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MacworldOne of the most surprising aspects of the newiPhone 16eis its lack of MagSafe. MagSafe is an Apple-created tech thats so good that the Wireless Power Consortium adopted it as the basis of the Qi2 wireless charging standard used by non-Apple devices. But its not on the iPhone 16e, and thats by design.In his review of the iPhone 16e, John Gruber states that the phones target audience doesnt care about MagSafe, according to Apple representatives he spoke to. Users of the 16e exclusively charge through a cable, and if they did use inductive charging, they dont care that the 16e is limited to the slower 7.5W Qi charging speed. For comparison, the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro have MagSafe that charges at 25W if you use a 30W or higher adapter, and they have the magnets that the 16e doesnt have to ensure a proper connection.Whether thats true or not, MagSafe still feels like an odd feature to omit. MagSafe is a marquee Apple feature, not only because it offers convenient, fast charging, but also because the magnets involved offer non-charging functionality. For example, I use a car mount that holds my iPhone 16 using the MagSafe magnets. I cant use the iPhone 16e with my mount.Apples reasoning sounds like marketing rationalization. We know that MagSafe doesnt interfere with Apples new C1 modem as was speculated, and MagSafe probably doesnt cost that much for Apple to implement. What is clear is that if MagSafe is a key factor in your buying decision, you have to step up from the iPhone 16e to the iPhone 16 or 16 Prowhich might be the real reason why Apple left it out.If you want an iPhone 16e with MagSafe, you can add a MagSafe case, but youll still only get 7.5W charging speeds. Learn more about the iPhone 16e, the differences between the iPhone 16e and the iPhone SE it replaced, the 5 things Apple killed to make room for the iPhone 16e, and the details on MagSafe.Apple iPhone 16eBest Prices Today:699 at Alternate | 699 at Computeruniverse | 699 at OTTO

MacworldThe new iPhone 16e might lack Apples fast-charging MagSafe technology but fear not as there is a simple solution where you can clean up Apples mistake and add efficient magnetic charging to the 16e.The most surprising compromise Apple made in creating its entry-level model is the 16es lack of its much-lauded and highly useful MagSafe technology that creates a strong magnetic bond between the back of the iPhone and supporting devices. MagSafe has been a mainstay of all iPhones since 2020s iPhone 12 (with the one exception of the 2022 iPhone SE). Its a fantastic charging method that makes sure your phone is aligned with the charger.Non-magnetic Qi wireless charging relies on the user positioning the phone in exactly the right spot of the charging device. Get it a fraction of an inch wrong or even slightly knock the phone out of position and the charging speed will be either reduced or more likely stopped altogether. But theres a fix to make your 16e charging foolproof.How to add MagSafe to the iPhone 16eThe solution to removing the poor wireless charging performance of the iPhone 16e is quite simple: put the iPhone into a MagSafe-compatible case. But make sure its the right type of case.With a premium MagSafe case, this should enable the phone to lock magnetically to the MagSafe charger, ensuring alignment between the charger and the phones wireless charging coil, and therefore optimized coupling between the coils of the phone and the charger.We tested this out using the first iPhone 16e case that we got our hands onthe dbrand Grip Casebut charging should work with most MagSafe cases. Just note that not all iPhone 16e cases, even ones that say they are MagSafe compatible, will feature magnets inside the case, so youll need to buy the right one. You can check our reviews of the best iPhone 16 cases for the best iPhone 16e cases as they are released.Dbrand claims that its case is especially adept at creating the best magnetic connection between iPhone 16e and wireless charger as it has a unique magnetic array setup that isnt a simple series of magnets, which was originally developed for the Samsung Ultra smartphones to eliminate magnet-based electromagnetic resonance interference. It lowers field distortion and provides a stronger magnetic attachment, without triggering foreign object detections between the charger and device.There is now a huge market in MagSafe chargers, from simple pucks to 3-in-1 charging stands that can simultaneously charge an iPhone or two, AirPods, and Apple Watch. We have tested and reviewed the best MagSafe chargers and the best magnetic power banks that also use the technology to clamp the wireless-charging battery pack to the back of the iPhone.Simon Jary / FoundryYoure still missing out on the best MagSafeWhile a magnetic MagSafe case will solve the issue of alignment, youll be missing out on the benefits of faster charging. Wireless charging on the iPhone 16e adheres to the Q1 standard and maxes out at 7.5W, while Apples built-in MagSafe supports wireless charging at 15W. The latest version of Apples own MagSafe Charger alone supports 25W wireless charging on the latest iPhones.Simon Jary / FoundryAccording to sources, Apple doesnt think the lack of MagSafe on the 16e is a big deal as it thinks that most people charge their phones using a cable anyway and dont stress over charging speeds. An Apple representative told John Gruber at Daring Fireball that most people in the 16es target audience exclusively charge their phones by plugging them into a charging cable.But while wired charging by Lightning (iPhone 12-14) or USB-C (iPhone 15-16) is certainly faster (up to 30W) than wireless, its nowhere near as convenient. The 16es lack of MagSafe makes wireless charging a poorer user experience than other iPhones and even some Qi2 Android phones.Because the iPhone 16e lacks magnets inside, when using a MagSafe charger itsnearly impossible to achieve a perfect alignment. Any slight offset (even by a few millimeters) can lead to suboptimal coupling between the transmitter and receiver coils. This increases resistive losses and reduces power-transfer efficiency. But with a case, youll at least know your phone is charging, even if itll take a little longer than it should.Simon Jary / Foundry

