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- 02:45 pmNew $380 Bank of America AAPL target puts AI in the spotlight
Bank of America just gave Apple one of Wall Street's most aggressive price targets yet after betting that AI could become the company's next major growth engine, rather than just another iPhone feature.Apple IntelligenceThe firm raised its Apple price target to $380 from $330 on Tuesday, arguing that "agentic AI" could become a major long-term revenue driver for the company. Bank of America believes Wall Street continues to underestimate Apple's AI revenue potential across its ecosystem.Bank of America had previously trimmed its Apple target to $320 in March 2026 over concerns tied to staggered iPhone launch timing and shifting revenue seasonality. The firm maintained a Buy rating at the time and continued to argue AI would remain a major long-term growth driver for Apple.Bank of America analyst Wamsi Mohan kept a Buy rating on Apple stock and laid out a bullish case for the company's AI strategy. The note argued Apple could generate far more revenue from AI services than investors currently expect. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:37 pmHere’s everything new Apple TV has coming in June
Apple TV kicks off June with several strong series already airing, like Widow’s Bay and Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed. But the new month will bring another high-profile original series, Cape Fear, plus two returning shows and possibly a long-delayed project. Here’s everything coming to Apple TV in June. more…02:35 pmApple’s huge MacBook Pro overhaul is coming soon, here’s what we know
Apple just released a MacBook Pro update in March, but there’s more coming soon. Apple is expected to debut one of its biggest MacBook Pro updates ever as soon as later this year. Here’s everything we know so far. more…02:30 pmApple’s stealth move signals major Generative AI push at WWDC 2026
Apple is quietly laying the groundwork for what could be its most ambitious AI showcase yet. Just weeks before the June 8 WWDC… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:25 pmLatest iOS 27 rumor brings hope for an overdue Settings app revamp
Macworld In just a couple of weeks, we’re going to get our first look at iOS 27, and we’re not expecting a ton of new features. Beyond some overdue AI enhancements, iOS 27 is widely rumored to be more of a maintenance release with a focus on performance and stability that fixes some of iOS 26’s annoyances. According to a new report, one of those fixes will target AirPods settings. According to Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter, Apple plans on giving its AirPods settings a much-needed revamp in iOS 27. While light on details, he says the new settings will be “more functional, better organized, and more streamlined.” AirPods settings only appear when you connect a pair of AirPods to your iPhone.Foundry AirPods settings only appear when you connect a pair to your iPhone, with the controls feeling buried. They have become bogged down over the years as Apple has added new features without much reorganization. They’re not totally confusing, but AirPods settings are different than other Apple devices, particularly Apple Watch, and most users probably never use the settings at all, and when they do, it’s likely a short visit. Gurman says Apple has “heard the feedback” on AirPods settings, and while it doesn’t sound like a standalone app will arrive, the new settings “should mean the earbuds are easier to manage and major feature options are better highlighted,” he writes. That sounds promising, exactly the kind of thing we hope Apple fixes in iOS 27. AirPods controls are hardly the worst problem with iOS settings, but if Apple is retooling its earbuds settings, that could mean Apple will revamp the entire Settings app. Much like AirPods, Apple’s settings app has become complicated and cluttered over the years, and could use a thoughtful redesign that focuses on what people are looking for and where they expect to find it. WWDC kicks off on Monday, June 8, with a keynote presentation at 10am ET.02:19 pmJourney Summit Ultra review: 3-in-1 charger with fast iPhone charging
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 3-in-1 fast charging Up to 25W iPhone charging (Summit Ultra) Apple Watch fast charge Smooth height adjustment Compact footprint Integrated night light Cons Premium price No tilt adjustment Fabric finish may attract dirt Summit ships without wall charger Our Verdict Journey’s Summit and Summit Ultra are compact, adjustable 3-in-1 Apple charging stations with fast Apple Watch and AirPods charging, ambient lighting, and elevated iPhone viewing. The Ultra adds 25W Qi2.2 charging for iPhone 16 models. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$169.99 Best Prices Today: Journey SUMMIT ULTRA 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Retailer Price Journey $169.