If you cast your minds back to October 2021, you may recall the news that Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas was set to make its way to the VR headset, Oculus Quest 2. While details on the project were thin on the ground at this time, it was said to have been "many years in the making".

However, not quite three years since that initial announcement, Meta has now said work on the VR port is "on hold indefinitely".

In response to a YouTube commenter inquiring as to the whereabouts of GTA: San Andreas VR, the official Meta Quest Vr account replied: "GTA: San Andreas is on hold indefinitely while we both focus on other projects."

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The Galaxy S24 FE is Samsung's next Fan Edition smartphone. While Samsung missed launching the Galaxy S22 FE, it looks like Samsung will continue to launch FE series smartphones every year. The company doesn't usually launch all its smartphones in the USA, but it seems like the Galaxy S24 FE will definitely be launched in the country.

Galaxy S24 FE confirmed to launch in the USA

A new and unannounced Samsung smartphone with model number SM-S721U was spotted (via 91Mobiles) in the Bluetooth SIG database. Going by the model number, the phone is the upcoming Galaxy S24 FE's carrier-locked variant for the US market. For reference, the model number of the Galaxy S23 FE's US carrier-locked variant is SM-S711U.

The Galaxy S24 FE's Bluetooth certification document doesn't reveal any details about its specifications. However, considering the phone will use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in the US, it will likely feature 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3 (with LE Audio and LC3 codecs). The global version of the phone likely features the Exynos 2400 chip, which was also used in the global versions of the Galaxy S24 and the Galaxy S24+.

A few days ago, complete features and specifications of the Galaxy S24 FE were leaked, along with the phone's images and color options. According to that report, the phone features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, in-display fingerprint reader, and Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection. It uses the Exynos 2400 or the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 For Galaxy chip, depending on the market.

You can watch the performance of the Exynos 2400 chip in our Galaxy S24 review in the video below.

It will reportedly have an aluminum frame, glass back, and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. The phone will be available in five colors: blue, graphite, mint, silver, and yellow. The phone is said to feature a 50MP primary rear camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and an 8MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. On the front, it has a 10MP selfie camera. It can record 4K 60fps videos from the front and rear cameras.

The report also claimed the Galaxy S24 FE has 12GB RAM and 256GB/512GB storage. It will run Android 14-based One UI 6.1 out of the box and get at least four major Android OS updates and five years of security patches. It is powered by a 4,565mAh battery, capable of lasting up to 78 hours of audio streaming or 29 hours of video streaming on a single charge.

The Galaxy S24 FE has GPS, 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. It also has 25W fast wired charging, 15W wireless Qi charging, and 4.5W reverse wireless charging.

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The Galaxy S25 Ultra, which will likely launch in January 2025, reportedly has a new design language featuring more rounded corners and softer edges. It is also getting new software that will gel well with the new design. The new design also improves the Galaxy S25 Ultra's screen size and bezels.

Galaxy S25 Ultra to feature a 6.9-inch screen, thinner bezels

According to a claim from usually reliable tipster Ice Universe (@UniverseIce), the Galaxy S24 Ultra will have a narrower body despite a bigger screen. It is said to have a 77.6mm wide body and a 6.86-inch screen. In comparison, the Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 79mm wide body and a 6.79-inch screen. This means Samsung will offer a bigger screen with a narrower body, which is a win-win for consumers.

The bezels around the Galaxy S24 Ultra's 6.8-inch screen measure 3.35mm. The Galaxy S25 Ultra, which reportedly has a 6.9-inch screen, has 2.3mm bezels around the display. That means the upcoming phone has 31% thinner bezels. This will improve the phone's ergonomics, and people will feel more comfortable holding it for a long time.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is also said to feature more rounded corners, moving away from the sharp corners seen on the Galaxy S24 Ultra. This should bring more consistency between the design of the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. Currently, the Galaxy S24 and the Galaxy S24+ have rounded corners, while the Galaxy S24 Ultra has sharper corners.

Watch our Galaxy S24 Ultra review in the video below.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is said to use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip worldwide. It is an upcoming 3nm chip fabricated by TSMC and uses two high-performance CPU cores clocked at 4GHz and six power-efficient CPU cores clocked at 2.8GHz. It will reportedly use the new Adreno 8 series GPU with 40% faster performance.

Samsung's upcoming flagship smartphone is said to feature a quad-camera setup on the rear. It reportedly uses a 200MP primary rear camera with OIS, a 50MP ultrawide camera, two 50MP telephoto cameras (3x and 5x optical zoom), and a 12MP selfie camera. It will continue to use a 5,000mAh battery and have 45W fast charging.

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Last month, Xiaomi launched its first smartphone with a clamshell form factor and a foldable display, the Mix Flip, a direct competitor to the Galaxy Z Flip 6. After debuting the phone in China, the company confirmed that it would launch the phone in Europe with a price tag between EUR 1,300 and EUR 1,400. However, there was no information about when it would launch the phone there and exactly how much it would cost in the region. Well, now we have some information on the matter that could be troubling for Samsung.

On X/Twitter, @Sudhanshu1414 claims that Mix Flip is already available to purchase in Europe from a few retailers and costs EUR 1,299 in the region for 12GB RAM + 512GB storage variant, which is the only memory configuration the company is offering there.

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In comparison, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 costs EUR 1,319 for the same memory configuration in Europe. So, the one from Xiaomi is undercutting the one from Samsung by EUR 20. Although that’s minimal, the Mix Flip is now technically more affordable than the Galaxy Z Flip 6.

Will that hamper the sales of Samsung’s latest clamshell smartphone? Well, we don’t think so. That’s because of two reasons. First, while the Mix Flip has excellent specifications, it is still not as durable or polished as the Galaxy Z Flip 6. Second, since it is the company’s first such device, people could avoid buying it in favor of the one from Samsung. That being said, Samsung could lose a few sales of its latest foldable clamshell phone in Europe due to the launch of the Mix Flip. It would be interesting to see which phone most people go with.

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Qualcomm has launched a new chipset today, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. It comes as a successor to the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 and sits below the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and the Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3. Before we discuss what it offers, the company has interestingly revealed that Samsung is already developing a device with this SoC.

In the past, we have seen Samsung use Snapdragon 7 series chipsets in F and M series smartphones, such as the Galaxy F55. So, the company may offer it in the next phones in those lineups, which would be the Galaxy F56 and the Galaxy M56.

However, that’s just speculation. The brand could also offer it in an A-series device. That being said, the chances of that happening are quite low as we already have a rumor of Samsung powering the Galaxy A56 with its upcoming Exynos 1580 SoC.

Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 features

Coming to the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, it is made on a 4nm fabrication process and features one Prime core clocked at up to 2.5GHz, three performance cores clocked at up to 2.4GHz, and four efficiency cores clocked at up to 1.8GHz.

Qualcomm hasn’t provided any details about the GPU. According to the company, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 offers 20% faster CPU performance, 40% faster GPU performance, 30% better AI performance, and 12% lower power consumption compared to the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2.

The new chipset can drive a display with FHD+ resolution at up to 144Hz. It supports up to 16GB RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The ISP can handle 200MP photos and 4K HDR videos. Connectivity options include 5G mmWave and Sub-6GHz, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX Lossless Audio, GPS, GLONASS, BeiDoU, Galileo, QZSS, and NavIC.

Samsung won't be the only brand using this SoC. Qualcomm says that Realme, Sharp, and Xiaomi will also launch devices with the new chipset.

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Apple by mohl uspořádat svou akci 10. září, aby oznámil novou řadu iPhone 16 a nové Apple Watch Series 10.

Apple obvykle pořádá svou akci v první polovině září a vzhledem k minulým trendům mohou být zprávy pravdivé. Fáma také sdílela obrázek pozvánky na událost s podtitulem „Připravit. Pozor. Zachytit.“ slogan, který by mohl ukazovat na nové tlačítko Capture.

Podle Majin Bu zdroje obeznámené se záležitostí naznačovaly, že by Apple mohl 10. září uspořádat svou velkou událost iPhone 16. Zdroj zprávy požádal o zachování anonymity a tipér také sdílel, že neexistuje způsob, jak ověřit, zda novinky mají nějakou váhu. Nicméně údajné datum události je pravděpodobné, vzhledem k tomu, jak se shoduje s daty minulých událostí společnosti.

Apple na své akci oznámí nové modely iPhone 16 a iPhone 16 Pro, které budou mít výrazné designové změny a nové funkce. Společnost by také mohla debutovat vyhrazené funkce Apple Intelligence pro tuto řadu, které budou k dispozici později v tomto roce, možná v říjnu. Další podrobnosti si můžete prohlédnout v pozvánce na akci níže, ale berte to s rezervou, protože neexistuje žádné potvrzení ze strany společnosti.

Kromě iPhonu 16 by událost Apple mohla hostit také Apple Watch Series 10 a nové AirPods, o kterých se nedávno říkalo, že dorazí ve dvou variantách. Pozvánka také uvádí čas konání akce, která je naplánována na 10:00 v divadle Steva Jobse v Apple Parku . Jakmile budou k dispozici další informace, podělíme se o další podrobnosti o představení iPhone 16.

