Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 07/20 – Apple Once More The Canary In The Covid Coal Mine?
Jul 20, 2021
Apple delays its office return as COVID spikes, highlighting their cautious approach amidst rising cases. Excitement brews over a redesigned iPad mini with enhanced features. Product Hunt unveils a new fund to support early-stage startups, promoting innovation. DuckDuckGo introduces an email protection tool as privacy concerns mount against spyware like NSO’s Pegasus. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos makes headlines with his historic spaceflight, marking a significant leap for private space tourism and igniting discussions about the future of exploration.
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Apple as COVID Barometer
- Apple's return-to-office delay signals a potential resurgence of COVID-19, similar to their early pandemic response.
- Their actions often foreshadow broader trends in infection rates and public health measures.
iPad Mini Redesign
- The new iPad mini will get a redesign with an A15 chip, USB-C, and a magnetic smart connector.
- This suggests potential new accessories and improved compatibility for Apple's smallest iPad.
Product Hunt Fund
- Product Hunt launches Hyper, a $60 million fund, offering $300,000 checks for 5% of early-stage companies.
- It combines venture capital with a founder program offering mentorship and resources, leveraging the Product Hunt community.