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This year's iPhone lineup is expected to undergo a significant redesign. All other models, except for the base iPhone 17, are expected to get a new camera module on the back. Also, Apple is expected to join the slim phone trend with its iPhone 17 Air, which is speculated to be even thinner than the 5.8 mm-thin Galaxy S25 Edge. Additionally, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is tipped to get a smaller Dynamic Island compared to the iPhone 16 Pro Max. It was suggested earlier that with the iPhone 18 Pro models, Apple could move the Face ID under the display. Recently, display analyst Ross Young also corroborated the claim and suggested that under-display Face ID could be a reality in next year's iPhone. According to ET News, Apple is getting ready to take things a step forward for its 20th anniversary iPhone model. Notably, the report claims that Apple could introduce a bezel-less iPhone in 2027, something most people have been dreaming of (you might have seen various mockups of such iPhones as well). Also, the company is purportedly planning to upgrade the display technology, transitioning from the current 28nm planar process to a 16nm FinFET process OLED display driver chip (DDI) to reduce power consumption and equip the iPhone with a never-seen-before display design. Regarding this, Apple is reportedly set to meet soon with Samsung Display and LG Display—Apple's two main OLED suppliers. Furthermore, the report claims that Apple is exploring the commercial viability of advanced technologies such as pure silicon batteries, under-display cameras (UDC), and four-sided curved displays. The four-sided curved display could allow Apple to introduce an iPhone without the bezel. According to an industry insider, "Apple has focused on perfection and user experience rather than being the first in the industry to apply new technologies, and has introduced them when the technology is sufficiently mature and can be optimized for its own products." For now, these are rumors, and we would suggest you take this information with a huge pinch of salt. But do let us know your thoughts about a bezel-less iPhone in the comments below. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every day for many years. News posts... 2023: 5,800+ | 2024: 5,700+ | 2025 (till end of April): 1,811 RIP Matrix | Farewell my friend

The Digital Markets Act (DMA) continues to open up new avenues in Apple's ecosystem. Now, thanks to the DMA, users in Europe can finally use PayPal's tap-to-pay contactless payment method. iOS users had previously been stuck with a single option for NFC transactions, to use the Apple Pay and Wallet. After listening to complaints from payment services, antitrust authorities in Europe found Apple's restriction to be anti-competitive, and in January 2024, Apple offered to allow third-party developers to access the NFC chip on iPhones, to process payments. Similarly, Apple had announced in August 2024, that it would expand support for NFC capabilities in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, the UK, and the US too. A year after the change, NFC support is being introduced to PayPal in Europe. According to German blog, iPhone Ticker, PayPal is rolling out tap-to-pay support for users in . However, there is a limitation. The contactless payment method only works with Mastercard, i.e. it doesn't support Visa cards yet. This limitation is said to be due to a partnership between Mastercard and PayPal. (Image via iPhone Ticker) The contactless payment feature is currently undergoing a soft rollout in Europe, and may only be available to some users as part of a limited trial. Once it is fully operational, it will allow users to conveniently tap their iPhones at Mastercard-enabled terminals, facilitating payments without the need for Apple Pay. PayPal is also planning cashback offers from selected partners to promote the feature. Interestingly, PayPal isn't the first payment service to add NFC support for iPhone in Europe, The Verge reports that a Norwegian payment app called Vipps was the first to introduce tap-to-pay feature in December 2024. Apple was recently ordered by a U.S. Federal judge to allow third-party payments on the App Store, after it was found to have intentionally breached an injunction. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every day for many years. News posts... 2023: 5,800+ | 2024: 5,700+ | 2025 (till end of April): 1,811 RIP Matrix | Farewell my friend

