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New Apple Exclusive Reveals iPhone 15 Release Surprise

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01/10 Update below. This post was originally published on January 07

iPhone 15 Pro features have been leaked by Haitong International Securities analyst Jeff Pu, but the real surprise is Apple’s massive iPhone 15 camera upgrade.

In a research note seen by MacRumors, Pu doubles down on multiple upgrades expected for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max (potentially rebranded as ‘Ultra’), all of which we have seen before: titanium chassis with solid-state volume buttons, 3nm A17 chip, Qualcomm Snapdragon X70 modem, USB-C port and a jump from 6GB to 8GB of RAM.

While it is good to have a significant source back leaks we have seen elsewhere, the real head-turner is Pu’s claim that the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus will upgrade to a 48-megapixel primary camera like iPhone 14 Pro models.

Pu states that this will be a three-staked sensor, like its Pro predecessors, which is a major surprise given its additional cost compared to the long-running 12-megapixel sensors Apple had been using. Pu also states that the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus models will move to USB-C, an upgrade initially thought to be Pro-only.

But this is where the surprises stop, with Pu saying that standard iPhone 15 models will again have a generation-older chipset (in this case, the A16 of the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max), and no telephoto lens.

01/09 Update: Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman has used the latest edition of his Power On newsletter to reveal several further details of the iPhone 15 line-up, as well as backing information from other smaller leakers.

Gurman states that he expects a design upgrade for all standard iPhone 15 models with the pill-cutout and Dynamic Island now universal across the range. This is fascinating for a further reason: Dynamic Island’s success is partly due to its fluidity, which greatly benefits from a high refresh rate display.

Until now, ProMotion has remained a Pro-only feature, despite it being widely adopted by significantly cheaper Android rivals for some time now. So will this iPhone 15 upgrade also see both standard models finally up their display game?

In addition, Gurman backs claims that the iPhone 15 Pro models will come with a titanium frame (first revealed by LeaksApplePro in October), solid-state haptic volume buttons (ShrimpApplePro, October) and, as widely speculated, all models will switch from Lightning to USB-C.

01/10 Update: Momentum is building around the design changes for Apple’s iPhone 15 range. A new supply chain report seen by The Elec states, “Apple has confirmed that it will apply their Dynamic Island camera window to all four iPhone 15 series scheduled to be released in September.”

The report claims that Samsung Display’s Vietnam plant will be a key production partner in ramping up this design and has ordered equipment from Phil Optics to fulfill it. Samsung has come under increasing pressure from LG and BOE over the last year as Apple looks to reduce its dependency on Samsung.

The report also states that Apple is already working on a significant display upgrade called ‘Under Panel Face ID’, which it will introduce next year for iPhone 16 models. As the name suggests, it would allow Apple to hide the Face ID cutout under the display. This would halve the size of the current pill-shaped cutout, leaving more room for the Dynamic Island.

Apple has been working on under-display optics for some time. Apple filed its first ‘Under Panel Camera’ (UPC) patents back in 2019, adding to them in August 2021.

Some Android smartphones already ship with under-display front cameras, most notably the Galaxy Fold 4, but at present, there remains a significant trade-off in camera performance. Something likely to be a deal-breaker for Apple, which is famous for its practice of not releasing new technology until it believes it to be mature.

Apple has a delicate balance to strike this year. The latest price leak claims that Apple will not reduce iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus prices, despite underwhelming sales of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. Instead, raising demand by increasing iPhone 15 Pro and Ultra pricing and therefore the gap between standard and Pro models.

This is risky ploy, and Apple needs to get the value proposition right. A 48-megapixel sensor and USB-C will certainly be welcome for standard iPhone 15 models. But for my money, the design also needs to change.

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New Apple Leak Reveals iPhone 15 Price Shock

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01/09 Update below. This post was originally published on January 07

iPhone 15 prices are going up, not down, as widely expected, according to the latest leaks. In a move that is sure to shock cash-strapped Apple fans.

