In this weekly overview we list the most important Apple news for you and you will also find the most popular tips from the past few days.
Last week, details about iOS 18 emerged showing that the focus is on AI. In addition, a rumor appeared that the Apple Watch ultra may not receive Apple’s own MicroLED Display until 2026 or later and the iPhone SE 4th generation may have an iPhone 16 design with Dynamic Island, Face ID and action button.
Top Apple News
The Apple Watch Ultra may be the first to get Apple’s own MicroLED Display
Monday, February 12 • Wesley Fabry
Apple is said to be planning to launch products that include their own MicroLED display. At the moment, the screens are still supplied by LG and Samsung, but this will change in the future.
According to various sources, Apple is busy developing their own screens and they want to start producing their own displays with MicroLED as soon as possible. This will not take place until 2026 at the earliest. The Apple Watch Ultra will probably be the first, followed by other Apple products such as the iPhone.
iPhone SE 4th generation may get iPhone 16 design with Dynamic Island
Wednesday, February 14 • Wesley Fabry
Are you waiting for a new iPhone SE? Then you will have to be patient for a while, the 4th generation is not expected immediately. There are even rumors that Apple has completely discontinued the iPhone SE, but this is not yet 100% certain.
Some rumors have already been leaked regarding the new SE. This would probably have the same design as the iPhone XR from 2018 with a few adjustments. This means that the iPhone SE will make the switch to an ‘edge-to-edge’ screen, possibly Face ID and a larger display. However, there are doubts, we should not expect an iPhone SE in 2023 and even 2024.
iOS 17.4 puts an end to web apps on iPhone in the EU due to new regulations
Friday, February 16 • Wesley Fabry
Since iOS 16.4 it has been possible to install web apps on your iPhone. Unfortunately, this option will no longer be available in the EU from iOS 17.4 due to new regulations.
According to Apple, new rules mean that they can no longer offer web apps safely. This will no longer open the home screen shortcuts in full screen, but in the default web browser. This means that various extras for web app providers will no longer apply.
iOS 18 may be the biggest update ever, focus on AI
Saturday, February 17 • Wesley Fabry
Over the past year, AI ‘Artificial Intelligence’ has undergone incredible developments. After chatGPT, Google and Microsoft also introduced their own chatbot. Apple lagged behind, but they seem to be making up for that in iOS 18. In fact, according to internal sources, iOS 18 would be the biggest update ever!
According to various sources, Apple wants to fully focus on artificial intelligence this year in order to make up for their ‘lag’. Rumors have previously appeared that Apple wants to launch an AI model that works completely locally. The design may also be adjusted.
Most popular Apple tips from last week
- Add Formula 1 calendar 2024 to your agenda
- Add, pin and edit Apple Watch widgets
- Schedule WhatsApp and other messages to send later on an iPhone
- Hide IP address in Mail and load content anonymously
- Enable additional stolen device protection on an iPhone
- Download hidden macOS Ventura update from the Mac App Store
- Apple Vision Pro: Using Digital Crown and Button