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  Apple has recently adjusted its AppleCare+ pricing structure for iPhones, implementing a $0.50 increase in monthly subscription fees across all models in the United States. For instance, the standard AppleCare+ plan for the iPhone 16 now costs $10.49 per month , up from the previous $9.99. This change affects both the standard and the Theft and Loss monthly plans for the current iPhone lineup.   It’s important to note that this price adjustment applies solely to monthly subscription plans . The two-year upfront payment option for AppleCare+ remains unchanged in terms of pricing. However, Apple is discontinuing the option for U.S. customers to pay for two years of AppleCare+ upfront in physical stores or through the AppleCare menu . Customers are now required to opt for a monthly or annual subscription, with Theft and Loss coverage included by default, leading to higher overall prices. Despite this, the fixed two-year plans and options without Theft and Loss are still av...

  Huawei's Mate XT Tri-Fold Samsung is advancing the development of an innovative tri-fold smartphone, further strengthening its leadership in the foldable device market. Since entering this segment in 2019, the company has launched models like the Galaxy Fold and Galaxy Flip, which fold in different ways: the Fold opens horizontally like a book, while the Flip has a vertical fold. Now, Samsung plans to introduce a device that folds into three parts, offering an even more versatile user experience. According to recent reports, this new device could be called the Galaxy G Fold, establishing a distinct product line from the current Z Fold models. When fully unfolded, the device is expected to feature a screen size of approximately 10 inches, surpassing the Z Fold6, which has a 7.6-inch display when open【MacRumors】. Although Huawei has already released the Mate XT Ultimate, a tri-fold smartphone, its availability is limited, and it is not sold in markets like the United States. This p...

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  Article taken from 9TO5MAC Apple’s  big lineup for this fall  is nearly ready for launch. The iPhone 16 event is  only weeks away , and there’s a long-awaited product likely to make an appearance: AirPods Max 2. Historically, Apple prefers launching new AirPods products at its September events, so the wait for AirPods Max 2 should be over soon. Here’s what to expect from the new AirPods Max 2. New chip with powerful audio features Even though the current AirPods Max carry a premium price tag, they’re lacking a lot of features found in the  much more affordable AirPods Pro 2 . That’s set to change with the AirPods Max 2. AirPods Max 2 are expected to receive a new chip, likely the H2 found in the current AirPods Pro 2. This H2 chip will enable AirPods Max users to experience powerful new audio features currently exclusive to the Pro line. These include: Adaptive Audio, which dynamically blends Transparency and Noise Cancellation modes in response to your enviro...

  Article Taken from 9TO5Mac Apple’s annual iPhone event is expected to be held  as soon as September 10th , where we’ll see iPhone 16, new  AirPods , some new  Apple Watch  models, and potentially more. However, the introduction of new products also means saying goodbye to older ones. These are some Apple products you probably won’t be able to buy from the Apple Store as soon as next month. iPhone 15 Pro & iPhone 15 Pro Max Ever since the iPhone XS and XR were introduced in 2018, Apple has been  discontinuing  flagship iPhones just a year after they’re introduced, likely because they’re just all too similar, and Apple would rather you buy one of their entry-level iPhones if you’re looking to save some money. There’s no reason to expect that tradition to change, so we’ll likely be saying goodbye to Apple’s first iPhone with titanium next month. It’s also likely to be the last Pro iPhone to come with 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch screen sizes, since the iPh...

Apple today   announced   that customers and independent repair shops will be able to utilize used genuine Apple parts in repairs starting later this year. Apple  told  The Washington Post  that the new policy will initially apply to parts for iPhone 15 models and newer, including screens, batteries, and cameras. Apple's press release said the policy will eventually extend to used biometric sensors for Face ID and Touch ID. Apple's existing parts "pairing" process will confirm whether or not a used part is genuine. In the fall, Apple says calibration for both new and used genuine Apple parts will happen on device after the part is installed. If an iPhone has been repaired, a "Parts and Service History" section appears in the Settings app under General → About, and Apple says it will be expanding this section to show whether a genuine part is new or used. Apple also announced that customers and service providers will no longer need to provide a device's s...