Things are heating up for Apple's first foldable device. It was recently tipped that Apple will move toward a bi-annual release cycle for iPhones, with the company's first foldable expected to launch in the second half of 2026. The foldable iPhone will launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro Max, iPhone 18 Pro, and the iPhone 18 Slim/Air, as per the leaked release cycle. However, fresh information provides more details about the upcoming foldable iPhone, suggesting it will feature the most advanced display technology ever seen on a foldable device. Notably, Samsung is rumored to be supplying the display to Apple for foldable iPhones. Apple has been reluctant to enter the foldable market without offering a technological edge over existing folding phones. Earlier this year, it was reported that Apple had successfully managed to eliminate the display crease on its foldable device. According to yeux1122's fresh blog on Korea's Naver platform, the foldable iPhone will use a new process display for which Apple holds the trademark rights. The display reportedly meets "Apple's desired levels of thickness, power-to-weight ratio, brightness," and other requirements. Additionally, Samsung, the display supplier, has never used this particular technology in any of its existing products. The new display is approximately 19% thinner compared to the current Galaxy Z Fold model. Samsung reportedly achieved this by integrating the touch sensor into the display. The blog also mentions improvements in color reproduction and brightness, with expectations that the display could offer the highest peak brightness among foldables. A reliable source, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, has previously suggested that Apple's foldable iPhone will feature a nearly invisible display crease when folded. Also, the phone's higher-quality hinge is rumored to be made of metallic glass, offering 2.5 times more durability than a titanium hinge. For all these advanced features, don't be surprised if Apple asks upwards of $2,000 for its first foldable iPhone. As of now, this information remains speculative, so take it with a pinch of salt. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every day for many years. News posts... 2023: 5,800+ | 2024: 5,700+ | 2025 (till end of April): 1,811 RIP Matrix | Farewell my friend

The latest WhatsApp update adds the platform to the iPhone’s list of default apps. You can now choose WhatsApp as your iPhone’s default app for calls and text messages, as noted by WABetaInfo. After updating WhatsApp to version 25.8.74, you’ll see the app appear as an option in your Messaging and Calling default app settings. Apple first announced that it would let iPhone users in the European Union change their default phone and messaging apps, but it later said that everyone would be able to do the same in iOS 18.2. Screenshot: The Verge You can change your default calling and texting app by heading to your settings, selecting Apps > Default Apps. From there, select the Messaging and Calling options, and you’ll see a list of alternative apps you can choose from, which now includes WhatsApp if you upgrade to the latest version. Once you change your default app, your iPhone will automatically pull up your selected app when you tap a phone number on a webpage, for example, or select the message button from your contacts list. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every day for many years. News posts... 2023: 5,800+ | 2024: 5,700+ | 2025 (till end of February): 874 RIP Matrix | Farewell my friend

Key notes Apple Devices app is available for PCs running Windows 10 version 19045.0 or higher Last year, Apple announced its plans to split the popular iTunes app for Windows into three different apps: Apple Music, Apple TV and Apple Devices. The official Apple Music app for Windows will allow you to access millions of songs and podcast content. The official Apple TV app for Windows will allow you to enjoy millions of movies, TV shows and more. The new Apple Devices app for Windows will allow you to manage Apple devices including iPhone, iPad and iPod from your Windows PC. Apple Devices app for Windows will allow you to: Transfer photos, music, movies and more between your Windows computer and your iPhone, iPad or iPod. You can sync selected files from specific apps to your iPhone, iPad or iPod. Safeguard the information on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch by backing it up. Easily restore the information onto your device whenever needed. Apple Devices app is available for PCs running Windows 10 version 19045.0 or higher. Download the Apple Devices app for Windows from the Microsoft Store. If your PC is running on an OS that doesn’t support Apple Devices app, then you need to download the iTunes app to manage your Apple devices. Download iTunes for Windows from the Microsoft Store. Source

Rumors about the upcoming iPhone 16 have been continuously popping up online, revealing the design, camera specs, MagSafe charging ring changes, among other things, about the lineup. Cut to now, a fresh rumor has appeared online suggesting something interesting about the 2025 iPhone 17 series. According to analyst Jeff Pu of Haitong International Securities (via 9To5Google), Apple could let go of the iPhone 17 Plus model and could introduce a new iPhone 17 Slim variant, suggesting that Cupertino has significant plans for its next-gen iPhones. Analyst Jeff claimed that the 2026 iPhone 17 Slim could come with a 6.6-inch display and, more importantly, could sport a different design. The devices are alleged to come with front-facing camera improvements and a smaller Dynamic Island (a punch-hole, maybe?). As per the rumor, the iPhone 17 lineup would then consist of an iPhone 17, an iPhone 17 Slim, an iPhone 17 Pro, and an iPhone 17 Pro Max. Allegedly, the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Slim, and iPhone 17 Pro would use an aluminum frame, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max would be manufactured using the more durable titanium frame. Analyst Jeff also claims that the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim could see a RAM boost. Rumors suggest that the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim could come with 8GB of RAM, while the Pro models could come with 12GB of RAM. The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max could come with an advanced A19 Pro chipset, while the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim could be powered by an A18 or A19 processor. Various reports suggest that the iPhone Plus models aren't a hit among the masses and are considered a commercial failure. This is why Apple might be reworking its strategy and could introduce a new iPhone 17 Slim phone and replace the Plus model. Source

