Tag: ios 16

  • Apple to fix iPhone 14 Pro camera issues next week

    Apple to fix iPhone 14 Pro camera issues next week

    Apple says a software update for the iPhone 14 Pro will fix the camera wobble issue that occurs while using some third-party apps, like Snapchat and TikTok.

    “We’re aware of the issue and a fix will be released next week,” an Apple spokesperson told CNET in an email. 

    The optical image stabilisation hardware is malfunctioning, which also results in rattling noises.

    Since the September 16 debut of the iPhone 14 models, Apple had to release several updates. Last week, Apple released iOS 16.0.1 to fix a few bugs with the new iPhones, including activation issues and soft-looking photographs when zooming in on the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

    For the impending software upgrade, Apple has not given a version number, although it is most likely iOS 16.0.2. An Apple representative earlier today confirmed that the update will resolve a problem that makes some iPhone 14 Pro models’ rear cameras jiggle and tremble.

    With the release of iOS 16, a new privacy feature was added that prevents apps from accessing the iPhone’s clipboard without the user’s consent in order to paste text from other apps. However, some users have reported that the question appears excessively. This issue is also expected to be fixed in the upcoming iOS update.

  • Apple to release iOS 16 tomorrow, is your iPhone compatible?

    Apple to release iOS 16 tomorrow, is your iPhone compatible?

    On September 12, the majority of regions are likely to receive Apple’s newest iOS 16. All compatible devices will be able to update to the most advanced and intelligent operating system created by the Cupertino-based tech giant.

    A deeper intelligence, brand-new tools for personalization, and improved sharing and communication capabilities are all part of iOS 16’s enhancements to the iPhone.

    Compatible iPhones

    These iPhones are compatible with iOS 16:

    iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max

    iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max

    iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max

    iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max

    iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max

    iPhone X, iPhone XR

    iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus

    iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)

    Whats new?

    • With iOS 16, you can now simply switch between various Lock Screens, each with a different background and aesthetic. For ideas, explore a gallery of wallpapers with suggested images and thematic collections.
    • Make your iPhone unique with brand-new ways to customise the Lock Screen. Highlight favourite images, alter font styles, and put up a few widgets to access information quickly.
    • View notifications in a concealed view, stacked view, or extended list view on the lock screen. Additionally, alerts are hidden by appearing at the bottom of the screen.
    • You can now make changes to a recently sent message or decide not to send it at all. Additionally, if you are unable to react right away but want to do so later, you can mark a message as unread.
    • The Home app has been completely redesigned to be even more effective and dependable. Utilize the newly designed Home tab to navigate all of your smart home accessories. You can now access the necessary accessories with just a tap thanks to new sections for climate, lights, security, and more. Additionally, a multicamera view places your smart home cameras in the spotlight.
    • Real-time transcription of audio into text makes it simpler to follow conversations and news.

    How to update to iOS 16?

    Make sure your device is plugged in and connected to the Internet with Wi-Fi. Then follow these steps:

    Go to Settings > General > Software Update.

    You may see software update options available. You can choose to stay on iOS and still get important security updates.

    To update to iOS 16 click on the patch available and tap Install Now.

  • Apple’s ‘Far Out’ event to unveil the best-ever products today

    Apple’s ‘Far Out’ event to unveil the best-ever products today

    The greatest Apple event of the year is officially here. It begins at 10:00 AM PT for those who will attend the event in person as well as those watching via stream on Apple’s official website and YouTube channel.

    It is titled “Far Out” and will take place at the Apple Park facility.

    iPhone 14 lineup

    It’s the main Fall event for Apple, and as usual, it’s all about the new iPhones. The 6.1-inch iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, as well as the new 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max, are the four new iPhone 14 models that Apple will introduce.

    The iPhone mini will be discontinued as a result of the switch to a more cost-effective Plus-sized phone due to weak sales.

    Dual cutout notch

    The more reliable speculations suggest that the Pro duo will receive the larger improvements. The selfie and FaceID cameras on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max will have a new dual cutout, which will Apple combine in software to form a single, long pill-shaped notch. The privacy indications for the microphone and camera will fit between the physical cutouts.

    Rumours of newer camera and A16 Chipset

    A new, larger 48MP sensor will be installed in the primary wide camera, enabling 8K video recording.

    The selfie camera will finally receive autofocus and probably see imager enhancements, while the ultrawide camera will get a larger sensor for better low light images.

    According to rumours, Apple will finally demonstrate an Always-on iPhone display. The new A16 chipset will finally be available for the iPhone 14 Pro models.

    Apple Watch Series 8

    The Apple Watch Series 8 will be the upcoming announcement in terms of priority, while it’s possible that Apple will make a lead announcement first.

    Expect the Apple Watch Series 8 to come equipped with a speedier S8 chip. Blood pressure monitoring is improbable, but a new temperature monitor that can measure fertility and warn the wearer of a potential fever is very likely to become available.

    AirPods Pro 2

    A new version of the three-year-old AirPods Pro is coming. In order to better support Bluetooth, the new AirPods Pro will be the first to utilise Apple’s Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC).

    Like the Beats Fit Pro, the AirPods Pro 2 might include a revolutionary stem-free design with integrated wing tips.

    iOS 16

    After the announcement of the iPhone 14 in a week, Apple is expected to have completed work on iOS 16 and release the upgrade. Its greatest additions include a new lock screen that can be customised, bottom-positioned notifications, new profiles for various situations, and the option to modify and unsend messages.

