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Apple unveiled macOS 15 Sequoia, the next major update to the Mac operating system. macOS 15 emphasizes AI-powered features, including an enhanced Siri, a redesigned Passwords app, smarter Safari searches, and more. Check out the list below to see if your Mac is compatible with the latest update.
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At the WWDC 2024 event, Apple finally unveiled that ChatGPT integration is coming to iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It will be available to users for free. And if you have a ChatGPT Plus subscription, you can take advantage of those features on Apple devices.
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Apple has introduced the Calculator app for iPad which users have been requesting for since the original iPad was released. In typical Apple fashion, this app comes with new features like Math Notes which works with the Apple Pencil. You can scribble down math problems and equations and the app will calculate and provide a solution in your handwriting.
Apple Announces macOS 15 Sequoia with iPhone Mirroring, Passwords App, and More
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Apple has unveiled macOS 15 Sequoia, the next big update for Macs, at WWDC 2024. It boasts a bunch of new features, like mirroring your iPhone on your Mac screen, a presenter mode for flawless presentations, a dedicated app for managing passwords, and more.
What is macOS 15 Called? Answered
Kanika Gogia
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At WWDC 2024, Apple announced the ever loved Game Mode on Macs is now also coming to iPhones! Gamers will be able to enjoy increased performance and responsiveness with controllers and AirPods with the upcoming mode. The Apple Game Mode is scheduled to release as part of iOS 18.
Apple Announces iOS 18 with Customizable Home Screen and new Control Center
Anmol Sachdeva
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At WWDC 2024, Apple has unveiled the much-anticipated iOS 18. Touted to be the biggest iOS update in a while, the new iOS 18 comes with a customizable Home Screen and and a new Control Center.
WWDC 2024: visionOS 2 Announced With Enhanced Spatial Photos and More!
Sagnik Das Gupta
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visionOS 2 has been officially announced for the Apple Vision Pro and brings a bunch of features to the table. The most exciting ones are certainly the addition of two new gestures which let you access the Home Screen and Control Center easily. In addition, you also get to see Spatial Photos get a bit of an update, a new 180-degree 8K format for Apple Immersive Videos, Multiview in the TV app, a new environment and more!
WWDC 2024: iPadOS 18 Is Official With a Calculator App, Finally!
Sagnik Das Gupta
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iPadOS 18 is finally here and brings a couple of interesting updates to Apple's iPads. For starters, you get to see a Calculator app with a Math Notes feature that can solve sums for you, create tables, and more. Additionally, there's also a new Smart Script on the Notes app which automatically enhances your handwriting as you pen down notes. Moreover, each and every app also has this floating tab bar which gives you additional controls for these apps.
Depending on the model you own, AirPods offer up to 6.5 hours of listening time and up to 4.5 hours of talking time on a single charge. The AirPods battery life depends on volume, noise cancellation, environmental factors, usage, and other factors. Talking about the lifespan, your AirPods should easily last you up to two or three years, before you need a replacement.
WWDC 2024 will be Apple's biggest software update to date, where we'll get to see iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, visionOS 2, watchOS 11, tvOS 18, and other updates. The WWDC 2024 keynote event will start at 10 a.m. Pacific Time on Monday, June 10. You can watch Apple’s WWDC 2024 event on Apple’s official YouTube channel, Apple’s website, TV app on Apple devices, and Apple Developer app or website. It will mainly be software-centric, with iOS 18 being the headliner.
According to the latest report by Mark Gurman, Apple will introduce a new AI system named "Apple Intelligence" on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The new AI capabilities will be opt-in, meaning Apple won't push users to adopt them if they don't want to. As a processing requirement of AI, users must own an iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, or one of the iPhone 16 models coming later this year. Apple Intelligence will work mostly on-device and is expected to handle basic AI tasks. The Cupertino giant is also partnering with OpenAI which powers a ChatGPT-like chatbot for Apple devices.
Apple to Add a New Passwords App with iOS 18, macOS 15 & iPadOS 18: Gurman
Kanika Gogia
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According to a recent report by Mark Gurman, Apple is likely to introduce a new Passwords App in the upcoming iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS 15. Apple already offers a Password feature, but it's hidden deep inside the Settings app. Like the existing Password feature, the new standalone Passwords app will be powered by Apple's iCloud Keychain service. The Passwords app is expected to make a debut on June 10, Day one of WWDC 2024 where Apple will unveil its software updates to iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Why Apple Is Better off Using Its Own LLM Model Rather than Relying on Others
Kanika Gogia
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According to the reports, Apple is seeking a partnership with OpenAI and Apple’s proprietary chatbot will still be missing. Rather than introducing a proprietary chatbot, Apple is planning to revamp Siri to catch up to its AI competitors. While it might be a safe decision for the short term, it won't reap benefits in the future. Here's why I want Apple to use its own AI model, rather than relying on OpenAI.
