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Apple Intelligence Is Now Live in Public Beta: Features and How to Enable It
Apple has taken a big leap forward with Apple Intelligence, launching the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 public betas on Thursday. This generative AI-powered platform, which has been the talk of the tech world since its initial reveal in June, is now available for users enrolled in Apple’s public beta program. For…
iOS 18 Bug Keeps Crashing the Messages App on iPhone — Here’s How to Avoid It
Apple recently released iOS 18, bringing a range of new features and updates to iPhone users. However, shortly after the update went live, some users began reporting an annoying bug that causes the Messages app to crash repeatedly on iPhones. This issue has been frustrating for many, especially those who regularly use the Messages app.…
Apple’s A18 Pro Shows 13% Performance Boost Over A17 Pro in GFXBench Aztec Ruins Benchmark, but Efficiency Declines
The A18 Pro chip powering the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max has once again proven itself as Apple’s fastest smartphone processor to date. In the GFXBench Aztec Ruins test, it recorded a significant 13% performance increase compared to last year’s A17 Pro. However, this improved speed comes with a downside: a lower…
iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max Users Can Now Capture Spatial Photos with iOS 18.1 Beta
Apple has recently released iOS 18.1 beta 4 for developers, packed with significant upgrades, particularly in terms of camera functionality. While the ability to capture spatial photos was initially announced for the iPhone 16 lineup, this feature is now available for iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max users. Last year, these models gained support for…
How to Verify if Your Carrier Supports RCS in iOS 18 on iPhone
Apple has been working on integrating Rich Communication Services (RCS) into iPhones for some time, providing enhanced messaging features and improved media sharing for users. With the release of iOS 18, this long-awaited feature is finally available, significantly improving the iPhone messaging experience. However, whether you can use RCS depends on whether your carrier supports…
watchOS 11 is Now Available — Here Are the 5 Biggest Health and Fitness Upgrades
Apple has officially released its latest wearable operating system, watchOS 11, today, bringing a wide range of new features to Apple Watch Series 6 and newer models, including the Apple Watch Ultra and SE 2. Announced at WWDC 2024, watchOS 11 brings a major focus on health and wellness, showcasing the continued evolution of the…
macOS Sequoia is Now Available with iPhone Mirroring – Apple Intelligence Yet to Come
Apple has officially launched macOS Sequoia, introducing exciting features such as iPhone mirroring on your Mac, window tiling tools, and much more. While the highly anticipated Apple Intelligence is still in development and will be released later, macOS Sequoia already offers plenty to enhance the user experience. The iPhone mirroring feature stands out as one…
iOS 18: Big Customization Update Without AI
Although Apple Intelligence isn’t arriving on day one, iOS 18 still stands as an ambitious update in its own right. It’s an unusual year for iOS. Normally, the full suite of software updates arrives all at once. That’s not the case with iOS 18. While the foundational aspects are here—like RCS support and a redesigned…
iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Battery Replacement Now Costs $119.99, a 20% Increase from Previous Pricing
Apple has packed larger batteries into the new iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, which has significantly improved their battery life compared to previous models. The iPhone 16 Pro Max, for example, now delivers 33 hours of video playback, four hours more than the iPhone 15 Pro Max. However, while users will appreciate…
Find Out iOS 18 Release Time in Your Local Time Zone
Apple is set to release iOS 18 today, and if you’re eagerly waiting for the update on your iPhone, you’ll want to know when exactly it will be available in your region. iOS 18 is finally moving out of the beta phase, with the final release candidate already sent out to developers. While this update…
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