Prozatím si nezapomeňte všimnout, že Apple v této fázi nesdílel oficiální pozvánku, ale mohla by brzy dorazit. Apple obvykle rozesílá pozvánky na události týden před akcí, což znamená, že pokud se akce koná 10. září, pozvánky by měly dorazit v prvním týdnu příštího měsíce, případně 3. září. Myslíte si, že Apple uspořádá akci v údajné datum? Dejte nám vědět do komentářů.

Článek Událost Apple iPhone 16 by se mohla konat 10. září. s podtitulem: “Ready. Set. Capture” se nejdříve objevil na MOBILE PRESS.

Článek Událost Apple iPhone 16 by se mohla konat 10. září. s podtitulem: “Ready. Set. Capture” se nejdříve objevil na GAME PRESS.

Společnost Apple uvede modely iPhone 16 na trh za necelý měsíc a tentokrát se dočkáme docela šikovných vylepšení pro standardní modely a modely „Pro“. Na modely iPhone příštího roku se vyplatí počkat, ale ani nadcházející řada se nestydí za vylepšení a upgrady, které zlepší váš uživatelský zážitek.

Co se týče designu, modely iPhone 16 a iPhone 16 Pro dostanou solidní vylepšení s novými tlačítky Action a Capture Button pro specifické funkce.

Standardní modely iPhone 16 letos dostanou nový design s vertikálním uspořádáním fotoaparátu na zadní straně, což docela připomíná iPhone X, protože Apple běží do kruhů, aby představil nový design. Osvěžení je však vítané, protože se jistě objeví několik rozdílů, přičemž jedním z důležitých je velikost modulu fotoaparátu. Kromě toho jsou zařízení údajně vybavena tlačítkem Action Button podobně jako modely iPhone 15 Pro se všemi připojenými zvonky a píšťalkami.

Pokud jde o modely „Pro“, Apple údajně zvětšil velikost displeje zařízení, což také znamená, že zařízení budou o něco větší než současné verze. Menší iPhone 16 Pro bude vybaven 6,3palcovým displejem, zatímco větší „Pro Max“ bude mít 6,9palcový displej, a my jsme pro, vzhledem k tomu, že se zmenší i rámečky. Již dříve bylo oznámeno, že modely iPhone 16 Pro budou uvedeny na trh s nejtenčími rámečky na smartphonu.

Dalším významným doplňkem je nové tlačítko Capture Button, které bude k dispozici na všech čtyřech modelech iPhonu 16 a bude určeno k ovládání funkcí zařízení pro pořizování videí. Stejné tlačítko by však k sobě mělo mít připojeno více funkcí v oddělení fotoaparátu, díky čemuž by se iPhone 16 mohl mnohem více přiblížit digitální zrcadlovce. Pokud nejste obeznámeni, jedná se o funkce, které by mohlo tlačítko Capture v řadě iPhone 16 vykonávat.

• Lehkým stisknutím tlačítka Capture (Snímání) spustíte automatické zaostření při pořizování videa nebo fotografie.
• Pevným stisknutím pořídíte fotografii nebo spustíte nahrávání videa.
• Přejetím doleva a doprava přiblížíte fotografii nebo video.
• Další gesta pro přepínání mezi režimy fotoaparátu.

Jak si můžete všimnout, tlačítko Capture na modelech iPhone 16 bude napodobovat funkci tlačítka spouště na digitálních zrcadlovkách a pravděpodobně bude více podporovat gesta. Abychom byli spravedliví, možnost automatického nastavení zaostření lehkým stisknutím tlačítka je docela zajímavá a mohla by otevřít nové dveře pro příkazy. Navíc vzhledem k tomu, že společnost vede odvětví k novým funkcím, viděli bychom, že konkurence přidá své vlastní variace k lepšímu.

Domníváme se, že uživatelé nebudou mít možnost přizpůsobovat funkce tlačítka Capture a mapovat je na něco jiného, pokud to nevyhovuje jejich potřebám. Je to proto, že iPhone již má pro tuto úlohu vyhrazené akční tlačítko, které se nachází na stejném místě jako přepínač ztlumení. Co se týče umístění tlačítka Capture, minulé rendery ukázaly, že tlačítko bude umístěno v jedné rovině s rámem iPhonu a pod bočním tlačítkem nebo tlačítkem napájení. Potenciálně se bude jednat o výřez v titanovém a hliníkovém šasi řady.

Vzhledem k tomu, že tlačítko Capture je kapacitní, je zde prostor i pro ovládání gesty a my jsme pro. Mark Gurman již dříve uvedl, že existuje možnost, že nové tlačítko Capture Button bude k dispozici výhradně na vlajkových modelech vyšší třídy, což společnosti Apple umožní zachovat rozdíly mezi standardními a „Pro“ modely.

Již dříve bylo také oznámeno, že tlačítka letošní řady iPhonů budou polovodičová, ale dlouho jsme neslyšeli podrobnosti na toto téma. Potenciálně by společnost mohla letos nabídnout polovodičové řešení pro modely „Pro“. Pokud o tom nevíte, bylo oznámeno, že Apple bude mít ve svém mixu podlouhlá tlačítka hlasitosti, která nebudou mechanická, ale integrovaná se speciálním haptickým enginem pro zpětnou vazbu. Ještě se uvidí, zda společnost s letošní řadou iPhone 16 tlačítka vylepší.

Co očekáváte od letošní řady iPhone 16? Myslíte si, že Apple letos nabídne polovodičové řešení? Dejte nám vědět v komentářích.

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Toto řešení vám umožní používat Apple Intelligence v zemích mimo Spojené státy

Apple oznámil a uvolnil Apple Intelligence vývojářům na své akci WWDC a služba celkově zaznamenala docela dobrou odezvu. Platforma se netočí kolem jediného jazykového modelu, ale funguje na několika z nich, velkých i malých, spolupracujících na různých frontách iOS. Například integrace ChatGPT je k dispozici se Siri a ne se zbytkem operačního systému, což ukazuje, že společnost používá multimodální přístup. Zpočátku by Apple Intelligence byla k dispozici pouze ve Spojených státech, ale pokud máte zájem, existuje řešení, které vám umožní používat službu v jiných zemích.

Při uvedení na trh mohou Apple Intelligence používat pouze iPhone 15 Pro a iPhone 15 Pro Max a vedle toho bude moci tuto službu využívat také řada iPhone 16. Máte možnost používat Apple Intelligence v jiných zemích mimo Spojené státy pomocí jednoduchého řešení. Jediné, co musíte udělat, je změnit nastavení polohy nebo oblasti na vašem iPhonu nebo iPadu a můžete začít. Pokud si nejste jisti, jak na to, připravili jsme podrobné pokyny, které vám umožní používat Apple Intelligence v jiných zemích.

Než budete pokračovat, existuje několik předpokladů, které musíte splnit. První věc, kterou musíte udělat, je nainstalovat nejnovější beta verzi iOS 18.1, která nese funkce Apple Intelligence. Upozorňujeme, že pokud používáte beta verzi iOS 18, nebudete moci službu používat. Jakmile spustíte nejnovější beta verzi iOS 18.1, pečlivě dodržujte níže uvedené pokyny.

Krok 1 : Spusťte na svém iPhone aplikaci Nastavení a přejděte na Obecné > Jazyk a oblast.

Krok 2 : Klepněte na Přidat jazyk a vyberte Angličtinu (USA) .

Krok 3 : Nyní klepněte na Region a vyberte Spojené státy . (Změna nebude mít žádný dopad na regiony nebo nákupy v Apple Storu.)

Krok 4 : Vraťte se do Nastavení a přejděte na Apple Intelligence & Siri .

Krok 5 : Klepněte na Jazyk a vyberte Angličtinu (USA) .

Krok 6 : Jakmile to uděláte, klepněte na Připojit se k Applr Intelligence Waitlist .

Krok 7 : Na aktivaci Apple Intelligence budete muset chvíli počkat. Po chvíli se zpráva změní na Turn On Apple Intelligence .

To je vše, co musíte udělat, abyste povolili Apple Intelligence na vašem iPhone, pokud máte bydliště mimo Spojené státy. Tento proces je poměrně jednoduchý a v podstatě říká serverům Apple, že iPhone, který používáte, se nachází v USA. Budete si moci užívat všechny nejnovější funkce Apple Intelligence, které Apple přidal v první beta verzi iOS 18.1. Později, v následujících beta verzích, společnost přidá další funkce pro testování, než bude oficiálně představena široké veřejnosti.

Článek Chcete si vyzkoušet Apple Intelligence, ale nemůžete protože nežijete v USA? Poradíme jak na to! se nejdříve objevil na MOBILE PRESS.

Článek Chcete si vyzkoušet Apple Intelligence, ale nemůžete protože nežijete v USA? Poradíme jak na to! se nejdříve objevil na GAME PRESS.

In case you forgot, we're supposed to be going through a new AR and VR revolution, except we're not. The Vision Pro, Apple's first mixed reality (XR) headset, hasn't reshaped the market how many thought it would. And soon, it will be Samsung's turn to have another try at the virtual and augmented reality market. Will it succeed?

