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MacOS Monterey includes a new Focus tool that makes it easier for users to concentrate on what they’re doing throughout the day.

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Foxconn is increasing output of electric vehicles in China as COVID-19 appears to be easing.

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Some people find that Conversation Boost is helpful when they’re out and about, while other people find it strange and uncomfortable.

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Foxconn is increasing its outlook for the current quarter and 2022 in general, but is still not sure if the iPhone 14 will debut in that year.

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The Gamevice lineup includes updated controllers for iPhone and Lightning-based iPads. The original Gamevice controller system introduced the concept of wrapping a controller around an iPhone or iPad, and now the company has returned with updated products. The first devices in its cloud-gaming-focused lineup include controllers for iPad, iPhone, and Android phones. The Gamevice for iPad works with the 10.2-inch iPad model from the 5th to 9th generation, the iPad Air 2 and 3, and the 10.5-inch iPad Pro. This is a Lightning-based controller so it isn’t compatible with the latest iPad Pro, iPad Air, or iPad mini models. The Gamevice for iPhone is an updated version of the classic model and the Razer Kishi. It is designed to work with the large camera bump of the iPhone 13 Pro Max and is compatible with the iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone 11, iPhone 12, and iPhone 13 lineups. There is also an Android option compatible with “most” Android phones and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. This is the USB-C version and is not compatible with Apple devices. All Gamevice products will come with a free one-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass.

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Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says that Apple is expected to unveil a number of new products in the fall, including a new flagship iPhone, an updated low-end MacBook Pro, a refreshed larger-screened iMac, a new Mac Pro, a redesigned MacBook Air, second-generation AirPods Pro, three Apple Watches (Series 8, SE, and Rugged), a low-end iPad, and new iPad Pro models. According to Gurman, most of the new products are expected in the fall months, but a possible launch date for the iMac may be earlier.

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In this keynote, Steve Jobs revealed the origins of Apple’s macOS operating system. At the time, macOS was a beta release and was still in development. Jobs said that the OS X kernel was written by individuals who were “ashamed of Apple.”

In a way, this speech was a turning point for Apple. Prior to this, Apple was known for their secrecy and conservatism. After this, Apple became more open and showcased their new products in more detail. Apple also started to emphasize their customer service and how important it was for them to be responsive to their customers.

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Apple has been researching ways to fit a camera lens into an Apple Watch, and one proposal is to make it part of the familiar Digital Crown.

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Counterpoint Research says that shipments grew significantly year-on-year, despite supply chain challenges and concerns about inflation fears curbing demand for consumer electronics. The global smartwatch market recorded 13% more shipments compared to the same period last year, despite concerns over economic slowdown and inflation, according to Counterpoint Research’s recently published Global Smartwatch Model Tracker.

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macOS 13 is expected to be released in September, and it will include new features and updates over iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS.

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