Top Stories: Apple One Launch, iPhone 12 Pro Camera Performance, AirPods and HomePod Rumors

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro have been out for a week now, so this week has given us plenty of opportunities to learn more about the new devices now that we’ve been able to get our hands on and test them out.

There has been quite a bit of other news this week as well, including the launch of Apple One subscription packages, the release of Apple’s September quarter results, rumors of future plans for updated AirPods. , AirPods Studio and a potential third HomePod model, and more. Read on for details on our most popular stories from this week on these topics and more!

Apple One is out now: Save money by bundling Apple Music, iCloud storage, Apple TV +, Apple Arcade, and more.

Along with the release of its results on Thursday, Apple announced that its Apple One subscription plans would launch the next day and that the plans are now available in more than 100 countries.

Pricing in the US starts at $ 14.95 per month for an individual plan with Apple Music, Apple TV +, Apple Arcade, and 50GB of iCloud storage. A family plan valid for up to six users offers Apple Music, Apple TV +, Apple Arcade, and 200GB of iCloud storage for $ 19.95 per month, while a Premier plan at $ 29.95 per month takes the offers. from the family plan and adds Apple News + and Apple Fitness + and increases iCloud storage to 2TB.

If you need more iCloud storage beyond what’s offered in your Apple One tier, you can add up to an additional 2TB, which means Premier plan users can have up to 4TB of total iCloud storage.

Camera comparison: iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro

Apple released the iPhone 12 Pro last week, which is sold alongside the iPhone 12, 12 mini, and 12 Pro Max. The Pro Max has the best camera of the bunch, but since it’s not yet released, we thought we’d take a look at the camera improvements in the iPhone 12 Pro‌ and see how the quality of the camera compares to the iPhone 11 Pro.

We have also continued to learn more details about the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro in the week or so since their launch. Notably, it was discovered in FCC documents that iPhone 12 models may have a hidden reverse charge feature for future Apple accessories, which has led to speculation that it would be possible to charge a new case. MagSafe compatible AirPods or maybe even Apple’s rumor. AirTags item trackers by simply placing them on the back of iPhones.

We also learned that Personal Hotspot uses the faster 5GHz Wi-Fi by default on iPhone 12 models. The combination of iPhone 12 models supporting faster 5G networks and higher maximum Wi-Fi speed -Fi 5 GHz sets the stage for a faster personal hotspot. There is a new “Maximize Compatibility” toggle to revert to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi like on previous iPhones. Personal Hotspot lets you share an iPhone’s cellular data connection with other devices like a Mac via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Lightning.

Apple invites developers to get individual advice from engineers ahead of Apple Silicon Mac launch

At WWDC in June, Apple announced that it would be switching from Intel processors to its own custom Apple Silicon processors in Macs, promising peak performance per watt.

Apple has allowed Mac developers to prepare their apps for “ Apple Silicon ” through the Universal Apps Quick Start Program, and now Apple is emailing developers inviting them for individual code-level advice. ‘an Apple engineer. Individual labs are scheduled for November 4-5.

Apple has already announced plans to ship its first Mac with Apple Silicon by the end of 2020, and rumors suggest that Apple is considering hosting a Mac-focused virtual event on Tuesday, November 17.

Report: New AirPods and AirPods Pro Coming in 2021, Delayed AirPods Studio, Mid-Range HomePods Also Possible

BloombergThis week’s Mark Gurman and Debby Wu described several upcoming Apple products that are said to be in development for release as early as 2021, including new AirPods and AirPods Pro, premium on-ear headphones dubbed AirPods Studio, and potentially even a HomePod range that would be positioned between the HomePod and the HomePod mini.

Interestingly, the report claims that Apple is aiming to remove the rods that fall under the ears on the AirPods Pro. The new version of AirPods Pro would instead have a more circular design, similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Buds.

MagSafe: all about Apple’s new iPhone 12 charging technology

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro models have a new feature called MagSafe which makes it easy to attach magnetic accessories to the back of devices. In our latest guide, we go over everything you need to know about Apple’s new charging system.

If you keep your iPhone in a leather case while charging with Apple’s new MagSafe charger, the case may show circular indentations due to contact with the accessory, according to an Apple support document. Apple also said that users should not place credit cards, security badges, passports, or key fobs between the iPhone and the MagSafe charger, as this could damage the magnetic strips or RFID chips in these devices. articles.

IPad Air vs iPad Pro 2020: Practical Comparison

Apple launched a new 10.9-inch iPad Air in September, but the device just started shipping to customers last week. We picked one to make a handy comparison with the iPad Pro, which was last updated in March, given that tablets share a lot of similarities.

The new iPad Air features a similar design to the iPad Pro, with an edge-to-edge display and a USB-C port. The device also has Apple’s latest A14 Bionic chip, while the iPad Pro still has an older A12Z Bionic chip. The new iPad Air is also Apple’s first device with Touch ID built into the power button, in place of Face ID.

We also shared hands-on experience with the iPhone 12 Pro this week, reviewing new features like the flat-edge design and 5G. Subscribe to MacRumors on YouTube for new Apple related videos every week!

iPhone 12 Pro lets you measure someone’s height instantly using LiDAR scanner

The iPhone 12 Pro models have a new LiDAR scanner for enhanced augmented reality experiences, but the sensor also enables another unique feature – the ability to instantly measure a person’s height.

To measure a person’s height, open Apple’s preinstalled Measure app and position the iPhone so that the person you want to measure appears on the screen from head to toe. After a brief moment, a line will appear on the screen at the top of the person’s head with their height measurement.

This feature is limited to devices with a LiDAR scanner, including the 2020 iPad Pro models and the upcoming iPhone 12 Pro Max.

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