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Hindustan Times
10 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
iPhone 18 Pro models are tipped to feature an under-display Face ID system
Apple has been on a journey to transform the iPhone experience with subtle design changes and upgrades. This year, Apple is planning to introduce a whole new smartphone model, the iPhone 17 Air, which will be hyped for its ultra-slim design. Furthermore, we can also see some design changes to iPhone 17 Pro models with a new camera module, a smaller Dynamic Island and others. While we wait to see the iPhone 17 series, leaks surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have already started to circulate, hinting towards major design changes. Reportedly, the 2026 iPhone Pro models are tipped to feature an under-display Face ID system, which may likely replace the Dynamic Island from the display and give it a whole new look and feel. Therefore, know what the iPhone 18 series has in store for the buyers. Also read: Apple to launch major Siri AI upgrade with iOS 26.4 by March 2026 The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to get a major display upgrade in 2026. Reportedly, the 2026 Pro models may come with 6.27-inch and 6.86-inch display sizes, showcasing no major differences compared to the current models. Furthermore, the displays may support LTPO technology with 1.5K resolution. It is also suggested that the iPhones are tipped to feature HIAA (Hole-in-Active-Area) design, which will support a selfie camera and an under-display Face ID system. Also read: iPhone 18 Pro likely to ditch Dynamic Island for under-display Face ID- Details Now, the HIAA may raise some questions, well, people who are not familiar with the concept, this design is similar to a punch hole design that is placed by removing the pixel matrix of the display for the camera lens. Therefore, with the new display design, Apple may plan to remove the Dynamic Island, which was first introduced with the iPhone 14 Pro models. Apple also plans to remove all types of cutouts from the display by bringing an uninterrupted and edge-to-edge display. Therefore, the under-display Face ID system could be the first step for achieving such heights for smartphones. Also read: iPhone 18 Pro models to get major camera upgrade in 2026- Here's what we know Notably, we have more than a year for the iPhone 18 series release, and till then, Apple could make several changes, depending on the availability of the right components, production challenges, and others. Therefore, we will have to wait until September 2026 to know how Apple plans to revolutionise its iPhones. As of now, we are eagerly waiting for the iPhone 17 series and to get hands-on experience with the new iOS 26 update.
GSM Arena
a day ago
- GSM Arena
Leakster: the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max confirmed for under-display Face ID modules
The iPhone 17 generation – the Pro Max model, at least – is rumored to have a smaller Dynamic Island thanks to some metalens tech. However, the Dynamic Island will remain visible this year. Next year, however, with the iPhone 18 Pro series, things will start to change, reports the regular Weibo leakster account Digital Chat Station from China. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will have 6.27' and 6.86' OLED displays, respectively. Those will be LTPO panels with 1.5K resolution and will utilize HIAA technology for the selfie camera and an under-display Face ID system. HIAA or 'Hole-in-Active-Area' is the familiar punch hole design where part of the pixel matrix of the display is removed to give a camera lens below a clear view. Face ID as introduced with the iPhone X This is well established at this point, but the technology to move Face ID is not. Face ID is a combination of a projector (which beams a pattern of infrared light), a flood illuminator (also working in infrared) and a camera (to see the infrared light). This might or might not work with current under display camera tech since that is optimized for visible light, not infrared. However Apple solved this issue, it is allegedly already testing prototypes. Such a move has been rumored for a long time now – as far back as the iPhone 15 generation. There were similar reports for subsequent models, including the iPhone 17 generation, but it's not happening until next year. That is assuming no unexpected issues crop up, of course. Source (in Chinese) | Via
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
Apple may launch its first-ever foldable iPhone in 2026, production to start this fall
Apple has been planning to introduce a foldable device for years, but the company has faced several challenges. Now the Cupertino-based giant is expected to start production of the foldable iPhone this fall, with a launch planned for 2026. Therefore, we can say that another foldable player is entering the market, and this time it's Apple. Therefore, all eyes will be on the first foldable iPhone, which will compete with brands like Samsung, Google, Vivo, and others. While a foldable iPhone gives a ray of hope, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo highlighted that several components and specifications of the foldable are yet to be finalised. Therefore, in the upcoming months, Apple may prepare a road map before finalising production. Also read: iPhone 18 Pro likely to ditch Dynamic Island for under-display Face ID- Details Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo revealed that Apple may launch its first foldable iPhone in September 2026, as part of the iPhone 18 series. The company is expected to start production by the end of the third quarter or the beginning of the fourth quarter of 2025. Reportedly, iPhone's foldable display will be produced by Samsung Display, whereas other components and specifications are yet to be finalised. Previous reports on foldable iPhones suggest that it will have a book-style folding design, and it could feature a 5.5-inch cover display and a 7.8-inch main folding display. In terms of slimness, the foldable iPhone could measure 4.5mm when unfolded, and about 9.5mm when shut. Well, considering it's a first-gen model, the numbers look quite impressive. However, take it with a grain of salt as it is too early to make an assumption. Also read: Foldable iPhone may launch soon with crease-free display, new hinge tech Apple's foldable iPhone will reportedly have a greater focus on the hinge mechanism to make the display crease invisible to the human eye. Additionally, the company has been working for years with a display supplier for an advanced display technology that meets Apple's standards. Furthermore, we can see an under-display camera and Touch ID for the unlock feature. Apart from these features, Kuo expects Apple may produce about 15 to 20 million foldable iPhones that may last for about 2 to 3 years. Since it will be a niche product, and pricing is expected to touch $2,500, Apple is planning for limited units for its first foldable product. Now, we simply have to wait for about a year to know what the foldable iPhone will look like in real life. Mobile Finder: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max LATEST specs, features, and price
Digital Trends
2 days ago
- Digital Trends
I hated the Macbook notch, but this app has made me love it
