In other news, Apple has released the first betas of iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3, following the recent launch of iOS 18.2, which introduced new AI features. Rumors suggest a new Apple TV is expected next year, and significant design changes are anticipated for future iPhones, including the "iPhone 17 Air." Additionally, the iPhone 17 Pro is rumored to maintain its triangular camera design.
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- Apple is in early negotiations with ByteDance and Tencent to integrate their AI models into iPhones sold in China, adapting its AI strategy for the Chinese market.
- iOS 18.2 has integrated OpenAI's ChatGPT globally, but it remains inaccessible in China due to regulatory restrictions.
- Apple's market position in China is challenged by competitors like Huawei, which saw a 42% sales surge in the third quarter.
- Apple has released the first betas of iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 to developers, following the recent release of iOS 18.2.