  • Apple wraps up iOS 16 development ahead of iPhone 14 event next month

    Apple wraps up iOS 16 development ahead of iPhone 14 event next month

    Apple engineers finished creating the first iteration of iOS 16 last week. This indicates that Apple will concentrate on fixing bugs in the last few weeks rather than adding any significant new features or modifications to the operating system.

    Mark Gurman of Bloomberg reaffirmed in the most recent issue of his “Power On” newsletter that the release of iOS 16 and watchOS 9 together with the new iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 models is scheduled for September, while he anticipates the release of iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura for October.

    Apple engineers completed work on the iOS 16.0 update this past week, and it will be released in September along with watchOS 9. The new hardware will be compatible with such updates. However, due to Stage Manager-related delays to the iPad software, the updates to macOS Ventura and iPadOS are now planned for October to coincide with the new hardware lineup, said Gurman.

    A configurable Lock Screen with widgets, the option to temporarily modify or unsend an iMessage, iCloud Shared Photo Library for sharing photos with family and friends, a redesigned Home app, and other features are among the major new features in iOS 16. On the majority of iPhones with a notch, Apple also reintroduced a battery % indication in the status bar.

    The most recent public beta of iOS 16 from Apple has a new icon for the battery percentage. This makes determining the remaining battery life on an iPhone with Face ID easier: On the upper right of the display, inside the battery symbol, is the remaining percentage. Up until now, Face ID iPhones lacked a battery indicator, so you had to visit Control Center to see how much power was left in your device.

    Especially if you have an iPhone with Face ID, one of the things you look at the most on your iPhone is the lock screen. The lock screen on the iPhone has undergone the biggest overhaul to date with iOS 16. Hold down the button to change your lock screen.

    To test out numerous different looks, swipe. Each design modifies the typography and colour filter for the lock screen backdrop photo in order to make everything blend together. Similar to Google’s Material You, which debuted with Android 12, this has an Apple vibe to it.

    Visual Look Up in iOS 15 can analyse your photographs and recognise objects like plants and animals. In contrast, iOS 16 enhances this feature. You can remove a photo’s subject from the background and add it to applications like Messages by touching it.

    In essence, it’s a tap-and-hold tool that gets rid of the background of a picture. Although Apple occasionally overuses the word “magic” for this feature.

  • Samsung Galaxy S23 to launch with high capacity battery, inspired by electric vehicles

    Samsung Galaxy S23 to launch with high capacity battery, inspired by electric vehicles

    The Korean tech giant, Samsung will offer the upcoming Galaxy S23 series with larger batteries, presumably in an attempt to rival Apple’s industry-leading battery longevity. These improvements will be made possible by an electric vehicle (EV) inspired battery technology that allows a 10 per cent increase in energy density.

    Apple’s existing smartphones continue to have the best battery life in the industry. Samsung’s next-generation mainstream flagships, the Galaxy S23 series, appear to be set to change things up. The Galaxy S23 series, codenamed ‘Diamond’ is expected to have significantly larger batteries than the Galaxy S22 series, according to new rumours.

    The Galaxy S22, in contrast, has been chastised for reducing from the Galaxy S21’s 4,000 mAh battery to a 3,700 mAh unit. Samsung is expected to address this with the Galaxy S23, which is expected to feature a 4,500 mAh battery. The Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra are expected to receive similar updates, with battery capacities increasing to 5,000 mAh and north of 5,500 mAh, respectively.

    All of this appears to be due to Samsung’s ambitions to incorporate new battery technology into the Galaxy S23 series. Samsung Digital Interface (SDI) will leverage the stacking technology it uses for its EV battery production on future smartphone batteries.

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    This technology will allow smartphone batteries to have a 10 per cent higher energy density. Production is allegedly already underway, with a line at the company’s plant in Tianjin, China. Still, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 is unlikely to gain from this advancement.

  • Is the iPhone SE 2022 a major flop?

    Is the iPhone SE 2022 a major flop?

    Apple is limiting the production of its recently launched ‘budget’ smartphone, the ‘iPhone SE 2022’ owing to lower-than-expected demand. The tech giant has urged suppliers to reduce the manufacturing of the iPhone SE, by roughly 2 million to 3 million devices, or about 20 per cent of initial booking orders.

    In fact, the iPhone SE is still not as well-known as Apple’s higher-priced iPhones. According to research, from its launch through Q4 2021, the 2020 edition of the iPhone SE contributed to only 12 per cent of total iPhone sales.

    It is worth mentioning that Apple also slashed orders for AirPods by around 10 million devices for the current year.

    The 5g enabled iPhone SE is marketed by the company as an alternative for the premium devices from Apple. However, its price tag of Rs105,238 (excluding PTA charges) still seems surprising as compared to the earlier SE model which was offered with a lesser price tag of Rs72,520 (excluding PTA charges).

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    According to Nikkei, the drop in production is a result of the Ukraine crisis and inflation’s detrimental influence on the demand for gadgets.

    Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, several major IT companies, including Apple, ceased sales in the country. The United States, the European Union, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan have all slapped economic sanctions on Russia, causing supply chain disruption and raising inflation concerns.