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583: The 2025 Annies

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Dec 18, 2025
As 2025 approaches, hosts dive into the whimsical Ticci Scale, linking tech highlights to animals. They explore the buzz around the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal and the implications of DeepSeek's AI advancements. Apple restructuring and new app launches are scrutinized, alongside Siri's delay and hardware updates. The conversation also touches on the global tariff chaos impacting tech giants, Apple's manufacturing milestones, and the effects of WWDC on product lines. The year wraps up with a look at major shifts in tech and leadership.
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INSIGHT

Liquid Glass And iPad Momentum

  • WWDC introduced Liquid Glass design and substantial iPadOS 26 improvements.
  • Federico called Liquid Glass a major new design language and iPadOS momentum a highlight of the year.
ANECDOTE

Finder Icon Fiasco And Fix

  • Stephen recounted the Finder icon controversy in macOS Tahoe and its quick fix.
  • The 512px coverage led Apple to restore the icon and generated wide interest.
INSIGHT

Search Acquisitions Are Fraught

  • Apple explored acquisitions and hires to bolster search and design, including talk about Perplexity.
  • Federico noted Perplexity's legal issues made it a risky target for Apple.
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