Apple Daily | iPhone 16 Pro Unveiled with 48MP Camera, Sets Stage for October iOS 18.1 AI Update

【iPhone】

1. The iPhone 16 Pro features a 48-megapixel ultra-wide and telephoto camera, and a new Camera Control button for quick access. The button's usability varies with device orientation. The device offers 4K 120 fps video shooting and improved audio features. iOS 18.1 integrates Apple Intelligence, enhancing Siri and introducing new features like Writing Tools and Smart Replies.

2. Apple is internally testing iOS 18.0.1, a minor update expected to fix touchscreen and iMessage bugs. iOS 18.1, set for October release, will introduce advanced AI features and is available in beta for iPhone 15 Pro and 16 models.

【iPad】

1. A lower-cost Apple Pencil with a USB-C port is now available as a refurbished item in several countries. This model lacks certain features like pressure sensitivity and wireless charging but is compatible with USB-C iPads.

【Mac】

1. Apple is expected to hold an October event to announce new Macs, including MacBook Pro and iMac models with M4 series chips. Updates for the Mac mini with M4 and M4 Pro chips are also anticipated.

【Apple Watch】

1. The Apple Watch Series 10 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 received approval for sleep apnea detection in Canada. Using the watch's accelerometer, the feature identifies breathing interruptions linked to sleep apnea.

【Vision Pro】

1. Apple is developing a new Vision Pro headset with an M5 chip, expected to enter production in 2025. Enhanced computing power and AI integration are anticipated, although the design will remain largely unchanged.

【Others】

1. Apple's film "Wolfs," starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney, premiered on Apple TV+ after a limited theatrical release. The film's strategy signals a shift in Apple's approach to theatrical releases, focusing more on streaming. A sequel is already in development.