Apple iOS 13 for iPhones and iPads is now official and it is all your dreams come true.
After the success of iOS 12.3.1, Apple announced the launch of the most awaited iOS 13 at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on 3rd June. The newest iOS version will have the much awaited Dark Mode, redesigned Reminders and Messages apps and some general performance improvements. Here are some features to which you can look forward in iOS 13:
1) Dark Mode
iPhone has a beautiful new look with Dark Mode, a new dark colour scheme which works system wide. This feature can be accessed from the control center and when enabled, the background of the phone will turn black for a better viewing experience. At the WWDC, Apple showed how the Dark Mode will work for apps like Photos, Notes and Apple Music.
2) Revamped Photos
Apple has made browsing through Photos easier. The entire library will be curated in a way to highlight only the best pictures. It is redesigned to showcase important events in the past month or week or day. According to Apple, photos and videos will be intelligently organised to let us relive our best moments.
3) Photo editing made easy
Apple has also made editing photos simpler with new tools which are easy to apply. Portrait lighting adjustments can now be made in the Camera app. With iOS 13, most of the photo editing tools are now available for videos as well, which will enable us to crop, rotate or apply filters to videos.
3) Easy sign in with Apple ID
Apple is now introducing a new way of signing into apps and websites. Instead of filling out lengthy forms, Apple users can now use their Apple ID to authenticate and Apple vouches to protect their privacy with a unique random pin. With this feature, users can also authenticate using Face ID or Touch ID for an added layer of security.
4) Redesigned Health App
The Health app has also been redesigned in the upcoming iOS 13. The homepage will feature data about the user’s daily activities. Another highlight is the Hearing Health feature which will help the user understand how loud they play music through headphones. The Health app can now track menstrual cycle as well.
5) Messages
With iOS 13, messages can automatically share a user’s name and photo or a custom made animoji or memoji to easily identify the person in the message thread.
6) All new Maps
Apple Maps has also been redesigned with a feature which allows users to set locations they frequently visit as Home, Work, etc., and quickly navigate through them. Common places visited by a user can all be grouped.
7) New look for Reminders
The Reminders app also will now have a new look and Apple makes it easy to create and set reminders. There will also be more innovative ways to keep track of the reminders. It is also possible to tag someone in a reminder as Reminders will be deeply integrated with Messages. The reminder will pop up every time you message the person.
Apple is also planning to make certain changes to Siri, HomePod, Notes and CarPlay. Along with this, Apple is also working on some general performance improvements. Apple also announced, the operating system for iPads will now be called iPad OS.
It will be interesting to see how all these features will improve the overall performance of the phone and whether they will be worth the upgrade.
Comment below and let us know, for which of these features are you excited.
Stellantis has announced plans to introduce electric vehicles (EVs) from its Chinese joint venture partner Leapmotor in India, marking a key step in expanding its EV presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing automotive markets. The launch is expected to begin with assembly of completely knocked down (CKD) kits at Stellantis’ existing facility in Ranjangaon, Maharashtra, with potential for greater localization depending on market response.
Leapmotor International, a joint venture where Stellantis holds a 51% stake, has exclusive rights to export, sell, and manufacture Leapmotor EVs outside China. The initial India lineup will include the T03 compact hatchback, positioned to compete with the Tata Tiago EV, and the C10 midsize SUV, targeting rivals like the Hyundai Creta Electric and MG Windsor. Stellantis aims to introduce six Leapmotor EV models in India by 2027.
Leapmotor delivered nearly 300,000 vehicles globally in 2024, doubling its year-on-year sales. The brand is known for its in-house development of electric motors, AI chips, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
Shailesh Hazela, CEO and MD of Stellantis India, highlighted the company’s commitment to the Indian market and its focus on bringing premium, innovative EVs to upwardly mobile Indian consumers. While the exact launch timeline remains unconfirmed, Stellantis is targeting a debut by the end of 2025.
This move adds to the growing competition in India’s EV segment alongside brands like Vinfast and Tesla, as automakers race to capture market share in the country’s rapidly evolving electric mobility landscape.
CARS24, a leading online used-car marketplace, has acquired Team-BHP, India’s most trusted and active automotive forum, to deepen its connection with car enthusiasts and improve its technological capabilities. The acquisition will focus on strengthening Team-BHP’s product, technology, and AI features to deliver a better experience for its large community of automotive buyers and enthusiasts.
Team-BHP is renowned for detailed reviews and passionate discussions, making it a valuable platform for car buyers and sellers. By integrating Team-BHP’s expertise with CARS24’s marketplace, the combined platform aims to offer richer insights, improved market intelligence, and more personalized services to users exploring the used-car market.
This move follows earlier collaborations between the two companies, including a comprehensive report on India’s used car market trends in 2025, highlighting growing SUV demand and the dominance of pre-owned cars over new sales.
Overall, this acquisition positions CARS24 not just as a transaction platform but as a knowledge hub, combining community-driven insights with advanced technology to better serve India’s expanding used car market
Meta is developing its first true AR glasses, set to launch in 2027. Before the public release, employees will test the device starting in 2024. The company is also releasing new generations of Ray-Ban smart glasses in 2023 and 2025 with enhanced features like a “viewfinder” display.
Specifications and Features
The AR glasses are expected to feature OLED displays and Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets, offering sophisticated AR and AI capabilities. They will enable users to interact with virtual objects and project high-quality holograms of avatars onto the real world.
Design and Competition
Meta aims for a sleek design, potentially building on its Ray-Ban partnerships. The AR glasses market is competitive, with Apple and Google also investing heavily. Meta seeks to make its AR glasses a game-changer by offering a unique user experience.
Future Plans
In addition to AR glasses, Meta is expanding its VR offerings with new headsets like the Quest 3 and exploring other wearable technologies. The company is focused on reducing costs to make the AR glasses more consumer-friendly by launch.