These iPhones and iPads are getting iOS 18 (iPhone News #9)

A list of iPhones and iPads that will receive support for iOS 18 this fall has emerged. Can your device last another year? Check it out in this week's top Apple and iPhone news!

iOS 18 and iPadOS 18: iPhones and iPads will receive the update

According to rumors, many new features will be coming to iPhone and iPad this year, with iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 being huge updates. Apple is catching up in the AI ​​space and we will see that again. With the update, Apple is introducing several AI functions: Siri becomes much smarter, and Messages, Photos, and Apple Music are receiving useful AI improvements.

But for this, your device must have support for the latest update. These iPhones and iPads are getting major software updates this year!

→ Check the list

“iPhone 16 Pro will have a quad-prism telephoto lens and more zoom”

According to TrendForce, Apple is planning to bring the quad camera from the iPhone 15 Pro Max to the iPhone 16 Pro (and iPhone 16 Pro Max). The usually reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has also said this before.

We already know that such a quad-prism camera has a lot of advantages thanks to the current iPhone 15 Pro Max. We'll talk with you about why this camera is so great. But there is more news.

→ This is coming to the iPhone 16 Pro

WhatsApp Addict: You have sent this number of messages in total

WhatsApp has become an indispensable part of every iPhone, with countless messages being sent back and forth every day. But do you use WhatsApp a lot? Or do you think it's not so bad? Then check how many messages you have already sent during all those years of using WhatsApp.

→ That's how addicted you are

Apple is working on a smart ring, glasses and AirPods with a camera: we know it

In 2023, Apple introduced a truly new product for the first time in years with the Vision Pro. According to rumours, we can expect more new devices, as Apple is working on some cool accessories.

For example, the company plans to launch a smart ring on the market, something Samsung also hinted at recently. In addition, smart glasses are being tested, and they are much less advanced than the Vision Pro.

→ We already know this

HomePod with display is coming (but we still have to wait)

It was already clear that Apple was working on a new HomePod, which would be equipped with a display for the first time. The updated version of the speaker should ensure that the HomePod becomes the center of your (smart) home.

You can then watch videos on YouTube or listen to music on Apple Music via the HomePod screen, as well as control all your smart devices. Apple is now conducting tests for this, but the release will likely take some time.

→ It will take this long

You can watch Formula 1 for cheap here

The new Formula 1 season has begun March 2 It starts with the Bahrain Grand Prix. We used to have Sunday as race day, but please note: the first race will take place on the same day Saturday. Make sure you're ready to start in your race clothes with snacks at 4pm.

Unfortunately, Formula 1 is not free to watch, but you must subscribe to one of the services they offer. We've listed below the most cost-effective place to do this.

→ This is the best deal for Formula 1

“Apple Vision Pro coming to more countries before June”

The usually reliable Apple expert Ming-Chi Kuo says that the Vision Pro will soon be coming to more countries. According to him, Apple will introduce the Apple Vision Pro in more countries before WWDC in June.

Unfortunately, Ko did not mention what these countries were. We're guessing whether the Netherlands and Belgium are already among these countries.

→ Should you start saving yet?

The Apple Watch is getting new straps: these are the colors

Apple often introduces new bands for the Apple Watch in the spring, and this year may be no different. According to rumors, new spring colors will be added, which means that the straps will soon be available in lighter colors.

The new shades appeared in a beta version of iOS 17.4. The update found color codes that are not yet available on Apple Watch dials.

→ These are the new colors

Buying an iPhone 12 in 2024: Is it still wise?

The iPhone 12 will be four years old this year. We wondered: Is it still wise to buy an iPhone 12 in 2024? The short answer is yes.' The long answer is a bit more complicated, but in this article we'll explain it all.

→ Is the iPhone 12 still worth it?

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