Writing for HowToiSolve, prolific anonymous leaker LeaksApplePro adds credence to claims last week that Apple will “aggressively” price iPhone 15 models. The big difference is that aggression was assumed to mean lower iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus pricing to reverse underwhelming sales. Instead, LeaksApplePro says Apple will simply make the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 UItra more unattainable.

“If sales of the iPhone 14 Plus have been so bad, what does Apple plan to do with the iPhone 15 Plus so that the same thing doesn’t happen? The answer is simple: nothing,” explains the leaker. “Apple will launch the iPhone 15 Plus alongside the other 3 models, and it will be unchanged from what is already expected. The price will be the same, the size will be the same, and so on. What Apple will do is provoke more sales by raising the price of the iPhone 15 Pro.”

If correct, this move will shock iPhone fans who have already dealt with major price rises internationally, and LeaksApplePro believes these changes are now set to impact US customers as well.

“It’s something that was expected last year and that Apple decided not to do, but rising production costs, inflation and shrinking profit margins are already starting to take their toll,” the leaker adds.

01/09 Update: LeaksApplePro has contacted me to warn that iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Ultra price rises are unlikely to be limited to the US. Explaining that previous iPhone price increases internationally are “due to currency fluctuations, not because Apple decided to just make them more expensive in those countries.”

In short: Apple may not see the price increases it has made in Europe, Asia, South America and Australasia as price increases at all. This despite the strength of the US dollar pushing prices for the iPhone 14 range in those countries up by 10-20%. Consequently, a calculated price increase, as LeaksApplePro claims, would come in addition to the price adjustments for currency fluctuations.

To put this into context, there was a €170 ($182) average price increase for iPhone 14 Pro models in Europe, so a planned circa €100 ($107) increase for the iPhone 15 Pro would leave the average European buyer (who has waited two release cycles to upgrade), paying close to $300 more for an iPhone 15 Pro than an iPhone 13 Pro. Even spread over the cost of a 2-year contract, that starts to bite.

If correct, it would be a ruthless way for Apple to deal with what many saw as the biggest problem with the iPhone 14 Plus: its value proposition. For just $100 more, iPhone 14 Pro buyers get higher quality build materials, a better camera system, a superior screen (with Dynamic Island), and faster performance. Spread over a 2-3 year carrier contract, the additional spend is negligible.

In many ways, this is classic Apple: fix the problem, but only on its terms. iPhone 14 Plus models were not overpriced, iPhone 14 Pro models were underpriced. It also aligns with the company’s broader strategy of making Pro versions of its iPad, MacBook and Mac significantly more expensive than standard models.

The result is pricing that would create a $300 price gap between the same size of Pro and non-Pro models:

  • iPhone 15 – from $799
  • iPhone 15 Plus – from $899
  • iPhone 15 Pro – from $1099
  • iPhone 15 Ultra – from $1199

Given the lock-in of Apple’s ecosystem and the rumors of eye-opening upgrades for the iPhone 15 Ultra (including a titanium chassis and dual front cameras), the appeal of the range as a whole should hold. Moreover, many would argue that only Apple could solve a sales problem by increasing prices.

Well played, Apple. Well played.

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New Apple Leak Reveals iPhone 15 Price Shock

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01/01 Update below. This post was originally published on December 29

iPhone 15 range leaks have revealed a number of potentially tantalizing upgrades coupled with jaw-dropping price increases. But now a new report claims Apple may slash prices.

In a blog post, historically reliable industry insider yeux1122 reveals that Apple’s internal analysis of underwhelming iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus sales concluded that their decline is “far beyond the range predicted” — even allowing for ongoing component shortages caused by the pandemic. And as a result, Apple will aggressively price its successors.

“The biggest problem is the price,” the insider reports. This makes sense. The $899 iPhone 14 Plus costs just $100 less than the iPhone 14 Pro, despite having an inferior display, chipset, camera and older design. With most buyers spreading purchase costs over a two-year carrier contract, the reason to go Plus instead of Pro is minimal.

