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Belkin’s new Boost wireless chargers feature turbo charging for Apple Watch Series 7

In case you missed it, one of the key new features of the Apple Watch Series 7 is that it charges faster than previous Apple Watches when paired with the included new Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger. Apple says the new fast-charging system charges the Watch Series 7 up to 33% faster, so you can reach 80% …

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Is your Apple Watch waterproof? Sort of

We’ve been programmed to keep our favorite gadgets away from water at all costs, especially if it’s an expensive piece of tech. But with most Apple Watch models, you don’t have to worry about getting it a little wet while washing your hands or if you forget to take it off before jumping into a swimming pool. Heck, all of …

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How Apple’s larger

The Apple Watch’s display doesn’t feel so small anymore. In fact, it’s getting surprisingly expansive. The new, larger-screen Watch Series 7 didn’t get a ton of new changes, but its larger and slightly curved OLED screen is another step toward making Apple’s 6-year-old wearable feel like an all-screen device. All of this could eventually lead to a transformation of how Apple …

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Apple’s WatchOS 8.1 update lets you keep your COVID vaccination card on your wrist

Apple released WatchOS 8.1 on Monday along with MacOS Monterey and iOS 15.1. WatchOS 8.1 is the first update to the WatchOS 8, which launched in September. The new update for the Apple Watch includes support to house your vaccination card in the Wallet app, bug fixes, enhanced fall detection and Fitness Plus with SharePlay support, according to a report from MacRumors. CNET …

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MacOS Monterey release date: Apple launches its new OS today

This year marks the 20th anniversary of Apple’s MacOS operating system, and Apple celebrated with the release of MacOS Monterey on Monday, Oct. 25. Many Monterey features reflect how much technology has evolved in the past two decades, although we’re still waiting for some of the promised features in a future update. (Here’s how to download MacOS Monterey now.) Apple …

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Apple Watch 6 vs. Apple Watch SE: Every big difference

Apple’s newest smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 7, made its debut at the tech giant’s California Streaming event in September, and it’s now available for purchase. (Here’s how to trade in your old Apple Watch to get the best deal.) But, before committing to the Apple Watch 7, you may want to consider last year’s models.  Apple launched two new smartwatches …

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The iPod is still here, it’s just evolved

Twenty years after the first iPod debuted, it’s hard to find whether iPods even exist anymore on Apple’s website. They do, technically: One iPod Touch model remains. But really, iPods are kind of everywhere now. In 2021, Apple has atomized the iPod and spread its spirit into everything else.  In the fall of 2001, I was living in Los Angeles …

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You can now preorder the Apple Watch Series 7: Where to buy, when it will ship and more

Apple announced the new Apple Watch Series 7 weeks ago at its “California Streaming” product launch. Now, Apple’s new smartwatch is available for preorders. This upgrade comes with a larger screen — 41mm and 45mm sizes, each 1mm larger than Series 6 models — and a more durable frame with IP6X dust resistance. The Watch Series 7 also has a full QWERTY keyboard interface …

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Apple Watch Series 7: All the questions we still have about Apple’s newest smartwatch

Apple gave us a preview of the Apple Watch Series 7’s more durable design, larger screen and new colors during its iPhone 13 launch event on Sept. 14. While we know a lot about the high-level upgrades, some details remain a mystery. The Apple Watch Series 7 starts at $399, just like last year’s Series 6. Apple recently announced that the …

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Apple Watch 7 arrives Oct. 15: Here’s what to know

The Apple Watch Series 7 starts at $399 and is coming Oct. 15, with preorders starting this Friday, Oct. 8. It was announced at Apple’s event back in September, but after a short delay it’s making its way to stores soon. The changes don’t seem that dramatic: it has a larger display with thinner bezels, a faster-charging battery that promises 8 hours of …

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