The iPhone 16e has already been subjected to its first teardown, highlighting Apple's custom C1 modem, a bigger battery, and lack of MagSafe.iPhone 16e teardown by Rewa TechnologyIt's Friday, which means the iPhone 16e is starting to land in the hands of owners across the globe. Unsurprisingly, it didn't take too long for the first teardown video to hit YouTube.Rewa Technology has taken a crack at cracking open Apple's newest addition to its lineup. The video is short and sweet, clocking in at just under five-and-a-half minutes long, but it still gives us our first look at what makes the iPhone 16e tick. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

NHL referees won't need to visually scan for a clock during Saturday's Stadium Series game they'll feel it on their wrist.The NHL is incorporating Apple WatchThe National Hockey League (NHL) has teamed up with Apple and Presidio to introduce the NHL Watch Comms App, a real-time notification system running on Apple Watches configured specifically for on-ice officials. The technology provides haptic alerts for key in-game events like period and power play countdowns.While the software has been in use throughout the 2024-2025 season, it will debut in an outdoor setting at the upcoming Detroit Red Wings vs. Columbus Blue Jackets match at Ohio State University's football stadium. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

With spring on the horizon, step out to see the array of exciting architecture and design-related festivals, exhibitions, and trade shows available throughout the month of March.From the roster of ongoing and upcoming events listed on Bustler, here is our curated selection of recommendations worth checking out.UPCOMING EVENTS

