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  • iPhone 17 Air looks super slim in new leaked photos

    iPhone 17 Air looks super slim in new leaked photos

    Last night, fresh pictures of iPhone 17 dummy models popped up, shared by Sonny Dickson. He’s a guy who’s been spot-on for years about leaking these fake phone versions that help case and accessory makers get ready for new iPhones. The photos match the designs we’ve seen lately, including a big camera bump stretching across the back, which Apple might add to all models except the basic iPhone 17.

    Dickson’s pictures show the dummies from every angle. The side views really stand out, showing how thin the iPhone 17 Air could be compared to the others. I never thought the current iPhones were bulky, but next to the Air, they look pretty hefty. Check it out:

    The iPhone 17 Air dummy looks sleek from the side, making other models seem thick. These dummy units seem to confirm whispers that the iPhone 17 Air will have a 6.6-inch screen. That size puts it right between this year’s 6.3-inch iPhone 16 Pro and the 6.9-inch 16 Pro Max.

    Mark Gurman from Bloomberg backed this up in his latest Power On newsletter. He says Apple thought about making it 6.9 inches but dropped the idea, worried a super-thin phone with a hugescreen might bend too easily.

    Gurman also mentions the Air will have slim edges like the 16 Pro, plus the Dynamic Island notch and a Camera Control button—details that line up with Dickson’s leaked shots. The iPhone 17 Air’s slim design is stealing the spotlight, and these photos give us a solid peek at what’s coming. It’s exciting to see how it stacks up against the rest of the lineup!

  • AirPods to offer real-time language translation by late 2025

    AirPods to offer real-time language translation by late 2025

    Apple is developing an exciting feature for AirPods that will make chatting across languages much easier, according to Bloomberg. This new tool, tied to iOS 19, will roll out with an AirPods software update later this year. With this update, AirPods will help people who speak different languages talk smoothly. It’ll work alongside the iPhone’s Translate app. Imagine an English speaker wearing AirPods chatting with someone speaking Spanish.

    The iPhone will pick up the Spanish words, turn them into English, and send them to the AirPods wearer. Then, when the English speaker replies, the iPhone will translate their words into Spanish and say them out loud. The Translate app on iPhones already does this, but adding it to AirPods will make the whole process quicker and simpler.

    Apple also plans to upgrade the Translate app in iOS 19, though we don’t know the details yet. While new AirPods Pro 3 earbuds are coming in 2025, it seems this translation feature might work on older AirPods models, too. In recent years, Apple has been pairing AirPods updates with iOS releases.

    For example, with iOS 18, they added hearing health tools. These let AirPods check for hearing problems and even act as a hearing aid if needed. This shows how Apple keeps making AirPods more helpful with each iOS update. This translation feature could be a game-changer for travelers, friends, or anyone connecting across languages. By late 2025, AirPods might just break down language barriers like never before!

  • iPhone 17 Pro parts leak hints at big camera changes

    iPhone 17 Pro parts leak hints at big camera changes

    Apple’s next iPhone 17 Pro models might come with a fresh look, and a leaked photo from what seems to be a factory line backs up one of the biggest rumored updates. The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max are said to switch to a horizontal camera strip, similar to what Google uses on its Pixel phones. This strip would stretch across the back, holding three cameras in a triangle shape on the left, plus the flash, microphone, and LiDAR sensor on the right. Why Apple might go this way or what the extra space is for isn’t clear yet, but it keeps popping up in leaks.

    A picture shared on X by a leaker named Majin Bu shows metal parts—possibly aluminum or titanium—for the iPhone 17 Pro Max. These pieces, likely shaped by precise machines, match the rumored design. The big round holes in them could be for things like the MagSafe charger or battery inside. The parts look neatly stacked and freshly made, ready for the next step.

    Word is that Apple might drop titanium frames from past models like the iPhone 15 Pro and 16 Pro and use aluminum instead. They could mix aluminum with glass for a tougher build. The glass part would keep wireless charging alive, while aluminum might make the phone less likely to break.

    There’s talk of a glass patch around the Apple logo, blended into a metal body. Those holes in the leak might tie into this—or maybe even a new feature like reverse wireless charging. Tests suggest the iPhone 17 Pro could send 7.5W of power wirelessly to gadgets like AirPods or an Apple Watch, a step up from the 4.5W it can do now via cable.

    The iPhone 17 Pro Max might also get a bit thicker—8.725mm compared to 8.25mm on the iPhone 16 Pro Max—possibly to fit a larger battery. The new camera style could also appear on the iPhone 17 Air, a slim model replacing the Plus version, though it’ll have just one lens. The regular iPhone 17, however, should stick to the current camera setup from the iPhone 16. Apple’s big reveal is expected next September. What do you think of these changes? Share your thoughts below!

