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‘Holy Grail’ 2007 Apple iPhone sells for record Rs 1.5 crore
Originally retailing at $599, the lot was expected to fetch in the region of $50,000- $100,000 - but broke all previous records. The original iPhone 7 lot, run by LCG Auctions, attracted 28 bids in total and sold at nearly 400 times its original price, reports the BBC.
Russia bans govt officials from using iPhones over alleged surveillance concerns
Russia's Federal Security Service (FSS) has told thousands of officials to stop using iPhones and other Apple products like iPads, reports the Financial Times. Beginning July 17, employees at Russia's trade ministry will no longer be allowed to use iPhones at the workplace, the report added.
Apple may introduce new colours for iPhone 15 lineup
The comapny is expected to introduce two new colour options for the iPhone 15 lineup -- a dark red colour for the iPhone 15 Pro and a green colour for the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus, reports Gizmochina. The new red colour for the iPhone 15 Pro is named "crimson" and will likely be slightly lighter than the iPhone 14 Pro's deep purple colour.
Apple makes it super easy to switch from Android to iPhone
One can start the Android to iOS switching process by downloading the ‘Move to iOS’ app on your Android phone. It securely transfers your contacts, messages, WhatsApp content, photos, videos, email accounts and calendars from your Android phone to your iPhone.
iPhone 15 Pro Max may feature new custom button
Leaked images of a protective case for the iPhone 15 Pro Max have surfaced online, reports Gizmochina. The images provide an insight into the modifications to the company’s upcoming flagship device's appearance and were posted by prominent leaker Majin Bu.
Apple's Self Service Repair programme now available for iPhone 14 lineup
"Since April 2022, Self Service Repair has given anyone with experience repairing electronic devices access to the same manuals, genuine Apple parts and tools used at Apple Store locations and Apple Authorised Service Providers," the iPhone maker said. The tech giant will also make the System Configuration process used for iPhone repairs, such as displays, batteries, and cameras, even easier to use.
Apple iPhone 16 may upgrade to Wi-Fi 7
Currently, the iPhone 14 smartphone comes with Wi-Fi 6. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo tweeted on Monday: "Apple will aggressively upgrade hardware specifications to build a more competitive ecosystem for Vision Pro. "The ecosystem is one of the key success factors for Vision Pro, including the integration with other Apple hardware products, and related main hardware specifications are Wi-Fi and UWB."
Endefo to invest Rs 200 cr in India, eyes 10% wearable market share
The Dubai-based brand, under the Ashtel Group of companies, said it is set to launch six verticals -- smart watches, sound bars, portable speakers, TWS (true wireless stereo), BoomBox and party speakers. The products will be accessible through more than 2,000 large retail outlets, Amazon, and the company's own e-commerce platform, it said in a statement.
Apple iOS 17 offers new 'Look up' option in image cutout feature
The iPhone maker had made many announcements at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) event on Monday, but due to lack of time, it didn't mention many of the new iOS features onstage, reports TechCrunch. Those unannounced features include the ability to tap on a food item in an image and search for similar recipes.
Hackers target iPhones with unknown malware via iMessages to spy on users
Cybersecurity company Kaspersky discovered the mobile Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) campaign targeting iOS devices with previously unknown malware. Dubbed as 'Operation Triangulation', the ongoing campaign distributes zero-click exploits via iMessage to run malware gaining complete control over the device and user data, with the final goal to "hiddenly spy on users".
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