The latest iPhone at the greatest price — iPhone 16e is here. It’s built for Apple Intelligence and powered by A18, the latest-generation chip. It also comes with supersized battery life, a 48MP Fusion camera, and a durable design.
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As announced by Tim Cook, Apple has officially announced the iPhone 16e.
The iPhone 16e is basically the body and screen of the iPhone 14, the A18 chip from the iPhone 16 with support for Apple Intelligence, no Touch ID, one 48 MP rear camera and a 12MP front facing camera. It will also have the Action button and the new Apple C1, the first cellular modem designed by Apple. The iPhone 16e will also be using a USB-C port for data and charging.
As for the battery, Apple did not specifically mentioned the capacity but instead said that it will have Up to 26 hours video playback, up to 21 hours if video streaming and it supports fast charging with up to 50% charge in 30 minutes using a 20W adapter. Just like with the previous iPhones it will also support Qi charger for its wireless charging features.
The iPhone 16e will be only be available in Black and White colors in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage capacities, with starting price of $599.00 for the 128GB model, $699.00 for the 256GB and $899.00 for the 512GB. Pre-order will start this Friday, 21st of February and will be available on the 28th of February. You can checkout the full specs here.
It appears that a new Apple product announcement may be coming as early as February, as Apple CEO Tim Cook teased that the company welcomes “the newest member of the family” and included a date and a “hashflag” (a type of advertising on X, formerly known as Twitter). Aside from Tim Cook’s tweet, this announcement cannot be found anywhere else, not from any other Apple executive or any Apple social media accounts. It’s also worth noting that the time of the launch is not mentioned, so we can assume that the announcement will be a recorded video or, if they choose, they’ll simply release a press release.
Get ready to meet the newest member of the family.
Wednesday, February 19. #AppleLaunch pic.twitter.com/0ML0NfMedu
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) February 13, 2025
As for the product, Apple is expected to announce a redesigned iPhone SE, since the last iPhone SE was announced two years ago. It is rumored that the new iPhone SE will feature an A18 chip, a larger 6.1-inch OLED display, Face ID, a USB-C port, Apple Intelligence support, and more. Of course, we should take these rumors with a grain of salt, since the “newest member of the family” may not even be an iPhone but a product in a totally different category. I guess we just have to wait until the 19th.
More than four months after announcing Apple’s acquisition of Pixelmator, the deal appears to have been completed without any announcement, since users of the Pixelmator apps are displaying new splash screen announcing the deal.
The messages on the splash screen is a simple “We are excited to announce that Pixelmator Pro is now part of Apple,” and Pixelmator users confirmed that they are getting the similar message using app.
So both Pixelmator Pro and Photomator now officially belong to Apple. pic.twitter.com/ASNExgWBg2
— Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) February 12, 2025
Is anyone else both excited and a little bit sad about the Pixelmator/Photomator Apple acquisition? pic.twitter.com/HfYaSzEswy
— tray cook (@creatortray) February 12, 2025
Apple now owns Pixelmator fully. I hope this is a good thing, but I did love that for many years I have been using it, the company has always provided regular updates and features. Something to be said for a hungry independent company. Still could be integrated in some great… pic.twitter.com/cfvw5xQEnz
— Aaron Zollo (@zollotech) February 11, 2025
"Pixelmator Pro is now part of Apple" pic.twitter.com/MXnEFEzfUE
— Basic Apple Guy (@BasicAppleGuy) February 11, 2025
While Apple has acquired Pixelmator, they haven’t revealed plans for the app’s future. It remains a standalone product for now, and hopefully won’t suffer the same fate as Apple’s Aperture app, which was discontinued in 2015.
Apple announced plans to expand in Saudi Arabia, starting with the launch of an online store in summer 2025 and opening physical stores in 2026, including a flagship location in Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The expansion includes existing investments in the country, including the Apple Developer Academy in Riyadh, which opened in Riyadh in 2021 in partnership with the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Tuwaiq Academy, and Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University. The program has trained nearly 2,000 aspiring feamale coders, designers, and entrepreneurs. Apple hosted the country’s first coed Apple Foundation Program. A monthlong course for students from across the country to learn the fundamentals of coding and app development, with a focus on gaming. Apple plans to further expand the coed Foundation offerings, with the next cohort planned for spring 2025.
