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technology2 hours ago•11 min saved

Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2 Price Hikes Outweigh Feature Upgrades

Apple’s new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2 face significant criticism for steep price increases that outpace their hardware improvements. The Apple TV 4K now costs $299, up from $129, while the HomePod mini 2 is $149, up from $99. Critics argue these hikes are 'much more striking' than the new features, such as the A19 chip and built-in microphones. While some reviewers find the devices 'worth it,' the combined cost for a typical setup has nearly doubled, raising concerns about Apple's pricing strategy in a competitive market.

via MacRumors|

#apple-tv-4k #homepod-mini-2 #john-gruber

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Apple's Siri and Interview Snub: Inside the Controversies

John Gruber's annual Apple interview tradition was broken when Apple declined his request after he criticized the company in a blog post, which he views as a positive for his independence. He believes this move damages Apple's image and highlights his own credibility.

via MacRumors|

#apple #criticism #interview

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"China's Influence on Apple's iPhone: The RCS Support Connection"

According to tech writer John Gruber, Apple's decision to bring RCS support to the iPhone was effectively forced by China's new law requiring 5G devices to support RCS for certification, despite the standard lacking encryption provisions. This contradicts the narrative that the move was driven by the Digital Markets Act in the EU, as iMessage is not significant enough in the EU to fall under the purview of the DMA.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #china #iphone

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

WWDC 2023: Highlights from The Talk Show and Xbox Games Showcase

John Gruber's 'The Talk Show' held a live edition at WWDC 2023 featuring interviews with Craig Federighi, Greg Joswiak, Mike Rockwell, and John Ternus. The Apple executives discussed various WWDC announcements, including the new Vision Pro spatial computer, iOS 17, macOS Sonoma, the 15-inch MacBook Air, the first-ever Apple Silicon Mac Pro, and the new M2-powered Mac Studio. The event was recorded at the California Theater in San Jose and is now available on YouTube.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #craig-federighi #interviews