In an exciting look ahead, the hosts explore the rise of agentic AI and its potential impacts on personal automation. They predict Apple's acquisition of smaller AI companies and discuss challenges with App Intents. Future gadgets like innovative smart glasses and new health sensors for the Apple Watch are on the radar. The conversation heats up around the possibilities of game streaming apps on iPhone and the hurdles of getting a PS4 emulator approved. Technology's landscape is evolving, and the implications for users and developers are significant!
The rise of agentic AI in 2025 will revolutionize user and developer experiences, but quality and functionality will vary widely across products.
Anticipated innovations in the Apple Watch, including new health sensors, could redefine its role in the wearables market and enhance user health monitoring.
Deep dives
Predictions for AI Integration
The discussion highlights the anticipated rise of AI agents in 2025, emphasizing their prevalence across various platforms. Companies are expected to leverage AI technologies to develop tools that can perform tasks autonomously, such as managing documents and browsing the web. The presenters note that while many companies will label their products as 'agents,' the quality and functionality may vary significantly, leading to potential overhype. This trend suggests that significant advancements in AI capabilities will shape the tech landscape as all major players, including Apple and Google, adopt similar features.
Challenges with Third-Party AI Apps
The emergence of third-party AI applications that wrap around established models raises questions about their sustainability and usability. Many of these apps, while innovative, often lack clear functionality and can overwhelm users due to their complexity. Further complicating the landscape, individuals may end up paying multiple subscriptions to access the same AI capabilities, rendering many third-party solutions redundant. As the original AI developers, like OpenAI and Anthropic, enhance their applications, users may increasingly prefer these direct options over third-party alternatives.
Future of Apple Watch and Health Tech
Looking ahead, there’s optimism that the Apple Watch will see renewed hardware innovation, particularly with new health sensors. Speculation includes features for blood pressure monitoring and a resolution to the ongoing legal disputes over blood oxygen monitoring technology. If these advancements materialize, they could position the Apple Watch as a more comprehensive health tool, enhancing its status in the wearables market. The presenters underscore that such developments would not only benefit users but potentially dictate Apple's strategies in the wearable technology space.
This week on AppStories, Federico and John predict what we’ll see from Apple in 2025. From agentic AI to App Intents and Siri, they explore what will shape the year ahead and the implications to users and developers.