Unlocking the Potential of iOS 26: Top Tips and Features
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Apple Considers Google Gemini for Siri, Boosting Alphabet Stock
Apple is exploring using Google's Gemini AI model to power a revamped Siri, amid internal delays and challenges with its own AI development, potentially enhancing security and capabilities in future iOS updates.
Upcoming iOS 18.6.2 Update Promises New Features and Improvements
A leaker suggests that another update for iOS 18 is imminent, indicating ongoing developments and improvements for Apple's mobile operating system.
Couple Resolves AirPods Disputes with Simple iPhone Trick
A new iOS 18 feature called Audio Sharing allows two people to connect their AirPods or Beats headphones to a single iPhone or iPad, enabling simultaneous listening to music, podcasts, or watching videos without sharing earbuds or disturbing others.
Apple unveils iOS 26 beta with major battery and Liquid Glass interface upgrades
Apple has released second developer betas for its upcoming iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS, and Apple TV updates, which are more stable than initial builds but still intended for testing on secondary devices. These betas introduce Liquid Glass effects on newer hardware and are recommended for experienced users with backup plans, as early versions can have significant bugs and performance issues.
Apple Faces Challenges in AI and Innovation
Apple's software chief Craig Federighi explained that Siri's delayed features were due to quality concerns and the need for reliable performance, but assured that all previously announced features, along with new ones, will be released once ready, with more surprises teased for the future.
iOS 18 Adoption Reaches 82% Among Compatible iPhones
Apple announced that over 82% of compatible iPhones are running iOS 18, up from 68% in January, with 71% of eligible iPads also on iPadOS 18, reflecting strong adoption since its rollout in September 2024. The company is expected to unveil iOS 26 at WWDC 2025.
Apple reports 82% of compatible iPhones now run iOS 18
Apple reports that 88% of recent iPhones and 81% of recent iPads are running iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 respectively, highlighting strong adoption rates ahead of WWDC, with the company emphasizing the importance of updates for security and developer support.
RCS Messaging: A New Era for iPhone and Android Users
Apple has adopted Rich Communication Services (RCS) in iOS 18, enhancing messaging between iPhone and Android devices. RCS offers features like high-quality media sharing, read receipts, and typing indicators, bridging the gap between iMessage and Android messaging. While RCS improves cross-platform communication, it doesn't match iMessage's end-to-end encryption and universal availability across Apple devices. Users can enable RCS in iOS 18 settings, but its functionality depends on carrier support.
Graykey Tool's Limited Access to iOS 18 Revealed in Major Leak
The 'Graykey' tool, used by law enforcement agencies to unlock iPhones, can only partially unlock devices running iOS 18. This limitation highlights ongoing challenges in accessing encrypted data on newer Apple devices, as the company continues to enhance its security features to protect user privacy.
Apple's CarPlay Integrates Beloved App
Apple has added Apple Music Classical to CarPlay, enhancing its utility for users who enjoy classical music. This service, based on the Primephonic platform acquired by Apple in 2021, offers the world's largest classical music catalog with over 5 million tracks. The update also includes support for Spatial Audio, Announced Notifications, and new accessibility features in iOS 18. Apple Music Classical is available with an Apple Music subscription, providing a rich, immersive listening experience for CarPlay users.
iPhone Update Locks Out Police with Reboot Feature
Law enforcement officials are reporting that iPhones stored for forensic examination are mysteriously rebooting, making them harder to unlock. A document from Detroit suggests this may be due to a new iOS 18 security feature that causes iPhones to reboot when disconnected from a cellular network for a period. This reboot increases the phone's security against password-cracking tools. Apple has not confirmed if such a feature exists.
Mysterious iPhone Reboots Baffle Police During Investigations
Detroit police are facing challenges as iPhones in their custody are unexpectedly rebooting, complicating evidence extraction. The reboots, suspected to be linked to iOS 18, revert devices to a more secure state, making data access difficult. Despite being in airplane mode or Faraday boxes, the phones may be communicating and triggering reboots. This phenomenon is hindering forensic investigations, prompting warnings to isolate devices from iOS 18 influences. Apple has not commented on the issue.
"Apple Unveils iOS 18: New Features and Public Beta Now Available"
Apple has released a beta version of iOS 18, offering new features such as enhanced home screen customization, improved privacy functions, expanded text reactions, satellite messaging, a cleaner inbox, and a redesigned Photos app. Early adopters can sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program to test the new operating system, though they may encounter bugs.
"Apple Unveils iOS 18 Public Beta with Delayed Features and Android-Inspired Changes"
Apple has announced several new features for iOS 18, but some key updates won't be available until iOS 18.1 or later. These include advanced Siri capabilities, Apple Mail upgrades, Vision Pro enhancements, new emoji, and improved Home app functionalities. Additionally, the ability to drag and drop files between iPhone and Mac will also be delayed.