Apple has emphasizes its commitment to Saudi Arabia, highlighting investments, job creation, and the growth of the app economy, with developer earnings increasing up over 1,750 percent since 2019. Apple Pay is also gaining traction in the country, with Riyadh being the first city in the Middle East to offer Express Mode for transit payments.
You can now get your Apple Mac Mini M4 from Jarir and below are the pricelist.
M4 Processor (10-core CPU and 10-core GPU
- 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – SR2,799
- 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR3,749
- 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR4,699
M4 Pro Processor (12-core CPU and 16-core GPU)
- 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR6,699
Announced last month, the Mac Mini is one of the cheapest Macs that you can buy and the base model M4, 16GB RAM and 256GB Storage is probably the best deal for a new Mac.
Specs of Mac Mini with M4 chips;
- Dimesnion (DxWxH): 5.0 inches x 5.0 inches x 2.0 inches
- Processor: M4, M4 Pro
- 16GB unified RAM, configurable up to 64GB
- 256GB SSD, configurable up to 8TB
- Built-in speaker
- 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones
- HDMI port
- Two USB-C ports with support for USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)
- Thunderbolt 4/Thunderbolt 5 ports
- USB 4
- Gigabit Ethernet ports
- DisplayPort
- Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet Connectivity
- Weight:
- M4 – 1.5 pounds (0.67 kg)
- M4 Pro- 1.6 pounds (0.73 kg)
The new Macbook Pro is now available for Pre-order from Jarir.
14-inch
M4
- 10-Core CPU, 10-Core GPU, 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD Storage – SR7,499.00
- 10-Core CPU, 10-Core GPU, 16GB RAM and 1TBGB SSD Storage – SR8,499.00
M4 Pro
- 12-Core CPU, 16-Core GPU, 24GB RAM and 512GB SSD Storage – SR9,499.00
- 14-Core CPU, 20-Core GPU, 24GB RAM and 1TB SSD Storage – SR11,399.00
16-inch
M4 Pro
- 14-Core CPU, 20-Core GPU, 24GB RAM and 512GB SSD Storage – SR11,499.00
- 14-Core CPU, 20-Core GPU, 48GB RAM and 512GB SSD Storage – SR13,399.00
Pre-order period will be Oct. 30th until Nov. 8th. Shipping and collection is expected to start between November 8th to November 16th, 2024.
Together with the new iMac and Mac mini, Apple has updated the Macbook Pro with the new M4 family of chips. Apple appears to be just refreshing the processor and camera then keeping the same specs.
“MacBook Pro is an incredibly powerful tool that millions of people use to do their life’s best work, and today we’re making it even better,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. “With the powerful M4 family of chips, and packed with pro features like Thunderbolt 5, an advanced 12MP Center Stage camera, an all-new nano-texture display option, and Apple Intelligence, the new MacBook Pro continues to be, by far, the world’s best pro laptop.”
Here are the key specs of the new 14-inches Macbook Pro;
- 14.2-inch/16.2-inch (diagonal) Liquid Retina XDR display
- Processor: M4 (10-core CPU and 10-core GPU), M4 Pro and M4 Max (up to 6-core CPu and up to 40-core GPU)
- Apple Intelligence
- 12MP Center Stage camera with faceTime video
- Up to 32GB RAM (M4 model)
- Up to 128GB RAM (M4 Pro and M4 Max)
- Up to 2TB storage (M4)
- up to 8TB storage (M4 Pro and M4 Max)
- Touch ID
- High-fidelity six-speaker sound system
- Studio-quality three-mic array
- Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
- Ports: 3.5 mm headphone jack, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, 3x Thunderbolt 4 (M4 model)/3x Thunderbolt 5 (M4 Pro and M4 Max)
- Integrated 72.4-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery with up to 24 hrs of battery life
- Colors: Space Black and Silver
Pre-order is now available and the new Macbook will be Apple Store locations and Apple Authorized Resellers, beginning Friday, November 8. Price starts at $1,599 for the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4, 14‑inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro starts at $1,999 and 16‑inch MacBook Pro starts at $2,499.
he new iMac is now available for pre-order in Jarir.
Below are the pricing;
Pre-order period will be from October 30th until November 8th, 2024 (or while supply last). Shipping and collection will then start between November 8th at 4:00 PM to November 16th, 2024. Unfortunately, the new iMac from Jarir is not configurable.
