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The iPhone 17 Pro series brought a noticeable design shift, and it looks like Apple isn’t done with that direction just yet. The same design language is expected to carry over to the iPhone 18 Pro lineup as well. What might change, though, is how Apple plays with color. Rumors suggest the 18 Pro series could arrive with a much more vibrant and playful palette, which would be a refreshing move. And honestly, it’s quite exciting to think Apple might finally loosen up and have a little fun here.
A colorful refresh, with some surprises
I have to admit, the Maroon finish looks stunning, at least based on the images we’ve seen so far. If it translates well in real life, it could easily be my pick. It’s one of those colors that feels fresh without trying too hard, and honestly, it’s about time Apple experimented a bit more here.
Beyond the new colors, a few interesting design tweaks are rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Reports suggest that the Dynamic Island could get smaller, with changes focused on the left side where the TrueDepth camera and Face ID sensors sit. If that happens, it could mean a slightly cleaner and less intrusive look up front. There’s also talk of Apple moving Face ID under the display, which would be a big shift. That said, this part is still very much unconfirmed, so it is best taken with a pinch of salt for now.
The slow and steady Apple approach
Let’s be honest, these Apple changes aren’t exactly groundbreaking. There’s always a sense that the company could do a lot more, but year after year, it chooses to roll out smaller, more measured updates, saving the big, dramatic shifts for later. It’s a slow-burn approach, and by now, it’s very on-brand.
Not everyone loves this, of course. Some people find it frustrating and want Apple to take bigger risks. Others prefer things exactly the way they are and don’t want their iPhones to change too much. And that balance is probably why Apple moves at this pace. It keeps things familiar while making just enough tweaks to feel new, or at least that’s one way to look at it. That said, there’s still a bit of excitement every year. You never really know which small change might make a noticeable difference in day-to-day use. Personally, I’m curious to see how it all comes together this time. If the updates feel meaningful enough, I might even consider jumping from an iPhone 17 to one of the newer Pro models.
Shimul is a contributor at Digital Trends, with over five years of experience in the tech space.
Google Pixel phones might soon block downgrading to an older Android build
Your next Pixel might not let you go back to an older Android version
Google could soon make it a lot harder for Pixel owners to downgrade to older Android builds. A new report suggests that a new change may roll out soon, expanding the anti-rollback protection feature, which is a security measure designed to stop devices from being flashed with older software. The main idea is to protect the devices against older software iterations that may contain known vulnerabilities.
That is the useful version of the story. The less fun version is that it could also remove a bit of flexibility from Pixel phones, especially for enthusiasts who like flashing older builds for testing, troubleshooting, or just getting off a buggy release.
Google Photos wants to stop you from accidentally ruining your snaps
A new editing flow cuts down mistakes and keeps your photos intact.
Google Photos is changing how you edit images on Android, and it’s focused on reducing unintended changes. If you’ve ever tapped a photo and triggered a tool you didn’t mean to use, this update is built to prevent that from happening again.
The app is removing gesture-based shortcuts that used to launch editing features with a tap or scribble. Those actions now require a clear selection inside the editor, which shifts the experience toward intent instead of speed. It’s a subtle redesign, but it changes how every edit begins.
Apple extends security updates to older iPhones at risk of hacking
For years, updating your iPhone meant committing to a new software design and features, whether you liked it or not. There was no option to stay on an older version and still get security fixes. You either moved forward or accepted the risks. But Apple is now doing something it almost never does. It is rolling out security updates for older iOS versions, even for iPhones that can run the latest software. That might sound small, but for Apple, this is a pretty big deal.
This shift didn’t happen randomly. It was pushed by a serious hacking technique called DarkSword. This exploit can take over certain iPhones running iOS 18 just by getting you to visit a compromised website. One wrong click and your phone could be compromised before you even realize something’s off. While users on the latest iOS were already protected, millions of people still using iOS 18 were left exposed. And that’s where the problem started to feel like a risk Apple couldn’t afford to ignore.
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