Critique of Apple's Product Innovations

This chapter critiques Apple's recent product launch, focusing on the lack of groundbreaking innovations in the iPhone and Apple Watch. The discussion highlights the disappointment with the event's presentation and the stagnation of new ideas, while also acknowledging the AirPods' real-time AI translation feature as a rare highlight. The chapter raises concerns about the company's strategic emphasis on financial engineering over investing in new technologies and the absence of AI-related announcements during the launch.