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Journey Summit vs Summit Ultra: Which should you buy? The Journey Summit and Summit Ultra stand out from the crowded 3-in-1 charging market thanks to their adjustable-height magnetic charging pad, compact triangular footprint, integrated ambient night light, and sleek desktop-friendly design. Both chargers neatly power your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time while taking up minimal desk or bedside-table space. The key difference is charging speed: the standard Summit offers 15W Qi2 charging, while the Summit Ultra supports the newer Qi2.2 standard for up to 25W wireless charging on iPhone 16 models and later. Buy the Summit Ultra if… You own an iPhone 16 or later Faster wireless charging matters to you You want a bundled 45W charger included in the box You live in the US or Australia, where it’s officially sold Buy the Summit if… You have an iPhone 12–15 and don’t need 25W charging You want the same adjustable design for less money You already own a suitable USB-C wall charger Skip both if… You want tilt-angle adjustment as well as height adjustment You need a highly portable travel charger You’re shopping on a tighter budget If you’ve bought fully into the Apple mobile device ecosystem of iPhone, Watch and AirPods, your daily charging routine will be made much easier with a 3-in-1 charging station. You can forget about multiple cables and chargers—especially useful if your AirPods still use Apple’s Lightning connector—and simultaneously charge all three devices with a single cable. There are many to choose from—check out our reviews of the best 3-in-1 wireless iPhone chargers. Some are solid and designed for the desk or nightstand; others are more portable and fold away for travel. One of the best designed desk/nightstand charging stations is the gorgeously upright Journey Nova. Now, the same Australian company has launched the Summit in two versions: the base Summit that charges the iPhone at 15W and the Summit Ultra that boasts Qi2.2 for 25W iPhone charging. Both feature a striking triangular shape and can elevate the iPhone high off the desk for viewing options, with space for your AirPods case in the alcove underneath with a touch-activated light and feature a flip-out Apple Watch charging module at the back. Simon Jary Specs iPhone charging: 15W Qi2 (Summit), 25W QI2.2 (Summit Ultra) Fast Watch charging: 5W AirPods charging: 5W Dimensions (Closed): 5.33 x 3.15 x 4.3 inches (135 x 80 x 109mm) Dimensions (Full elevation): 5.33 x 3.15 x 6.4 inches (135 x 80 x 162mm) Summit Weight: 1.28lbs (580g) Summit Ultra Weight: 1.35lbs (614g) Power adapter: 45W included with Summit Ultra (US and AU plugs) Simon Jary What makes the Summit design stand out? You can buy a 3-in-1 magnetic wireless charger in all sorts of styles, such as the Anker Cube, and Journey has produced a dramatic geometric arch—or, I suppose, mountain—with the Summit range. While it might resemble a mountain and has welcome solidity, its footprint is small: 5.33 x 3.15 inches (135 x 80mm) and low-profile when closed. If you prefer a more solid block, Anker’s 60mm Cube is dinkier. The iPhone charging face is covered in an attractive gray fabric. This might be harder to clean than a smooth silicone face, so keep your fingers clean when handling it and maybe keep it out of the kitchen. The Ultra features a raised plastic section, meaning your phone never touches the fabric as it will with the basic Summit. Simon Jary The iPhone charging module can be elevated over 2 inches higher using the adjustable slider so you can charge your iPhone while on a video call or watching a movie. While adjustable in height, you can’t angle the iPhone by tilting it. In the alcove where you can charge your AirPods case there is nightstand-friendly touch-activated light. You simply tap the moon/sun logo to toggle the night light. It’s not a bright light you could read a book by, but it’s an ambient light that will help you locate something nearby. The base Summit is available in white with a gray fabric face, and the Summit Ultra in black. Simon Jary How fast do the Summit and Summit Ultra charge? Charging differences at a glance Summit: 15W Qi2 wireless charging Summit Ultra: Up to 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging 25W support: iPhone 16 lineup and later only Older iPhones: Charge at 15W maximum on either charger Apple Watch charging: Fast charging supported on both Wall charger included: Only with Summit Ultra The Summit Ultra is built on Qi2.2, the latest version of the Qi2 magnetic wireless charging tech that is modelled closely on Apple’s MagSafe. It works with all iPhones after the iPhone 12, but only the iPhone 16 and later support 25W. Older iPhones will charge at 15W using the Summit Ultra. The non-Ultra Summit uses the earlier Qi2 tech that is limited to 15W wireless charging. It’s still pretty fast but not as speedy as Qi2.2. Find out your iPhone’s magnetic wireless speed in our easy explainer. An iPhone 16 or later will take around 30 minutes to charge from 0% to 50% at 25W. Reaching