Apple’s latest 27-in. desktop comes with an impressive Retina display, great performance and a sleek design. There are 14.7 million reasons to want Apple’s latest iMac — the 14.7 million pixels that make up its stunning 27-in. 5K Retina display. At $2,499, the new iMac isn’t cheap, but its screen makes this desktop a great value. Though the tech behind …
iPad Air 2 review: A great tablet gets better
Apple’s newest tablet is thinner, lighter, faster and now includes the Touch ID sensor. If you liked last year’s iPad Air, you’ll almost certainly like this year’s version, unveiled early last month (along with the 5K Retina iMac) by Apple CEO Tim Cook. The iPad Air 2 features Touch ID, a (much) faster system architecture and an aluminum enclosure that …
I thought the iPhone 6+ was too big; I was wrong
What happens when a reviewer buys a new phone sight unseen? Mistakes were made. The iPhone 6 lineup has introduced iOS users to new smartphones with bigger (and bigger) displays. I was ready for a larger screen, so quickly opted to buy an iPhone 6 last month, thinking it would be the best match. And indeed I found the iPhone …
OS X 10.10 Yosemite deep-dive review:
Yosemite deep-dive review: OS X 10.10, otherwise known as Yosemite, is the 11th iteration of the operating system that powers the desktops and laptops created by Apple. This update marks the second version of OS X whose code name is based on a California location instead of a species of cat — and the second time Apple has let loose …
iPhone 6 Review: A major new step in design and performance
Apple’s latest smartphone offers great hardware, but like all current iPhones, has been hurt by annoying iOS 8 glitches. The iPhone 6 (with a 4.7-in. display) and the iPhone 6 Plus (with a 5.5-in display) both feature sleeker case designs (in silver, gold or gray), a second-generation 64-bit chipset, updated camera systems and several other notable improvements. The new iPhones …
First impressions of the new iPhone 6
iPhone buyers won’t need a second chance to be impressed with Apple’s latest smartphone. This year’s launch of the new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus wasn’t exactly the smoothest of rollouts. But that didn’t stop the company from booking an astounding four million in iPhone pre-sales, and it didn’t dissuade thousands of people from standing in line for hours …
Deep-dive review: iOS 8 packs some snappy new features
Additions to Apple’s new mobile operating system include interactive notifications, an updated Photo app and tighter integration between iOS and OS X devices. It’s almost fall again, and so Apple has released the next generation of software that powers its mobile lineup: iOS 8. As always, this is a free update, and it packs new features and enhancements, both obvious …
Review: Apple’s 15-in. MacBook Pro delivers on speed, battery life
The move to faster PCIe flash storage offers a noticeable boost in performance Computerworld – The 15-in. MacBook Pro has been my go-to machine since before it was called the MacBook Pro and was known as the Powerbook; I’ve depended on it for everything from writing reviews like this one to cutting complex video projects. Although I’ve consistently given high marks …
Review: Hands on with the new Haswell chip iMac
If you liked the look and performance of the previous iMacs, you’ll like the new models, too I should say this right from the start: When it comes to Apple’s current line of iMac all-in-one desktop computers, I love the design. Love, love, love it. I’ve always been a big fan of the aluminum enclosures Apple employs across its product …
OS X 10.9 Mavericks review: Different name, looks the same
Apples new desktop/laptop OS builds on its predecessors, applying polish where needed. OS X 10.9, better known as Mavericks, is the 10th iteration of the operating system that powers Apple’s desktops and laptops. Unlike previous versions, Mavericks is the first to be named after a place in California instead of a large cat — and the first to be given away by Apple for …