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These are all computational photography errors. Modern mobile photography is increasingly turning into computational photography every year. And sometimes this results in very interesting incidents, as in the photo below.  [caption id="attachment_85278" align="aligncenter" width="780"] iPhone[/caption] At first glance, it may seem that everything is in order with the picture. But if you look more closely, you can see that the girl who published this photo looks different in two neighboring mirrors, and besides, neither of the mirrors reflects the girl’s real pose.  Is this iPhone possessed by the devil? Creating such an image in Photoshop or another editor is not difficult, but the caveat is that this photo was taken on an iPhone without any further processing.  The reason for this result is actually quite simple. For some reason, the iPhone algorithms mistook the girl’s reflections for other people, and since modern photos are taken by gluing together many instantly taken photographs, we see that from somewhere in this set of photos the iPhone took one girl, from somewhere else, and then I glued it all together.  The funny thing is that in the past, when there was no talk of any modern smartphones or cameras, such a photo could have been regarded as the work of the devil.  

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The final decision will be made in March Apple released its newest iPhone 15 series of smartphones less than two months ago, but is already working on its successors. Fresh details about the upcoming flagship iPhone 16 were shared by authoritative network informant Majin Bu.  [caption id="attachment_81930" align="aligncenter" width="600"] iPhone 16 Pro[/caption] What to replace: Apple is testing a prototype iPhone 16 Pro without a “dynamic island” According to the source, Apple is now testing a version of the iPhone 16 Pro, which instead of the “dynamic island” uses a round cutout in the screen for the front camera, which is more familiar to smartphone users. Majin Bu noted that this prototype may remain a prototype, and another version will appear on store shelves. The final decision will be made in March 2024. According to the source, we will most likely see this version of the design no earlier than the iPhone 17. Majin Bu supplemented the publication with a render of the iPhone 16 Pro with such a cutout.  Let's remember that Dynamic Island debuted last year on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, and in 2023 it will be used on all four models of the iPhone 15 line.  Informant Majin Bu previously revealed exact data about the iPad mini, iPhone 12 colors, iPhone 15 defects, and so on.  

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The titanium frame of the iPhone 15 Pro Max is only 18% more expensive than the metal frame of the iPhone 14 Pro Max Counterpoint Research analysts calculated the cost of components for the iPhone 15 Pro Max and found that compared to its predecessor, the iPhone 14 Pro Max, components for the smartphone cost Apple $37.7 more. It seemed that such a significant increase was provided mainly by the titanium frame of the case, but no: it accounts for only 18% of the increase in price. [caption id="attachment_80808" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] For comparison, the cost of the A17 Pro single-chip system, compared to the A16, increased by $30, and the cost of camera components increased by 34%. At the same time, due to falling prices in the memory market, Apple managed to save almost $17 on memory chips. Also, the screen costs a little less than Apple – by 4%. The cost of iPhone 15 Pro Max components has been calculated [caption id="attachment_80809" align="aligncenter" width="780"] iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] Analysts estimate that the share of components developed by Apple itself increased from 22% in the iPhone 14 Pro Max to 25% in the iPhone 15 Pro Max

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However, the Federation Council did not ban the iPhone Chairman of the Federation Council Valentina Matvienko said that the iPhone and other Apple devices definitely cannot be used for official purposes from the point of view of state security. It’s clear why people are abandoning the iPhone. At the very least, you definitely can’t use them for official purposes, because our non-partners are already listening to the whole world. This has long been proven; no one denies that such a possibility exists. From the point of view of state and personal security, of course, this already poses a certain threat. [caption id="attachment_73803" align="aligncenter" width="748"] iPhone[/caption] Valentina Matvienko added that Russia needs to continue to develop domestic industrial production, including the production of smartphones, to completely abandon Western gadgets. the head of the Federation Council said that the iPhone threatens state security Both the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Digital Development are doing this. They must be competitive in both quality and price. And with appropriate accompaniment. She added that there are no bans on the use of iPhones in the Federation Council, except at closed events: “Whether someone has an iPhone or not, it doesn’t matter, because we usually hold open meetings. But when closed meetings are held, where a certain level of secrecy is required, of course, the bringing of any phones, not just iPhones, is prohibited.” Previously, the Federal Customs Service (FCS) of Russia prohibited customs officers from using Apple products for official purposes. The Russian Ministry of Education has banned its employees from using iPhone smartphones and other Apple devices in the workplace from July 18, 2023. Last week, employees of all Rostec organizations were prohibited from using iPhone smartphones and other Apple equipment for official purposes. The Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade officially confirmed that department employees will be prohibited from using iPhone smartphones for work correspondence from July 17.