There's no way to tell how things will go for Samsung and its two major partners, Qualcomm and Google. It's hard to predict how the XR market will evolve or change and which manufacturer will finally manage to bring this technology truly into the mainstream.

Nevertheless, Samsung, Qualcomm, and Google say they're working on the “next XR experience.” And according to tipster @UniverseIce, the tentatively named ‘Galaxy XR' has some things in common with the upcoming Galaxy S25 flagship phone.

Galaxy XR and Galaxy S25 have common DNA

According to the latest rumor, “some of the design and features of the Galaxy S25 take into account the Galaxy XR.” It's unclear what this means exactly, and it would be easy to assume that the source hints at a Gear VR kind of experience where the phone powers the headset.

However, every leak and rumor so far says otherwise. The Galaxy XR should be a stand-alone device with its own processing hardware and power source, as well as a 3500ppi OLEDoS screen developed by Samsung Display or at least a micro-OLED from Sony.

If we were to guess, it's more likely that the source says the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy XR may have overlapping design languages.

As an older rumor has it, the Galaxy S25 series could look more different than the S24 and S23 lineups, as Samsung might be ready to transition to a new design language. Of course, this makes it harder to predict what kind of design Samsung's XR headset might adopt.

Furthermore, these different devices — phone and XR headset — could share some clever features, like Samsung Continuity and Galaxy AI.

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Galaxy AI could have a huge positive impact on the XR experience, as it might be the key to lifting some of the barriers that have so far held XR back, such as typing without a real keyboard or otherwise interacting seamlessly with the digital world around the user.

For now, it's just a guessing game. Samsung hasn't been confirmed these features so far. The company hasn't said anything that would link Galaxy AI and Galaxy XR, so time will tell how things develop.

Previous rumors suggest Samsung may release a developer version of Galaxy XR this year, followed by the consumer version in Q1 2025.

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Samsung has unveiled the world's thinnest LPDDR5X DRAM chip, which is just 0.65mm thin, or as thin as a fingernail. This chip is made for high-end smartphones, which typically have an onboard neural processing unit (NPU) for on-device AI processing.

Samsung's newest LPDDR5X DRAM is just 0.65mm thin, making it the world's thinnest in its segment

The newest LPDDR5X DRAM chip from Samsung is the world's thinnest 12nm-class chip. It is available in 12GB and 16GB capacities. This chip is made using four stacked layers, each containing two LPDDR DRAM chips. Due to its thin profile, it offers more space in mobile devices, allowing for a better thermal design. According to Samsung, its new memory chip improves heat resistance by up to 21.2% compared to the previous-generation LPDDR5X chip.

Samsung optimized the printed circuit board (PCB), epoxy molding compound (EMC), and the back-lapping process to minimize the chip's height. The company plans to start supplying its new chip to smartphone manufacturers soon. It also announced that it will soon start making 24GB (6-layer) and 32GB (8-layer) LPDDR DRAM chips for future mobile devices.

YongCheol Bae, the Executive VP of Samsung's Memory Product Planning team, said, “Samsung’s LPDDR5X DRAM sets a new standard for high-performance on-device AI solutions, offering not only superior LPDDR performance but also advanced thermal management in an ultra-compact package. We are committed to continuous innovation through close collaboration with our customers, delivering solutions that meet the future needs of the low-power DRAM market.”

Image Credits: Samsung

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iOS 18 beta 5 is now available to enrolled developers, featuring a new Distraction Control option in Safari. Through this fresh addition, users can hide static web elements, such as cookie popups, newsletter banners, and more. While you can technically use Distraction Control on iOS to block web ads, there’s a major limitation barring it from becoming a practical solution.

When hitting the new Hide Distracting Items button in Safari, an alert reads: “Hiding distracting items will not permanently remove ads and other content that update frequently.” This highlights that the feature isn’t designed to block ads on websites. Instead, it’s meant for static banners that don’t continuously refresh.

Google's upcoming Pixel 9 series is set to come equipped with a significant upgrade in the form of an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, as reported by Android Authority. The new devices will feature Qualcomm's 3D Sonic Gen 2 sensor, similar to the one found in Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra, replacing the optical sensor used in the previous Pixel 6 series.

The shift to an ultrasonic sensor is expected to enhance the unlock experience on the Pixel 9 series, offering faster and more accurate results compared to optical sensors. Unlike optical sensors, ultrasonic sensors are less affected by dirt or moisture and do not require adequate lighting to function properly. This means users will no longer have to deal with the bright light emitted by the optical sensor when trying to unlock their phones in the dark.

The improved ultrasonic fingerprint scanner is likely to make unlocking the Pixel 9 series much easier and more convenient. It's important to note that the upcoming Pixel Fold will not feature an ultrasonic sensor, as its fingerprint sensor is integrated into the power button instead of being placed under the display like other smartphones.

Overall, the adoption of an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor in the Pixel 9 series is a positive step towards enhancing the user experience and making the devices more user-friendly and efficient.

Source: Android Authority.

Apple Intelligence is arguably iOS 18’s most significant highlight, baking native AI features into the OS. While the technology likely won’t debut publicly until October, the company has already given iOS 18.1 beta testers an early look. One of its perks is AI summaries in the Mail app. Through this handy Apple Intelligence feature, users can save time, determine emails’ importance at a glance, get locked out of their accounts, and possibly lose considerable sums of money.

Yes, you’ve read that right. Apple Intelligence, indeed, can’t differentiate between phishing and legitimate emails. According to multiple Reddit users, the AI-powered filter in the Mail app is marking scam emails as a priority. This suggests that the technology categorizes emails based only on their texts, disregarding the senders’ addresses and other relevant signals.

In recent years, smartphone hardware upgrades have been incremental — for the most part, at least. This has pushed some manufacturers to develop exclusive software features for their latest products, enticing customers to upgrade more frequently. The iPhone’s case is no different. Apple Intelligence is only supported on the iPhone 15 Pro and newer models, which will likely make it an iPhone 16 key selling point. Though, given that the highly anticipated AI features have been delayed till October, will Apple still launch the iPhone 16 in September? Here’s what the rumors indicate.

According to Bloomberg, Apple will stick to its tradition and launch the iPhone 16 in September. Since the company typically introduces its flagship smartphones on a Tuesday towards the middle of the month, the publication suggests that the announcement could take place on September 10. The report states:

At Android Authority, we are huge fans of Android phones. However, since we cover the entire mobile landscape, you might be surprised to learn that some of the people who work here don’t use Android phones as their daily drivers. Yes, we have a few traitors iPhone users in our midst, and they help us get a broader look at the Android versus iOS competition.

You might be surprised, though, to learn that many of our readers also use iPhones. In fact, after Android, iOS is the operating system most used to visit our site, even more so than Windows! Don’t believe me? Check out the chart below, which represents a typical month of Android Authority visits:

With all this in mind, it would make sense that some of our iOS-based readers used to be Android fans but have since made the switch to the iPhone but are still keeping an eye on Google’s mobile adventures. That got us curious, and in an effort to dig deeper, we ran a poll asking if people had jumped ship from Android to iOS and why.

We ran this poll here at Android Authority but also on our X and YouTube profiles. Below, we’ve compiled some of the most interesting answers. We think this is a really cool and interesting look into what might need some work within Android. After all, if Google and/or Android OEMs addressed some of these complaints, maybe these people would still be Android users.

Let’s dive in!

Why our readers made the switch to the iPhone

Overall, there were a few recurring themes for the answers we saw. We’re going to organize the comments by those themes and give you some examples. Let’s start with one of the most significant differentiators between Android and iOS: privacy.

Privacy

On X, user Shafty023 summarized their reason for switching very succinctly:

Privacy is a huge one. Done with having Google see and know everything about me via my phone.

It is true that iPhones approach data privacy a bit differently than Android phones. The main difference is money: Although both companies are collecting user data, Apple’s revenue doesn’t rely on that data, while Google’s primary source of income is selling that data. That being said, Android phones have come a long way for privacy, and there are ways to “de-Google” an Android phone, such as by flashing Graphene OS. But it’s still true that if privacy is your main area of concern, you’re probably going to be happier on an iPhone.

Another X user, DarkLordWaffles, agrees:

Google is primarily an ad agency. They approach all business decisions from that perspective. Apple primarily a hardware company. Different design philosophies

And BaritoneGuy even claims to have read the fine print:

Privacy. Plain and simple. I actually spent the time to read all the squinty print before I switched. I went from Blackberry to Windows phone to Samsung and then Apple. If I could get an Android phone without the Google stuff I would like that, but if you want the phone to be functional then that is not possible.

iMessage and apps in general

In the United States, one of the most significant aspects of the iPhone keeping users from switching is iMessage. For reasons I won’t get into here, people in the US have not adopted platform-agnostic chat apps (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.) nearly as much as the rest of the world has. This leaves iPhone users dependent on iMessage. It’s only logical that this allure would tempt Android users to make the switch to an iPhone.

On YouTube, here’s what Nathan1Sixteen had to say on that:

Because I got tired of my friends complaining about my text message bubble color

This references so-called “green bubble hate,” a US phenomenon in which people get angry at Android users for “ruining” group chats within iMessage. Considering we primarily use our phones as communication machines, can you really blame someone for using the operating system that is best for communicating with friends and family?

