9to5Mac Daily iPhone 18 rumors, iPad apps
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Oct 28, 2025 Exciting rumors are swirling about the iPhone 18, including two potential designs and a game-changing variable aperture lens for enhanced photography. iOS 26.1 will introduce background photo uploads for third-party apps, boosting convenience. Meanwhile, Apple may soon launch four professional-grade apps for iPad, including Pixelmator Pro and Motion. These developments hint at a future packed with innovative features and expanded capabilities for Apple users.
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Third-Party Photo Backups Run In Background
- iOS 26.1 adds a Photokit background upload extension so third-party photo apps can back up photos reliably in the background.
- This removes previous system limitations and enables automatic cloud backups outside of iCloud.
Prepare To Choose Non‑iCloud Photo Backups
- If you prefer not to use iCloud Photo Library, prepare to evaluate third-party backup apps once iOS 26.1 ships for reliable background uploads.
- Consider alternatives to Apple's storage plans since third-party options will finally support automatic backups.
Significant Expansion Of iPad Pro Apps
- Apple may release four new pro-level iPad apps: Pixelmator Pro, Mainstage, Motion, and Compressor, expanding its professional software on iPad.
- This would extend the iPad Pro ecosystem beyond Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to match Apple's M5 hardware push.
