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Siri AI is essentially a ChatGPT-like version of Siri that can answer pretty much anything. iOS 27 introduces a dedicated Siri app, or you can continue to invoke the assistant by pressing and holding the iPhone's side button. Given it is powered by Apple Intelligence, Siri AI requires an iPhone 15 Pro or newer. Siri AI can draw on your personal information stored on your iPhone, has on-screen awareness, and can perform actions in more apps that support it. Apple said Siri AI is limited to English to start, and the feature will be subject to daily usage limits, with expanded access to be available for a fee in the future. Siri AI will not be initially available in the EU on iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and watchOS 27, as Apple is in a regulatory battle with the European Commission. More Apple Intelligence Features Other new Apple Intelligence features on iOS 27 include new Extend and Reframe options in the Photos app, the ability to generate photorealistic images in the Image Playground app, the ability to create new shortcuts in the Shortcuts app by simply describing them, generated video descriptions for HomeKit Secure Video cameras, and more. Liquid Glass Design Changes Apple introduced a new Liquid Glass design on iOS 26, and it has further refined the interface on iOS 27. Apple says Liquid Glass now has more uniform refraction and improved contrast, and app icons are sharper and more detailed. A new slider lets you adjust how clear or tinted Liquid Glass looks. Performance Improvements iOS 27 makes a lot of actions and experiences faster across the operating system. For example, Apple said app launches are up to 30% faster, new photos in the Photos app library load up to 70% faster, and AirDrop transfers are up to 80% faster. To learn about others, check out our list of noteworthy performance improvements . iPhone Handoff Apple has added a new iPhone Handoff feature to iOS 27 that allows you to switch between two iPhones while using the same phone number on each device. iPhone Handoff requires support from carriers, which may charge a fee for the feature. T-Mobile in the U.S. and Deutsche Telekom in Germany will be the first carriers to offer iPhone Handoff, with T-Mobile set to charge $5 per month for it. Apple said Verizon and the UK's EE plan to offer the feature by the end of the year, with more carriers to follow. To learn more, read our iPhone Handoff explainer and Apple's support document . In addition, a video demonstrating the feature was shared in our forums . Apple Cash Bill Splitting In the U.S. only, iOS 27 allows you to split bills with a new feature powered by Apple Cash and Apple Intelligence. This capability is available in the Apple Wallet and Messages apps, or by using the new Siri mode in the Camera app. When users point their iPhone at a receipt using Siri mode, it can surface the relevant action to split a bill with Apple Cash and identify the items on the receipt, said Apple. As users select their items, their total payment is calculated, including their share of tax and tip, so they can pay back exactly what they owe with Apple Cash. Hide Location in Find My In the Find My app, you can now share your location with others for a custom duration , such as four days and six hours. Or, you can set a set an exact date and time for your location sharing to expire. In addition, you can now pause your location sharing with specific people until the end of the day, without them knowing. The ability to hide your location is meant for things like planning a surprise birthday party for your spouse. On iOS 26 and earlier, there are only three preset timeframes available for Find My location sharing: indefinitely, until end of day, and one hour. CarPlay Video Apps Back at WWDC 2025, Apple revealed that it was planning to allow CarPlay users to watch video via AirPlay in their vehicles while they are not driving. In a WWDC 2026 video aimed at developers, Apple said the CarPlay video feature is available in new vehicles that support it. When playing a video in an iPhone app that supports AirPlay video streaming, users can select the car's display from the AirPlay menu on iOS and watch the video on a compatible vehicle's screen. New in iOS 27, Apple is allowing developers to create CarPlay apps with video browsing capabilities, so you can find videos to watch right on CarPlay. This feature can keep you entertained while you are not driving. For example, Apple said you may use it while waiting in your car at the airport, or charging your electric vehicle. 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Apple today launched pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max . If you're looking to place a pre-order on one of these models at a cellular carrier, we've rounded up all of the best deals and offers you can find from the major carriers in the United States. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. AT&T iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to $1,200 off with eligible trade-in Starting with AT&T , you can get the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max for up to $1,200 off with an iPhone trade-in in any condition. You'll need to upgrade with AT&T Next Up Anytime or switch to get this offer, and AT&T says it will be available for iPhone Duo orders in October as well. UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone 18 Pro at AT&T If you switch to AT&T from a different carrier, AT&T will pay off your phone balance at up to $800 off per line. With the $1,200 offer, AT&T is offering the 256GB iPhone 18 Pro at no cost. T-Mobile iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to $1,200 off with eligible trade-in Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4: Get $300 off second model when adding a new line T-Mobile's offers are nearly identical to AT&T. You