Yeux1122 says Apple has explored several options to counter this, including reducing the difference between iPhone 15 standard and Pro model features, but concluded that more aggressive pricing for standard models is the most likely strategy.

12/31 Update: Bad news for those hoping Apple’s potential price cuts for standard iPhone 15 models could see the return of the Mini form factor. Since yeux1122 revealed Apple’s “aggressive” pricing strategy, significant chatter has built around how the company would achieve that.

Slashing the iPhone 15 Plus price has a shockwave impact on the iPhone 15, iPhone 14 (which is likely to remain on sale) and even the entry-level iPhone SE. As such, the idea that Apple could simply scrap the Plus and launch an iPhone 15 Mini under the iPhone 15 makes a lot of sense. This would enable Apple to create a cheaper entry point to the range, widen the price gap to iPhone 15 Pro models and leave other prices unchanged.

However, AppleLeaksPro has shot down this strategy, stating, “As far as I’m concerned, there aren’t any plans to launch an iPhone 15 mini next year, in case you were wondering.”

If correct, this is a shame. Not everyone loves big phones, and what Apple achieved in the Mini form factor was remarkable. Surprisingly poor sales ultimately resulted in its cancellation, but market reports claim iPhone 14 Plus sales are even lower.

This could have opened the door for Apple to deliver three iPhone sizes again because those who did buy the Mini loved it. It is hard to make the same argument for the iPhone 14 Plus, where there are Apple and Android alternatives. That said, I suspect it is significantly easier to design a smartphone within a 6.7-inch form factor than a 5.7-inch one.

01/01 Update: Quotes from TSMC Chairman Mark Liu may have just leaked key performance information about Apple’s next-generation A17 chipset, heading to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max/Ultra. TSMC is Apple’s primary chip partner, and Liu spoke about the company’s product timelines, confirming that mass production of 3-nanometer chips has begun at its Tainan campus in southern Taiwan.

Liu said demand for 3nm chips is “very strong,” and “Mass production of 3-nanometer chips is the fruit of decades-long collaboration with the local supply chain.” But the giveaway came when Liu spoke about the benefits of 3nm chips, saying their tests revealed they will outperform 5nm chips requiring 35% less power.

While Samsung Foundry has already shipped the world’s first 3nm chips for cryptocurrency mining, the TSMC chips will be the first used for consumer devices, and Apple gets priority access to the lion’s share of what TSMC produces. Consequently, the M2 chips inside the upcoming MacBook Pro range refresh are hotly tipped to debut this new technology in the first quarter.

The timeline then leaves ample time for its transition to mobile for Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Ultra when they launch in Q3. This is unsurprising as 3nm almost made the iPhone 14 launch before being pushed back, but nothing was known about its performance and efficiency benefits until Liu’s comments.

Of course, how Apple utilizes these efficiency gains remains to be seen. It could decide to deliver major battery life improvements and a relatively minor performance bump or vice versa, though I suspect a middle ground will be the most logical option. Either way, Apple now has a level of flexibility it hasn’t enjoyed since the A14 became the first 5nm iPhone chip in 2020.

When the 3nm A17 filters down to the standard iPhone models in 2024, these efficiency gains would also give Apple the flexibility to reintroduce an iPhone Mini model. This move has already been shot down for 2023, but it is a size that is far more unique than the iPhone 14 Plus, and one which is unlikely to find a rival from major Android smartphone makers based on current market positions. That said, when Apple drops a device, it rarely looks back.

The obvious move would be to drop the iPhone 15 Plus by $100 to $799, forcing the iPhone 15 to drop to $699. This pushes the iPhone 14 (which would remain on sale) to $599. At that price, Apple risks cannibalizing the sales of the $429 iPhone SE, which explains reports last week that the company is considering canceling the 2023 iPhone SE altogether.

Interestingly, a new flagship, the iPhone 15 Ultra, is tipped to be even more expensive than the iPhone 14 Pro Max but yeux1122 also supports this, saying Apple will also drive differentiation between it and the iPhone 15 Pro. Yeux1122 cites material and camera differences, which tie in with reports of the Ultra sporting a titanium chassis and dual front cameras.

