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Forbes
8 hours ago
- Business
- Forbes
T-Mobile Makes Free Apple iPhone 16 Pro Offer For New Buyers
Apple's iPhone 16 Pro costs from $999. However, a new deal from T-Mobile, which the company is describing as its best-ever, promises the handset for nothing, and money towards paying off your old phone when you switch. Apple iPhone 16 Pro In other words, this offer is only available for people who are joining T-Mobile from another carrier, not existing customers. It's a limited-time offer that started in May 2025. The deal highlighted in this post was independently selected by the Contributor and does not contain affiliate links. You may have charges with your current phone provider, of course, and T-Mobile will pay off your current phone. 'Switch to T-Mobile and we'll help pay off your current phones from the other guys (even if they're locked!) up to $800 per line via virtual prepaid Mastercard. This works for the whole family of four, too,' T-Mobile says. Then, you can snag an iPhone 16 Pro on T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plan. The company says you can get the phone 'on us,' and explains that this is done through 24 monthly bill credits of $41.67, plus tax. You can also use this offer for an iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Plus if you prefer. You need to activate a new voice line on an Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plan and port in an eligible number. As T-Mobile puts it: 'No need to hand in your current phone. Keep your old one and get upgraded to the latest. This one also works for the whole family of four,' it says. T-Mobile points out that the Experience Beyond plan has features like travel benefits such as free inflight wi-fi, an entertainment streaming bundle and T-Satellite with Starlink, the satellite-to-mobile network that can connect most existing phones to more than 560 satellites. This service is included at no extra cost. The plan comes with a five-year price guarantee. T-Mobile says this is a time-limited offer, though it's not clear exactly when it will expire.
Tom's Guide
8 hours ago
- Tom's Guide
Anker's new Soundcore P41i earbud case will charge more than just your earbuds
The charging case is rarely the most exciting part of a new set of earbuds, but Anker's new Soundcore P41i might be worth the upgrade just for the case, making it one of the best power banks. The new case features a status screen, a large 3,000 mAh battery that can charge your earbuds for up to a week or partially charge a smartphone. As a comparison, the charging case of the Apple AirPods Pro 2 only has a 525 mAh battery. The case features a built-in USB-C cable that also acts as a wrist strap. It also comes with a lightning adapter for older iPhones. According to Anker, the case can charge a dead iPhone 16 Pro to about 50% or a Samsung Galaxy S24 to 45%. Though the charging speed is 10W, don't expect a fast charge. The case can also act as a phone stand. The earbuds are designed to last up to 12 hours on a single charge, with ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) off. The case can boost that up to 192 hours, giving you just over a week of near continuous use. Depending on how much you use your earbuds, that might mean you could get around a month of use before charging the case. The Soundcore P41i earbuds offer adaptive ANC thanks to six microphones, which can be adjusted via the Soundcore app. It comes with 11mm composite drivers with sound that is "enhanced" using Anker's BassUp technology. There's Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity with multi-point and fast pairing. The earbuds also have IPX5 water resistance, so they can handle a little water but probably don't want to take a dip. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. The lack of detail on the sound means the audio probably won't blow you away, but with these earbuds, you're buying that power bank charging case and super-long use time. The Soundcore P41i earbuds are available for purchase in the UK for £89.99 (about $100) but are expected to see a global release soon. The previous earbuds in the P4 line were available in the US.
Mint
9 hours ago
- Mint
iPhone 17 Air leaks suggest ultra-light design, powerful A19 chip and silicon-carbon battery
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch its slimmest and lightest smartphone to date, the iPhone 17 Air, later this year. The device is expected to mark a significant shift in Apple's design and battery technology strategy, incorporating a cutting-edge silicon-carbon battery and a remarkably lightweight build. According to new leaks shared by a well-known anonymous tipster, @MajinBuOfficial, the iPhone 17 Air could be a standout in Apple's 2025 lineup, weighing just 146 grams. This would make it lighter than most current premium smartphones, including some of its Android rivals, while also maintaining a premium feel. Despite its sleek profile, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to house a 2,800mAh silicon-carbon battery—smaller in capacity compared to competitors like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. However, the use of silicon-carbon technology, which offers higher energy density than traditional lithium-ion cells, may enable the handset to deliver a battery performance that surpasses expectations given its size. In terms of design, the iPhone 17 Air is rumoured to feature a frame constructed from 7000 series aluminium alloy—known for its durability and lightweight properties. This choice could contribute up to 30 grams to the total weight, replacing the heavier titanium used in the iPhone 16 Pro models. The 120Hz OLED display and the battery are said to be the heaviest components inside the device, each weighing approximately 35 grams. The handset is tipped to include a single 48MP rear camera, while the front will boast a 24MP selfie camera—suggesting Apple's continued focus on content creators and video-calling quality. The phone is also expected to support Face ID for secure biometric authentication. Under the hood, the iPhone 17 Air will reportedly be powered by Apple's upcoming A19 chipset and paired with 8GB of RAM, aligning it with the performance level of the iPhone 16 Plus. The device is also expected to feature a glass rear panel and will support wireless charging via Apple's MagSafe technology.
