Main stories: expansion “Find My”, model of iPhone 13 Pro, largest iMac in history?

Apple’s AirTags may not be seen anywhere nearly two years after the first signs were discovered, but Apple has launched its Find My network accessory program this week that will allow third-party devices to integrate the Find My app into Apple’s easy-to-follow platforms for your articles.

This week there were also new rumors about the upcoming “iPhone 13” and new iMacs, while Microsoft and Samsung are still looking for Apple with their marketing. Read on for details on these stories and more.

Apple announces Find My Network with support for third-party devices

This week, Apple announced the launch of its Find My Network Accessory program, which allows you to track the location of compatible third-party accessories in the indFind My‌ app next to Apple devices. The first products to work with the Find My app will include a new Chipolo item tracker, Belkin headphones and some VanMoof electronic bikes.

The updated Find Mine app with a new Articles tab is now available on devices with iOS 14.3 and later, iPadOS 14.3 and later and macOS Big Sur 11.1 or later, after a change to the server.

Apple also announced that third-party device manufacturers will be able to take advantage of Ultra Wideband technology on U1-equipped Apple devices, such as the iPhone 11 and iPhone 12. According to Apple, third-party accessories that offer Ultra Wideband support will be able to offer a “more accurate and direction-sensitive experience when they are nearby,” which should facilitate the specific location of these items when they are lost.

It has long been rumored that Apple plans its own article crawlers called AirTags, but at this time it is unclear if and when they will be released. Apple may give advantages like Chipolo over AirTags to avoid possible antitrust complaints.

The model of the iPhone 13 Pro shows a smaller notch, a repositioned headset and a front camera

While there are still several months to go before the iPhone 13 models launch, accessory makers are already gearing up for upcoming devices by creating fake versions based on rumors and leaked specifications from Apple’s supply chain.

The Japanese blog has been seen this week Mac Otakara It shares an alleged fictitious model of the 6.1-inch iPhone 13 Pro, which provides a more detailed view of the rumored smaller notch of the device with a relocated headset and front camera. While the dummy model is quite rudimentary, it is supposed to have precise dimensions, allowing accessory manufacturers to gain an edge over the iPhone 13’s cases and accessories.

IPhone 13 models are expected to be announced in September, and mass production of A15 chips for the devices will begin in late May, which looks a little ahead of schedule.

The new iMac is expected to include a “really big” screen larger than the current 27-inch model

It is rumored that Apple will plan a redesigned iMac with an Apple silicon chip for release later this year, and a credible leaker known as “l0vetodream” this week claimed that at least one of the new models will feature a display larger than the current 27-inch iMac.

A larger screen on the next-generation iMac wouldn’t be too surprising, as rumors suggest the computer will have a similar design to Apple’s high-end XDR Pro Display monitor, which includes thinner bezels around the screen and a flat back. It is also rumored that the new iMac will come in a variety of new colors similar to the iPad Air.

In June 2020, Apple said its transition from Intel processors to Macs would take about two years to complete. In addition to the iMac, it is rumored that Apple is working on 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models redesigned with Apple’s silicon to launch in the second half of this year.

Microsoft says the Surface Pro 7 is the “best choice” than the iPad Pro

A few months ago, Microsoft said the Surface Pro 7 is the “best choice” compared to the MacBook Pro. As a follow-up to this ad campaign, Microsoft has shared a video stating that the Surface Pro 7 is “still the best choice” compared to the iPad Pro.

The announcement highlights how the Surface Pro 7 has a foothold, unlike the iPad Pro, and calls the iPad Pro’s keyboard sheet “much heavier” than the Surface option.

Microsoft also notes that the iPad Pro only has a single USB-C port while the Surface Pro 7 has multiple ports available. “Do you want to be this guy?” says the actor in the ad while holding an ‌iPad‌ with a dongle connected.

“‌ iPad Pro‌ is just a tablet,” the actor adds. “Surface is a whole computer and a tablet.”

Samsung’s “iTest” lets you test a Galaxy device on your iPhone

Samsung has launched “iTest,” an interactive web experience designed to allow iPhone users to try out a simulated version of Android on a Galaxy device or “try the other side,” Samsung says.

Visiting the iTest website from an Piphone‌ asks users to install a web application on the home screen. From there, tapping the app launches on a simulated Galaxy smartphone home screen with a range of apps and configuration options. You can open Galaxy Store, apply themes, and even access phone messages and apps, with a simulated call and phone message.

Samsung’s interactive experience is careful, and if you want to waste time, it’s worth playing for a few minutes.

Practice with the new Sonos Roam speaker

Sonos introduced in March a new portable smart speaker called the Sonos Roam, which is priced at $ 169, making it the most affordable Sonos speaker to date. We were able to check out the Sonos Roam to see if it’s worth the asking price and how it compares to other portable speakers on the market.

We were impressed with the sound quality offered by Sonos Roam in relation to its size and, with AirPlay 2 compatibility, it is an ideal choice for streaming audio from an iPhone, iPad or Mac.

Sonos said the Roam will launch on April 20 and is available for booking for $ 169 before that date.

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