Apple Daily | iOS 18 Release Date Set; iPhone 16 Pro Demand Falls Short, Battery Fees Rise

【iPhone】

1. iOS 18 will be released on September 16, featuring customizable Home Screen options, a redesigned Control Center, iMessage enhancements, a revamped Photos app, and more. Key features like Apple Intelligence will launch with iOS 18.1.

2. Apple has increased the battery replacement fee for iPhone 16 Pro models to $119. The standard iPhone 16 and 16 Plus remain at $99. The iPhone 16 models feature larger batteries and an internal redesign for better heat dissipation.

3. Demand for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max is lower than expected, according to Ming-Chi Kuo. First-weekend sales dropped compared to the iPhone 15 series, with a higher demand for the standard iPhone 16 and 16 Plus.

【Apple Watch】

1. A new Apple Watch SE with a plastic casing is in development, potentially launching next year. The design aims to be more affordable, with challenges in shifting from aluminum to plastic.

【Mac】

1. Apple plans an October event to announce new Macs with M4 chips. Expected updates include MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac mini models. The MacBook Pro will feature M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chips, while the Mac mini will get a redesign.