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Apple Daily | BMW Key Issues Persist in iOS 18; Apple Cancels Autonomous Vehicle Project

AInvestSaturday, Oct 12, 2024 8:00 am ET
1min read

【iPhone】

1. Following the iOS 18 release, BMW owners report issues with shared car keys in Apple Wallet, affecting the "passive entry" feature. The problem persists in the iOS 18.0.1 update and the latest iOS 18.1 beta. The cause remains unclear.

2. Rumors for the iPhone 17 Pro models include a 24MP front camera, 48MP Telephoto camera, 12GB RAM, and a smaller Dynamic Island. Easier battery removal is also expected. The models may launch in September 2025.

3. iOS 18.1 will introduce Apple Intelligence features, enhancing Siri and other functionalities, with a release expected soon.

【iPad】

1. iOS 18.1 introduces a "Primary" email address setting, allowing users to more easily change the main email associated with their Apple Account, improving privacy and usability.

2. Apple highlights the use of iPad Pro and Apple Pencil Pro in designing NHL goalie masks for the 2024-25 season, marking its involvement in creative processes.

【Mac】

1. Leaks reveal Apple's M4 MacBook Pro with new features like a 10-core CPU, 16GB RAM, and additional Thunderbolt port. The design remains largely unchanged, with a possible November 1 release. Apple's product release strategy may shift to more staggered schedules.

2. Apple's Pro Display XDR and Studio Display have not received updates in years. Rumors suggest new models might come in 2024 or later, with potential improvements but no imminent releases.

3. The SuperDrive, Apple's external CD/DVD drive, appears discontinued, marking the end of a legacy product.

【Apple Watch】

1. Southern Straps offers a giveaway featuring the Apple Watch Series 10, emphasizing their durable nylon bands as alternatives to Apple's offerings.

【Vision Pro】

1. Apple's Vision Pro headset struggles with sales due to high price and design issues, raising questions about the future of Apple's AR/VR projects. Conflicting rumors exist about upcoming models and potential cheaper versions by 2025.

【Others】

1. Apple has canceled its autonomous vehicle testing permit in California, effectively ending its electric vehicle project, which began over a decade ago.

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