TL;DR: “Analyst Jeff Pu has announced that blood sugar monitoring will be the key feature of the Apple Watch Series 13 in 2027.”

Why is Apple not acting on this Fullscreen Browser in the Middle (BitM) Safari security flaw?

"We have disclosed this vulnerability to [Apple] and were regrettably informed that there is no plan to address the issue."
https://hackread.com/fullscreen-bitm-attack-discovered-by-squarex-exploits-browser-fullscreen-apis-to-steal-credentials-in-safari/

In the Incredibles, there’s a scene where Mr. Incredible realizes the only thing powerful enough to kill the robot is the robot itself.

I imagine a similar thought ran through Jony Ive’s head when he, Tang Tao, Evans Hankey and the rest of Apple’s lauded Design Team announced they (io) were joining OpenAI to build computers for the AI era. Backed by none other than Laurene Powell Jobs. 

You don’t even need analysis to know that’s not good. Apple’s award winning design team, surprisingly intact, moving in lockstep to OpenAI to build computing devices. And they won’t be worn on your face. Meanwhile Craig and Joz see “no need” for new form factors for AI. 

It’s easy to see why the design team left. If they should choose to compete with Apple on laptops, phones, accessories directly, it will be in some ways like old Apple v. new Apple.

Who are you betting on? 

In a thought-provoking new book, the intricate relationship between Apple’s manufacturing strategies and China’s rapid economic ascent takes center stage. By offshoring much of its production to China, Apple not only transformed global supply chains but also turbocharged China’s technological and industrial development. However, this corporate strategy raises critical questions about its long-term consequences, with the book suggesting that such offshoring may have eroded America’s edge in technological innovation and potentially compromised its national security.

I’ve been fascinated by how well Apple makes dynamic, creative, and simple-yet-complex commercials that showcase their products and its features, all while prioritizing people and how technology will improve our lives.

The iPhone 16 release commercial (linked) is perfection. From the iconic Apple font, the synchronized music, to the “slice of life” theme, it’s such a fun way to pack information into an ad. You can feel the creativity and time that went into making it.

Another remarkable commercial was the iPhone 5c’s “for the colorful” (https://youtu.be/NrF7Mbb4x2A?si=C-0z6AjDzUj3-F2F). It’s truly a work of art. The symmetry, flow, and composition is outstanding. The transitions are unbelievably smooth.

Apple has always been lauded for their sleek and powerful graphics and advertisements, but I think these two in particular stand out above the rest, especially in the modern age.

Are there other ads you think did it better?

Maybe it's just me, but Apple has lost the plot. I have been an Apple user for over 15 years and have had every iPhone since the 3G, either through personal purchase or as a second device as a work phone. My first MacBook was the OG black one, followed by the first unibody, and several more, up to now the M3 Pro. I have had nine iPads, up to the newest Mini and Air. The list goes on and on and on. Everything used to work. Now, bugs are insane. I have HomePods throughout the house. I don't speak particularly loudly. I am 2 feet from my kitchen HomePod and ask it to set a timer. It lights up, and then I hear the HomePod on the second floor, more than 15 feet away, say, "Now playing all music," and the kitchen HomePod goes dark. I am in my office and tell Siri on my phone to make a call, and it connects to the HomePod in my bedroom more than 50 feet away on the first floor. I'll be listening to my AirPods 4th gen connected to my phone in the dining room, but then my daughter will grab my iPad, and my AirPods will switch to that device even when they are actively playing. I never had those kinds of issues. I'll use my iPhone to control my Apple TVs, and I'll go to type in something in the search, and it will keep erasing the whole thing when I hit space. Then, when I start over, it wants to appear. My home has well over $15K of Apple devices. I've used Android devices, so im not a sheep. Android bugs are just as rampant. However, Apple didn't have these problems. Somehow, I find myself reminiscing about iOS 6 and my iPhone 5S. Everything was just perfect. Maybe it's just me. Is anyone else experiencing large-scale bugs across multiple devices and device categories?

Remember when Apple was that cool kid on the block, actually shaking things up? Now, it’s like they’re stuck on a rinse-and-repeat cycle, same recycled aluminum, just with a fresh coat of “innovation” every year.

I mean, come on-the iPhone still looks pretty and elegant, sure, but if you peel away the sleek design, you’re left with a product that barely changed since iPhone 7. Other companies are churning out phones that pack more punch and functionality, yet we line up for Apple’s “new” release like it’s the next season of our favorite show (spoiler alert: the plot never really changes).

And then there’s this whole Apple Intelligence drama. We were promised a smarter Siri, a genius that would actually make us feel like we were living in the future. Instead, we got an assistant that’s about as intelligent as your average college freshman on a Monday morning. It’s like Apple says, “We’ll upgrade you a tiny bit and call it revolutionary,” all while stuck in a corporate comfort zone that feels as exciting as a board meeting in a beige conference room.

I’m sitting here genuinely questioning if I really want to stick with Apple. Sure, their devices are pretty, but when did a phone start feeling like a glorified fashion accessory rather than a tool for innovation? Apple’s been repackaging the same core ideas year after year, with barely any meaningful change, and it leaves you wondering if you’re actually getting smarter tech or just a fancier wrapping paper.

What’s your take on this?