Ultimately, any talk of price cuts will come as a shock because it goes against multiple leaks saying Apple will increase, not decrease, most iPhone 15 prices. That said, yeux1122 has a successful history of leaking information that goes against the grain.

Notably, in March, the insider countered claims that the iPhone 14 would have slimmer bezels than the iPhone 13 — one week later, leaked schematics showed this. In August, yeux1122 said iPhone 14 prices would not increase, despite widespread reports, and Apple ultimately froze prices in its biggest markets. In September, the leaker also shared iPhone 14 Plus cases showing ‘iPhone 14 Max’ branding rumors up to that point were wrong.

So while the iPhone 15 Ultra may well end up being the most expensive iPhone ever, yeux1122’s information suggests buyers of standard iPhone 15 models will have more money left in their accounts than expected.

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New Apple Leak Reveals iPhone 15 Price Shock

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12/11 Update below. This post was originally published on December 8

iPhone 15 leaks have already revealed Apple’s ambitious plans for its next-generation smartphones. But now new information says those ambitions come with a heavy price.

Working with Howtoisolve, influential industry insider LeaksApplePro has released a truckload of new iPhone 15 information, including price increases that will likely shock US buyers.

Last month the leaker revealed that the bill of materials for the iPhone 15 Ultra, Apple’s new name for its ‘Pro Max’ models, will increase by up to $100. Now LeaksApplePro states that the iPhone 15 Ultra will have a starting price as high as $1299 — a $200 increase on the iPhone 14 Pro Max, and the biggest single generational jump in iPhone history.

“It’s going to be a more expensive iPhone. Even in the United States,” the leaker explains. “Apple has been losing margins year after year. Rising production costs and inflation, that makes the money the company has in the bank worth less, have finally broken the camel’s back.”

LeaksApplePro states that “we don’t know the situation for the other devices in the line-up.” That said, with a $1299 starting price potentially seeing the iPhone 15 Ultra rise as high as $1799 for the 1TB model, this is likely to have a knock-on effect on the rest of the range because Apple doesn’t like to have a gulf between products in the same lineup.

On the flip side, the iPhone 15 Ultra will give you more for your money. LeaksApplePro states that the iPhone 15 Ultra will ship with a minimum of 256GB (double the current 128GB entry point), easing some of the price rise pain.

In addition, the leaker reiterates that the new model will come with dual front-facing cameras, USB-C with Thunderbolt 4 (40Gbps) will replace the Lightning port with its USB 2.0 speeds (480Mbps/0.48Gbps), and “it will be made of out titanium” — something which comes with significant strength and price increases.

12/10 Update: Speaking to me, LeaksApplePro has provided further information about Apple’s use of titanium in the iPhone 15 range. Following a recent leak from popular fellow industry insider ShrimpApplePro that Apple will bring titanium to all iPhone 15 models, not just the iPhone 15 Ultra, LeaksApplePro says this is categorically incorrect.

“That’s not true,” LeaksApplePro argues, saying it will be “Ultra only (maybe the 15 Pro but definitely not the 15 and 15 Plus).”

Given the cost of titanium, this makes sense. Because it is 3-4x stronger than the stainless steel used in the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, some might argue that this reduces the pricing as less will be needed to make a chassis that is as strong, if not stronger.

The problem with that argument is titanium is currently priced at $35-50 per kilogram, compared to $1-1.50 per kilogram for stainless steel. It’s a colossal difference and surely puts it out of reach for standard iPhones.

As such, to my mind, the question becomes more about whether Apple will complicate its supply chain with three different chassis materials (aluminum for standard models, stainless steel for the iPhone 15 Pro and titanium for the iPhone 15 Ultra), or stick to two. This would likely mean an upgrade to stainless steel for standard models, because downgrading the iPhone 15 Pro is unlikely to be an option.

12/11 Update: LeaksApplePro has returned with additional information today.

