Ivv avatar@Ivv9diOS 27: New features, release date, and more This 9to5Mac article discusses early rumors about iOS 27, highlighting its focus on stability improvements, new Apple Intelligence features, and optimizations for Apple’s first foldable iPhone. The update is expected to be announced at WWDC in June and released to the public in September. Key features rumored for iOS 27 include a revamped Calendar app, new Siri features powered by Gemini models, and an AI-powered web search platform. The article also mentions potential optimizations for the foldable iPhone and improvements to the Health app.
Ivv avatar@Ivv9diPhone 18 leaks, Siri’s Gemini tidbits, more This week's Rumor Replay from 9to5Mac covers iPhone 18 display leaks, Siri's Gemini integration, and potential upgrades for the iPhone Air 2. The iPhone 18 lineup is expected to retain the same screen sizes as previous models, with a new display cutout for the Pro models. Siri's new Gemini-based features will offer more conversational responses and are set to launch in phases, with some features arriving in the spring and others in the fall. The iPhone Air 2 may benefit from CoE technology, potentially allowing for a larger battery.
Ivv avatar@Ivv9dLiquid Glass Could Be One of Apple's Most Divisive System Designs Yet Apple's new Liquid Glass design, introduced across its platforms, has sparked controversy due to its complex, visually distracting interface that often hinders content legibility. While some praise its dynamic animations, many criticize it for failing to deliver the promised focus and usability improvements. Apple's decision to implement this design, despite its flaws, raises questions about its motives, whether for marketing or future hardware compatibility.
Ivv avatar@Ivv9diOS 26 tweaks iPhone Always On Display in a way you might not likeThis article from 9to5Mac discusses how iOS 26 changes the Always On Display feature on the iPhone by blurring the Lock Screen wallpaper by default, which may not be preferred by some users. However, a toggle is available to revert to the original behavior of dimming the wallpaper. The article also briefly covers the history of the Always On Display feature and its customizable settings.
