QtrendsApple is raising prices across iPad, MacBook, and potentially iPhone lines as rising chip and storage costs squeeze margins during the AI boom. OpenAI has delayed releasing new AI models at the Trump administration's request, while losing a top Apple Vision Pro executive to the company. AI smart glasses are gaining traction but facing growing privacy scrutiny, with China introducing a voluntary code of conduct as shipments surge.
Apple has raised prices on iPads and MacBooks, citing soaring chip and memory costs driven by the AI boom. Analysts warn the iPhone 18 Pro could see a $200 price increase, prompting some Chinese consumers to reconsider upgrade plans. The price pressure reflects broader supply chain strain as AI demand consumes semiconductor manufacturing capacity worldwide.
OpenAI has agreed to stagger the release of its latest AI models following a request from the Trump administration, raising questions about government oversight of frontier AI development. Meanwhile, WIRED reports that new OpenAI models exist but remain unavailable to the public. In a notable talent move, Apple's Vision Pro executive is reportedly leaving for OpenAI, signaling the company's aggressive hiring push.
AI-powered smart glasses are entering the consumer market with mixed reviews: ZDNet tested the world's first HDR10 smart glasses, while BBC reported on accuracy issues during a real-world test in Paris. As shipments surge, China has introduced a voluntary code of conduct to address privacy fears after hidden recordings sparked public backlash. The technology faces a delicate balance between innovation and user privacy protections.