X user ERosener had similar sentiments:

I love android. But until RCS is widely available on iOS I have had to move back to my iPhone to be more compatible with family and friends. Pathetic, I know.

This user is referencing Rich Communications Services (RCS), which is how many US-based Android users communicate with one another. It’s essentially iMessage, but for Android. Thankfully, Apple is going to incorporate RCS into iOS 18 this year, which will allow iPhone users to better communicate with Android users. However, those green bubbles aren’t going anywhere, and iPhone-to-iPhone communication will still be superior to iPhone-to-Android communication.

On a related note, another X user, ArtoriasAkai, doesn’t mention iMessage but does talk about how apps on iOS tend to be better and more polished:

I switched because of the apps. Standard and downloaded apps are just better on iOS. Both in polish and function. I got tired of hunting for the good apps on Android. Often the better/best apps cost money on Android.

This is because app development for iOS is more streamlined than for Android. For example, developers only need to worry about one hardware company instead of dozens and also only need to work with a fairly limited set of screen sizes and hardware specs, at least when compared to the thousands of Android phones out there.

Broader ecosystem

Since Apple tightly controls its hardware, it shouldn’t be surprising that its broader ecosystem consists of devices that all work very well with one another. While most of the integrations Apple offers can be replicated with Android phones, Windows laptops, Chromebooks, etc., Apple’s “it just works” ethos is undeniably alluring.

X user DigiDynamo000 elaborates on this:

The reason was more towards the ecosystem itself and how it worked well with my workflow. Though I recognize that on a 1:1 comparison, Android is the superior of the platforms.

Apple also dominates certain categories, such as tablets and smartwatches. Simply put, the Android tablet industry is dwarfed by the iPad and very few Android-compatible smartwatches can truly meet the level of the Apple Watch. X user ThatTim5 is keenly aware of that last point:

The Apple Watch. All the other smartwatches wasn’t [sic] that good.

While Google’s Wear OS (which is based on Android) has made big strides in the past few years, the company wasted too much time before taking smartwatches seriously. Because of this, Google is the David in a traditional David vs Goliath story when it comes to the Apple Watch — and if you want an Apple Watch, you must own an iPhone.

Hardware

The aesthetic appeal of a smartphone is subjective, for sure, but some differences are objectively more useful. One example is ease of use: a phone that is really big is going to be difficult for a person with smaller hands to use. This has been a significant problem in the Android world because buying a compact Android phone has generally forced you to make significant compromises on performance and features. Meanwhile, the sizing of iPhones allows you to get big and small phones without losing out on many features.

Android Authority reader Phil Scadden sums it up like this:

It is possible to buy a quality phone that still fits in your pocket with iOS. Hard to buy an android less than 6.4 inches

Obviously, there are plenty of Android phones out there with sub-6.4-inch displays. But how many of them are just as good as their 6.8-inch counterparts? Not many. Hopefully, the Pixel 9 series will help fix this problem in the Android world since the Pixel 9 Pro is poised to be smaller but still offer all the same features as the Pixel 9 Pro XL.

Outside of sizing, the physical features of a phone can also come into play. Android Authority reader Warden mentioned the Action Button on iPhones, a feature that doesn’t have much representation in the Android world:

Action button has been very convenient.

Granted, there are phones out there with buttons similar to the Action Button, but they are not as widespread, nor are they as easily customizable.

Convenience

Speaking of the convenience of the Action Button, it turns out that that word — convenience — came up quite a bit in some of these comments. For some people, it wasn’t a question of wanting to leave Android as much as a need to do so.

X user Kozjegyzo is a good example of this:

Because everything is Apple first with our company. Both hardware and software. So I had to. It’s not as bad as I thought but I kinda wanna go back to Android as a daily driver…

X user Danield011 has similar sentiments:

Just conveniences as all my family has iPhones

Finally, on YouTube, TechnoLawyer is in the same boat:

Because of my kids having iPhones. So mainly for iMessage, FaceTime, Apple Cash, and my oldest daughter’s use of Apple Notes to make lists and the sharing of said notes. If it weren’t for my kids, I think I’d have a Nothing Phone.

Keep this all in mind next time you wonder why someone would ever use an iPhone over Android. It might be that they simply have no choice.

Those are a lot of the reasons why some Android Authority fans have jumped ship to the iPhone. What do you think? What should Android do to address some of these concerns? Let us know in the comments below!

Samsung has revealed all the details about its new security update. The company will soon release the August 2024 security patch to its eligible smartphones and tablets, and its high-end devices might get the new update first.

Samsung's August 2024 security patch fixes 50 security vulnerabilities

After Google detailed the August 2024 security patch for Android on Sunday, Samsung revealed information about its own August 2024 security patch. It fixes 50 security loopholes found in the previous software. 35 of those fixes have been provided by Google; one of them is marked as critical, while 34 are of moderate severity. One patch has also been provided by Samsung Semiconductor (Samsung's chip-making division).

Samsung has included 14 security fixes that apply only to Galaxy smartphones and tablets. The South Korean firm has detailed 12 of those fixes on its security bulletin webpage. Most of them are related to improper access control in several system services. Improper access control was also found in ExtControlDeviceService, Galaxy Watch, Knox, and system property.

Out-of-bound issues in the code were also found in several functions, including libcodec2secmp4vdec.so and libsmat.so. In case of insufficient permission, handling was not done properly in KnoxDualDARPolicy, SumeNNService, and Telephony. Improper input validation was found in the librtp.so function.

These improper access control, out-of-bound, and improper input validation issues allow attackers to gain access to the information in your device without permission or cause the device to crash. The company might start rolling out the August 2024 security patch to Galaxy smartphones and tablets this week.

With its next update, Samsung might start rolling out the One UI 6.1.1-based software update to its high-end devices. It could bring several new features and some Galaxy AI features that debuted with the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 last month to older devices.

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Samsung's entry-level range is pretty solid and sells a significant number of units in markets across the globe every year. The company refreshes these models frequently so that customers get good bang for their buck.

It's been known for a while now that Samsung has been working on a new entry-level device, dubbed the Galaxy A06. New renders of the device have leaked online, giving us a good look at it.

New Galaxy A06 press renders have emerged

Earlier reports have suggested that the Galaxy A06 will be powered by a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset with Android 14 onboard alongside One UI 6.1. There's going to be 4GB of RAM in one of the variants as well, while 6GB will be standard in most markets. This will be a dual-SIM smartphone with 4G LTE support. Don't count on 5G support, though.

Its design was seen in an earlier leak as well, which revealed that the Key Island design element that Samsung introduced with the Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55 series is now trickling lower down the order. The leak further suggested that the Galaxy A06 will come with an LCD 6.7-inch display with HD+ resolution and a U-shaped notch on the front for the selfie camera.

This will be one of the few Samsung phones with a 3.5mm headphone jack as you don't find that in most mid-range and premium devices these days. The Galaxy A06 is also said to come with a dual-camera setup that has an LED flash. A 5,000mAh battery will keep the lights on with support for 15W fast charging.

These new renders reiterate what we already know about the device, and they're also a hint of the impending launch, which could happen over the next few weeks.

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It is an open secret that Samsung is developing the Galaxy S24 FE, thanks to all the leaks we have had about it. However, none of those leaks came directly from the company, which means that we didn’t have a confirmation directly from the brand that the phone exists. Well, that’s changing today, as Samsung has listed the Galaxy S24 FE on its official website.

We have spotted a support page for SM-S721B, which is the international variant of the Galaxy S24 FE, on Samsung’s official website for France, as you can see in the screenshot below.

So, the South Korean tech giant has now given us a confirmation that the Galaxy S24 FE exists. Considering that the company has made the support page of the phone live, it looks like the launch of the phone is imminent. Unfortunately, the support page doesn’t reveal anything else. That being said, previous leaks have given us a pretty good idea about the device.

Galaxy S24 FE leaked specifications

According to previous leaks, the Galaxy S24 FE will have the Exynos 2400 SoC, the same chipset that’s in the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+. Samsung will ship the phone with Android 14 (most likely with One UI 6.1.1). One of the memory configurations on offer will have 8GB RAM. On the imaging front, the device’s primary rear camera will feature the ISOCELL HP3 50MP sensor.

The story continues after the video…

Compared to the Galaxy S23 FE from last year, the upcoming Fan Edition phone will have thinner bezels, a larger screen, and a slimmer waistline. The company will launch the phone in four colors: Gray, Light Blue, Light Green, and Yellow. Hopefully, we will get to know more about the phone as its launch nears. Follow us on Telegram or WhatsApp to get more such news.

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We have some exciting information to share, especially for Galaxy A phone users hoping to get their hands on some Galaxy AI action. SamMobile learned from sources that Galaxy AI will eventually expand beyond the high-end segment and reach mid-range Galaxy A phones, starting with a couple of 2024 models.

Our sources tell us that Samsung's latest innovation, Galaxy AI, will land on Galaxy A devices for the first time on a couple of models already released in 2024, namely the Galaxy A35 and the Galaxy A55. However, there are a few caveats.

