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590: Who’s This John Apple?

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Nov 17, 2025
Tim Cook's potential succession is heating up, with discussions on who might take the reins next. Tesla is eyeing Apple CarPlay to ramp up sales, while Apple delays the iPhone Air amid weak demand. The podcast also dives into the $634 million verdict against Apple related to the Apple Watch patent case. Jason shares insights from his recent travel with the iPad Pro, questioning its current standing in the market. Additionally, Major League Soccer's partnership with Apple TV is explored, highlighting the future of streaming sports.
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ADVICE

Silent Apple Watch Alarm

  • Use an Apple Watch in nightstand mode as a silent alarm that taps you awake instead of using a noisy phone alarm.
  • Jason Snell says it worked reliably for travel and jet-lagged mornings when he needed a set wake time.
INSIGHT

CarPlay As A Sales Fix

  • Tesla considering CarPlay reflects product desperation rather than pride: adding CarPlay can remove a purchase barrier for many buyers.
  • Jason Snell argues CarPlay should be standard across automakers to respect users' phone data and habits.
INSIGHT

iPhone Air: Flexible Release Strategy

  • iPhone Air's roadmap is flexible: Apple may treat it as a non-annual product and slot refreshes when strategic.
  • Gurman and Jason suggest the Air mainly needs a better chip and battery life rather than radical redesigns.
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