T-Mobile today announced that it will be purchasing the Mint Mobile brand with an accompanying video on YouTube. The US carrier plans to purchase Mint Mobile, a company owned by Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds. The brand promotes affordable smartphones, and the recent video shows both Mike Sievert, CEO of T-Mobile, and Ryan Reynolds discussing the acquisition. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnYuN24kKd8&feature=youtu.be Currently, the deal involves the purchase of Ultra Mobile, Plum, and Mint Mobile to the tune of $1.35 billion to their parent company Ka’ena Corporation. The sum will be divided into 61% stock and 39% cash. It’s believed that both parties will come…
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Samantha Wiley
Samantha is a senior news editor at iLounge. She has been covering the technology industry for over five years, writing about Apple, Google, and other major companies. Samantha has also worked as a reporter and editor for several other publications.
Classicbot recently launched the Trashbot 2.0 Stationery Set featuring retro macOS icons. The set include a whiteboard that’s similar to a Mac desktop, a Memo Pad, a mini figure that looks like the ‘Error’ icon, and Mail, Folder, and Disk desk accessories. They have tiny magnets that can be attached to the whiteboard. Furthermore, the Disk, Folder, Mail, Error Bot, and Trashbot have distinctive stands with name tags. Philip Lee designed the accessories to look like classic mac OS icons used in the 80s. The set is a worthy addition to someone who collects retro-themed pieces or just wants some…
The Apple Trackpad makes creative work and browsing easy, and is a must-have accessory for those who engage in these practices on a daily basis. Today, the Apple Magic Trackpad (Black) is down to just $119 from its original price of $149 on Amazon. Instead of the usual white, why not go against the flow and stay classy in black? Apple’s trackpad connects wirelessly via Bluetooth, and it’s more convenient than ever. There’s no need to slot in batteries, thanks to a rechargeable built-in battery. The Apple Trackpad pairs nicely with an iPad or Mac, with a large edge-to-edge area…
The Apple Gangnam retail store is ready and will open to the public on March 31. Apple is ready to unveil its fifth Apple Store in South Korea, particularly the Seoul region. Gangnam-daero is a high-end district and will soon host an Apple Store, and Apple Gangnam will be the latest store to open after Apple Jamsil in September last year. The retail website opens on March 31 and features a multi-colored Apple logo in neon colors. This will be the same motif as the physical store. In the website description, it’s said that the district is ‘always full of…
A new commercial ad highlighting the new iPhone 14 color option has been released. ‘Hello Yellow’ is Apple’s newest ad promoting the new color for the iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14. The 39-second video shows a man who pulls out his yellow iPhone 14 and gets transported into an animated world. He walks around the city recording scenes using his smartphone- at the end of the video, the caption ‘Hello Yellow’ appears on the screen. The background music is Lio’s ‘Le Banana Split’. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1S8L7t2tu0U&feature=youtu.be The yellow iPhone joined existing color options Starlight, Midnight, Purple, Blue, and (Product)RED on March…
Apple has seeded its fourth developer beta for tvOS 16.4 to developers. The latest build of tvOS 16.4 can now be accessed via the Apple Developer Center. Beta testers can download the file straight from the Developer Center page or update their third developer beta by updating the operating system through their hardware. Apple usually launched a public beta shortly after a developer version is released. Users will have no way to install profiles starting with the current generation of software, as devices will need to be registered to show up in the device settings. New beta software for the…
Snapping up a wireless charger for your iPhone, Apple Watch, and compatible AirPods is just a matter of when. Well, it seems that the time is now because you can get the Mophie 3-in-1 MagSafe Wireless Charging Stand for just $49.99 from its original price of $90 on Amazon. MagSafe technology is meant for wireless charging convenience and if you can’t be bothered with cables. Mophie’s charging stand offers three charging options in a single neat platform and is powered by a single wire. The device can charge all three Apple devices simultaneously, or give up to 15W for the…
Apple’s wearable has saved an author’s life after repeated warnings regarding atrial fibrillation. Adam Croft, a British author, said he ignored feeling dizzy before going to bed. In an interview with BBC News, Croft mentioned that at one point he said that the ‘world was closing in’. Upon waking up in the morning, Croft was greeted with multiple Apple Watch alerts telling him that he was experiencing atrial fibrillation. He then rang the NHS’ 111 number and the medical staff recommended that he go to a hospital right away. In Bedford Hospital, Croft underwent two ECG tests and discovered that…
The Card Spot by Chipolo is now available to purchase on Apple’s online store. Chipolo Card Spots are item trackers that assume the shape of a credit card and are specifically designed to fit into wallets. The accessory lets users track their wallets in the Find My app in the Item tab from their Mac, iPad, or iPhone. A Chipolo spokesperson announced the launch recently and mentioned that the device supports the Find My app. The company’s circular tracker, One Spot is not yet available to buy at Apple.com. The Card Spot is the size of a card and fits…
