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New iPhones use Apple N1 wireless chip—and we’ll probably start seeing it everywhere

Apple's most famous chips are the A- and M-series processors that power its iPhones, iPads, and Macs, but this year, its effort to build its own wireless chips is starting to bear fruit. Earlier this spring, the iPhone 16e included Apple's C1 modem, furthering Apple's ambitions to shed its dependence on Qualcomm, and today's iPhone Air brought a faster Apple C1X variant, plus something new: the Apple N1, a chip that provides Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread support for all of today's new iPhones

Cindy Cohn Is Leaving the EFF, but Not the Fight for Digital Rights

After a quarter century defending digital rights, Cindy Cohn announced on Tuesday that she is stepping down as executive director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Cohn, who has led the San Francisco–based nonprofit since 2015, says she will leave the role later this year, concluding a chapter that helped define the modern fight over online freedom. Cohn first rose to prominence as lead counsel in Bernstein v. Department of Justice, the 1990s case that overturned federal restrictions on pu

Apple’s Best New iOS 26 Feature Has Been on Pixel Phones for Years

Ever since I was a child, I’ve despised answering the phone when an unknown number calls. Who could be on the other end? Literally anyone: an acquaintance, a telemarketer, a serial killer who’s menacingly breathing into the mouthpiece. While Apple’s upcoming Liquid Glass refresh in iOS 26 is likely to be the most immediately noticeable aspect of the software update as it starts rolling out to the public on September 15, I believe a smaller addition in iOS 26 might even have a bigger impact on h

The iPhone 17 Pro’s orange is good — and well-timed

is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Apple just announced arguably its boldest Pro iPhone color ever: the new “cosmic orange” for the iPhone 17 Pro. And to my surprise, I think it looks really good. In choosing a bold hue as its hero shade for the iPhone 17 Pro, Apple also seems to have nailed one of the season’s hottest

Apple is giving iPhone 14 and 15 users another free year of satellite features

is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users are getting another year of free access to satellite connectivity features, according to a footnote on Apple’s newsroom posts for the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro. “The free trial will be extended for iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users who have activated their d

Apple’s new Center Stage Camera always keeps you in frame

The biggest takeaway from the iPhone 17’s new front camera? You won’t have to rotate your phone to take a landscape selfie. The new square sensor allows for multiple aspect ratios to be captured at once; you just have to click to expand or switch between compositions. And that’s just the start of the phone’s new features, as revealed at Apple’s iPhone 17 reveal event, not to mention the implications of the iPhone 17 Pro’s potent camera on manufacturers targeting vloggers and content creators.

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iPhone Air is Apple’s thinnest, lightest iPhone yet

Apple announced a new iPhone Air, coming in at just 145 grams and a 5.5mm thickness as the company tries to pack a punch in a slim design. Does that also mean we might see a foldable iPhone in the near future? Apple remains behind on that form factor, but the Air brings it one step closer to competing with the likes of Samsung and Google’s foldable lineups.

I want to love Apple’s new iPhone Air, but the iPhone 17 is a better deal

My husband is a gadget enthusiast. He’s already on his second folding smartphone — a Galaxy Z Flip7 — after having a Motorola Razr when it first came out. I’m more of a “convince me” kind of gadget lover. If I see a reason to get excited, I’m in. Otherwise, I’ll stick with what I’ve got until I have a reason to upgrade. I still remember when Apple came out with Touch ID to end password fatigue. I bought one immediately. I’ve been in the Apple ecosystem for more than a decade because my work com

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All of the new iPhones start with 256GB of storage. Finally.

There's a lot to like about the new iPhone lineup: new selfie cameras , a new unibody frame and a even a super-thin iPhone, if that's your thing. All of the new phones share one important upgrade you might have missed during Apple's 72-minute livestream, though: they all start at 256GB of storage. For the first time in four years, Apple raised the base-level storage on its entire iPhone lineup. Since the iPhone 13, Apple's phones have started at 128GB for the cheapest configuration. Now, the iP

Why I'm tempted to upgrade from iPhone 16 Pro to iPhone 17 Pro: 3 big reasons

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Apple just launched its iPhone 17 Pro. The new model includes some enticing upgrades. I have had the 16 Pro for one year, and might trade it in. While most people choose to wait several years before upgrading their iPhones, that's a bit more challenging for tech aficionados like myself. I really wanted to hold out on upgrading my daily driver, the iPhone 16 Pro, but after watching today's laun

