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  • Apple to start AirPods manufacturing at Foxconn’s Hyderabad manufacturing unit: Report

    Apple will begin the manufacturing of its AirPods wi-fi earbuds at Foxconn’s facility in Hyderabad, as per PTI. The Hyderabad plant, with an accredited funding of $400 million by Foxconn, is projected to provoke large-scale manufacturing by December 2024.

    Foxconn Hyderabad manufacturing unit will make AirPods and the manufacturing unit is anticipated to start mass manufacturing by December, PTI reported.

    In the realm of true wi-fi stereo (TWS), Apple’s AirPods take the lead on a worldwide scale. Research firm Canalys reported that over the last quarter of 2022, Apple held roughly 36 p.c of the TWS market share, securing its dominance.

    After Apple, Samsung held a market share of seven.5 p.c, whereas Xiaomi claimed 4.4 p.c, Boat held 4 p.c, and Oppo had 3 p.c. Xiaomi initiated the manufacturing of its TWS gadgets in India this 12 months on the Optiemus Electronics facility in Noida, counsel the report.

    Meanwhile, the upcoming iPhone SE 4, the fourth era of the smartphone sequence set to succeed the iPhone SE (2022), is rumored to characteristic a USB Type-C port, as indicated by a dependable supply. Apple’s transfer to exchange the Lightning port with USB Type-C is anticipated to be launched with the purported iPhone 15 lineup subsequent month, and this transition is prone to prolong to forthcoming fashions as nicely.

    Notably, the Apple iPhone SE 4 can be predicted to combine Face ID performance and may embody an Action button, a characteristic anticipated to premiere on the iPhone 15 Pro later this 12 months.

    As per info from tipster Unknownz21 (@URedditor on X), the design of the iPhone SE 4 is anticipated to bear similarities to the beforehand launched iPhone 14. This means that the speculated machine may very well be the primary within the SE sequence to undertake Apple’s notch-based show design. However, the supply signifies that, akin to its predecessors and all different SE fashions, the fourth-generation Apple smartphone will come outfitted with a single rear digicam.

    (With inputs from PTI)`

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    Updated: 15 Aug 2023, 04:10 PM IST

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  • Apple might launch AirPods Pro with USB Type-C port later this yr

    Popular Apple trade analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that the up to date AirPods Pro 2 with USB Type-C charging port can launch in late 2023. To recall, the second-generation AirPods Pro was launched in September 2022 with a Lightning charging case. The firm is now planning to deliver an up to date model of the wi-fi earphones with USB Type-C charging.

    “I believe that is doubtless the USB-C model of the AirPods Pro 2, with mass shipments anticipated in 2Q23-3Q23. By the best way, Apple at the moment seems to don’t have any plans for USB-C variations of the AirPods 2 & 3,” Kuo wrote in a Twitter put up. Kuo says that references to new AirPods found within the iOS 16.4 Release Candidate hints on the USB-C model of the AirPods Pro.

    It is anticipated that the brand new AirPods Pro 2 could also be accessible by the third quarter of 2023. 

    Charging case with the present Apple AirPods Pro has a built-in speaker which may help customers discover it in case it’s misplaced. It comes with added help for Apple Watch charger and is provided with U1 chip for Find My help on the system.

    Apple has been underneath strain to switch the lightning port with USB Type-C ports on its iPhones, AirPods and different gadgets. Apple has already switched the Apple TV’s Siri Remote from Lightning to USB-C and it is sensible to now transfer the AirPods to the Type-C.

    Apple is purported to deliver the 2023 iPhone 15 collection with USB-C charging. The Cupertino-based firm is anticipated so as to add a customized IC chip to its USB-C port, much like the authentication course of within the Lightning port.

    Citing a Weibo hearsay, a earlier report by Macrumours says that Apple has developed its personal variant for iPhone 15’s USB Type-C port. The Weibo leakster claims to be an built-in circuit skilled with 25 years of expertise engaged on Intel’s Pentium processors.

    Apple launched first-party and MFi-certified Lightning ports in 2012. These connectors include a small IC which authenticates the elements concerned within the connection.

