The Vergecast Previewing Apple's 2025 WWDC
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Jun 6, 2025 
Joanna Stern, a personal technology columnist at The Wall Street Journal, joins the discussion to unpack the upcoming Apple WWDC. The team analyzes Apple's regulatory challenges and what innovations might actually come through amidst legal pressures. They also chat about the eagerly awaited Nintendo Switch 2 and the quirks of acquiring one. With a sprinkle of AI gadget news and reflections on smart glasses, the conversation highlights the evolving tech landscape and user expectations.
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Apple's WWDC in Strained Context
- Apple's WWDC faces a challenging context due to recent legal setbacks and developer dissatisfaction.
- This year's event may struggle to inspire enthusiasm amidst Apple's strained relationships and AI competition.
Web Dominance in AI App Development
- Many developers now prioritize web apps due to ease and AI development.
- The best AI apps start on the web, making Apple platforms secondary for initial builds.
Apple's AI Challenges Persist
- Apple lacks a strong presence in AI compared to competitors despite hardware advantages.
- The company struggles with delivering practical AI features to consumers and developers alike.