been. That said, what we've tired to do is to recognize that people use both iOS and Mac devices ... so with things like Handoff we just made it really simple to work on one of our products and pick it up and work on the next product." But if Apple tried to fuse the two together, the CEO believes it might not be in the best interests of users:

"...So we want to make the best tablet in the world and the best Mac in the world. And putting those two together would not achieve either. You'd begin to compromise in different ways." - Tim Cook, Apple

That said, Apple's said plenty of things before reassessing its options years later.

Experts say phones need a 'bedtime mode' to fix our sleep

2015-11-17T11:01:00.002+05:30

We've all done it: you've gone to bed early in order to catch up on some much needed sleep, only to lay there for hours staring at your phone until you're no longer tired. Some reports believe handsets shouldn't get all the blame for our poor sleep schedules, but we've known for some time that those glowing displays aren't helping. The best solution would be to turn devices off before going to bed, but leading sleep experts are also calling for device makers to include an automatic "bedtime mode" to help us drift off easier at night.

Paul Gringras, a professor at Evelina London Children's Sleep Medicine and King's College London, and his team conducted a study that analyzed the light emissions of a smartphone, tablet and backlit e-reader (a Kindle Paperwhite). While most people rely on a day/night balance to regulate their sleep patterns, helped by the production of the melatonin as it gets dark, modern displays emit a blue-ish light that suppresses the hormone and gradually makes us more alert. Smartphone displays are getting brighter, but they're also getting bluer, which could be damaging our health through lack of rest.

In the first test, volunteers were given orange-tinted glasses that could block out the blue light, while in the second, they used an app that was designed to be used at night and shifted its color palette accordingly. Both proved effective, but taking a protective pair of protective glasses to bed isn't the most appealing solution. Experts believe a more viable alternative is to use software to apply a "mask" to the device itself. Solutions like F.lux already exist, but its developers recently encountered resistance when they finally released an iPhone app (that needed to be sideloaded) and Apple pulled it a few days later for violating its developer agreement.

"A faster and more tenable solution would be for manufacturers to ensure that software design is optimized when night-time use is anticipated," the report says. "All hardware devices allow an automatic "bedtime mode" that shifts blue and green light emissions to yellow and red as well as reduces backlight/light intensity."

Researchers admit that getting people to remove their smartphones and tablets from the bedroom is a big ask, especially for teenagers and adults who "make their own choices and are often influenced by peer and work pressures." By asking phone makers to take "more responsibility" and include automated solutions in their products, experts believe you could enjoy a better night's sleep without having to change your smartphone habits.

Dubai firefighters could start using jetpacks to fight blazes

2015-11-15T11:26:00.001+05:30

Dubai is a city known for its extravagance, so it's no surprise that the emirate closed a deal to buy 20 jetpacks for the Dubai Civil Defense service. The packs, made by Martin Aircraft Company, will allow firefighters and first responders to assess and combat blazes in high-rise buildings. The packs have custom designed engines and twin ducted fans that propel the person at speeds of 74km/ph and up to 3,000 feet high.

Lieutenant Col Ali Hassan Almutawa said that the jetpacks would be very useful in a city that is expanding both outwards and upwards. He noted: "Sometimes we have challenges or difficulties to reach the top floors of those buildings. The [jetpacks] can go into confined spaces to size-up the situation." He also mentioned that they would be modified to include thermal imaging cameras. Each unit costs $150,000 which might sound like a lot, but for a city whose police force has a $1.5 million Bugatti Veyron as a squad-car, it's probably not.

Logitech's iPad Pro keyboard case is relatively affordable

2015-11-12T11:18:00.002+05:30

Apple's iPad Pro is pricey even before you add in the $169 official keyboard case, but Logitech may have a way to make the whole package a little more palatable. It's now shipping its promised Create Keyboard Case for the gigantic tablet, and the add-on will sell for a slightly more frugal $150. It only works at two angles, but you'll get perks like backlit keys, automatic pairing (thanks to the Smart Connector) and a raft of iOS shortcuts. And if you don't want to turn your iPad into a makeshift laptop, there's an $80 Create Protective case that ditches the keyboard in return for a more flexible stand. Either shell is available in black, blue or red, so you're not stuck with somber colors on your giant slate.

You can now try Firefox OS on your Android phone

2015-11-12T11:17:00.002+05:30

Mozilla has dropped the latest version of Firefox OS into everybody's lap, and there's a special treat tucked inside for brave Android users. A new developer preview of the software can be downloaded and tried as an alternative home screen on your phone that, thankfully, doesn't require you to wipe your device beforehand. Just install the APK and it'll appear as an app that, with a single press of your device, will transform the handset into a Firefox OS phone. Naturally, in order to play nice with Android, there's a few futzes and workarounds tucked inside, but it's hoped that the move will enable more people -- and developers -- to engage with the burgeoning operating system.

Apple plans to add 1,000 more jobs in IrelandApple plans to add 1,000 more jobs in Ireland

2015-11-12T11:16:00.002+05:30

Apple is gearing up to add another 1,000 employees in Ireland, and it's also expanding its headquarters in Cork to make room for the new crop, reports RTÉ. That would bring the company's total count of employees in Ireland up to 6,000, and it's an easy way for it to demonstrate its commitment to Ireland. That's particularly useful, now that the European Commission is probing into Apple's tax situation in the country, which has been criticized for being a bit too friendly (and illegal). Ireland plans to end Apple's tax deal in a few years, but it'll still have the benefit of fairly low corporate tax rates.

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