First, the insider answered my query about Apple’s choice of chassis materials. Interestingly, the answer is that currently, Apple plans to use all three: aluminum for the two standard iPhone 15 models, stainless steel for the iPhone 15 Pro and titanium will be reserved for the Ultra.

LeaksApplePro does add the caveat, “that’s what we know for now.” This is fair, given how early the iPhone 15 range is in its development cycle, but it is interesting to see the company add this complexity to its supply chain.

Second, LeaksApplePro states that the repeatedly leaked dual front cameras are highly likely to be an iPhone 15 Ultra exclusive.

I suspect this is not just from a cost perspective but is highly likely to be down to physical size. The Dynamic Island already takes up significant real estate on the 6.1-inch iPhone 14 Pro display. Adding a second camera would leave almost no space for any other icons — many of which (time, cellular / WiFi signal, notifications, etc) users consider essential.

In comparison, the second camera would be considered a luxury addition. In contrast, a 6.5-inch iPhone 15 Ultra can house the camera and still retain the same number of icons as an iPhone 15 Pro. Whether Apple would make the display even bigger to live up to the Ultra name and its supersized Android-rivals, remains to be seen.

And there is one final, fascinating titbit: “Apple is only considering one colour for the iPhone 15 Ultra, and it’s the same colour as the Apple Watch Ultra [silver]. I don’t know if that will be the only colour available in September, or if there will be more, but as of today none of my sources have seen any colour other than the same as the Apple Watch Ultra.”

Yes, the iPhone 15 Ultra looks set to drive iPhone prices higher than ever, but it also looks like the most exciting and ambitious smartphone Apple has released in years.

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iPhone 14 Pro Camera Shaking and Vibrating in Apps Like Snapchat, TikTok, and Instagram for Some Users

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Following the launch of the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, some early adopters of the devices have noticed that the rear camera’s main lens vibrates uncontrollably in third-party apps with camera functionality, such as Snapchat, TikTok, and Instagram, resulting in shaky video. The issue does not appear to affect the built-in Camera app.

The issue has been reported by users across Twitter, Reddit, TikTok, and the MacRumors Forums since the iPhone 14 Pro models launched on Friday, but it is unclear how widespread the problem is or what the underlying cause is. The main lens on iPhone 14 Pro models features “second-generation” sensor-shift optical image stabilization, and it is possible that the stabilizer is acting up due to a software bug, but this is merely speculation.

YouTuber Luke Miani said he experienced the issue on one of the iPhone 14 Pro Max units that he was testing. Miani shared a video of the issue that shows the main lens on the device vibrating uncontrollably, and he said the incident resulted in the lens being unable to focus properly in subsequent usage, even in the Camera app. Miani said that he took the iPhone to an Apple Store and was able to exchange the device for a new one.

If the issue is due to a software bug, Apple could implement a fix in the iOS 16.1 beta. We have reached out to Apple asking if it is aware of and/or investigating the issue, but the company has yet to respond to our request for comment.

Until the matter is resolved, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max owners should avoid opening the camera in apps like Snapchat, TikTok, and Instagram if they are concerned about potential damage to the rear camera system. We will share any additional information about this issue, including any response from Apple, as it becomes available.



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10 Settings to Check Out on iPhone 14 Pro

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iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max have started to arrive to customers around the world. For those who have upgraded to one of the devices, we have put together a list of 10 useful settings that are worth checking out below.

Some of the settings are exclusive to the iPhone 14 Pro models, while others were introduced in iOS 16 for a wider range of iPhones.

New Settings for iPhone 14 Pro Models

Enable 48MP ProRAW Photos


iPhone 14 Pro models feature an upgraded rear camera system that can shoot 48-megapixel photos, but only in ProRAW mode, which can be enabled in the Settings app under Camera → Formats → Apple ProRAW with the resolution set to 48MP. In the Camera app, a button labeled RAW will appear in the top-right corner to easily turn ProRAW on or off.

ProRAW photos retain more detail in the image file for more editing flexibility. 48-megapixel ProRAW photos are very large files that clock in at around 75MB each or higher, so be mindful of your iPhone’s storage space if shooting photos in this mode.