Apple officially announced the new iMac with the new M4 chip last Monday, Oct. 28th.
Here are the key specs of the new iMac;
- 24-inches 4.5K Retina display (4480 X 2520) , an optional nano-texture display
- M4 chip (8-core CPU/8-Core GPU, 10-Core CPU /10-Core GPU)
- macOS Sequoia
- Apple Intelligence
- 12MP Center Stage web camera
- up to 32 GB of RAM
- up to 2 TB of storage
- High-fidelity Six-speaker System, Support for Spatial Audio
- up to 4X Thunderbolt 4
- Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
- Colors: Blue, Purple, Pink, Orange, Yellow, Green and Silver.
- Dimension (WxHxD): 54.70 cm x 46.10cm x 14.70cm
Here are the pricing of the new Mac mini in the Philippines.
M4 Processor
- 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – ₱36,990.00
- 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – ₱48,990.00
- 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – ₱60,990.00
M4 Pro Processor
Optional Upgrade
- 24GB RAM – ₱12,000.00
- 32GB RAM – ₱24,000.00
- 512GB SSD storage – ₱12,000.00
- 1TB SSD storage – ₱24,000.00
- 2TB SSD storage – ₱48,000.00
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet – ₱6,000.00
- Final Cut Pro – ₱14,990.00
- Logic Pro – ₱9,990.00
Optional Upgrade for Mac mini with M4 Pro chip
- Apple M4 Pro chip with 14‑core CPU, 20‑core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine – ₱12,000.00
- 48GB RAM – ₱24,000.00
- 64GB RAM – ₱36,000.00
- 1TB SSD storage – ₱12,000.00
- 2TB SSD storage – ₱36,000.00
- 4TB SSD storage – ₱72,000.00
- 8TB SSD storage – ₱144,000.00
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet – ₱6,000.00
- Final Cut Pro – ₱14,990.00
- Logic Pro – ₱9,990.00
Joining the new iMac, Apple also announce a new and powerful Mac mini.
Spec-wise, the Mac mini is one of the most powerful pc in the market. Powered by the Apple’s new M4 and M4 Pro chip. Out of the box, the Mac mini will have 16GB of RAM and 256Gb for storage, if you need more ram and storage, you can max-out your Mac mini to up to 8TB of storage and up to 64GB of RAM.
It can support up to 3 displays for M4 Pro version and 2 displays for the M4 version, it will have a Two USB-C ports and a 3.5 mm headphone jack on the front, and an ethernet port, 3 Thunderbolt 4 (Thunderbolt 5 for the M4 Pro model) and an HDMI at the back.
The new Mac mini supports Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and bluetooth 5.3. Just like with the new iMac, the Apple Intelligence will also be available in the new Mac mini.
Price for the new Mac mini starts at $599 for the M4 version with 16GB RAM and 256 storage, it’s now available for pre-order and will be available on November 8.
iOS 18 is now available, bringing iPhone users around the world new ways to personalize their iPhone with deeper customization to the Home Screen and Control Center; the biggest-ever redesign to Photos, making it even easier to find and relive special moments; and major enhancements to Messages and Mail. Starting next month, iOS 18 will introduce Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system that combines the power of generative models with personal context to deliver intelligence that is incredibly useful and relevant while protecting users’ privacy and security.
iOS 18 is a free software update for iPhone Xs and later.
The feature that I’ve been looking forward to is the HOME Screen Customization and as for Apple Intelligence features, it looks like we need to wait until next month.
If you do not have the AUTOMATIC UPDATES enabled, you can manually update to iOS 18 by going to SETTINGS > GENERAL > SOFTWARE UPDATES.
Charles Martin, writing for Apple Insider;
Apple is significantly increasing prices for out-of-warranty battery replacements, this time for the iPhone 16 Pro models.
The new cost of an out-of-warranty battery replacement for the two larger models of the latest iPhone is $119, up from the $99 cost for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. The cost remains $99 for the regular iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus.Apple last increased the cost of out-of-warranty battery replacement with the iPhone 14 models in 2022. Prices went up from $69 to $99.
Iphone 15 and 16 owners will more or less just shrug this aside, since they have at least have 1 years of limited warranty and 2 years of technical support and hardware coverage if purchase AppleCare+ with their purchase. By the time the batteries of the iPhone 15 and 16 need to be replaced, Apple may have already increased the prices.
The iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max is now available for pre-order in Saudi and below are the pricing.
iPhone 16;
- 128GB – SAR 3,799.00
- 256GB – SAR 4,299.00
- 512GB – SAR 5,299.00
iPhone 16 Plus;
- 128GB – SAR 4,199.00
- 256GB – SAR 4,699.00
- 512GB – SAR 5,699.00
iPhone 16 Pro;
- 128GB – SAR 4,699.00
- 256GB – SAR 5,199.00
- 512GB – SAR 6,199.00
- 1TB – SAR 7,199.00
iPhone 16 Pro Max;
- 256GB – SAR 5,699.00
- 512GB – SAR 6,699.00
- 1TB – SAR 7,699.00
The new iPhones are available for pre-order in any of the local retailer and leading telecom in the Kingdom.
To know more about the new iPhones, you can checkout the links below.
Apple today unveiled Apple Watch Series 10, featuring a refined design and bringing new capabilities to the world’s most popular watch that make it even more powerful, intelligent, and sophisticated. Apple Watch Series 10 is the thinnest Apple Watch yet — making it more comfortable than ever — and offers the biggest, most advanced display of any Apple Watch. It also features new sleep apnea notifications; faster charging; water depth and temperature sensing; plus new health and fitness insights and intelligence in watchOS 11.
Apple Watch Series 10 is available in both aluminum and titanium, in an array of stunning colors and finishes. Jet black is a new polished aluminum finish that is distinctively reflective and sleek, while new titanium cases — available in natural, gold, and slate — have a spectacular jewelry-like shine.
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Apple today introduced Apple Watch Ultra 2 in a striking new black titanium finish, enhanced with features in watchOS 11 that make the most rugged and capable Apple Watch even better.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 is an ideal partner for athletes and adventurers of all kinds, featuring the most accurate GPS in a sports watch,1 the brightest display of any Apple product, and up to 36 hours of battery life with regular use or up to 72 hours in Low Power Mode. watchOS 11 brings powerful new features to the best sports watch, with breakthrough insights from training load and the Vitals app; sleep apnea notifications; the Tides app; new customization options for the Action button; and more. A new Titanium Milanese Loop band for Apple Watch Ultra is designed for water activities while offering lightweight comfort and elegance for any occasion. An all-new Apple Watch Hermès Ultra 2 combines the durability and features of Apple Watch Ultra 2 with a nautically inspired watch band and an exclusive Hermès watch face.
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All of the new Apple Watch lineup can be pre-ordered today, with availability beginning Friday, September 20.
Price for the Apple Watch Series 10 starts at $399.00 for the 42 mm and $429.00 for the larger 46 mm. On the other hand, price for the Watch Ultra 2 will start at $799 for the 49mm Black Titanium Case Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + Cellular).
Pricing
- AirPods Max – SAR 2,399.00
- AirPods 4 – SAR 599.00
- AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation – SAR 829.00
AirPods 4 and AirPods Max is now available for pre-order starting today and will be available in stores beginning Friday, September 20th.
Apple;
Apple today announced a groundbreaking new lineup of AirPods models and features. The new AirPods 4 are the most advanced and comfortable headphones Apple has ever created with an open-ear design, and today, customers can choose between two distinct models: AirPods 4 and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). AirPods Max now come in midnight, starlight, blue, purple, and orange, and offer USB-C charging for more convenience. This fall, AirPods Pro 2 will introduce the world’s first end-to-end hearing health experience, delivering active Hearing Protection, a scientifically validated Hearing Test, and a clinical-grade Hearing Aid feature.
AirPods 4 and AirPods Max will be available to pre-order starting today, with availability in stores beginning Friday, September 20. New hearing health features will be available this fall for AirPods Pro 2 users in more than 100 countries and regions.
Pricing
- AirPods Pro 2 – $249 (USD)
- AirPods Max – $549 (USD)
- AirPods 4 – $129 (USD)
- AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation – $179 (USD)
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All 4 iPhones will be will available for pre-order this Friday, September 13, with availability beginning Friday, September 20.
iPhone 16;
- 128GB – AED 3,399.00
- 256GB – AED 3,799.00
- 512GB – AED 4,649.00
iPhone 16 Plus;
- 128GB – AED 3,799.00
- 256GB – AED 4,199.00
- 512GB – AED 5,049.00
iPhone 16 Pro;
- 128GB – AED 4,299.00
- 256GB – AED 4,699.00
- 512GB – AED 5,549.00
- 1TB – AED 63,99.00
iPhone 16 Pro Max;
- 256GB – AED 5,099.00
- 512GB – AED 5,949.00
- 1TB – AED 6,799.00
If you missed the Apple Iphone 16 Event last night, then you can rewatch the event from the embedded video below.
