Monthly Archives: August 2024

20 main features of Apple Intelligence that will forever change the iPhone 11 The option removes unnecessary objects, people, or artifacts from photos. It works very well and quickly for the first test version of the product. Nikita has already figured out the Clean Up option on the iPhone, and I will tell you how things are on the Mac.

Which Macs support Apple Intelligence and Clean Up

► MacBook Air M1 2020 and newer;

► MacBook Pro M1 2020 and newer;

► Mac mini M1 2020 and newer;

► iMac M1 2021 and newer;

► Mac Studio all models;

► Mac Pro M2 Ultra 2023.

You need to install the latest beta version of macOS 15.1 beta 3 for developers. Here’s our guide.

How to enable Clean Up in macOS Sequoia

1. After successfully updating to the latest beta version of macOS 15.1, go to System Settings.
2. The procedure for enabling Apple Intelligence has become simpler. You no longer need to change the region, and you don’t need to enable Siri.

Just change the system language to English and restart your Mac.

3. After restarting, go back to System Settings, open the Apple Intelligence & Siri section, and click the Join Apple Intelligence Waitlist button.

If you had already enabled AI earlier, everything will work automatically.

4. To use the new Clean Up option, you need to move your photos to the default Photos app. This can be done by simply dragging them.

5. Click Clean Up on the top toolbar. The AI will automatically suggest objects in the photo that can be removed.

6. Open the desired photo for viewing and click Edit in the upper right corner.

7. Sequentially click on objects to remove them or use the cursor to circle the unwanted elements in the photo. Its size can be adjusted using the slider on the right.

Done! You can save the photo or tweak other parameters in the built-in editor.

Apple is negotiating an investment with OpenAI. This is part of a new fundraising round, during which OpenAI will be valued at more than $100 billion.

The exact amount Apple wants to invest is unknown. In addition to Apple, the venture firm Thrive Capital and Microsoft also want to invest in OpenAI. The total investment is estimated to be several billion dollars.

[WSJ]

Apple has laid off 100 people, most of whom worked in the Apple Books and News divisions, Bloomberg reports.

Although this is a small layoff by the standards of other IT companies, it is notable because Tim Cook had stated that layoffs are a last resort for the company.

According to the report, Apple Books will be a less prioritized direction for the company in the future. The service is not seen as a means of revenue growth.

Apple News currently generates much more money thanks to its News+ subscription to well-known magazines.

This is already the fourth known round of layoffs at Apple in 2024. Previously, the company shut down its electric vehicle project, halted the development of microLED screens, and cut jobs in the AI sector as part of a reorganization. [Bloomberg]”

Apple has announced the date for its fall presentation. It will take place on September 9.

The event’s slogan is ‘It’s glowtime.’ It seems likely that it will be related to Apple Intelligence (AI) and its capabilities in the new iPhones and other devices.

The event will be held offline at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park. The start time is 10:00 a.m. PT. There will be an online broadcast.

We’re eagerly anticipating it. We’ll be following the developments closely

For the first time in 8 years, Apple will increase the amount of RAM in base Mac models, according to Bloomberg.

The Mac M4 models tested within Apple have either 16 GB or 32 GB of RAM. It is likely that 16 GB will become the new minimum amount of RAM in Macs.

At the same time, 32 GB will be the new maximum for the M4 chip. Currently, the maximum amount of RAM available in Macs with the M3 chip is 24 GB.

The MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and iMac are expected to be the first to receive the M4 processor at the end of 2024. The MacBook Air and Mac Studio with the M4 chip will be released in 2025. [9toMac]

A new firmware update for AirPods Pro 2 with support for new iOS 18 features has been released

Apple has released a new beta version of the firmware for AirPods Pro 2 with build number 7A5290a.

This firmware includes new features that Apple announced in iOS 18.

Among them is the ability to control Siri and calls by nodding or shaking your head. For example, if you receive a phone call, you can shake your head to decline it or nod to accept the call.

There’s also a new Voice Isolation feature, which reduces the volume of background noises during a conversation. Additionally, the Personalized Spatial Audio feature allows you to play games with spatial sound.

Currently, the firmware is available only to developers. The official release will take place after the launch of iOS 18 in September 2024.” [MacRumors]

Nintendo has announced that the official Pokémon TCG Pocket app will be released in late October for iOS. The app allows users to collect digital cards, build decks, and battle with friends.

The new app is free to download and is already available for pre-order in the App Store.

When the app is released, you’ll be able to collect Pokémon digital cards directly within it. Each day you open the app, you’ll receive two free packs. It’s expected that more cards will be available for purchase through in-app purchases.

In addition to card collecting, the app allows you to play Pokémon TCG. You can build your own decks, battle with friends, or play solo. [9to5]

Mark Gurman reported that Apple is finalizing the beta versions of iOS 18. However, his statement is somewhat ambiguous.

I was told that the current iOS 18 is final, except for features related to new hardware.

— Mark Gurman

Based on his words, there are two possible interpretations of this message:

• There will be no more iOS 18 beta versions until the iPhone 16 release.
• There will be no new features in iOS 18 until the iPhone 16 release.

9to5Mac suggests that since the final beta has been released, the presentation of the new iPhones might take place not on September 10th, but on September 4th. If this is the case, the current seventh beta is the final one—often, the final beta version is released 1-2 weeks before Apple’s presentation. [9to5]

Apple has re-released iOS 17.6.1 for all supported devices.

The build number is now 21G101 (previously it was 21G93).

In this update, the company fixed a bug that was preventing the normal activation or deactivation of the Advanced Data Protection feature. Although not many users were affected, Apple still decided to fix the bug.

The software size is around 100 MB. You can download iOS 17.6.1 over-the-air right now.

Enjoy the easy update!

P.S. If you already have the previous iOS 17.6.1 build installed, you won’t be able to download the new one over-the-air. You’ll need to install it manually through a computer.

Apple has released watchOS 10.6.1 and tvOS 17.6.1 for all users.

In watchOS 10.6.1, a bug that could have prevented access to the Apple Fitness+ service was fixed.

The company has not yet announced any changes in tvOS 17.6.1. Typically, tvOS updates are minor, focusing on bug fixes.

Both firmware updates are now available for download.