By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) While Apple’s “Let Loose” event is to be dedicated to the iPad, there will be more — and yet there are also many devices Apple will hold back for later.New iPad Air and iPad Pro models are coming on May 7, 2024, and for once Apple has been a little more upfront about what to expect. While strictly speaking there has been no mention of the iPad, regulatory filings show new models are coming soon — and Apple does single out the Apple Pencil.So it seems inevitable that this event will focus on the iPads, the first update to the range since October 2022 for the iPad Pro, and March 2022 for the iPad Air. According to Bloomberg, the expected Apple Pencil will replace the high end model from 2018, the Apple Pencil (2nd generation).The report also backs up prior expectation that Apple will announce a new Magic Keyboard for its iPads. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) On this week’s episode of the AppleInsider Podcast, your regular hosts discuss a change in EU rules for small developers, some Apple ID bugs, iOS 18 leaks — and of course the imminent launch of new iPads.Apple is due to launch new iPads on May 7If you haven’t been affected by the peculiar Apple ID bug where it forces you to reset your password because of a security issue, then trust us: it’s startlingly more of a pain than that sounds. Especially now that Apple has the excellent but time-delayed Stolen Device Protection feature.It doesn’t look as if Apple is going to put its hand up over that one, but it has unexpectedly caved in to the European Union. The EU itself says that the iPad should not come under its Digital Markets Act rules, but it’s going to pretend it does anyway — and Apple has said okay, fine, be like that. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Marko Zivkovic) Several of Apple’s standard system components are on the verge of receiving significant AI-related enhancements, with Safari, Spotlight Search, and Siri being first in line for the treatment.Apple AI will make Siri, Safari, Spotlight, and Messages betterOver the past several months, there’s been various chatter regarding AI-related features bound for iOS 18, and AppleInsider has since learned some specifics on the functionality of Apple’s Ajax large language model (LLM), as well as information on features the company has been testing alongside it.This report focuses only on information that could be verified independently through people familiar with the software. In addition to specific features, they’ve collectively shared some info on the iPhone maker’s internal AI test environments as well. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Charles Martin) If you have an Apple TV 4K, it’s not obvious how to check the battery level of your Siri Remote. We’ll show you how to find it so you know before it dies that it’s time to charge.There have been three generations of Apple TV 4K, all looking pretty similar except for the later Siri Remotes. The original model sported a black remote identical to the previous Apple TV HD’s remote, with a microphone button on the front to use Siri.The later generations use a redesigned silver remote with a Siri button on the side. All of the previous generations of Apple TV 4K remotes used a Lightning port to recharge the battery inside them.The latest 3rd-gen model’s remote replaces the Lightning port with USB-C. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew Orr) During the earnings call, CEO Tim Cook dodged as many questions as he answered about Apple’s AI plans, but did share some insights into the company’s philosophies about the approach.Apple’s Tim Cook teases AI ambitions in latest earnings callWhile Apple has consistently integrated AI into its devices and services, it has yet to unveil a flagship generative AI product or large language model. In statements on Thursday, Cook make it clear that Apple already uses artificial intelligence in products now.He didn’t detail where — but that’s been made clear over the years. But, for example, FaceID uses neural networks to securely recognize a user’s face, even as their appearance changes over time, by processing and learning from various facial angles and features. Similarly, Apple Music employs machine learning algorithms to analyze users’ listening habits and preferences to offer personalized playlists and song recommendations. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Wesley Hilliard) During the Apple earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook shared that half of Fortune 100 companies have purchased Apple Vision Pro units.Apple Vision Pro is making a splash in enterpriseApple Vision Pro is the first spatial computer from Apple and has proven to be a controversial entry in the product lineup. It launched in February 2024, and very little has been shared about how it is selling.There isn’t a line item in Apple’s earnings for Apple Vision Pro, but CEO Tim Cook shared a tidbit of interest during the Q2 earnings call. He said Apple Vision Pro has been purchased by half of Fortune 100 companies. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Apple stock was having a tough year after some early gains — until investors erased the loss after Thursday’s earnings report.Apple’s share price has risen following its latest earnings reportInvestment firm Bernstein was right when it told clients to buy Apple stock because it was at an attractive low price. At the close of trading on Thursday, Apple’s shares were at $173.03In aftermarket trading, they have increased. A lot. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew Orr) Ahead of Apple’s second-quarter earnings call, CEO Tim Cook addressed the ongoing antitrust lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice, calling it “misguided.”Tim Cook dismisses DOJ claims as “misguided”Apple’s second-quarter earnings, which surpassed Wall Street predictions, highlight the company’s financial strength and resilience. In the same breath, CEO Tim Cook addressed the ongoing antitrust lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice (DOJ), dismissing it as misguided and affirming it’s not a distraction for Apple.”I think the case is misguided, and we’re going to fight it,” Cook said in a comment to CNBC. ” It’s my job to make sure it doesn’t become a distraction. And so, you know, if you look at what they’re trying to do, is essentially use the law to define how we design products. And that shouldn’t be like that.” Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Wesley Hilliard) After revealing Apple’s Q2 earnings, CEO Tim Cook shared he “feels great” about China due to beating expectations in a competitive environment.iPhone doing well in China despite shrinking marketApple earned $90.8 billion in the March quarter, beating Wall Street estimates. The company saw an 8% sales drop year-over-year in China, but despite the drop, it was less severe than initially expected.The iPhone has struggled to see much growth in China due to increased competition from premium smartphone vendors. However, things were going to be much worse, and Apple CEO Tim Cook told CNBC in a live TV segment that he’s focused on the long term. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Alongside disclosing its earnings for Q2 2024, Apple also announced that it is increasing the dividend it pays to shareholders by 4%, and is also buying back more stock in one program than ever before.Apple ParkDuring its quarterly earnings report, Apple’s CFO Luca Maestri described “very high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty,” as reasons for undertaking the company’s largest-ever stock buyback.”Given our confidence in Apple’s future and the value we see in our stock,” he said in a statement, “our Board has authorized an additional $110 billion for share repurchases.” Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
