Connected 580: Lick It Twice
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Nov 28, 2025 Federico and Myke dive into the speculation surrounding iOS 27 and its Snow Leopard-like focus on AI features. They explore Jony Ive and Sam Altman's new AI hardware prototype, questioning the balance between design and practical details. Discussions on the M5 iPad Pro reveal its impressive AI capabilities, while thoughts on Apple's need for private cloud computing surface. In a Thanksgiving twist, they share tech they’re thankful for, from the iPhone Air's versatility to the benefits of AI-powered search and parenting tools.
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Show, Don’t Tease With Vague Hype
- Federico and Myke find Jony Ive and Sam Altman's public comments about their AI hardware prototype vague and overpromised.
- They prefer showing tangible products instead of rhetorical phrases like “you want to lick it.”
iOS 27 Could Be A Deep Polish Year
- Mark Gurman expects iOS 27 to focus on AI features and overall OS quality like a “Snow Leopard” year.
- Federico notes Snow Leopard included major under‑the‑hood rearchitecture despite appearing like a small polish release.
Sell Updates As Performance Gains
- Apple could market iOS updates as performance improvements to convince cautious users to upgrade.
- Emphasize speed and efficiency gains, especially on older iPhones, to reduce update hesitation.