Tim Cook didn't reveal the exact timeline for the release of the feature but Apple is considering it for sure.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has said that iOS might let you uninstall unwanted default apps from the iPhone. He confirmed it during a 20 minute conversation with John Paczkowski, BuzzFeed Managing Editor. Cook said that removing default apps is a more complex issue than it appears to be. He further added that some iPhone apps are connected to something else in the device which means, removing any of them might affect the working of the device. However, the company might design a way to remove those unwanted stock apps that don't affect the functioning of its devices. Cook though didn’t reveal anything about when this function would be available, or whether it is in the works.
It is indeed good news for all iOS users, since apps like Stocks, Tips etc. go unused, but have to be kept on your iPhone. Currently, the only way to keep these apps from getting in the way is for users to create a separate folder and put all of them in it. While it will not remove the apps from your phone, they will at least on get in the way of using it, or clutter your app drawer.
Cook also talked about privacy concerns around the always-on feature of Siri. He said that all user info is stored on the device itself and doesn’t go back to Apple. He added that people can further encrypt information via a passcode.
While Apple's upcoming iPhone 6s has been a much awaited device, it was reported earlier that the company is facing supply shortage because of backlight module production issues at Japanese supplier Minebea. As a move to tackle it, the company will reportedly transfer orders to Radiant. The supply of the iPhone 6s Plus in the US has been delayed by 2-3 weeks, according to Apple's own pre-order listings.
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