Apple Daily | iPhone 16 Production Ramps Up, New Display Sizes for Pro Models; EU Compliance Plan Updated

【iPhone】

Apple updated its Digital Markets Act compliance plan in the EU, allowing developers to direct users to non-App Store purchase options for in-app content. However, the new terms include a complicated fee structure that has been criticized by notable figures like Epic Games' Tim Sweeney and Spotify.

Apple suppliers Samsung Display and LG Display have ramped up production of iPhone 16 OLED panels, with Apple forecasting around 90 million units for this year. The iPhone 16 lineup will have similar designs to the iPhone 15 models but with larger displays for the Pro variants.

Apple's iPhone development roadmap extends several years ahead, with the iPhone 17 expected to feature under-display Face ID, new display sizes, 120Hz ProMotion, an Apple-designed Wi-Fi 7 chip, a 48MP telephoto lens, and other advancements.

【iPad】

Apple announced updates to its Digital Markets Act compliance plan in the EU, allowing developers more freedom to direct customers to non-App Store purchase options. These changes are only applicable in the EU and come with specific fees and terms.

iPad Pro models accounted for the majority of Apple's iPad sales in the June quarter, driven by the launch of new M4 chip-equipped models with OLED displays.

Apple will choose Samsung Display as the main supplier of OLED panels for a new iPad Air, expected to launch in 2026. Samsung's production capacity surpasses that of LG Display, making it the preferred choice for Apple.

【Mac】

Apple is planning to debut completely redesigned Mac mini models with the M4 and M4 Pro chips later this year. The new design will make it Apple's smallest ever desktop computer, featuring an aluminum shell and multiple USB-C ports.

【Others】

Apple's Car Keys feature appears to be coming to future Lynk & Co models, enabling users to unlock their vehicles via the Wallet app on an iPhone or Apple Watch.

Smart lighting company Nanoleaf has launched the EXPO Smart LED Display Case, designed to highlight collectibles with built-in multi-color lighting. The cases are modular and can be controlled via the Nanoleaf app and Siri.

Instagram has expanded the number of photos and videos that can be added to a single carousel post from 10 to 20, bringing it closer to TikTok's limit of 35.

Sonos will delay two major product releases to focus on improving its app, which has faced criticism for lacking key features and being buggy.

Apple plans to turn some Apple Intelligence features into paid subscription services, potentially charging users up to $20 per month. This could be part of a new Apple One tier.