Enable 4K Cinematic Mode


On all four iPhone 14 models, Cinematic mode videos can now be recorded in 4K. To enable the higher resolution in the Settings app, tap Camera → Record Cinematic and choose 4K at 24 frames per second or 4K at 30 frames per second.

Introduced with the iPhone 13 lineup, Cinematic mode features a depth effect with automatic focus changes for “cinema-style” videos.

Optimize Action Mode for Lower Light


All four iPhone 14 models feature a new Action mode that adjusts to significant shakes, motion, and vibrations for smoother-looking video. Apple says the feature can be used to record video while off-roading in a vehicle, filming a runner, and more.

A button for Action mode can be found in the top-left corner of the Camera app for video. In the Settings app, Action mode can be optimized for lower-light conditions by navigating to Camera → Record Video → Action Mode Lower Light.

Turn On a Startup Sound

An optional new accessibility feature allows all iPhone 14 models to play a sound when powered on and powered off. The feature can be enabled in the Settings app under Accessibility → Audio/Visual → Power On & Off Sounds.

Turn Off the Always-On Display


iPhone 14 Pro’s new always-on display mode is enabled by default. It can be turned off in the Settings app under Display & Brightness → Always On.

Always-on display mode dims the entire Lock Screen, but still shows the time, date, widgets, wallpaper, and unread notifications. Once you raise the iPhone, tap or swipe up on the bottom of the screen, or press the side button, the display returns to normal brightness.

New Settings in iOS 16

Turn On Haptic Feedback for Keyboard


iOS 16 added a new haptic feedback option for the iPhone’s stock keyboard. Similar to many Android smartphones, the iPhone can make a slight vibration after each key that you press while typing, providing physical confirmation that the key was tapped.

In the Settings app, the feature is under Sounds & Haptics → Keyboard Feedback → Haptic.

Add a Battery Percentage Icon to Status Bar


iOS 16 finally reintroduced the option to view a battery percentage icon in the status bar on the iPhone X and newer, eliminating the need to swipe down to open Control Center to see the percentage. To enable the new icon on iPhone 14 Pro models, open the Settings app and navigate to Battery → Battery Percentage.

Automatically Send Messages With Siri


Siri normally asks for confirmation before sending a message to someone, but in iOS 16, there is a new option to skip the confirmation step. To enable this in the Settings app, tap Siri & Search → Automatically Send Messages.

The feature can also be enabled when an iPhone is connected to headphones or CarPlay.

Ask Siri to Hang Up a Phone Call


With iOS 16, you can say “Hey Siri, hang up” during a phone call to end the call in a hands-free manner, but note that the command can be heard by others on the call. In the Settings app, this feature can be enabled under Siri & Search → Call Hang Up.

View Wi-Fi Passwords


You can finally view the password of a Wi-Fi network that you have previously connected to on iOS 16. In the Settings app, tap Wi-Fi → tap a network → tap the password field and authenticate with Face ID to view the password.

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Apple Reveals 8 Scenarios Where iPhone 14 Pro’s Always-On Display Turns Off

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Apple today published a new support document with additional details about the new always-on display mode on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Notably, the document lists eight scenarios where the always-on display temporarily turns off.

To save battery life, Apple says the display goes completely dark when:

  • Your iPhone is lying face down
  • Your iPhone is in your pocket or bag
  • Sleep Focus is on
  • Low Power Mode is on
  • Your iPhone is connected to CarPlay
  • You’re using Continuity Camera
  • You haven’t used your iPhone for a while (see paragraph below)
  • Your iPhone detects that you moved away from it with a paired Apple Watch

According to Apple, the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max can learn your “activity patterns” and turns the always-on display off and on accordingly. For example, Apple says the display can work in tandem with a user’s alarm or sleep schedule if they have one set.

Always-on display mode is enabled by default. To turn it off, open the Settings app, tap on the Display & Brightness menu, and turn off Always On.

iPhone 14 Pro models can drop down to a refresh rate as low as 1Hz to ensure that the always-on display does not have too significant of an impact on battery life. Apple says the always-on display uses multiple coprocessors in the A16 Bionic chip to refresh the display using “minimal power,” making the display “incredibly power efficient.”