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  • Bought new AirPods? Here are some suggestions that will come useful

    If you occur to buy a brand new AirPods or AirPods Pro and are on the lookout for suggestions and tips to get probably the most out of your system, then you may have come to the appropriate place. We deliver you an inventory of suggestions that can come useful whereas utilizing Apple’s wi-fi audio system. Take a glance

    Pair your AirPods with units extra than simply iPhone

    Yes. Apple AirPods may be paired simply with an iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Windows laptop computer, in addition to your Android telephone. There is a small button in the back of the system for pairing. Hold it near your iPhone or iPad and the AirPods will seem on the backside of your system. Once paired together with your iPhone, it’s going to mechanically be paired to different Apple units working your Apple ID as you’re taking it out of the field. Simply, discover your AirPods within the record after which press Connect.

    Keep your AirPods protected with Find My function

    Apple AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro 2 include Find My function which can be utilized to trace them down in case the system is misplaced or misplaced. In addition, there’s a Separation Alert function whereby your iPhone will notify you for those who depart your AirPods behind.

    Customize faucet instructions on the earbuds

    You can customise the faucet on every bud of the AirPods to carry out completely different actions like activate Siri, change tracks, or play/pause and extra. To achieve this, go to Settings in your iPhone/iPad and faucet on Bluetooth. Then faucet on the (i) subsequent to the AirPods title after which select the set of motion by tapping on the Left or Right.

    Automatic system switching

    If you may have linked your AirPods to multiple system, it will possibly mechanically transition between the units. You can both allow or disable this computerized system switching from the Settings app in your iPhone. Here, faucet on AirPods within the part beneath the Apple ID after which faucet on ‘Connect to This ‌iPhone‌.’ Next, select the “When Last Connected to This ‌iPhone‌” to show computerized switching off, and select “Automatically” to allow it.

    Ask Siri to announce notifications

    With the Siri integration on Airpods, you’ll be able to activate Announce Notifications for incoming calls and messages. To achieve this, go to Settings > Notifications > Announce Notifications. Here, toggle on the ‘Announce Notifications’ and ‘Headphones’.

    Users may choose the apps that you simply need to use Announce Notifications with.

    Check AirPods battery

    Want to maintain tabs in your Apple AirPods battery life? You can verify it from the battery widget in your iPhone and iPad. Also, you’ll be able to ask Siri to announce battery lifetime of the linked Apple AirPods. In addition, the management middle in your Apple Watch may also be capable of inform the battery lifetime of AirPods.

    Rename your AirPods

    Apple lets you customise the title of your AirPods. To achieve this, head to Settings >Bluetooth. Here, faucet (i) subsequent to the AirPods title after which faucet on Name. Now, enter the brand new title to your AirPods.

    Activate Spatial Audio

    Apple AirPods Spatial audio function affords immersive 3D sound. It is offered for ‌AirPods 3‌, ‌AirPods Pro‌, and ‌AirPods Max‌. To allow, open the Control Center in your iPhone. You ought to see slightly icon that appears just like the AirPods on the amount slider. Long press on the amount slider and faucet on Spatial Audio to activate it.

    Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)

    While ANC is a default function on ‌AirPods Pro‌ and ‌AirPods Pro‌ 2, it’s also out there on the ‌AirPods Max‌. ANC is often enabled for each the earpieces, however there’s a trick to get it to activate for one solely. It works for AirPods Pro solely. Go to Settings > AirPods Pro > Accessibility > Noise Control > toggle on the swap subsequent to Noise Cancellation with One AirPod.

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  • Apple could add to Airpods physique temperature, posture monitoring capabilities

    Apple is engaged on including health-focussed options to AirPods, permitting the TWs earbuds to observe physique temperature and posture, much like the not too long ago launched Apple Watch Series 7.

    As per Mashable India, the Cupertino tech large is exploring the potential of turning Airpods right into a well being gadget by including just a few health-focused options like physique temperature and posture monitor together with higher listening to assist.

    The newest iteration of Apple AirPods Pro already gives a ‘conversation boost’ choice to the wearer, however in keeping with the stories, Apple has not particularly talked about engaged on any new hearing-aid function.

    It is perhaps some time earlier than these new health-focused options are launched to Apple AirPods, stories counsel.

    While the tech large has been taking enormous leaps on the earth of recent know-how, it has additionally teamed up with the University of California, Los Angeles, and pharmaceutical firm Biogen to construct an algorithm to detect despair and cognitive decline, reported Mashable India.

    Apple is exploring the potential of together with blood strain, oxygen, sugar, temperature and sleep high quality sensor displays in its subsequent Apple Watch collection.

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  • Apple ‘Back to School’ provide involves India with free Airpods, MacEbook reductions

    Apple has introduced its ‘Back to School’ low cost programme to India a month after launching it within the United States. The provide at the moment is obtainable solely with Apple Online Store in India.

