Connected 476: Back in the Scuttlebutt
Nov 15, 2023
Rumors about Apple's 2024 plans, potential iPad and iOS 18 features, and the significance of the Humane AI Pin are discussed. The hosts also talk about budgeting apps, opinions on phone calls, upcoming iPad models and accessories, video game popularity, an AI product unveiling, opinions on a video and product, buying habits and fact-checking AI, Apple's integration of generative AI and Siri, and impressive keyboard and language models on Apple devices.
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Apple Store Visit
- Stephen visited the Apple Store and found the new Space Black MacBook Pro's color good but not truly black.
- He bought an iPad Smart Folio case using self-checkout, feeling like a criminal while dodging employees.
Federico's Prediction
- Federico correctly predicted Apple merging the iTunes Movie Store with the TV app in 2022.
- This was based on code found in iOS 17.2 and tvOS 17.2 betas.
Phone App Favorites
- Stephen wants the Phone app's Favorites to resemble Messages' favorites grid for better usability.
- He and Myke recalled a feature in iOS 8 that placed favorite contacts in the app switcher.