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CarPlay Welcomes AI Chatbots in iOS 26.4 (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini)
technology6 days ago

CarPlay Welcomes AI Chatbots in iOS 26.4 (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini)

iOS 26.4 adds CarPlay support for third‑party AI chatbots (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) with a new voice-control screen for voice-based conversations. Apps must have a CarPlay entitlement and be updated to support the screen; users can interact hands‑free but cannot control vehicle or iPhone functions, and there’s no wake word. The feature is in beta and expected to launch in spring.

iPhone Gets Built-In Biometric Guard by Default with iOS 26.4
technology9 days ago

iPhone Gets Built-In Biometric Guard by Default with iOS 26.4

iOS 26.4 will enable Stolen Device Protection by default for all iPhones, requiring biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID) for sensitive actions and adding a one-hour security delay for others. A familiar-location option can disable protection there. The feature, first introduced in 2023, is currently in developer beta with a public beta and a spring release planned.

iOS 27 Emphasizes Polish Over Flash with Bug Fixes and Performance Tweaks
technology16 days ago

iOS 27 Emphasizes Polish Over Flash with Bug Fixes and Performance Tweaks

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says iOS 27, to be unveiled at WWDC 2026, will be a relatively modest release focused on bug fixes, performance improvements, and design refinements, with a more personalized Siri via a chatbot interface. A first beta of iOS 26.4 is expected the week of February 23, and major updates will be previewed for developers at WWDC ahead of a fall public release.

Apple's iOS 26.3/26.4 Preview, Foldable iPhone Leaks, and Fresh MacBook Pro Plans
technology17 days ago

Apple's iOS 26.3/26.4 Preview, Foldable iPhone Leaks, and Fresh MacBook Pro Plans

Apple’s week of hardware and software chatter centers on iOS 26.3 RC and the first iOS 26.4 beta, leaked details for a foldable iPhone (relocated buttons, black camera plate, smaller Dynamic Island, and a rumored ~5500 mAh battery), anticipated CarPlay Ultra expansion to more brands, a revamped Mac ordering process, and new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro/Max tied to macOS 26.3, plus a February 10 Home app upgrade deadline.

Apple's AI and Siri Enhancements: What to Expect in the Coming Months
technology1 month ago

Apple's AI and Siri Enhancements: What to Expect in the Coming Months

Apple is set to unveil a revamped, AI-powered Siri with new features like personal context, on-screen awareness, and app actions, expected with iOS 26.4 around March or April 2024. Additionally, Apple is developing its own generative AI search engine, potentially launching as soon as March, to compete with other AI tools and integrate into Safari and Spotlight. These updates follow delays caused by engineering challenges and may utilize Google Gemini for AI processing.

Apple's Siri to Integrate Google Gemini and Expand AI Capabilities
technology3 months ago

Apple's Siri to Integrate Google Gemini and Expand AI Capabilities

Apple's upcoming Siri update, expected with iOS 26.4 in spring, will secretly utilize Google Gemini models on Apple’s servers to enhance its capabilities, including personal queries and general knowledge, while maintaining user privacy. The integration aims to fill technology gaps without overt promotion, similar to Samsung's use of Google Gemini features, and will be part of a broader AI-driven smart home device launch.