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Scottish Sun
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Drivers can claim free screen upgrade in cars TODAY & your car will look posher than ever in seconds
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DRIVERS can unlock a clever upgrade for their car screens without paying a penny. You'll be able to make the inside of your car look much nicer thanks to a clever tech hack. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 Apple CarPlay is getting a major upgrade – and you can bag it early Credit: Apple 8 Normally you'd have to wait until September for the new look Credit: Apple Earlier this year, Apple showed off a brand new version of CarPlay. That's the iPhone-style interface you see on your car screen when you've got your Apple mobile with you. It gives your in-car screen a slick new 'Liquid Glass' look plus loads of clever new tricks, like letting you 'emoji react' to texts and a new driving safety feature. Normally you'd have to wait until iOS 26 comes out for the iPhone in September to get the new look – but there's a way to get it early. WHAT'S NEW IN CARPLAY IN IOS 26? There are loads of changes coming in the new update. The update is technically for your iPhone, but Apple CarPlay runs off your mobile – so your motor gets an upgrade too. For a start, it'll get a brand new "Liquid Glass" look. That's the swish redesign coming to the iPhone in September that makes the interface look more glassy and modern. "We have some great updates this year to make CarPlay more beautiful and even easier to use," said Emily Schubert, Apple's Director of Car Experience Engineering. "With iOS 26, the new design extends into the car for a consistent, expressive experience while you drive. "It brings updates across the whole system, including icons that look great in light or dark mode." Apple interview with Greg Joz Joswiak on new artificial intelligence, screening, hold assist, carplay, liquid glass and ios updates She called it "a must-have feature all over the world". It's not just a makeover, though. Your car's screen will also get some new features, including a safety feature so that incoming calls don't block your directions. That way, you won't suddenly be lost halfway around a giant roundabout. 8 Apple has updated CarPlay in the iOS 26 update for your iPhone Credit: Apple 8 The upgrade was revealed by Apple's Emily Schubert in California Credit: Apple "We've also added new features to help keep you connected while driving," Emily explained. "Like a compact design when you get a call so you can still see what's on the screen, like your upcoming directions. "Along with Tapbacks and pinned conversations in Messages." Tapbacks are the emoji reactions that you can currently use on Messages. IOS 26 SUPPORTED DEVICES – THE FULL LIST Here are the iOS 26 supported devices... iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 SE (3rd gen) iPhone SE (2nd gen) Picture Credit: Apple And they're being added to CarPlay as a quick way to reply without needing to send a full text. As well as that, Apple is adding widgets and Live Activities (showing ongoing info like sports scores) to your car's display. "iOS 26 also gives you widgets in CarPlay. They're quick and glanceable ways to get information, which is perfect while driving," Emily said. "As well as Live Activities so you can stay on top of what's important to you, like a friend's flight status, all done in a way to help you stay focused on the road." 8 New CarPlay adds Tapbacks so you can quickly reply to messages without typing Credit: Apple The updates will come to anyone with an iPhone that can get iOS 26 and a car that supports CarPlay. Apple says CarPlay is used more than 600 million times a day around the world, so the changes will affect a vast number of drivers. If you want to get it early, there's an easy way to do it. HOW TO GET IOS 26 EARLY You don't need to wait until September to try the new CarPlay. 8 The new 'Liquid Glass' design isn't just for iPhone – it's on CarPlay too Credit: Apple Apple tests out its software before the general release. This is called a beta test. And you can get the iOS 26 beta test on iPhone for free right now. But before you do, it's worth being cautious. Beta software is for testing, so you might find unexpected bugs or other problems. So if you have a spare iPhone – maybe your previous model is still in a drawer somewhere – then consider installing iOS 26 on that instead. That's especially smart if you're only wanting to use it for trying out the new CarPlay anyway. It's also worth making sure that all of your apps, messages and videos are backed up before you get on the beta. To join the beta, go to Apple's beta website, sign in with your account, and then register for it here. 8 You'll be able to add special widgets to your CarPlay Home Screen Credit: Apple Once you're in, restart your iPhone and you'll be able to see the beta update waiting for you in Settings > General > Software Update. Download the beta and your iPhone will update as normal. Once it's restarted after the update, you'll be running iOS 26. You'll also notice a new app called Feedback Assistant where you can tell Apple about how you're getting on. Now when you connect your iPhone to CarPlay with this new software, your car's screen will be upgraded too. 8 You'll also be able to view Live Activities – like the flight status seen here in the bottom-right corner Credit: Apple If you want to go back to regular iOS 18, you can switch back by going into Settings > General > Software Update again.
