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Can you trust Apple? It would have you believe so (Trust series)

29 Apr 2024
...ad machine’ (from Apple devices). Apple now strictly controls advertisers’ access to its users. Apple owns everything you do on its devices or services: the App Store, Apple News, Apple...

Apple talks big about privacy, but it doesn’t apply to Apple’s Apps

13 Nov 2022
...other iPhone apps, including Apple Music, Apple TV, Books, and Stocks. The researchers found that the problem persists across most of Apple’s built-in iPhone apps. ‘Privacy – That is iPhone’...

Apple caught spying on you again – iPhone data not safe

22 Nov 2022
...last week. Apple talks big about privacy, but it doesn’t apply to Apple’s Apps. They stated, it is worth noting that the DSID is also sent by other Apple apps...

Apple March 2022 Announcements – new Mac Studio and Display, iPhone SE Gen3, iPad Air and M1 Ultra Chip

9 Mar 2022
...and Red 64/128/256GV $719/799/969 CyberShack’s view – Apple March 2022 Announcements are worthy updates to Apple kit Sorry to have condensed several thousands of press release carefully crafted words to...

Apple self-repair policy – allow our genius to show (or does it?)

22 Nov 2021
Apple has just announced its self-repair policy for iPhone 12 and 13 – it will enable owners to make their own repairs. The Apple self-repair policy represents what looks like...

Apple culling 541697 Apps in Q3 from its App Store – nearly 25% trashed

16 Nov 2022
...fact, it is even bigger news as it culled 439,000 in Q2. Now at 1,642,759, Apple is well behind Google Play Story (Android) at 3,553,050 apps. Why is Apple culling...

LG bundles 3-month Apple TV+ trial for existing LG TV from 2018 (AV)

6 Dec 2022
...Apple TV+? It’s a relatively latecomer to the streaming services – essentially an Apple version of Netflix or Amazon Prime. It too produces Apple-only content like this year’s Oscar Best...

Apple iPhone 6-series is now ‘vintage’ – no more support millions of phones

6 Dec 2021
...keep the inventory anymore. Apple’s vintage list also includes obsolete Mac, iPod, iPad, Beats and Watch.  Cybershack view – Apple iPhone 6-series is now ‘vintage’ At least Apple has a...

Apple iPhone 15 has USB-C charging, but it is very much same old, same old.

13 Sep 2023
...and upstream charging. This requires an optional 10Gbps rated USB-C 5W cable. We are unsure if it supports mountable external SSDs. While Apple would prefer you buy Apple accessories, the...

What is Apple MagSafe?

6 Dec 2022
Apple MagSafe is a magnetic technology built into iPhone 12 and later models. It was initially created as a safety feature for MacBook charging cords. In short, it is not...

The best 2021 flagship phone was?

1 Jan 2022
...Apple is the single player in the iOS market. There is no real competition between the Apple and Android camps anymore, and as many leave Apple as leave Android. Shortages...

Bluetooth tracker tags – seek, and you shall find (guide)

4 Jul 2023
Bluetooth tracker tags have been around for a long time. Tile made it work, and Apple popularised the category with its AirTag. Before we get too deep, you need to...

Beats Pill (2024) by Dr Dre – Well, it is all Apple now (AV review)

2 Oct 2024
...capable BT speaker for Apple lovers Here, I can say what I feel, and with due respect to Apple, it is another overpriced and underperforming Apple device. It has some...

Apple AI delayed until the coming year, even later (Smartphones)

1 Apr 2025
...from the ground up for Apple Intelligence’, as promised features are not available Apple called Apple AI ‘the start of a new era’. It promised to seamlessly cross-reference a user’s...

Q1 2024 smartphone market share – Apple lost the top spot

23 Apr 2024
...the top five brands, Xiaomi and Transsion, don’t sell here. Apple in global strife Apple’s share in the world’s biggest smartphone market fell to 15.7% in the first quarter from...

Apple is banned in China – is it, though? (smartphone)

19 Sep 2023
The Wall Street Journal reported that Apple is banned in China. Specifically, Apple iPhones can no longer be used in Government and state-owned businesses in China. About that time, the...