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This is the 11th-generation iPad According to Macrumors, today, October 17, Apple will introduce a new inexpensive 11th-generation iPad. The publication cites Majin Boo, who claims that the new iPad will have the same design as the 10th-generation model and that the accessories will be “perfectly compatible.” Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said on Sunday that while new iPads are in development, no new models are expected this month, and 9to5Mac and Supercharged News claim that Apple plans to introduce new iPad mini, iPad Air, and iPad models as soon as possible. Japanese site Mac Otakara reported that Apple has no plans to introduce new iPads, but will instead introduce the new Apple Pencil 3. The new iPad may be presented today, October 17 [caption id="attachment_70074" align="aligncenter" width="780"] new iPad[/caption] Previously, Majin Boo revealed the exact details about the 10th generation iPad. Last week, he was the first to report that Apple would introduce the Apple Pencil 3 with interchangeable magnetic tips.

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Users keep complaining Owners of iPhone 15 series smartphones continue to report burnt-out screens with afterimages remaining on them. This time, Mashable reported problems on the iPhone 15 Pro Max, publishing photos showing afterimages of the keyboard and various application icons. [caption id="attachment_69943" align="aligncenter" width="450"] iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] It's unclear what exactly is causing the problem and why it only affects the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models. According to iMore, OLED screens are prone to burn-in, but technology companies have found ways to mitigate this problem over the years to the point where it has become virtually non-existent. The problem of iPhone 15 Pro Max screen burn-in is gaining momentum [caption id="attachment_69945" align="aligncenter" width="450"] iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] As TV manufacturer LG states, “In most cases, TV burn-in is the result of continuously displaying static images or on-screen elements on the screen for many hours or days—with the brightness at peak levels.” [caption id="attachment_69946" align="aligncenter" width="450"] iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] It has been suggested that the problem may be the super-bright screen of the iPhone 15 Pro Max, the brightness of which can exceed 2000 cd/ m2. The overheating issue experienced by some iPhone 15 Pro devices may also play a role. Previously, a Reddit user posted a photo of his iPhone 15 Pro Max with a burnt-out screen and also talked about his experience communicating with Apple support. He was advised to wait for the official release of iOS 17.1 firmware, which could fix this problem.

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But the price of the basic iPhone 15 has risen the most with the change of generations Information has appeared on the Internet about the cost of production of new Apple smartphones. It turned out that the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the most expensive smartphone in Apple history.  [caption id="attachment_69905" align="aligncenter" width="557"] iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] iPhone 15 Pro Max production cost is the highest in iPhone history The new flagship costs Apple $558, which is 12% more than the iPhone 14 Pro Max a year ago. The iPhone 15 Pro costs $523 to manufacture, the iPhone 15 Plus costs $442, and the iPhone 15 costs $423. Interestingly, it is the base model that has risen in price the most compared to its predecessor - by 16%. Why exactly she is unclear.  [caption id="attachment_69906" align="aligncenter" width="664"] iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] Nikkei authors also note that the tetraprism telephoto camera of the iPhone 15 Pro Max is 380% more expensive than the telephoto lens with a three-fold zoom of the iPhone 14 Pro Max.   Let's remember that today we also reported that the A17 Pro SoC costs $130, which is less than what they ask for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.  

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Tech support blames iOS 17.1 beta A Reddit user posted a photo of his iPhone 15 Pro Max with a burnt-out screen and also talked about his experience with Apple support. An Apple employee claims that the iPhone 15 Pro Max's screen is showing residual images due to the use of the iOS 17.1 beta version because "this version may contain some bugs that may affect iPhone performance." The user was advised to wait for the official release of iOS 17.1 firmware, which may fix this problem. [caption id="attachment_69872" align="aligncenter" width="450"] iPhone 15 Pro[/caption] Apple named the reason for the burnout of the iPhone 15 Pro displays. Users in the comments believe that this is a hardware problem, so it won’t be possible to fix it with new firmware. The author of the publication also recommends before it is too late, rolling back to the official iPhone firmware 17.0.3 and returning the smartphone under warranty. Previously, Apple published an official comment regarding screen burn-in, which some users of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are complaining about.

