iOS 18.2 Developer Beta 3 update for iPhone was released by Apple on Monday. It builds upon the previous updates as the Cupertino-based tech giant continues to test the second batch of features powered by Apple Intelligence — the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) suite for iPhone and other devices. Apple’s latest update is not a substantial introduction but still includes tweaks to the video player in the Photos app, updated dark mode icons for apps, and more.

Apple's iPhone 17 Air model might not be as thin as the company previously planned, according to a tipster. Expected to replace the 'Plus' model in its lineup in 2025, Apple has reportedly encountered challenges in lowering the device's thickness due to the battery.

Oppo is said to be working on the Reno 13 series. While the brand is yet to announce the China launch date, a report has surfaced online suggesting the India launch timeline of the Oppo Reno 13 series. The new lineup is expected to come with at least two offerings, namely the Oppo Reno 13 and the Reno 13 Pro. Additionally, an alleged render of the Oppo Reno 13 has leaked on Weibo showcasing an iPhone-style rear design.

iPhone SE 4 could be launched in early 2025, according to a report. An Apple supplier is reportedly gearing up for mass production of camera components for the iPhone SE 4, which is expected to succeed the iPhone SE (2022).

Xiaomi announced the the latest operating system (OS) for its devices dubbed HyperOS 2.0 last month. A company official has now previewed another new feature which improves compatibility of Xiaomi smartphones with Apple devices such as the iPhone, enabling the user to share files easily across ecosystems.

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1. Google Chrome on iPhones gets new features with Drive, Maps integration  Business Standard
2. Stop Using Chrome On Your iPhone, Warns Apple—Millions Of Users Must Now Decide  Forbes
3. 4 new Chrome improvements for iOS  The Keyword
4. Chrome on iOS now lets you search using images and text at the same time  TechCrunch
5. Google rolls out new features in Chrome for iPhone users  Moneycontrol

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New iPhone sales will rest entirely in the next quarter this time.

It's no secret that most technology nowadays isn't exactly built to last forever, with new product models regularly on sale on replace malfunctioning items. However, Apple, which famously announces new products each September, is taking new steps to let people repair their own devices. Apple has launched parts and tools for the iPhone 16, including the Plus, Pro and Pro Max. 

Now, if you have an iPhone 16 model that's acting up, you can go to Apple's self service repair store and — possibly — get what you need to fix it. Choose the product type and model then pick from the iPhone 16's choices of back glass, battery, camera, top speaker, TrueDepth camera, SIM tray and more. Apple's iPhone 16 should be easier to fix than its predecessor, receiving a 7/10 on the iFixit repairability scale, compared to a 4/10 for the iPhone 15. 

You can either get kits or just the necessary part with prices varying based on your phone model. For example, a battery and screw kit for the iPhone 16 Pro Max is $119, but its $99 for the regular iPhone 16. You can get quite a lot of money back on the kit prices if you return the replaced piece afterward. The iPhone 16 Pro Max, for instance, goes down to $61.88 after you send back the old battery. 

Apple created its self-service program in 2022, giving its customers access to actual Apple parts when something in their device failed. However, Apple states that the service "is intended for individuals with the knowledge and experience to repair electronic devices. If you are experienced with the complexities of repairing electronic devices." So, repairs might not be as accessible if you or someone you know isn't savvy in making the swaps. 

APPLE could be set to make its biggest new product announcement since the iPhone, with the company believed to be working on a game changer.

The new features include notification summaries and tools to assist users in writing messages.

We are busy doing some research and thinking at the moment about what people are looking for in our News apps in the longer term, but we thought that in the meantime, it was important to fix one or two bugs affecting some users of the existing app and to make it a better, slicker experience overall.

We want to make sure the current app remains a great way to get a quick overview of the top stories across a wide range of subjects, easy-to-scan on a mobile and, once the stories have loaded, handy to read offline too.

So, it will now be quicker to start up the app and to update it, and it should feel smoother and faster as you scroll and swipe through the screens and stories.

The larger homescreen images we've introduced serve two purposes:

• first, you can see what's in them more clearly and there's more room for the headline
• second, their positioning makes it clearer that you can scroll horizontally in each news category to reveal more stories (we noticed that in user testing some people assumed there were only three stories a section).

There is a new layout on iPad when you view the home screen in portrait mode - designed to show more headlines and make it easier to find the stories you're interested in.

Among the bugs that we've fixed is an issue that sometimes caused the app to get stuck when updating, and another where you sometimes saw duplicate stories within a single news category.

For our product team, these improvements required a fairly major reworking of the app's code. The good news is that they are now working from a more stable base which can be built on with new features and functionality. This revising of our code is something we've already done with our Android app, so we'll now be able to release upgrades simultaneously on both iOS and Android, which are by far the largest mobile platforms for us in terms of users. This latest update is already available internationally.

If you're a user of the app, or decide to try it out, we hope you'll like the improvements we've made. And as we think about our apps generally and plan our next steps, we'd like to hear about what you'd most like to see in future.