the same 50% takes about 45 minutes at 15W. Both Summits are certified Made for Apple Watch so will charge your Watch—whichever model—at the fastest rate when you flip out the module at the station’s rear. When in use, you can fold it back to return the triangle to its simplest form. For more options, see our reviews of the best Apple Watch chargers. The Summit Ultra comes with a 45W wall charger (and matching black 60-inch/1.5m cable) and interchangeable plug adapters for the U.S. and Australia. If you live elsewhere and get your hands on an Ultra, it will work with any wall charger over 45W. The 15W Summit comes with a charging cable but no wall charger: check out our roundup of the best USB-C chargers. Simon Jary Are the Summit and Summit Ultra worth the price? The 15W Journey Summit is priced at $139.99 / £119.99, and the 25W Summit Ultra at $169.99. At the time of writing, there were launch discounts at the Journey store. You can certainly buy cheaper 3-in-1 charging stations—see the many iPhone wireless-charging stations here—but you are paying for the aesthetic as much as the power and smooth functionality. The Anker 3-in-1 Cube has an MSRP of $109.99 / £109.99, although it’s often cheaper on Amazon. Journey SUMMIT 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Price When Reviewed: $139.99 Best Prices Today: $139.99 at Journey The Ultra is only planned for the US and Australian markets presently as it includes wall chargers for those countries only. Of course, you could supply your own wall charger—which is what you’ll need to do with the 15W Summit anyway. Journey SUMMIT ULTRA 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Read our review Price When Reviewed: $169.99 Best Prices Today: $169.99 at Journey Simon Jary What should you know before buying? Before choosing either Summit model, there are a few limitations worth noting: The charging pad adjusts vertically but does not tilt. The gray fabric surface may attract dirt over time. The Summit Ultra is officially sold only in the U.S. and Australia. The standard Summit ships without a wall charger. Only iPhone 16 models and later support 25W charging on the Ultra. Should you buy the Journey Summit or Summit Ultra? The Journey Summit and Summit Ultra are among the most attractive fixed-position 3-in-1 Apple charging stations currently available. Their compact footprint, adjustable-height iPhone mount, hidden Apple Watch charger, and ambient lighting help justify the premium pricing.If you own an iPhone 16 – or plan to upgrade soon – the Summit Ultra is the obvious choice thanks to its significantly faster 25W wireless charging and included wall charger. If you use an older iPhone, the standard Summit delivers essentially the same experience for less money, provided you already own a suitable USB-C wall adapter.02:15 pmMemes race to poke fun at Jony Ive’s new Ferrari Luce design
Jony Ive's Ferrari Luce design unveiled this week already provokes strong opinions. But the EV is the closest we'll ever get to an Apple car. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:54 pmiPhone Fold now reportedly held up by circuit board problems
Manufacturing problems are apparently continuing for the iPhone Fold, with the latest claims citing issues circuit boards assembly for the foldable.The iPhone Fold is a hard engineering task to completeAs a flexible device with a hinge, the iPhone Fold was always going to be a challenging design for Apple. There have been repeated stories worrying about its construction and potential slips, with circuitry being blamed this time around.According to a Tuesday post by serial Weibo leaker Fixed Focus Digital and citing supply chain sources, Apple apparently doesn't have manufacturing difficulties for the iPhone Fold. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:53 pmApple Watch glucose monitoring project gets encouraging update
Apple has reportedly been working for many years to bring noninvasive glucose monitoring to the Apple Watch. And according to a new report, the project might have recently hit a notable turning point. more…01:48 pmFormer Apple Design Chief Jony Ive’s First Car Is a €550,000 Ferrari
Jony Ive’s first post-Apple car design—a €550,000 Ferrari EV—underscores just how far his work has strayed from products “for the rest of us.”Read original article01:33 pmToday in Apple history: Apple becomes world’s most valuable tech company
On May 26, 2010, Apple passed Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable technology company. It was a significant milestone. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:17 pmKill clutter and slash $80 off Anker’s speedy and smart 3-in-1 charging station