    Apple Back to School provide provides reductions and different advantages to highschool and faculty college students, their mother and father and academics at registered establishments. The provide programme is obtainable just for a restricted time although. Apple says that prospects can add these gives to the Higher Education Offer that the corporate already supplies in India for college college students and academics.

    The largest provide underneath the Back to School programme is that consumers can get a free second-generation Apple AirPods with any mannequin of iPad Pro, iPad Air, MacEbook Air, MacEbook Pro, iMac, Mac Pro or Mac mini.

    The free AirPods being provided underneath this programme include wired charging. Buyers can improve to a AirPods with wi-fi charging by paying ₹4,000, or to AirPods Pro for ₹10,000. Apple sells AirPods, AirPods with wi-fi charging and AirPods Pro in India for ₹14,900, ₹18,900 and ₹24,900, respectively.

    Apple can also be providing sure reductions underneath its Back to School programme. Eligible consumers can get reductions on MacBooks in addition to Apple Pencil and Keyboard, 20 per cent off on AppleCare, subscribe to Apple Music at ₹49 monthly together with a free Apple TV+ subscription, and an Apple Arcade subscription without cost as much as 3 months.

    To be eligible for Apple Back to School provide, consumers must verfiy that they’re college students at a registered college or greater schooling institute in India. The verification course of might be accomplished by way of UNiDAYS as one enrols for the provide. Apple additionally permits verification by way of an Apple Specialist.

    Buyers must submit particulars like pupil ID quantity and faculty or establishment handle for verification. Parents or academics shopping for Apple merchandise for his or her wards and college students too. After verification, Apple will mark the account eligible for the Back to School programme, after which consumers can avail the reductions or get free AirPods.

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  • Apple AirPods with Pro-like design to launch this 12 months: Details right here

    Apple Inc. is readying a revamp of its entry-level AirPods for this 12 months and a second era of the AirPods Pro for subsequent 12 months, in line with folks with information of the matter.

    The new base AirPods will mark the primary replace to the product since March 2019 and can add a brand new design that principally mirrors that of the AirPods Pro. The earbuds will include a brand new case and shorter stems poking out of the underside of every one. The AirPods Pro coming subsequent 12 months would be the first change to that product since October 2019 and can embody up to date movement sensors with a concentrate on health monitoring, the folks mentioned, asking to not be named as a result of the plans are personal.

    Apple had beforehand aimed to launch the brand new AirPods Pro as early as this 12 months, Bloomberg News reported in 2020. The replace to its wi-fi earbuds vary will bolster the corporate’s wearables, house and equipment phase, which has grown quickly to now account for greater than $30 billion in annual income, exceeding 10% of whole gross sales.

    An Apple spokeswoman declined to remark.

    The final AirPods-related {hardware} introduction from Apple was the over-ear AirPods Max headphones in December. That $549 pair earned criticism for bugs and its excessive worth however reward for its supplies and sound. Apple solely lately caught up with demand for the product, and it isn’t at present engaged on a second era of the AirPods Max, although it has mentioned launching extra shade variations sooner or later.

    As a part of its broader house, audio and equipment technique, Apple has additionally begun early improvement of a HomePod speaker with a built-in display in addition to a tool that mixes the options of a HomePod, FaceTime digital camera and Apple TV, Bloomberg News has reported. Competition for audio system with screens is already widespread. Apple launched a HomePod mini speaker final 12 months and outlined a minor replace to the Apple TV set-top field final month.

    For the brand new AirPods Pro, Apple has additionally examined a smaller design that eliminates the stems. That look will debut on new Beats-branded wi-fi earbuds deliberate to be introduced subsequent month.

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  • Apple anticipated to launch new AirPods 3, Apple Music HiFi on 18 May

    Apple could launch some new {hardware} on 18 May. The Cupertino tech large is predicted to launch the AirPods 3 in an not easily seen approach subsequent week. The data was leaked by a preferred YouTuber, Luke Miani. However, the smartphone producer is but to drop any trace in regards to the launch of any product. Along aspect the audio {hardware}, the corporate can also be anticipated to introduce the Apple Music HiFi streaming.

    YouTuber Luke Miani instructed the web site Apple Tracker in regards to the new launch. However, not like most Apple releases, this new product launch will probably be launched by way of a press launch, in response to the leaked data.

    AirPods 3 would be the first replace to the non-Pro model of the AirPods since 2019. In phrases of adjustments, the brand new earbuds will include a revised design language just like the brand new AirPods Pro. However, the AirPods 3 is predicted to overlook out on options similar to Active Noice Cancellation (ANC).