What to Expect from Apple WWDC 2024: iOS 18, macOS 15, and AI Features
Kanika Gogia
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Apple's WWDC 2024 will be mostly centered around Apple's software ecosystem, where the giant will announce a raft of important software updates. This year, Apple is expected to make substantial strides in the already progressed AI space. We can expect iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, visionOS 2, tvOS 18, and other major sofrware updates at WWDC 2024.
iPhone 16 Pro Poised to Get World’s Thinnest Display Bezels Beating Galaxy S24
Kanika Gogia
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According to several leaks, the iPhone 16 Pro may surpass the Galaxy S24 and become the world's thinnest bezel mobile phone. Compared to the iPhone 15 Pro's 1.71mm & iPhone 14 Pro's 2.15mm bezels, the iPhone 16 Pro will have 1.2mm bezels, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max will have 1.15mm bezels. iPhone 16 Pro will feature a 6.3-inch display, whereas the iPhone 16 Pro Max will have the biggest 6.9-inch display.
If your AirPods are connected but have no sound, you can reconnect your AirPods, clean any build-up, or disconnect other Bluetooth devices. Also, make sure your Apple devices are up to date and your AirPods aren't in use with any other device. You can also check for firmware updates or reset your AirPods to fix no sound or glitchy audio problems.
An iPhone has some useful keyboard shortcuts for faster and more efficient typing. You can access special characters & symbols, insert web domains, enable typing in capitals, and more. An iPhone also offers a "Text Replacement" feature to create custom keyboard shortcuts on iOS. You can use this feature to create shortcuts for the most frequently used phrases on your iPhone.
According to several sources, Apple is planning to add a new text effects feature to the Messages app on iOS 18. The new text effects in iMessages would allow you to animate individual words within a message. Since the Messages app is set to gain RCS support on iOS 18, the text effects may also work with green bubbles. The next-gen iOS 18 will also bring an AI-powered autocompletion tool and automatic reply suggestions to emails and text messages.
Apple Is Finally Ready to Revamp the Settings App on iPhones and Macs: Report
Kanika Gogia
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According to Mark Gurman, Apple's iOS 18 will arrive with a revamped Settings app with a reorganized and cleaner layout that's easy to navigate. The iPhone users will also get to enjoy a customizable Home Screen experience. Also, macOS 15 is expected to feature a redesigned System Settings app. We may also see some worthy upgrades to the Control Center.
Apple Wants You to Upgrade to the Latest iPhones to Use iOS 18 AI Features
Kanika Gogia
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According to Mark Gurman's latest newsletter, the on-device AI features may be restricted to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, plus the upcoming iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models. This is likely because the A17 Pro chipset has made a huge jump in terms of capabilities and performance. The A17 Pro chipset boasts 8GB integrated RAM, significantly faster CPU and GPU cores, and a new 16-core Neural Engine that can perform up to 35 trillion operations per second. With this exclusivity, Apple might also want users to upgrade to the latest "Pro" models.
While Macs are comparatively less vulnerable than Windows computers, they can still get viruses. Apple's built-in anti-virus and other security measures inspect every app for malware and they won't let you open up to any software/tool that hasn't been approved by Apple. If you have some crucial data on your system and want the best protection, you may consider going for a dedicated anti-virus software.
Right from taking notes and drawing to editing and graphics design tasks, Apple offers some great iPad options for anyone studying in a school, college, or university. The iPad Air 2024 is an all-rounder that offers the best value for money. The latest 11-inch iPad Pro M4 is a great option for technology and engineering students. The iPad mini 6 makes the best iPad for note-taking. The 13-inch iPad Pro M4 is a solid laptop replacement, whereas the iPad 10 is the best budget option.
According to Mark Gurman's report, Apple is seeking a senior Android engineer to join the Apple TV app team and build an Android app that will be “used by millions to watch and discover TV and sports.” Today, the Apple TV app is only available on Android TV devices. Android smartphone and tablet users have to rely on tv.com.apple, which gives a basic streaming experience. At the moment, it is unclear when the Android version of the Apple TV app will be available to the public, or if development has started.
Buying a used MacBook can help you save great money. That said, it can also be a risky affair, if you don't know what to check when buying a used MacBook. This article discusses all the important things you need to keep in mind while buying a second-hand Mac.
Unfortunately, there's no direct way to make Google Maps the default on an iPhone. That said, there's a workaround that gets the job done. You can set Chrome as your default browser and Gmail as your default Email app to make Google Maps the default navigation app on an iPhone. When you do this, all the addresses and locations you tap within Chrome or Gmail will open in Google Maps.
There are several reasons why you can't receive pictures on your iPhone. Some of the most common ones are incorrect MMS settings, corrupted network settings, poor internet connection, and Apple ID glitches. You can check your internet connection, MMS settings, and AirDrop settings to fix iPhone not downloading pictures in messages. If this doesn't help, you can sign out and back into your Apple account or reset the network settings on your iPhone.