can get the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max for up to $1,200 off you trade in an old device (in any condition) and purchase the new device on an eligible unlimited plan. You can also get this offer if you switch a line to Experience Beyond 2.0, Experience Beyond, or Go5G Next. UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone 18 Pro at T-Mobile Additionally, you can get up to $930 off any iPhone 18 Pro model when trading in an eligible device, or switching a line to T-Mobile on Experience More 2.0, Experience More, or Go5G Plus. For Apple Watches at T-Mobile, if you buy any new Apple Watch Series 12 or Ultra 4 device, you can get $300 off a second model when you add a watch line on the Watch Plan 2.0. Verizon iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to $1,200 off with eligible trade-in Apple Watch Series 12: No cost when bundled with a new iPhone Similar to the other carriers, Verizon is offering up to $1,200 off the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with an eligible smartphone trade-in. You'll need to purchase the new iPhone on a 36-month payment plan and you'll receive the discount in the form of monthly promo credits over the course of your plan. UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone 18 Pro at Verizon Verizon is also offering the Apple Watch Series 12 at no cost when you purchase it alongside a new iPhone. You just need to buy the iPhone on Simplicity, Simplicity Plus, Pro, or myPlan, and purchase the Apple Watch on a 36-month payment plan. Visible Visible is offering $480 off the iPhone 18 Pro when you purchase it on the Visible+ Pro plan. To get this deal, you'll need to join or switch to the Visible+ Pro monthly plan and purchase the iPhone 18 Pro at full retail price, and then you'll see the $480 off in terms of monthly service credits. $480 OFF iPhone 18 Pro at Visible Visible's offer differs from other carriers due to requiring the full retail purchase of the new iPhone, compared to AT&T and others, which are offering discounts on monthly financing options. If you're interested, new members can get 50% off one year of the Visible+ Pro annual plan with SAVEHALF at checkout. Visible offers unlimited talk, text, and data for $19/month on the Visible plan, $29/month on the Visible+ plan, or $39/month on the Visible+ Pro plan (prices include $6 discount with current promo code SAVE6). If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Here Are The Best Carrier Deals You Can Get When Pre-Ordering iPhone 18 Pro Today first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
iPhone 18 Pro pre-order deals: Options from $867, under $12 per month, more
The iPhone 18 Pro is going up for pre-order this morning. Just after AirPods 5, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and Apple Watch Series 12 went live live alongside the ongoing discount on AirPods Pro 3, you will be able to secure Apples latest and greatest iPhone 18 Pro is starting from $32 per month on major carriers or $1,199 all-in unlocked . However, Walmart is also featuring some options for much less than that via T-Mobile starting at $867 + $11.85 per month on iPhone 18 Pro . Youll want to head straight to Apple if youre taking the unlocked or trade-in route of course, but there are some other options out there this morning. More details below. more
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Epomaker Showed Off Retro Designs and Fast TMR Gaming Keyboards at IFA 2026
At IFA 2026 in Berlin , I stopped by the Epomaker booth to check out four of the companys latest keyboards. The lineup shows how far mechanical keyboards have moved beyond switches and RGB, with Epomaker experimenting with TMR magnetic sensing, modular layouts, integrated displays, and retro-inspired designs . Top: Epomaker Glyph, Left: Epomaker HE75 V2 TMR, Right: Epomaker RT98 The Epomaker TH108 Pro , released in early 2026, is the most conventional of the four, but still packs tons of features. The full-size keyboard combines a numpad with a TFT display and multifunction rotary knob , plus hot-swappable switches, a gasket-mounted structure, RGB lighting, and Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and wired connectivity. A massive 10,000mAh battery helps power the TFT display and extensive RGB lighting. Released in April, the Epomaker RT98 gets more experimental with a detachable numeric keypad that can sit on either side of the keyboard . I also liked its small magnetic display, styled like a vintage television, which can show system information or custom GIFs. An 8,000mAh battery , VIA support, and tri-mode connectivity round out this $119 keyboard. I also saw the highly anticipated HE75 V2 TMR , a Rapid Trigger keyboard designed for gamers with 0.01mm actuation adjustment and 8,000Hz polling . The core innovation is Tunneling Magnetoresistance (TMR) sensing , which delivers magnetic-switch precision with much lower power consumption, making responsive wireless gaming more practical. It also supports both magnetic and standard mechanical switches , an unusual level of flexibility. This gaming powerhouse costs $129. The Glyph is my personal favorite . I love its retro typewriter-inspired design , with round PBT keycaps, dual displays, a rotary knob, and even a side lever that works as Enter and Backspace. Launched in March 2026, it also features a recessed slot for a phone or small tablet, cleverly echoing an old typewriters paper holder while adapting the idea for a modern desktop. The Glyph is available for $139. Beyond keyboards, Epomaker also showcased its expanding mouse lineup , including the lightweight carbon-fiber Carbon X , alongside the GX1, its first gaming headset , featuring an open-back design for a wider, more natural soundstage. Epomaker Showed Off Retro Designs and Fast TMR Gaming Keyboards at IFA 2026 , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