  • iPhone 17 to stay cool with new tech and slim iPhone 17 Air details

    iPhone 17 to stay cool with new tech and slim iPhone 17 Air details

    Fresh news about the iPhone 17 suggests at least one model will stay cooler with a fancy liquid cooling system called a vapor chamber. This is the third time we’ve heard this, but it’s still unclear which models will get it.

    Apple’s chips keep getting stronger every year, but they heat up when you push them hard—like when playing heavy games. When they get too hot, the phone slows down to avoid damage. This is called thermal throttling. It happens when the chip hits its heat limit, and the phone cuts back power until it cools off.

    Big devices like the MacBook Pro use fans to blow heat away, but iPhones rely on a simple metal or graphite block to soak up heat and pass it to the phone’s body. A vapor chamber is a smarter version of this. It has liquid inside that turns into vapor when part of the phone gets hot. The vapor moves to cooler areas, turns back into liquid, and lowers the temperature. It’s like how a wet towel cools your head when you’re sick.

    Who Said What About iPhone 17 Cooling?

    Last summer, Apple expert Ming-Chi Kuo said only the iPhone 17 Pro Max would get this vapor chamber upgrade paired with graphite sheets. Other models would stick to just graphite. Then, the Chinese site MyDrivers claimed all iPhone 17 models would have it. Now, a trusted leaker, Instant Digital, says both Pro models—iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max—will use this cooling trick.

    iPhone 17 Air: Super Thin and Sleek

    Apple’s also swapping the “Plus” model for a new iPhone 17 Air, and everyone’s talking about how thin it’ll be. Reports vary: some say 6mm, others 5.5mm at its slimmest. Leaker Ice Universe adds that the camera bump is 4mm, making the thickest part 9.5mm. It’ll have one camera, a microphone, and a flash in a long bump, like on Google Pixel phones.

    Size and More

    The iPhone 17 Air might have a 6.6- or 6.7-inch screen—bigger than the iPhone 17 (6.3 inches) but smaller than the Pro Max (6.9 inches). Expect Apple to show off the whole iPhone 17 lineup around mid-September 2025.

  • iPhone 17 Pro to get a cool new trick for better speed

    iPhone 17 Pro to get a cool new trick for better speed

    Apple’s next iPhone 17 Pro models will come with a fancy cooling system called vapor chamber technology, says a Chinese tipster known as Instant Digital. This upgrade promises to keep the phone running smoothly by handling heat better.

    Lots of top Android phones already use vapor chamber cooling. It spreads heat over a bigger area, stopping the phone from slowing down when it gets too hot. This is super helpful for slim devices like the iPhone that need to stay fast and reliable.

    Rumors about Apple adding this cooling tech to the iPhone 17 lineup aren’t new. Back in January, a Chinese tech site, MyDrivers, said all models—iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max—might get it. But Instant Digital thinks only the Pro and Pro Max versions, powered by the new A19 Pro chip, will have it. “With the A19 Pro and better heat control, these phones will stay fast even during tough tasks,” the tipster explained.

    In a separate update on Weibo, Instant Digital said not to expect big changes to the iPhone 17’s front. “This year’s upgrades are mostly inside and on the back. The front, like the notch and edges, will likely stay the same,” they noted.

    There’s some debate about the Dynamic Island, though. Last month, a rumor hinted that the iPhone 17 Pro Max might get a smaller one, thanks to a new Face ID lens. Analyst Jeff Pu, who’s often right about Apple, agrees. But another expert, Ming-Chi Kuo, says it’ll stay the same size. Apple first added the Dynamic Island with the iPhone 14 Pro in 2022, and it’s on most newer models, unchanged so far.

    On the back, Apple’s shaking things up. The iPhone 17 Pro models will swap the old square camera bump for a sleek aluminum bar stretching across the phone. The new iPhone 17 Air, replacing the Plus model, will also get this horizontal bar but with just one camera. The regular iPhone 17, however, will stick to the iPhone 16’s camera style. Look out for these phones next September!

  • iPhone 17 Air: Seven cool features to look forward to this year

    iPhone 17 Air: Seven cool features to look forward to this year

    This fall, Apple is shaking things up with a new phone: the iPhone 17 Air. Instead of keeping the Plus model, they’re rolling out something fresh that might even catch the eye of Pro fans. Here are seven exciting things coming with the iPhone 17 Air.

    Super Slim Design

    The iPhone 17 Air will be incredibly thin, taking inspiration from Apple’s slim M4 iPad Pro. Experts guess it could be as thin as 5.5mm in most spots, except for the camera area. That’s a big drop from the iPhone 16 Pro (8.25mm) and the regular 16 (7.8mm). Even the super-thin iPhone 6 was 6.9mm!

