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Apple raised iPhone prices in Japan by up to 11% on July 17, affecting the iPhone 17 lineup, iPhone Air, and iPhone 16e. The entry-level iPhone 17 now costs 142,800 yen ($879.29), up from 129,800 yen. The increase is likely due to the weak yen, which recently hit a 40-year low.
The article argues that despite the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro launch, consumers should consider buying the current iPhone 17 Pro instead. It contends that the iPhone 18 Pro offers only modest upgrades like a smaller Dynamic Island and variable aperture, while facing significant price hikes that may not justify the improvements.
This commentary argues that iOS 27's most impactful features are understated improvements to Control Center and Photos, rather than flashy AI updates. The author contends that subtle optimizations, such as better toggle access and landscape orientation support, significantly enhance daily usability.
Apple's AutoMix feature in Apple Music receives a significant upgrade in iOS 27, using remixing techniques to create seamless, DJ-like transitions. The feature is also coming to tvOS and HomePod. iOS 27 is available now in public beta.