Apple reportedly changes repair policy for iPhone 15 microphones

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Apple can now supposedly repair the bottom-right microphone on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. This microphone can now be replaced individually by Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers, instead of replacing the entire mid-frame chassis as before. This change should reduce the repair costs for customers and the environmental impact on Apple.

However, this new procedure only applies to the lower-end iPhone 15 models. For the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, and other iPhone models, the bottom-right microphone still requires a mid-frame replacement. The same is true for all other microphones on iPhones, such as the ones near the earpiece and rear camera.

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Meet the Surface Laptop Studio 2: Microsoft’s most powerful laptop ever

Microsoft unveiled its new high-end convertible laptop, the Surface Laptop Studio 2, at its launch event in New York City. The Laptop Studio 2 retains the overall aesthetic of its predecessor but adds some welcome power-user features.

The Surface Laptop Studio 2 has a 14.4-inch pull-forward display, making it a much more touch-friendly device. You can use it in laptop, stage, or tablet mode. The display supports the Surface Slim Pen 2, which has haptic feedback and attaches magnetically to the front of the keyboard.

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Microsoft unveils Surface Laptop Go 3

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Microsoft has just launched the successor to the Surface Laptop Go 2. The new Surface Laptop Go 3 gets upgraded internals, including a new system running on the 12th-gen Intel Core i5 CPU and Intel Iris Xe graphics, which Microsoft claims to offer an 88% speed bump over the original Surface Laptop Go that arrived at the end of 2020.

The Surface Laptop Go 3 is designed for portability, weighing less than 2.5 pounds, and featuring a 12.4-inch touchscreen. It also has two Studio mics and Dolby Atmos–tuned speakers for a better audio experience. Moreover, Microsoft promises up to 15 hours of battery life on a single charge.

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How the instax Pal lets you capture and print your photos in minutes

Fujifilm’s latest instax camera, the instax Pal, is a tiny 4.9-megapixel digital camera that lets you print your photos with the included instax Mini Link 2 printer. You can also edit your photos with the Pal app, which connects to the camera and the printer via Bluetooth. The insax Pal is designed for teens who want to capture and share life’s spontaneous moments.

The camera has a wide-angle lens, a flash, and a simple viewfinder. You can take photos by pressing the shutter button on the back or by using the app as a remote control. The camera also supports interval shooting, with options for 3, 6, 11, or 21 continuous images at three-second intervals. 

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