Week in Review: The top stories in phones, computing, and more

Suits upstages the iPhone 15 drama, Samsung may lose the aluminum, and a TV in a suitcase Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( August 18, 2023 CONNECT WITH TECH RADAR  [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Youtube]( [Tech Radar]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE](  [] Welcome to the Week in Review [] Welcome Yes, it's still August, but in my mind it's already September, and I'm staring at the new iPhone 15. How else can I feel when every day is filled with new rumors about Apple's next big release? That said, we know this round of iPhones won't be a sea change (USB-C charging does not count as a monumental update). The lack of major design and feature enhancements from Apple means that even incremental updates from Samsung for both new and slightly older phones (like the Galaxy Z Fold 4 getting a OneUI update), and the likelihood that Samsung's S24 Ultra will remain the telephoto leader, mean the iPhone 15 could have its work cut out. Even in the wearable space, Apple's anticipated Watch 9 will not be the big redesign we're waiting for – although the Watch 10, or Watch X, could be a different story, and at least here Apple's lead is so huge that it can almost afford to stand still while Google, Samsung, and others try out new designs and features in a bid to catch up. I wonder if Apple will try to distract us with the surprise addition of Face ID to all the latest MacBooks (ones with the notch). I would love that. Maybe I should just stop worrying about all this and settle in to watch Suits like everyone else. But if you can drag yourself away from Gabriel Macht for a moment, please join us as we look back at the biggest stories of the week – it wasn't all about Apple, or the show that introduced the world to Meghan Markle. Until next week, Lance Ulanoff, US Editor-in-Chief How will AI impact your industry now – and in the future? AI Impact is a new, virtual event that separates hype from reality; delivering insights into how industries and business functions will be enhanced and tested in the age of AI. Join globally renowned experts, including Zack Kass (OpenAI), for two days of invaluable discussion. [Register Now]( ADVERTISEMENT [] The week in iPhone [] [The iPhone 15's charging speeds look set to disappoint]( The iPhone 14 Pro Max (Apple) [The iPhone 15's charging speeds look set to disappoint]( iPhone charging speeds have traditionally lagged behind those available on Android devices, and that looks set to continue. Sources are saying that the iPhone 15 will get a wired charging speed boost to 35W – but that's still behind Android flagships. [Read the full story]( [] - [Apple may cut iPhone 15 production due to 'demand concerns']( [] - [Mystery iPhone 15 chip could spell bad news for USB-C charging speeds]( [] - [iPhone 14 battery reports threaten to spoil Apple's iPhone 15 launch party]( [] The week in Android phones [] [The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra could be tougher yet lighter]( The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra launched earlier this year (Future) [The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra could be tougher yet lighter]( How will the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Samsung's next super-premium smartphone, differ from the S23 Ultra that launched earlier this year? According to the latest whisperings it will switch from aluminum to a tougher titanium alloy frame, and it'll be a little lighter too. [Read the full story]( [] - [Samsung's newest update makes your Galaxy Z Fold 4 more like a Fold 5]( [] - [The Galaxy Z Flip 6 could get a huge camera upgrade next year]( [] - [This awesome-looking phone could turn out to be the OnePlus 11T]( [] The week in wearables [] [Next year's Apple Watch X is tipped to be a major upgrade]( The current Apple Watch 8 (Future) [Next year's Apple Watch X is tipped to be a major upgrade]( According to one Apple tipster, the Apple Watch X (or Apple Watch 10) due to land in 2024 is going to look significantly different to what we have today – and we have to admit that it's time for Apple to change up the design of its signature wearable. [Read the full story]( [] - [Pixel Watch 2 leak points to a new strap and a missing feature]( [] - [A new Garmin fitness device could launch soon alongside the Venu 3]( [] - [My super-cheap Casio watch is still the best $15 I've ever spent]( [] The week in computing [] [Apple could bring Face ID to its iMacs and MacBooks]( The iMac may one day get Face ID (insta_photos / Shutterstock) [Apple could bring Face ID to its iMacs and MacBooks]( Imagine being able to log into your Apple computer just by looking at it. That's the future promised by a newly discovered Apple patent, which suggests the company is looking at putting the Face ID tech from its iPhones and iPads into iMacs and MacBooks as well. [Read the full story]( [] - [Apple's M3 Ultra chips promise a huge performance jump]( [] - [Microsoft is giving users more ways to remove Windows 11 bloat]( [] - [Windows 11 update install failures are reportedly happening again]( [] The Week in Entertainment [] [Suits continues to break records for Netflix and Peacock]( Suits continues to dominate the streaming charts (USA Network) [Suits continues to break records for Netflix and Peacock]( Suits might have wrapped up four years ago, but it's finding a new lease of life on streaming services, and is racking up billions of viewed minutes across Peacock and Netflix – though the show's writers aren't benefiting from its continued success. [Read the full story]( [] - [I'm bingeing Narcos because it's better than Suits]( [] - [Everything we know about the second season of Reacher]( [] - [New movies and TV shows you should stream this weekend]( [] More of this week's top stories [] - [The Meta Quest 3 might get my favorite Quest Pro feature]( [] - [LG's TV suitcase looks fun, but it'll struggle to last through Oppenheimer]( [] - [I spend $3,000 a year on streaming and cable, and I don't know how to quit]( [] - [DJI Osmo Action 4 review: a polished GoPro alternative]( [] - [Solid-state driver earbuds are going to change portable audio]( Sharing TechRadar with your network keeps the quality of content high and these newsletters free. 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