Macworld Anker Prime 3-in-1 Charging Station View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Cable clutter on your nightstand or desk is a massive annoyance that can be easily fixed. Anker’s Prime 3-in-1 charging station is definitely one of the most elegant solutions, and today it’s on sale for $150, down 35 percent from its MSRP, the best we’ve seen for this model. This charging station was built to simultaneously charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods while keeping everything neat and tidy. The 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging magnetic pad is fast enough to get an iPhone 17 Pro to 50 percent battery in just 22 minutes. Then, there’s another lifted wireless pad for the Apple Watch, efficiently getting things off your desk. The base plate is actually another wireless charging pad where you can place your AirPods case. On the base is where you’ll also find a smart display that makes it possible to swipe between charging modes — Boost, Ice, and Sleep—as well as get info about charging status for your devices. Don’t worry, you won’t need any other extra devices to make this thing work because it comes with its own 65W USB-C power adapter and cable. For $150, this Anker 3-in-1 charging station is an absolute catch, so order one before the deal runs out.01:15 pmSoundcore Liberty 5 Pro earbuds offer brilliant call clarity [Review] ★★★★☆
Our hands-on Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro earbuds review finds AirPods Pro-level features without such a lofty price tag. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:00 pm5 tips for natural-looking, lo-fi pictures on your iPhone
If every picture you take looks boring and overprocessed, you can change your iPhone camera settings to take natural, lo-fi pictures. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:00 pmApple Watch at a crossroads: Time for a major shake-up as screenless rivals surge
After more than a decade on the market, the Apple Watch needs a significant reboot to stay relevant in an evolving health and fitness… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.12:49 pmApple Event 2026: When is the next keynote and what to expect
Macworld Apple rarely confirms event dates far in advance, and there’s no guarantee an event will take place within its usual window. That leaves Apple fans – and anyone considering a new Apple device – wondering when the next Apple event will happen and what might be announced. Based on Apple’s long-established schedule, recent announcements, and reliable industry rumours, we can make informed estimates about when the next keynote is likely and which products could headline it. Read on for a closer look at all of the events Apple is expected to hold in 2026, and what could launch. When is Apple’s next event? The next Apple event is the WWDC keynote, starting at 10am PT on Monday June 8. Apple’s next major scheduled event will be the keynote presentation that kicks off the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC26). WWDC will run from June 8-12 and the keynote will take place on June 8, 2026. Apple will broadcast the event live so that fans can watch Apple executives reveal details of the new features and changes coming to macOS, iOS and other operating systems later in 2026. We expect the company to provide an update on its AI strategy. While WWDC is primarily a software-focused event, Apple may also unveil some new hardware products, such as the Mac mini and Mac Studio. Usually the WWDC Keynote is hosted by Apple CEO Tim Cook, but with Cook shifting to the role of Chairman and current Apple SVP of Hardware Engineering, John Ternus, stepping into the CEO role from September, it is likely we will see more of Ternus at WWDC. Apple event calendar 2026 TimescaleEvent themeDatesProductsMarch Special Experience2-4 MarchLaunched: iPhone 17e, MacBooks Neo, Pro & Air, iPad AirJuneWWDCJune 8Expected: iOS, macOS, other software, Mac updates, AI newsSeptember[iPhone event]TBCExpected: iPhone 18, new Apple WatchOctober or November[Late fall event]TBCPossible: Macs and iPads? Apple has already held one “event” in 2026, although not in the traditional sense. On March 4, the company invited select media to hands-on “experiences” in multiple locations. In the run-up to that date, Apple also launched several products via press release, including the iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Air, and MacBook Pro M5 Pro and M5 Max, M5 MacBook Air and the MacBook Neo. The next confirmed event is WWDC, which begins on June 8. This developer-focused conference opens with a keynote where Apple outlines upcoming changes to its operating systems – and occasionally introduces new hardware. Looking ahead to the fall, Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 at Apple’s usual event in September. A second, late-fall event in October or November is possible, though less certain and typically focused on Macs or iPads. Here’s when the 2026 Apple events might take place.Foundry FAQ 1. What will Apple announce at the next event? WWDC is Apple’s big developer event at which it reveals plans for the operating systems that run on Apple hardware. At WWDC 2026 we expect Apple to unveil details of the iOS 27, iPadOS 27, the new macOS 27, updates to watchOS, tvOS, HomePod software, and an update to Apple’s realityOS. Apple sometimes announces new hardware at WWDC, usually the high end models targeted at power users, so we could see new Macs. This could include updates for the Mac Studio and Mac mini. You can about WWDC date, times and everything you need to know in a separate article. 