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Macworld TL;DR: Through Sept. 20, pay just $11 (reg. $169.99) for lifetime AdGuard Family access on up to nine devices, including ad blocking, privacy protection, malware protection, and parental controls. The internet has plenty of useful things. Pop-ups, giant banners, and disruptive video ads arent particularly high on that list. Through Sept. 20, you can pay $11 instead of $169.99 for lifetime access to the AdGuard Family Plan and clean up browsing across as many as nine devices. Its advanced ad-blocking module eliminates different types of ads, including intrusive pop-ups and video ads, so websites feel much less cluttered. Privacy tools also work behind the scenes. AdGuard helps keep your data hidden from trackers and activity analyzers. Its malware protection also helps shield devices from harmful malware and phishing websites. For households with kids, built-in parental controls add another useful layer . Parents can restrict access to inappropriate and adult content, giving them more control over what younger family members can access online. The Family Plan covers up to nine devices and is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, including smartphones and mobile computers. Because this is a lifetime subscription, you wont have recurring payments adding to the monthly pile. The plan also includes continuous updates and new features. Get lifetime AdGuard Family access for just $11 through Sept. 20 (reg. $169.99). AdGuard Family Plan: Lifetime Subscription See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
If your iPhone calls suddenly end, this will fix it
Macworld Im sure this has happened to you too: Youre in the middle of a call on your iPhone and suddenly the call ends. Neither you nor the person youre speaking to has hung upat least, thats what you think. Chances are that you accidentally pressed the side button on your iPhone. This can easily happen when youre holding your phone in your hand while having a conversation. The problem is that, since iOS 16, the side button has ended calls by default, and iOS 27 wont change this behavior, either. Its both handy and annoying! To stop this from happening accidentally, youll need to adjust this setting. How to stop accidentally hanging up The relevant option is hidden deep within the Settings and isnt where you might first look for it To ensure a call isnt ended by locking your iPhone using the side button, follow these steps: Open Settings. Tap Accessibility . Under Physical and Motor , select Touch . Enable Prevent Lock to End Calls . Thats it, youve successfully prevented the side button from ending calls. Now, if you press the physical button on the side of your iPhone whilse on a call, it will simply turn off the screen but wont automatically end the call. Foundry
Best Compact Smartphones in India: iPhone 17, Google Pixel 11, Vivo X300 FE and More
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Apple Store Down Ahead of iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders
Apple's online store is down ahead of iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max pre-orders, which begin at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time on Saturday, September 12. We love that early energy, reads the Apple Store's message when visiting the U.S. website. Almost ready for you. Pre-order begins at 5:00 a.m. PT. See you soon. Apple has been opening pre-orders at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time for several years, rather than the 12:01 a.m. start time it previously used. Today the store went down especially early. Customers in more than 65 countries and regions, including Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, the UAE, the U.K., and the U.S., will be able to pre-order both models when the store comes back online. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max come in Burgundy, Glacier, Silver, and Black. Both models are available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB storage capacities, bringing the 2TB option to the smaller Pro model for the first time. Apple's New 2026 iPhone Lineup: Prices for Every Storage Tier Here's When iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders Begin in Every Time Zone How to Pre-Order iPhone 18 Pro From Apple and Get the Model You Want on Launch Day What Upgrading to iPhone 18 Pro From iPhone 17 Pro Gets You iPhone 17 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro: 35+ Upgrades Compared In the United States, the iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299. Both models launch on Friday, September 18, when deliveries to customers and in-store availability begin. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Tag: Apple Store Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Coming Soon) Related Forum: iPhone This article, Apple Store Down Ahead of iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple's latest flagship smartphones, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, are now ready to go on pre-order in India. The new Pro models sit at the top of Apple's 2026 iPhone lineup and will be among the company's
BGMI 4.6 Update Arrives September 16 With Midnight Hunters Mode and Vampire Takeover
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OPPO has expanded its A-series smartphone lineup in China with the launch of the OPPO A7 Pro. The new mid-range 5G smartphone focuses heavily on battery life and durability, packing a massive 8,000mAh battery, multiple IP ratings, and a 120Hz AMOLED
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From the emotional journey of Suriya starrer Vishwanath and Sons and the physical challenges of Physical: 100 Italy to supernatural suspense and science experiments, Netflix has several options for different moods this weekend. Read on to know when to watch these releases online.
