Big iPhone 16 leak reveals both Pro models set to get tetraprism zoom camera lens

Apple enthusiasts may soon have a reason to celebrate, as a new leak hints at the return of the 12-inch MacBook in a more budget-friendly avatar. The 12-inch Macbook was discontinued in 2019 after introducing it in 2015 as the MacBook Air took its place. However, users have been speculating for a while whether Apple plans to introduce cheaper MacBooks that could provide a more affordable alternative to their existing lineup.

Apple plans to introduce a new budget Mac next year, allowing the company to tackle dwindling shipments. Considering the ongoing inflation, the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models have become marginally expensive. Apple transitioned to its custom silicon opened room for a budget MacBook, which the company is now expected to announce next year. A tipster now claims that Apple will launch its low-cost MacBook in 12-inch and 13-inch sizes with a price tag of $700 or less.

The re-using of taglines is a foreign concept to Apple, and while we have yet to see the company repeat the same words to market a product or service, we have noticed that on this occasion, the company used the exact same words for its October 30 ‘Scary Fast’ event. For those that do not know, the firm used the same tagline to describe the performance of the previous-generation M1 Pro and M1 Max, which can only mean that the M3 may surpass performance and power efficiency expectations.

A short while after Apple officially announced its October 30 ‘Crazy Fast’ event, an analyst backtracks on his original prediction concerning the company’s launch of the M3 and the MacBook Pro lineup that will feature this chipset. Apparently, he believes that the lack of upgrades provided by the M2 will force Apple to proceed with a launch this year even though the upcoming portable Macs might be produced in fewer numbers.

Get ready for another Apple event. After launching the iPhone 15 last month, the company has another presentation on tap, and the teaser suggests Cupertino will reveal new Macs.

Apple is not new to testing weird products that never make it out of the prototype stage. The list of patents filed by the Cupertino-based tech giant is even weirder, with gadgets like a foldable iMac, MacBook-integrated iPhone, a windowless car, vibrating VR socks, and self-adjusting bands for the Apple Watch being proposed. However, a new leak has surfaced showcasing an Apple device that could very well make it to the market - a HomePod with an LCD display. Know all about it.

Apple is reportedly gearing up to introduce generative AI capabilities to its iPhone and iPad lineup, with expectations of seeing these features as early as iOS 18. Jeff Pu, an analyst covering Apple's supply chain for Hong Kong-based investment firm Haitong International Securities, speculates that this development could occur no earlier than late 2024.

Apple enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the AirTag 2 will need to be patient for a much longer period as an analyst has revealed that the launch has been postponed till 2025. This was revealed by noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Initially slated for a late 2024 or early 2025 launch, the production timeline for this popular accessory has faced delays. It looks to have fallen victim to more important Apple products, which too are reportedly facing delays.

Apple enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of a revamped 24-inch iMac, and the latest buzz suggests it might finally make its debut. It will likely be powered by Apple's in-house M2 and M2 Pro chips. Recent reports from Japanese Apple blog MacOtakara have shed light on Apple's plans for this anticipated iMac release. While it's no secret that Apple has been on a roll with its M-series chips, the 24-inch iMac is expected to bring some much-needed upgrades to the table. These enhancements are rumoured to include Thunderbolt 4 ports, the latest Bluetooth 5.3 technology, and support for Wi-Fi 6E. Moreover, Apple enthusiasts can look forward to having the option of choosing between M2 and M2 Pro configurations, 9to5Mac reported.

The iPhone 15 series is out and the iPhone 16 lineup is already in the development stage. As a result, we are getting new leaks about it almost on a weekly basis. Earlier, it was reported that not just one, but both iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will get the tetraprism zoom lenses that will allow them to click 5X optical zoom pictures. And now, a new leak has claimed that the Pro models of the next generation of Apple smartphones will also support the 5G Advanced network, which is considered an evolution of the normal 5G and a step towards 6G. The functionality will be added by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X75 modem.

The limited space of a smartphone can often be daunting for companies as they have to work out new techniques to cram in as much technology and features as possible. One method Apple is reportedly employing in an attempt to free up space is the adoption of RCC or resin copper coated foils for iPhone PCBs. Unfortunately, one analyst claims that we are not expected to witness this change until the iPhone 17, and there are several reasons that prevent the company from transitioning to this material almost immediately.

AMD's AI segment will witness a tremendous "upturn" in the coming years since the prominent analyst Ming-Chi Kuo disclosed a "rapid growth" in the company's future revenue.