CNET
16 hours ago
- Business
- CNET
I Need Apple to Do This to Make the iPhone 17 Cameras Amazing
The iPhone 16 Pro packs one of the best camera setups found on any phone, being capable of taking stunning images in any conditions. Throw in its ProRes video, Log recording and the neat 4K slow motion mode and it's a potent video shooter too. Its multiple rear lenses and new Photographic Styles offer a lot for photo and video creators, whether they're just starting out or if they've been taking photos for years. The iPhone 16 Pro even put up a strong fight against the other best camera phones around, including the Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Pixel 9 Pro and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. Read more: Camera Champions Face Off: iPhone 16 Pro vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra But it's still not the perfect camera and while early reports from industry insiders claim that the phone's video skills will get a boost, there's more the phone will need to be an all-round photography powerhouse. As both an experienced phone reviewer and a professional photographer, I have exceptionally high expectations for top-end phone cameras and having used the iPhone 16 Pro since its launch, I have some thoughts on what needs to change. Here are the main points I want to see improved on the iPhone 17 when it likely launches in September 2025. Larger image sensor Though the 1/1.28-inch sensor found on the iPhone 16 Pro's main camera is already a good size -- and marginally larger than the S24 Ultra's 1/1.33-inch sensor -- I want to see Apple go bigger. A larger image sensor can capture more light and offer better dynamic range. It's why pro cameras tend to have at least "full frame" image sensors, while really high-end cameras, like the amazing Hasselblad 907X, have enormous "medium format" sensors for pristine image quality. Even on pro cameras, sensor size is important. Even the full-frame image sensor in the middle is dwarfed by the medium format sensor on the right. Phone camera sensors don't come anywhere near to this size. Andrew Lanxon/CNET Xiaomi understands this, equipping its 15 Ultra and previous 14 Ultra with 1-inch type sensors. It's larger than the sensors found on almost any other phone, which allowed the 15 Ultra to take stunning photos all over Europe, while the 14 Pro was heroic in capturing a Taylor Swift concerts. I'm keen to see Apple at least match Xiaomi's phone here with a similar 1-inch type sensor. Though if we're talking pie-in-the-sky wishes, maybe the iPhone 17 could be the first smartphone with a full-frame image sensor. I won't hold my breath on that one -- the phone, and the lenses, would need to be immense to accommodate it, so it'd likely be more efficient just to let you make calls with your mirrorless camera. Variable aperture Speaking of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, one of the other reasons that phone rocks so hard for photography is its variable aperture on the main camera. Its widest aperture is f/1.6 -- significantly wider than the f/1.78 of the iPhone 16 wider aperture lets in a lot of light in dim conditions and more authentically achieves out-of-focus bokeh around a subject. The streetlight outside this pub has been turned into an attractive starburst thanks to the variable aperture of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. Andrew Lanxon/CNET But Xiaomi's 14 Ultra aperture can also close down to f/4, and with that narrower aperture, it's able to create starbursts around points of light. I love achieving this effect in nighttime imagery with the phone. It makes the resulting images look much more like they've been taken with a professional camera and lens, while the same points of light on the iPhone just look like roundish blobs. Disappointingly, Xiaomi actually removed this feature from the new 15 Ultra so whether Apple sees value in implementing this kind of technology remains to be seen. More Photographic Styles Though Apple has had various styles and effects integrated into the iPhone's cameras, the iPhone 16 range took it further, with more control over the effects and more toning options. It's enough that CNET Senior Editor Lisa Eadicicco even declared the new Photographic Styles her "favorite new feature on Apple's latest phone." I think they're great too. Or rather, they're a great start. The different color tones, like the ones you get with the Amber and Gold styles, add some lovely warmth to scenes, and the Quiet effect adds a vintage filmic fade, but there's still not a whole lot to choose from and the interface can be a little slow to work through. I'd love to see Apple introduce more Photographic Styles with different color toning options, or even with tones that mimic vintage film stocks from Kodak or Fujifilm. I like the warmer tones produced by the iPhone's Amber style in this image, but I'd definitely like to see more options for getting creative with color tones. Andrew Lanxon/CNET And sure, there are plenty of third-party apps like VSCO or Snapseed that let you play around with color filters all you want. But using Apple's styles means you can take your images with the look already applied, and then change it afterward if you don't like it -- nothing is hard-baked into your image. Better ProRaw integration with Photographic Styles I do think Apple has slightly missed an opportunity with its Photographic Styles, though, in that you can use them only when taking images in HEIF (high-efficiency image format). Unfortunately, you can't use them when shooting in ProRaw. I love Apple's use of ProRaw on previous iPhones, as it takes advantage of all of the iPhone's computational photography -- including things like HDR image blending -- but still outputs a DNG raw file for easier editing. The DNG file typically also offers more latitude to brighten dark areas or tone down highlights in an image, making it extremely