Axial Twist Theory

Scientific theory in vertebrate development Axial twist Schema of the proposed development of the axial twist. Developmental phases are (from top to bottom): (1) the embryo turns on its left side; (2) the anterior head grows in the same direction, but the rest of the body grows oppositely into a twist. So that ultimately (3) external bilateral symmetry is regained. Note that there is no evolutionary pressure for internal symmetry so the heart (and other organs) remain asymmetric. Details System

iPhone Air

September 9, 2025 PRESS RELEASE Introducing iPhone Air, a powerful new iPhone :br(xl)::br(l)::br(m): with a breakthrough design iPhone Air features an impossibly thin and light :br(xl): :br(l):design that is more durable than any previous model, :br(xl): :br(l):with innovative camera experiences and :br(xl): :br(l):remarkable all‑day battery life CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today debuted the all-new iPhone Air, the thinnest iPhone ever made, with pro performance. iPhone Air features a breakt

Apple Makes Bold Claim for New A19 Pro Chip in iPhone Air and 17 Pro

When Apple releases a new iPhone, it's always quick to point out how much faster it is than last year's iPhone. Often, it boasts a big percentage jump in performance. After showing off iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro at its "awe dropping" September event, Apple did just that with the new A19 Pro chip. Apple says the iPhone 17 Pro offers up to 40% better sustained performance than the iPhone 16 Pro. Regarding the iPhone Air's AI performance, Apple estimates that the new neural accelerators located

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I Held Apple's Wildly Thin iPhone Air, and I'm Already Obsessed

Apple debuted its super-slim iPhone Air on Tuesday, and after getting my hands on the device at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, I'm amazed at just how thin and lightweight it really is. At just 5.6mm thick and 165 grams, it's one of those phones you may just have to hold to understand its appeal. I look forward to finding out if what's on the inside lives up to that show-stopping design. With the iPhone Air in one hand and my iPhone 16 Pro Max in the other, the difference between the two d

I'm a Photographer and YouTuber and I'm Stoked for the iPhone 17 Pro's Cameras

At its "awe dropping" event Tuesday, Apple whipped the covers off its latest iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, which pack a whole host of updates, including a divisive new orange color. But as a professional photographer it's the cameras I'm especially excited about and the new Pro models boast a plethora of updates that have got the tech nerd in me quivering with excitement like a jelly on a balance board. Let's dive in and find out more. Longer telephoto zoom First up, the telephoto zoom. While the

CNET Debates: Is Apple's New Crossbody Strap a Great Idea or a Terrible One?

One thing you can be sure of during an Apple event is that it will generate immense quantities of discourse among CNET's seasoned nerds -- and no, we don't always agree with one another. Is the iPhone Air totally pointless and uncalled for, or the best design innovation since very thinly sliced bread? Both can be true, depending on whom you ask. Watch this: Everything Announced at Apple's iPhone 17 Event in 7 Minutes 07:18 Among the many announcements on Tuesday that sparked conflicting opini

Watch All of the Big Moments From Apple's iPhone 17 Event

Tuesday's "awe dropping" Apple event keynote has come to a close with the reveals of the latest iPhones, AirPods and Apple Watches. As it turns out, many of the leaks and rumors that widely circulated before the event turned out to be fairly accurate, though there were still a good amount of surprises. We were treated to a presentation that included new information about the AirPods Pro 3, three new Apple Watches (including an Apple Watch SE and an Apple Watch Ultra), the iPhone 17, iPhone Air

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Hands-on with Apple’s new iPhones: Beauty and the beast and the regular-looking one

CUPERTINO, Calif.—We're a long way from the days when a new iPhone launch just meant one new phone. It shifted to "basically the same phone in two sizes" a decade or so ago, and then to a version of "one lineup of regular phones and one lineup of Pro phones" in 2017 when the iPhone 8 was introduced next to the iPhone X. But thanks to Apple's newly introduced iPhone Air, the iPhone 17 lineup gives new phone buyers more choices and trade-offs than they've ever had before. Apple's phones are now a

Apple’s N1 chip extends its custom silicon into Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Thread

Apple's most famous chips are the A- and M-series processors that power its iPhones, iPads, and Macs, but this year, its effort to build its own wireless chips is starting to bear fruit. Earlier this spring, the iPhone 16e included Apple's C1 modem, furthering Apple's ambitions to shed its dependence on Qualcomm, and today's iPhone Air brought a faster Apple C1X variant, plus something new: the Apple N1, a chip that provides Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread support for all of today's new iPhones

Here’s a first look at the iPhone 17

Apple’s big fall event just wrapped up, and we rushed out of the Steve Jobs Theater to get our hands on the latest iPhones. Here’s a look at the new iPhone 17, Apple’s base model this year, which is joined by the thinner iPhone Air and beefier iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max — there’s no Plus this time around. The first place to start is the rear camera. Not because a lot has changed here, but rather because it hasn’t: while the iPhone 17 Pro and Air have both adopted new horizontal camera “plateaus,

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Help, I have been charmed by the iPhone Air

