Apple’s stock prices, shipping delays, and Tim Cook on AR and VR. Plus we see the tragic first news of Crash Detection doing its job.
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Analysts Say, "What did Bloomberg Say?"
Apple’s suffering poor sales, or maybe not. The company’s next earnings call is scheduled. Ming-Chi Kuo predicts the future, and more.
Sales Numbers, New Betas and Bugs, and Fresh Teardowns Seen From the Observation Deck
The iPhone 14 Pro looks good financially, but not the bae models. New betas, bugs, and teardowns. Quite a bit to see today from the OD.
iPhone Set for Record ASPs and Oprah's Deal is Reportedly Done
Tim Cook in London, Oprah’s Apple TV+ deal lapses, and more good iPhone 14 Pro news. All that and more from today’s Observation Deck.
Spending a Week With the Apple Watch SE: Should You Get it Over the Series 8?
Today we’re taking a look at the new Apple Watch SE and seeing if the features not found in the device still make it a worthy purchase.
Sales Skew Huge for iPhone 14 Pro and a Surprise Super Bowl Halftime Headliner -
Our Observation Deck today features high interest in the iPhone 14 Pro family, more AppleCare+ coverage and magic in Apple products.
The Super Bowl, Production Shifts and Bug Fixes for the iPhone 14 Line
From the Observation Deck, we see Apple sponsoring the Super Bowl halftime show. It’s asking Foxconn to change priorities and squishing bugs.
Sales for iPhone 14 Pro Go Nuts, Latest Betas Show Refinement and More from Today’s Observation Deck
Highlights from today’s Observation Deck: financial analysts say iPhone 14 Pro demand is great, 5G is even faster now, and more.
Apple Shifting Orders to iPhone 14 Pro, More Countries Launching Latest Handset and More from Today's Observation Deck
Apple shifts orders to iPhone 14 Pro to keep up with demand, more countries set to welcome the new model and more, from today’s observations.
A Look at Weekend One for iPhone 14
Fresh from The Mac Observer‘s Observation Deck, Ken Ray reports on lines to buy the iPhone 14 in China, bugs in the devices, and more.
Thoughts About the Future of AI Applications on Apple Devices and Their Impact on Public Health
Apple’s evolving adoption and development of AI could offer tremendous benefits to public health on a global scale.
Q: Should I Upgrade to the iPhone 14? A: Maybe, But Probably Not
In what may be an unpopular opinion, Jeff Butts says that only some consumers should be looking at an iPhone 14 upgrade. Are you one of them?
Apple’s ‘Far Out’ Event May Offer Peek at MR Headset, but Only a Glimpse
Does the AR Easter egg in Apple’s “Far Out” event announcement hint at the MT headset? Maybe, but probably not what we all want.
Nick's Picks Vol. 2: Artists, Playlists and Soundtracks You Should Check Out on Apple Music
With “Nick’s Picks” Vol. 2, today we’re going to look at several artists, playlists and soundtracks to check out on Apple Music.
The iPhone 14: A Model by Model Breakdown
With the iPhone 14 expected in less than a month, let’s take a look at what we expect from each model of the upcoming smartphone.
Apple May Fire Engineer Who Contributed to Viral TikTok PSA
An Apple engineer who went viral on TikTok could be fired for daring to help advise a customer whose iPhone was stolen.
Three Artists You Need to Check Out On Apple Music
Apple TV+ is having a spectacular week, so we’re celebrating by listening to these three artists on Apple Music.
Review: 'Best Foot Forward' for Apple TV+ Brings Charm to Middle School Experiences
The new family-comedy “Best Foot Forward” is now streaming on Apple TV+. Today we’re going to explore the ten-episode series.
TikTok Blackout Challenge Tragedies Call for Changes All Around
A recent collection of wrongful death lawsuits against TikTok for its blackout challenge point to a larger societal concern.
Review: 'Black Bird' on Apple TV+ Delivers True Crime Grit and Suspense
With the first two episodes of “Black Bird” arriving to Apple TV+, today we’re going to take a look at the series and provide a review.
Celebrating the Anniversary of the iPhone: Looking at the Time Apple was Exclusive to AT&T
With this week being the 15-year-anniversary of the iPhone, let’s take a look at when the phone was exclusive to AT&T.
Celebrating 15 Years Since the First iPhone Went On Sale
Today, June 29, marks 15 years since the first iPhone went on sale. The device now is even more powerful and popular.
For New Apple Store Workers Union in Towson, Maryland, the Journey Has Only Begun
Lest you think the recent Apple Store vote to form a union is the end of the workers’ journey, let’s look at what comes next: negotiation.
Apple’s Long Game in Mobile and Portable Computing; Choice and Versatility
Many have called for the iPad to be more similar to the MacBook. That, however, isn’t Apple’s vision for mobile, portable computing.