Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 09/10 – Strawberries In 2 Weeks?
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Sep 10, 2024 Apple faces a hefty 13 billion euro tax bill after losing a regulatory battle in the EU. The iPhone 16 features were unveiled, sparking comparisons with Huawei's new tri-fold phone. Excitement builds around OpenAI's upcoming Strawberry AI model, promising enhanced user interactions. Meanwhile, Audible is exploring AI voice replicas of audiobook narrators, raising questions about innovation in storytelling. A glitch at Chase Bank highlights the digital age's pitfalls, exposing fraudulent withdrawals fueled by social media trends.
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Apple's EU Tax Loss
- Apple lost a 10-year, $14.4 billion tax battle with the EU over Irish taxes.
- Ireland stated it doesn't offer preferential tax treatment, despite the ruling.
Apple Event Updates & Cases
- Apple will release several OS updates on September 16th.
- FineWoven iPhone cases, introduced in 2023, are discontinued, with Apple focusing on clear and silicone cases.
iPhone 16 Battery Boost
- The iPhone 16 Pro's battery offers up to 27 hours of video playback, a 4-hour increase from the 15 Pro.
- This marks the most significant battery improvement in years, likely due to Apple prioritizing battery over thinness.