The iPhone 13 lineup in refurbished edition is now available to buy on its online store in the US. Apple today added the iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 refurbished units at a lower price compared to their brand-new counterparts. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is the most expensive at $849, followed by the iPhone 13 Pro at $759 and iPhone 13 at $619. It seems that the iPhone 13 mini is not available at this time. The refurbished models are available in varying configurations, as well as capacities and color options. However, there’s only a…
If you want a premium Apple-branded keyboard for your Mac, then the Magic Keyboard should be at the top of your list. Today, the Touch ID model is down to just $119.99 from its original price of $150 on Amazon. The Magic Keyboard may not be the most dazzling keyboard around, but it’s a solid accessory that gets the job done. It’s wireless and comes with its own battery for convenience, and compatible with any Mac that has the Apple Silicon chip. Typing is a joy, as the low-profile keys respond very well and comfortable even after prolonged sessions. The…
Apple AirPods may be upgraded with several health features in a few years. Both the AirPods Pro and AirPods have the potential to become health advocates, as they’re mostly worn by users throughout the day. In line with earbuds helping wearers stay healthy, it’s believed that there will hearing enhancements as well. Mark Gurman of Bloomberg mentioned that Apple will be making AirPods upgrades to ‘make it a health tool’ over a few years’ time. The analyst mentioned that the earbuds may have ‘hearing data’ via accessories, and the health tool elements can mimic the one Apple Watch already has.…
Popular Japanese website Macotakara has recently uploaded a video of iPhone 15 mock-up units in 3D. The dummy units offer a new take on what the iPhone 15 might look like when it officially launches. Some notable features include larger camera bumps, curved edges, and smaller bezels, as well as Dynamic Island on the whole lineup. In comparison, only the iPhone 14 Pro has Dynamic Island. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xChIi6ihwb4 The new dimensions can mean that iPhone 14 cases may not be compatible with the newest iPhone 15, with the exception of the iPhone 14 Plus case being able to fit in the…
A study involving sleep habits collected from Apple Watch users has been published by the Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The Apple Heart and Movement Study stated that most people are not getting enough sleep each night based on data collected in Apple Watch. The research involves more than 42,000 users and approximately 2.9 million sleep days. The study revealed that only 31% of people are getting a minimum of seven hours’ sleep. As per the American Heart Association, the recommended amount of sleep for adults is between 7-9 hours, and not hitting the target consistently can lead to increased risk…
The AirPods 3 with Wired Charging Case has recently received a rare discount. Today, it’s down to just $149.99 from its original price of $169 on Amazon. The AirPods 3 is Apple’s latest portable earbuds model and offers several improvements over its predecessors. Spatial Audio is unlocked, along with dynamic head tracking so you can hear the sound in every direction. Built-in force sensors gives you enough controls to handle your calls or media. Both charging case and AirPods are water and sweat resistant, which means they can take a beating even if you’re exercising or outdoors. As an everyday…
The competition regulator body in the UK has extended its deadline for an investigation involving the App Store’s dominance. The CMA, or Competition and Markets Authority recently updated its case notes, saying how they will need ‘further analysis and review’. Officially, the investigation is set to conclude in May this year but then said it was still an estimate. No further explanation as to why it was extended was provided. An Apple spokesperson said that they’re ‘looking forward’ to showing the CMA how its guidelines for content, security, and privacy have made the platform a trusted marketplace for developers and…
A Redditor recently posted that the Samsung flagship camera feature ‘Space Zoom’ is more of a cheat than reality. Currently, Samsung’s flagship lineup Galaxy features a high zoom count (up to 100x) that’s augmented by 3x and 10x cameras with AI Super Resolution. As a result, the camera can get far-away shots and was deemed ‘Space Zoom’. A lot of users have used Space Zoom to take pictures of the moon. However, the level of detail could be higher because of AI effects. The Reddit post explains why the Space Zoom photos are ‘fake’, and went on to discuss it…
Analyst Ming Chi Kuo recently talked about how the latest HomePod will have a 7-inch screen. Apple is rumored to be working on a HomePod with a significantly larger display in an effort to fuse Apple TV+ and the smart speaker. The analyst specified a date on when this might become reality, and it’s sooner than you’d think. https://twitter.com/mingchikuo/status/1634070192086220800?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed Kuo further said that the component will come from a new supplier that has a track record of making Android displays. He mentioned Tianma as the panel supplier to help with the redesigned HomePod. Once launched the HomePod allows a tighter…