    A New 6.6-Inch Screen

    The 17 Air will have a 6.6-inch display, sitting right between the 6.3-inch 17 Pro and the 6.9-inch Pro Max. Its slim body makes it feel compact for Pro users but roomy enough for those who love bigger screens.

    Always-On Screen and Smooth Scrolling

    For years, only Pro iPhones had an Always-On display and a fast 120Hz refresh rate. Now, the 17 Air (and base 17) will get these too! There’s talk of a 90Hz option instead of 120Hz, but either way, it’ll feel smooth and handy.

    A19 Chip Power

    The 17 Air will run on Apple’s new A19 chip, shared with the base 17 model. The Pro versions get an A19 Pro, but the A19 is still great for gaming, AI, and everyday use. It’s just a tiny bit less powerful than the Pro chip.

    One Big 48MP Camera

    Unlike the Pro’s three cameras or the base model’s two, the 17 Air will have just one 48MP rear camera in a cool “bar” design. Details are hush-hush, but it might surprise us with what it can do.

    Better 24MP Selfie Camera

    The front camera jumps from 12MP to 24MP across all iPhone 17 models, including the Air. It won’t match the back camera, but your selfies will look a lot sharper.

    Apple’s Own C1 Modem

    The 17 Air gets a special C1 modem, made by Apple, for better connectivity. It’s a feature only it and the iPhone 16e have so far.

    The iPhone 17 Air could be Apple’s most thrilling fourth model yet, blending style and tech in a way that hints at what’s next for iPhones. Get ready for an awesome launch this fall!

  • New iPads and Macs start reaching people worldwide

    New iPads and Macs start reaching people worldwide

    Last week, Apple unveiled fresh updates for the iPad, iPad Air, MacBook Air, and Mac Studio, promising to release them on March 12. Today is Wednesday, March 12 in places like New Zealand and Australia, so folks who ordered these gadgets ahead of time are now getting their hands on them.

    What’s New with the 13- and 15-inch M4 MacBook Air

    Apple’s latest upgrades mostly focus on boosting power with new chips while keeping other changes small. The MacBook Air now has an M4 chip and comes in a cool Sky Blue shade. Meanwhile, the Mac Studio steps up with Thunderbolt 5 ports and a choice between an M4 Max or M3 Ultra chip.

    The budget-friendly 11-inch iPad runs on an A16 chip (which doesn’t work with Apple Intelligence), and the iPad Air got a shiny new M3 chip, better than its old M2. The basic iPad starts at $349, while the iPad Air begins at $599. For laptops, the MacBook Air is Apple’s cheapest option at $999, and the Mac Studio kicks off at $1,999.

    If you didn’t pre-order, you can still head to an Apple Store to grab one of these new iPads or a standard MacBook Air or Mac Studio model. Apple seems to have plenty of the basic iPad and Mac options ready worldwide. Lucky customers in Australia get first dibs at buying them in stores.

    Where You Can Get Them

    Right now, the new iPads and Macs are up for grabs in Australia and New Zealand. Soon, they’ll roll out to Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and finally, North America.

    So, whether you pre-ordered or plan to walk into a store, Apple’s latest gadgets are hitting shelves and homes, bringing faster tech to fans everywhere!

  • New iOS 18.4 Public Beta 3 and more updates from Apple

    New iOS 18.4 Public Beta 3 and more updates from Apple

    Apple rolled out iOS 18.4 public beta 3 today, following yesterday’s developer updates. Here’s a simple look at what’s new in this latest version for iPhone users.

    What’s New in iOS 18.4 Beta 3?

    The iOS 18.4 update is a big one coming soon for all iPhone users, expected to arrive next month. For now, beta testers get an early peek. Beta 3 doesn’t add much in terms of exciting new stuff—it’s mostly about fixing bugs and making things run smoother.

    One small change is in Apple Wallet. There’s a new option called “Preauthorized Payments” (it had a different name before). This spot shows merchants you’ve okayed to charge your Apple Pay for things like subscriptions or automatic top-ups. You can also turn notifications on or off for upcoming payments right there. Other than that, beta 3 keeps the same goodies we saw in the earlier iOS 18.4 betas.

    Highlights of iOS 18.4 So Far

    Here’s what’s been added to iOS 18.4 up to beta 3:

    • Priority Notifications to grab your attention
    • Food and recipe ideas in Apple News
    • A fresh style for Image Playground
    • More languages for AI features
    • AI support in the EU

    Visual Intelligence on extra iPhone models

    • Seven fun new emoji
    • An Apple Vision Pro app
    • More app types for default settings
    • Shortcuts for tweaking app options
    • New Control Center tools
    • Better electric vehicle routing in Apple Maps
    • A spruced-up Apple TV app design

    With so much already packed in, it’s no shock that beta 3 is quiet. Fingers crossed beta 4 brings more surprises!