Steve Herrmann is editor of the BBC News website.

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Apple iPhone 15 has become the best-selling smartphone globally in the third quarter (Q3) this year, followed closely by iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro, according to a report on Thursday.

The iPhone 15 and its many iterations comprised more than half of Apple’s Q4 smartphone shipments of nearly 2.8 million units in India, Canalys said in its quarterly report. The handset has seen remarkable success in India as Apple pushed the latest models during the festive sales, which occur across online and offline channels in […]

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Last week’s Vision Pro release shed some fascinating light on Apple’s generally top secret development process. A Vanity Fair interview with Tim Cook detailed — in part — what a long and heavy lift it took to get the company’s first headset off the ground. The Apple CEO gave an early iteration of the device […]

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New code introduced in the latest version of Apple’s mobile operating system could make it more difficult for both police and thieves to unlock iPhones. 404 Media reported Thursday that law enforcement officials were warning each other that phones being stored for forensic examination seemed to be rebooting themselves — something that security experts confirmed […]

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Block, the company behind Square and Cash App, now supports Apple’s Tap to Pay for iPhone feature for merchants. Existing Square users or new businesses wanting to use Square can now use their iPhones to receive payments while using the fintech company’s financial management software. The Jack Dorsey-led company said that merchants can open the […]

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1. Google rolls out new features in Chrome for iPhone users  Moneycontrol
2. 4 new Chrome improvements for iOS  The Keyword
3. Stop Using Chrome On Your iPhone, Warns Apple—Millions Of Users Must Now Decide  Forbes
4. Chrome 131 for iOS adding new Google Drive, Maps integrations  9to5Google
5. Chrome for iOS now lets you add text to Google Lens visual searches  Engadget

Foxconn, the Taiwanese company known for assembling Apple products, has unveiled three electric-vehicle prototypes. WSJ’s Stephanie Yang attended the launch event to see how the company is diversifying its business to gain a foothold in the auto industry. Photo: I-Hwa Cheng/Bloomberg News

Starting in February, U.S. cellular carriers will begin to shut down 3G. WSJ’s Joanna Stern got an old iPhone 3G and iPhone 4 working on the old network, in order to remember all it did to shape the smartphone revolution. Photo illustration: Preston Jessee for The Wall Street Journal

Truecaller has recently announced an update for iPhone users that brings an Auto-block spam feature, a significant addition that has been available to Android users for some time. This feature, exclusive to Truecaller Premium subscribers, automatically declines calls identified as spam,

Google is reportedly testing a new standalone app called "Google Gemini" for iOS users. This app has been noticed on the Apple App Store, providing direct access to Gemini Live-a feature not yet available on iOS. This follows the broader release

Apple's iPhone 16 Pro and Google's Pixel 9 Pro both bring fresh features and high-end specs, yet they differ significantly in production costs. While Apple spends more on premium components, resulting in a higher BOM, Google focuses on affordability with a

The iPhone SE 4 is the upcoming model from the Cupertino-based tech giant, likely to arrive next year. While Apple hasn't shared any details about its next budget iPhone, rumours and leaks have given us enough idea of what to expect.

Apple's iPhone 15 has emerged as the top-selling smartphone globally in the third quarter of 2024, according to Counterpoint Research. The iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro followed closely, securing second and third places. This performance highlights Apple's strong

OnePlus released OxygenOS 15, based on Android 15, for its flagship OnePlus 12 model, bringing new AI-driven features, design refinements, and more. In the OxygenOS 15 beta for the OnePlus 12, there was a hint that Google's Find My Device service

Apple has begun selling repair parts for the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models through its self-service repair store. Customers can find components and tools to fix or replace various parts, including the display, battery, rear camera system, TrueDepth camera for

Apple is poised to significantly increase its iPhone production in India, potentially reaching over $30 billion annually within two years. This growth is contingent on US President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Chinese imports, as reported by the Economic Times. Currently,

Both Samsung and Apple are reportedly working on slim devices for next year. Alleged Galaxy S25 Slim and the iPhone 17 Air will be upcoming models, featuring slim designs. A new report now suggests both smartphones may not be as slim as

Caviar, known for its luxury smartphone customisations, has launched the "Visionaries" collection. This series brings exclusive designs for the iPhone 16 Pro lineup which pays tribute to influential figures like Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Steve Jobs. Each model is crafted with

Apple has unveiled Apple Intelligence, a suite of features designed to enhance iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices. This innovation is available through free software updates: iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1. It aims to simplify daily tasks with advanced

The first set of Apple Intelligence features are already available on eligible iPhones, which include a new redesigned Siri and AI writing tools. However, the AI features are primarily available in English (US), with English (India) support rolling out next year.

Apple's iPhone 16 series will receive Visual Intelligence, a feature exclusive to the 16 lineup, arriving with the iOS 18.2 update in December, which will allow users to long-press the Camera Control button and capture an image of their subject. Following