Not the complete Galaxy AI experience

Firstly, we don't have an exact date when Galaxy AI will reach the Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55. However, our sources tell us it will happen through the One UI 6.1.1 update, which could land on these mid-range phones this month or the next.

Secondly, not every Galaxy AI feature will be released for the Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55. There's no information regarding which AI tools will make the cut and which ones will be missing, but we're guessing Samsung will leave out the ones that require vast amounts of on-device processing power.

At the time of writing, the most affordable Galaxy AI-enabled phone you can buy is the Galaxy S23 FE. Even the Fan Edition phone is missing Instant Slow-Mo, which was one of the AI features Samsung included in the original Galaxy AI suite for the Galaxy S24 series.

More details after the video

Thirdly, we can only confirm Galaxy AI will go live for the Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55, but not for older Galaxy A devices, even if there are hardware similarities.

For example, the Galaxy A35 uses the same chip as the Galaxy A54, i.e., the Exynos 1380 SoC, but even so, we can't confirm that Galaxy AI will be released for the Galaxy A54. Samsung may limit its efforts to Galaxy A models released in 2024 and later.

Samsung is betting big on Galaxy AI, and at Unpacked 2024, the company confirmed that it wants to bring these innovative AI tools to more than 200 million Galaxy devices, including phones, tablets, and wearables.

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At Android Authority, we are huge fans of Android phones. However, since we cover the entire mobile landscape, you might be surprised to learn that some of the people who work here don’t use Android phones as their daily drivers. Yes, we have a few traitors iPhone users in our midst, and they help us get a broader look at the Android versus iOS competition.

You might be surprised, though, to learn that many of our readers also use iPhones. In fact, after Android, iOS is the operating system most used to visit our site, even more so than Windows! Don’t believe me? Check out the chart below, which represents a typical month of Android Authority visits:

With all this in mind, it would make sense that some of our iOS-based readers used to be Android fans but have since made the switch to the iPhone but are still keeping an eye on Google’s mobile adventures. That got us curious, and in an effort to dig deeper, we ran a poll asking if people had jumped ship from Android to iOS and why.

We ran this poll here at Android Authority but also on our X and YouTube profiles. Below, we’ve compiled some of the most interesting answers. We think this is a really cool and interesting look into what might need some work within Android. After all, if Google and/or Android OEMs addressed some of these complaints, maybe these people would still be Android users.

Let’s dive in!

Why our readers made the switch to the iPhone

Overall, there were a few recurring themes for the answers we saw. We’re going to organize the comments by those themes and give you some examples. Let’s start with one of the most significant differentiators between Android and iOS: privacy.

Privacy

On X, user Shafty023 summarized their reason for switching very succinctly:

Privacy is a huge one. Done with having Google see and know everything about me via my phone.

It is true that iPhones approach data privacy a bit differently than Android phones. The main difference is money: Although both companies are collecting user data, Apple’s revenue doesn’t rely on that data, while Google’s primary source of income is selling that data. That being said, Android phones have come a long way for privacy, and there are ways to “de-Google” an Android phone, such as by flashing Graphene OS. But it’s still true that if privacy is your main area of concern, you’re probably going to be happier on an iPhone.

Another X user, DarkLordWaffles, agrees:

Google is primarily an ad agency. They approach all business decisions from that perspective. Apple primarily a hardware company. Different design philosophies

And BaritoneGuy even claims to have read the fine print:

Privacy. Plain and simple. I actually spent the time to read all the squinty print before I switched. I went from Blackberry to Windows phone to Samsung and then Apple. If I could get an Android phone without the Google stuff I would like that, but if you want the phone to be functional then that is not possible.

iMessage and apps in general

In the United States, one of the most significant aspects of the iPhone keeping users from switching is iMessage. For reasons I won’t get into here, people in the US have not adopted platform-agnostic chat apps (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.) nearly as much as the rest of the world has. This leaves iPhone users dependent on iMessage. It’s only logical that this allure would tempt Android users to make the switch to an iPhone.

On YouTube, here’s what Nathan1Sixteen had to say on that:

Because I got tired of my friends complaining about my text message bubble color

This references so-called “green bubble hate,” a US phenomenon in which people get angry at Android users for “ruining” group chats within iMessage. Considering we primarily use our phones as communication machines, can you really blame someone for using the operating system that is best for communicating with friends and family?

X user ERosener had similar sentiments:

I love android. But until RCS is widely available on iOS I have had to move back to my iPhone to be more compatible with family and friends. Pathetic, I know.

This user is referencing Rich Communications Services (RCS), which is how many US-based Android users communicate with one another. It’s essentially iMessage, but for Android. Thankfully, Apple is going to incorporate RCS into iOS 18 this year, which will allow iPhone users to better communicate with Android users. However, those green bubbles aren’t going anywhere, and iPhone-to-iPhone communication will still be superior to iPhone-to-Android communication.

On a related note, another X user, ArtoriasAkai, doesn’t mention iMessage but does talk about how apps on iOS tend to be better and more polished:

I switched because of the apps. Standard and downloaded apps are just better on iOS. Both in polish and function. I got tired of hunting for the good apps on Android. Often the better/best apps cost money on Android.

This is because app development for iOS is more streamlined than for Android. For example, developers only need to worry about one hardware company instead of dozens and also only need to work with a fairly limited set of screen sizes and hardware specs, at least when compared to the thousands of Android phones out there.

Broader ecosystem

Since Apple tightly controls its hardware, it shouldn’t be surprising that its broader ecosystem consists of devices that all work very well with one another. While most of the integrations Apple offers can be replicated with Android phones, Windows laptops, Chromebooks, etc., Apple’s “it just works” ethos is undeniably alluring.

X user DigiDynamo000 elaborates on this:

The reason was more towards the ecosystem itself and how it worked well with my workflow. Though I recognize that on a 1:1 comparison, Android is the superior of the platforms.

Apple also dominates certain categories, such as tablets and smartwatches. Simply put, the Android tablet industry is dwarfed by the iPad and very few Android-compatible smartwatches can truly meet the level of the Apple Watch. X user ThatTim5 is keenly aware of that last point:

The Apple Watch. All the other smartwatches wasn’t [sic] that good.

While Google’s Wear OS (which is based on Android) has made big strides in the past few years, the company wasted too much time before taking smartwatches seriously. Because of this, Google is the David in a traditional David vs Goliath story when it comes to the Apple Watch — and if you want an Apple Watch, you must own an iPhone.

Hardware

The aesthetic appeal of a smartphone is subjective, for sure, but some differences are objectively more useful. One example is ease of use: a phone that is really big is going to be difficult for a person with smaller hands to use. This has been a significant problem in the Android world because buying a compact Android phone has generally forced you to make significant compromises on performance and features. Meanwhile, the sizing of iPhones allows you to get big and small phones without losing out on many features.

Android Authority reader Phil Scadden sums it up like this:

It is possible to buy a quality phone that still fits in your pocket with iOS. Hard to buy an android less than 6.4 inches

Obviously, there are plenty of Android phones out there with sub-6.4-inch displays. But how many of them are just as good as their 6.8-inch counterparts? Not many. Hopefully, the Pixel 9 series will help fix this problem in the Android world since the Pixel 9 Pro is poised to be smaller but still offer all the same features as the Pixel 9 Pro XL.

Outside of sizing, the physical features of a phone can also come into play. Android Authority reader Warden mentioned the Action Button on iPhones, a feature that doesn’t have much representation in the Android world:

Action button has been very convenient.

Granted, there are phones out there with buttons similar to the Action Button, but they are not as widespread, nor are they as easily customizable.

Convenience

Speaking of the convenience of the Action Button, it turns out that that word — convenience — came up quite a bit in some of these comments. For some people, it wasn’t a question of wanting to leave Android as much as a need to do so.

X user Kozjegyzo is a good example of this:

Because everything is Apple first with our company. Both hardware and software. So I had to. It’s not as bad as I thought but I kinda wanna go back to Android as a daily driver…

X user Danield011 has similar sentiments:

Just conveniences as all my family has iPhones

Finally, on YouTube, TechnoLawyer is in the same boat:

Because of my kids having iPhones. So mainly for iMessage, FaceTime, Apple Cash, and my oldest daughter’s use of Apple Notes to make lists and the sharing of said notes. If it weren’t for my kids, I think I’d have a Nothing Phone.

Keep this all in mind next time you wonder why someone would ever use an iPhone over Android. It might be that they simply have no choice.

Those are a lot of the reasons why some Android Authority fans have jumped ship to the iPhone. What do you think? What should Android do to address some of these concerns? Let us know in the comments below!

Once you’ve set up your new iPhone, it’s time to make the most of it with the best iPhone accessories. It’s exciting to choose a new case or wireless charger, and personalize your smartphone with a cute PopSocket to really show off your style. There are probably a bunch of iPhone accessories you didn’t even know you needed, like a kickstand so you can watch YouTube or TikTok videos while getting ready in the morning, or an AirTag so you can use your new iPhone 15 Pro Max to keep track of all your belongings. With an extensive range of iPhone accessories to choose from, we’ve whittled down the best accessories that are worth investing in. If you’re not quite done accessorizing your Apple devices, you can also check out our recommendations for the best Apple Watch accessories.

