Vanessa Hand Orellana

2019 iPhones could get important battery upgrades

In this week’s Apple Core rundown we’re taking a look at the latest iPhone 11 rumors and why Apple may have to wait even longer to bring 5G connectivity to the iPhone. Also: Why Apple’s new Powerbeats Pro could give the AirPods 2 a run for their money, and how the demise of the AirPower …

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iPhone XS Max vs. Galaxy S10 Plus: Which phone has the best camera?

The Galaxy S10 Plus added two new lenses to its already impressive camera array (one on the back and one on the front) and some useful software features that might just give it an extra edge on the competition. I took the S10 Plus on a weeklong photo shoot alongside the iPhone XS Max, another camera giant, to find out …

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AirPods 2, iMac update, new iPad Mini and everything else Apple announced

This week Apple released major updates to three of its products: two new iPads (Air and Mini) on Monday, an upgrade to its iMacs on Tuesday, and second-generation AirPods on Wednesday, all this before its actual launch event set for Monday March 25. With hardware out of the way, it would seem like the Cupertino giant is setting the stage to …

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Galaxy S10 Plus ceramic vs. glass: Which phone survived our drop test?

Samsung’s new Galaxy S10 Plus has the same signature curves and aluminum frame as previous models. It’s a great-looking combination that hasn’t been so great at surviving our drop tests. The glass backs on both the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S9 cracked on the first drop from hip height. This time around, however, the glass on the front of the …

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A foldable iPhone: Will Apple bend to the trend?

In this week’s Apple Core rundown, we’ll take a look at how Apple fits into the foldable phone trend, the hurdles it has to clear to make an iPhone bend, and how soon the company could release a competitor to Samsung’s Galaxy Fold. We’ll also learn about the latest health feature rumored to be coming to the Apple Watch, the …

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LG V50 will be Sprint’s first 5G device this spring

LG and US carrier Sprint unveiled the LG V50 ThinQ 5G phone on Sunday at MWC 2019 in Barcelona. It’s the Korean phone-maker’s first 5G-enabled device, meaning it’ll connect to the latest generation of high-speed mobile data. As one of the first few high-end 5G phones, it’ll also directly compete with Samsung’s recently launched 5G phone, the Galaxy S10 5G. …

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Galaxy Watch Active, and Galaxy Fit: A hands

Samsung announced a new line of fitness wearables at its Unpacked event Wednesday in San Francisco; the Galaxy Watch Active smartwatch and the Galaxy Fit and Fit E sports bands. Like the Gear Sport smartwatch that Samsung released in 2017, the new Galaxy Active puts fitness features at the forefront with the ability to monitor blood pressure. But unlike its …

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What the 2019 iPhone’s rumored three rear cameras could be used for

The 2019 iPhones are rumored to have three camera lenses on their backs, but what could they be used for? The iPhone X has been spotted again on the Apple Store at a discounted price. Meanwhile, the FaceTime bug refuses to go away. Here’s a roundup of the top iPhone and Apple headlines from this week’s episode of Apple Core. What that third camera …

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CES 2019: Dyno smartwatch keeps parents connected to their kids for $149

There’s no doubt technology has made it easier for parents to keep track of their children, but introducing them to a smartphone too early can be pricey as well as having its downsides. Which is why companies like Coolpad are hoping to hit a happy, cheaper medium with smartwatches. The company’s Dyno smartwatch launches at CES 2019. It’s a clunky, …

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CES 2019: The Hupnos sleep mask claims to keep your snoring in check

The Hupnos sleep mask wants to solve your sleep problems by quieting down your snoring partner. It looks like a hybrid between a sleep mask and a scuba mask that goes over your nose to control your breathing while you sleep. The mask pairs with an app that listens to you while you sleep to determine whether or not you’re …

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