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Can a Fake iPhone Have a Real Serial Number or IMEI?
A serial number or IMEI can look completely legitimate and still belong to a fake phone. We tested counterfeit iPhones that passed online lookups, yet the software and hardware told a very different story.
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 Has a Hidden Upgrade…
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 may look familiar, but flip it over and there’s a subtle sensor redesign that could be one of its more meaningful upgrades.
Apple Just Made the AirPods 5 Way Easier to Repair
Replacing an AirPods battery has traditionally been a nightmare. We opened the AirPods 5 expecting the same thing, but Apple changed one crucial part of the design.
Why Does Face ID Still Work With a Privacy Screen Protector?
Face ID still works with a privacy screen protector on the iPhone 18 Pro, but the phone’s redesigned sensor layout explains why Apple still warns about possible issues.
AirPods Pro Whistling or Squealing? What to Check First
AirPods Pro suddenly whistling, squealing, or making a piercing high-pitched noise? Here’s what to check first, from blocked microphones and ear-tip fit to listening modes, AirPods Pro 3 reset steps, and when to contact Apple.
Apple’s $129 AirPods 5 Are Better Than I Expected…
Apple’s new $129 AirPods 5 pack in Active Noise Cancellation, Live Translation, and surprisingly good sound. At this price, fake AirPods just got a lot harder to justify.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max's Repairability Problem…
The iPhone 18 Pro Max improves on its predecessor's EU battery endurance rating, but its repairability grade hasn't changed. We compare the official European ratings and reveal what we found during our teardowns.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max Battery Actually Got Bigger
Our iPhone 18 Pro Max teardown compares its 5,567 mAh metal-encased battery with the 17 Pro Max’s 5,088 mAh cell, and examines the removal process.
I Moved the iPhone 18 Pro Max’s Camera Blades With a Magnet
We were about to dismantle the iPhone 18 Pro Max's new camera when we had another idea. What if we could make its six-blade aperture move without plugging it in? One magnet later, we captured an incredible close-up of the mechanism in action.
I Tried iPhone 18 Pro Max Back Glass on a 17 Pro Max
I tried the 18 Pro Max’s black back glass on my orange 17 Pro Max. It fitted, but the phone kept restarting. Here’s what happened.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max Has a Hidden Face ID Secret…
Apple made the Dynamic Island smaller on the iPhone 18 Pro Max, but the real surprise is hiding beneath the display. Our teardown reveals how Apple relocated a Face ID infrared sensor to make room for a smaller cutout without sacrificing facial recognition.
This PIN Wipes Your Google Pixel Instead of Unlocking It…
Can a Google Pixel really self-destruct? See how GrapheneOS’s duress PIN works, what happens to the phone’s data, and what remains after a wipe.
An iPhone 18 Pro Teardown Already? How Did This Happen?
An early clip claimed to show an iPhone 18 Pro Max teardown. Our own teardown is now out: explore the battery, camera aperture, Face ID and repairability findings, alongside the original report.
Apple Watch Series 12 Can Catch What You Missed
A 15-second rewind for conversations, tougher glass, and a new readiness score give Apple Watch Series 12 a fresh purpose. Ultra 4 adds the endurance.
AirPods 5: What Does $20 More Get You?
Noise cancellation now starts at $129. But Apple’s second AirPods 5 model adds a few everyday conveniences that could make the cheaper pair a tougher sell.
iPhone Duo Is Finally Here! How Apple Built the Screen Is a Surprise…
The foldable iPhone is finally real. Apple’s iPhone Duo looks ambitious, but the details beneath its folding screen are what make us want to open it up.
iPhone 18 Pro Looks Familiar. The Interesting Changes Go Deeper…
Apple gave the iPhone 18 Pro more power, longer battery life, and a camera with moving aperture blades. One change beneath the chip helps tie it all together.
Apple’s New Siri Demo Started With a Pie. Then It Got Interesting.
Apple’s Siri demo began with a simple family question. What followed showed how much of the searching, remembering, and app switching it wants to handle for you.
I Put GrapheneOS on a Pixel. Here’s Why It Matters.
There’s an iPhone on My Mac. Except There Isn’t…
The iPhone on my screen isn’t connected to a phone. How it got there is interesting, but what you can do with it is the real surprise.