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Apple announced updates to CarPlay supporting new Liquid Glass design, widgets, Live Activities, and improved call view, alongside upcoming features in iOS 26 like poll creation and conversation backgrounds, with broader software and hardware updates expected at WWDC 2025.
Apple has introduced a Live Activities widget in its Apple News app to provide real-time Election Day updates on iPhone and iPad Home and Lock Screens. This feature, available since iOS 16, allows dynamic updates, offering users live electoral counts and news. Additionally, the app includes an "America Votes 2024" hub for comprehensive election coverage, including guides, state-specific news, and candidate information.
Apple News is introducing Live Activities support for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, enabling iPhone and iPad users to track real-time electoral results directly from their Lock Screen. This feature, available on iPhone 14 Pro or later models with iOS 16.1 or newer, and iPads with iPadOS 17 or later, will provide continuous updates throughout Election Day, November 5. Users can activate it via the Apple News app, ensuring they receive timely updates without needing to unlock their devices.