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News18
a day ago
- News18
iPhone 17 Pro And 17 Pro Max Launching In 2025: These 5 Upgrades Could Make Them Worthy
Last Updated: iPhone 17 Pro series are widely tipped to get major upgrades in design, camera and possibly the battery size. iPhone 17 Pro series is expected to launch in the next few months. Yes, we're almost there in 2025 when the big Apple event is held to announce the new iPhones. The latest Pro models will understandably carry some notable upgrades, and some design changes in the offing, at least going by the recent leaks. But when people pay a premium they expect the iPhone Pro to blow their mind with the camera features, and reports say Apple could bring as many as four new options for the shutterbugs. And if you are looking at the iPhone 17 Pro as a whole, we could have 5 big upgrades that are noteworthy and make the new iPhones exciting. Some Design Changes The iPhone 17 Pro design could be more durable than its predecessors as Apple is tipped to use aluminium instead of titanium for the chassis. The company has been doing well in the recent bend tests, and this new upgrade could play a big role in its strong body. The back of the iPhone 17 Pro series could see a mix of aluminium and glass material finish which could add style and substance to the models. The camera layout is also going to be part of the design change, with more room given for the triple sensors and some distance between the LED flash at the back. New Pro Hardware Apple will be offering the new Pro-level chipset for the iPhone 17 Pro series. Last year we got the A18 Pro version and now it is time to see the A19 Pro SoC powering the new Pro lineup for the company in 2025. TSMC will be using the 3nm process to manufacture the new hardware for the iPhones and going by the performance levels for the A18 Pro, you can definitely expect a major bump this year as well. Time For Telephotos Apple is rumoured to bring a new 48MP telephoto lens which should be a notable upgrade on the 12MP lens that the iPhone 16 Pro models got last year. This means Apple could bring a full set of 48MP sensors for its triple camera system with this year's iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max models. That's not all, we could also see the iPhone 17 Pro models get support for variable aperture with the new lens, also mentioned in multiple leaks recently. The New Selfie Game It is not just the back of the iPhone 17 Pro where we could see big upgrades, the front is also overdue for a new setup. And reports have widely talked about a new 24MP shooter packed under the notch with the 17 Pro models. The Pro models have always looked to stand out from the regular versions and for their top price, they have needed those upgrades. It is high time that Apple changes its focus on the front camera and really goes for the juggernaut which could happen this year. And with these changes, iPhone 17 Pros could offer dual-cam recording for the first time. The Big Battery Push Apple is likely to ditch its focus on making the iPhone 17 Pro models slim which could have a big impact on the size of the battery packing inside these devices. Now we can't say for certain about these figures, and Apple does its best to keep them a secret but we are hoping to see the mAh numbers to be bigger than what the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max offered. Will that also be complemented with faster charging speeds? We have been hearing these rumours for years but Apple does not bend, hopefully this year it changes. First Published: July 03, 2025, 07:30 IST
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Apple iPhone Sales Grow in China for First Time Since 2023 on Promotions
Apple iPhone sales in China grew 8% in the second quarter, according to a report from Counterpoint Research. It was the first such period of growth for Apple in China since the second quarter of 2023. The iPhone maker's bump in sales was driven in part by promotional pricing for the iPhone 16 lineup, Counterpoint said,Apple (AAPL) iPhone sales in China rose 8% year-over-year in the second quarter, the first period of quarterly growth in the country since 2023. The sales bump was driven in part by promotional pricing for the iPhone 16 lineup, particularly the Pro and Pro Max models, according to a report from Counterpoint Research. "Apple's adjustment of iPhone prices in May was well timed and well received, coming a week ahead of the 618 shopping festival," Counterpoint Associate Director Ethan Qi said. The 618 festival is an annual event in China during which brands typically offer discounts. Huawei, the Chinese smartphone giant, saw sales increase 12%, beating out Apple for the largest growth in the period. The company has done an effective job of capitalizing on brand loyalty in China, as consumers replace their old Huawei devices with new ones, Counterpoint said. Shares of Apple rose less than 1% soon after markets opened Thursday. The stock has lost roughly 15% of its value this year amid concerns about the impact of the Trump administration's tariffs given Apple's production footprint in China. The company has shifted production to India, which led President Donald Trump in May to threaten a 25% tariff on all iPhones produced outside the U.S. Read the original article on Investopedia Sign in to access your portfolio
