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technology1 year ago

iOS 18.2 Mail Update Sparks User Backlash Over New Sorting Features

The iOS 18.2 update for iPhone's Apple Mail app introduces new intelligent filters for categorizing emails into Primary, Transactions, Updates, and Promotions. Users can revert these changes by switching to a single list view and customizing notification badge counts to show either all unread messages or just those in the Primary category. Additionally, contact photos can be disabled in the settings. These updates are currently exclusive to iPhones with iOS 18.2, with future availability expected for macOS and iPadOS.

technology1 year ago

Apple Expands AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Test and Aid Features Globally

Apple's iOS 18.2 update introduces a clinical-grade Hearing Test feature for AirPods Pro 2, now available in nine additional countries. Users can assess their hearing health by listening to various tones in a quiet environment. The test results, measured in decibel hearing level (dBHL), can be accessed in the Health app and shared with healthcare providers. The update also enables features like Media Assist and Hearing Aid mode for users with detected hearing loss.

technology1 year ago

Apple's iOS 18.2 Update: New Features and Green Bubble Fix

Apple is set to release iOS 18.2 next week, which will allow iPhone users to change default apps, including the phone dialer and messenger, to more secure options like WhatsApp or Signal. This update addresses the issue of 'green bubbles'—unsecured text messages—highlighted by the FBI's warning against sending unsecured texts due to security concerns. The change aims to enhance user privacy and security, especially in light of recent hacking threats.

technology1 year ago

iOS 18.2: Apple's Game-Changing Update with AI and AirPods Enhancements

Apple's upcoming iOS 18.2 update promises to be a significant upgrade, introducing new Apple Intelligence features to a broader audience beyond U.S. English users. Key enhancements include Image Playground for creating images and Genmoji, advanced Writing Tools, and Visual Intelligence for real-time object recognition. The update will also bring design changes to Mail, Find My, and Photos apps, with a release expected in early December 2024.

technology1 year ago

Apple's iOS 18.2 Enhances AirTag Sharing for Easier Luggage Tracking

Apple's new iOS 18.2 public beta introduces a feature called Share Item Location, allowing users to share the location of a lost AirTag via a link. This feature, accessible through the Find My app, enables users to share the location with others, such as airlines, to help locate lost luggage. The link provides an interactive map and updates automatically when the item moves. The feature will expire after seven days or can be manually stopped. Apple is partnering with over 15 airlines and SITA to integrate this capability, with a broader rollout planned soon.

technology1 year ago

Apple's New Feature Simplifies Lost Luggage Tracking with Location Sharing

Apple has introduced a new feature called Share Item Location in the beta version of iOS 18.2, allowing users to share the location of lost items tracked by AirTags or Find My network accessories with third parties, such as airlines. This feature aims to help users recover misplaced items by generating a secure link that can be shared with others. The feature is designed with privacy in mind, as shared locations can be disabled by the owner and automatically expire after seven days. Several major airlines are set to integrate this feature into their baggage recovery processes.

technology1 year ago

Apple's iOS 18.2 Update Removes Promised Sketch Feature from Image Playground

Apple has removed the 'Sketch' style option from its Image Playground app, initially promised as part of its Apple Intelligence features. The app, available in the latest iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2 betas, now only offers 'animation' and 'illustration' styles. Despite previous mentions, references to the Sketch style have been removed from the app description and are expected to be updated on Apple's website soon. The reason for this change remains unclear.

technology1 year ago

iOS 18.2 Beta Introduces AI Upgrades and New Features for iPhone Users

Apple has launched the public beta of iOS 18.2, introducing new AI features like ChatGPT integration, Visual Intelligence, and Image Playground. These features, previously available only to developers, are now accessible to public beta users, though some require a secondary waitlist. The update also enhances Siri's capabilities and includes AI-generated custom emojis called Genmoji. The macOS 15.2 beta also includes many of these features, except for Visual Intelligence and Genmoji, which are exclusive to iPhones and iPads.

technology1 year ago

Apple Plans M4 Chip AI Servers with Foxconn in Taiwan

Apple plans to upgrade its Apple Intelligence servers to M4 chips next year, following the current use of M2 Ultra chips. The company has engaged Foxconn for additional server production in Taiwan. It remains unclear whether the servers will use the standard M4 chip or a higher-end variant. This move aligns with Apple's broader strategy of integrating M4 chips across its product lineup, including upcoming iOS 18.2 features that enhance Apple Intelligence capabilities.

technology1 year ago

Apple's iOS 18.2 Enhances AirTag Tracking for Lost Items and Luggage

Apple is testing a new feature in the iOS 18.2 developer beta that allows users to share the location of lost items via the Find My app with people outside their contacts using a shareable link. This feature aims to help locate lost items by enabling non-Apple device users, such as cab drivers or airline employees, to access the location link, which expires after a week or once the item is recovered. Additionally, users can share contact information to facilitate communication with the person who finds the item.

technology1 year ago

iOS 18.2 Enhances ChatGPT Access, Camera Controls, and AirTag Features

Apple is integrating OpenAI's ChatGPT into its iOS 18.2 update, allowing users to upgrade to ChatGPT Plus directly from the Settings app. This partnership aims to enhance Siri and other features with advanced AI capabilities. While OpenAI benefits from exposure, it's unclear if Apple will take a revenue cut from ChatGPT Plus subscriptions. The deal is non-exclusive, with Apple planning to integrate AI models from other developers. Meanwhile, OpenAI is navigating financial challenges and executive departures.