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In this issue, you'll find:
- iPad Pro M5: Apple's Custom Modem Makes Its Grand Debut
- 14-Inch MacBook Pro Gets M5: Performance Leap, Familiar Design
- Vision Pro Gets M5 Upgrade and All-New Comfort Band
- iPhone 17's Selfie Camera: Apple Explains the Years-Long Development
- Foldable iPhone Gets Cheaper: Hinge Costs Drop $40
- Wallpapers of the Week
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iPad Pro M5: Apple's Custom Modem Makes Its Grand Debut
Apple's 2025 iPad Pro marks complete chip independence with the M5 processor and all-new C1X modem replacing Qualcomm. This isn't just another update—it's Apple taking full control of its flagship tablet's silicon.
M5 Performance Breakthrough: 15% faster multi-core CPU, up to 4x faster GPU compute, and 45% stronger graphics than M4. Memory bandwidth hits 153 GB/s (30% increase), powering professional creative apps and AI workflows effortlessly.
C1X Modem Revolution: Apple's first custom cellular modem delivers 50% faster data speeds and 30% lower power consumption. The N1 chip handles WiFi, Bluetooth, and Thread for complete connectivity integration.
Pricing & Availability: 11-inch at $999, 13-inch at $1,299 (cellular adds $200). Orders open now, shipping starts October 22.
Bottom Line: The M5 iPad Pro achieves full Apple silicon independence with desktop-class performance. The C1X modem alone justifies upgrading for cellular users needing better battery life and connectivity.
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14-Inch MacBook Pro Gets M5: Performance Leap, Familiar Design
Apple's base 14-inch MacBook Pro receives the M5 chip treatment, delivering substantial performance gains while keeping the premium design that professionals love. This refresh targets developers and creatives who need more power without the Pro/Max price tag.
M5 Chip Performance: 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU with 16-core Neural Engine deliver 20% faster processing for code compiling and demanding tasks, plus 1.6x faster graphics for professional apps. This is a meaningful upgrade for workflow efficiency.
Storage Doubles, Design Stays: Maximum storage now reaches 4TB (doubled from 2TB), while the Liquid Retina XDR display, three Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI, SD card slot, and MagSafe 3 remain unchanged. RAM caps at 32GB.
Pricing & Availability: Starts at $1,599 with 512GB storage and 16GB RAM in Silver or Space Black. Pre-orders live now, shipping begins October 22. Higher-end M5 Pro and M5 Max models expected in early 2026.
Bottom Line: The M5 MacBook Pro offers a solid performance boost and doubled storage for the base model, making it more appealing for professionals. However, those needing maximum power should wait for M5 Pro/Max variants arriving next year.
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Vision Pro Gets M5 Upgrade and All-New Comfort Band
Apple quietly refreshes Vision Pro with the M5 chip and introduces the long-awaited Dual Knit Band, prioritizing performance and comfort over external design changes. This update positions Vision Pro as a more capable spatial computing platform for extended use.
M5 Performance Boost: The M5 chip delivers 10% faster pixel rendering and bumps the refresh rate to 120Hz (up from 100Hz), improving motion clarity and visual smoothness. The 16-core Neural Engine accelerates AI tasks like persona creation and spatial photo rendering by up to 50%, with some apps seeing 2x performance gains.
Dual Knit Band Revolution: The new 3D-knitted dual-rib design with tungsten inserts dramatically improves weight distribution, cushioning, and airflow for marathon sessions. Available in small, medium, and large sizes, it's sold separately and works with original Vision Pro units.
Pricing & Availability: Price holds at $3,499 (256GB/512GB/1TB options). Pre-orders opened in the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, UAE, Germany, France, and Hong Kong. Official launch: October 22. China and Singapore pre-orders begin October 17.
Bottom Line: The M5 Vision Pro addresses the biggest complaints—performance and comfort without raising the price. The Dual Knit Band alone could transform the wearing experience for serious users.
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iPhone 17's Selfie Camera: Apple Explains the Years-Long Development
Apple's camera chiefs reveal how the iPhone 17's Center Stage front camera solves selfie frustrations users didn't know they had. This isn't just a megapixel bump—it's years of research making the camera "invisible" to users.
Center Stage Auto-Framing: The front camera automatically adjusts framing, eliminating selfie sticks and awkward phone passing. Apple's camera software chief Jon McCormack says they've "been wanting to do this for a while"—the A19 chip and new industrial design finally made it possible.
Smart Portrait & Video Fixes: Portrait orientation keeps subjects' eyes properly aligned, fixing the common landscape selfie problem. Action Mode activates automatically for selfie videos, delivering stabilized footage while walking, biking, or running.
Silicon-Powered Intelligence: The A19/A19 Pro chips use Apple Camera Interface (ACI) for faster sensor-to-chip data transfer, enabling real-time framing and stabilization adjustments that feel instant.
Bottom Line: Apple's multi-year camera development focuses on automation over manual control, letting users capture moments without technical distractions. The Center Stage upgrade represents a fundamental rethink of the selfie experience.
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Foldable iPhone Gets Cheaper: Hinge Costs Drop $40
Apple's foldable iPhone just became more economically viable. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reveals that hinge production costs have dropped significantly, giving Apple crucial flexibility on pricing and margins ahead of the fall 2026 launch.
Hinge Cost Breakthrough: Apple's redesigned hinge now costs $70-$80 during mass production, down from initial estimates of $100-$120+. This $30-$40 reduction comes from assembly design optimization and scaled production—not cheaper materials.
Production Partners: Foxconn and SZS secured 65% of hinge orders through a joint venture, while Amphenol handles 35%. Luxshare-ICT may join as a supplier after 2027.
Strategic Advantage: Lower hinge costs give Apple room to either boost margins or price aggressively against Samsung and Huawei. The foldable iPhone debuts alongside iPhone Air 2, iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Bottom Line: Reduced manufacturing costs could translate to competitive pricing, potentially making Apple's foldable more accessible than expected and reshaping the foldable smartphone market.
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Wallpapers of the Week
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There’s something quietly hypnotic about fog rolling through tall trees, that soft, hazy light making everything feel calm, cinematic, and just a little mysterious. If you’re into that chill, moody aesthetic, these foggy forest wallpapers are going to look incredible on your iPhone. iGeeksBlog has handpicked the most stunning 4K shots that bring that peaceful, dreamlike vibe right to your Lock Screen.
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