2. What time does the next Apple event start in U.S., U.K and other global time zones The next Apple keynotes will start at 10 am PT. That translates to the following times in the countries where most of our readers live: U.S.: 10 am PDT, 11 am MDT, 12 pm CDT, 1 pm EDT Canada: as above, plus 2 pm ADT U.K.: 6 pm BST Europe: 7 pm CEST, 8 pm EEST India: 10:30 pm IST Australia: next day — 1 am AWST, 2:30 am ACST, 3 am AEST New Zealand: next day — 5 am NZST The timings are generally the same for all Apple Keynotes, but can be slightly different if Apple holds the event during the period of a couple of weeks when the clocks have changed in the U.S. but not elsewhere (in 2026 the clocks will change in the U.S. on March 8 and November 1, while in the U.K. they change on March 29 and October 25). Sometimes Apple holds events at different times, for example, in October 2023 the event was held in late afternoon in San Francisco, which meant it was midnight in the U.K. If Apple doesn’t hold an event and instead just issues a press release that usually happens around 8 am PT, 11 am ET and 4 pm U.K. time. 3. How long do Apple events usually last? Apple keynotes usually last between one and two hours and feature CEO Tim Cook along with various other Apple executives – with Apple’s John Ternus, stepping into the CEO role in September 2026, it is likely we will see more of Ternus in future keynotes. WWDC and the September event tend to be longer keynotes; the spring and late-fall events can be slightly shorter. The September 2024 event was 1 hour 38 minutes. 4. How often does Apple hold events? There can be as many as four Apple events in a year: Spring Event WWDC in June iPhone Event in September Late Fall Event in October This event calendar is by no means set in stone, though, with the spring and October events being less regular. Some years, Apple doesn’t hold a spring event at all. In 2025 Apple only held two events preferring instead to announce new products via press release. 5. Does Apple take part in other events? Apple doesn’t participate in big industry-wide events such as CES, IFA or E3. Instead Apple invites the press and industry professionals to Apple Park to hear all about its latest products and services. Apple calls these ‘events’ and it streams them live online to millions of viewers. 6. Does Apple ever announce products without an event? Apple frequently announces products without a keynote event, often opting for press releases or multi-day announcement windows. In recent years, the company has increasingly reserved its large-scale media events for major flagship launches, such as the primary iPhone lineup in September, while using press releases for iterative updates or “chip bumps” that may not warrant a full hour-long presentation. 7. How to watch an Apple event Apple events are typically broadcast across several digital platforms, allowing viewers to tune in from almost any device. While the company previously restricted access to its own hardware or the Safari browser, these barriers have been removed in recent years. You can access live Apple presentations through the following official channels: YouTube: This is often considered the easiest way to watch. Apple streams its keynotes live on its official YouTube channel, which can be accessed via any web browser or the YouTube app on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs . Apple.com: The company hosts a dedicated “Events” page on its official website. For the best experience on a PC, it is recommended to use Microsoft Edge on Windows 10 or later . Apple TV App: The stream is available within the Apple TV app on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV hardware. Keynotes are usually listed in the app’s lineup a day or two before the event begins . Apple Podcasts: Apple also showcases its events through the Podcasts app on Apple devices, where you can watch the video presentation You may also like to tune in to our Live Blog which will provide minute-by-minute text updates and analysis as products are announced. Following the end of the event, detailed breakdowns will also be available on the Macworld Podcast, which can be found on Spotify, Soundcloud, and Apple Podcasts. When is WWDC 2026, and what will Apple announce? Foundry When is the WWDC keynote? WWDC will open with a keynote on Monday June 8. WWDC will then run throughout the second week of June, from Monday, June 8 to Friday, June 12. What Apple could launch at WWDC WWDC is Apple’s big developer event at which it reveals plans for the operating systems that run on Apple hardware. In June 2026 we expect Apple to unveil details of the iOS 27, iPadOS 27, a new macOS, updates to watchOS, tvOS, HomePod software, and an update to Apple’s realityOS. Apple sometimes announces new hardware at WWDC, usually the high end models targeted at power users, so we could see new Macs. This could include a new Mac Pro (the current model still utilizing the generations-old M2 Ultra chip). The Mac Studio and Mac mini could also get an update. Following the keynote on the Monday, developer events and sessions will run throughout the week. You can about WWDC date, times and everything you need to know in a separate article.11:30 amHow a dead Galaxy tablet forced this Android user to switch to iPad
