If you've been waiting for a chance to try out all of Apple's upcoming operating system updates without a developer account, now's your chance, as Apple has launched public alphas for all of the updates.

This week saw the launch of the new M2 MacBook Air, the official end of the working relationship between Apple and Jony Ive, and a couple of special guests on the show.

Apple Releases Free iOS 16 Public Beta

Anyone with an older version of the phone can test out the new software for free.

There is a guide that explains how to install the public version of the update. The release ofiOS 16 should be for everyone in September.

iPadOS 16, macOS Ventura, watchOS 9 and tvOS 16 were released in public.

iOS 16 Public Beta: Seven New iPhone Features to Check Out

We have put together a list of seven new features that you should check out on your phone.

Our list includes six other useful new features that improve the overall experience of using an iPhone, despite the fact that the headline new feature of iOS 16 is the ability to personalize the Lock screen with multi-patterned wallpaper.

M2 MacBook Air Reviews: 'Apple's Near-Perfect Mac'

The new Macbook Air has a M2 chip. The first reviews of the new MacBook Air were shared by some media outlets, giving a closer look at the new notebook.

One of the reviews described the new MacBook Air as "Apple's near-perfect Mac," but be aware that the base model has slower speeds in comparison to the previous generation model.

The MacRumors Show: Ross Young Talks iPad and Mac

Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants and a well-known source of info for future Apple products, is a special guest on the latest episode of The Mac Rumors Show.

Young talked about some of the biggest leaks about Apple's plans for the next year and beyond, including a mini-LED version of the studio display with ProMotion support and a larger iPad model in 2023.

We spoke with Justine Ezarik about her impressions of the M1 MacBook Air, given that she's had around a week to use it. She shared her thoughts on the design and specifications, as well as how well it's holding up.

iOS 16 Hidden Features You Might Not Know About

There are some hidden or less prominent features that you might not know about.

If you're interested in learning more about the new features and improvements in the update, be sure to watch the video, which will show you 10 useful features.

Apple Ends Partnership With Former Design Chief Jony Ive

The New York Times reported this week that Apple and Jony Ive will no longer work together after 30 years.

Ive was involved in the design of some of Apple's most famous products. I worked as a consultant to Apple through LoveFrom.

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