In the Android world, multiple smartphone brands are manufacturing folding phones. Samsung, Motorola, and OPPO are some of the big names in this category. When we talk about Apple, there has been a wave of rumors about a folding iPhone, but nothing concrete has surfaced online. Now, the latest patent leak shows Apple's folding iPhone with an innovative hinge mechanism. Apple's patent filed with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) last October has surfaced online (via Patently Apple), showing a novel hinge design for the folding iPhone. The folding iPhone design bears a resemblance to the flip-style clamshell foldable similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip series. However, the novel hinge mechanism that Apple is rumored to be considering for its folding iPhone has a greater range of motion. According to the leaked patent images, the hinge potentially allows the device to fold both ways, i.e., inwards and outwards. This will be a one-of-a-kind device on the market if it ever debuts. Notably, there have been rumors that a folding iPhone could launch in 2026. According to the leaked patent images, the folding mechanism applies to a broad set of devices including phones, tablets, laptops, and other portable devices. But the patent allegedly hints that if Apple were to bring a foldable iPhone, then they could consider a clamshell design over a folding boo-like style for their first folding iPhone. The patent image also shows that the hinge would come with synchronization gear plates with interlocked teeth, allowing for "synchronized rotational movement between the left and right halves of the hinge." Do note that a patent doesn't confirm or guarantee a product release. Apple, like other manufacturers, files multiple patents each year. But only a fraction of those patents get converted into a real-life product. So, a folding iPhone might be launched in the future, or it will stay as a patent for some more time. Notably, there have been rumors that a folding iPhone could launch in 2026. Let us know your thoughts on a folding iPhone, and would you consider a folding iPhone if it ever gets launched? Source

A new rumor suggests Apple might limit data and charging speeds for the unofficial iPhone USB-C accessories in the future. The information comes from Apple leaker ShrimpApplePro who has leaked iPhone 14's Dynamic Island design in the past. While the current iPhone models feature the proprietary Lightning connector, it's widely reported that Apple might switch to USB-C with the iPhone 15 series, well before the EU's mandatory deadline. ShrimpApplePro claims that Apple is working to expand its MFi program for USB-C. They added that Foxconn is already mass-producing accessories like EarPods and cables. This further strengthens previous rumors of Apple working to restrict the iPhone's USB-C port. For the uninitiated, MFi (Made for iPhone) is Apple's hardware certification program for original iPhone accessories. Buying MFi-branded accessories prevents users from purchasing counterfeit products while also bringing in profits for Apple. The program is currently available for accessories based on the Lightning interface. MFi-certified Lightning ports and connectors come with a custom chip that's used to prove they're Apple-approved. If the said rumor turns out to be true, iPhone's USB-C accessories would get the same treatment. It's yet to be known exactly how much difference the software limitations would create if Apple chooses to go with it. An already existing twist in iPhone's USB-C story was added by Apple analyst Ming Chi-Kuo last year. They predicted that the lower-end iPhone 15/15 Plus would retain the current Lightning/USB 2.0 speeds while the higher-end iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max "will support at least USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt 3." Governments and organizations, like the EU, have picturized a common charger for mobile devices to curb e-waste and are working to make the required laws. While a majority of Android manufacturers have switched to USB-C, Apple is yet to play its part and ditch the Lightning connector once and for all. Source: ShrimpApplePro via MacRumors Here's how Apple might profit off of iPhone's upcoming USB-C port