Macworld You’ve probably heard that the iPad dominates the tablet market, with some stats putting its share at about 50 percent worldwide, a huge number. Why is that? It could be because iPads are well-made, or that iPadOS benefits from being derived from iOS. It could be how well Apple’s ecosystem works. Those are all reasons, but there’s another major reason: Android tablets suck. Don’t take the word of this devoted Apple user, though. Take the word of my colleague, Hans-Christian Dirscherl, the managing editor of PCWelt in Germany. Hans recently wrote (in German; English translation available at Tech Advisor) about an experience years ago with an Android-based Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 (GT-P7500) that forced him to become a devoted iPad user. In 2011, Dirscherl bought the Galaxy Tab and was “impressed” enough to take it with him when out and about. But, being a tech-savvy kind of guy, Dirscherl wondered why Android updates weren’t regularly arriving on his tablet. Turns out it wasn’t a problem with the device, but rather that the Android 3.1 OS that was on the tablet received only one minor update during his time with it. That’s all, just one. If you don’t remember, Android Honeycomb was a big deal for Android tablets back in 2011, which were only just beginning to compete with Apple’s popular iPad. Version 3.1 smoothed a lot of Honeycomb’s rougher edges and made it stable for tablets. But while the first round of Honeycomb tablets, including the Galaxy Tab 10.1, were promised an upgrade path to Android Ice Cream Sandwich, they didn’t begin arriving until August 2012. So it was a long wait. That was a “disappointment,” Dirscherl says, but it gets way worse. Not long after the one-year warranty expired, the Galaxy Tab stopped working. He tried charging it. Nope. He let it sit for a while and then tried turning it on. Nothing. He attempted a hard reset/reset. “Keine weiteren,” Dirscherl concluded that his Galaxy Tab was dead. The letdown was enough to push Dirscherl’s “dark side of the Force” to the iPad, and he’s been a satisfied iPad user ever since. He never had any problems with that iPad or its successors, he wrote. Unfortunately, it took a serious device failure to cause Dirscherl to switch, but I wouldn’t be surprised if that’s the experience of many switchers. But hey, it’s good to hear that things are working out! Let’s hope other disgruntled Android tablet users learn the lesson. In the meantime, Hans-Christian, I’ve got a cool new laptop called MacBook Neo you should check out… Apple iPad (A16) Price When Reviewed: $349 Best Prices Today: $299 at Amazon$299 at Walmart$329 at B&H Read our full Apple iPad (A16) review10:30 amApple is doomed because Google AI doesn’t know when 2027 is
Macworld Look, the Macalope is sure WWDC will go off fine. He’s not really worried about it. It’s gonna be great. But let’s just say that, in general, the horny isn’t sure the tech companies are reading this moment right. At last week’s I/O event, for example, Google somehow managed to say “AI” infinity times. How?! That should be impossible! But somehow they did it. Possibly through the power of AI? Unclear. Talking about AI at I/O does make sense. It is a developers’ conference, after all (just like WWDC), and AI is a great boon to development. But both of these conferences are also used to announce new features for consumers, not just development tools. Google, for example, announced it was making its search field larger to accommodate longer queries designed for AI. Which is to say queries that are designed to keep you on their search page instead of sending you to those tedious websites. Why would you go to a website–many of which are poorly designed, smelly and possibly immoral–when you can have Google just tell you what it thinks it maybe read on that web site (accuracy not guaranteed, void where prohibited)? Funny story, as the Macalope was typing this column he saw this post on Bluesky which claims Google’s AI overview says, and he quotes: …next year is not 2027. Next year is 2028, and 2027 is the year after next. Buh? The Macalope tested it and it still says that. (Hilariously, it is getting this answer from a Reddit post about a previous Google AI year error. It’s AI errors all the way down.) Who would not want to use these valuable tools? More importantly, why would you go to some rando’s website and see an ad impression that Google is making no money from when you can see more ads on Google.com? It just makes sense. For Google. Google, the search company, is now becoming Google, the “I summarized the web for you without paying a single dime to any of these sites, please do not go to the web.” company. Yes, AI provides a great boon to developers and Apple should absolutely discuss that at WWDC. But maybe it shouldn’t lean into it as hard as Google did. Why? Because, as the Macalope explained last week, most people don’t like and don’t want AI. And, no surprise, it hasn’t gotten any better in the last seven days. “In desperate times, graduates find hope in humiliating tech CEOs” Hey, the kids are alright. