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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
F1 movie: Apple unveils world's first haptic movie trailer for Joseph Kosinski's ‘F1'
Apple has launched a groundbreaking promotional feature for its upcoming racing film F1, introducing the world's first haptic-enabled movie trailer. The immersive trailer, which can be viewed on iPhones running iOS 18.4 via the Apple TV app, gives users a tactile experience of key moments from the film. The trailer uses the iPhone's Taptic Engine to synchronise vibrations with the on-screen action, allowing viewers to feel events like roaring engines, tire skids, and even subtle moments like the click of a seatbelt or a bouncing ball. It mirrors the multi-sensory effects of 4DX theaters but delivers the experience through a smartphone for the first time. Experience the new @F1Movie trailer on iPhone in a way only Apple can deliver. — Tim Cook (@tim_cook) June 11, 2025 Starring Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, F1 follows a former Formula One driver who is called out of retirement to mentor a rising talent, played by Damson Idris. Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the film is set for theatrical release on June 27 and will later be available on Apple TV. To access the haptic trailer, users must update their iPhones to iOS 18.4, open the Apple TV app, and select the specially marked F1 trailer. Viewers will feel dynamic feedback throughout the trailer such as acceleration bursts and tension-filled crashes. This marks a first in cinematic promotion, bringing haptic technology that's commonly used in gaming into the world of film.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
The pros and cons of updating your iPhone with iOS 26
Apple unveiled its new iOS update at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) this week – but it has already divided users. The new iOS 26 will be available in developer beta this month, and showcases a new 'liquid glass' look for the operating system. The update is known as iOS 26 thanks to next year being 2026, and Apple will also rebrand Mac OS and WatchOS in the same way. Apple's Tim Cook described it as, "Expressive. Delightful. But still instantly familiar." Expressive. Delightful. But still instantly our new software design with Liquid Glass. — Tim Cook (@tim_cook) June 9, 2025 Users on social media were quick to criticise the new look, which Apple described in a release as being "crafted with liquid glass — a new translucent material that reflects and refracts its surroundings, bringing greater focus to content, and delivering a new level of vitality across controls, navigation, app icons, widgets, and more. 'The new design extends to the home screen and lock screen, making them more personal and expressive than ever. Alan Dye, Apple's vice president of Human Interface Design, has described the update as 'the broadest software design update ever' from the company, saying: 'It combines the optical qualities of glass with a fluidity only Apple can achieve, as it transforms depending on your content or context.' The new liquid glass interface streamlines and simplifies apps like safari, camera and photos, helping users to focus. It adds transparent overlays and animation effects, including transparent app icons. Apple Intelligence is also more tightly integrated into the OS with functions like live translation built into apps. The new look is inspired by the visionOS software inside Apple's expensive vision pro headset. The look is translucent, with the option for translucent icons and windows that Apple says, 'behave like glass in the real world.' But despite the flashy new look, Apple claims it will not impact battery life. Apple has significantly revamped the phone experience, with call screening, showing users details of the caller on screen, and the option to screen messages in messages. A new layout in the phone app gathers favourites, recents and voicemails into one screen. A new hold assist alerts on-hold users when a live agent is available. The look represents a radical departure for the OS, and many users are not happy about it. One user complained on X that the new liquid glass "looks abysmal and is a perfect example of focusing on form/prettiness/design over of functionality/readability/practicality". Another wrote: "Steve Jobs would never have approved of this. Liquid glass seemed cool when I first saw it, but in reality it's just annoying to my eyes in most cases." the new liquid glass looks abysmal and is a perfect example of focusing on form/prettiness/design over of functionality/readability/practicality like, what are we doing here — puddi (@puddi) June 9, 2025 Steve Jobs would of never approved glass seemed cool when I first saw it, but in reality it's just annoying to my eyes in most cases. — Joey 👟 (@SolanaJoeyy) June 10, 2025 It remains possible that Apple will tone down the liquid glass effects before the software leaves beta testing, but as it stands it looks like an extremely radical reinvention. Users have already expressed fears that the software may not run well on older devices, or devices with weak batteries. My 85% battery health iPhone 13 trying to run Liquid Glass on iOS 26 — GSX (@GigaSyntax) June 9, 2025 Other users have voiced concerns over the widespread use of AI in the device. Apple AI was widely criticised at launch, and will now be integrated into almost every part of the operating system, with users able to search and take action using AI inside any app. AI is now baked into many functions of the operating system, with users able to ask ChatGPT questions about what they are looking at on screen. Live translation will be built into messages, facetime and phone, and is able to translate in real-time between different languages. Visual intelligence also recognises when users are looking at events, and offers a suggestion to instantly add it to the calendar. Users can now also send Apple cash within chats. Apple Intelligence is now baked into maps, so that, for instance, the app can warn of delays on a user's usual route home. There are also updates to child accounts, making it easier for parents to limit screen time and block sensitive content. The new software will be available to developers this month, and a public beta test will be available in July. Different beta releases will continue on both developer and public beta tests through summer. Apple usually releases new versions of iOS to the public in September, alongside the new crop of iPhones. This new iOS is a radical reinvention, so there is a possibility of delay, but the third week of September seems the likeliest time for launch.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