Apple may drop software support for a number of iPhones and iPads when iOS 17 is released later this year. Find out if your device made it to the list. In case you missed it, the Cupertino company will release reveal iOS 17 at WWDC 23 on June 5th. While beta testers may gain early access to the latest iteration of the operating system, the stable version of iOS 17 will only be rolled out in September this year, when Apple unveils the iPhone 15 line up. The news was first reported by Macrumours, and comes from a source who has a reliable track record for reporting about iOS updates. Rumored list of iPhones and iPads that won't get the iOS 17 update iPhone 8 iPhone 8 Plus iPhone X iPad (5th gen) 9.7-inch iPad Pro (1st gen) 12.9-inch iPad Pro (1st gen) Removing support for older phones isn't particularly new, each year Apple does the same when it ditches a handful of legacy devices. For reference, When iOS 16 was released, Apple ended support for the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone SE (1st gen), and the iPod touch (7th gen). Coming back to the list of devices that won't be updated to iOS 17, some people may view this as a forced upgrade, but is it? The oldest one in the list is the 12.9-inch iPad Pro 1st gen, which was announced in 2015. The next oldest device is the 9.7-inch iPad Pro 1st gen from 2016. All the other devices, i.e., the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X and the iPad (5th gen) were launched in 2017. Now, that list doesn't look particularly bad, does it? Aside from the larger iPads which were supported for 8 and 7 years respectively, the other iPhones and iPad received 6 years of iOS upgrades. I'd say that is actually pretty impressive if we take Android OS upgrades into account, which usually range from 2 to 3 years, except for Samsung's Galaxy S series phones which will get 4 major Android OS upgrades. Even Google's record isn't exactly stellar, as it only provides OS updates for 3 years, and security updates for a total of 5 years. Just because Apple won't provide the iOS 17 update doesn't necessarily mean the end of life for a device. The company occasionally releases security updates for old devices to keep users safe from vulnerabilities. The most recent example would be the iOS 12.5.7 update that was released in January 2023 for the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, and iPod touch (6th gen). The update patched a remote code execution issue that hackers could have exploited to run malicious code on a user's device. It is also worth noting that all iPhones and iPads that have a chipset from A5 to A11 have a major bootrom security vulnerability that has been called "checkm8". The iPhone 8, 8 Plus and X are equipped with an A11 chipset, the iPad 5th gen has an A9 chip and the other 2 iPads have an A9X chipset. The risk cannot be patched via a software update, since it is a ROM (Read-only memory) vulnerability. The exploit is quite commonly used to jailbreak iOS and iPadOS devices. So, it looks like my iPad 5th gen won't get the iOS 17. Do you have a device that won't get the update? Rumor: These iPhones and iPads may not get the iOS 17 update

Apple has released the latest version of its operating system, iOS 16.4, which is now available on all compatible iPhones. This update includes a range of new and exciting features, such as additional emojis, improved crash detection, and updates to the Weather app with support for voiceover. Additionally, users can now receive push notifications for Safari and enjoy an updated podcast interface. One particularly noteworthy feature is the enhanced call quality, which ensures crystal-clear conversations during phone calls. The key to this improved call quality is the Voice Isolation feature for cellular calls, which is now available after updating to the latest iOS 16.4 version. Previously, this feature was limited to VoIP calls made via apps like FaceTime and WhatsApp. Comparable to active noise cancellation found in some earbuds, the Voice Isolation feature filters out ambient noise picked up by the iPhone's microphone during a call, ensuring that only the speaker's voice is transmitted to the other end of the line. With this new feature, iPhone users can look forward to clearer and more uninterrupted conversations. To take advantage of the Voice Isolation feature, it is necessary to own an iPhone SE (2020) or a more recent model. In this article, we provide a guide on how to activate this useful feature in the new iOS 16.4 update. How to activate Voice Isolation on iPhone with iOS 16.4? It is important to note that the Voice Isolation feature cannot be directly toggled on from the iPhone's Settings menu. The feature will then be enabled for the current call and will also be automatically activated for future calls, eliminating the need to repeat the process each time. Fortunately, the steps are simple and straightforward, making it easy for iPhone users to take advantage of this new and useful feature. Wide Spectrum Along with the Voice Isolation feature, Apple also introduced Wide Spectrum audio for FaceTime. This feature is designed to capture a wide range of sounds, including ambient noises and background music, making it ideal for when users want to share the entire audio experience of their surroundings with the person on the other end of the call. While Wide Spectrum audio is currently not available for regular phone calls, the mention in iOS 16.4 that the feature is "currently unavailable" suggests that it may be expanded to the Phone app in the future. If you ever do decide you want to disable Voice Isolation once activated, follow the same steps again, but switch your call quality back to Standard in the Mic Mode menu. Make crystal-clear phone calls with iPhone's new feature

