Download all of Apple’s new iPhone 6s wallpapers (including motion backgrounds, sort of) right here
Apple’s brand new iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus won’t launch for another two weeks, but you can pretend you already have one of Apple’s hot new smartphones right now. Sort of. Following Apple’s huge press conference earlier this week, the company released the latest versions of its iOS software — iOS 9 GM and iOS 9.1 beta 1.
As expected, the new iOS builds have been thoroughly picked apart, and in the process, all of the new wallpapers have been made available for download. Unfortunately, however, you’re not going to want to use Apple’s sleek new motion backgrounds just yet.
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iPad Pro vs. MacBook Pro: Can Apple’s huge tablet replace your laptop for good?
After years of rumors and lofty expectations, Apple has finally unveiled a tablet that could rival its own line of laptops. The iPad Pro comes equipped with an enormous 12.9-inch Retina display and a 64-bit A9X chip that Apple says is 1.8 times as powerful as the A8X, but we want to know whether or not it can kill the MacBook.
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A key iPhone 6s feature offers a tantalizing potential clue about the iPhone 7
Like any iPhone generation before it, the iPhone 6s has one trademark feature that sets it apart from anything Apple did before. This particular feature is called 3D Touch, a unique display that uses an array of sensors under the glass and a vibrating motor to tell the difference between taps and touches. 3D Touch enables Peeks, Pops, and Quick Actions – read more about how they work here – but there’s one particular trick that suggests the iPhone 7 could be a radically redesigned device.
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What do pro photographers think of the iPhone 6s?
The original iPhone camera may have been something of a dud, but Apple has worked really hard over the years to transform the iPhone into a best in class camera phone. So with the iPhone 6s, Apple upped the ante yet again, both on the hardware and software side of the equation.
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Visualized: The iPhone 6s is the biggest ‘S’ upgrade in Apple history
Many people will surely label the iPhone 6s as a minor update over last year’s phone, quickly dismissing it just because it’s an “S” update. In some ways, the new Apple phone is similar to last year’s version. But once you start digging under the hood, you’ll quickly realize that the iPhone 6s series brings a slew of improvements over last year’s model that likely make it the best “S” upgrade in Apple’s history – just look at the comparisons below.
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The most overlooked gadget accessory is under $14 on Amazon
People, it’s time to come to terms with the fact that we’re generally pretty gross. We’re used to all the oils and grime that gets collected on our hands, but that doesn’t mean our beloved smartphones, tablets and other gadgets should have to suffer.
There are some accessories that are obligatory, like protective cases and extra chargers. So many people forget about microfiber cleaning cloths, but the BGR Deals Team has two great multi-cloth options on Amazon for you, and they’re both under $13.
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10 features the iPhone 6s and iPad Pro ‘stole’ from Android, Microsoft and others
“Stole” is a too strong word, but that’s what fans have been saying: Apple stole these features from Google, and vice-versa. That’s especially true in the mobile landscape where companies constantly copy each other, trying to come up with better hardware and software features for buyers.
So let’s see the 11 features the new iPhone 6s and iPad Pro “stole” from Android, Microsoft and others.
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How to stop Windows 10 from automatically downloading itself on to your computer
Although the numerous privacy issues that have cropped up since Windows 10 launched two months ago are indeed worrying, there is nothing quite as annoying as receiving the upgraded operating system before you’re ready for it.
That’s right, Microsoft is automatically downloading the new OS to Windows 7 and Windows 8 computers, regardless of whether or not the users reserved it. That’s all well and good if you want Windows 10, but it’s an enormous waste of space otherwise.
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10 awesome paid iPhone apps on sale for free today
It’s been a heck of a week for Apple fans, but it’s not over just yet. We’ve got one last list of paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free for you today, and you’ll definitely want to stock up on nifty new apps in preparation for your new iPhone 6s.
There are also a few apps that are still free on yesterday’s list including Infinity Blade III, so be sure to check that one out.
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Sony is desperately trying to troll Apple’s new iPhone 6s
In the wake of Apple’s special event this week, Sony has been trying to steal a bit of Apple’s shine with a few good-natured tweets designed to poke fun at the battery life and camera on recently unveiled iPhone 6s.
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