All articles tagged with #design update
Samsung unveils the Galaxy Book 6 series with new Intel Core Ultra processors, AI enhancements, improved cooling, and a MacBook-like design, aiming for better performance, battery life, and seamless device integration, launching in the US in Spring 2026.
A leaker suggests that Apple will address the controversial two-tone back design of the iPhone 17 Pro in the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro by improving the color match between the glass and aluminum components, aiming for a more seamless appearance.
Leaked images suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature a taller, more curved design with a thinner profile and a pill-shaped camera island, along with internal upgrades like a faster chip and improved sensors, but these changes may lead to a higher price point amid market competition.
Apple's iOS 26.1 introduces a new 'Tinted' setting for Liquid Glass, allowing users to reduce transparency and contrast, providing a customizable experience while maintaining the original design for most users. This move is seen as a positive compromise, benefiting both Apple and its diverse user base by offering more control without abandoning the bold Liquid Glass aesthetic.
The iPhone 17 Pro Max features a thicker design for a larger battery, improved cooling, and camera upgrades including a 48MP sensor and new zoom options, making it a strong choice for creators and those with older phones, while offering iterative updates for current users.
Microsoft has unveiled new, more colorful and playful Office icons inspired by Fluent design and Copilot, featuring gradients, softer curves, and improved accessibility, with rollout across platforms in the coming weeks.
macOS 26 Tahoe introduces a major update with a new Liquid Design language, enhanced Spotlight search capabilities, a new Phone app for calls, Live Activities on Mac, AI-powered Shortcuts, and a dedicated Games app, marking a significant shift in Apple's desktop OS with a focus on uniformity, usability, and gaming.
iOS 26 introduces major updates including a unified Phone app, call screening, enhanced Visual Intelligence, Spatial Scenes for photos, customizable iMessage backgrounds, a minimalistic Safari, and Live Translation for calls, making it potentially the biggest iOS update in years.
iOS 26 introduces a Liquid Glass design with new app icons that may be hard to recognize, including updates for AirDrop, Camera, Apple Games, Image Playground, and the new Finder app, reflecting a fresh and modern aesthetic.
A report suggests that Siri will receive a new design on iPhone and iPad as early as next year, indicating a significant update to Apple's virtual assistant interface.
Pebble's smartwatch is making a comeback with the Pebble Time 2, featuring a new industrial design, multiple color options, and added features like a multicolor RGB LED backlight, second microphone, and compass sensor. The watch retains key specs such as a 1.5-inch e-paper display, 30-day battery life, and health tracking. It is available for preorder at $225, with options to upgrade from previous orders.
iOS 26 beta 4 reintroduces a more 'liquid' and transparent Liquid Glass design, refining the look from beta 3's frosted appearance, with a balance between transparency and opacity, indicating Apple's focus on the original liquid aesthetic.
Google's upcoming Pixel 10 Pro, set to be announced on August 20, has been revealed through FCC filings and leaks, showcasing a refined design with a new camera bar, smaller bezels, and potential new camera features like a periscope lens. The device supports wireless charging, Wi-Fi 6E, and possibly Thread and UWB connectivity, emphasizing both hardware improvements and software advancements in Google's flagship lineup.
The Galaxy Watch 8 by Samsung shows promising first impressions with notable hardware and software updates, including a new antioxidant measurement feature, a refreshed cushion design, and integration with Wear OS 6 and Google’s Gemini AI. It offers improved comfort, a more refined look, and enhanced functionality, making it a strong contender in the smartwatch market, especially for Samsung users. Further testing is needed for battery life and long-term performance.
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic feature a return of the rotating bezel, new health tools like antioxidant and vascular load indices, improved sleep and running coaching, and the integration of Google's Gemini AI, with availability starting July 25.