When Apple put a notch on the MacBook, I was immensely excited about the functional possibilities, the same kind you see built around the Dynamic Island on iPhones. Expanding live updates, current activities, and navigation guidance are just a few of the examples. Unfortunately, that is yet to happen on the MacBook. With the massive redesign across macOS Tahoe, I was again hopeful that the notch would finally find a purpose. Again, I was disappointed. Thankfully, the developer and open-source community have built some fantastic utilities that extract the best out of the boat-shaped notch. Recommended Videos I recently wrote about the Boring Notch and was impressed by with the premise of turning it into a hub for music playback controls, sharing files, calendar access, and even webcam preview. A week ago, I came across another notch-focused app to help you get focused work done using a familiar technique. What is FocusNotch? FocusNotch is a dual-purpose app. First, it turns the notch into a Dynamic Island where you see a persistent progress timer. Second, it lets you block certain websites (read: social media) at a network extension level and get focused work done. The setup is fairly straightforward. You download the app from the Mac App Store, launch it, grant it network extension permission, and you're good to go. Next, all you have to do is take the cursor close to the notch area, and it will expand to show you more controls. The app lives entirely around the notch. There is no dedicated window running in the background. You don't even see an active icon in the menu bar. Up front on the home section, you see a large digital stopwatch timer that you can set according to your routine. Next to it is the section where you can add websites you want to block during focused work, such as YouTube, X, Instagram, or whatever corner of the internet that distracts you. You can add multiple websites in one go, but you can't whitelist as long as a focus is active. Does it work? Well, to be fair, whether this app works depends on your own discipline. The underlying idea is similar to the Pomodoro technique. Simply put, you set small targets where you engage in deep work, take a small break, and then return for another session. Does it work? Well, it did, for me. The sight of a persistent task timer around the notch kept me from stepping away from my Mac. Only when I had finished one cycle of focused work did I take a small break, before returning for another session. Here is what research published in the British Journal of Educational Psychology says about the impact of Pomodoro focus and self-regulated work breaks: Taking pre-determined, systematic breaks during a study session had mood benefits and appeared to have efficiency benefits (i.e., similar task completion in shorter time) over taking self-regulated breaks. Here is my suggestion, though. Don't set too long focus sessions, as they will only give you fatigue and eventually suppress the benefits. Depending on your work, try sessions that are like 30 minutes, and then make gradual progress. For me, sessions between 45 minutes to 2 hours worked best to finish research or write an article. What can it do better? There is a certain charm in apps that focus on accomplishing one particular goal, and do it in a minimalist fashion. FocusNotch falls in that category. However, I wish it could integrate a few other tricks. For example, instead of setting a single timer, it should also allow the creation of multiple focus timers separated by a break. TimeCraft, a beautifully designed macOS utility, lets you set multiple timer-based work targets and even color-code them, as you can see below. I also wish there were a route to automatically import a list of distracting websites and whitelist them automatically based on the focus duration with a scheduler tool. Apps like AppBlock do a fantastic job at it, and for free. 1Focus is another neat option, offering users a block-based approach to restricting websites and creating multiple lists, as well. FocusFirewall is a rather pricey alternative that runs entirely in the Menu Bar and offers a Mac-native design. I also noticed that the website blocking system in FocusNotch sporadically conked out on my M4 MacBook Air. Of course, I mentally sidelined the thought of opening X when a focus timer was flashing atop the screen, so there's that helping hand from self-discipline. Overall, FocusNotch is a neat little app that can help you get work done across short spells of no-distraction activity. And the fact that it gives a purpose to an otherwise useless notch, without costing you a penny, is just the cherry on top.
Tom's Guide
09-06-2025
- Tom's Guide
Apple's 'Liquid Glass' design could be a key part of the 20th anniversary iPhone — and it's rumored to debut at WWDC 2025
A new report has revealed that part of the expected iOS 26 reveal at WWDC 2025 could be a major factor in the design of the rumored 20th Anniversary iPhone. In his most recent Power On newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman claimed that Apple's iOS 26 new interface design, known as 'Liquid Glass,' will set the stage for Apple's future products. Liquid Glass is the name given to a set of new interface elements that have the 'sheen and see-through visuals of a glassy surface.' According to Gurman, this will mean transparency and shine effects will be added to 'all of Apple's tool bars, in-app interfaces and controls.' These new design elements be a part of the full range of Apple operating systems, which in turn will create a cohesive look across all of Apple's products. However, as Gurman goes on to state, this new design will also be used as the launchpad for the look of the upcoming 20th anniversary iPhone, apparently codenamed "Glasswing," expected in 2027. Not only will the device feature the design element according to Gurman, but it will have a curved-edge display which will 'expand on the glass concept.' Apple is reportedly working to give the iPhone 20 a fully edge-to-edge display, which means removing or minimizing display cutouts, like the Dynamic Island. This will be difficult to engineer, but Apple is reportedly planning on moving parts of the Dynamic Island under the display, like the front-facing camera and Face ID. While this new OS design language will likely be one of the standout reveals of WWDC 2025 the event, there is more we expect to see at the event. For instance, while we can assume that the event will focus on the next generation of software updates, there is a fair amount of debate around how Apple Intelligence will be discussed. Some, like Mark Gurman, believe that Apple won't mention its future AI plans for the event, while others hope that Apple offers news on the future of Siri 2.0, even if it means skirting around the issue of how many of these features have been delayed for almost a year. For the time being, there's still a lot we don't know about Apple's 20th anniversary iPhone, including what the hardware will be. However, there will likely be more information about iOS 26 and Liquid Glass design later today. For all the news and reveals as we see them, keep an eye on our WWDC 2025 Live Blog, which we will be updating over the course of the event. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.
