Palash Volvoikar
Palash has been a technology and entertainment journalist since 2013. Starting with Android news and features, he has also worked as the news head for Wiki of Thrones, and a freelance writer for Windows Central, Observer, MakeUseOf, MySmartPrice, ThinkComputers, and others. He also worked as a writer and journalist for Android Authority, covering computing, before returning to freelancing all over town. He's an engineering dropout with a degree in English Literature. He talks about everything from Apple to Microsoft, Android to Chrome OS, to movies and TV. In addition to keeping a track of the Silicon scene, he also keeps up with the evolution of storytelling on the screen. You can always find him watching, playing, writing, or ranting.
Latest articles by Palash Volvoikar
Chase Bank could replace Goldman Sachs as Apple Card partner, says report
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is likely to partner up with Chase Bank for the Apple Card after ending its partnership with Goldman Sachs.
Apple Vision Pro launch likely March 2024, says top insider
By Palash Volvoikar last updated
Apple is looking to delay the launch of the Vision Pro mixed-reality headset to March 2024, from the earlier planned January launch, according to a top Apple insider.
Apple makes legal move to challenge EU law that enforces sideloading
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple has filed a legal case against the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA), which requires bigger companies like Apple to open up their platforms to sideloading.
Crucial X10 Pro SSD review: Blazing-fast portability
By Palash Volvoikar published
The Crucial X10 Pro is a very small, light, and rugged SSD that offers some blazing-fast speeds while coming with an affordable price tag.
Apple will retire the iTunes Movie Store app with iOS 17.2
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is planning on retiring the iTunes Movie Store app with iOS 17.2, and moving the functionality to its Apple TV app.
Leak details Apple's second-gen Vision Pro headset codenamed Project Alaska
By Palash Volvoikar published
A new report has detailed Apple's sequel to the Vision Pro headset, which is codenamed Project Alaska, and will go on sale likely in late 2025 or early 2026.
ZikeDrive USB4 NVMe SSD enclosure (Z666) review: DIY storage for blazing speeds
By Palash Volvoikar published
The ZikeDrive USB4 NVMe SSD enclosure (Z666) is the fastest external SSD enclosure out there right now, and it beats off-the-shelf options while coming in at a lower price.
Apple's iPad lineup likely to get a complete refresh next year
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is planning a full refresh of its whole iPad lineup in 2024, according to a new report.
Apple yet to start broad testing on M3 Ultra, says report
By Palash Volvoikar published
A new report says that Apple isn't yet broadly testing the M3 Ultra, a sequel to its top-of-the-line chip M2 Ultra.
New M3 MacBook Pro may not get a battery capacity bump, reveals regulatory filing
By Palash Volvoikar published
Regulatory filings for new MacBook Pro batteries reveal that the battery sizes for new models may stay the same.
Crucial X9 Pro SSD review: Budget portability
By Palash Volvoikar published
The Crucial X9 Pro SSD is one of the best external SSDs you can buy today, with a low price tag, decent speeds, and great looks.
Apple set to refresh iPads in March 2024, instead of 2023, says report
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is looking to refresh its iPad lineups in March 2024, says a top insider, refuting recent reports that pointed to a 2023 release.
Mac event likely to happen at the end of October as supplies dwindle
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is likely to hold a Mac event at the end of October, with existing models running low on supply as it plans to refresh the iMac and MacBook Pros.
SanDisk PRO-G40 SSD review: Solid speeds, shaky reliability
By Palash Volvoikar published
The SanDisk PRO-G40 SSD is a great external SSD that's rugged to boot, but SanDisk's reliability issues are holding it back.
Apple may announce new iPads next week, claim sources; top insider disagrees
By Palash Volvoikar published
Reports are saying new iPads are launching next week, while top insider disagrees they're due for an October release.
Apple considering making future Vision headsets lighter and smaller, says report
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is considering making its future mixed reality Vision headsets lighter, and possibly smaller, according to a new report.
Apple blames iPhone 15 Pro overheating on apps and iOS 17 bug, with fix coming soon
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple has addressed the iPhone 15 Pro overheating issue, saying a software bug in iOS 17 is responsible, with an update fix on the way.
Apple considering bidding for Formula 1 streaming rights, says report
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple is looking to bid for Formula 1 streaming rights for Apple TV Plus, expected to cost an estimated $2 billion per year.
Apple wants to make even more iPhones in India, plans to grow 5x in five years
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple wants to move more manufacturing to India as it continues a shift away from relying on its China manufacturing operations.
Usher will headline the 2024 Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show
By Palash Volvoikar published
Popular hip-hop and rap artist Usher will headline the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show, sponsored by Apple Music.
USB-C Magic Mouse, Trackpad, and Keyboard to launch with the next iMac
By Palash Volvoikar published
USB-C versions of the Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, and Magic Keyboard will arrive alongside the next iMac, according to a new report.
iPhone 15 Pro's AAA games support isn't about competing with consoles, says Apple exec
By Palash Volvoikar published
Apple's new iPhone 15 Pro, which will run console versions of some AAA games, isn't looking to compete with consoles, says an Apple exec.
Best free apps for iPhone
By Palash Volvoikar published
Want to find some free apps to fill your new iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Pro, but don't know where to start with nearly 2 million titles to sift through? We've got the list you need.