Watch the special Apple Event to learn about the next generation of iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, and so much more.
Audio Descriptions: https://apple.co/3MF5xtw
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:32 Apple Watch Series 10
00:20:20 Apple Watch Ultra 2
00:25:54 AirPods
00:39:55 iPhone 16
01:11:42 iPhone 16 Pro
Apple;
Apple today introduced iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, featuring Apple Intelligence, larger display sizes, new creative capabilities with innovative pro camera features, stunning graphics for immersive gaming, and more — all powered by the A18 Pro chip. With Apple Intelligence, powerful Apple-built generative models come to iPhone in the easy-to-use personal intelligence system that understands personal context to deliver intelligence that is helpful and relevant while protecting user privacy. Camera Control unlocks a fast, intuitive way to tap into visual intelligence and easily interact with the advanced camera system. Featuring a new 48MP Fusion camera with a faster quad-pixel sensor that enables 4K120 fps video recording in Dolby Vision, these new Pro models achieve the highest resolution and frame-rate combination ever available on iPhone. Additional advancements include a new 48MP Ultra Wide camera for higher-resolution photography, including macro; a 5x Telephoto camera on both Pro models; and studio-quality mics to record more true-to-life audio. The durable titanium design is strong yet lightweight, with larger display sizes, the thinnest borders on any Apple product, and a huge leap in battery life — with iPhone 16 Pro Max offering the best battery life on iPhone ever.
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be available in four stunning finishes: black titanium, natural titanium, white titanium, and desert titanium. Pre-orders begin Friday, September 13, with availability beginning Friday, September 20.
Here are the pricing below;
iPhone 16 Pro;
- 128GB – $999.00
- 256GB – $1,099.00
- 512GB – $1299.00
- 1TB – $1499.00
iPhone 16 Pro Max;
- 256GB – $1199.00
- 512GB – $1399.00
- 1TB – $1599.00
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Apple;
Apple today announced iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, built for Apple Intelligence, the easy-to-use personal intelligence system that understands personal context to deliver intelligence that is helpful and relevant while protecting user privacy. The iPhone 16 lineup also introduces Camera Control, which brings new ways to capture memories, and will help users quickly access visual intelligence to learn about objects or places around them faster than ever before. The powerful camera system features a 48MP Fusion camera with a 2x Telephoto option, giving users two cameras in one, while a new Ultra Wide camera enables macro photography. Next-generation Photographic Styles help users personalize their images, and spatial photo and video capture allows users to relive life’s precious memories with remarkable depth on Apple Vision Pro. The new A18 chip delivers a huge leap in performance and efficiency, enabling demanding AAA games, as well as a big boost in battery life.
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will be available in five bold colors: black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine. Pre-orders begin Friday, September 13, with availability beginning Friday, September 20. Price of the iPhone 16 starts at $799 (USD), and iPhone 16 Plus starts at $899 (USD).
You can checkout the full pricing below;
iPhone 16;
- 128GB – $799.00
- 256GB – $899.00
- 512GB – $1099.00
iPhone 16 Plus;
- 128GB – $899.00
- 256GB – $999.00
- 512GB – $1999.00
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You can watch Apple’s September 9 Event in any of the following:
Apple has announce their iPhone 16 Event this 9th of September at at 8 p.m. Riyadh Time. The company is expected to announce the next generation of iPhone 16 as well as provide more information on the Apple Intelligence as well as Apple Silicon, Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4.
The event will be held at the Apple Park and you can watch the live stream of the event from Apple’s website, the Apple TV app and Apple’s official YouTube channel. You can also come back here and watch the live stream from the embedded video below.
You can now listen to an Apple Podcast on the web. Apple just launch Apple Podcast on the web, this allows podcast listners to stream full Apple podcast using any modern web browser, using any device, in more than 170 countries.
Apple Podcasts on the web offers a full streaming experience for listeners with its dedicated interface that includes personalization, recommendations, and notifications.