    Other Beta 3 Updates

    Apple didn’t stop at iOS. Public beta 3 is also out for macOS Sequoia 15.4, iPadOS 18.4, watchOS 11.4, tvOS 18.4, and HomePod 18.4. These updates focus on smoothing out glitches too. One cool perk in macOS 15.4 beta 3: you can grab the Sky Blue wallpaper from the M4 MacBook Air.

    iOS 18.3.2 Hits iPhones

    Apple also dropped iOS 18.3.2 today. It’s a small update with bug fixes and security patches. Check it out in Settings > General > Software Update. It’s been a month since iOS 18.3.1, and this one tackles some streaming playback issues, too. More updates like macOS 15.3.2 and iPadOS 18.3.2 are out as well, keeping your devices safe and steady.

  • macOS 15.4 beta keeps Apple Intelligence storage a secret

    macOS 15.4 beta keeps Apple Intelligence storage a secret

    When Apple rolled out the second macOS 15.4 beta this month, it quietly tweaked something. Now, the System Settings won’t show how much space Apple Intelligence features are using on your Mac’s storage.

    In the earlier macOS Sequoia 15.3.1 version, anyone with an Apple silicon Mac could check this easily. They’d just go to System Settings, click General, then click Storage, and tap the little “i” button next to macOS to see the details. Simple, right?

    But with the macOS 15.4 beta 2 update, that’s changed. According to Aaron Perris from MacRumors, clicking the “i” button now shows nothing extra about the storage macOS is using. The details are gone.

    Here’s a twist, though—if you turn off System Integrity Protection (SIP), the info pops back up. SIP is a security feature that stops unapproved code from running, and you can only switch it off in Recovery Mode. It’s handy for app developers testing stuff, but for most people, it’s best left on.

    A developer named @b3lla_dev on iOS says Apple has locked down the Apple Intelligence files. Unless SIP is off, you can’t see them, and that’s messing with the System Settings’ ability to show their size. Apple Intelligence uses a tool called the MobileAsset framework. This system grabs and updates the bits it needs—like machine learning models—so your device stays current without big system overhauls. Apple’s support page says these files can take up to 7GB on iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

    When storage is low, 7GB is a lot. It could sway people on whether to use Apple Intelligence. Did Apple hide this info on purpose? We don’t know, but users might guess. Perris told Apple about it in a feedback report. The issue’s still there in beta 3, so we’ll see if Apple fixes it. The full macOS Sequoia 15.4 update is set to drop in early April.

  • AirPods Pro 3 coming soon: What to expect

    AirPods Pro 3 coming soon: What to expect

    Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 hit the market over two years ago and still lead the pack in wireless earbuds. But with the AirPods Pro 3 set to drop in 2025, many wonder if waiting for the next version is the smart move. The AirPods Pro 2 shine with great sound and noise-blocking skills for their tiny size. Apple keeps them fresh with updates, too.

    When iOS 17 came out in 2023, they got cool tricks like Adaptive Audio, mute buttons, and quick device switching. Then, iOS 18, launched last year, added head-shake controls for Siri, better voice clarity by cutting background noise, and a gaming-focused sound feature. Late last year, iOS 18.1 and 18.2 brought a big win: hearing aid support for people with mild to moderate hearing loss, approved by the FDA.

    What’s New for AirPods Pro 3 in 2025?

    The AirPods Pro 3 will likely keep all these goodies and add more. Rumors point to a new look for the earbuds and their case—different from the style we’ve seen since the first AirPods Pro. Inside, Apple might boost the sound with a faster chip, a trend with every new model. Word is they’ll also improve noise cancellation, making it even better than the AirPods Pro 2.

    Health features are a big deal too. Reports say Apple’s working on heart rate tracking, like what’s in the Powerbeats Pro 2, which syncs with gym gear to show your pulse on your iPhone. The AirPods Pro 3 could do this too, maybe even while playing tunes. There’s talk of a body temperature sensor in the ear canal, but it might not be ready for 2025.

    Looking ahead, some predict cameras in AirPods by 2026 for better sound with Apple’s Vision Pro headset or future AI tricks. That’s probably not happening this year, though.

    Release Clues

    In February, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said the AirPods Pro 3 are coming in 2025, still months off. One tipster guessed May or June, but their last “soon” prediction flopped, so take it lightly.

    Should You Wait?

    With the AirPods Pro 3 possibly arriving by late 2025, it’s a tough call. The new AirPods 4 offer some Pro perks for $179, but if you want the latest tech—like better hearing aid features—and don’t mind waiting, the AirPods Pro 3 at $249 could be your pick. For now, they sound like the top choice for Apple fans craving next-level earbuds.

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