Did Apple just kill social media apps?

A new iPhone feature could be game changing.

View in browser|nytimes.com October 21, 2024 When Apple announced its latest update to the iPhone operating system, highly anticipated A.I. features were the star of the show. Mark Wang But an obscure change may wind up being more important, our tech columnist writes. → Sign up for the On Tech newsletter. Get our best tech reporting from the week. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018