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Four new features coming to AirPods Pro 2 this year

AirPods Pro 2

Apple shared quite a bit of news for AirPods users yesterday, including the launch of new AirPods 4. For AirPods Pro users, however, there was also some exciting news, with Apple unveiling new hearing health features rolling out over the course of the coming months.

Apple says its new set of hearing health features for AirPods Pro focus on providing an end-to-end experience for prevention, awareness, and assistance. Here’s everything you need to know about those new features.

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Comparing the A18 and A18 Pro: Here’s one thing the iPhone 16 chip is missing

A18 Pro chip in iPhone 16 Pro

For the last few years, Apple has introduced a new chip only in its iPhone Pro models. But that changed yesterday, when the entire iPhone 16 lineup received the brand new A18 line of chips. The iPhone 16 gets an A18 and the iPhone 16 Pro an A18 Pro. But what’s the difference really? Here’s the one thing the iPhone 16 is missing.

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Apple deals iPhone 16 cases-MacBook Air

Deals: 15-inch 16GB M3 MacBook Air $250 off, exclusive offers on leather iPhone 16 cases and MagSafe wallets, more

With pre-orders now live on the new Apple Watch Series 10black Apple Watch Ultra 2AirPods 4, and more, it’s time to take a look at some deals on the rest of the Apple’s current lineup alongside some notable price drops on accessories for the new gear. Firstly, we have spotted another chance at $250 in savings on 15-inch M3 MacBook Air models with 16GB of RAM starting from $1,349. But today it’s all about the accessories, including exclusive deals for 9to5 readers on SANDMARC’s gorgeous new leather iPhone 16 cases, the metal Arc iPhone 16 bumper cases, Alto’s new natural wood iPhone 16 cases, and the latest leather collection from Burton Goods consisting of both its latest iPhone 16 cases and new MagSafe wallets. And there’s even more than that waiting down below. 

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Three reasons to choose iPhone 16 Pro over the iPhone 16

iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro

The iPhone 16 is a compelling buy, even for users who typically go with Pro phones. Much of the new tech in the iPhone 16 Pro is coming to the base iPhone 16 too. Features like Camera Control, a nearly-equivalent A18 chip, and Apple Intelligence support are some highlights. But the Pro line still has its advantages. Here are the top three reasons you should choose the iPhone 16 Pro over the iPhone 16.

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Here are all the new camera features on the iPhone 16 models

iPhone 16 camera features | Camera Control button (top) and UI (bottom)

While Apple headlined its keynote with the new Apple Intelligence features coming later to the new iPhone 16 line-up, there was also big news on the camera front.

This included good news for those who tend to buy the standard or Plus models over the Pro and Pro Max, as a lot of the photographic goodies come to all four models …

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Here’s everything Apple announced yesterday – and a few surprises

iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro, Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4 shown

Yesterday’s ‘Glowtime’ event of course saw the announcement of the new iPhone 16 line-up, with the rest of the announcements spanning both hardware and software.

While most of the pre-event reporting on the iPhone 16 models was accurate, there were a few surprises – with a mix of pleasant and unpleasant ones …

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9to5Mac Daily: September 9, 2024 – iPhone 16 event recap

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Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts appStitcherTuneInGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

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ESR’s iPhone 16 case line debuts with integrated stash stand, fast MagSafe charging

ESR iPhone 16 cases

ESR is ready for the iPhone 16 launch with a variety of new cases and accessories designed for the iPhone 16, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, and 16 Plus. There are three new cases styles debuting, each equipped with award-winning ESR’s Stash Stand, featuring convenient built-in stand functionality, MagSafe compatibility, and a sleek, minimalist design. The stash stand was designed to offer unrestricted phone use while attached to MagSafe accessories. From 15° to 85°, you can choose the perfect viewing angle for any activity, whether video calling, streaming, gaming, or browsing. The whole collection is meticulously tested to exceed military-grade protection standards, ensuring your device stays safe in any scenario.

A new screen protector offers an innovative screen application tool, too. Here are all the details on ESR’s lineup:

Get 10% off ESR iPhone 16 cases for a limited time with discount code ESR202416.

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Here are the two new watch faces for Apple Watch Series 10 [Updated]

The Apple Watch Series 10 features the biggest display ever for an Apple Watch, and there are new watch faces to take advantage. Apple says that the Apple Watch Series 10 will have two new faces: “Flux” and “Reflections.”

These watch faces are also coming to existing Apple Watch models, albeit it without support for one key feature.

September 10, 2024: updated to note the faces are also coming to existing Apple Watch models.

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iOS 18 RC adds the ability to pause video recordings in the Camera app

During its iPhone 16 event today, Apple showcased some of the iPhone 16’s updated camera features. One such feature included pausing and resuming in-flight videos shot with the stock Camera app. Unlike the new Camera Control feature, which is exclusive to the iPhone 16 lineup, pausing videos is available on older iPhones running the iOS 18 RC. This addition makes it possible to do jump cuts between scenes within the same video file.

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Best iPhone 16 cases you can buy right now

Best iPhone 16 Cases

Our annual roundup of the best iPhone 16 cases starts now. From the best leather models out there to unique bumper options and ultra-affordable options from $16, right through to Apple’s new Camera Control button-equipped silicone models that were unveiled today, the best of the best starts now. Whether you’re looking to secure a case right now to ensure you’re precious new iPhone 16, 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, or 16 Pro Max is protected as soon as it arrives on your doorstep, or looking to grab that perfect full-grain leather model down the road, some of the best options are now ready for purchase with even more on the way in the coming days. Head below for a closer look at our favorite covers you can buy right now in our 2024 edition of the best iPhone 16 cases. 

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