Apple’s new phones are here

Key Points:

• Apple released the iPhone 18 Pro with notable refinements such as a variable-aperture main lens, improved battery, a new chip, and new colors, though prices have increased by $100.
• Meta introduced Muse, a new AI agent that can chat, search the web, and connect to apps like Instagram and Gmail, available for free with usage limits but prone to hallucinations.
• Sony relaunched a second generation of its popular WH-1000XM4 headphones featuring an updated sound profile and Bluetooth 6, priced at $299.99, offering a more affordable alternative to the XM6.
• Philips Hue unveiled the Play Screen Sync camera, which syncs TV content with Hue lights for an immersive experience, priced at $119.99, while Dbrand launched a minimalist line of smartphone accessories.
• The Installer community shared diverse recommendations including TV shows, games, music, and apps like Yuka for scanning product safety, with the editor planning to share travel tips for work trips in upcoming issues.