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Arzopa Unveils New 2.5K Touchscreen Monitor, Digital Frame, and Smart Calendars
Arzopa, a brand best known for its affordable portable monitors, came to IFA 2026 to showcase its new Z1RC Plus TS portable touchscreen monitor, an upgraded D14 Pro digital frame with a 2K display, and the brand-new C1 and C1 Pro digital calendars. First shown at IFA 2026, the Z1RC Plus TS builds on its sibling, the Z1RC, adding a larger 17.3-inch 2.5K touchscreen . The 16:10 display covers 100% of the sRGB color space and features Arzopas integrated adjustable single-rod stand, part of the built-in stand design used across several of the companys portable monitors. Arzopa received a 2026 Red Dot Award for its built-in-stand portable monitor design . The company gained recognition with its popular Z3FC 16.1-inch 2.5K 180Hz Portable Gaming Monitor , which also features an integrated stand. The combination of high resolution and a 180Hz refresh rate makes it particularly appealing for users seeking a single portable screen for both productivity and gaming. On the digital frame side, the D14 Pro is the companys latest addition. Featuring an aluminum alloy frame , the D14 Pro has a 14-inch 2160 1440 touchscreen with a photography-friendly 3:2 aspect ratio and 32GB of internal storage. Photos and videos can be shared remotely through the Arzopa app, while automatic rotation lets the frame switch between portrait and landscape orientations. Arzopa also includes unlimited cloud storage without a subscription. The C1 and larger C1 Pro Smart Calendars turn the display into a family organization hub with 64GB of built-in storage. Launched in May 2026, the 14-inch C1 combines calendars, schedules, chores, shopping lists, meal planning, and reward systems for children on a shared touchscreen, with voice controls to add tasks and appointments. The C1 Pro expands the concept onto a larger 17.35-inch 2.5K display with 100% sRGB coverage. At the Arzopa booth at IFA, I was particularly impressed by the display and overall build quality, given Arzopas aggressive pricing . With products ranging from about $120 to $250 , the company delivers surprisingly polished hardware at sweet price tags. Arzopa Unveils New 2.5K Touchscreen Monitor, Digital Frame, and Smart Calendars , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Get a FREE spare battery and stem bag ($609 value) with Monarc
Monarc is currently offering a FREE spare battery and stem bag ($609 value) with a purchase of its Marker All-Terrain Smart e-bike at $1,999 shipped . This bundle, following the usual trend of a Lectric sub-brand, would run you $2,608 were the bundled gear not getting the discount. While youre not getting the included smart helmet we saw being previously offered, you are still getting the spare battery for double the travel distance, as well as a handy stem bag for cargo. This deal also matches the bundle were seeing on the alternate Tracer Urban Commuter e-bike at $1,899 shipped . more
Two iOS 27 features need a little more time in testing and won't be shipping until a future update, even though they were present during the beta period. Suggestions in Messages conversations and the option to automatically fix compromised passwords with a tap will not be in the initial version of iOS 27, and will instead launch in a later version of iOS 27. Apple noted the delays on its iOS 27 page , as well as its iPadOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate pages as these are cross-platform features. For the password update feature, the Passwords app uses Apple Intelligence and Safari to fix compromised passwords in the background without the user needing to do so manually In the Messages app, Apple Intelligence surfaces one-tap suggestions based on what's being discussed in a conversation. If someone you're talking to asks you to send a photo or complete a task, Messages recognizes the request and suggests action on the information with the relevant apps. We already know that an iOS 27.1 update will be coming before October 23 because the iPhone Duo comes out on that date and ships with it pre-installed. We could potentially get the new features as soon as iOS 27.1. iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 will launch to the public on Monday, September 14. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 Related Forum: iOS 27 This article, Two iOS 27 Features Won't Be Ready for Monday's Launch first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Alongside the soon-to-end Labor Day Sale deals , Beatbot is offering a short-term flash sale on its premium AquaSense 2 Ultra 5-in-1 AI Robotic Pool Cleaner at $2,149 shipped that gets a FREE AquaRefine 4-piece kit of 3-in-1 clarifiers ($120 value), after using the code 2ULTRA150 at checkout, beating out the Amazon pricing without any free gear by $150 ($270 counting the bundle). The deal here starts with a discount from its $3,150 full price to $2,299, which the code drops back down to the same pricing we saw in July and August, but youre getting the additional $120 in clarifiers added on for free. This price has only been beaten out by drops to $1,999 and $1,899 that we saw in June, though that was purely discounts off the tag. Youre getting the next-best price here with $1,121 total savings, giving you a serious upgrade to your pool cleaning that is hard to beat by other brands. more
