Has Apple’s next-gen CarPlay already lost the battle for next-gen cars?
Summary Android Automotive is already built into a lot of cars, whereas Apple’s next-gen CarPlay remains vaporware. The Android tech is good enough that some people may not even care about connecting their iPhones when the time comes. Apple still has some incentive to deliver the final product, though, and
“Side Quest” Expands Virtual Universe of One of Apple’s Best Programs | TV/Streaming
Apple TV+’s “Mythic Quest” has been one of the streaming company’s best comedies, an underrated examination of the increasingly difficult work/life balance, and how easy that can be thrown off in creative fields like video game development. Co-created by and starring Rob McElhenney of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” fame,and
Apple’s rumored plastic Apple Watch SE has reportedly hit a serious snag
We’ve been hearing for some time that Apple is working on a version of the Apple Watch SE with a plastic shell to offer a cheaper and more kid-friendly option, but it seems bringing that vision to life is a bit more complicated than expected. After Apple’s September event last
Apple’s iPad and MacBook lineup just got some nice upgrades
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 74, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, sorry in advance for my terrible TV taste, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve been reading about
Apple’s foldable iPhone might serve a price shock
Apple’s foldable iPhone project has so far remained in the realms of consumer tech imaginations. However, from time to time, we hear industry insiders and analysts dropping a few nuggets of information about it. The latest such prediction comes from Ming-Chi Kuo, and it’s not a good one. In his
Where to preorder Apple’s new M4 MacBook Air
UPDATE: Mar. 5, 2025, 10:15 a.m. EST This story has been updated with additional specs details. Everywhere you can preorder the new M4 Apple MacBook Air: Apple continued its “Air” week with the announcement of the M4-powered MacBook Air on March 5. The latest iteration of the popular lightweight fanless
Apple’s Lightning port was groundbreaking
Summary Lightning was initially a superior alternative to Micro-USB and its own 30-pin connectors. A few years later, though, Apple found itself clinging to Lightning despite the obvious technical superiority of USB-C. It may have been motivated by keeping production costs down while reaping money from ecosystem lock-in. Apple has
5 reasons I prefer a Windows mini PC over Apple’s Mac mini
Summary Upgrading a Windows mini PC is easier due to standardized and readily available parts. Windows mini-PCs are more suitable for gaming and offer better price points. Mini-PCs offer more variety in form factors and are cost-effective. The newest Apple M4 Mac mini has been one of the best devices
American Airlines now supports Apple’s AirTag location sharing
American Airlines has announced support for Apple’s Share Item Location feature, potentially making it easier for passengers to be reunited with lost luggage tracked with an AirTag. The airline transported 226,405,000 passengers around the world last year, making it the busiest and one of the largest carriers in the US.
