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    iPhone 16 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro: Is it worth an upgrade?

    Jason Hiner/ZDNET & Maria Diaz/ZDNETApple held its annual iPhone event to debut the iPhone 16 line and other devices. All the artificial intelligence (AI) features Apple unveiled may be very tempting, but is the iPhone 16 enough of an upgrade to warrant a new $1,000+ payment?Also: Four reasons I’m not upgrading to an iPhone 16 Pro from my iPhone 14As an iPhone 14 Pro Max user, I’m not convinced that the new AI-enabled iPhone 16 Pro More

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    The 7 best iOS 18 features that will make updating your iPhone worthwhile

    Prakhar Khanna/ZDNETApple announced iOS 18 at its Worldwide Developers Conference in June. Like its competitors, the update is one of the biggest iOS upgrades in years. From much-awaited features in Apple Intelligence to a redesign of the Photos app, there’s a lot of new stuff for users and developers alike to dig into. With the launch of iPhone 16, we now have more clarity about the currently available features and the roadmap of upcoming AI upgrades.Also: Every iPhone model that will be updated to Apple’s iOS 18The latest version of iOS will make your iPhone more customizable with a personalized home screen layout, better Control Center navigation, and updates to key apps like Messages, Mail, and more. Here’s all you need to know about iOS 18 and why you should be just as excited as I am.1. Apple Intelligence on iOS 18 More

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    New AirPods Max feature the charging port we’ve been waiting for – and new colors too

    Kerry Wan/ZDNETAlong with the iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10, and iOS 18, Apple also announced a slew of updates to its line of AirPods, including the AirPods Max. The latest iteration of Apple’s premium-grade, over-ear headphones is available for the same $549 price but offers a host of new features.Also: Everything Apple announced at its ‘Glowtime’ event: AI features, AirPods, Apple Watch Series 10, moreOne of the biggest changes in the new AirPods Max is the switch from Apple’s proprietary Lightning port to a universal USB-C port for charging and data transfer, in order to comply with laws in the EU that make USB-C the standard for charging. You’ll still get a premium build with stainless steel adjustable arms for a custom fit and anodized aluminum outer ear cups to keep the headphones lightweight while trying to resist damage and corrosion. More