Apple's upcoming 2023 flagship iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models were expected to feature solid-state buttons for volume, power, etc., similar to the Home button on iPhone 7. However, a fresh survey by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests Apple will go for regular buttons instead due to "unresolved technical issues before mass production." Kuo writes in his blog that reverting from the new solid-state button design will negatively impact Apple's exclusive Controller IC supplier Cirrus Logic and Taptic Engine supplier AAC Technologies. That's because investors had predicted that the new design would increase profits and revenues for the suppliers. However, Luxshare ICT, which is another Taptic Engine supplier for solid-state buttons, may not be affected as much given its bigger operating scale. Making hardware changes and switching back to regular physical buttons is still possible as iPhone 15 Pro is in EVT (Engineering Validation and Testing) development stage, according to Kuo. He added that it should have "a limited impact on the mass production schedule and shipments for Pro models." The iPhone 15 series is due for release in the second half of 2023. Among various features, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to have the thinnest bezels of all phones and a thinner camera bump. It was also demonstrated that the newer models may not be compatible with older iPhone 14 cases and Apple is expected to replace iPhone's Lightning port with USB-C. Source: Ming-Chi Kuo (Medium) Apple to ditch solid-state buttons on iPhone 15 Pro models, says analyst

The announcements were made to celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day. Door detection will use the lidar scanner and machine learning to identify doors and relay information about their location, labeling, and more to blind or low-vision users. Live Captions will transcribe what people on calls and in videos say while you use the phone. Apple Watch screen mirroring will give Watch users access to some accessibility features that are available on the iPhone but not the Watch. Users will be able to set how long Siri waits for you to finish speaking before saying something back or performing an action. Added touch gestures will give users more ways of controlling the Apple Watch. You'll be able to train your iPhone to recognize important sounds like your doorbell. Apple's Books app offers new customization options to make text more legible. Global Accessibility Awareness Day is Thursday, so Apple took to its newsroom blog this week to announce several major new accessibility features headed to the iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac. One of the most widely used will likely be Live Captions, which is coming to iPhone, Mac, and iPad. The feature shows AI-driven, live-updating subtitles for speech coming from any audio source on the phone, whether the user is "on a phone or FaceTime call, using a video conferencing or social media app, streaming media content, or having a conversation with someone next to them." The text (which users can resize at will) appears at the top of the screen and ticks along as the subject speaks. Additionally, Mac users will be able to type responses and have them read aloud to others on the call. Live Captions will enter public beta on supported devices ("iPhone 11 and later, iPad models with A12 Bionic and later, and Macs with Apple silicon") later this year. There's also door detection. It unfortunately will only work on iPhones and iPads with a lidar sensor (so the iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro, or recent iPad Pro models), but it sounds useful for those who are blind or have low vision. It uses the iPhone's camera and AR sensors, in tandem with machine learning, to identify doors and audibly tell users where the door is located, whether it's open or closed, how it can be opened, and what writing or labeling it might have. Door detection will join people detection and image descriptions in a new "detection mode" intended for blind or low-vision users in iOS and iPadOS. Apple's blog post didn't say when that feature would launch, however. Other accessibility additions that Apple says are just around the corner include 20 new Voice Over languages, new hand gestures on Apple Watch, and a feature that allows game players to receive help from a "buddy" with another game controller without disconnecting their own. Additionally, there are new Siri and Apple Books customizations meant to expand accessibility for people with disabilities, sound recognition customizations, and Apple Watch screen mirroring on the iPhone—which gives Watch users access to many accessibility features available on the iPhone but not the Watch. Tech enthusiasts often lament that smartphones (and personal tech in general) have become stagnant, without many exciting new developments. But that couldn't be further from the truth for many people with disabilities. Google, Apple, and numerous researchers and startups have been making significant advancements, bringing powerful new accessibility features to mobile devices. Listing image by Apple Apple details new iPhone features like door detection, live captions

Apple has started testing iOS 16 with beta testers, but there are certain features that the company doesn’t want to reveal right now even though they are part of the next iOS update, Always-on display (AOD), for example. According to Apple journalist Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, AOD will be exclusive to iPhone 14 Pro models, which may explain why it’s still not available in preview in iOS 16. Gurman also shared several other important pieces of information about the upcoming iPhone 14 Pro handsets. A revamped rock screen is one of the most talked-about features in iOS, and the upcoming “Pro” models will also have it, which will consist of widgets displaying weather, calendars, stocks, activities, and other data. The screen brightness and frame rate will be lowered to ensure a better life. The revamped lock screen will also allow users to keep sensitive data from appearing on the lock screen. They will work works hand-in-hand with AOD. Moreover, iPhone 14 Pro will have a much-improved camera system. Apple will use a 48 MP rear camera for the first time. The front-facing camera is also expected to be significantly better than previous models. The processing power is also likely to be better, courtesy of Apple’s faster A16 chip, something the iPhone 14 non-Pro models will not get, as reported by Gurman. A redesigned notch with a pill-shaped cutout for Face ID and a hole punch for the camera is another noteworthy change that Apple is set to introduce in iPhone 14 Pro. The non-Pro models will be a lot less exciting this year, as per Gurman. The regular iPhone 14 will get the same A15 chip from last year, which powers the iPhone 13 models. Also, due to poor demand, Apple will finally kill the 5.4-inch mini-size models and replace them with 6.7-inch ones. This year’s iPhone launch event could take place in September, though the exact dates are unknown. The event will tell us whether these leaks are true. In the meantime, keep reading MSPU to know all the latest updates about the upcoming iPhone 14 series. Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro will reportedly have these new features

