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You probably had to buy a new iPhone Lightning cable from Apple sometime in your life because the one in the iPhone's box broke. Also‚ you might have the feeling that Apple's (Lightning) cables don't last that long. I always had this feeling‚ even though I kept buying them. But Consumer Reports did some empirical testing at the end of 2023‚ and after testing cables from Apple‚ Samsung‚ Belkin‚ Anker‚ and others‚ it had an interesting finding. According to the publication‚ it found two clear champs: one priced at $29 and the other at $6.55. Quite a difference‚ right? CR did two tests: The Bend Test and the Twist Test. In the first one‚ all the cables were bent on one end at a 90-degree angle until it surrendered its power. On the other one‚ the rig twisted each cord repeatedly while it powered a makeup mirror illuminated by LED lights. After that‚ the publication discovered that Apple's iPhone Lightning cable‚ which cost $29 (the test was made with the 2-meter version)‚ lasted longer. In contrast‚ the Amazon Basics USB-C cable‚ costing $6.55‚ was as good as Apple. “The Amazon Basics cable was outstanding in our bend test‚ lasting the equivalent of six years without breaking‚” José Amézquita‚ a project test leader for CR’s Rapid Response team‚ stated. “The Apple cord was the priciest on our list‚ but given its performance‚ it’s worth the extra money.” That said‚ all cables tested exceed the 1.5-year threshold. Anker and Belkin's exceeded 5‚000 bends‚ which puts them close to three years of use. Should you keep buying Apple's iPhone cables? Image source: Consumer Reports Probably‚ yes. It doesn't mean you shouldn't consider Anker‚ Belkin‚ Samsung‚ and even Amazon's super cheap cable. They're all good‚ but you should avoid a few of them‚ such as Amazon Basics USB-A to Lightning‚ Onn's USB-A to Lightning‚ Samsung's USB-A to USB-C‚ and Bytech USB-A to USB-C. Despite that‚ Apple had the best Lightning cable‚ and other brands have great USB-A to USB-C cables. Interestingly‚ Consumer Reports didn't test Apple's USB-C to USB-C cable‚ nor the similar ones from the other brands. That said‚ if you enjoy third-party cables from these premium brands‚ you shouldn't worry much‚ but at least we all know that Apple's iPhone cables can actually hold up a lot. Don't Miss: iPhone 16: Everything we know so far The post Ultimate test shows Apple charging cables are actually better than Belkin‚ Anker‚ and more appeared first on BGR. Trending Right Now: 15 Netflix series with perfect 100% scores on Rotten Tomatoes iPadOS 17.2 now available to iPad users‚ but there’s still no Journal app

The Apple Vision Pro becomes available to preorder next week‚ with shipments set to start on February 2nd. That's when you'll have to head to a local Apple retail store to pick up your unit. It's unclear from Apple's Vision Pro release date announcement how ordering the first batch of spatial computers will work. Reports say that Apple will need in-store appointments for proper fittings. But Apple's announcement hints that you'll have everything you need to ensure a great fit in the box. As a would-be Vision Pro buyer‚ I have a list of questions I've been waiting for Apple to answer. Now that the product has an actual release date‚ I have a few answers — though there are several Vision Pro mysteries left that Apple hasn't shined any light on. Continue reading... The post 6 Vision Pro questions we can answer‚ and 5 big mysteries that remain appeared first on BGR. Trending Right Now: 15 Netflix series with perfect 100% scores on Rotten Tomatoes iPadOS 17.2 now available to iPad users‚ but there’s still no Journal app

Apple just released a firmware security update for its Magic Keyboard models. Version 2.0.6 fixes a Bluetooth-related security vulnerability. Cupertino announced this firmware update through a support document page spotted by MacRumors. According to Apple‚ the security update to Magic Keyboard includes the standard accessory with Numeric Keypad‚ Touch ID‚ and Touch ID and Numeric Keypad. This is the first firmware update to these accessories in years. Interestingly‚ while we have been waiting for Apple to update its Magic accessories with a USB-C port‚ the company still offers these devices with a Lightning port. In addition‚ a revamp to the Magic Mouse is also expected for years now‚ as the way the device is charged is a bit odd. Apple says that this time‚ a Bluetooth flaw was exploited. Thankfully‚ this new firmware update fixes it. Here's what the company stated on its support document page: Available for: Magic Keyboard; Magic Keyboard (2021); Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad; Magic Keyboard with Touch ID; and Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad Impact: An attacker with physical access to the accessory may be able to extract its Bluetooth pairing key and monitor Bluetooth traffic Description: A session management issue was addressed with improved checks. CVE-2024-0230: Marc Newlin of SkySafe How to install the newest Magic Keyboard firmware update Apple says firmware updates for the Magic Keyboard are automatically delivered in the background while the accessory is actively paired to a macOS‚ iOS‚ iPadOS‚ or tvOS device. If you want to try to force the update‚ connect the Magic Keyboard to the Mac and wait for 30 minutes. You can check the firmware version of your Magic Keyboard in Bluetooth settings on your Mac. Go to System Settings >; Bluetooth‚ then click the Info button next to your keyboard. After this firmware update is installed‚ the firmware version is 2.0.6. Once this version is installed‚ you can rest assured again while using your keyboard. Don't Miss: We might finally know when Apple plans to unveil its USB-C Magic Keyboard‚ Trackpad‚ and Mouse The post Apple releases critical Magic Keyboard security update – here’s what to do appeared first on BGR. Trending Right Now: 15 Netflix series with perfect 100% scores on Rotten Tomatoes iPadOS 17.2 now available to iPad users‚ but there’s still no Journal app

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