October is drawing to a close with a lot to talk about in terms of new hardware and software releases from Apple.

We had a hands-on look at Apple's new iPad, as well as a rumor about Apple's biggest-ever iPad.

iOS 16.1 Released: Here's Everything New

It was a busy week for Apple, as they released a number of new features for their products.

Live Activities in third-party apps, as well as support for Matter accessories, are some of the new features in the latest version of the operating system.

New iPad Pro models and a redesign of the iPad were launched this week. We showed off the devices on our channel. Next week, the new Apple TV 4K will be available.

Apple Releases iPadOS 16 With Stage Manager and More

The iPadOS 16 was finally released to the public this week. Stage Manager is a new feature that allows multiple apps to be used in the same window.

Stage Manager has been criticized as a poorly tested feature with a confusing constellation of missing features.

macOS Ventura: 50 New Features and Changes Worth Checking Out

We shared a list of 50 new features and changes that are worth checking out in the next software update.

A major update that introduces a new multitasking experience on the Mac with Stage Manager, overhauls multiple stock apps like Mail and Messages, adds support for using an iPhone as a Mac's webcam, and more, is macOS Ventura.

Apple Rumored to Release Larger 16-Inch iPad Next Year

According to a report this week, Apple is working on a bigger iPad that will be released in the fourth quarter of 2020. The largest-ever iPad model would be this one.

The larger iPad would have the same screen size as the MacBook Pro, giving users a larger canvas to work with. A 14-inch iPad Pro was rumored to be in the works.

Apple Admits It Will Have to Comply With EU and Switch iPhone to USB-C

In an interview with a tech reporter, Apple's marketing chief admitted that the company will have to comply with an EU law requiring the use of a common charging port.

Craig Federighi, Apple's software engineering chief, was involved in the discussion about the lack of iMessage on the phone.

Everything New in iOS 16.2 Beta: Freeform App and More

After the release of iOS 16.2, Apple made the first version of the software available to developers and public users.

The new Home app architecture, Live Activities integration for select sports games in the Apple TV app, as well as Apple's new digital whiteboard app Freeform are some of the new features that will be included in the next version of the mobile operating system.

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