A first look at the new always-on display, camera, and more The Pro gains a new 48-megapixel main camera. Photo: Allison Johnson / The Verge Apple just announced the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. They’re big upgrades to last year’s iPhone 13 Pro handsets with always-on screens, a new pill-shaped cutout that moves and animates, a faster A16 Bionic chip, and even an improved 48-megapixel camera. The iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max look very similar to last year’s 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max, until you look more closely at the display. The new pill-shaped cutout means the notch is gone, kind of. It actually moves around and animates, in what Apple calls the Dynamic Island. Notifications and alerts will adapt and move around the pill-shaped notch, and Apple is using this system for live activity widgets and even when you swipe up to move background tasks like music playback to the island. Greetings from Dynamic Island. The new Always On Display on the iPhone 14 Pro series. The Dynamic Island is a big change for the iPhone 14 Pro, and its shape-shifting seems to be a playful way to make better use of the notch real estate. If you can’t lose it, use it, I guess? Also new to the displays on the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max is an always-on feature. It works by showing widgets of information on the display without it needing to be powered on. You can check out weather, calendar information, and more. It looks great, and wallpapers even darken to match the always-on mode. It wouldn’t be a new iPhone without new cameras, though. For the first time ever, the iPhone is moving away from a 12-megapixel sensor to a 48-megapixel one. Improvements include advancements in low-light photography, all using a quad-pixel sensor with f/1.78 aperture and 24mm focal length. The cameras aren’t quite flush with the rear panel, but sit on a slightly raised pedestal. Image: Allison Johnson, The Verge For most photos, the sensor will take 12-megapixel binned photos to maximize light capture. This also allows Apple to crop the sensor in different ways to deliver true 2x zoom at a 48mm focal length. Also inside the iPhone 14 Pro models is Apple’s upgraded A16 Bionic chip. It’s hard to test the performance in the limited hands-on time we get with these devices, but Apple says it has focused on power efficiency, display, and camera with its new chip. This new chip also helps power the new Dynamic Island system. All in all, the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max feel every bit as solid as the previous generation, with some interesting improvements under the hood — particularly to the camera — that we’re eager to dive into. Hands-on with the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

The big iPhone is big The 14 and 14 Plus keep the notch. The iPhone 14 is here, and it’s available in two sizes this year: regular and big. The standard iPhone 14 sticks with the 6.1-inch display — notch intact — and the 14 Plus brings a big 6.7-inch screen to the standard, non-pro iPhone series for the first time. That’s the story: aside from the new size, not much else has physically changed from the iPhone 13. The 14 looks and feels identical to the 13, and the 14 Plus is a bona fide big phone. Apple makes some big claims for its battery life, too, calling it the best battery performance of any iPhone to date. The screens are both Super Retina XDR displays. The 14 Plus looks every bit as big as the 13 Pro Max but is noticeably lighter. The iPhone 14 Plus is a handful with a 6.7-inch screen. Apple is sticking with the iPhone 4-era flat screens and rails it brought back in 2020, and I, for one, am glad to see the design hanging around — I’ve felt the rounded edges of my iPhone 11 slip out of my hand one too many times. It’s a design that worked in 2010, and it still works in 2022, so why mess with it? Around back, the story is the same: two 12-megapixel cameras — wide and ultrawide — with 12-megapixel sensors behind each lens. There’s not much to see on the hardware level, but the sensor behind the main camera is bigger than in the iPhone 13, with bigger pixels and an f/1.5 aperture. The 14 sticks with the two-camera array. Another new feature you won’t see on the surface is Emergency SOS, which makes it possible to send messages from areas without cell service by using communication satellites. Both iPhone 14 models support it and will come with the service free for two years. Overall, the design and hardware are all very familiar by now, and the two phones look and feel like minor refreshes of the 13 — except that it now comes in big. And I’m here to tell you that yes, it is indeed large. If you’ve been eyeing the Pro Max but been put off by its $1,100 (or more) price tag, then the 14 Plus might just be the big iPhone you’ve been waiting for. Blue bubbles, the killer iPhone 14 feature. Hands-on with the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus

