Career advice for remote work, upcoming changes to PWAs in iOS 17.4, and Apple's canceled car project discussed. Emphasis on importance of professionalism in remote meetings, app design insights, and Apple's compliance with regulations. Exploration of Apple's Project Titan history and self-driving technologies.
Read more
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
auto_awesome
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
Apple removed PWA support in iOS 17.4 due to privacy concerns and low user adoption rates, sparking controversy.
SimpleScan, a new scanning app by Greg Pierce, offers efficient document scanning and sharing with customizable features.
Apple's cancellation of Project Titan indicates a shift towards AI projects, highlighting challenges in entering the car market.
Deep dives
PWA Feature Removal in iOS 17.4: Apple's Decision and Reactions
Apple has removed support for PWAs in Europe in iOS 17.4 due to compliance with DMA rules. This move has sparked controversy, with some speculating malicious compliance. Apple claims they had to remove the feature due to privacy concerns and low user adoption rates. Critics view this as a setback for the PWA community and question the timing and rationale behind Apple's decision. The EU is looking into this matter amidst mixed reactions and skepticism from users.
SimpleScan App: A Convenient Scanning Solution by Greg Pierce
Greg Pierce, the developer of Drafts, launched SimpleScan, a new scanning app. SimpleScan provides a streamlined solution for scanning and sending documents via email, catering to users' needs for quick scanning and sharing. With features like customizable email destinations and ease of use, SimpleScan offers an efficient scanning experience. The app's lifetime subscription option has garnered positive responses among users, reflecting Pierce's knack for developing convenient and practical iOS apps.
Apple's App Store Dilemmas and PWA Controversy: Understanding the Landscape
Apple's approach to PWA support has raised concerns about its App Store practices. While some view PWAs as a threat to the App Store, others believe Apple's actions stem from compliance issues rather than anti-competitive motives. The relationship between PWAs and app distribution dynamics underlines broader debates around fair competition and app accessibility. Apple's handling of the PWA controversy and responses to user feedback highlight the complexities of balancing innovation, compliance, and consumer expectations within its ecosystem.
Apple Cancels Project Titan
Mark Gurman reported on Bloomberg that Apple has canceled its decade-long effort to build an electric car. The project known as Project Titan was initiated in 2014 and involved exploring concepts like electric and self-driving vehicles. Employees from the car team will now transition to work on artificial intelligence projects under the direction of John Giannandrea.
Challenges and Relief in Apple's Car Project
The podcast discusses the challenges faced by technology companies like Apple in entering the car market. Issues such as managing long-term relationships with customers, complexities of real-time operating systems, and integration of services like CarPlay with existing automakers are highlighted. The hosts express relief at the conclusion of Apple's car project, emphasizing its misalignment with Apple's core expertise in consumer technology.
Myke, Federico, and Stephen offer important career advice concerning working from home, discuss upcoming changes to PWAs in iOS 17.4, and help sunset Project Titan, Apple's recently-cancelled car project.
This episode of Connected is sponsored by:
Zocdoc: Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code CONNECTED.