China Economic Weekly - Economic Net News According to China Net Finance, in the Q&A session of the latest Power On newsletter, Gurman stated that iOS 18 is considered one of the most important iOS updates in Apple's internal history, and may not even be one.
It is reported that in November 2023, Apple announced that it will support cross platform messaging standard RCS in iPhone information applications later in 2024. Therefore, RCS support is likely to become an important feature of iOS 18. RCS support will bring the following improvements: higher resolution images and videos; Voice information; Entering prompt; Read receipt; Wi Fi messaging between iPhone and Android devices; Improved group chat function, including iPhone users being able to exit conversations with Android users; Compared to SMS, stronger encryption.
Regarding this, some netizens have said, "Isn't this a feature implemented by QQ many years ago?" "Apple should first improve its quality control before proceeding." "Let's first improve its signal before proceeding." "I only care if it can be used domestically." "Is the signal still lagging behind?" "Don't bother with useless features. Can Apple release some practical features?" "I hope there will really be surprises.".
In addition, Gurman also revealed that the new iPad Pro and M3 MacBook Air have started production in Apple's supply chain and are expected to be officially released by the end of March this year. Gurman predicts that Apple will release multiple new products in March, including a redesigned iPad Pro with an OLED display, an upgraded iPad Air, a larger 12.9-inch model, and a new generation of 13 inch and 15 inch MacBook Air with an M3 processor.
After not launching any new iPad hardware throughout 2023, Apple will update the entire iPad product line in 2024. In March of this year, we will be the first to welcome the new iPad Pro and iPad Air.
Gurman had previously reported that the new iPad Pro would be paired with new accessories, such as a MiaoKong keyboard with an aluminum alloy base. The code in the iOS 17.4 beta also suggests that the new iPad Pro will adopt a landscape front facing camera similar to the tenth generation iPad.
The biggest highlight of the iPad series in 2024 will be the upgrade of display technology, with the first use of OLED panels. This will bring richer colors, higher contrast, and more energy-efficient screens, thereby extending battery life.
In addition, Apple will also launch a larger iPad Air, allowing the 12.9-inch iPad size to reach more users at a more affordable price.
The M3 MacBook Air series is expected to undergo minor changes, with the exterior design remaining unchanged, but will be equipped with the latest M3 chip, which will debut on the 14 inch MacBook Pro at the end of 2023. Due to the production delay of the 15 inch model, there is a one-year difference in the launch time of the M2 version of the two laptops, but this time the 13 inch and 15 inch models will be upgraded to the M3 chip at the same time.