Navigating COVID-19 and Apple's Digital Landscape

This chapter examines the ongoing reality of the COVID-19 pandemic with a focus on adolescent hospitalization rates and vaccination-related conspiracies. It also delves into Apple's WWDC event announcements, highlighting the iterative nature of updates, new features, and the implications of Apple's shift towards services over hardware. The discussion covers various aspects of Apple's ecosystem, including FaceTime's cross-platform capabilities, SharePlay, and advancements in iOS 15, while reflecting on user experiences and the broader context of the digital divide.