Taking a look back at this week’s news and headlines from Apple, including iPhone 17 design leaks, iPhone 16 Pro camera issues, Apple’s Black Friday offers, new MacBook Pro display, iOS update warning, Apple News adds ads, and BlueSky’s app store …
Apple’s new iPhone 16 Pro television ad puts the focus on a key component for the first time
For the first time that I can remember, an application processor is the star of a new television ad for the iPhone. Titled “All Systems Pro,” the 38 second video takes place at a rocket firm’s Mission Control and focuses on the launch of the A18 Pro chipset. As the crew goes through the pre-launch checklist, we hear about the A18 Pro’s:
Apple Confirms New Update Choice—Millions Of iPhone Owners Must Now Decide
“In its latest set of demands, Facebook is now looking to become the default messaging app on iPhones,” according to one media report, which added that “Facebook already has market dominance around the world when it comes to messaging—it owns 3 of the most popular messaging platforms in the world.”
Apple’s cheapest iPhone in years could be just around the corner
New details suggest Apple could launch the iPhone SE 4 as soon as March 2025, with the brand keen to introduce users to Apple Intelligence.
Apple’s New Upgrade Choice—Millions Of iPhone Users Must Now Decide
But iOS 18.2 also brings the default app settings that are a game-changer for iPhone messaging, a huge setback for Google and RCS, and a win for Meta. “In iOS and iPadOS 18.2 and later,” Apple says, “a user may select an app other than the Messages …
Here’s everything Apple isn’t including in its Black Friday ‘sale’
With just a week to go until Black Friday, Apple has announced the details of its anticipated four-day shopping event that runs from November 29 to December 2. As always, there aren’t any actual savings during the promotion, but you can score a gift card for a future purchase when you buy certain devices.
iPhone 17 Air LEAKS: It’s SO THIN, You Won’t Believe It!
Apple is set to introduce a groundbreaking addition to its smartphone lineup in 2025 with the highly anticipated iPhone 17 Air. This innovative device is
I Need Apple to Make These Changes to the iPhone 17’s Camera
The iPhone 16 Pro packs a superb camera setup that can take some of the best images you can get from a phone. It put up a strong fight against the best camera phones around, including the Galaxy S24 Ultra,
Apple Sales Fall Y/y on China’s Singles’ Day, Huawei up 7%, Data Shows
The iPhone manufacturer saw its sales decline year-on-year by “double digit percentages” from Oct. 18 to Nov. 10, the research consultancy said. In comparison, its main rival in China, Huawei, recorded 7% sales growth, fueled by price cuts on its Pura 70 and Mate 60 models. Xiaomi also saw sales decline, with volumes falling 6%.
Apple Urges Judge to Dismiss US Antitrust Lawsuit at Early Stage
Apple Inc. argued in federal court that a US judge should dismiss the Justice Department’s antitrust lawsuit at an early stage because it failed to state how the iPhone maker’s alleged monopoly has harmed any consumers or developers.
Apple’s said to increase its Indonesia investment tenfold to reverse iPhone sales ban, signaling the country’s growing importance for U.S. tech giant
IDC, a market intelligence firm, notes that Indonesia is one of Apple’s fastest growing markets in Southeast Asia.
Apple’s best selling iPhone models aren’t what you’d expect, but there’s a good reason
A new report shares a breakdown of the best selling iPhone models by class, and the numbers are surprising—until you dive into the details.
5 Black Friday Apple Watch alternatives you can use with iPhone
Garmin is perhaps the best Apple Watch alternative for iPhone thanks to its enormous range of models, excellent fitness tracking, specialized running metrics, immense battery life, and more. When it comes to the best smartwatch for iPhone, our top Garmin pick is the Vivoactive 5.
iPhone SE 4 With Apple’s Own 5G Modem ‘Confirmed’ to Launch in March
Barclays analyst Tom O’Malley and his colleagues recently traveled to Asia to meet with various electronics manufacturers and suppliers. In
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Review: Raw Power In A Large Package
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max encapsulates the best of the best of the iPhone offerings this year. Here’s why you should consider it as your new main device.
Foxconn takes another big step toward AI iPhone manufacturing
Phone manufacturing will become increasingly automated with production facilities making extensive use of artificial intelligence, robotics, and ‘digital twin’ technologies.
Apple iPhone: Frustrating Photos Bug Causing Problems For Millions Of iPhone Users
Annoying, right? That’s an issue that’s popping up for some iPhone users. Here’s what we know. Apple iPhone 16 Pro. This problem seems to be down to a bug which is affecting iPhone users since they have upgraded to iOS 18, according to user reports s …