QtrendsApple faces unavoidable price increases as AI-driven memory costs surge, with the iPhone 18 Pro potentially reaching $1,399. The US and G7 back a detailed Iran deal involving uranium dilution and sanctions relief. AI continues to dominate headlines, from World Cup predictions to Epic Games' Unreal Engine integration, while the US government orders Anthropic to disable its most advanced models over foreign access concerns. Snap's $2,195 AR glasses spark a stock selloff after a lukewarm reception.
Rising memory costs driven by AI demand are forcing Apple to increase iPhone prices, with the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro potentially costing as much as $1,399. Tim Cook acknowledged that price hikes are 'unavoidable' due to the memory crunch. TechCrunch, Engadget, and Digital Trends all reported on the trend, with Cook himself addressing the cost pressures from AI-related memory requirements.
US officials have outlined a proposed Iran deal that includes diluting enriched uranium, waiving sanctions, and opening the Strait of Hormuz. G7 leaders have expressed support for Trump's initiative to end the Iran conflict as more deal details emerge. However, AP News reports that White House talking points claiming victories in the initial deal often do not match reality on the ground.
AI is becoming a new battleground in World Cup predictions, with China Daily highlighting its growing role in sports analytics. Ars Technica warns that 'dangerous' AI models are coming regardless of regulatory efforts. Epic Games is integrating generative AI into Unreal Engine, while MIT Review rounds up the 10 most important developments in AI right now.
The US government has ordered Anthropic to disable its most advanced AI models, citing concerns over foreign access. The Guardian reports that the order is part of a broader US policy limiting foreign access to cutting-edge AI technology. TechCrunch notes that world leaders want American AI but are wary of the US having a 'kill-switch' over the technology. Tom's Hardware reports that the move to disable Anthropic's Fable 5 models has sent global allies scrambling for alternatives.
Snap unveiled its slimmed-down AR Spectacles priced at $2,195, slated for release later this year, but the reception has been overwhelmingly negative. TechCrunch reports that Snap's stock took a dive following the announcement, while Gizmodo describes the glasses as already being 'roasted to death' by reviewers. The high price point and limited utility are being cited as key concerns.