Best iPhone accessories

To use Samsung's language, I've been on the fence about the Galaxy Z Flip series for a few years now. I can almost relate to those On the Fence ads from Samsung, save for the fact that, instead of having a hard time choosing between an iPhone and a Galaxy Z Flip, I'm having difficulties leaving my Galaxy S flagship behind. And this year, so far, it hasn't been any different.

I started using the Galaxy S24+ roughly six months ago, and so far, I have no complaints. In my eyes, the S24+ is just as perfect as the Galaxy S22+ was two years ago. Maybe even better, given the super bright 2,600 nits display, which I'm a big fan of, especially now during the bright summer days.

But I'm also a fan of flip phones. I've always liked them, even before they were smart. For the past few years, I kept thinking about switching to the flip side. I haven't done so yet, and that's just a testament to how good the Galaxy S Plus phones have been to me. And I'm starting to wonder if I ever will.

It's hard for a Plus user to get on board with the Flip

If I were in a position where I'd now choose my first-ever Galaxy phone, I'd probably pick the Galaxy Z Flip 6. It's gorgeous, and Samsung's foldable display technology never ceases to impress me.

However, as an existing Galaxy S24+ owner, I find it too hard to hop over the fence and jump into the flip side of Samsung's garden, so to speak.

The story continues after our Galaxy Z Flip 6 review video

You see, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is a beautiful foldable phone, and in my book, it is the best of its kind in 2024, hands down! However, compared to the Galaxy S24+, which I think is the closest slab-type phone alternative to the Flip 6, it compromises too much in favor of its dual-screen hinged design.

The Galaxy S24+ has a higher-resolution display, better (and more) cameras, the same chip and memory configuration (except it runs on Exynos 2400 in most regions), a bigger battery with faster charging, support for Samsung DeX support and Ultra Wideband, and a more resilient build with a higher IP68 rating.

My only reasonable choice might be Samsung's other foldable

I'm slowly reaching the conclusion that, as an existing Galaxy S24+ owner, I'd have to really want the Flip and minimalist cover screen experience in order to leave a near-perfect S24+ behind. And as much as I appreciate the Flip series, I just don't think I like it that much.

It might be a lot easier to buy the Flip 6 if you upgrade from an older or lower-end phone — or a different brand — but for me, to exchange the Galaxy S24+ for a Flip is asking a bit too much.

With that in mind, I find it very interesting that the more foldable phone generations get released and the more I sit on the proverbial fence, the more I wonder if the only reasonable foldable phone for me — an S Plus series fan — is a Fold rather than a Flip.

The Galaxy Z Fold 6 does look very good to me. It looks better than all its predecessors. It's slick and powerful, and I love its sharp edges and corners. Besides, at least I can say that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 beats the Galaxy S24+ in more areas, has a larger foldable display, and doesn't compromise as much as the Flip 6 in favor of the hinged form factor.

All in all, after all these years of waiting for the perfect time to buy a Galaxy Z Flip, I'm beginning to think that maybe I never will, and I'll eventually end up on the Fold side. I haven't made up my mind yet, and I'll probably wait for the Galaxy S25+ to come out before I make my decision.

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Now that Samsung has launched its flagship foldable phone for the year, there is only one brand yet to launch its flagship foldable, and that's Google. The company will announce the Pixel 9 Pro Fold on August 13. Chinese firms have already beaten the Galaxy Z Fold 6 in terms of thinness and hardware specs, and Google is about to do the same.

Pixel 9 Pro Fold is thinner, brighter, and better-specced than Galaxy Z Fold 6

The design and specifications of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold have leaked before its launch. Per the leaked information, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold appears thinner and better-specced than the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The next-generation foldable Pixel is reportedly 10.5mm thin (dimensions: 155.2 x 77.1 x 10.5mm) when closed. That is 1.6mm thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold 6.

It is heavier than the Galaxy Z Fold 6, though, at 257g. Samsung's new foldable weighs 239g, which is almost as light as the Galaxy S24 Ultra (232g).

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold's inner screen reportedly measures 8 inches diagonally, making it slightly bigger than the Galaxy Z Fold 6's. Moreover, the screen is said to reach peak brightness of up to 2,700 nits, 100 nits brighter than the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The Pixel's cover screen is reportedly 6.3 inches diagonally, but it is wider with an aspect ratio of 20:9 as opposed to the Galaxy Z Fold 6's 22:9 aspect ratio.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold seems to have a 4,650mAh battery. That's 250mAh bigger than the Galaxy Z Fold 6's battery.

The story continues after the video.

According to another leak, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the Tensor G4 processor and 16GB RAM. The Pixel has more RAM than Samsung's foldable.

It has a 48MP primary camera, a 10.5MP ultrawide camera, a 10.8MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom, and two 10MP selfie cameras (one on the cover screen and another on the inner screen). The telephoto camera has a higher zoom than the one on the Galaxy Z Fold 6

Despite being thinner, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold seems to be better equipped than the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Of course, it has the advantage of having a bigger screen, which means Google has more width to fit a bigger battery and a bigger telephoto lens. However, it could have a weaker processor, as Tensor chips have been historically slower and less efficient than their Exynos and Snapdragon counterparts.

Hopefully, Samsung will bring a thinner and better-specced foldable phone with the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim later this year.

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Among all other foldable phones, Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 6 ranks highest in terms of camera performance, according to independent review website DxOMark. Interestingly, the Fold 6 even beats the Pixel Fold in the zoom department, even though Google's foldable phone technically has a superior telephoto camera.

By camera performance, DxOMark ranks the Galaxy Z Fold 6 1st among all other foldables and 45th in the global ranking. Its camera setup scores 133 points, which is the same as devices like the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, Pixel 7a, Galaxy S24 and S24+, and Galaxy S23 and S23+.

By sub-categories, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 scores 135 points in the zoom department, which is substantially higher than the 117 points achieved by the Google Pixel Fold.

Interestingly, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 has a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom capabilities, whereas the Pixel Fold boasts a 10.8MP telephoto shooter with 5x optical zoom. The latter is superior on paper, but DxOMark suggests the Fold 6's telephoto camera wins over Google's despite the hardware differences.

What other things does the Z Fold 6 do well

Across other camera characteristics, the independent review website praised the Galaxy Z Fold 6 for its fairly wide dynamic range and good exposure, low noise in bright environments, good depth estimation in bokeh photos, effective video stabilization, good colors in video recordings, decent telephoto details in long-range shots, and good video detail in most conditions.

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On the other hand, no camera is without fault, and DxOMark criticizes the Galaxy Z Fold 6 for things like autofocus errors in low light, some luminance and chroma noise in low light, occasional color rendering inaccuracies, luminance noise in ultra-wide shots, underexposed night shots when not using the flash, unstable autofocus and refocusing in video mode, and a few other issues.

There are many more camera-related details in DxOMark's test, so you should check it out if you want the full picture — no pun intended. And if you'd like to hear more about the Galaxy Z Fold 6 beyond camera performance, you can check out our full review, which covers everything about the phone, from displays and performance to design and software.

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Samsung rolled out the July 2024 security update to the Galaxy Note 20 5G last month. In fact, it was one of the first devices to which the company released the security update. However, back then, the brand made it available only for the carrier-unlocked variant of the phone. Now, almost twenty days later, the tech giant is rolling out the July 2024 security update to the international variant of the phone (SM-N981B).

At the moment, Samsung is rolling out the July 2024 security update to the Galaxy Note 20 5G in many countries across Asia and Europe as well as in Australia and the UK. The new firmware carries version N981BXXSCHXG1. The latest security update fixes 58 security issues. To get it, head to Settings » Software update » Download and install. You can also download the new firmware from our database and install it using Odin.

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Samsung launched the Galaxy Note 20 5G in August 2020 with Android 10 (One UI 2.X). After offering Android 13 (One UI 5.X), the company stopped releasing major software updates to the device. If you want to experience the features that Samsung’s One UI 6.1.1 or the upcoming One UI 7.0 offer, you will have to get a newer device. If you are looking for one with S-Pen, you should consider the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

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Update: As pointed out by our readers, Samsung offers a toggle for turning off the 2G network in some countries. You can check it out in the screenshot below. However, this feature isn't available in most regions.

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Google has just published an article on the Google Security Blog. It highlights the lack of a feature in Samsung’s smartphones and tablets that could expose people to privacy and security attacks leading them to fall for fraud and scams.

Criminals can use unsafe 2G network to attack Android devices

In the blog post, Google explains that fraudsters or scamsters can use cell-site simulators, also known as False Base Stations (FBS) or Stingrays, which are radio devices, to create their own 4G and 5G networks. They can then customize those to make them appear as networks provided by well-established carriers.

At this point, mobile phones nearby might start connecting to these fake networks as they might not be able to differentiate between a fake and a real one. Once that happens, criminals force these devices to connect to a 2G network created by them.