versatile. Previously, Apple's color presets could be used when shooting in ProRaw, and I loved it. I frequently shot street-style photos using the high contrast black-and-white mode and then edited the raw file further. I do a lot of street photography in black and white, and I'd love more flexibility to take ProRaw shots in monochrome. Andrew Lanxon/CNET Now using that same black-and-white look means only shooting images in HEIF format, eliminating the benefits of using Apple's ProRaw. Oddly, while the older-style "Filters" are no longer available in the camera app when taking a raw image, you can still apply those filters to raw photos in the iPhone's gallery app through the editing menu. LUTs for ProRes video And while we're on the topic of color presets and filters, Apple needs to bring those to video, too. On the iPhone 15 Pro, Apple introduced the ability to shoot video in ProRes, which results in very low-contrast, almost gray-looking footage. The idea is that video editors will take this raw footage and then apply their edits on top, often applying contrast and color presets known as LUTs (look-up tables) that gives footage a particular look -- think dark and blue for horror films or warm and light tones for a romantic drama vibe. But Apple doesn't offer any kind of LUT for editing ProRes video on the iPhone, beyond simply ramping up the contrast, which doesn't really do the job properly. Sure, the point of ProRes is that you would take that footage off the iPhone, put it into software like Davinci Resolve, and then properly color grade the footage so it looks sleek and professional. ProRes footage looks very low contrast and desaturated. Apple needs to introduce ways to help you do more with ProRes files on the iPhone. Andrew Lanxon/CNET But that still leaves the files on your phone, and I'd love to be able to do more with them. My gallery is littered with ungraded video files that I'll do very little with because they need color grading externally. I'd love to share them to Instagram, or with my family over WhatsApp, after transforming those files from drab and gray to beautifully colorful. With the iPhone 17, or even with the iPhone 16 as a software update, I want to see Apple creating a range of its own LUTs that can be directly applied to ProRes video files on the iPhone. If Apple were able to implement all these changes -- excluding, perhaps, the full-frame sensor which even I can admit is a touch ambitious -- it would have an absolute beast of a camera on its hands.
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Time of India
Will the iPhone 17 Pro be different from iPhone 16 Pro? Here are the major upgrades you will get in the upcoming gadget
iPhone 17 Pro leaks: The iPhone 17 Pro, the next big thing, is highly anticipated by Apple fans. According to rumors, this next flagship gadget will be significantly better than the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 17 Pro is anticipated to feature a significant redesign, with better cameras and increased performance. However, what can we hope for from this much-awaited gadget? Will the hype be justified? Let's examine what we now know about the iPhone 17 Pro's possible features, design, and capabilities by closely examining the most recent leaks and rumors. Does the upgrade make sense? iPhone 17 Pro launch timeline (Expected) Apple usually follows a consistent launch schedule, and the iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to be revealed between September 11-13, 2025. Pre-orders could begin immediately after the official unveiling, and if Apple sticks to its traditional timeline, the iPhone 17 series may go on sale around September 19, 2025. Also Read: Apple iPhone 17 series camera details tipped: 48MP telephoto lens, 24MP selfie camera, and more iPhone 17 Pro Vs iPhone 16 Performance In contrast to the iPhone 16 Pro's A18 Pro chip and 8GB RAM, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro may come with the company's unreleased A19 Pro chipset and an upgraded 12GB RAM. By doing this, Apple intends to improve iPhones' compatibility with upcoming Apple Intelligence capabilities. Additionally, it might get a vapor cooling chamber for heat management and a Wi-Fi 7 chip for enhanced connectivity. Display Reports suggest that the same 6.3-inch OLED display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz may be included in the iPhone 17 Pro. A brighter panel than the iPhone 16 Pro might be on the horizon. According to reports, the iPhone 17 Pro will have smaller bezels and a dynamic island. Battery According to reports, the iPhone 17 Pro's battery is better than the 3,582mAh battery of its predecessor. Camera It is anticipated that Apple will significantly alter the camera configuration of the iPhone 17 Pro. In contrast to the iPhone 16 Pro's twin 48MP and 12MP telephoto lenses, the iPhone 17 Pro is rumored to include a 48MP triple camera and a 24MP front-facing camera. Apple might eventually release 8K recording capability this year. Also Read: Apple iPhone 17 Air: From A19 chipset to 5.5mm thickness - 5 big upgrades you can expect from this upcoming smartphone Design Long-running rumors indicate that the iPhone 17 Pro will have a redesigned design. The rear panel will add a dedicated camera bump with better sensors and a comparable triple camera location. Additionally, the business might put the LiDAR sensor and flash on the far right. Furthermore, fans might no longer be able to see the titanium frame, which might be done for weight and durability reasons. According to the source, Apple will provide a glass back with an aluminum frame. Price The anticipated price of the iPhone 17 Pro is Rs 1,19,900, which is the same as the price of the iPhone 16 Pro when it was first released in India. Note that this material is based on leaks, and the specifics remain unclear. For the latest and more interesting tech news, keep reading Indiatimes Tech.
