Thanks to its ability to save plenty of storage space without compromising the image quality, HEIC (also known as HEIF) is the most efficient image format. As part of the smart storage management feature on your iPhone, HEIF has been the default image format since iOS 11. While no one can argue HEIF’s efficiency, it has a long way to go before it can surpass JPEG in terms of compatibility. There are still many platforms that do not support HEIF natively. That means you are forced to convert HEIF pictures into JPEG to make them work with any other software or hardware. So, if you want to use a widely compatible image format for a hassle-free experience, let me show you how to take JPEG pictures on an iPhone instead of HEIC.

Save JPEG Photos Instead of HEIC on iPhone (2022)

Before going through the step-by-step process to take JPEG pictures on iPhone, make sure to check out the difference between HEIC and JPEG image formats, along with the downsides of choosing JPEG. Use the table below to jump directly to the guide.

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What Is HEIC and JPEG Image Format on iPhone?

When Apple decided to adopt the HEIF file format (introduced in 2015 by Moving Picture Experts Group/ MPEG) with the release of iOS 11, the Cupertino giant coined the name HEIC. That’s how HEIC became the variant of HEIF on iPhones.

Being the first major adopter of the file format, Apple pitched HEIC as a breakthrough feature to iOS users. Equipped with advanced and modern compression methods, HEIC can save pictures in smaller file sizes while still retaining higher image quality. Notably, the HEIC pictures take up about half the space of an equivalent quality JPG file. That means you can store more images on your iPhone if you capture them in HEIC format.

Another thing that separates HEIC from other formats is the ability to store images encoded with multiple coding formats, for instance, both HDR and SDR photos.

Introduced in 1992, JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) is the most commonly used format for lossy and compression for digital images. It’s able to achieve 10:1 compression with little perceptible loss in the quality of images.

Despite being more efficient, HEIF is yet to be adopted by all major platforms. To prevent incompatibility from coming in the way, iOS 15 automatically converts pictures stored in the HEIC format into the older JPEG format. When you transfer images from your iPhone to your Mac or Windows PC, make sure to change this setting. (Settings app -> Photos -> Transfer to Mac or PC -> Automatic). The built-in Mail app on iPhone also converts the HEIC pictures to JPEG before sending them to the recipient for enhanced compatibility.

Shortcomings of JPEG Image Format to Keep in Mind

Compatibility aside, not everything about the JPEG image format shines bright. One of the pain points of choosing JPEG is that you are forced to record video in H.264 format, which is below par, to say the least.

Moreover, if you wish to record a 4K video at 60 frames per second (FPS) or capture a slow-motion 1080p video at 240 FPS, you need to switch to High Efficiency. It lets you capture pictures in HEIC (High-Efficiency Image Format) and video in HEVC (High-Efficiency Video Coding, also known as H.265) format, respectively.

In a nutshell, it all boils down to excellent efficiency vs unmatched compatibility. As to which one should you choose, it entirely depends on your specific needs. That’s why Apple offers a pretty simple way to switch between the two in iOS.

Take JPEG Pictures Instead of HEIC by Default on iPhone

Note that steps are the same for current-gen iOS 15 and previous-gen versions of Apple’s operating system, including iOS 14 and iOS 13. So, irrespective of which version of iOS you are using, learn how to take JPEG pictures instead of HEIC on iPhone right here:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone. After that, scroll down and open the “Camera” settings.

2. Now, select the “Formats” option at the top.

3. Next, you will have two options to choose from:

• High Efficiency: It allows you to capture photos and videos in the high efficiency HEIF (image) and HEVC (video) format.
• Most Compatible: It lets iPhone users take photos in JPEG and video in H.264 format, respectively.

4. Select Most Compatible under the “Formats” settings, and you are all set! Going forward, your iPhone will always click pictures in JPEG or H.264 (in case of video) format instead of HEIC (or HEVC). If you ever wish to revert your selection, repeat the same steps and choose “High Efficiency” as the format.

