Mark Gurman and Vlad Sevo discuss Apple’s upcoming AI-powered smart home hub, which features facial recognition and a new OS, marking a major push into the home ecosystem. They also share first impressions of the iPhone 18 Pro, noting its modest upgrades and rising prices. The episode critiques Apple’s shift toward influencer-led event coverage over traditional journalism, questioning the lack of live Q&A sessions. Finally, they explore the strategic implications of CEO John Ternus’s leadership and the company’s future product roadmap.
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