Some spy shots of upcoming Apple Watch bands by designer brand Coach leaked last month, but now the accessories are about to get official as Coach lists the products on its website. The source of the original leak shared a URL to a not yet public listing on Coach’s site today, and we discovered product pages for several other models being prepared. The pages aren’t yet searchable on the site, and most don’t have images, but it looks like Coach is preparing for an upcoming launch ahead of Apple’s WWDC event later this month....

China’s decision to devalue its currency – leading to its biggest one-day loss in 20 years – could add to the effect of a strong dollar to hit Apple’s earnings from the country, warn analysts. The value of the yuan dropped 1.9% against the dollar, and a change in the way its value is determined by the Chinese central bank means that further decreases in value are more likely. Analysts warn that Apple either needs to absorb the difference – reducing its margins on Chinese sales – or increase prices in the country, weakening demand, reports the WSJ … Although you might expect Apple to benefit from reduced manufacturing costs in China, the majority of its contracts with Chinese suppliers are agreed in U....

A report last month accused Apple of lobbying to water down a Chinese forced labor bill, and we’ve now heard some specifics about the changes the iPhone maker wanted to see to proposed legislation. We noted at the time that Apple’s interventions were likely about ensuring practicality, and this is supported by the latest report… The New York Times report says Apple wanted to see three changes. Apple likely wants to be able to share details of its supply chains without the information being made available to competitors....

In the wake of Twitter killing off its already abandoned watchOS app, Chirp has risen and quickly become the best Apple Watch Twitter app in terms of features. The latest version of Chirp continues to expand how you can use Twitter on the watch. Chirp for Twitter 1.1.1 includes improvements to how media is handled in a few ways including both GIF and video playback from tweets on the Apple Watch....

CD Projekt Red thinks that the studio’s E3 2019 will be the biggest the company has ever had. At a press conference discussing the 2018 fiscal year, CD Projekt Red talked about the studio’s plans for Cyberpunk 2077 E3 2019, addressing a recent rumor while establishing that fans have a lot to look forward to once the presentation begins in June. The developer, most famous for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, has had a relatively quiet few years by comparison....

Anyone who hates shopping as much as I do will know that the one thing it’s really hard to buy online is clothing. In part, that’s because you often need to feel the material, but mostly it’s because stated sizes can be incredibly unreliable. One firm is hoping to change that, fitting a 3D body scanner in changing rooms, and then letting you know exactly which sizes to order from a range of brands …...

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With tales of Chinese people selling kidneys to buy iDevices not just urban legends, one Chinese hospital is suggesting a less drastic method. The BBC reports that the hospital is using iPhones and iPads as ways to attract sperm donors, with a rather direct message. In a posting on the Chinese messaging service WeChat, the hospital shows a photo of a rose gold iPhone 6s, and points out that the 6,000 Yuan ($940) paid for a series of regular sperm donations is enough to pay for one....

A new report out of China details the arrest of some 20 employees working as Apple distributors who illegally sold customer data as part of a $7 million operation. The arrested employees reportedly worked in “direct marketing and outsourcing” roles for the company in the Zhejiang province. While details are still light at this point aside from a police statement on the arrests, the report appears to describe an operation in which distributors with access to customer contact information were able to sell this information to the black market for profit....

Along with the vintage features of the franchise, Firaxis Games’ Civilization VI introduces a number of innovative new concepts and also upgrades some of the series’ core mechanics. It does not matter whether you are an aspiring builder or a fearless veteran of war. There is something of interest for everyone in this game. That said, all the new innovations mean that even players experienced with the Civilization franchise might need some help in the initial stages of the game....

Like Apple has done with the iPhone 8/8 Plus, the iPhone X won’t have the same carrier compatibility for all variants. Whether you want to keep as many options open for switching to another carrier in the future, or would like to know which models will work for you if your first choice is out of stock as you go to preorder the device, follow along below… While GSM is the standard for most carriers around the globe, Sprint and Verizon in the U....

Popular podcast player Castro is out today with a great update with the headlining feature of Watch Streaming. Watch Sync is also new which loads your favorite podcasts on your Apple Watch both automatically and with a manual option to give customers several ways to listen even when away from iPhone. Watch Streaming and Watch Sync for Castro Podcast Player debuted today with version 2019.14 in the App Store. Streaming gives Apple Watch users total freedom to listen to podcasts away from iPhone without having to worry whether episodes have been downloaded....

Claybook offers an enjoyable, lighthearted atmosphere, but the game’s environmental puzzles fail to stay interesting or satisfying for long. Claybook is, if nothing else, pleasant. The game has players control pieces of clay to solve various puzzles in a sandbox-like environment. As they roll their clay ball from checkpoint to checkpoint, or route water (which is also made of clay) into the correct pools, relaxing music lends their problem-solving the air of a day at the spa....

Subaru has announced pricing for its latest Crosstrek compact SUV today. Details about the 2018 model include the news that CarPlay will be standard with all of the available trim levels. The base and premium trims will receive a new 6.5-inch touch screen with CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility among other improvements that will come standard. The top trim level will feature an 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system with CarPlay and Android Auto, along with other upgrades over the base and premium variants:...

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It is the second day of the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, and we’re back on the show floor to discover the diamonds in the rough. Noke, the world’s first Bluetooth-enabled padlock, is one of those hidden gems. Noke replaces the nuisances of losing your keys or needing to remember random combinations with convenient unlocking over Bluetooth technology when your iPhone is within close range. After downloading the official Noke app for iOS, Android or Windows Phone, the padlock will automatically find and pair with your Bluetooth 4....

It’s also one for which the bar is expected to be raised every year. At CES, Intel designated additions for the third generation of Evo that extend beyond requirements such as instant wake and fast charging. Many of these are based on including multiple Intel technologies beyond the CPU. They include support for its Arc discrete GPUs and, consistent with tipping the scales toward performance versus absolute mobility, support for higher-wattage notebooks powered by its 12-gen H-series CPUs....

Daredevil star Charlie Cox has opened up about the stunt work and directors involved with this summer’s Marvel and Netflix miniseries event, The Defenders. The Defenders’ premiere date has now been officially revealed along with a viral website for the MCU’s New York Bulletin - teasing the events of previous Marvel/Netflix shows and hinting at what’s to come in August, when New York’s superheroes team up. While we’re still waiting for a proper trailer, the increase in promotion means it’s likely on the way....

Dance pro from Dancing with the Stars, Cheryl Burke reveals in her blog that she thinks contestants need to stop trying to prove themselves. She thinks that the show needs to feel more authentic because the celebrity dancers need to stop feeling on the defensive. Longtime Dancing with the Stars dance pro, Cheryl Burke was denied her chance to win a third Mirror Ball trophy when she and her partner, ex-Baltimore Ravens player Ray Lewis, left the competition after suffering a foot injury....

The Chromebook is an excellent tool for staying connected and keeping up with your work. You may feel frustrated with a Chromebook that won’t turn on. No one likes to be without their device, especially when it is crucial for work or school. Fortunately, you can take several troubleshooting steps to try and fix the issue. This article will provide some helpful tips on how to solve the most common issues preventing a Chromebook from turning on....