Returning for another year, the A15 The 14 and 14 Plus don’t have a new processor. Image: Apple Apple has announced that the regular iPhone won’t be getting a new processor this year — instead, the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus will be powered by Apple’s A15 Bionic chip, the same chip that’s in the iPhone 13 Pro — though it does have a bit more grunt than the A15 that was in the regular iPhone 13 and the $429 iPhone SE from earlier this year, thanks to an extra GPU core. This is the first time that Apple’s not updating to a new processor for one of its flagship iPhones since the 2008 iPhone 3G, which featured virtually the same internals as the original iPhone. The iPhone 14 Pro, meanwhile, has an A16 processor, which the company says is more power efficient, even when doing intensive tasks. The raw specs of the new chip are similar, though — like the A15 in the regular 14, it has a six-core CPU, a five-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. The new version just has better cores, according to Apple. The decision not to update the chipset for the standard iPhone 14 isn’t exactly a surprising one. Analysts like Ming-Chi Kuo and reporters like Mark Gurman have been predicting the move for months, and the chip shortage isn’t quite over yet. Using tried and true chips that Apple’s manufacturer already has experience making could help ensure that there are enough processors to meet demand. The older chip could also keep prices down at a time when inflation is bumping up the cost of other gadgets. The A15 is back for an encore. Image: Apple While potential iPhone 14 buyers probably won’t have to worry too much about performance — the A15 still outperforms the latest chips from Qualcomm and Google in most benchmarks — there is the question of longevity. While Apple has a great track record when it comes to long-term software support for its phones, I still have to wonder if the iPhone 14’s chip means that it’ll get one or two fewer iOS updates. The iPhone 14 doesn’t have Apple’s latest processor

Did you know that when your iPhone is locked you can still access the control center, by swiping up from the bottom right of the lock screen? The control center allows you to enable/disable stuff, access the camera, and control your phone's volume among other things. Do you know who else can use this? Anyone who steals your phone. This allows a thief to use the control center from the lock screen to turn on airplane mode, disabling cellular data and Wi-Fi hindering your ability to use “Find my iPhone". Here is how to disable the control center from a locked iPhone Tap Settings Tap “Touch ID & Passcode" Scroll down to “Allow access when locked” and turn “Control Center” off. You may also be able to turn on airplane mode with Siri, so you may want to disable that too making Siri inaccessible from the locks screen as well. That’s it. Control Center is no longer accessible from your iPhone's lock screen! Happy Computing! If you learned something today, great! If not, maybe share your own tech tip in the comments below! I'm Adam, I'm known as Warwagon on the forums. For the past 19 years, I've been operating my own computer repair business. In doing so, I deal with the average computer user on a day-to-day basis. Every bit of information I provide for people I do so with the lowest common denominator in mind. It's a common misconception that everyone who joins or browses a tech site is a techie. Some people are just looking for guidance. That is why for some, these tech tips may seem a bit too simplistic but they are educational for others. Tech Tip Tuesday: How to Prevent a thief from disabling your iPhone tracking

The iPhone 16 series is expected to launch in just a few months. Thanks to the leaks circulating the internet, we have a pretty good guess at what is incoming. You can read more about the latest iPhone 16 series leaks and rumors by heading to our dedicated section. In fact, rumors about the next year's iPhone, the iPhone 17 series, have also started popping up. Recently, it was reported that Apple could replace the Plus models from its iPhone lineup and instead introduce the iPhone 17 Slim in 2025. It has also been rumored that Apple could introduce its first foldable with a clamshell design as soon as 2026. Another thing that could change by 2026 is Apple's camera supplier. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo on X, after OLED, Samsung could enter Apple's CIS supply chain and could start shipping cameras for future iPhones. Apple is expected to ditch Sony and start using Samsung's 48MP camera for iPhone models as early as 2026. If this happens, then it would be a big blow to Apple's primary camera supplier, Sony, whose cameras Apple has been using in its iPhones for a long time. Notably, Samsung is expected to form a dedicated team to serve Apple. Moreover, since Samsung's supply of 48MP cameras could start in 2026, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 models could still be using Sony's sensors. Ming-Chi Kuo's article reads: It should be noted that Apple may not ditch Sony in favor of Samsung. The Cupertino-based company could even opt for a multi-vendor strategy for camera supply for its future iPhones. Kuo also added that Samsung is expected to supply a 48MP 1/2.6-inch camera sensor, which could likely be used as an ultra-wide camera in future iPhones, and the main camera could still be from Sony. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every single day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of June): 2,839 news posts