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The new product will begin to be used by employees this year Apple will be able to update sealed iPhone smartphones, for which a completely new device has been created. Details published by Mydrivers Apple is reportedly testing a new tablet-shaped device that you can place a sealed iPhone on, wake it up wirelessly, automatically download and install the latest version of iOS, and turn off the device. Apple has created a new device: it is designed to update sealed iPhones [caption id="attachment_69332" align="alignnone" width="780"] iPhones[/caption] Apple intends to introduce the system in stores by the end of the year. This will avoid situations in which buyers of new smartphones must update iOS to the latest version the first time they turn it on. Apple has not yet commented on the information.

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These are particles of lunar and Martian meteorites, as well as the Murchison meteorite Caviar presented the first collection of smartphones in its history dedicated to Halloween. This time, the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have undergone modernization - “alien fossils” are built into their back panels. [caption id="attachment_69216" align="aligncenter" width="763"] iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] Three variants have been prepared within the collection, the main one being “Predator”. The back panel depicts the main character of the film of the same name, and his eyes are particles of the Murchison meteorite “with alien amino acids.” The meteorite is approximately 7 billion years old; during its study, scientists discovered 15 amino acids (including arabinose, xylose, lyxose, ribose, and hexoses). Caviar Announces iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro Max "Encrusted with Alien Fossils" [caption id="attachment_69217" align="aligncenter" width="780"] iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro Max[/caption] The image on the Starship body is inspired by the spaceship of the same name, and the image on the Astral cover shows the Universe. The design here uses particles of meteorites from the Moon and Mars, 24-karat gold, stainless steel, and aircraft-grade titanium alloy. Prices are as follows: Starship – from $7,910, “Astral” – from $9,310, “Predator” – from $8,200.

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The company could lose more than $200 billion in market capitalization The ban on Chinese officials using Apple smartphones at work has led to a serious drop in the company's shares, and it may continue. [caption id="attachment_53521" align="aligncenter" width="780"] iPhone[/caption] The ban on Chinese officials using the iPhone triggered a collapse in Apple's shares The shares have already fallen by almost 8% in total, although they have recovered a little in price since the peak. Analysts expect that the Chinese ban will ultimately cost Apple $212 billion in capitalization. It is worth noting that the ban for Chinese officials applies not only to the iPhone, but in general to all devices of foreign companies, but Apple’s position in China is especially strong, so it hit Apple the hardest. However, the ban applies only to the workplaces of officials - no one forbade them from using iPhones at home.

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She managed to leave the store unnoticed A woman in China was arrested for chewing through an anti-theft cable to steal a $960 iPhone 14 Plus. The unusual theft was recorded by a security camera. The video shows a woman named Qiu stopping in front of a smartphone stand, leaning on the counter, and placing her right hand on the phone. She bites the cable several times, puts the phone in her bag, and leaves the store. [caption id="attachment_52287" align="alignnone" width="600"] iPhone[/caption] “And she has strong teeth” - a woman gnawed through an anti-theft cable to steal an iPhone The store manager, surnamed Wang, said that an alarm went off during the theft. However, employees initially did not notice anything unusual. Shortly after Qiu left, store employees noticed the cable and the missing phone, and then called the police. CCTV footage showed what happened and police were able to track the woman down and arrest her outside the house 30 minutes after the theft. Netizens admired her teeth: “She has strong teeth.” Others were surprised: “Doesn’t she know that there are security cameras everywhere?”

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The first photo of the packaging has appeared Users in China are already posting photos of the packaging of iPhone 15 smartphones, which have already appeared in local stores. The box says that if the smartphone is activated before 8:01 am on September 13, 2023, then the seller faces a fine of $27,500 for each activation. This photo shows the packaging for the iPhone 15 Pro. [caption id="attachment_51595" align="aligncenter" width="446"] iPhone 15 Pro[/caption] iPhone 15 Pro already appeared in China, but there is a huge fine for early activation Last week, reliable analyst and insider Ming-Chi Kuo reported that Apple was starting to ship the iPhone 15 Pro Max in bulk , despite reports of supply chain issues. Today, well-known online tipster Ice Universe published a new comparison image of the iPhone 15 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra . Apple has already confirmed that the presentation of new products is expected on September 12.