What is Liquid Glass? A new material launched in WWDC 2025
AllNewsAppsScience And Future Apple introduces a delightful and elegant new software design - Liquid Glass | Credit: Apple About Liquid Glass: Apple unveiled Liquid Glass, a groundbreaking design language that will be available on iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26 at WWDC 2025. Perhaps the most significant visual update since iOS 7 in 2013, this daring change combines translucency, depth, and fluidity to promise a cohesive, immersive experience across all Apple devices. What is Liquid Glass? Expressive. Delightful. But still instantly familiar. Introducing our new software design with Liquid Glass. — Tim Cook (@tim_cook) June 9, 2025 Apple CEO Tim Cook calls the new software design, or aesthetic, Liquid Glass "Expressive." Wonderful. Yet instantly recognizable." Apple claims that the "look" rapidly identifies programs and system experiences and enhances their expressiveness and enjoyment. It is translucent, acts like glass in the real world, and intelligently adjusts its color to light and dark conditions based on the content around it. Unlike earlier incarnations, the new design will work with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, and watchOS 26. How will Liquid Glass work on devices? Apple's Human Interface Guidelines now train developers to adopt Liquid Glass in SwiftUI, UIKit, and AppKit using updated APIs—allowing apps to harmonize with Apple's broader aesthetic and build spatial hierarchy into app design iPhones: App icons, Control Center, lock screen numerals, and the keyboard now feature layered translucency and subtle 'droplet' tap animations iPads & macOS: Sidebars and widgets float above backgrounds with depth, and macOS includes a transparent menu bar and desktop widgets for more personalization watchOS & tvOS: Apple's press release confirms the theme extends to Apple Watch and TV with matching visual consistency Why now? Strategic Vision and Hardware Leverage Hardware synergy: Apple attributes the ability to create complex effects in real time to the use of current chips (A18 and M series) and graphics engines. Platform-wide coherence: Liquid Glass guarantees that Apple's design scales into future hardware and provides a visual foundation for upcoming goods, such as reports of an ultracurved, all-glass iPhone for 2027 ("Glasswing"). Apple's most daring design shift in years is represented by Liquid Glass, an interface that was created to work with both software and hardware. Although it still needs work in terms of readability and polish, it foreshadows Apple's goal of creating a seamless, integrated ecosystem. As developers adopt its API and public beta testing starts, Liquid Glass is likely to become the foundation of Apple's upcoming user interfaces. For the latest and more interesting tech news, keep reading Indiatimes Tech. First Published: Jun 11, 2025, 15:52 IST I am a versatile content writer who enjoys creating interesting, educational, and SEO-friendly content. I've spent over 4 years honing my talents in generating interesting articles, blog posts, product descriptions, and social media content. My writing style is adaptable, allowing me to cover a wide range of topics, from technology and trends to travel and lifestyle. I have a great command of language and a keen eye for detail, so my content is error-free and polished. I enjoy researching and providing well-researched, factually accurate material. Read More 11/6/2025 15:56:48
NDTV
4 days ago
- NDTV
Apple's 'Liquid Glass' UI Update Out In iOS26 Developer Beta: Here's How To Try It
Apple has released the iOS 26 developer beta update, hours after announcing its new software at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 in California. The biggest change has been the introduction of a new UI design language, dubbed 'Liquid Glass', with Apple rolling out the feature in its developer beta to give app makers time to optimise the apps before the software officially launches. Since it is beta software, there could be bugs and the software may itself feel unstable, especially in the earlier versions. Hence, those using the device for daily use are advised not to install beta software. Wait for the official launch to use it on Apple devices. How to download iOS 26 developer beta? To use the developer beta, the iPhone must be signed in with the Apple Account the user uses to sign into the Apple Developer website. If you are not a developer already, become one by visiting the enrollment page. For devices running iOS 16.4 or later, opting for the developer beta is rather easy: Go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates and choose the Developer beta. When a new developer beta is available, you can install it from Software Update. For devices running iOS 16.3 or earlier Download the configuration profile. Tap Settings > General > Software Update. Tap 'Download and Install'. If prompted, enter your passcode. Expressive. Delightful. But still instantly familiar. Introducing our new software design with Liquid Glass. — Tim Cook (@tim_cook) June 9, 2025 What is Apple Liquid Glass? Liquid Glass is a new design interface language by Apple that is translucent and behaves like glass in the real world. Its colour is informed by the surrounding content and intelligently adapts between light and dark environments. During Monday's announcement, Apple stated that the new UI feature extends to the smallest elements that users interact with, ranging from buttons, switches, sliders, text to tab bars and sidebars for navigating apps. Notably, for the very first time, the new design extends across platforms: iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26.