According to Mark Gurman's latest report, the upcoming iOS 18 and macOS 15 will arrive with an array of new AI features like auto-generated emojis, replies suggestions in emails and messages, and more. The tech giant will integrate a set of AI tools into core apps like Safari, Notes, and Photos. The less computing-intensive AI features will be entirely processed on the device, and the more demanding ones will be pushed to the cloud.
To turn off Safari notifications on Mac, open the Safari browser, click on Safari from the top menu bar and choose the Settings option. Now, go to Websites -> Notifications, locate the website for which you want to disable notifications and choose Deny. To stop seeing website requests for permission to send you Safari notifications, go to Safari -> Settings -> Website -> Notifications and deselect the "Allow websites to ask for permission to send notifications" option.
With iOS 16.1, Apple introduced the Clean Energy Charging feature on the iPhone that aims to reduce your carbon footprint by selectively charging when lower carbon-emission electricity is available. If you're living in the US, the Clean Energy Charging feature is enabled automatically when you set up your iPhone or upgrade to iOS 16.1.
This feature works only in locations you frequently visit or where you spend most of your time and regularly charge your iPhone for extended periods.
There are three ways to get emojis on Mac. First, from the top menu bar, click on Edit -> Emojis & Symbols to get the emoji keyboard on Mac. Second, use the Control + Command + Space keyboard shortcut to get emojis on macOS. Third, you can press the Fn/Globe key on your Mac to use emojis and symbols.
If you wish to completely turn off your location on an iPhone, go to Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Location Services and turn off the Location Services toggle. To disable location services for specific apps on your iPhone, open Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Location Services and make adjustments for individual apps. You can also head to Find My app, go to Settings -> Apple ID -> Find My -> Find My iPhone and turn the toggle Off.
Some of the most common reasons why your MacBook overheats include poor air circulation, clogged vents, older macOS, and hardware damage. To fix MacBook overheats when closed problems, you can check the vents, check your charging accessories, ensure proper air circulation, and update macOS. If nothing works, you should contact Apple support.
Forget M4, Early Snapdragon X Elite Benchmarks Can’t Even Beat Apple M3
Kanika Gogia
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The early Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite benchmarks lag behind Apple's M3 and can't compete with the brand-new M4 processor. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite pulls a 2,200 to 2,800 Single-core score and a Multi-core score of around 14,000 mark. The M3 Pro MacBook Pro manages to get a 3,000 Single-core score and 15,000 in the Multi-core test. The M4 processor can easily pull off a 3,700 Single-core score and up to a 14,500 Multi-core score, when it has 10 cores.
To fix date & time issues on a MacBook, you can set the date & time automatically, try changing the server, enable location services, and check your time zone and current region. If the automatic options don't work, you can manually set the date and time on your MacBook. You can restart your MacBook, update macOS, or boot your Mac in Safe Mode. If your own an Intel-powered Mac, you can also try resetting NVRAM/PRAM.
iOS 18 to Boost Apple Music With Smarter Song Transitions & More: Report
Kanika Gogia
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According to a report by AppleInsider, the upcoming iOS 18 will bring a "Smart Song Transition" feature that allows a user to adjust the crossfade duration and pick between one and twelve seconds. It might dynamically apply the Crossfade effect to the track a user is playing. Also, iOS 18 might also bring a new Spatial Gaming mode and other audio improvements. Apple is also reportedly exploring a new feature called "Passthrough" for Apple Music and QuickTime Player.
In 2000, Apple launched the first Mac operating system named Mac OS X Public Beta. This was followed by the Public release of Mac OS X 10.0 in 2001. At the time of writing this article, macOS 15 Sequoia is the latest macOS version launched on September 16, 2024. Rolled out in October 2021, macOS 12 Monterey is the oldest macOS still supported.
Apple offers some built-in options to record your Macs. On macOS Mojave or later, the easiest way to record the screen with audio on Mac using the Screenshot Toolbar. There's also a native macOS app, QuickTime that lets you screen record with audio on any Mac. Besides these built-in options, you can go for third-party screen recorders as well.
MacBooks have a Battery Health feature that shows battery degradation over time. If your MacBook shows "Service Battery", it means the battery has a lowered charging capacity or isn't functioning normally. On newer Macs, you would see "Service Recommended" rather than "Service Battery".
According to Mark Gurman, the upcoming iOS 18 will focus on "proactive intelligence" and aim to improve Siri's voice capabilities, giving it a more conversational feel. The AI features include the auto-summarization feature for notifications, providing quick synopses of news articles, transcribing voice memos, and improving calendar suggestions. Despite some AI enhancements, Apple's proprietary chatbot will still be missing. To cater to consumer demands, Apple is reportedly teaming up with OpenAI to integrate the startup’s technology into iOS 18.
After iPad Pro, iPhone 17 to Get ‘Significantly Thinner’ Design: Report
Anmol Sachdeva
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According to a latest report by The Information, one model of the iPhone 17 series will have a significantly thinner design along with cameras in the top center on the back. Also, the model will have a thinner Dynamic Island, a carry an expensive price tag than the current iPhone 15 Pro Max.