Always-on display mode dims the entire Lock Screen, but still shows information like the time, widgets, and wallpaper. Once you raise the iPhone, tap the screen, or press the side button, the display returns to normal brightness. You can also swipe up from the bottom of the display and authenticate with Face ID to wake the iPhone as usual.

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Apple Promotes Benefits of Using iPhone 14 With eSIM While Traveling Abroad

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Amid criticism from some customers regarding the removal of the SIM card tray on all iPhone 14 models sold in the United States, Apple today published a new support document outlining various “options and benefits” for using eSIMs while traveling abroad.

Apple says an eSIM is more secure than a physical SIM since it cannot be removed from an iPhone that is lost or stolen. Apple also says that eSIMs eliminate the need to obtain, carry, and swap physical SIM cards, or wait for them to arrive by mail.

The support document notes that the iPhone XS and newer can store eight or more eSIMs, while the iPhone 13 and newer can have two eSIMs active at the same time.

“This could, for example, include one eSIM for your home and another eSIM for the place you’re visiting,” the support document explains. “You can swap which of your stored eSIMs are active simply by changing your selections in Settings.”

The support document includes information for customers looking to roam internationally with their existing carrier, purchase an eSIM from a local carrier while traveling abroad, or purchase a prepaid data eSIM from a worldwide service provider.

Apple says customers can activate an unlocked iPhone 14 model purchased in the United States with over 400 carriers that support eSIM on the iPhone in 100 markets around the world. Apple adds that many worldwide service providers also offer prepaid eSIM data plans for long-term use in countries around the world.

Some people have expressed concerns about eSIM availability while traveling abroad with eSIM-only iPhone 14 models from the United States.

In his iPhone 14 Pro camera review, travel photographer Austin Mann said he was “a bit concerned about the practicality of an eSIM-only approach for travelers with US iPhones who frequently visit the developing world,” adding that he usually purchases a local SIM card in countries where he travels to so that it is easier and cheaper to communicate with people within the country. Mann said he would be thrilled to toss out his collection of physical SIM cards, but said he has been unable to figure out how to sign up for an eSIM line in East Africa, where he plans to travel to next summer.

The support document is unlikely to assuage disappointed customers, but it does serve as a helpful resource for using eSIM technology.

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Apple iOS 16 release set for tomorrow; some exciting features coming to your iPhone

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Apple will be releasing iOS 16 on September 12. Here are the new features you will get with iOS 16.

Apple is all set to release iOS 16 tomorrow, September 12. iOS 16 will bring new personalisation features, and more thus enhancing the iPhone experience for users. “iOS 16 enhances iPhone with all-new personalisation features, deeper intelligence and more seamless ways to communicate and share. Available from 12th September,” Apple said. Also, according to the information provided by a Twitter user- AppleTrack, Apple has confirmed that emergency SOS via satellite will launch in November as part of iOS 16.1.

“Apple has CONFIRMED that Emergency SOS via Satellite will launch in November as part of iOS 16.1,” AppleTrack tweeted. It can be known that Apple has unveiled four iPhone 14 models- iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max along with several other products including Apple Watch Series 8, Watch Ultra, Watch SE, AirPods Pro 2 at its Far Out event held on September 7. Also, all the iPhone 14 models will be supporting iOS 16. Needless to say, other iPhones like iPhone X, iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 13 and more will get iOS 16 too.

Want to check out the features iOS 16? Here is all you need to know.

Top 10 features of iOS 16

1. Lock Screen: You will get all-new ways to personalise your Lock Screen. You will be able to showcase your favourite photos, customise font styles and display a set of widgets to get information at a glance. You will also be able to switch your Lock Screen throughout the day, just touch and hold it, and then swipe.

2. Create multiple Lock Screens: You can now create different Lock Screens, each with a unique backdrop and style, and easily switch between them. Browse a gallery of wallpapers with suggested photos and themed collections for inspiration.

