iPhone 16 lineup poised for battery boost

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Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 series is set to deliver longer battery life, thanks to a significant battery upgrade. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the tech giant is increasing battery energy density while ensuring safety by enclosing the cells in a stainless steel casing. The increased battery density—expected to be around 5-10%—will primarily benefit the iPhone 16 Pro Max.  

This design change not only enhances battery life but also simplifies replacement, aligning with the EU's upcoming repair regulations. With the EU's mandate for user-replaceable smartphone batteries looming in 2025, the industry is undergoing a transformation. Apple's rumoured move to a stainless steel battery case is a proactive step towards meeting these regulations while enhancing user experience.

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Apple supposedly shifts focus to affordable Vision Pro follow-up

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Apple appears to be prioritizing a more affordable mixed reality (MR) headset over the next-generation Vision Pro, according to a new report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

Gurman's Power On newsletter details Apple's plans for the "N107," a prototype for a lower-cost headset. This model would reportedly have a narrower field of view than the Vision Pro and might rely on a tethered iPhone or Mac for processing power. This approach would significantly reduce production costs compared to the standalone Vision Pro.

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Apple's iPhone 16 Pro poised to break bezel barrier

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Leaked details suggest Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 Pro series, launching this September, will boast the thinnest bezels ever seen on a smartphone. With the Pro model measuring in at a mere 1.2mm and the Pro Max even slimmer at 1.15mm (compared to the iPhone 15 Pro's 1.71mm), these phones will push the boundaries of display real estate.

This significant reduction surpasses not only the current iPhone lineup but also competitors like the Galaxy S24 series. It's a major step towards the long-desired bezel-less phone design.

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Apple's AI push reportedly starts with the iPad Pro

Apple’s Johny Srouji introduces new Mac chips (Photo: Brooks Kraft/Apple)

Apple is accelerating its chip development, with the next-generation M4 set to debut this year in iMacs, MacBook Pros, and Mac minis. The M4 boasts a significantly upgraded Neural Engine, paving the way for powerful new AI features. But there's more: there's a strong possibility the upcoming iPad Pro will also sport the M4, making it Apple's first truly AI-powered device. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman talks about the possibility in the newest edition of his Power On newsletter.

This strategic move aligns with the booming AI trend in tech. By supposedly unveiling the iPad Pro before its June Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple can showcase its AI chip strategy without overshadowing other announcements. 

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