There are also several new details about the iPhone 16, 17, and SE. After years of rumors and speculation, Apple is moving ahead to produce its first foldable iPhone, according to two anonymous sources who spoke with tech publication The Information. The sources say that Apple has begun discussing specific component requirements with suppliers and offered several new details about both the foldable device and the upcoming iPhone 16, iPhone 17, and revamped iPhone SE. The foldable phone would arrive no sooner than 2026, as it takes about two years to go through the process of manufacturing a new iPhone model. It's also still possible that Apple will abandon its plans in the future. When the foldable iPhone does arrive, it will reportedly have a clamshell design similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. Codenamed "V68," the device would be much thinner when opened up than current iPhones, as Apple's goal is to make sure the foldable device is not too thick when closed. Apple has invested design effort into solving the problem of the screen crease that appears on foldable phones that tends to worsen each time the device is folded. There are still barriers for the new device, though; the Information's sources note that "Apple's designers also have struggled to come up with enough compelling features that would make consumers want one, especially given its high retail cost compared to nonfoldable phones." Other iPhone plans In the course of describing plans for the foldable iPhone, The Information's sources also shared several details about other upcoming iPhone models, including the next iPhone SE refresh and the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 lines. Codenamed V59, the iPhone SE is expected to be "ramping up mass production" for the next version in October, meaning the phone could begin shipping to consumers just a few months after that. The iPhone 16 lineup is said to include a new internal graphite plate to alleviate the heat issues we encountered with the iPhone 15 models. Matching other recent reports, the iPhone 16 will also include a new button by its bottom-right corner that will be used for taking pictures and videos. The button will be touch- and pressure-sensitive, allowing for tweaking zoom levels and focus. The two "smaller" iPhone 16 models (presumably the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, but not the iPhone 16 Plus or iPhone 16 Pro Max) will feature an easier path to replacing batteries. The report also suggests the entire iPhone 16 line will get the powerful optical zoom function previously reserved for more expensive phones in the iPhone 15 line. The details don't end with 2024, either. 2025's lineup is said to include a significantly thinner iPhone, as well as an adjustable aperture on the camera. The new camera aperture feature would allow users to achieve a real bokeh effect in their photos instead of relying on machine learning, which can sometimes make mistakes in faking it. All this new information on upcoming iPhones suggests that Apple is continuing to seek modest, iterative improvements to the devices, with a sustained emphasis on camera functionality. There's no evidence there will be a radical overhaul of the iPhone's features or design in the next two years, apart from the reduction in thickness. Hardware innovation hasn't been a main focus for the iPhone for a few years now. Apple has instead been working on new product categories, like the Vision Pro headset and the oft-rumored HomePod-with-a-screen. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every single day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of June): 2,839 news posts

This past week, Microsoft updated its official lite version of Windows 11 called Validation OS which is mainly meant for evaluating and validating hardware. With the update, it now supports Windows 11 version 24H2. So if you are not a hardware vendor, you probably do not have much need for that. That's where the highly popular unofficial lightweight Windows images from NTDEV come in. If you are not familiar, X user NTDEV is known for creating modified, stripped-off Windows images that are meant to be free from all the bloatware that users do not need. Lite versions of both Windows 11 and 10 exist in the form of tiny11 and tiny10. On their official X handle this past weekend, NTDEV published about their experience running tiny11 core on an Apple iPhone 15 Pro. They note that the boot-up was extremely slow taking 20 minutes but the experiment was still fun as it is probably the first-ever instance of running Windows 11 on an iPhone. The UTM SE emulator, which landed in the Apple App Store last week, was used for the test. For those wondering about the differences between tiny11 and tiny11 core, compared to the vanilla one, the "core" variant further reduces the size of the Windows installation pretty heftily such that it may require just around three gigs of space. In case you need a refresher on the hardware specifications of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, the device packs the 6-core A17 Bionic chipset with a 6-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine. It has 8GB of system RAM. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every single day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of June): 2,839 news posts