The Golden Glow: Here's What to Expect from the iPhone 16 Pro

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Good morning, Tech Squad! Whether you’re eyeing the next golden iPhone or curious about Tesla’s Hollywood moment, today’s roundup has something for everyone. Apple’s latest features are promising to make your life (and photos) a little cleaner, while Sonos is trying to fix its own mess. Let’s dive in.

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Musk’s Tesla Robotaxi To Debut In Hollywood

Elon Musk is taking Tesla’s showbiz ambitions up a notch, reportedly planning to unveil the long-awaited Tesla robotaxi on October 10 at the Warner Bros. Studios lot in Burbank. Originally slated for August, the event was postponed, sparking rumors about the readiness of Musk’s mysterious new project.

The robotaxi reveal seems to be a classic Musk move—shifting the spotlight after Tesla reportedly scrapped plans for a budget-friendly electric car earlier this year. While Musk initially denied those rumors, the robotaxi announcement followed swiftly, giving fans something new to buzz about.

Musk’s autonomous dreams have been in the works for a while, with promises dating back to 2020 that Tesla’s self-driving tech was almost ready to hit the streets. Yet, despite videos showcasing Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” capabilities (sometimes in less-than-flattering scenarios), regulatory approval remains elusive.

Why Warner Bros.? No one knows. But in the current political climate, Musk’s polarizing persona might make this Hollywood partnership a bit of a head-scratcher.

Let’s just hope October 10 doesn’t become another “to be continued.”

iPhone 16 Pro: A Golden Glow Up or Zune 2.0?

When Apple pulls back the curtain on the iPhone 16 Pro this September, the tech world is buzzing about a new gold-colored titanium finish joining the lineup. But what exactly does “gold” mean this time around? Depending on who you ask, the rumored hue has ranged from a shiny bronze to something eerily close to the color of a Microsoft Zune. But now, a new leak is giving us a better idea of what to expect.

This latest info comes from a reliable source who nailed the iPhone 15 Pro’s natural gray titanium finish last year, so odds are this gold prediction is on point - take a look at the image above from 9to5Mac. And based on the sneak peek, it seems Apple is going for a subtler, more sophisticated gold rather than something flashy or brash.

But the color isn’t the only thing to talk about. If you zoom in on the case design, you’ll notice a new cutout near the sleep/wake button. Word on the street is this is for a dedicated capture button—perfect for snapping photos without fumbling around with the Camera app.

As for the gold itself, the jury’s still out. Is it a chic new “Desert Titanium,” or does it risk veering into Zune territory? The full reveal on September 9 will settle it, but feel free to start debating in the comments.

The Sonos App Meltdown: Here’s the Plan

Sonos’ app has been causing a storm of frustration among users, dealers, and installers alike. After rolling out a major redesign in April, what was supposed to be a shiny, new experience turned into a nightmare of bugs, missing features, and general chaos. In response, Sonos has done something a bit unconventional—they’ve created a public Trello board to document their progress on fixing the app.

Keith Nieves, Sonos’ Social & Community Manager, took to Reddit to announce the Trello board, calling it a way for users to stay updated on their “path to a normal core app.” This isn’t the first time a company has used Trello to track bugs—Fortnite has been doing it for ages—but it is a first for Sonos.

The app’s issues have been piling up since the redesign. Users complained about everything from missing basic features like alarm settings to serious performance hiccups that rendered speakers useless. Even Sonos CEO Patrick Spence admitted back in July that the app had “significant problems” and laid out a roadmap for fixes.

For now, Nieves is running the Trello board solo, posting updates and patch notes. It’s not a comprehensive list of every issue, but he’s asking users to PM him if they encounter unlisted bugs. It’s a step in the right direction, but for many, it might feel like too little, too late.

Apple Intelligence “Clean Up” Feature Scrubs Your Photos Clean

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Apple’s diving into the generative AI game with its new “Clean Up” feature in Photos, part of the recently announced Apple Intelligence suite. The idea? You can now zap unwanted objects or people out of your photos, like that stranger who photobombed your perfect beach shot. Sound familiar? That’s because Google’s Magic Eraser has been doing this for a while, and it’s even available on iPhones via Google Photos. But now, iOS users who haven’t hopped on the Google train can finally get a taste of this magic, Apple-style.

Right now, Clean Up is exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max and is only available to those daring enough to install the iOS 18.1 developer beta. But if you’re up for it, just pick an image, hit the new Clean Up button in Edit, and start removing anything that’s ruining your shot. Tap, brush, or circle the unwanted element, and Apple’s AI will handle the rest.

Of course, running beta software isn’t without risks. Bugs can and do happen, so proceed with caution. But for those willing to give it a whirl, you’re just a few taps away from cleaner photos.

Apple Finally Expanding Vision Pro Content: New Games, Apps, and Immersive Videos!

Apple is leveling up its Vision Pro headset with a fresh lineup of spatial experiences that include new games, apps, and exclusive video content. Whether you’re into physics-based puzzles, immersive sports apps, or breathtaking virtual travel, there’s something new for everyone.

Among the headliners is Castle Crumble, a physics-based puzzle game that lets you strategically dismantle castles in a fully 3D environment. Using hand gestures, you can unleash explosives, cast spells, and unlock boosts to bring those virtual fortresses down. It’s already live on the App Store, so you can dive in right away.

Next up is Puzzle Sculpt, dropping on September 5. This relaxing, immersive game invites you to solve puzzles in a 3D space, brought to life by Schell Games, the studio behind some of the most innovative gameplay experiences.

For the golf aficionados, Immersion Golf by Tag Heuer offers detailed 3D maps of nearly 40,000 courses worldwide, perfect for planning your strategy before hitting the green. And if you’re into creating your own fun, Sandblox: The Marble Game lets you build and share marble runs and physics puzzles using intuitive hand tracking.

Other notable additions include Pinball Nation, which turns your living room into a virtual pinball arcade straight out of the ‘80s, and Beat Slash - Mixed, a rhythm game where you slash beats in time with the music using virtual swords.

On the video front, Apple Immersive Video is expanding with Elevated, an aerial travel series offering stunning views from around the world, launching on September 6. Sports fans can also catch 4 Minutes Inside Super Bowl LVIII, providing an up-close and immersive look at the intense atmosphere of the big game.

There are also updates to existing apps: the PGA TOUR app now supports SharePlay, so you can watch golf with friends, while Synth Riders on Apple Arcade has added a new Adrenaline Pack, featuring punk and ska tracks to keep you moving.

With these new additions, Apple is clearly committed to making Vision Pro a must-have for immersive content lovers.