This week, there was some speculation regarding iPhone 17 Pro and next-gen Vision Pro, and Apple also made available iOS 18.4.1, which not only patched security vulnerabilities but also resolved some wireless CarPlay issues.
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iPhone 17 Pro, Vision Pro 2, and Siri Updates: What’s Coming in Apple’s 2025 Plans
iPhone 17 Pro Launching This Year with 12 New Features
Rumors about the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max are warming up following a number of potential upgrades when they finally launch later this year. These changes might include a much larger rear camera bump, enhanced front-facing and telephoto cameras, a more scratch-resistant display, and new chipsets, such as an A19 Pro and Apple’s custom Wi-Fi 7 chip.
10 Apple Products Still Coming in 2025
That leaves plenty planned for next year, after last month’s Mac and iPad updates, like the iPhone 17 in September. Also expected: new Apple Watch models, refreshed AirPods Pro, and more Mac updates. And there might even be some surprises, so check out the complete list of what Apple has in the pipeline.
Apple Releases Wireless CarPlay Fix
Apple issued iOS 18.4.1, a routine update that, in addition to security fixes, addresses a rare issue that prevented a wireless CarPlay connection in some vehicles. Affected users are offered smoother connectivity following the update.
Apple’s 20th Anniversary iPhone May Be All Screen
But whispered plans have Apple doing something special for the 20th-anniversary iPhone in 2027, possibly with former design chief Jony Ive’s vision of an all-glass device. Achieving this may involve removing the Dynamic Island and moving components like Face ID under the screen by 2026, with the front-facing camera potentially following in 2027.
Vision Pro 2 to Be Lighter and Cheaper
The next-gen Vision Pro is expected to be both lighter and more affordable than the current model, which has had a lukewarm reception. A new “midnight” color, similar to the bluish-black shade seen on other Apple products, may also debut.
Delayed Siri Features to Arrive This Fall
Apple recently postponed the launch of its Apple Intelligence-powered Siri updates, initially expected by mid-2025. While there’s speculation these features could arrive by early 2026, reports suggest they might debut this fall, possibly with the first iOS 19 update.
FAQs
When will the iPhone 17 Pro be released?
The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to launch later this year with several new features.
Will the Vision Pro 2 be cheaper than the current model?
Yes, the Vision Pro 2 is rumored to be both lighter and more affordable than the current version.