    While there’s no official affirmation from Apple concerning the launch, popula analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has claimed that the brand new model of AirPods will enter mass manufacturing within the third quarter.

    Along with the brand new AirPods 3, Apple can also be rumoured to introduce the high-fidelity (or HiFi) Apple Music tier service. The new music streaming possibility is predicted to be launched within the “coming weeks”.

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  • TWS audio market continues to see double digit development, Apple stays on prime: Counterpoint

    The marketplace for true wi-fi audio units noticed massive development numbers in 2020 and is anticipated to go larger up this yr. The world market is anticipated to develop 33 per cent year-on-year in 2021, with shipments anticipated to succeed in 310 million models, suggests a brand new report by Counterpoint Global Hearables Market Forecast, 2021-2023.
    In 2020, shipments of TWS merchandise grew by 78 per cent year-on-year regardless of the pandemic-triggered financial fall. The market barely exceeded the preliminary annual estimate for 2020 to succeed in 233 million models. The report suggests this might be pushed by the sturdy efficiency of low- and mid-price segments in 2020.
    While the COVID disaster in China initially impacted TWS manufacturing early final yr, the scenario has improved since then and the manufacturing capability is now at full-utilisation ranges. However, by way of client demand, the impression has been restricted as extra customers have been prepared to buy tech devices and equipment to enhance their work/study-from-home experiences.
    Demand for high-end manufacturers anticipated to rise in Q3 2021
    “The proportion of low- to mid-end model sales has increased faster than expected due to the economic downturn and related uncertainties. The phenomenon has indeed affected high-end brands’ performances and the overall blended ASP (average selling price) of the market,” defined the report.

    Despite the vaccination efforts being taken around the globe, the pandemic is unlikely to ease up in a brief time period. The report means that because of this, the pent-up demand for high-end TWS headsets shouldn’t be anticipated to blow up till late Q3 2021.
    Hence, main prime manufacturers similar to Apple are prone to launch their next-generation merchandise This fall onwards this yr, which ought to additional enhance the TWS market. However, the excessive development of the low- to mid-end section will stay unchanged by the yr.
    Which manufacturers led the market?
    Apple continued to dominate the TWS market in 2020 however its share declined steadily by the yr, falling under one-third of the market. It is anticipated to guide the market this yr as effectively, promoting round 84 million models. However, the report suggests Apple might lose 4 per cent market share in 2021.
    “Most anticipated is a new release from Apple, it’s first in two years. We expect it to be one of the biggest drivers of TWS market growth from Q4 2021 to the next year,” Senior Research Analyst Liz Lee mentioned, including that “Apple will maintain strong market leadership based on its loyal customer base, although its share will inevitably fall with the intensifying competition.”
    Xiaomi and Samsung stood on the subsequent two sports activities in 2020 with 9 per cent and seven per cent market share. The two manufacturers are anticipated to keep up that quantity this yr as effectively.

  • Apple patent hints at a keyboard made from tiny shows

    The US Patent and Trademark Office just lately granted Cupertino-based tech large Apple a brand new patent. The patent, noticed first by Patently Apple, permits using tiny shows on particular person keys of a keyboard. This will permit the letter/character on prime of the shows to be customisable. Hence, your entire keyboard will be capable to swap keys to modify languages or implement numerous country-specific layouts. If Apple permits it, customers could even be capable to utterly swap keys in response to their very own desire.
    The keyboard with “dynamic labels” will be capable to change its structure in response to the duty at hand. Imagine the performance of Apple’s Touch Bar, throughout the entire keyboard. Switching languages, however, can be as handy as switching digital keypads on a smartphone. The performance may additionally maybe be prolonged to varied keys exhibiting their secondary features on show.

    However, for this idea to work on an precise keyboard, Apple must design the entire keyboard from scratch. The keys could should be now constructed of various supplies. Moreover, the selection of show may even decide how different components like battery life and warmth are balanced.
    Note that this expertise is just a patent as of now, and it’s doable that it will by no means be became an actual keyboard on a MacBook. This may very well be resulting from a number of causes, one in all which is the price of producing such a keyboard on a big scale. The price of a MacBook with such a keyboard may even go up significantly and possibly greater than persons are keen to spend. That being mentioned, there may be additionally a plus aspect to the deal. With a single keyboard that may basically flip into any regional keyboard, Apple will get rid of the necessity to produce region-specific techniques throughout the globe.