Apple Explores AI Partnerships with ByteDance and Tencent Amid China Sales Slump
Apple is in talks with ByteDance and Tencent for AI partnerships in the Chinese mainland amid declining iPhone sales, seeking alternatives to OpenAI’s ChatGPT.
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Apple is in talks with ByteDance and Tencent for AI partnerships in the Chinese mainland amid declining iPhone sales, seeking alternatives to OpenAI’s ChatGPT.
Apple invests $1.5 billion in satellite provider Globalstar to expand iPhone communication services, developing new satellites and infrastructure to enhance connectivity options for users worldwide.
Apple’s iPhone 16 blocked from sale in Indonesia due to failure to meet local content regulations.
Apple’s new iPhone 16 series sees a 20% sales increase in China during its first three weeks, as competition with Huawei intensifies in the world’s largest smartphone market.
Apple has unveiled the new iPad mini featuring advanced AI capabilities, powered by the A17 Pro chip. The device offers enhanced performance and AI-driven tools, available for pre-order starting at $499.
The U.S. National Labor Relations Board has filed a complaint against Apple, accusing the company of violating federal labor laws by enforcing unlawful workplace policies that hinder employee rights.
Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 have been approved by the FDA to function as hearing aids, offering an affordable and accessible option for individuals with hearing loss through a new personalized hearing feature.
Apple’s latest iPhone will feature the new A18 chip developed with SoftBank-owned Arm’s V9 design, marking a significant collaboration that could impact the global tech industry.
Rumors about the iPhone 16’s potential incompatibility with WeChat have sparked online debates, with users expressing concerns over the impact on their communication and daily activities.
Apple is reportedly in talks to invest in OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, as part of a $100 billion funding round led by Thrive Capital. This move could signify a major advancement in AI integration within consumer technology.
Apple’s $20 billion annual deal with Google faces uncertainty after a U.S. judge rules Google’s search engine is an illegal monopoly, potentially impacting profits for both tech giants.
Apple has chosen Google’s chips over Nvidia for its AI software infrastructure, utilizing Google’s tensor processing units to train AI models, signaling a shift in AI hardware preferences.
A U.S. union representing Apple retail employees has reached a tentative agreement focusing on work-life balance, pay raises, and job security. The Towson, Maryland store employees will vote on August 6.
India’s Competition Commission finds Apple abused its dominant position in the iOS app market, imposing unfair practices on developers. The findings may lead to fines and changes in business practices.
Apple has reportedly declined Meta’s proposal to integrate the Llama AI chatbot into iPhones, citing concerns over Meta’s privacy practices. The brief talks highlight the competitive AI landscape among tech giants.
Apple could face billions in fines as the EU charges the tech giant with violating the Digital Markets Act through its App Store policies.
Apple and Meta are in advanced talks to integrate Meta’s generative AI technology into Apple’s iPhones, potentially reshaping the AI landscape and enhancing user experiences worldwide.
Apple delays the launch of key AI features in Europe due to regulatory uncertainties from the EU’s Digital Markets Act, impacting innovations like Apple Intelligence and iPhone Mirroring.
Apple Inc. reclaims its position as the world’s most valuable company, surpassing Microsoft, after unveiling new AI-powered features that boosted its stock to record highs.
Apple is utilizing Google’s advanced AI hardware to enhance Siri’s capabilities, highlighting a collaboration that underscores the intertwined nature of tech giants in the pursuit of AI advancements.