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Top Stories: iOS 18.1 Release Date, New Macs Incoming, and More

Apple Leaks Worse Than a Politician’s Tax Returns?!

Hold onto your hats, folks, because it seems Apple’s had a security breach that would make the Pentagon blush. We’re not talking a stolen password here, oh no. We’re talking full-blown, “oops, we left the new MacBook Pro in a cab” level of leak. Apparently, someone got their hands on the M4 MacBook Pro before it was even announced, and let’s just say, the internet is abuzz.

Alleged M4 MacBook Pro Leak Video

So, what’s the big deal? Well, this “accidental” reveal suggests the M4 MacBook Pro is getting a serious upgrade. Faster speeds, more RAM, a “Space Black” color option…it’s like Apple’s trying to make their own laptops obsolete before they even hit the shelves. And who could forget the two external displays? Finally, people who like to work with more than one window at a time can rejoice.

But the leak-fest doesn’t stop there. Mark Gurman, the Apple whisperer himself, is saying that Apple is planning a big hardware launch on November 1st. This could include the M4 MacBook Pro, a redesigned Mac mini, a new iMac, and even a new iPad mini. It’s like Christmas in November for Apple fans.

M4 Real Feature Red

Oh, and speaking of new stuff, have you heard about the new “Vitals” app in watchOS 11? Apparently, it can predict when you are going to get sick even before you feel the sniffles coming on. This could be huge for all you hypochondriacs out there! “I’m not sick, my watch told me I might be getting sick!” will be the new “dog ate my homework”. Just imagine, Apple Watch telling you you’ve got the flu a week before your big date…romance is dead, folks.

watchos 11 vitals

And lastly, for those of you who live in areas with spotty cell service (or who just really like to text in remote locations), iOS 18 is here to save the day! With “Messages via satellite”, you can now send texts even if you don’t have a cell signal. This is great news for hikers, campers, and anyone who has ever been stuck in a dead zone and really needed to send that “lol” to their friend’s hilarious cat video.

iOS 18 Messages via Satellite

So there you have it folks, another week in the wild world of Apple. Leaks, new products, and the ability to text from space. What will they think of next?

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Tayler Morgan Apple
Content Creator | Former Apple Sales Specialist | @hitomidocameraroll

From the sales floor to the critic's corner, I'm a former Apple Sales Specialist who's not afraid to tell it like it is. Get my honest takes on the iPhone, Mac, and everything Apple. | Los Angeles, California.

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