3. Widgets on the Lock Screen: You can choose to display a set of widgets as part of your Lock Screen to glance at information like the weather, time, date, battery levels, upcoming calendar events, alarms, time zones and Activity ring progress.

4. Notifications: View notifications on the Lock Screen in an expanded list view, stacked view or hidden view. And notifications appear at the bottom of the screen, so they stay out of the way.

5. Easily set up a Focus: A new streamlined setup for Focus lets you select the apps and people you want to receive notifications from by either allowing them or silencing them. Connect your Lock Screen to your Focus so the look and feel of your iPhone match how you want to use it in the moment. With a swipe, you can go from your Personal Focus to your Work Focus with widgets showing upcoming meetings and to-do lists.

6. iCloud Shared Photo Library: It will be coming later this year. You will be able to share a photo library with your family, share a separate iCloud photo library with up to five other people. Everyone has equal permissions for adding, editing and deleting photos in the shared library. Favourites, captions and keywords sync too, so if one person organises the collection, everyone benefits.

7. Messages: You can now edit a message you just sent or unsend a recent message altogether. And you can mark a message as unread if you can’t respond in the moment and want to come back to it later. You can edit a message for up to 15 minutes after sending it. While unsend any message for up to 2 minutes after sending it.

8. Mail: Intelligent search improves your results by correcting typos and using synonyms for your search terms. You will see a richer view of shared content and more from the moment you begin to search for email messages. You will also get notified if you forget to include an important part of your message, like an attachment or a recipient.

9. Safari: Share tabs and bookmarks, send messages and start FaceTime right from Safari. Whether you’re planning a trip with friends or shopping for a couch with your partner, you can share all the tabs in one place. And when they find something great, they can add tabs too.

10. Home: The Home app is rebuilt from the ground up to be even more efficient and reliable. Navigate all your smart home accessories in the redesigned Home tab. New categories for climate, lights, security and more let you access relevant accessories with just a tap. And a multi-camera view puts your smart home cameras front and centre.

There are several more features you can enjoy. Check it here. https://www.apple.com/in/ios/ios-16/features/.

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iPhone 14 Battery Capacities For All Four Models Revealed Ahead of Launch

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Apple does not advertise battery capacities for its new iPhone 14 lineup, but MacRumors has obtained this information from a Chinese regulatory database.

Three out of four iPhone 14 models feature larger battery capacities compared to the iPhone 13 lineup, with the exception being the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which is equipped with a slightly smaller battery compared to the iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Battery capacities for the iPhone 13 lineup:

  • iPhone 13 mini: 2,406 mAh
  • iPhone 13: 3,227 mAh
  • iPhone 13 Pro: 3,095 mAh
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max: 4,352 mAh

Battery capacities for the iPhone 14 lineup:

  • iPhone 14: 3,279 mAh
  • iPhone 14 Plus: 4,325 mAh
  • iPhone 14 Pro: 3,200 mAh
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max: 4,323 mAh

The same database accurately revealed battery capacities for all four iPhone 13 models and the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro ahead of those devices launching last year. These exact battery capacities for all iPhone 14 models were also leaked in a post on Chinese website Weibo that was highlighted by Twitter account ShrimpApplePro in June.

Apple says all four iPhone 14 models feature “all-day battery life.” iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max models feature up to one hour longer battery life for offline video playback compared to the equivalent iPhone 13 models, according to tech specs on Apple’s website, while there is no directly comparable model for the iPhone 14 Plus.

Due to its larger 6.7-inch display size but lack of some Pro model features, the iPhone 14 Plus features the longest battery life ever of any iPhone, according to Apple. The device gets up to 26 hours of battery life for offline video playback, up to 20 hours for streamed video playback, and up to 100 hours for audio playback per charge.

All four iPhone 14 models were announced by Apple last week and have been available to pre-order since September 9. The devices are set to launch on September 16, with the exception of the iPhone 14 Plus, which will be available starting October 7.

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