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Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Series 12 Buyer
The Apple Watch Series 12 is now available for pre-order, and unlike last year's model, it brings a substantial list of changes over its predecessor. Here's everything that's new. Last year, the Series 11 introduced just four changes over the Series 10, making it perhaps the smallest generational upgrade in the device's history. The Series 12 is a far more meaningful refresh, even though it essentially retains the same design for a third consecutive year. It launches on Friday, September 18, at the same $399 starting price as the Series 11, which Apple has now discontinued. This guide lists all of the differences between the Series 11 and Series 12 models to help you understand the changes: Apple Watch Series 11 Apple Watch Series 12 S10 chip (2024) S11 chip (2026) 2GB RAM 4GB RAM Electrical heart sensor Health Sensing System with second-generation electrical heart sensor Third-generation optical heart sensor Fourth-generation, always-on optical heart sensor Heart rate tracking High-frequency background heart rate tracking (every five seconds) HRV Recovery HRV and overall HRV (measured up to 24x more often) Vitals app with heart rate, respiratory rate, wrist temperature, and sleep duration Vitals app with heart rate, respiratory rate, wrist temperature, sleep duration, and HRV, plus daytime vitals view Readiness app More accurate step tracking Steps complication Audio Intelligence (Live Rewind, Siri Recap, Sound Recognition, and Shazam) Ion-X glass with 2x scratch resistance (aluminum models) Ceramic Shield 2, 60% tougher than Ion-X (aluminum models) Metal and sapphire crystal back Aluminum or titanium and zirconia back Aluminum or titanium case Aluminum, titanium, or ceramic case Aluminum : Jet Black, Rose Gold, Silver, and Space Gray Aluminum : Dark Bronze, Light Gold, Black, and Space Gray Titanium : Slate, Gold, and Natural Titanium : Radiant Gold and Natural Ceramic : Pearl White and Night Blue Herms : Silver titanium Herms : Silver and Radiant Gold titanium 15 minutes of charging for up to 8 hours of normal use 15 minutes of charging for up to 12 hours of normal use 5 minutes of charging for up to 8 hours of sleep tracking 5 minutes of charging for up to 10 hours of sleep tracking Now discontinued From $399 The new ceramic case marks the first ceramic Apple Watch since the Series 5 Edition in 2019, but it is slightly larger than the other models and weighs up to 52.9 grams in its 46mm Night Blue configuration. Even the aluminum and titanium models are now 1mm wider and around 2 grams heavier than their predecessors. At the same time, the display appears to have shrunk slightly , even though its resolution is unchanged. Apple lists the 46mm Series 12 with 1,196 sq mm of display area, 2% less than the 1,220 sq mm of the Series 11, while the 42mm model drops 1.9% from 989 sq mm to 970 sq mm. A marginally smaller screen in a wider case means thicker borders, and Apple also appears to have pulled the case back slightly around a larger front glass, which could make them look even more prominent. The Series 10 went through a similar change in 2024, when its visible aluminum edge shrank compared to the Series 9 but its overall bezel, including the black border under the glass, actually grew. The shift is less dramatic this time around, since the Series 12 keeps the same basic case design. Here's how the two generations compare in size, weight, and display area: 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 Apple Watch Series 12 Dimensions 46mm x 39mm x 9.7mm 46mm x 40mm x 9.7mm Display area 1,220 sq mm 1,196 sq mm Aluminum (GPS) 37.8 grams 39.5 grams Aluminum (Cellular) 36.9 grams 38.6 grams Titanium 43.1 grams 44.9 grams 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 Apple Watch Series 12 Dimensions 42mm x 36mm x 9.7mm 42mm x 37mm x 9.7mm Display area 989 sq mm 970 sq mm Aluminum (GPS) 30.3 grams 32.2 grams Aluminum (Cellular) 29.7 grams 31.5 grams Titanium 34.6 grams 36.5 grams The new ceramic models, which have no Series 11 equivalent, are larger and considerably heavier still: Ceramic 46mm 42mm Dimensions 47mm x 41mm x 9.85mm 43mm x 37mm x 9.85mm Pearl White 51.3 grams 41.7 grams Night Blue 52.9 grams 42.8 grams The most significant upgrade between the two devices is the new Health Sensing System. It uses a larger electrode surface for better skin contact during ECG readings, redesigned photodiodes laid out in a ring for more efficient light capture, and bigger, more power-efficient green LEDs. The result is that the Series 12 measures heart rate every five seconds throughout the day, 60 times more frequently than before, and samples HRV up to 24 times more often. Apple claims this gives the Series 12 the most accurate heart rate sensing of any wearable. That higher-frequency data powers several new health features that are exclusive to the Series 12. The Readiness app weighs up your recent activity, training load, vitals, and sleep score to produce a single daily score out of 10, alongside a recommendation ranging from Recover to Go For It. There is also a separate Recovery HRV metric, a daytime view in the Vitals app, and new watch face complications for real-time heart rate and step count. Apple has also rebuilt its pedometer model and says the Series 12 now offers the most accurate step tracking of any smartwatch. The Series 12 is the first model in two years to get a new chip, with the S11 replacing the S10 that powered both the Series 10 and Series 11, which itself was almost identical to the S9 chip from 2023. The new model also has twice as much RAM , with 4GB compared to 2GB in the Series 11. The S11 chip enables Audio Intelligence , a new set of features exclusive to the Series 12 and Ultra 4. Live Rewind displays a transcript of the last 15 seconds of conversation with a double press of the Digital Crown, Siri Recap generates summaries of conversations, Sound Recognition alerts deaf or hard of hearing users to sounds like sirens and doorbells, and Shazam can automatically identify music playing nearby. According to Apple, audio is processed in a hardware-isolated Secure Exclave on the S11 chip and is never recorded. Everyday battery life is unchanged at up to 24 hours, or up to 38 hours in Low Power Mode. The improvements instead focus on workouts and charging. The Series 12 offers up to 10 hours of battery life during an outdoor workout, which Apple says is 25% more than the Series 11, and 15 minutes of charging now delivers up to 12 hours of use rather than eight. All other aspects, such as display resolution and brightness, 64GB of storage, 5G connectivity, and water and dust resistance all carry over from the Series 11 unchanged. Is It Worth Upgrading? For new buyers, the Series 12 is the obvious choice. It costs the same $399 that the Series 11 did at launch, while adding a more capable health sensing system, double the RAM, and a considerable list of exclusive features. With a new chip and more memory, it is also likely to be better placed for future Apple Intelligence features. The Series 11 is the better value option only when it can be found heavily discounted, which is likely as third-party retailers clear their remaining stock. Last year, we concluded that virtually no users should upgrade from a Series 10 to a Series 11. This year, the picture is more nuanced. For most Series 11 owners, there is still no general-purpose reason to upgrade, since many key features are unchanged and Siri AI is coming to the Series 11 anyway. However, the Series 12 is worth considering if you rely on your Apple Watch for training and recovery insights, since continuous heart rate tracking, Recovery HRV, and Readiness are all exclusive to the new model. Deaf and hard of hearing users may find Sound Recognition a compelling reason to upgrade on its own, and some users will simply want the new ceramic finish. Series 11 owners who are happy to wait may prefer to hold out for next year's Series 13, which is rumored to bring the first major redesign since the Series 10, including a new band attachment system. By contrast, upgrading is much easier to justify if you have a Series 9 or older. Series 10 owners would gain a new, thinner design with a wider screen, a tougher display on aluminum models, and a longer battery life in addition to all of this year's changes. Related Roundup: Apple Watch 12 Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Buy Now) Related Forum: Apple Watch This article, Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Series 12 Buyer's Guide: 25+ Upgrades Compared first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
iPhone 18 Pro First Look: Same Design, Big Changes Inside
After Wednesday's event, Apple let members of the media take a look at the new iPhone 18 Pro models, so we're able to share some early first impressions with you before pre-orders start tomorrow. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max look almost identical to the iPhone 17 Pro models, but there are some subtle changes that make the new devices stand out. There's less of a color difference between the aluminum frame and the glass back, so while the 17 Pro models had a two-tone look, the iPhone 18 Pro models are more uniform. Apple is selling the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in four colors, including silver, black, burgundy, and glacier, which is a light blue. Burgundy especially looks good in person, and people who missed black last year will be glad to see it back. There's no change to size or shape, so they're still available with 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch displays. Both are a little heavier, and the iPhone 18 Pro Max weighs 16 grams more than the 17 Pro Max. Display quality is the same, but Apple slimmed down the Dynamic Island , so it takes up less space, plus it can show up to three Live Activities at once. Inside, there's a new 2nm A20 Pro chip. If you're upgrading to the iPhone 18 Pro from an iPhone 17 Pro, you're probably not going to notice a day-to-day difference between the A19 Pro and the A20 Pro, but the iPhone 18 Pro models might run cooler. There's a new vapor chamber cooling system that takes up three times more area, and Apple says it supports up to 40 percent faster sustained performance. There's a new dual Neural Engine, but RAM hasn't increased and it's still at 12GB. Battery life is better in both Pro models. The iPhone 18 Pro lasts for up to 36 hours when watching video, and the iPhone 18 Pro Max lasts for up to 45 hours. Charging over USB-C is faster, and you can get a 50 percent charge in 15 minutes with a 60W power adapter. MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging are still supported but max out at 25W. There's a three-lens camera system with an upgraded Main camera. The 48MP Main camera has a variable aperture that has four stops: /1.48, /1.8, /2.8, /4.0. Aperture will adjust automatically when you're taking photos, but there's a new Pro Controls option if you want to make manual changes. You can adjust aperture, shutter speed, and white balance, plus there's a histogram for making tweaks. With the variable aperture and the Pro Controls, you can adjust the amount of light and the background blur of images. Photographic Styles now have texture and grain controls, and when you're filming, smart focus tracking can lock on to a subject even if it leaves the frame so you never lose focus. Cinematic effects can be added to video after capture for the first time, and Audio Mix works with music. There's also support for 4K Dolby Vision time-lapse videos. All 6.3-inch iPhone 18 Pro models have the C2 modem, while iPhone 18 Pro Max models in the U.S. have a Qualcomm modem. iPhone 18 Pro Max models outside the U.S. also have the C2, and it's not clear why Apple opted for that modem split. The C2 is faster and more energy-efficient than the prior C1X, and it now supports mmWave 5G speeds in addition to sub6GHz. As expected, Apple raised its iPhone prices. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 in the U.S., and the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299, so there's a $100 increase for both base models. Starting storage remains at 256GB, but you can upgrade up to 2TB. Pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max start at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time on Saturday, September 12. The new iPhones will launch on September 18. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Coming Soon) Related Forum: iPhone This article, iPhone 18 Pro First Look: Same Design, Big Changes Inside first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders: Deadline to
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max pre-orders begin this Saturday, September 12 at 5 a.m. Pacific Time. Apple allows you to prepare for your pre-order early. Simply look for the Get Ready button on the Shop iPhone page or in the Apple Store app and proceed to select your iPhone 18 Pro model and any accessories, get pre-approved for financing or leasing if necessary, and so forth. Apple is giving customers until 9 p.m. Pacific Time today to get their pre-order ready ahead of the morning rush, so act fast if you want a quicker checkout tomorrow. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Coming Soon) Related Forum: iPhone This article, iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders: Deadline to 'Get Ready' Early is Tonight first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
