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Apple's latest iOS update introduces a significant change to the Control Center. The addition of Apple Intelligence features provides users with quick access to select tools, enhancing their overall experience.

This move aims to simplify interactions with Siri and other built-in assistants.In this update, dedicated buttons for activating Siri and Visual Intelligence have been introduced. These features join Type to Siri, which has been relocated to the Apple Intelligence section.

This reorganization streamlines access to these services, making it easier for users to utilize them.The rollout of these features is not limited to specific devices; however, some options are exclusive to certain model types. iPhone 16 models and iPhone 15 Pro models have new Control Center buttons for activating Visual Intelligence.

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Apple has released the second beta of its upcoming macOS Sequoia 15.4 update, allowing developers to test the new features before its official release in early April.The update brings significant changes to the Mail app, including the introduction of dedicated categories for transactions, updates, promotions, and primary emails, which will surface the most important emails first. This reorganization is expected to improve user productivity and organization.Additionally, Apple News subscribers can expect a new Food section with recipes, articles about restaurants, and otheelated content.

Other features include a new Sketch style in Image Playground, the ability to create Memory Movies in the Photos app, and expanded Apple Intelligence capabilities in multiple languages.

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The release of iOS 18.4 has been marred by the removal of planned Apple Intelligence Siri features. Instead, we're seeing more refined and existing features that make the update worth installing.

Priority Notifications analyzes incoming notifications and highlights important ones based on context and time. This feature can be turned on in the settings and provides a clear visual indication of priority messages.The Image Playground app has also received an update, adding a new "Sketch" style for creating images.

This style is distinct from Animation and Illustration options, offering a more hand-drawn look.New languages have been added to iOS 18.4, including French, German, Italian, and others.

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Apple's latest budget handset, the $599 iPhone 16e, was unveiled without significant fanfare. CEO Tim Cook instead opted for a low-key approach via Twitter, days before the official announcement.

This departure from traditional launch events raises questions about the impact on user expectations and perception of the brand. The decision also highlights Cook's preference for direct communication with stakeholders through social media channels.

As the tech industry continues to evolve, this strategy may signal Apple's focus on mass-market appeal or a calculated move to minimize competition in the budget smartphone segment.