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Apple Daily | iOS 18 Adds RCS, Enhancing Messaging Features for iPhone Users

AInvestSaturday, Nov 9, 2024 7:00 am ET
2min read

【iPhone】

1. The iPhone 18 Pro models will introduce a variable aperture for the main rear camera, enhancing light control and depth of field. This upgrade follows the transition to 48-megapixel sensors across iPhone models, including the iPhone 17 Pro's telephoto camera. The iPhone 18 is expected in 2026, with Sunny Optical and Luxshare as key suppliers for the camera components.

2. Apple's iOS 18 now supports Rich Communication Services (RCS), offering features like read receipts and typing indicators for "green bubble" conversations. An issue with emoji reactions from Android users has been resolved, allowing them to display inline with message bubbles.

3. Apple has expanded its self-service repair program to include iPhone 16 models, offering parts and tools for various repairs. Customers can rent tool kits and access repair manuals, continuing Apple's initiative to provide resources for experienced individuals to repair select devices.

【Mac】

1. Apple's new Mac mini, iMac, and MacBook Pro models with M4 chips are now available. The Mac mini has been redesigned to be smaller, with improved ports and performance. It offers configurations with M4 and M4 Pro chips, boasting faster CPU and GPU performance compared to previous models. The Mac mini's power button placement may be inconvenient for frequent users.

2. The new Mac mini includes two 128GB storage chips in its 256GB model, ensuring faster SSD speeds. The storage is modular, though replacement is complex. This improvement addresses previous criticism of slower SSD speeds in base models with single storage chips.

3. Recent teardowns reveal the compact internal design of the new Mac mini, highlighting its innovative thermal architecture. The components efficiently occupy space, showcasing the engineering advancements made possible by Apple silicon's performance-per-watt capabilities.

4. New MacBook Pro models with M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chips have been released. Rumors suggest next year's models will feature M5 series chips, maintaining the annual upgrade cycle. Major redesigns, such as an OLED display, are expected in 2026.

5. Apple has implemented an extended return policy for the 2024 holiday season, allowing returns until January 8, 2025, for most products purchased between November 8 and December 25, 2024. The policy applies to eligible online and in-store purchases.

【Vision Pro】

1. VisionOS 2.2 introduces Wide and Ultrawide modes for the Vision Pro's Mac Virtual Display feature, enhancing its utility as an external Mac display. The update is expected in December, alongside other Apple software updates. Rumors suggest an M5-powered Vision Pro headset will launch next year, and Apple is considering a Vision device that pairs with iPhones for media viewing.

【Others】

1. Safari Technology Preview 207 offers updates for CSS, JavaScript, and other web technologies, allowing users to test upcoming Safari features on macOS Sonoma and Sequoia. This experimental browser lets Apple gather feedback from developers and users.

2. OpenAI's ChatGPT service is currently down, affecting availability of its website, app, and the Siri ChatGPT feature in iOS 18.2. The company is investigating the outage to restore functionality.

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