iOS 11.3 Beta finally has iCloud Messaging and AirPlay 2 (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Podcast, Ep. 116)
Apple previews iOS 11.3, the HomePod gets a Feb. 9 release date, Apple's not really canceling the iPhone X and it's getting back into e-books.

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THE APPLE BYTE EXTRA CRUNCHY SHOW NOTES AND LINKS TO THE ARTICLES IN THE SHOW:
iOS 11.3 NEWS:
Everything New in iOS 11.3: iCloud Messages, Animoji, Health Records, AirPlay 2 and More
APPLE HOMEPOD NEWS:
HomePod arrives February 9, available to order this Friday
HomePod's Multi-Room Audio and Stereo Features Will Not Be Available at Launch
Apple Releases iTunes 12.7.3 With Support for HomePod
AppleCare+ for HomePod Will Cost $39
iPAD RUMORS:
Apple Is Working on 2018 iPad Redesign With Facial Recognition
iOS 11.3 Firmware Subtly Hints at iPad With Face ID
iPHONE X NEWS:
Apple's Rumored 6.1-Inch iPhone Said to Be 18:9 With 2,160×1,080 Resolution and Ultra-Slim Bezels
6.1-inch LCD iPhone Rumored to Ditch 3D Touch, Dual-Lens Camera
APPLE BOOKS NEWS:
Apple's Getting Back Into the E-Books Fight Against Amazon
APPLE TV NEWS:
Damien Chazelle Drama Scores Straight-to-Series Order at Apple
Apple Expands California Self-Driving Test Fleet to 27 Cars
SOCIAL NETWORKING: