iOS 18.3 launched almost a month ago, leaving a long gap afterward with no new software. But the first iOS 18.4 public beta is finally here, and it brings a lot of big and small changes for iPhone. Here’s what’s new in .

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Following Android , the Gemini app on iPhone has received a homescreen redesign that will auto-open the keyboard on launch.

The “Ask Gemini” field now extends the entire width of the screen, while Google has removed the microphone and camera icon pill. At the right, it’s just buttons for voice input and Gemini Live.

Meanwhile, the ‘plus’ menu is how you access the Camera, as well as Gallery and Files. Another tweak removes the separator above the field for an even more minimalist look

Alongside ongoing price drops on the popular , today we spotted the return of on the mid-range 512GB models as well as up to the higher-end variants. Those join ongoing offers on the M3 MacBook Air lineup with select models dropping even lower at up to the original prices as well as the return of at nearly and a deep on this Smart Lock. Everything else awaits down below.

iOS 18.4 includes a variety of big and small upgrades for iPhone users, but if you’re in the EU, there’s one especially huge change in the first beta : Apple Intelligence is now fully supported for EU users.

Not long after Apple first debuted its initial Apple Intelligence feature set at WWDC last June, the company shared some bad news: AI wouldn’t be supported in the EU at launch, or until further notice.

The reason? Certain EU regulations the company needed to navigate

In this latest episode of iOS Decoded , 9to5Mac investigates everything new in iOS 18.4, including several new behind-the-scenes features that you may be hearing about for the first time. Included in our walkthrough is a full hands-on look at the new proximity setup feature for Mac, Prioritize notifications, the new Ambient Music feature, and much, much more. for additional iOS 18.4 coverage.

Here’s a list of five of the most interesting features that we

Smart thermostats are one of the best ways to elevate your home’s energy efficiency while staying comfortable year-round and gaining access to some great automations. Meross has just released a Matter-enabled smart thermostat that promises broad compatibility across major smart home platforms, including Apple HomeKit. Here’s why the new is a great option for HomeKit fans.

HomeKit Weekly is a series focused on smart home accessories, automation tips and tricks, and everything to do with Apple’s smart home framework.

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The iPhone 16e just launched , but Apple has four more iPhone models launching this fall—including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air . But per Mark Gurman, 2026 may be even bigger for the iPhone thanks to two brand new designs in the works: a foldable and another mysterious new design.

This weekend in , Mark Gurman detailed Apple’s current iPhone plans for this year and next. And it’s what he shared about next year that was especially interesting.

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Apple launched its first product of the year last week— the iPhone 16e —but five more product launches are expected in the coming weeks and months. One such device is the long-awaited AirTag 2. Now, thanks to a new leak, we have a better idea than ever of when to expect it.

Leaker Kosutami that AirTag 2 is indeed coming this spring, as Mark Gurman has reported . And they narrow the timeline even further.

Kosutami says AirTag 2 will launch in May or June .

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