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
NYT Connections Today: Hints and answers for July 3, 2025
Jul 03, 2025 06:16 PM IST The New York Times' daily word game Connections remains a favorite for puzzle lovers. Every day, it drops a fresh challenge where players must group 16 seemingly random words into four related categories. The July 3 edition came with the themes: Correspondence, Airport Board Info, Pro Athlete Data and Farmers' Things, as reported by Economic Times. NYT Connections hints and answers for July 3 Each puzzle resets at midnight and gives fans a new reason to return. Categories are color-coded by difficulty: Yellow is the easiest, followed by Green, Blue, and finally Purple, which tends to be the toughest. The hints for this day's puzzle gave players a fair shot: Yellow: Communication Green: Things you notice while traveling Blue: Common in sports uniforms Purple: Related to farming tools and aids The four-word groups turned out to be straightforward once the categories were cracked. NYT Connections July 3 puzzle answers by category Here are the correct word groupings: Communication group: Contact, Dealings, Exchange, Interaction - These words point to how people stay in touch or conduct business. Travel info group: Arrival, Destination, Flight, Gate - This group reflects what is commonly displayed at airports or transport hubs. Sports data group: College, Number, Position, Team - These are the usual details mentioned about professional athletes. Farming-related items: Almanac, Insurance, Market, Tarp - This set relates to tools or aids that farmers typically rely on. ALSO READ: Brain teaser: This colourful puzzle hides a mistake in plain sight. Can you spot it? FAQs: 1. What is the NYT Connections game? NYT Connections is a daily word puzzle by The New York Times where players group 16 words into four categories based on hidden links. 2. What were the NYT Connections themes on July 3, 2025? The categories were: Correspondence, Airport Board Info, Pro Athlete Data, and Farmers' Things. 3. What is the hardest category in NYT Connections? The Purple group is usually the hardest.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
BOULT enters premium over-ear market with new FluidX Pro headphones
BOULT has officially launched its FluidX series in India, headlined by the premium FluidX Pro headphones. Released on July 1, the new model debuts alongside a standard FluidX variant, expanding BOULT's product line in the competitive wireless headphone market. Positioned as a feature-rich flagship model, the FluidX Pro offers both Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC), a first for BOULT. It also supports adaptive listening modes, designed to switch based on ambient sound levels or user activity. The standard FluidX, which was available for purchase before the Pro's release, shares many core specifications with the latter, including 40mm drivers enhanced by BoomX bass technology, Bluetooth 5.4 for stable connectivity, and Combat Gaming Mode, which offers 60ms ultra-low latency for minimal audio lag. Both models include Blink & Pair™ for faster device pairing, and support popular voice assistants through onboard controls. In terms of battery life, the FluidX Pro delivers five hours of playback on a 10-minute charge while the standard FluidX delivers up to 60 hours on a full charge and three hours from a 10-minute top-up, appealing to travellers or heavy users. Design-wise, both headphones are IPX5 water-resistant with foldable frames, rotating ear cups, and adjustable headbands, aimed at enhancing portability and comfort. The Pro is available in Raven Black and Skin Beige, while the standard model is offered in Black, Green and Ivory White. The launch comes as BOULT continues to compete in India's crowded audio market, which includes global players like Sony, JBL and OnePlus. By integrating features like dual-mode noise cancellation and low-latency support, BOULT aims to target an audience of gamers looking for high-performance audio. 'The FluidX series is a testament to the many conversations we've had with our users, coming alive in one powerful series,' said Varun Gupta, Co-Founder and CEO at BOULT. 'We've built something that doesn't just adapt to lifestyles, but powers them.' Fluid X Pro is priced at Rs 7,999 across all platform and Fluid X at Rs 5,999. Both headphones are now available for purchase via Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Google rolls out Veo 3 in India for all Pro subscribers via Gemini app
Google has started rolling out their latest AI video generation model Veo 3 to the Gemini app for all Pro subscribers globally including India. Launched at their Google I/O conference held in May, Veo 3 was commended for including audio effects like dialogue, background noise and other natural sound effects in their clips. The clips can be up to 8 seconds long. At Google I/O, the company had said that Veo 3 will be available to Google AI Ultra subscribers who are paying $249.99 per month but now the tool will be accessible to all AI Pro subscribers who pay $19.99 per month Josh Woodward, VP at Google Labs and the Gemini app said that Pro users will get three video generations per day, on X. Once they have reached this limit, Pro users can continue generating video clips using Veo 2. The roll out will be done gradually in 159 countries.