Now, the 2G network lacks many crucial security measures that 4G and 5G networks offer. Leveraging the lack of those security features, criminals can send an SMS containing spam to those devices, which could lead their owners to fall for frauds and scams, as well as surveil them and intercept their communications.

Google says turning off 2G network protects you from those attacks

To safeguard from these privacy and security attacks, Google asks people to turn off the 2G network on their Android devices. According to the company, Android has been offering people the option to turn off the 2G network since Android 12.

Unfortunately, Samsung’s phones and tablets don’t offer an option to turn off just 2G network and keep other networks (3G, 4G, and 5G) working, even though Android has been offering it for more than two years. Samsung's devices provide only the network modes that you see in the screenshot below.

This exposes Galaxy phone and tablet owners to scams and fraud through the attacks mentioned above. We hope that Samsung is taking note of this and offers a software update to all Galaxy devices that adds the ability to turn off just the 2G network.

Additional screenshot: Angel Castro Lagunes 

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Samsung is one of the most important Olympic Partners. The company has put a lot of resources into the Paris 2024 Olympics, sponsoring many athletes and teams, creating a fourth medal out of recycled glass, and gifting every Olympian a brand-new special edition Galaxy Z Flip 6.

The company delivered roughly 17,000 Galaxy Z Flip 6 Olympic Edition phones, and athletes have been using them to take selfies on the Olympic podium. That's a first in the history of the Olympic Games. Athletes have never before been allowed to carry phones to the podium.

Samsung gifted nearly $20 million worth of state-of-the-art limited-edition Flip 6 models to Olympians last month. However, judging by their actions, some athletes seem to care little about Samsung's sponsorship or the special edition Galaxy Z Flip 6. Not even as memorabilia, which is baffling.

A few of these rare Samsung phones are now up for sale on websites like eBay and Marktplaats. Samsung isn't the one selling them. Athletes are, and some say they're not doing it to make a profit.

Showing complete disregard for one of the Olympic's biggest sponsors

Technically, Olympians who have received Samsung's gift (all of them) are not prohibited from selling these rare phones. However, their actions show disregard to a major sponsor. The 2024 Olympic is ongoing, and these athletes lacked the courtesy to at least wait for the Olympics to end before trying to sell the phones they've received as gifts.

Although some Olympians can earn up to $768,000 for winning gold, winnings vary by country (via CNBC). Some olympians aren't paid very well. Despite that, they put in a lot of work to reach that high level of performance. But some never reach the podium, and others could use the $1,000 they could get from selling an Olympic Edition phone.

However, according to some athletes who are selling these rare Galaxy Z Flip 6 Olympic Edition phones through online marketplaces, they're not doing it for profit but because they already have a phone (via AD). And, judging by their actions, they don't care about keeping the Galaxy Z Flip 6 Olympic Edition as a piece of memorabilia, either.

Selling a gift never looks good. But selling a major sponsor's gift online while the Olympic Games are ongoing looks even worse. It comes off as ungrateful and shows complete disregard for the sponsor, which isn't very sportsmanlike.

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One of the worst things that can happen to a foldable phone is to suffer from a foldable display failure. Although they get tougher every year, foldable panels remain more susceptible to breakdowns and damage than standard non-foldable displays. It is one of the reasons why many people remain reluctant toward foldable phones and haven't bought one yet. That and the high costs associated with replacing a state-of-the-art foldable display.

Nevertheless, Samsung stands by its foldable phones with something called ‘Galaxy Z Assurance,' not to be confused with Samsung Care+ insurance.

Galaxy Z Assurance is a sort of stamp of approval and comes with a one-time discounted foldable screen replacement. It appears to be specific to the US market, where the following Galaxy Z Assurance render is featured on the online store's landing pages for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6.

Samsung's stamp of approval claims that the latest phones are “Built to withstand” and are tested and verified for at least 200,000 folds or “10 years of approximate use.”

You'd have to fold the Galaxy Z Flip 6 or Z Fold 6 roughly 55 times a day to reach 200,000 folds in 10 years. Nevertheless, assuming you will need a foldable screen replacement, the Galaxy Z Assurance program could save you some money.

One-time $200 screen replacement for a limited time

Samsung's Galaxy Z Assurance policy states that you can get a cheap(er) one-time foldable screen replacement for your Galaxy Z Fold 6 or Galaxy Z Flip 6 should you need it. It will set you back only $200.

Without this policy, replacing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 inner screens would cost you $549 and $319, respectively. However, there is a caveat you'll need to keep in mind.

More details after our review video

What might disappoint you is that this Galaxy Z Assurance policy has an expiry date. So, if you planned on using your foldable phone for many years — maybe seven or so — and thought you could use this repair policy later, you won't be able to.

More specifically, Samsung states that the one-time discounted screen replacement must be claimed within two years of the date of purchasing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 or Galaxy Z Flip 6.

After that, you'll have to pay the full price for a screen replacement, should you need one, regardless of whether or not you used your Galaxy Z Assurance ticket within the first two years.

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Sometime this month or the next, Samsung will launch the One UI 7.0 Beta Program and invite Galaxy smartphone users in select countries to test the next version of One UI and Android 15.

Samsung will use feedback provided by beta testers to fix bugs and issues so it can get the final version of the Android 15 and One UI 7.0 update out as quickly as possible.

Not everyone will be able to test the new software, even if they own a device eligible for One UI 7 and Android 15. Only a limited number of Galaxy smartphones will be eligible for the beta program.

The latest flagships, like the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold 6, are sure to be on the list, but what about other devices?

Galaxy phones that could get One UI 7.0 (Android 15) beta

Samsung has not officially revealed details about the One UI 7.0 beta as of August 2, but we can make an educated guess based on Samsung's long history of One UI beta programs. The following are the devices that have a high likelihood of getting the One UI 7.0 beta.

• Galaxy S24 series
• Galaxy S23 series
• Galaxy S22 series
• Galaxy S21 series
• Galaxy Z Fold 6
• Galaxy Z Flip 6
• Galaxy Z Fold 5
• Galaxy Z Flip 5
• Galaxy Z Fold 4
• Galaxy Z Flip 4
• Galaxy Z Fold 3
• Galaxy Z Flip 3
• Galaxy A55
• Galaxy A54
• Galaxy A35

Samsung may include more devices, particularly mid-range ones, in the beta program. However, Samsung doesn't follow a set pattern when it comes to bringing One UI beta updates to mid-range devices. We will have to wait and see what the company has in store this year.

For flagship phones launched in the last couple of years, One UI 7.0 will be preceeded by One UI 6.1.1. The time frame for the One UI 6.1.1 update's release is unknown as of August 2, but we expect it to go live sometime before September.

Be sure to bookmark this page so you can check back for any new information that becomes available in the coming days and weeks.

One UI 7.0 features: What to expect

One UI 7.0 will be among the biggest upgrades in years, especially as far as the user interface is concerned. Quite a few of the expected changes and new features have leaked online, and some of the major ones are listed below.

• New system app icons
• New background interface
• A new control area at the bottom of the lock screen
• Adjustment of shortcut icons (size?) in the left and right corners of the lock screen
• Pull-down shortcut bar and notification can be independent/merged
• The pill-shaped UI element in the upper left corner notification bar can display more apps
• Added interruptible animation and optimized app opening and closing animation curve
• New battery icon and charging animation bar
• New camera user interface
• Added support for 5G SMS messages
• New notification pop-up animations and closing animations
• Added unlock animation
• New button touch and page return animation
• Added many new desktop widgets of various sizes
• Added more lock screen widgets
• Added large folders

One UI 7.0 may not bring new Galaxy AI features. The new AI features from the Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, which you can check out in the video below, will come to supported devices with the One UI 6.1.1 update.

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Samsung was expected to release the One UI 7.0 update last week, but that didn't happen. We reported that the company delayed the release, and the One UI 7.0 beta update will likely be released later this month. Ahead of that release, a massive leak has revealed many One UI 7.0 features.

Several One UI 7.0 features have leaked weeks before the release

Reliable tipster Ice Universe has posted (via Android Authority) a list of some One UI 7.0 features on the Chinese microblogging site Weibo. According to the tipster, One UI 7.0 has new app icons, a new background (wallpaper?) interface, and a new control area at the bottom of the lock screen. The lock screen shortcuts now seem to have bigger icons.

He also claims that the notifications area and the quick settings panel can be merged if the user wants to. Those pages can also stay independent (similar to One UI 6). There is apparently a pill-shaped animation that can display ongoing activities from more apps (like the timer). One UI 7.0 reportedly introduces a new animation while unlocking a device's screen.

Samsung has reportedly added animations that can be interrupted by the user (like opening an app from the home screen but stopping it by clicking the home screen). Moreover, the South Korean firm is said to have improved app opening and closing animations. The tipster said One UI 7.0 brings a new battery icon and a bar-shaped charging animation.

The South Korean firm seems to have added several new widgets (of various sizes) for the home screen and the lock screen. The tipster also claimed that One UI 7.0 will bring support for large-sized app folders on the home screen.

Ice Universe also confirmed that One UI 7.0 includes a completely redesigned camera app. The new version of One UI reportedly also supports SMS sending and receiving using the 5G network. There also seem to be new animations for notification pop-ups and closing animations.

