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The Verge
Apples iOS 18.1 developer beta adds AI call recording and transcription
Apple’s iOS 18.1 developer preview introduces AI-powered call recording and transcription feature. Users can record calls with a new button, with all parties notified. Transcriptions and audio recordings are saved in the Notes app. The feature was showcased at WWDC in June and is useful for journalists and important calls.
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The Business Standard
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset for upcoming flagship phones likely to debut at Qualcomms summit
Qualcomm to unveil Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset at Hawaii summit from October 21-23. Rumored to feature 3nm process tech by TSMC for improved performance and efficiency. Expected to include Oryon CPU, LPDDR6 RAM support, and upgraded NPU. Geekbench scores suggest surpassing Apple A17 Pro in processing power. Xiaomi secures exclusive launch rights, with Samsung Galaxy S25 and OnePlus 13 to follow in 2025.
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CNET
Apple Is Reportedly a Step Closer to Ads for Apple TV Plus
Apple’s hit show Severance on Apple TV Plus may soon feature ads, as Apple considers tracking advertising and introducing new data collection techniques. This move would align Apple with other streaming services like Netflix and Disney that have already experimented with ads. Apple has not confirmed plans for ads on its service, but industry trends suggest a potential shift towards ad-supported tiers.
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Yahoo! Voices
Lenovo says its new laptop can last an astounding 29 hours
Lenovo’s new ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 laptop boasts 29 hours of local video playback powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chip. The claim was first spotted on Weibo, but the U.S. site mentions “true multiday battery life.” While impressive, real-world usage may differ. Priced at $1,754.35, it features an Adreno GPU, 32GB RAM, 1TB storage, and various ports, targeting professional users.
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MacRumors
Apple Releases iOS 17.6 With Bug Fixes and Security Improvements
Apple has released iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6, offering bug fixes and security updates. Users can download them over-the-air. iOS 15.8.3 and iOS 16.7.9 security updates are available for older devices. These updates are likely the final ones for iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 before iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 launch in September.