iOS 16.2 options, HomePods are good, OLED MacBook Air rumors

iOS 16.2 is out with a raft of recent options, together with Superior Knowledge Safety within the US, the Freeform app, HomeKit structure adjustments, and extra. Additionally, Zac and Benjamin reward the incomparable-yet-discontinued OG HomePod, Tesla vehicles get Apple Music and there’s rumors of an OLED MacBook Air coming in 2024.

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