It’s been a very eventful week for Apple Inc. AAPL, with potential new iPhone 17 Air Display technology, unannounced M4 MacBook Pro leaks, plans for a health-focused smart ring, and new iOS 18 updates. Surprising facts about its functions and relationships with law enforcement agencies have been revealed. Let’s take a closer look at these stories.
The potential of Apple’s new display technology
Taiwan-based Novatek has announced plans to mass produce OLED displays using touch and display driver integration (TDDI) technology by the second quarter of 2025. The technology could have a major impact on future iPhone designs, and Apple could be the first customer.
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Leaked M4 MacBook Pro
A Russian YouTuber has reportedly tested the unreleased M4 MacBook Pro, which is scheduled to be released in November. The video suggests that the M4 MacBook Pro comes with 512GB of storage and 16GB of RAM.
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Apple’s health-centric vision
Analysts at CCS Insight predict that Apple could launch a health-focused smart ring by 2026. Similar to smartwatches, smart rings will be equipped with sensors that monitor health metrics such as heart rate.
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New features in iOS 18
With the latest iOS 18 update, Apple finally introduced T9 dialing functionality to the iPhone. This feature, which Android users have enjoyed for years, promises to change the way iPhone owners interact with their device’s Phone app.
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Apple’s relationship with law enforcement
In a startling revelation, Apple is reportedly secretly helping law enforcement use its products for surveillance purposes. This challenges common notions about Apple’s tense relationship with law enforcement.
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