iPhone Air 2 expected to fix first-generation flaws and boost sales

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Following the lukewarm market reception of the original iPhone Air, which struggled partly due to its single-camera system and premium pricing, rumors are pointing toward Apple returning to the drawing board with an updated sequel often dubbed the iPhone Air 2. According to recent reports, Apple may address some of the Air’s biggest criticisms by adding a second rear camera — a feature that could significantly enhance photo and video capabilities compared with the first model. There’s also speculation that Apple might reconsider pricing strategy to make the device more competitive in its segment. The combination of improved photography hardware and better value positioning is expected to help the next-generation Air attract more buyers and escape the shadow of better-rounded iPhone models like the base and Pro lines. While official details remain unconfirmed, these adjustments could turn the Air into a stronger contender in the iPhone lineup.

OpenAI has taken a major step toward turning ChatGPT into more than just a conversational AI by launching an in-chat app store where users can access integrated experiences from third-party services — including Apple Music. With this integration now part of ChatGPT’s app directory, subscribers can discover, search for, and manage music directly in their chat interface without needing to switch apps. Users may create playlists, receive personalized recommendations based on their prompts, and even explore new tracks through natural language requests. This evolution reflects OpenAI’s broader vision of transforming ChatGPT into a platform for everyday tasks — from travel planning to entertainment — with the ability to complete actions, not just provide answers. The launch also invites developers to submit their own apps for review and publication inside the ChatGPT ecosystem, signaling a new era of interconnected AI experiences.

OpenAI has officially opened submissions for developers to publish apps inside ChatGPT’s new app store, marking a shift from AI chatbot toward a full-blown platform ecosystem. Unlike traditional app marketplaces, this directory exists within the ChatGPT interface itself and lets third-party tools and services integrate directly into AI conversations. Developers can now submit their applications for review, which, once approved, can be discovered and activated by users right in typical chat sessions. Early examples span music, productivity, travel, and design services, enabling ChatGPT not only to answer questions but to help with real-world tasks like making playlists, booking trips, or generating slides. The availability of an Apps SDK and submission pipeline opens up opportunities for independent developers and companies alike, turning ChatGPT into a more dynamic, modular environment. This expansion reflects OpenAI’s strategy to build a richer experience and broaden utility across personal and professional use cases.

In a subtle but notable change to Apple’s mapping platform, Apple Maps has discontinued the Flyover city tour feature — the automated aerial walk-through of famous landmarks that users could trigger in selected locations. This feature, which showcased a virtual tour guided through 3D Flyover imagery, was introduced over a decade ago but never became a mainstream navigation tool. With iOS 26, Apple removed the automated tour option, though the underlying 3D Flyover imagery remains available for manual exploration in many cities. The quiet removal suggests Apple is concentrating resources on more widely used navigation and place-finding tools rather than niche guided tours, which may have seen declining interest in the face of newer mapping and augmented navigation features. While Flyover itself isn’t gone entirely — manual aerial 3D views still exist — the loss of the automated city tour marks the end of an indulgent but underutilized aspect of Apple Maps.

Mozilla has appointed Anthony Enzor-DeMeo as its new CEO during a pivotal moment for the company and its flagship browser, Firefox. With this leadership change, Mozilla is signaling a significant strategic pivot toward integrating artificial intelligence features directly into Firefox and related products. Rather than abandoning its identity as an alternative to dominant browsers, Mozilla aims to evolve Firefox into a modern AI-enhanced browsing experience, incorporating AI tools that help users search, summarize, and interact with web content more effectively. While privacy, user control, and transparency remain core Mozilla values, the move reflects broader industry trends as browsers increasingly compete with built-in AI assistants and smart features from rivals. This strategy also aligns with Mozilla’s broader goal of expanding into a trusted software ecosystem — beyond just rendering web pages — and underscores the challenge of staying relevant amid rapid technological shifts.

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