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt is one of the CEOs who found himself on the receiving end of such a boo-valanche. To his credit, when met with the booing he… hang on, let the Macalope put on the ol’ readin’ glasses to see what it says here… uh, it says he stubbornly doubled down. Huh. Well, that’s one way to go. “When someone offers you a seat on a rocket ship, you don’t ask which seat. You just get on,” Schmidt told the room of angry graduates. Even if it’s owned by one of the guys destroying the Earth and is headed straight to an off-world labor camp run by killer robots. In fairness to Schmidt, he was also terrible at reading reality when he ran Google. Here he is back in 2011: One Android-toting audience member said he was frustrated to see iOS apps beating Android versions to market. But in part because of Ice Cream Sandwich, “my prediction is that six months from now you’ll say the opposite,” Schmidt said. It is now 15 years since that prediction and it still has not happened. (Disclosure: the Macalope was not in any way trying to be fair to Schmidt.) Of course, Apple is going to talk about AI at WWDC and it’s probably going to do it a lot. It did just register a genai subdomain and it is widely expected to show off some of the enhanced Siri it promised two years ago. Although, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, that feature is expected to ship as a beta when it does in iOS 27. If you’d like to receive regular news and updates to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters, including The Macalope and Apple Breakfast, David Price’s weekly, bite-sized roundup of all the latest Apple news and rumors.Foundry It would not be the first time a new Siri has been released as a beta. That’s exactly how Siri was first released and it stayed in beta for… wait, did it ever actually get out of beta? Maybe that’s been the problem the whole time. (It did finally come out of beta two years after it launched.) Here’s the Macalope’s word of warning to Apple, though: in a time when disdain for AI is on the rise and even developers are complaining that AI is rotting their brains, you might want to be careful with your messaging. For starters, don’t turn on the firehose of “AI” references that Google unleashed on I/O attendees and watchers. Also, it seems like it would be a good time to re-emphasize the creative aspects of your platforms, the aspects that people love, that make us human (or part human as the case may be), the aspects that AI seems bent on taking over. Just maybe do it in a better way than 2024’s “Crush” ad.10:03 amApple @ Work Podcast: The future of security training
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Macworld The ultra-thin iPhone Air definitely caught everyone’s attention when it was unveiled last September. It’s the thinnest iPhone ever made, and it gave us a clear glimpse into the future of smartphones. When the new iPhones hit shelves on September 19, everyone was talking about the iPhone Air. Months later, the reality is that very few people seem to have chosen the iPhone Air over its siblings. People who own it sing its praises, it’s one of the few iPhones to get a no-strings discount, and its design has been hailed as one of Apple’s best. So why hasn’t it been as successful as the other models? Perception vs perspective There’s no denying that the iPhone Air is a truly impressive device. Although my daily driver is an iPhone 17 Pro Max, I’ve had the chance to spend some time with the iPhone Air on a few occasions (most recently at an Apple event), and every time I hold it in my hands, I’m amazed by how thin and light it is. We’re talking about a phone that’s just 5.64 millimeters thick and weighs only 165 grams. By comparison, the 17 Pro Max is 3 millimeters thicker and weighs 233 grams. It’s impossible not to feel the difference. The design of the iPhone Air is undeniably impressive.Foundry The Air is also stunning. The combination of its ultra-slim design and shiny titanium frame screams luxury. Yet, sales of the iPhone Air are far from being a huge success. Apple itself doesn’t provide details on sales figures for each iPhone model. But during a call with investors last month, both Apple CEO Tim Cook and Apple CFO Kevan Parekh revealed that the iPhone 17 lineup is the most popular in history. A Chinese leaker known as “Digital Chat Station” recently