Scottish Sun
22-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Free iPhone upgrade for MILLIONS due in days – but you'll only get it if you change little-known setting
APPLE is about to roll out a major iPhone upgrade that millions of customers can claim. The new iOS 26 update brings loads of free features to your mobile, but it's technically not out until September – unless you skip the queue. 5 The new iOS 26 update is coming later this year – but you can claim it early Credit: Apple Before Apple hands out iOS 26 to everyone, it'll test the update through a "Public Beta". Back in June, Apple confirmed that this would take place "next month" i.e. July. That means there are just days left for Apple to start dishing out the public beta to anyone who signs up. Apple's iOS 26 makes a huge number of changes to your iPhone, including a major redesign called Liquid Glass. This gives your entire iPhone a glossy (and glassy) new look with translucent icons and menus. But the iOS update also adds some clever new features, including real-time language translation for texting, phone calls, and FaceTime. That means you can talk to someone who doesn't speak the same language as you – and you'll understand each other perfectly. There's also a new Hold Assist feature that will use a robot to wait on calls for you, and then alert you when the customer support person has picked up. As well as that, there's a Call Screening feature that will use a bot to vet unknown callers before they get through to you. The robot voice will answer the phone, then ask the caller who they are and what they want. Apples's big announcements from WWDC with a flurry new features for the gadgets you already own As the caller answers the question, their words will be transcribed on your screen in real-time. That way, you can decide whether to pick up or ignore it. It's an easy way to dodge spam (and potentially scam) calls. GET IOS 26 ON YOUR IPHONE EARLY So you're sold on the new update, but how do you actually get it? The answer for most people is to just wait around until September, when it'll turn up in Settings > General > Software Update. 5 There's a new Liquid Glass look for your iPhone Credit: Apple The exact details haven't been confirmed by Apple, but we've previously predicted the official iOS 26 release date as Monday, September 15. If you want it early, you can sign up to the public beta. Rumours suggest that could arrive as soon as Wednesday, July 23 – but at the very least, Apple has said that it'll be out in July. To join the public beta, just go to Apple's beta website, sign in, and register for it here. IOS 26 SUPPORTED DEVICES – THE FULL LIST Here are the iOS 26 supported devices... iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 SE (3rd gen) iPhone SE (2nd gen) Picture Credit: Apple 5 Once you've joined the Apple Beta program, you'll be able to download beta updates Credit: The Sun / Apple Once you've been approved for the beta, you'll be able to find it as a secondary update option in Settings > General > Software Update. If there's a new beta update, that's where you'll be able to claim it. I-CAREFUL But remember: beta tests are meant to be for trialling new software to help Apple squash bugs. For a start, that means that you should think about submitting your thoughts using the built-in Feedback Assistant app, which you'll find on your iPhone. 5 A new real-time translation feature lets you have phone conversations with people who don't speak your language Credit: Apple Secondly, using beta software means that you might experience bugs – and very serious ones. Apple recommends backing up your iPhone before installing the beta so that you don't lose anything. And keep in mind that you might find some features not working properly, or that your battery life is worse than usual, or some other strange problem entirely. Apple has already been testing out iOS 26 on developers so there's a good chance that the beta is running pretty smoothly by this stage – but sadly there's no guarantee it'll be great for you. 5 Call Screening uses a robot voice to vet unknown numbers before they get through to you Credit: Apple So if you have a spare iPhone that'll run the beta, consider using that instead.
The Irish Sun
22-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
Free iPhone upgrade for MILLIONS due in days – but you'll only get it if you change little-known setting
APPLE is about to roll out a major iPhone upgrade that millions of customers can claim. The new features to your mobile, but it's technically not out until September – unless you skip the queue. Advertisement 5 The new iOS 26 update is coming later this year – but you can claim it early Credit: Apple Before Apple hands out iOS 26 to everyone, it'll test the update through a "Public Beta". Back in June, Apple confirmed that this would take place " next month" i.e. July. That means there are just days left for Apple to start dishing out the public beta to anyone who signs up. Apple's iOS 26 makes Advertisement Read more on iPhone This gives your entire iPhone a glossy (and glassy) new look with translucent icons and menus. But the That means you can talk to someone who doesn't speak the same language as you – and There's also a new Advertisement Most read in Phones & Gadgets Exclusive As well as that, there's a The robot voice will answer the phone, then ask the caller who they are and what they want. Apples's big announcements from WWDC with a flurry new features for the gadgets you already own As the caller answers the question, their words will be transcribed on your screen in real-time. That way, you can decide whether to pick up or ignore it. It's an easy way to dodge spam (and potentially scam) calls. Advertisement GET IOS 26 ON YOUR IPHONE EARLY So you're sold on the new update, but how do you actually get it? The answer for most people is to just wait around until September, when it'll turn up in Settings > General > Software Update. 