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Feb 24, 2025
A fascinating partnership emerges as Apple joins forces with Alibaba to boost AI features in iPhones for the Chinese market. The duo’s collaboration aims to tackle declining sales amid regulatory hurdles. The talk expands to the global AI rivalry, delving into how China's advancements could reshape competition with Europe. Intriguingly, Apple might even venture into humanoid robotics, reflecting on past struggles and design philosophies, hinting at an exciting new direction.
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Apple and Alibaba AI Partnership
- Apple partners with Alibaba to integrate AI features into iPhones sold in China.
- This partnership is significant, as Alibaba's foundational model was chosen after Apple reviewed many others.
Apple Intelligence and Sales
- Apple relies on Apple Intelligence to boost iPhone sales, especially in China, where they've seen an 11% year-over-year drop.
- Apple Intelligence is becoming a key selling feature for iPhones, even if not all features are fully rolled out yet.
Global AI Race
- Apple choosing Alibaba's model highlights the global AI race and puts pressure on other companies like OpenAI and Google.
- This partnership also emphasizes the rapid advancement of AI, particularly in China, despite restrictions.