Listeners can sign in with their Apple Account to access their Library, Up Next queue, and subscriptions. The responsive design ensures a consistent experience across all devices. Sharing shows and episodes is easier than ever, and playback will appear as a download in your hosting provider’s dashboard.
Apple Podcasts is not the only web-based podcast players, since music streaming giants YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and Spotify have been offering web version of their service for a long time, as well as start-ups and indie podcasts players.
The introduction of Apple Podcasts on the web could be Apple’s way of growing its userbase and offering its service to other platforms like Android, Linux or any device with a browser.
Users can go to https://podcasts.apple.com, to start listening.
Opera has unveil the iOS version of their browser – the Opera One. The company said that the Opera One browser will have the same features as its desktop browser like the redesigned interface optimized for one-handed use with a bottom search bar that can be activated by swiping down.
Opera One includes a revamped search experience with QuickType suggestions, a new “Carousel” for news, scores, and product information, AI image generation capabilities, and various general improvements. The AI features will be powered by the company’s Aria AI, a free, unlimited built-in browser AI that features image generation, text to speech, image recognition and more. The new iOS browser will also feature free VPN, Ad blocker, and Flow file sharing.
Opera One on iOS is here!
Here’s what’s new:
👉 Refreshed Look and Feel with a new UI & UX
👉 Dynamic Bottom Search Bar
👉 Startpage Carousel
👉 Powerful AI Features pic.twitter.com/t75rXUoZxi— Opera (@opera) August 13, 2024
You can download the new Opera One here and it will be compatible with iOS devices running iOS 14.0 or later, iPadOS 14.0 or later and visionOS 1.0.
Apple Maps is now available on the web. Users can access Maps using their web browser to get directions, find places, order food, and explore cities. The service is currently in beta and available in English on Safari, Chrome, and Edge.
Apple also said that developers using MapKit JS, can link out to Maps on the web, so their users can get driving directions, see detailed place information, and more. Support for additional languages, browsers, and platforms will be expanded in the future.
Apple’s highly anticipated spatial computing headset, the Vision Pro, has finally arrived in key Asian markets. After launching in the US back in February, the device is now available for purchase in Apple Stores across China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore.
The Vision Pro promises a seamless blend of the digital and physical worlds, offering users a variety of transformative experiences. From work and collaboration to entertainment and reliving memories, the headset boasts a wide range of capabilities. Apple is heavily emphasizing the guided in-store demo experience, allowing potential customers to explore the full potential of spatial computing.
This launch comes amidst reports of slowing sales in the US, where the $3,499 price tag may have deterred some consumers. By entering these new markets, Apple is targeting regions with a strong tech presence and potentially more receptive audiences.
Checking the Apple Online Store in Singapore, the new Apple Vision Pro retails for S$5,299 (around Php 228,171.46) and its limited to just two units per customer.
Source: Apple
Now that the WWC is in the books and with the announcement of the iOS 18, you may be wondering if your iPhone can run the upcoming iOS 18 when it comes out later this year. Well, if you are using the 2nd gen iPhone SE or the later version, then you can rest easy since your device can update to iOS 18 when it becomes available.
Below are the list of iPhones that’s supported by the new iOS 18.
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)
Not all features of the new iOS will be supported by older devices.
- Messages via satellite will be available in iOS 18 along with Apple’s existing satellite features in the U.S. on iPhone 14 and later.
- Apple Intelligence will be available in beta on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Features are subject to change. Some features are not available in all regions, all languages, or on all devices.
If you want to try out the new iOS 18, you can download the developer beta version at developer.apple.com or wait for the public beta this fall.
Source: Apple
After 7 months of waiting, Apple has finally launch the Apple Vision Pro, at least in the US, which will be available on Friday, February 2nd, pre-orders for the device will begin Friday, January 19th. The Apple Vision Pro is priced at $3,499 and is Apple’s first new major product category since the Apple Watch in 2015.
The Apple Vision Pro is a compact pair of glasses that lets you navigate, interact, and enjoy content in a spatial way. It features a custom micro-OLED display, a 3D camera, Spatial Audio, and a dual-chip (M2 and new R1 chip) system with advanced technology and design. The device is designed to blend digital content with the physical world, using visionOS, the world’s first spatial operating system. It offers an infinite canvas that transforms how you use the apps you love, allowing you to arrange apps anywhere and scale them to the perfect size, making the workspace of your dreams a reality. You can browse the web in Safari, create a to-do list in Notes, chat in Messages, and seamlessly move between them with a glance. The device also has augmented reality capabilities, but can also switch to virtual reality seamlessly by using the dial on the headset.
