In the rapidly evolving world of technology, Apple continues to shape the future of smartphones with its latest release: the iPhone 17 Pro Max. This phone represents a significant leap in mobile device design, thanks to its groundbreaking updates that combine elegance, power, and advanced artificial intelligence. It features an all-new design that seamlessly blends innovation with modernity, redefining the user experience.
Additionally, the iPhone 17 Pro Max delivers unprecedented integration between AI and everyday applications, including WhatsApp. The app now leverages AI to introduce advanced features that enhance communication and provide a remarkable personalized experience. In this article, we explore the key features of this new release and what makes it a highly anticipated device for tech enthusiasts worldwide.
Apple Redesigns iPhone 17 Pro Max. New Horizontal Rear Camera Layout
Recent reports indicate that Apple is working on redesigning the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which is expected to be released in September 2025, with notable changes to the rear camera design. Leaks suggest that Apple may adopt a new design for the rear camera unit, where the three cameras and flash will be arranged horizontally within a rectangular module with curved corners, similar to the design of Google's Pixel phones.
This move marks a clear departure from the vertical layouts Apple has used in previous devices, and if the leak is accurate, it will represent the biggest change in iPhone design in years. The three rear cameras and flash are arranged horizontally within a rectangular frame, while the front camera is expected to feature a 24-megapixel resolution, and the rear telephoto camera will have a 48-megapixel resolution.
Leaked images reveal three camera sensors and an LED flash. It remains unclear whether the rearrangement of the camera design in the iPhone 17 is driven by technical reasons aimed at improving the photography experience and enhancing the cameras and sensors, or if it is purely an aesthetic design change.
- The leaked iPhone 17 Pro is also expected to feature a dedicated camera button on the side, but we must also consider the company's plan to launch a thinner phone within the iPhone 17 family. This adds some ambiguity to the news and information, especially since they came so early.
- As mentioned in the report, it is rumored that Apple will use a mix of aluminum and glass for the Pro version, with the lower half of the back panel remaining glass to ensure compatibility with wireless charging technology.
The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max may also feature new display technology to improve energy efficiency. An American tech site predicts that other companies will follow in the footsteps of the upcoming iPhone and adopt this design. However, the question remains: will people say the original design belongs to Google or Apple?
How to Use ChatGPT on WhatsApp. A Step-by-Step Guide
OpenAI has launched a new feature that allows access to ChatGPT through the WhatsApp app, making it easier for users to interact with artificial intelligence without the need to create a separate account. You can start by adding this number, 1-800-242-8478, to your contacts and begin the conversation directly.
- While the integration between the app and AI is a promising feature, there are some limitations. For example, WhatsApp currently supports ChatGPT for text-based conversations only, and it cannot be added to group chats.
- Additionally, the information available to the AI is limited to October 2023, so it may not be aware of the latest events.
There is also a daily limit on the number of messages allowed via WhatsApp. Users in the United States have 15 minutes of free voice call time each month. However, this feature is especially useful for those with low internet speeds who are unable to browse websites, watch videos, or access independent AI platforms.
- The feature aims to provide an easy entry point for beginners in the field of artificial intelligence, offering a simplified interaction with ChatGPT without the need for complex interfaces or login processes.
- OpenAI has claimed that the data collected through these calls or messages will not be used to train their large language models.
Users also have the option to request data deletion through OpenAI's privacy policy. Although some features are limited, the service makes ChatGPT more accessible to a broader range of users and gives WhatsApp users the option to interact with AI, allowing a wider audience to benefit from it. It is worth noting that WhatsApp added the AI Copilot platform to the app, but user impressions were not positive due to slow response times and delays.
Study Reveals User Disinterest in Apple and Samsung's AI Marketing Strategies
While artificial intelligence has supported smartphone marketing at Apple and Samsung, users still do not feel excited about the companies' AI. This was revealed in a new study with a survey conducted by SellCell, which surveyed over 2,000 iPhone and Samsung users.
- The survey found that 73% of iPhone users and 87% of Samsung users said that the AI features on their phones had not added any value to their smartphone experience.
- The low user ratings reflect a sense of confusion in the market, with a marketing expert stating that these two companies are not informing users about how to utilize the AI features integrated into their phones.
- He said that companies are telling users that they now have access to AI and can use it, but they are only saying this, which is why users aren’t excited.
Another expert claimed that privacy concerns might be killing enthusiasm for AI among iPhone users, noting that they have understandable doubts about their data. He added that the limited compatibility with AI features could also alienate users of older devices.
Regarding Samsung, the expert confirmed that Galaxy AI lacks differentiation from other AI offerings based on the Android system. Experts advised companies to put in more effort to educate people about the features and when they will be available, emphasizing that AI integration in smartphones is new and not well understood by the average user. Google and Apple need to publish more educational posts.
He added that the multiple features under Apple’s AI umbrella are being rolled out gradually over time, so users haven’t yet seen tangible benefits. However, he predicted that consumers will take some time to fully understand how to make the most of these features and adapt their habits.
- The SellCell survey also found that about one in six iPhone users said they would consider switching to Samsung if it offered better AI features. In contrast, only 9.7% of Samsung users said they would consider switching to Apple for better AI features.
- It was also noted that Apple’s loyal user base has decreased from 92% in 2021 to 78.9% now, compared to a drop from 74% to 67.2% over the same period for Samsung.
