9to5Mac Daily TechWoven, more new Apple product rumors
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Aug 22, 2025 Exciting rumors swirl around the upcoming iPhone 17 and its new Tech Woven cases, promising eco-friendly materials and stylish designs. Apple faces stiff competition as Meta continues to lure researchers away, particularly in the AI realm. Anticipation builds for the September event, where cutting-edge camera technology and chip upgrades for new devices are expected to steal the spotlight. Stay tuned for fresh innovations from Apple!
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Meta’s Apple Poaching Trend
- Meta has repeatedly hired Apple AI researchers, signaling aggressive talent moves in Cupertino.
- Meta's pause on super intelligence hiring may temporarily slow further Apple departures.
Meta’s Hiring Pause Offers Breathing Room
- Meta announced a temporary pause on recruiting for its super intelligence lab with few exceptions.
- That pause could protect Apple from additional AI team departures in the near term.
Tech Woven Replaces Fine Woven
- Apple will rebrand its woven fabric iPhone case as Tech Woven for iPhone 17, addressing past durability concerns.
- The new cases appear textile-like, possibly RPET, and include lanyard holes and cross-body strap compatibility.