AMD has revealed more details about its new generation of graphics cards: the Radeon RX 9070 and the Radeon RX 9070 XT. During an event, the company has revealed that the new GPUs will be hitting store shelves on March 6, and will be priced at $549 for the RX 9070, and $599 for the RX 9070 XT, solidly targeting the mid-range market.According to AMDs pricing strategy, both graphics cards will be competing with Nvidias current mid-range offerings: the GeForce RTX 5070, and the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. The company has described its new GPUs as allowing 4K gaming at a 1440p price.The new graphics cards, referred to by AMD as falling under its Radeon RX 9000 line, have been built using its new RDNA 4 architecture. The company claims that this will allow the new GPUs to get up to 40 percent higher gaming performance when compared to RDNA 3-based GPUs.The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT will feature 64 compute units, with a game clock of 2.4 GHz and a boost clock of up to 3 GHz, and will have a power draw of around 304 W. The RX 9070 XT, on the other hand, will have 56 compute units, a game clock of 2.1 GHz, and a boost clock of up to 2.5 GHz, and will have a power draw of around 220 W. Both GPUs will feature 16 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, and will run on a 256-bit memory interface.Alongside the new GPUs, AMD will also be launching the next generation of its FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)technology, helpfully titled FSR 4. The technology will make use of machine learning-powered upscaling technology for higher frame rates, and will be supported by more than 30 games at launch.Today, were thrilled to unveil the AMD Radeon RX 9000 series, a significant leap forward in graphics performance powered by our next-generation AMD RDNA 4 architecture, said CVP and general manager of AMDs Ryzen CPU and Radeon Graphics divisions David McAfee. These GPUs are designed to meet the demands of todays games, delivering enthusiast-class gaming experiences to gamers everywhere, while ready to support tomorrows innovations.Through the power of advanced AI and Raytracing accelerators, were not just improving frame rates were fundamentally enhancing the gaming experience. Offering incredible performance, AI-powered features, and next-gen display support at competitive price points, the Radeon RX 9000 Series delivers exceptional value for gamers looking to upgrade their systems.AMD had originally unveiled the GPUs during CES 2025 back in January. Alongside the Radeon RX 9070 and its XT equivalent, the company had also announced the Radeon RX 9060 and RX 9060 XT. As their names might suggest, the two GPUs are meant to target the lower-mid range market, and will likely be used for 1080p gaming. AMD hasnt yet revealed details on these two GPUs. However, we do know that both of them will feature 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM.The new graphics cards by AMD will be directly competing with Nvidias new GeForce RTX 5000-series of GPUs. Despite much anticipation, the Nvidia GPUs have seen quite a few issues at launch, including lack of stocks at retailers.

Metroid Dread developer MercurcySteam has finally unveiled its next title Blades of Fire, a 3D action-adventure game. Launching on May 22nd for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC (via the Epic Games Store), it retails for $59.99 with pre-orders now live. Check out the gameplay trailer below.Players control Aran de Lira of the Kings Ward, one of the few remaining who can use steel after Queen Nereas curse. Facing off against her minions, Aran can utilize over 30 Forge Scrolls and pull from seven weapon families to create almost infinite weapon combos. Combat involves targetting different body parts, though your choice of weapon will determine whether it can pierce enemy armor.With over 50 enemy types, theres a surprising amount of variety. Aran also works alongside Adso, who provides tips and adds to the lore as they venture across different environments to defeat Queen Nerea. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks.

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Intel is delaying the opening of its $28 billion Ohio chip plants yet again. In an update on Friday, Intel executive vice president Naga Chandrasekaran said the company now expects its first factory to begin operations between 2030 and 2031 years later than its initial plan to kick off production in 2025.Meanwhile, the second fabrication plant on Intels Ohio campus isnt expected to open until 2032. We are taking a prudent approach to ensure we complete the project in a financially responsible manner, Chandrasekaran said in the post. We will continue construction at a slower pace, while maintaining the flexibility to accelerate work and the start of operations if customer demand warrants.Intels Ohio fabrication units have been beset by delays since the very beginning. In 2022, the chipmaker postponed the groundbreaking ceremony over a lack of government funding. It later bumped the opening of its plants to 2027 or 2028.The past year has been tumultuous for Intel. The company grappled with mass layoffs, major financial losses, and the removal of Pat Gelsigner as CEO. In January, Intel revealed that its canceling its AI chip as the company attempts to simplify its roadmap and concentrate resources.As noted by The Columbus Dispatch, Intel has invested $3.7 billion into its Ohio chip plants since 2022. The company says it has completed the basement level of its fab and has since started to work on the above-ground structure. Chandrasekaran added that the delay allows us to manage our capital responsibly and adapt to the needs of our customers.