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LAPD actually warns residents not to microwave their iPhone 6

Not putting much faith in the common sense of Los Angeles residents, the LAPD issued a warning on Twitter this week attempting to dissuade the public from placing their iPhones in the microwave.

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iOS 8.0.1 update causes problems, pulled by Apple

Apple released the iOS 8.0.1 update on Wednesday. The update addresses user problems with third-party keyboards and other features. It also resolved the HealthKit bug.

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Don’t install that iPhone update! How to bring your iPhone back to life and reinstall iOS 8.0

Apple's first update for iOS 8 seems to have suspended cell service and Touch ID functions on many iPhones. Here's how to get rid of iOS 8.0.1 and reinstall iOS 8.0.

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Apple issues its first iOS 8 update: Here’s everything we know

iOS 8 is official and it will arrive on the iPhone 6 on September 9. Users will probably be able to download it on September 17. Here's everything we know about Apple's new mobile OS so far.

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How to install custom keyboards on iOS 8

iOS 8 is out! Here's how to install custom keyboards on your iPhone and iPad.

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Here are the latest rumors swirling around the 2014 Apple MacBook Air

Apple is due for a new MacBook Air, and the rumor mill is in full churn. This time, however, some of the speculation makes sense. Here's what we've heard about the new Air - and what we think will actually happen.

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15 HD apps and games to showcase your new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus

Looking for the perfect app for your new iPhone 6 or 6 Plus? We've found 15 of the best iPhone 6 and 6 Plus optimized apps currently available in Apple's App Store.

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Kindle Unlimited book buffet now available for voracious readers in the UK (Updated)

Amazon's popular $10 per month ebook subscription service, Kindle Unlimited, has been available since July in America. Now, the company has opened it up to customers in the UK too.

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How to install widgets in iOS 8

Learn how to install Today Widgets, helpful app extensions that can be used directly from your notification tray.

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iPhone 6 Plus embroiled in #Bendgate, but it probably won’t happen to you

Some users say their new iPhone 6 Plus handsets are now bent after hours spent in their pockets. The scandal is known as #Bendgate on Twitter. Will it happen to you?

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Rumored 12-inch MacBook Air with Retina could come with USB Type-C, multiple colors

A new rumor indicates that the unannounced 12-inch MacBook Air with Retina could ship with the upcoming, thinner version of USB 3.0. Learn more here.

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iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus units reportedly smuggled to China in Twinkie boxes

Because the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus haven't been given regulatory approval by the Chinese government, some Chinese citizens are resorting to the black market. A few smugglers sent the new iPhones in Twinkie boxes.

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How to make the switch from a Windows Phone to an iPhone

Making the switch from a Windows Phone to an iPhone isn't always the easiest despite what Apple may leave you to believe. Fortunately, our guide lays out the intricacies, from transferring important contacts and photos to precious music and more.

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12 hot new keyboards you can download on iPhone and iPad

Apple finally announced that it will allow the integration of third-party keyboard apps in iOS 8. So far, leading alternative keyboard creators SwiftKey, Swype, and Fleksy have confirmed that their keyboards will work on the new version of iOS.

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These retailers and companies will support Apple Pay

Here is a list of all the vendors, retailers, and companies that plan to support Apple Pay when it launches in October. Find out if your favorite retailer is onboard.

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10 annoying problems with iOS 8 (and iPhone 6) and how to fix them

Apple’s latest platform update offers some enticing new features, but for some people it has also caused some issues. Here are the main iOS 8 problems people have been complaining about with advice on how to work round or fix them.

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Boost Mobile teases it’ll sell the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, but stays silent on price

Boost Mobile has confirmed it will soon sell Apple's latest smartphones, the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, but is keeping quiet about two very important details: When and how much.

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The iPhone 6 clone wars continue with the Sophone i6

The iPhone 6 clone wars didn't stop with the Goophone i6. Another clone, called the Sophone i6 is also available for purchase. For $140, you'll get a MediaTek quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, and Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.

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Phablet reviews before and after iPhone 6 Plus (Everyone got it wrong)

Does the Apple iPhone 6 have something special? Can it succeed where others have …. well, already succeeded? And more importantly, are tech reviewers being fair when they review the iPhone 6 Plus? Here’s what they said today, and how they reviewed earlier…

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Apple’s new iPhone 6 models praised for best LCD screen, fast processor, and durability

Apple's iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus were not only praised for their best-in-class LCD screens, but also for their fast processors and superior durability. Doing the praising were DisplayMate, Anandtech, and Squaretrade.

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Apple sells record 10 million iPhone 6 and 6 Plus units over first weekend

Apple sold 10 million iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus units during the opening weekend. The two new iPhones broke the previous record of 9 million iPhones sold last year when the iPhone 5S and 5C launched.

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Looking for a snuggle? You’ll want Cuddlr, which is like Tinder for hugs

If Tinder is a little too forward for you, and all you want its a nice hug, then you want Cuddlr. This new iOS app will connect you with local, prospective cuddles, for innocent (but a bit weird) fun.

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How to take a screenshot on an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

Learn how to take an iPhone screenshot or iPod Touch screenshot with just a few simple steps. Screenshots from the iPhone and iPod Touch can be emailed, giving you the ability to capture anything on your device and quickly show it off to friends.

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How to make the switch from iPhone to Windows Phone

Despite what you might think, switching from an iPhone to a Windows Phone is not a particularly tough task. Check out our step-by-step guide for details on how to transfer your contacts, photos, music, and more to a Windows Phone using Dropbox and other apps.

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Let Bono be a lesson: Celeb tech endorsements are better for laughs than sales

Apple's embarrassing flirtation with U2 and subsequent backlash only proves the obvious: Picking random celebrities to endorse phones and other gadgets is a recipe for disaster. Because as much as publications like TMZ suggest otherwise, we're not as dumb and…

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Apple iPhone 6 review

After years of eschewing larger screen sizes, Apple has finally submitted to peer pressure and released two significantly larger iPhones. The iPhone 6 may be the more petite of the…

  • Pros: Crisp, bigger screen , Premium build quality , Great camera…
  • Cons: Small battery , Not waterproof , No microSD card

Apple iPhone 6 Plus review

We review the iPhone 6 Plus, Apple’s biggest phone to date. Surprisingly, we really like it.

  • Pros: Industry-leading design, build quality , Reachability…
  • Cons: 16GB storage on base model is not enough , Large size is too…

How to set up Family Sharing in iOS 8

Apple has made it easier than ever to connect with your family in iOS 8. To help you get set up with Family Sharing, we've set up this simple walkthrough.

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