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588: Dodging the Question Intentionally

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Nov 3, 2025
The discussion dives into Apple's impressive Q4 financial results and the anticipation around holiday iPhone sales. Rumors about a new touchscreen MacBook Pro and OLED upgrades for various devices create buzz. There's also a candid look into Apple's struggle with AI development and Siri’s future. The hosts explore password security trade-offs, workout detection issues on the Apple Watch, and the intriguing concept of an iPad Mini doubling as a high-end Kindle. Listeners are left with plenty to ponder about Apple's innovative direction.
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Apple Testing Touchscreen MacBook Pro

  • Apple plans a touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro (M6) with a hole-punch camera and new hinge to reduce screen wobble.
  • The company will test public reaction before expanding touchscreens to other Mac models.
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Touchscreens Are Nice But Not Transformative

  • Apple historically weighed touchscreen utility against cost, thickness, and 'zombie arm' ergonomics.
  • Touch on laptops is often handy for scrolling or quick taps, but isn't a major productivity driver for most users.
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OLED And Water Resistance Coming To iPad Mini

  • Apple is developing OLED for iPad Mini, iPad Air, MacBook Air and experimenting with water resistance for iPad Mini.
  • Improvements target reading and portability use cases like poolsides, requiring brighter anti-glare and new speaker designs.
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