Leaked One UI 7.0 features list:

• New system application icons
• New background interface
• A new control area at the bottom of the lock screen
• Adjustment of shortcut icons (size?) in the left and right corners of the lock screen
• Pull-down shortcut bar and notification can be independent/merged
• The pill-shaped UI element in the upper left corner notification bar can display more apps
• Added interruptible animation and optimized app opening and closing animation curve
• New battery icon and charging animation bar
• New camera user interface
• Added support for 5G SMS messages
• New notification pop-up animations and closing animations
• Added unlock animation
• New button touch and page return animation
• Added many new desktop widgets of various sizes
• Added more lock screen widgets
• Added large folders

Watch the leaked icons for the stock Clock and Samsung Internet apps in our video below. Those icons will be available with the One UI 7.0 update.

Samsung will likely open the One UI 7.0 Beta Program for the Galaxy S24 series before the end of this month. The beta program could be available in China, Germany, India, South Korea, the UK, and the US. However, the company's plans can change, so nothing can be said for sure right now.

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iOS 18 přinesl pro iPhone řadu nových vylepšení a vývojáři si s novými funkcemi hrají už od vydání první beta verze. Jeden z klíčových aspektů platformy však v nejnovějších beta sestaveních stále chybí a společnost nám nesdělila přesný časový rámec, kdy by se mohl objevit pro vývojáře a veřejné beta testery. Ano, řeč je o funkcích Apple AI a jejich pozdním vstupu do beta cyklu. No, máme kvalifikovaný odhad, kdy bude Apple Intelligence uvolněna pro vývojáře.

Apple Intelligence je odpovědí společnosti na rostoucí trend umělé inteligence a na to, jak zásadním způsobem formuje průmysl. Na akci WWDC společnosti Apple bylo potvrzeno, že funkce dorazí jako beta verze, ale společnost neoznámila žádné konkrétní termíny, což nás a vývojáře zhruba nechává ve štychu. Společnost nedávno vydala čtvrtou vývojářskou beta verzi iOS 18 a Apple Intelligence je stále v nedohlednu, což některé nechává spekulovat, že by se funkce mohla dále zpozdit.

To však není pravda, protože Apple plánuje vydání na léto, přestože ze stránky Apple Intelligence pro vývojáře odstranil značku „Summer“. To znamená, že vývojáři budou moci testovat nástroje umělé inteligence ještě předtím, než bude iOS 18 vydán pro širokou veřejnost později v tomto roce. Vzhledem k tomu, že společnost zahájila také rozesílání veřejných beta verzí, můžeme s jistotou předpokládat, že Apple Intelligence bude uvolněna pro obě verze beta.

Vzhledem k tomu, že iOS 18 bude vydán někdy v září spolu s očekávanou řadou iPhone 16, můžeme odhadovat, že Apple Intelligence bude pro iPhone a další operační systémy vydána v srpnu. Přesněji řečeno, společnost vydá utility před koncem příštího měsíce. Pro Apple by bylo moudré vydat Apple Intelligence co nejdříve, protože vývojáři tak budou mít více času na otestování platformy a nahlášení chyb pro stabilní uživatelské prostředí.

Zpočátku budou funkce Apple Intelligence dostupné pouze v americké angličtině a postupně bude společnost seznam jazyků rozšiřovat. Pokud jde o kompatibilitu, společnost Apple uvedla, že funkci budou moci využívat pouze modely iPhone 15 Pro a iPhone 15 Pro Max, což znamená, že všechny starší modely budou muset zůstat u základů. V počáteční fázi zavádění Apple Intelligence však budou chybět některé funkce, mezi které patří i nové prostředí Siri. Společnost si vezme čas na zdokonalení technologie a její zavedení dokončí v příštím roce. O tom, kdy bude Apple Intelligence k dispozici pro vývojáře, vás budeme informovat, jakmile bude nová beta verze k dispozici.

Článek Kdy budou funkce Apple Intelligence dostupné v aktualizaci iOS 18 Beta pro iPhone se nejdříve objevil na MOBILE PRESS.

Článek Kdy budou funkce Apple Intelligence dostupné v aktualizaci iOS 18 Beta pro iPhone se nejdříve objevil na GAME PRESS.

Veřejné betaverze iOS 18 jsou nyní k dispozici pro ty, kteří chtějí vyzkoušet nejnovější vychytávky pro iPhone – a kterým nevadí, že se v ní mohou objevit i nějaké ty chyby.

S betaverzemi iOS 18 si zatím užili jen lidé s vývojářskými účty Apple, ale nyní, když vyšly veřejné betaverze, si může nové funkce vyzkoušet každý. Nastavení veřejné beta verze je o něco méně náročné než nastavení vývojářské beta verze, ale stejně tak bezplatné. A pokud hledáte pomoc s beta verzí iPadOS 18, jste na správném místě: postup nastavení je stejný.

Při vyzkoušení beta verze byste však měli pochopit, co dostanete. Jednak nezískáte všechny nové funkce najednou, mnohé z nich přijdou až později. Zábava z brzkého zkoušení funkcí s sebou nese i potenciální problémy se stabilitou a nadměrné vybíjení baterie. V dnešní době se to stává zřídka, ale betaverze společnosti Apple mohou něco rozbít nebo potenciálně zničit váš telefon, takže si před instalací betaverze nezapomeňte telefon zálohovat.

Jaké nové funkce má iOS 18?

Nejvýraznější aktualizací iOS 18 je sada funkcí umělé inteligence Apple Intelligence. Patří mezi ně úprava fotografií s umělou inteligencí a funkce, které poskytují pomoc při psaní. K dispozici je také „sémantický index“ v zařízení, který provádí požadavky s kontextem osobních údajů, například umí prohledat vaše zprávy, e-maily a kalendáře, aby zjistil podrobnosti, když se nejasně zeptáte: „V kolik hodin je večeře s mámou?„.

Tyto funkce však budou k dispozici v beta verzi až na podzim. Mezi další nové funkce patří přepracování aplikace Fotky a mnohem lépe přizpůsobitelné ovládací centrum a domovská obrazovka.

Která zařízení podporují iOS 18?

S výjimkou funkcí Apple Intelligence, které jsou podporovány pouze na iPhonech 15 Pro a Pro Max a iPadech s čipy M1 a vyššími, budou iOS 18 a iPadOS 18 na těchto zařízeních fungovat:

• iPhone 15
• iPhone 15 Plus
• iPhone 15 Pro
• iPhone 15 Pro Max
• iPhone 14
• iPhone 14 Plus
• iPhone 14 Pro
• iPhone 14 Pro Max
• iPhone 13
• iPhone 13 Mini
• iPhone 13 Pro
• iPhone 13 Pro Max
• iPhone 12
• iPhone 12 Mini
• iPhone 12 Pro
• iPhone 12 Pro Max
• iPhone 11
• iPhone 11 Pro
• iPhone 11 Pro Max
• iPhone XS
• iPhone XS Max
• iPhone XR
• iPhone SE (druhá generace nebo novější)

• iPad Pro (M4)
• iPad Pro 12,9″ (třetí generace a novější)
• 11palcový iPad Pro (první generace a novější)
• iPad Air (M2)
• iPad Air (třetí generace a novější)
• iPad (sedmá generace a novější)
• iPad Mini (pátá generace a novější)

Jak nainstalovat veřejnou beta verzi iOS 18

Nastavení pro spuštění beta verze je jednoduchý proces. (A jak je uvedeno nahoře, všechny tyto kroky fungují i pro iPadOS 18.)

• Nejprve se ujistěte, že používáte alespoň iOS / iPadOS 16.4, a to tak, že přejdete do Nastavení > Obecné > O systému a zkontrolujete verzi iOS.
• Musíte se přihlásit do beta programu společnosti Apple. Pokud nejste, navštivte tento odkaz a klikněte na možnost Zaregistrovat se – a nezapomeňte použít stejné Apple ID jako zařízení, na kterém chcete spustit beta verzi. Jakmile se zaregistrujete, můžete kliknout na kartu operačního systému, jehož beta verzi chcete spustit (v tomto případě 18), a zobrazí se vám podrobnosti, jak to udělat.

• Musíte se přihlásit do beta programu společnosti Apple. Pokud nejste, navštivte tento odkaz a klikněte na možnost Zaregistrovat se – a nezapomeňte použít stejné Apple ID jako zařízení, na kterém chcete spustit beta verzi. Jakmile se zaregistrujete, můžete kliknout na kartu operačního systému, jehož beta verzi chcete spustit (v tomto případě 18), a zobrazí se vám podrobnosti, jak to udělat.
• Vyhledejte novou možnost Aktualizace beta a klepněte na ni. Zkontrolujte seznam aktualizací pro své Apple ID – pokud nevidíte tu, kterou chcete, klepněte na ID a vyberte možnost Použít jiné Apple ID.
• Vyberte iOS 18 Public Beta (nebo iPadOS 18 Public Beta).
• Poté se vraťte na předchozí obrazovku a klepněte na možnost Aktualizovat nyní (nebo Aktualizovat dnes, pokud chcete raději počkat).

A je hotovo!