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  1. TheAppleFan2004

    Other Regarding the A17 Pro SoC...

    I know it's too early for definite iPhone 16 rumours, but what if Apple has a long-term plan with this new naming scheme? I think they're simply going to remove some of the most "Pro" features from the A17 Pro SoC for the standard iPhone 16's and rename it to the A18, while the 16 Pros will get...
  2. AjTee

    Apple Clear case scratches iPhone 14 Pro Max

    Hello, I have bought original Apple Clear case in Apple Store for my iPhone 14 Pro Max. I notified some small chips when I took of this case on a frame. I keep always my phone and case clean. Is that normal that wearing original Apple Case there could appear small chips, which I can see only...
  3. D

    iPad Air Does the new iPad Air 5th gen Space Gray color chips around the port or scratch and peel easily just as the Midnight color on the new MacBook Air M2?

    I am planning to buy the new iPad Air 5th gen in Space Gray color but seeing all the reviews in Youtube and the web about the Midnight color on the new MacBook Air M2 which chips around the ports, scratch and peel easily which reveal the silver base color underneat it I was wondering if this...
  4. TightLines

    What is the expected shelf life of the SoC M series devices?

    I am wondering if anyone has tried to calculate the expected shelf life the Apple devices that are equipped with the M series chips? My concern is when the components that were once upgradeable and replaceable, and often times by the more tech savvy and capable user themselves, now, with...
  5. PinkyMacGodess

    Intel has a plan to own the chip world. Evidently...

    Can they do it, or has too much ground been lost? Article from Wired...