KitKat has launched an online tracker for stolen chocolate bars, and the company firmly says it’s not an April Fool’s joke.
Get $10 Off When You Spend $50 on Easter Candy, Toys, and Games at Amazon
Spend $50 at Amazon on Easter candy, toys, and games to save $10 on your purchase.
20+ Remaining Amazon Spring Sale Deals I’m Sharing in the Group Chat
The Amazon Big Spring Sale might be over, but you can still score extended deals on Bissell, Apple, Drybar, and more. Here’s what to shop before they disappear.
The Trump Administration’s Antitrust Honeymoon Ends
“It’s not personal, Sonny, it’s strictly business.” That quote was first delivered by mob boss Michael Corleone in The Godfather, but last Monday, it became the title of a speech by the Justice Department’s acting antitrust chief Omeed Assefi. At a George Washington University event co-hosted with the publication MLex, Assefi described an agency firing […]
Snapchat’s ‘Reals’ Joke Mocks Instagram’s Numerous Imitations
It’s April Fools’ Day, and Snap is using the occasion to “announce” that it’s switching the name of Snapchat’s Spotlight feed, the app’s Instagram Reels-like feed of shortform vertical videos, to “Reals.” In a video featuring co-founder and CEO Evan Spiegel, Snap also includes a description of “Reals” as a place where “real people share […]
I Compared a Living Room of Affordable Ikea Speakers to Sonos and Bose
Ikea’s $10 Kallsup Bluetooth speaker is fun and colorful and sounds better than its price suggests. It’s not mind-blowing (it is a $10 speaker, after all), and there are no features to speak of, other than the ability to connect up to 100 of them together, but at that price, I don’t really care. They’re […]
SpaceX secretly files for IPO, aiming for a potential $1.75 trillion valuation, report claims
The company has also lined up an unusually large number of 21 banks to manage the mega IPO, internally codenamed âProject Apex.”
Apple Lowers Cost on Its Highly-Rated Display
a couple of weeks ago, Apple launched a fresh Studio Display alongside the brand-new Studio Display XDR, which BGR has already evaluated. In an unusual decision, the company is reducing the price of its priciest monitor. As noted by MacRumors, Apple is now pricing the Studio Display XDR with the VESA mount adapter at $2,899, down from $3,299. This also applies to the nano-texture variant, which is now available for $3,199, a drop from its previous price of $3,599.
Additionally, MacRumors highlights that Apple has revamped the purchasing process for this monitor. Users are now given the option to select their preferred stand, whether the tilt and height-adjustable version for $3,299 or the VESA mount adapter for $2,899. After completing this selection, customers can then decide if they want the regular glass or the nano-texture variant, along with the option for AppleCare coverage.
The report suggests that Apple may have reduced the price of the Studio Display XDR as many companies tend to do when offering a monitor with a VESA mount adapter since it lacks a standard stand. Nonetheless, the regular Studio Display remains priced the same at $1,599, regardless of whether customers opt for the standard version. One can only wish for a similar $400 price reduction, which would enhance the competitiveness of the second-generation Studio Display.
Studio Display XDR is Apple’s latest Pro monitor
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Apple’s recently launched Studio Display XDR has become the company’s most expensive monitor, succeeding the previous 2019 Pro Display XDR. While it’s understandable why the company has phased out this older model, along with the Mac Pro, the new display is positioned between what the Pro Display used to offer and the standard Studio Display.
The Advantages of Utilizing a Handheld GPS in the Modern Era
Google can track your location even when GPS is disabled — however, it’s important to have any maps you plan to use downloaded for offline access. This must be done prior to going offline. Most handheld GPS devices from Garmin and similar manufacturers come equipped with topographical maps, but there’s another significant advantage to standalone GPS, particularly in remote or survival scenarios: battery longevity. A specialized handheld device can provide 35 hours or more of battery life, compared to just eight to twelve hours with a smartphone. When you need to keep a reliable signal, battery power is crucial. Additionally, many handheld models feature replaceable batteries, allowing you to easily insert new ones when necessary.
What additional factors make a handheld GPS preferable over a smartphone?
iPhone Fold Anticipated to Unveil Three Distinctive Design Features Exclusive to Apple
# The Anticipated iPhone Fold: Cutting-Edge Features and Design
The iPhone Fold is expected to debut later this year, showcasing a foldable design that includes a hinge, a folding screen, and a variety of distinctive features that differentiate it from earlier iPhone iterations. Here’s an in-depth look at what this groundbreaking device may offer.
## 1. Front Camera Hole-Punch Cutout
While hole-punch camera cutouts have become typical in numerous Android devices, Apple has not yet embraced this style. Current iPhones feature a Dynamic Island, which is larger than a mere hole-punch, and the iPhone 17e sports an even broader notch. Nevertheless, the iPhone Fold is rumored to include a singular hole-punch cutout for the front camera, located at the display’s top center.
The lack of Face ID in the iPhone Fold permits this design choice. Given the device’s slim profile, Apple has been unable to fit the necessary components for Face ID into the foldable layout. Instead, the iPhone Fold will rely on Touch ID, allowing for a sleeker front display without the requirement for additional space for Face ID components.
## 2. Distinct Display Size and Orientation
The iPhone Fold will present display sizes and orientations that Apple has not previously incorporated in its iPhones. Both the inner and outer displays will be starkly different from standard iPhone screens. CAD leaks imply that the front display will be broader than usual iPhone screens, while the inner display will be compact and significantly wide, resembling a small book or notebook rather than a conventional smartphone.
The inner display’s design may evoke that of an iPad mini, yet it will still possess its unique traits, making the iPhone Fold’s overall form factor stand out in Apple’s portfolio.
## 3. Completely Buttonless Left Side
Historically, the left side of iPhones has accommodated volume buttons and the ringer switch, which has recently been superseded by the Action Button. However, rumors suggest that the iPhone Fold will have an entirely button-free left side. This design choice is likely essential to facilitate the hinge mechanism, but it may also arise from the arrangement of the device’s internal components.
As per leaker Instant Digital, the motherboard is positioned on the right side, and routing wires across the screen to the left side for buttons would be unfeasible. Consequently, the left side will be entirely devoted to the screen structure and battery, resulting in a sleek and unbroken design.
Adjusting to a button-free left side may take some time for users, but it embodies the innovative strategy Apple is adopting with its inaugural foldable iPhone.
### Conclusion
The iPhone Fold is set to introduce a range of new features and an unparalleled design to Apple’s smartphone collection. With its hole-punch front camera, unique display orientation, and button-free left side, it signifies a major evolution from conventional iPhone designs. As the launch date draws nearer, anticipation grows regarding how these innovations will enrich the user experience.
