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2023 has been a landmark year for AI. Once the realm of science fiction, it’s now an inextricable part of our daily lives, transforming the landscape of technology, business, and society. With it brings new opportunities and challenges, including for Apple, as it fights to stay ahead of the curve and offer cutting-edge experiences for consumers and businesses. THE YEAR OF AI There’s no denying that 2023 has been the Year of AI. Perhaps one of the most notable advancements in 2023 has been in Natural Language Processing. AI models are reaching new heights in understanding and generating human language, making machine interactions more seamless and intuitive. Think OpenAI’s ChatGPT, worth an eyewatering $86 billion and the growth of AI tools on apps like TikTok and Photoshop, changing the way…

Welcome to the AI battles, where companies compete to be the top provider of artificial intelligence technology. Microsoft and Bing have unexpectedly taken the lead in this race, but Google and Apple are just around the corner with their own AI-powered search tools. INTRODUCING BING WITH CHATGPT The AI wars have officially begun, and companies are competing to provide the most advanced artificial intelligence technology to users. In this race, Microsoft and Bing have taken the lead with their new chatbot-powered search engine. After trying it out, it’s hard to deny that Microsoft has won the first battle in the tech dominance struggle. Bing has finally arrived, and it’s time for users to start paying attention to this search engine that has been around for over a decade. Microsoft’s new…

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the talk of the tech world, with its camera capabilities pushing the envelope even further and offering professional users even more tools to shoot cutting-edge videography and photography from their pockets without a DLSR in sight! AN EVOLUTIONARY LEAP Apple might have kept the 48-megapixel Main camera introduced with the iPhone 14 Pro, but the all-new A17 Pro chip brings new capabilities to this already impressive hardware. The camera features a 24mm focal length, an ƒ/1.78 aperture, and second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilization. This combination ensures less movement and crisper photos and videos, even in challenging conditions. This year, Apple has introduced a 24-megapixel setting via the Photonic Engine, a significant upgrade from the previous 12-megapixel. This offers ultra-high resolution without significantly increasing…

While Apple may be keen to avoid “artificial intelligence” in its marketing materials, there’s no denying the company’s pursuits in machine learning are driving its technology in new directions. Rumors are now rife that AI will play a significant role in iOS 18, scheduled to release in 2024, so let’s look at Apple’s AI efforts and speculate on what could come next. SIRI IMPROVEMENTS ARE COMING Introduced to the world as a voice assistant, Siri has grown to be much more than that. Siri Intelligence now influences everything from calendar scheduling to app suggestions by serving as a catch-all term for various machine learning algorithms. Siri is on the precipice of becoming the real personal assistant we’ve all been yearning for, and with a revolution in AI at Apple, Siri…

While technology experts sound the alarm on the pace of artificial-intelligence development, philanthropists — including long-established foundations and tech billionaires — have been responding with an uptick in grants. Much of the philanthropy is focused on what is known as technology for good or “ethical AI,” which explores how to solve or mitigate the harmful effects of artificial-intelligence systems. Some scientists believe AI can be used to predict climate disasters and discover new drugs to save lives. Others are warning that the large language models could soon upend white-collar professions, fuel misinformation, and threaten national security. What philanthropy can do to influence the trajectory of AI is starting to emerge. Billionaires who earned their fortunes in technology are more likely to support projects and institutions that emphasize the positive outcomes…

Lucid Motors, the renowned producer of high-end EVs, has announced its models will feature wireless CarPlay. This move has triggered speculations of a potential acquisition by Apple as the tech giant gears up to venture into the realm of self-branded automobiles. LUCID AIR: INNOVATIONS IN LUXURY, STYLE, AND TECH The Lucid Air has been widely praised for its innovation and sophistication, leading it to be voted the 2022 MotorTrend Car of the Year. With many innovations in luxury and style beyond Tesla, it provides a unique and distinct experience for owners. And it’s clear to see why: the Lucid Air boasts a big battery and compact motors, both of which have been designed in-house, giving it an edge over other EVs in the market. The Grand Touring Performance model can…

Apple might not always be first to the party, but there’s no denying the company goes above and beyond with hardware and software to deliver cutting-edge consumer experiences. But Apple’s slow and steady approach needs to change. With Siri lagging behind rivals and AI changing everything, WWDC 2023 will determine the future success of the company. SIRI IS LAGGING BEHIND Apple’s digital assistant Siri was once the market leader in voice-based AI assistants, but in recent years, it has fallen behind the competition, particularly Amazon’s Alexa and Google Assistant. However, with the rise of large language models that drive groundbreaking AI tools like ChatGPT, Apple is struggling to keep up with AI innovation. In a new behind-the-scenes report in The Information, Apple’s efforts to catch up with competitors are explored,…

It’s not often Apple brings back a product line from the dead, but when it does, it has good reason. The second-generation HomePod is Apple’s attempt to reinvigorate its smart home range and offer consumers more choices in an ever-competitive smart home hub landscape. INTRODUCING HOMEPOD 2 After using press releases to announce new Mac minis and M2-powered MacBooks, Apple took the same approach in January to announce the second-generation HomePod. Rather than its usual lavish in-person or remote events, Apple appears to be taking a new approach to product announcements in 2023: get quality products out there as quickly as possible for consumers to enjoy, even if we don’t have time to shout about them at Apple Campus. Apple has described the new device as a “powerful smart speaker…

When Steve Jobs introduced the iPhone in 2007, he revolutionized the phone industry and changed how we interact with technology forever. One of the key elements that made the iPhone a game-changer was its operating system, iOS, now the company’s superpower. IOS: A RUNAWAY SUCCESS FOR APPLE Developed by Apple specifically for its devices, iOS has become an essential part of the “Apple experience,” seamlessly integrating with the hardware and delivering a user-friendly and reliable interface. iOS is the backbone of the iPhone, and iPadOS, a forking of the software, is the same for the iPad. iOS is designed to work seamlessly with the iPhone’s hardware, creating a cohesive and intuitive user experience. From the smoothness of scrolling and navigating through apps to the responsiveness of touch gestures, iOS ensures…