New HomePod and Apple TV leaks, more
Summary
The new iPad mini is expected to feature the A20 Pro chip, smaller bezels, and improved water resistance, while the base iPad may gain Apple Intelligence support via the A19 chip. New HomePod Mini colors and an updated Apple TV 4K are also in development to support Siri AI. Apple faces a $570 million patent infringement verdict from Tactixion regarding its haptic engine, which the company plans to appeal. Finally, Bloomberg reports that Apple has shelved its lighter Vision Pro concepts, shifting focus to smart glasses potentially arriving by 2027.
Topics discussed
Intro and iPad Mini A20 Pro chip leak
iPad Mini design changes and release date
Base iPad A19 chip and Apple TV/HomePod updates
New HomePod Mini colors and Siri AI support
Apple ordered to pay $57M to Taxion
Details on Taxion patent lawsuit and haptics
Apple and Taxion statements on the verdict
Sponsor segment: Stuff to-do app
Vision Pro revamp and canceled projects
New Vision Pro concepts and design challenges
Smart glasses timeline and episode outro
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