5 There's a new Liquid Glass look for your iPhone Credit: Apple The exact details haven't been confirmed by Apple, but we've previously predicted the official Advertisement If you want it early, you can sign up to the public beta. Rumours suggest that could arrive as soon as Wednesday, July 23 – but at the very least, Apple has said that it'll be out in July. To join the public beta, just go to Apple's beta website, sign in, and register for it IOS 26 SUPPORTED DEVICES – THE FULL LIST Here are the iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 SE (3rd gen) iPhone SE (2nd gen) Picture Credit: Apple 5 Once you've joined the Apple Beta program, you'll be able to download beta updates Credit: The Sun / Apple Advertisement Once you've been approved for the beta, you'll be able to find it as a secondary update option in Settings > General > Software Update. If there's a new beta update, that's where you'll be able to claim it. I-CAREFUL But remember: beta tests are meant to be for trialling new software to help Apple squash bugs. For a start, that means that you should think about submitting your thoughts using the built-in Feedback Assistant app, which you'll find on your iPhone. Advertisement 5 A new real-time translation feature lets you have phone conversations with people who don't speak your language Credit: Apple Secondly, using beta software means that you might experience bugs – and very serious ones. Apple recommends backing up your iPhone before installing the beta so that you don't lose anything. And keep in mind that you might find some features not working properly, or that your battery life is worse than usual, or some other strange problem entirely. Advertisement Apple has already been testing out iOS 26 on developers so there's a good chance that the beta is running pretty smoothly by this stage – but sadly there's no guarantee it'll be great for you. 5 Call Screening uses a robot voice to vet unknown numbers before they get through to you Credit: Apple So if you have a spare iPhone that'll run the beta, consider using that instead. WAIT, IOS 26? AREN'T WE ON IOS 18? You're not going crazy – here's what happened, via The Sun's tech editor Some of you might be confused as to why we're talking about iOS 26. After all, if you have a relatively recent iPhone, it'll probably be running iOS 18. And like you, I was also expecting Apple to show off iOS 19 this year. But at the company's big WWDC event in June, Apple revealed that it was skipping a load of software versions to catch up with the year that we're in. So iOS 26 will come out in 2025 (stay with me here), because it'll mostly be used in 2026. Then in late 2026, iOS 27 will likely be released – and will probably run through to September 2027. The idea is to make it all a bit less confusing. After all, we were expecting iOS 19, iPadOS 19, macOS 16, tvOS 19, watchOS 12, and visionOS 3. That, frankly, would've been a mess. So now we've got iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, tvOS 26, watchOS 26, and visionOS 26. Much cleaner. It should mean you know exactly what's coming next on all devices, and whether you're running the latest version. And it means if you have multiple Apple devices, you'll know that your iPhone and your MacBook are on the same year of software at a glance. Picture Credit: Sean Keach
Economic Times
19-07-2025
- Economic Times
Apple sues YouTuber Jon Prosser over iOS 26 leaks
Apple sues YouTube over IOS 26 leaks: Apple has filed a lawsuit in a California federal court against tech YouTuber Jon Prosser and Michael Ramacciotti, accusing them of stealing trade secrets related to the upcoming iPhone software update, iOS 26. According to a report by Reuters, Apple claims confidential information was leaked online before the official release. The lawsuit, filed on Thursday, states that Ramacciotti accessed details about iOS 26 using a phone issued to an Apple employee. He allegedly passed this information to Prosser, who then shared it in a video on his popular YouTube channel, Front Page Tech. Speaking to Reuters on Friday, Prosser denied intentionally taking part in any wrongdoing. He said, 'I certainly did not 'plot' to steal information nor did I know how it was obtained originally.' He added that he looks forward to sharing his side in court. Also Read: Apple leak: iPhone 17 may have the biggest battery capacity yet Who is Jon Prosser? Jon Prosser is a well-known figure in the tech world, best known for running the YouTube channel Front Page Tech. He regularly shares leaks and details about unreleased Apple products and January, Prosser was the first to share information about iOS 26, which is expected to be launched by Apple this fall. Apple's allegations According to the lawsuit, Prosser allegedly persuaded Ramacciotti, a product analyst and video editor, to access a development phone belonging to a friend who worked at Apple. Apple claims Ramacciotti 'needed money' and broke into the phone while staying at the friend's reported by the Times of India, Ramacciotti then showed the unreleased software to Prosser during a FaceTime call. Prosser is said to have recorded the call and used it to create "reconstructed" visuals of iOS 26 for his YouTube channel, generating ad revenue in the process. Apple has also stated that the employee, Ethan Lipnik, was dismissed from the company for failing to secure the development device. The company is now seeking both injunctive relief and damages. The iOS 26 leaks Prosser's video showcased several features from the unreleased iOS 26, including: A simplified Camera app, with streamlined buttons for switching between photo and video modes. A redesigned Messages app with round navigation buttons and a keyboard with rounded corners A new 'Liquid Glass' interface, featuring smooth, glass-like visuals, pill-shaped tab bars, and overall softer design elements.