Apple iPhone 16e – an old/new ‘value’ smartphone

20 Feb 2025
The Apple iPhone 16e combines the iPhone 14 design, a 6.1” OLED screen, a faster A18 processor, Apple Intelligence, USB-C, and one of the iPhone 16 camera sensors. It is...

Apple continues its cliff-dive in the Q3/24 Chinese market – not its fault (smartphone)

29 Jan 2025
Apple continues its cliff-dive in the Chinese market, but it’s not because locals don’t want it. The Chinese Government (CCP) has introduced buyer subsidy programs that encourage home-grown brands. From...

NAVIG[8]R Wireless CarPlay – Android Auto or Apple Car Play for older cars (smartphones review)

19 Dec 2023
...Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. CyberShack is an Android site – we don’t have the bandwidth for both Android (70% global market share) and Apple iOS (30%), so we assume...

Apple September 2022 – iPhone 14, AirPods Pro, Watch SE/8/Ultra and Fitness+ – more evolution

8 Sep 2022
...Fitness+ A subscription service at $14.99 per month for thousands of video and audio workouts — everything from HIIT to Yoga. Apple September 2022, Apple September 2022, CyberShack Apple news...

Millions of abandoned apps on Google Play and Apple Store

16 Feb 2023
There were over 1.4 million abandoned apps on Google Play and Apple App Store in 2022, according to Pixelate’s Q4 2022 delisted mobile apps report. The good news is that...

iPhone SE Gen 3 – WTF?

10 Mar 2022
Apple’s iPhone SE Gen 3 is a so-called low-cost $719/799/969 Apple. Low-cost is a diametrically opposed position for Apple that charges $29 for a plain microfibre polishing cloth. And I...

iPhone 14 – great expectations or not?

29 Aug 2022
...a phone to its elements, you start to see where it is good, bad or indifferent. We hope Apple aficionados take that onboard. Apple Australia iPhone website CyberShack Apple news...

Do you want a charger with that? The demise of inbox accessories (opinion)

29 Apr 2022
...means less packaging. Hello, what about the bloody box you buy the charger in – FAIL. Apple said most would have a charger. Well, until iPhone 12 and 13, Apple...

Four ways Apple could improve Apple Music

13 Jul 2015
...be that complicated. If I own the music outside of Apple's streaming service, there's no reason Apple should be adding DRM to it. Sonos will be adding Apple Music support...

Apple explains the Apple Watch

7 Apr 2015
With the Apple Watch's release date fast approaching, Apple has created a number of instructional videos to walk consumers through the product's functionality. Positioned as guided tours, the videos are...

Apple adds shows to Apple Music

24 Mar 2016
...a service typically known for, well, music. Apple’s experimentation with putting shows on the subscription service doesn’t end at the Vice collaboration, though – Apple is reportedly developing a series...

iOS 9.2 now live with improvements to Apple Music and Apple News

9 Dec 2015
Apple today released iOS 9.2, the second major update to its mobile operating system since iOS 9 launched in September. As part of iOS 9.2, Apple has made a number...

Initial Apple Watch allocation sells out

13 Apr 2015
...Apple Watch Sport with Green Band – June 42mm Apple Watch Sport with Green Band – June 38mm Apple Watch Sport with Pink Band – June 42mm Apple Watch Sport...

As Apple nears peak iPhone, the question becomes “what’s next?”

27 Jan 2016
...Looking further forward, we've got Apple's automotive ambitions. CarPlay is said to be the tip of Apple's in-vehicle iceberg; an Apple-made electric car could very well be the company's long...

Six reasons why an Apple-made electric car makes sense

16 Feb 2015
...started the project in 2009. This might mean that Apple has some catch-up to do, but as the Apple Watch has proved, Apple isn't concerned about being first. Cars are...

Live Blog: Apple Watch and more?

9 Mar 2015
...the Apple Watch 5:09am – Kevin Lynch on stage demoing how one might use the Apple Watch. Lots of swiping 5:13am – Looks really easy to pay with Apple Watch,...

What to expect from Apple’s event this week

7 Sep 2015
...Thursday morning to see all of Apple’s announcements! New iPhones  Apple is unexpected to unveil two new iPhones on Thursday morning, the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. The pair...