It’s my fifth year in a row writing about Apple’s annual iPhone event, and I have never actually been tempted to buy the latest and greatest iPhone. Like my colleague Julie Bort, I’ve always waited to upgrade my phone until it’s absolutely necessary. But then, the iPhone Air came along. I want it. Apple’s new iPhone 17 line is impressive in its own right, but this generation of devices marks the first time that Apple has made an iPhone Air. Like the MacBook Air, it’s a thinner, sleeker device,

What’s the battery life of the new iPhone Air? Here’s what Apple says

The new iPhone Air features a stunningly thin design, comprising a 5.6mm thick chassis with a protruding camera plateau. But ultra-thin phones come with tradeoffs, and there’s been a lot of consternation about the battery life of the iPhone Air. Here’s what Apple says about the kind of battery life you can expect from the new iPhone Air … Firstly, if you watch Apple’s event video or read the press release, Apple says the iPhone Air has great “all-day battery life”. The company says it achieve

Spigen’s all-new iPhone 17 cases show you don’t have to sacrifice style for protection

It’s September, and that means the new iPhones are now out! Whether you’re opting for the iPhone Air, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, or iPhone 17 Pro Max, Spigen is ready with all-new cases that make the new models—and their refreshed iPhone design—look even better. If all you want to do is protect your iPhone, there are many cases to choose from. What makes Spigen stand out is its heritage as a design company, seeking not just to keep your iPhone safe, but to ensure it looks its absolute best. The

iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro: Here’s everything new

Apple unveiled its flagship iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max earlier today at the ‘Awe dropping’ event alongside new AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and more. Here’s how the new iPhone 17 Pro compares to last year’s 16 Pro models. Displays and durability: Brighter and more scratch resistant iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max come in the same 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch sizes as their predecessors. One advantage of this year’s models is they can get even brighter outdoors, and have 2x better outdoor contrast.

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iPhone 17 Pro Max is Apple’s first $2,000 model…if you get 2TB

Apple’s flagship iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are here, and the Pro Max includes a 2TB storage option for the first time ever. Before you start celebrating though, be sure to check the price tag. Highest iPhone 17 Pro Max storage tier will cost you Ahead of today’s ‘Awe dropping’ event, rumors about iPhone 17 price increases were rampant. It turns out, Apple did raise some prices, but they’re arguably not strict “increases.” For example, iPhone 17 Pro now starts at $1,099, up from $999 last yea

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The iPhone 17 Pro has an aluminum case and vapor chamber cooling

While all eyes are likely on the iPhone Air this year, Apple is introducing several new features in the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max that should keep its more demanding users satisfied. The company says it went back to the drawing board to develop a new unibody aluminum case, a vapor chamber cooling system and the biggest batteries ever put into iPhones. There’s also a completely revamped rear design, featuring a new horizontal camera module and combination of aluminum and Apple’s Ceramic Shield 2

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Every iPhone 17 model compared: Should you buy the base model, Air, Pro, or Max?

Apple's iPhone 17 lineup is officially here, bringing four new devices to the table. As expected, the series consists of upgrades to past models such as the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. But this generation is shaking things up by introducing the iPhone Air -- a new addition that Apple says is "the thinnest iPhone ever made." And for the first time in several generations, there will not be a "Plus" model. Also: How to clear your iPhone cache (and why you should do it before u

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Show HN: Vicinae – a native, Raycast-compatible launcher for Linux

Vicinae (pronounced "vih-SIN-ay") is a high-performance, native launcher for your desktop — built with C++ and Qt. It includes a set of built-in modules, and extensions can be developed quickly using fully server-side React/TypeScript — with no browser or Electron involved. Inspired by the popular Raycast launcher, Vicinae provides a mostly compatible extension API, allowing reuse of many existing Raycast extensions with minimal modification. Vicinae is designed for developers and power users

I still love PHP and JavaScript (2022)

Why I Still Love PHP and Javascript After 20+ years 01 Aug, 2022 Over the last twenty years, I have used over a dozen languages professionally, from C to Common Lisp, from Java to Python, from C++ to Typescript. Yet, I love janky programming languages. In particular, I really enjoy PHP and Javascript. Here's why. They are used by people who get shit done. This makes it easy to find people who: understand business needs, can iterate quickly have shipped and maintained many projects in th

YouTube is a mysterious monopoly

YouTube is a mysterious monopoly Yesterday I saw this Bluesky post from Adrian Black. He runs Adrian’s Digital Basement, a retro computer repair channel I really enjoy. In the post, he points out a trend I didn’t know about: YouTube views seem to have fallen off a cliff recently. Further down the thread, Jeff Geerling linked to a blog post on the subject. Geerling is another technology YouTuber whose work I enjoy. He’s also seen a large drop in views. In that post, Geerling shares some data: w