Reactions add a 3D effect to FaceTime calls automatically when certain gestures are detected. Reactions are activated by hand gestures when they are performed away from the face and held in place. Reactions can also be shown when selected from the FaceTime Reactions menu during a call.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max introduces a groundbreaking tetraprism that bends light four times before reaching the sensor. Unlike traditional telephoto camera designs, which must fit lengthy lens assemblies into slim smartphone bodies, periscope cameras use prisms or mirrors to create a more compact, indirect light path.
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iPhone owners can pair a Bluetooth mouse or connect a USB mouse directly to their device, to be used as an alternative input to the touch screen. Some iPad users may already be familiar with using a mouse on Apple's mobile hardware, however there are a few extra steps to get a mouse working on iPhone. A mouse can be helpful for individuals who cannot use the touch screen, or for specific activities where the mouse lends extra control.
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Apple has officially designated its original Apple Watch as obsolete. This decision coincides with the launch of the Apple Watch Series 9, and marks the first instance where the 38mm and 42mm first-generation Apple Watch models have been included in the obsolete category.
Apple has added a new 48-megapixel file format to its iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro lineup. While it was previously possible to snap a 48 MP image in Apple ProRAW on these devices, iOS 17 and later includes the option for HEIF Max.
