APPLE’S LATEST INVASION OF YOUR PRIVACY: iOS 18 REVEALED
Apple’s WWDC 2024 was a masterclass in obfuscation, as the tech giant unveiled a slew of "new features" that will further erode your privacy and control over your device. At the top of the list is the ability to lock and hide apps, because who doesn’t want to keep their browsing history a secret from prying eyes?
But wait, there’s more! iOS 18 also introduces customizable icons, because God forbid you don’t want your iPhone to look exactly like everyone else’s. And let’s not forget about the new text effects, because who doesn’t want to send their friends and family a bunch of annoying, blinking emojis?
And then there’s the pièce de résistance: iMessages over satellite. Because what’s more exciting than sending your loved ones a text message from the middle of nowhere, where they’ll inevitably wonder why they can’t get a decent signal?
But don’t worry, Apple’s got your back. The company promises that all of these "new features" will be available to download this fall, just in time for the holiday season. And if you’re feeling adventurous, you can even try out the iOS 18 public beta, which is available now. Just be warned: beta software is like a ticking time bomb of bugs and glitches, just waiting to wreak havoc on your device.
WHICH DEVICES SUPPORT APPLE’S LATEST INVASION OF YOUR PRIVACY?
Apple claims that the following devices will support iOS 18:
- 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 (second generation or later)
But don’t worry if your device isn’t on the list. Apple’s got you covered with the iOS 18 public beta, which is available to download now.
WHEN WILL APPLE’S LATEST INVASION OF YOUR PRIVACY BE AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD?
The major release will be available this fall as a free software update. But if you can’t wait, the public beta is available to download now. Just be warned: beta software is like a ticking time bomb of bugs and glitches, just waiting to wreak havoc on your device.
APPLE INTELLIGENCE: THE COMPANY’S LATEST ATTEMPT TO TAKE OVER YOUR MIND
Apple Intelligence is the company’s latest attempt to take over your mind. This "generative AI offering" will be integrated into most of Apple’s apps, allowing your iPhone to take certain actions, like help compose emails and respond to text messages with Smart Replies. But don’t worry, it’s all just a clever ploy to make you more efficient and productive.
You’ll get the most out of Apple Intelligence features with the iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max, since they have the A17 Pro chip. It’ll also be available on iPad and Mac devices with M1 and later. And if you can’t wait, the Apple Intelligence beta will be available this fall.
So, are you ready to hand over your mind to Apple? 😏
