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The world of smartphones is constantly evolving, and Apple is often at the forefront. Apple has announced significant changes for 2024 that will improve support for third-party displays and batteries for iPhones. These innovations promise more flexibility for users.
Apple recently published a comprehensive white paper published, which provides deeper insights into future support for third-party components. This initiative aims to make it easier to use non-Apple components without sacrificing the quality and functionality you're used to. This is a significant step that shows that Apple is listening to the needs and wishes of its users. Let's take a closer look at the announced changes.
support for third-party displays
True Tone function
One of the most outstanding announcements concerns support for the True Tone feature on third-party displays. Until now, True Tone was disabled when an iPhone display came from a third-party manufacturer. This was due to the precise calibration required, which often could not be guaranteed on non-Apple displays. Starting in 2024, this will change.
What is True Tone?
True Tone automatically adjusts the color temperature of the display based on the ambient light to provide a more natural viewing experience.
Activation on third-party displays:
- Starting next year, users will be able to enable True Tone on third-party displays as well. This means you can still enjoy the best display performance even if you choose a third-party display. If the display doesn't meet your expectations, you can always turn True Tone off in the settings.
This change will benefit many users who source their displays from third-party vendors, either for cost or availability reasons.
Support for third-party batteries
battery status data
Another highlight of the announcement concerns third-party batteries. Currently, iPhones equipped with non-original batteries do not display detailed battery health data. This will also change in the course of 2024.
What will change?
Starting in late 2024, iOS 18 will display detailed information such as maximum capacity and cycle count for third-party batteries as well, but a notification will indicate that Apple cannot verify the accuracy of this data.
Background:
- Apple's decision is based on internal analysis that showed that some third-party batteries sold as new were actually used and had manipulated data. This change is intended to create transparency and better inform users.
This innovation will be especially useful for those who use their iPhones for longer periods of time and rely on third-party batteries.
Third-party components: Apple improves integration
Apple's announced changes mark an important step towards better support and flexibility for iPhone users. With improved support for third-party displays and batteries, Apple is ensuring that you can continue to enjoy the best user experience even if you choose to use third-party components. These measures reflect Apple's commitment to improving the repairability and longevity of its devices. (Photo by Poravute Siriphiroon / Bigstockphoto)
