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Jan 8, 2020
Parkinson’s disease: Apple registers trademark for system capable of detecting initial symptoms
On 5 December, Apple registered a rather curious trademark with the US authorities for a system capable of analysing a person’s movements and detecting ones which could be associated [...]
Jan 3, 2020
Apple hopes to sell more than 100 million iPhones in 2020 thanks to 5G
Can the arrival of 5G help Apple boost its iPhone sales? While the Californian company is hoping to see a surge in sales of its upcoming iPhone 12, its first 5G-compatible smartphone, i [...]
Nov 18, 2019
Apple set to produce connected glasses by 2020
According to Bloomberg, Apple may be set to launch its own model of augmented reality glasses in 2020. These could be synchronised with an iPhone to enrich the user experience in terms [...]
Sep 7, 2019
Apple: certain MacBook Pros not allowed on board aeroplanes due to defective batteries
A fault with the battery on certain models of MacBook Pro can cause overheating and even make the laptop explode, which has led to them no longer being allowed on board aeroplanes in th [...]
Jul 27, 2019
Self-driving cars: Apple have bought out start-up Drive.ai
Apple have bought out the start-up Drive.ai, a young company that specialises in artificial intelligence and self-driving vehicles. The main aim of this acquisition is to tap into its p [...]
May 2, 2019
Heart disease: A study shows how the Apple Watch can used in healthcare
A recent study led by a Californian medical school showed how the Apple Watch can be used to correctly identify an irregular heart rate. Just under 400,000 people took part in this expe [...]
Apr 20, 2019
Autonomous cars: Waymo ahead of Apple and Uber
A report from the Department of Motor Vehicles in California – a US state where a number of companies active in the autonomous vehicles are carrying out tests – has shown that Waymo [...]
Apr 18, 2019
Apple Watch: easier access to health information coming soon for doctors
With its new integrated ECG as well as detectors for falls and atrial fibrillation, the Apple Watch is increasingly becoming a full-scale medical monitoring tool. The iOS health applica [...]
Apr 11, 2019
Apple Watch: sleep tracking tool available for forthcoming versions of connected watches
Not only a sleep monitoring tool but also sensors to track cyclists, runners and swimmers are among the new functionalities set to be available on the forthcoming versions of the Apple [...]
Mar 5, 2019
Apple: Connected homes sector currently a real priority
Will Apple’s next product be connected locks? Rumour has it that the former CEO of Otto’s, a US start-up which specialised in this particular technology, has apparently just been re [...]
Nov 2, 2018
Hotels.com integrates Siri into its mobile application to enable hands-free travel
The Hotels.com booking platform now features Siri Shortcuts – a new Apple functionality which enables the vocal assistant to have direct access to applications. This move is designed [...]
Sep 24, 2018
Autonomous cars: Apple invents an augmented reality windscreen
Having made a series of patent applications relating to its secret autonomous vehicle project, Apple is developing an augmented reality windscreen that will enhance passenger safety in [...]
Sep 17, 2018
Apple Watch: The Series 4 pays even more attention to your health
The Apple Watch Series 4, the newest version of Apple’s connected watch, was recently presented at the brand’s September event. Equipped with an electrocardiogram function, it boast [...]
Aug 16, 2018
Apple: sun detector patent could feature on the Apple Watch and iPhone
In December 2017, Apple lodged a patent application in the USA for a sun protection quality detection system. A sensor is used to measure the quality of coverage by any sunscreens that [...]
Jun 22, 2018
Apple partnering with Volkswagen to make self-driving shuttles
Apple has turned to Volkswagen for help with a self-driving shuttle project that will link its facilities in California. The partnership will see the German carmaker provide the US gian [...]
Jan 11, 2018
Apple Heart Study seeks to improve atrial fibrillation detection
Apple Heart Study, an Apple Watch-based ResearchKit study that uses a heart rate sensor to detect potential arrhythmias, launched on 30 November.
Nov 22, 2017
Project Titan: New information unveiled on Apple’s driverless car project
Excitement levels among Apple aficionados reached fever pitch in mid-October when new images surfaced on Twitter of Project Titan, Apple's driverless vehicle. A ten-second video and a p [...]
Nov 4, 2017
Group calls for mobile modifications to improve road safety
Android, Microsoft and the GSMA asked to include an ‘opt out’ driving mode on mobile handsets.
Aug 12, 2017
iPhone 8: Scan your face to unlock!
Apple might well be on the verge of replacing fingerprint scanning with face scanning to secure access to its forthcoming iPhone 8. This new smartphone, which the brand is set to unveil [...]
Jul 18, 2017
Apple: How to keep your data secure when you travel with your Mac, iPad, and iPhone
Here are a few tips on how to keep your Apple data safe when you are travelling...
Jul 3, 2017
Apple: iPhone to double up as one-stop shop for your medical data?
Apple is looking to turn its customers' iPhones into virtual health data banks that allow users and their doctors to access their medical records. The company is currently on the looko [...]
May 14, 2017
Connected objects: Smart watches are pushing Apple up to the first place
Apple has become the leader in the connected objects sector thanks in no small part to its Apple Watch. Their closest competitors are now fitness tracker manufacturers.