Five things you should know if you want to pre-order an Apple Watch

10 Apr 2015
...need to know: You can try on the Apple Watch in an Apple Store before buying one  Apple isn't letting you take an Apple Watch home yet, but it has...

Apple’s upcoming software proves there’s never been a better time to be an iFan

27 Jul 2016
...It's no secret that Apple would love you to own an iPhone, an iPad, an Apple Watch, a MacBook, and maybe an iMac. There's always been benefits from owning more...

Apple TV

10 Sep 2008
...model for a hundred bucks more that should make it a better choice for families interested in this idea. Product: Apple TV Vendor: Apple RRP: From $329 Website: Apple TV...

You’ll have to charge the Apple Watch every night and that could be a problem

28 Oct 2014
Apple CEO Tim Cook today confirmed what many of us were worried about: you'll be charging the Apple Watch every night. During an on-stage interview at WSJD Live, the Wall Street...

Apple Watch Series 4 – Featuring a Stunning New Display, Electrocardiogram and Fall Detection

13 Sep 2018
...podcasts on the go with Apple Podcasts on Apple Watch, and stream any podcast in the catalog by using Siri. With Apple Watch Series 4, enriched complications offer a more...

Apple Pay will be awesome in Australia

22 Oct 2014
Apple Pay, Apple's iOS-centric contactless payment system, launched in the United States this week to some scepticism.  While Apple has managed to sign on some big names such as McDonalds,...

Apple wants to kill your wallet

9 Sep 2014
Apple today announced, alongside the iPhone 6 and Apple Watch, Apple Pay, its entry to the mobile payments space. Apple Pay is Apple's take on contactless payment technology, and allows...

Apple’s next event is on June 8, here’s what we know

15 Apr 2015
Apple overnight announced that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will take place June 8 through June 12 in San Francisco this year. WWDC is one of Apple’s most important...

Apple Watch 2 said to launch before end of the year

10 Aug 2016
...when it comes to predicting Apple's moves. This success is often attributed to connections within Apple's supply chain, as well as sources within Apple. Apple is expected to unveil its...

Review: Apple TV

17 Oct 2010
...things Apple; uber-stylish and can be set up in the time it takes to make a good coffee. And just like a good coffee, the new Apple TV won’t leave...

Apple TV 3.0 Software With Redesigned Interface

1 Nov 2009
...radio through your home theatre system. The new Apple TV software is available immediately free of charge to existing Apple TV owners, or Apple TV with 160GB capacity is available...

Apple TV—coming to an iPad near you?

30 Sep 2010
...mobile Apple TV. And what Apple has never made a big noise over is that Apple TV runs on iOS, the same operating system running on the iPhone, the iPod...

Apple’s biggest backtracks, or the arrogance of being Jobs

11 Jun 2015
...In fact, Apple's late CEO Steve Jobs was known to make sweeping statements about things the company would never do, such as making a bigger iPhone. Apple Music is the...

Musicians will be compensated for Apple Music free trial thanks to Taylor Swift

22 Jun 2015
Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice president of Internet Software and Services, today confirmed that Apple will now pay musicians for streams made during Apple Music's three month free trial. "Apple...

New Apple TV now available to order starting at AUD$269

26 Oct 2015
The new Apple TV is now available to order via Apple's Australian online store, with units due to ship out within three to five business days. A 32GB Apple TV...

Australians to get Apple Pay with American Express

28 Oct 2015
Australian American Express card holders will get access to Apple Pay before the end of 2015. Introduced in the United States at the tail-end of 2014, Apple Pay is Apple's...

Apple WWDC 2013 Highlights: Software And Hardware

11 Jun 2013
...other things. If you’re an Apple fan boy (or girl), you’ll be delighted to know that Apple didn’t hold back much as it made a lot of changes this year...

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2. You can limit to specific categories and combine them with a free form text search. e.g. Select the Phones category and enter "Google Pixel 9" into the text search (for reviews on the Pixel 9 series)

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4. The default is all posts in the past two years. You can also select a specific date range, or all posts since 2006.

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