Palash Volvoikar
Palash has been a technology and entertainment journalist since 2013. Starting with Android news and features, he has also worked as the news head for Wiki of Thrones, and a freelance writer for Windows Central, Observer, MakeUseOf, MySmartPrice, ThinkComputers, and others. He also worked as a writer and journalist for Android Authority, covering computing, before returning to freelancing all over town. He's an engineering dropout with a degree in English Literature. He talks about everything from Apple to Microsoft, Android to Chrome OS, to movies and TV. In addition to keeping a track of the Silicon scene, he also keeps up with the evolution of storytelling on the screen. You can always find him watching, playing, writing, or ranting.
Latest articles by Palash Volvoikar
Elon Musk says he may make an alternative phone to iPhone and Android
By Palash Volvoikar published
Tesla "founder" and Twitter owner Elon Musk says he may make an alternative to iPhone and Android phones if Twitter gets booted from app stores.
Over 20,000 employees leave Foxconn, casting doubts over Apple's iPhone production capacity
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple's biggest manufacturing partner Foxconn has seen over 20,000 employees leave the company, which could see iPhone production slow down further.
Apple steps in and issues public statement following violent clashes at iPhone factory
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple has put out a statement regarding the employee payment row at Foxconn's Zhengzhou facility, saying it is working to resolve the employees' issues.
Hundreds of iPhones seized in Brazil for failing to comply with charging brick regulation
By Palash Volvoikar published
A Brazillian regulator seized hundreds of iPhones from retail stores for being in violation of recently-passed regulation to include a charger in the box.
Apple executive Phil Schiller deactivates Twitter account amidst chaos surrounding the platform
By Palash Volvoikar published
Amidst the chaos surrounding Twitter after Elon Musk's takeover, key Apple executive Phil Schiller has deactivated his Twitter account.
SwiftKey for iOS is back 45 days after Microsoft announced it was going away
By Palash Volvoikar published
Microsoft has brought back SwiftKey for iOS, one of the most popular third-party keyboards for the OS, just 45 days after announcing it was going to retire the app.
Apple VR leak reveals metaverse-like mixed-reality world and 3D video service
By Palash Volvoikar last updated
Apple's Reality VR headset, coming in 2023, will cost between $2,000 and $3,000, and will be powered by a Mac-level M2 chip, says Mark Gurman.
Apple's market value jumps by a record-breaking $191 billion in one day
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple's market value took a big jump of $191 billion in one day this week, setting a new record.
Apple invests $450 million to support infrastructure for Emergency SOS via satellite
By Palash Volvoikar published
A new report from Apple itself details how the company is investing $450 million to power the infrastructure for Emergency SOS via Satellite on the iPhone.
Apple is planning a major change to how you use Siri
By Palash Volvoikar published
The trigger phrase for Siri could change from “Hey Siri” to just “Siri”, with an update set to arrive in 2023 or 2024.
Apple settles trade secret theft lawsuit with former employee
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple has settled its lawsuit against former materials lead Simon Lancaster, filed back in March 2021, accusing Lancaster of having sold company secrets to the media.
New Twitter Blue $8 subscription update rolls out — without its key features
By Palash Volvoikar published
Twitter has started rolling out an update to its iOS app with the new Twitter Blue subscription that offers paid verification, but all the features seem to be missing from the update.
Has Apple forgotten about the user experience?
By Palash Volvoikar published
Opinion Apple has made a few decisions that fly in the face of its general "it just works" appeal, but how long can it keep doing that before it loses that charm?
No more Mac launches in 2022, M2 Macs coming in 2023, says Gurman
By Palash Volvoikar published
Mark Gurman says Apple isn't planning on releasing any more Macs in 2022, with the M2 family refreshed Macs set to come in 2023.
14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro refresh delayed to 2023, says rumor
By Palash Volvoikar published
A new rumor says that the supply chain for MacBook Pro 14-inch and 16-inch refreshed models is on track for a 2023 release, instead of November 2022.
Apple to cut iPhone production by 14% in Q1 2023 due to inflation, says TrendForce
By Palash Volvoikar published
A new report by TrendForce says Apple will cut iPhone production by 14% in 2023, expecting falling demand from inflation.
Telegram CEO disses Apple's App Store tax, calls it a trillion-dollar monopoly abusing market dominance
By Palash Volvoikar published
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has slammed Apple over its 30% App Store cut after Telegram had to remove the paid posts feature from its iOS app.
iPhone 14 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus: Which should you buy?
By Palash Volvoikar last updated
Both of these phones have a lot to offer, but it can be tough to make the choice between the best of iOS and the best of Android. We're here to help.
iPhone 14 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Which should you buy?
By Palash Volvoikar last updated
Apple's best Pro phone compared to Google's best Pro phone. Here's our full comparison between Google Pixel 7 Pro and the iPhone 14 Pro.
Apple Watch's heart rate monitoring helps woman discover she's pregnant
By Palash Volvoikar last updated
Apple Watch helped a woman discover that she was pregnant, thanks to heart rate monitoring which picked up her increased heart beat.
Google Pixel Watch vs Apple Watch
By Palash Volvoikar last updated
Google's Pixel Watch enters a crowded market dominated by the Apple Watch. Here's how the two watches fare against each other, and which one might be the better choice for you.
MacBook Pro and Mac mini to get major upgrade in the coming months, new Mac Pro teased
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is readying up the MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and Mac Pro models, with launch expected in the coming months, says Mark Gurman.
More ads rolling out to App Store starting next week, Apple tells developers
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is rolling out more ads to the App Store as announced earlier this year, starting next week, it told developers in an email.
The 10th Gen iPad was supposed to make the iPad lineup simpler, but it does the opposite
By Palash Volvoikar published
Opinion The new base iPad comes with a hefty price tag, confusing the iPad lineup, and leaving the iPad's best-performing price bracket empty.
macOS Ventura to launch in last week of October with support for upcoming 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pros
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple will release macOS Ventura in the week of October 24, with support for the upcoming M2 Pro and Max-based 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro models, says Mark Gurman.
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