The Apple Vision Pro is Apple’s first 3D camera. You can capture magical spatial photos and spatial videos in 3D, then relive those cherished moments like never before with immersive Spatial Audio. Your existing library of photos and videos looks incredible at remarkable scale. And panoramas wrap around you — making you feel like you’re standing right where you took them. You can also take spatial videos with iPhone 15 Pro, then view them on Apple Vision Pro.
Apple Vision Pro will be available starting at $3,499 (U.S.) with 256GB of storage. Pre-orders for Apple Vision Pro will begin on Friday, January 19, at 5 a.m. PST, with availability beginning Friday, February 2.
Apple Vision Pro will be available at all U.S. Apple Store locations and the U.S. Apple Store online.
ZEISS Optical Inserts — Readers will be available for $99 (U.S.), and ZEISS Optical Inserts — Prescription will be available for $149 (U.S.).
Apple Vision Pro comes with a Solo Knit Band and Dual Loop Band — giving users two options for the fit that works best for them. Apple Vision Pro also includes a Light Seal, two Light Seal Cushions, an Apple Vision Pro Cover for the front of the device, Polishing Cloth, Battery, USB-C Charge Cable, and USB-C Power Adapter.
Apple release the top apps and games on the App Store with Temu as the Top Free iPhone Apps for 2023
Apple just published the top downloaded apps and games on the App Store this year. In their announcement, Apple even emphasis that “App Store is the world’s safest and most vibrant app marketplace.”
Below are the top apps and games on the App Store this year in the United States;
Top Free iPhone Apps
- Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire
- CapCut – Video Editor
- Max: Stream HBO, TV, & Movies
- Threads, an Instagram app
- TikTok
- YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
- WhatsApp Messenger
- Gmail – Email by Google
Top Paid iPhone Apps
- Shadowrocket
- HotSchedules
- Procreate Pocket
- The Wonder Weeks
- 75 Hard
- AutoSleep Track Sleep on Watch
- Goblin Tools
- TonalEnergy Tuner & Metronome
- SkyView
- AnkiMobile Flashcards
Top Free iPhone Games
- MONOPOLY GO!
- Roblox
- Royal Match
- Subway Surfers
- Gardenscapes
- Call of Duty: Mobile
- Block Blast!
- Makeover Studio: Makeup Games
- Parking Jam 3D
- Survivor!.io
Top Paid iPhone Games
- Minecraft
- Heads Up!
- Geometry Dash
- Bloons TD 6
- MONOPOLY
- Papa’s Freezeria To Go!
- Plague Inc.
- Red’s First Flight
- Five Nights at Freddy’s
- Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Top Free iPad Apps
- Max: Stream HBO, TV, & Movies
- YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
- Netflix
- Google Chrome
- Disney+
- Goodnotes 6
- TikTok
- Amazon Prime Video
- Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire
- Peacock TV: Stream TV & Movies
Top Paid iPad Apps
- Procreate
- Shadowrocket
- Nomad Sculpt
- forScore
- Toca Life: Hospital
- Bluebeam Revu for iPad
- Teach Your Monster to Read
- AnkiMobile Flashcards
- Endless Paper
- ToonSquid
Top Free iPad Games
- Roblox
- Magic Tiles 3: Piano Game
- Subway Surfers
- Royal Match
- Among Us!
- Duet Cats: Cute Cat Games
- Stumble Guys
- MONOPOLY GO!
- Bridge Race
- Gardenscapes
Top Paid iPad Games
- Minecraft
- Geometry Dash
- Bloons TD 6
- Stardew Valley
- MONOPOLY
- Five Nights at Freddy’s
- Red’s First Flight
- Poppy Playtime Chapter 1
- Plague Inc.
- Garten of Banban 2
Top Apple Arcade Games
- NBA 2K23 Arcade Edition
- Cooking Mama: Cuisine!
- Bloons TD 6+
- Angry Birds Reloaded
- Sneaky Sasquatch
- Warped Kart Racers
- Hello Kitty Island Adventure
- Snake.io+
- Fruit Ninja Classic+
- Solitaire by MobilityWare+