Apple is rumored to redesign the iPhone in time for its 20th anniversary, and it should have a curved appearance made mostly from glass.
Apple could release a “mostly glass, curved iPhone” in 2027. What the heck does that even mean?
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Christian joined iDownloadBlog.com in March 2011 and brought with him his 20+ years of journalism experience. He specializes in Apple news, tips, and reviews, bringing years of expertise in technology journalism to his readers. Known for his insightful analysis and engaging writing style, Christian keeps his audience up-to-date with the latest in the tech world. Before that, he contributed to reputable publications like Geek.com, Tom's Hardware, 9to5Mac and 9to5Google. Christian studied Information Science, specializing in Expert Systems and Management Information Systems. After starting a faculty e-zine in his graduation year, he dropped out to pursue a lifelong career in journalism. He was Editor-in-Chief of a gaming magazine, started three periodicals covering gaming consoles, PCs and consumer technology, and founded a marketing agency specializing in interactive entertainment. iOS 19 will simplify connecting to captive Wi-Fi networks, like those at coffee shops, hotels and gyms, on multiple devices
Apple's iOS 19 update coming this fall will reportedly include a feature that can synchronize captive Wi-Fi access details across the iPhone, iPad and Mac.
Apple’s innovation engine is slowing
Apple's current designs are unexciting and iterative product updates don't help its innovation engine, which has slowed down in recent years.
Apple “product renaissance” could take place around two years from now
Apple reportedly has some pretty exciting gadgets in store for 2027, with the company's roadmap being described as a “product renaissance.”
iOS 18.5 lets iPhone 13 owners use carrier-provided satellite connectivity
Update your iPhone to iOS 18.3 to use carrier-provided satellite connectivity like T-Mobile's Starlink in areas without cellular service or Wi-Fi coverage.
iOS 18.5 extends “Buy with iPhone” to the Apple TV app on third-party devices
iOS 18.5 brings seamless purchases in Apple's TV app to compatible third-party streaming devices such as smart TVs with the “Buy with iPhone” feature.
My favorite bit from the new one-hour Jony Ive interview is an anecdote about team breakfasts, where Apple designers took turns cooking for each other
Jony Ive shared an interesting weekly team breakfast ritual from his tenure at Apple, where designers on the team took turns cooking for each other.
Google Maps can save locations found on your screenshots in a dedicated list
Google Maps for iPhone has picked up a new feature that scans the screenshots in your iPhone's Photos app library to find locations and save them in a dedicated list.
Apple’s first smart glasses could arrive in the next two years
Apple's custom chip should enter mass production in time to power Apple's smart glasses to compete with Meta's upcoming AR spectacles in 2027.
Apple is developing new chips to power camera-equipped AirPods and watches
Work on future AirPods and Apple Watch models featuring built-in cameras seems to be picking up steam, with launches expected sometime in 2027.
Apple admits the iPhone may not stick around for much longer than another decade
Apple admits the iPhone may not stick around for much longer than another decade as AI technology could eventually replace the smartphone in your pocket.
Safari could bring AI search integration via OpenAI, Anthropic and Perplexity
Apple could add AI search tools from companies such as OpenAI, Anthropic and Perplexity to Safari as an option, but won't replace Google yet.