Apple has released new iPhones, AirPods and accessories. The Verge's Installer newsletter runs through what is worth knowing.
The iPhone 18 Pro gets a variable-aperture main camera, a better battery, a new chip and new colours. Prices start $100 higher than before, and some older iPhones also cost more.
AirPods 5 have better noise cancelling and start at $129. Sony has brought back its popular WH-1000XM4 headphones as a cheaper version at $299.99.
🔍 The Backstory
Apple usually makes small yearly updates to its Pro phones. Reviewers describe this as a refinement year rather than a big redesign.
Sony's XM4 headphones were a favourite before being discontinued last year. The new version keeps the same look but adds a fresh sound profile and Bluetooth 6.
Meta also launched a free AI agent called Muse, which can search the web and connect to apps. The reviewer liked its speed but found it made things up, including fake song lyrics.
🎯 Why It Matters
Phone prices keep climbing, so upgrading costs more each year. Cheaper options like the new AirPods and Sony headphones give buyers more choice.
Apple has released new iPhones, AirPods and accessories. The Verge's Installer newsletter runs through what is worth knowing.
The iPhone 18 Pro gets a variable-aperture main camera, a better battery, a new chip and new colours. Prices start $100 higher than before, and some older iPhones also cost more.
AirPods 5 have better noise cancelling and start at $129. Sony has brought back its popular WH-1000XM4 headphones as a cheaper version at $299.99.
Apple usually makes small yearly updates to its Pro phones. Reviewers describe this as a refinement year rather than a big redesign.
Sony's XM4 headphones were a favourite before being discontinued last year. The new version keeps the same look but adds a fresh sound profile and Bluetooth 6.
Meta also launched a free AI agent called Muse, which can search the web and connect to apps. The reviewer liked its speed but found it made things up, including fake song lyrics.
Phone prices keep climbing, so upgrading costs more each year. Cheaper options like the new AirPods and Sony headphones give buyers more choice.