Set JPEG as the Default Image Format on Your iPhone

So that wraps up our guide on how to set JPEG as the default format for clicking pictures on iPhone instead of HEIC. As I said above, you should pick it on a need basis, especially when compatibility is at the top of your mind. It would have been better there was a way to set JPEG and HEVC as the default image and video format, respectively. The freedom to choose the preferred format without being forced to pick either compatibility or efficiency would be the better way to go. Take notes, Apple! What do you think of the easy option to switch between JPEG and HEIC formats? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

 

Ever since we saw rumors around the 2022 iPhone 14 lineup, one thing that we have heard the most is that Apple will ditch the notch and go for a punch-hole screen, or a pill-shaped notch, for that matter. While past rumors have been in line with this, the latest information is slightly different. The latest report hints at an iPhone 14 Pro with a combination of “hole and pill” display. Here’s how it looks like!

The Start of a New Display Trend?

Popular analyst Ross Young reports that the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max will go for a ‘hole+pill’ design, leading to a new display design. This, Young suggests, will be unique to Apple, much like how the notch was and won’t be anything like the punch-hole screens seen on Android phones. Here’s what the front panel on the next-gen iPhone might look like:

If this is what Apple is going for this year, it might prove to be a start of a new display design trend, which might find its way to future Android phones too. Remember how the notch was copied? Plus, it can help Apple accommodate all the necessary Face ID sensors and the front camera without having a space crunch. And, the notch will go away too!

Although, there are high chances that Apple will stick to the notch for the non-Pro models, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max. This year, we are most likely to not see an iPhone mini.

For those who don’t know, this isn’t the first time we have heard about this unique iPhone design. Last year, an unknown Twitter account posted an image, which showcased a similar design. There are high chances that Apple might go for this as a major design upgrade for the iPhone lineup this year. But, this rumor still needs to be taken with a grain of salt for we don’t have any official details available as of now.

In other news, another leak suggested that the iPhone 14 Pro might get just a pill-shaped cutout. It remains to be seen what Apple chooses!

As for other iPhone 14 details, it is expected to come in four variants: the 6.1-inch iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, the iPhone 14 Pro, and the 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Pro Max. These new iPhones are expected to come with various camera improvements with the inclusion of 48MP cameras, the A16 Bionic chipset, bigger batteries, possible support for USB Type-C ports, 5G (obviously!), and loads more.

We can expect to see them launch toward the end of this year and more rumors and leaks until the launch officially takes place. Hence, stay tuned for more information on the 2022 iPhone 14 series. Also, don’t forget to share your views on the iPhone 14 Pro’s leaked design in the comments below!

 

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2022 begins with new details about the rumored AirPods Pro 2, and it suggests that the second-generation AirPods Pro will come with a number of upgrades. As per renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the earbuds are expected to come with Lossless support, a new design, and more. Here’s a look at the details.

New AirPods Pro 2 Details Leaked

As per a note to investors (via MacRumors), Kuo expects AirPods Pro 2 to come with new “selling points” to attract more users. These selling points are likely to be in the form of Apple Lossless audio support, which all the existing AirPods models lack due to the limitations of the Bluetooth technology. With this second-gen Pro model, Apple might introduce a new audio standard to provide users with higher-quality sound output over Bluetooth.

Another intriguing addition could be a sound-emitting charging case, which will help users locate the AirPods if lost. It will be similar to how users can currently track individual AirPods. We can expect Apple to integrate the upcoming AirPods Pro 2 with the Find My app.

A new design will also be in tow. As rumored previously, it could ditch the standard stem design we have seen on the AirPods and go for an in-ear design, similar to the Samsung Galaxy Buds, the Beats Fit Pro, and many other TWS earbuds alternatives in the market. This information is in line with past rumors, which hinted at a totally new design. Other details could include improved ANC, increased battery life, better touch controls, and more.

There are chances that the AirPods (possibly including the AirPods Pro 2 too) could come with health-tracking features in the future. As for the AirPods Pro 2, we can expect it to launch in the fourth quarter of 2022, as opposed to the third-quarter timeline expected previously.

Since these details do not come directly from Apple, we need to take them with a pinch of salt and wait for new information to pop up. We will keep you posted on whatever we get to hear. Hence, stay tuned.