Apple's Biggest Mistake: Bring Back the Headphone Jack

May 10, 2023

If you’ve bought an iPhone in the past few years, you’ve noticed that it no longer has a headphone jack. Apple removed it from the iPhone in 2016 in favor of the Lightning connector and AirPods. But now that the EU is forcing the company to redesign its flagship smartphone, Apple has an opportunity to bring it back. In our top story, I explain why I think restoring the headphone jack would be a smart move for the iPhone 15.

Other Highlights:

• Josh gives you his thoughts on the MOBIUZ OLED gaming monitor.
• Andrew found a great new Bing AI browser extension.
• Apple finally brings Final Cut Pro to the iPad.
• … and more!

— Danny

Apple is famous for calling an early end to useful tech in its devices. Floppy disks, optical drives, USB-A ports, and more were given the boot years before users were ready. However, the company has a unique opportunity to reverse one of its worst decisions and bring back the headphone jack. Read More »

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The popular Dutch electric bike maker VanMoof just released two all-new ebikes with the brand’s typical styling, simplified features, and more affordable price tags. The new VanMoof S4 and X4 have reduced features to improve reliability, but they’re still a pretty penny. Read More »

This week, Apple announced that it is bringing Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to the iPad, allowing creators to unleash their creativity in new ways anywhere they go. The apps are designed to offer powerful features that take full advantage of the iPad’s touch interface. Read More »

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