shared a report providing some insight into iPhone Air sales, and the numbers aren’t encouraging. According to the report, Apple has been struggling to surpass the 1 million mark for iPhone Air units shipped. So far, the company has reportedly sold around 700,000 units of its thinnest iPhone yet, a shockingly low number for a company that moves some 250 million handsets each year. Dreams vs reality I’ve always dreamed of an ultra-thin phone. To me, a phone of the future would be a device with an edge-to-edge display that’s thinner than the iPhone 6. The iPhone Air is, in a way, the closest Apple has ever gotten to that vision. Many people I know want the same thing: thinner, lighter phones. After all, as smartphones have become more powerful, they’ve also become larger, thicker, and heavier. But the overall failure of the iPhone Air has posed a question: Do people prioritize design over functionality, or the other way around? Once again, the iPhone Air is impressive. But once you actually start spending time with it, you realize its limitations. The iPhone Air’s single camera is one of its biggest hurdles.Britta O’Boyle / Foundry Because it’s so thin, Apple was only able to fit a single rear camera on the iPhone Air. You can’t take ultra-wide or long-range zoom photos with it. That’s not a problem for people who are not into taking photos, but chances are you’ll eventually miss having extra angles for your shots. The battery is also an issue. After all, there’s no way to fit a huge battery inside an ultra-thin phone. Although Apple claims that the iPhone Air lasts a full day on a single charge, the reality is that this only applies when you’re using your phone for basic tasks. People who work more intensively with their phones end up having to recharge the iPhone Air twice a day. Also, there are a few other minor limitations, such as the Air having a mono speaker and lacking the vapor chamber found in the iPhone 17 Pro models, which allows the phone to run cooler for longer. Given the poor sales of the iPhone Air and other thin phones, such as the Galaxy Edge, it seems that people still prefer functionality over design, or at least a balance between the two. Buyers aren’t willing to give up features for a fancy form factor in 2026. Want vs need These limitations aren’t a problem for everyone. There are people who really just want a smartphone to do basic things like send messages or browse the web. For those people, an iPhone Air works just fine. But things get tricky when you start comparing the iPhone Air to the rest of the lineup. Despite all its hardware limitations, the Air starts at $999. That’s only $100 less than the iPhone 17 Pro, which has two extra cameras and a much larger battery. The iPhone Air’s design makes it significantly more expensive than the base iPhone 17.Eugen Wegmann Or, if you’re looking for something a bit more affordable, you can get the base iPhone 17 for just $799. For that price, you’re getting a phone with a 120Hz display, two rear cameras, and longer battery life. Plus, the iPhone 17 weighs just 12 grams more than the iPhone Air. This makes the iPhone Air seem out of place in the lineup. It’s priced similarly to a Pro model, but offers fewer features than the base iPhone. Giving up certain features is to be expected when you’re buying an entry-level phone like the iPhone 17e, which also has a single rear camera but costs $599 (and still has a larger battery than the iPhone Air). But with the Air, you’re essentially paying more just to get a thinner phone. When you weigh the price against everything you’ll be missing out on, the iPhone Air becomes hard to justify. Is there a future for the iPhone Air? While the iPhone Air represents the future of smartphone design, the future of the iPhone Air itself is now unclear. If the latest reports are accurate, Apple may be rethinking the Air strategy, and it’s easy to see why. For years, people said they wanted thinner, lighter phones. Apple delivered exactly that. But in doing so, it also exposed an uncomfortable truth: thinness alone isn’t enough anymore. The fate of the iPhone Air is uncertain due to its underwhelming sales.Eugen Wegmann Many people now rely on smartphones as more than just communication tools, so compromising on things such as battery life or camera quality is simply out of the question. The iPhone Air asks users to prioritize form over function. And while that sounds appealing in theory, it’s a much harder sell in practice, especially at this price point. Could Apple fix this in the future? Maybe. More advanced technologies could help Apple fit a larger battery or better cameras into its ultra-thin iPhone, or the company could simply make the Air slightly thicker so that it can pack more technology inside. The iPhone Air is the dream phone. It’s the kind of device that gets people excited, that reminds us of how far technology has come. But when it comes time to actually spend $999, most people wake up from that dream and choose something more practical.