iPhone 17 leaks hint at USB-C port removal

This week brought several updates on Apple products and news. The anticipated iPhone 17 design was partially revealed, showing details about physical buttons and camera locations. There are speculations that Apple might eliminate the USB-C port to rely solely on cloud syncing and wireless charging. The iPhone 16e, recently released, is facing some problems. Users report issues with Bluetooth audio connectivity. Some music playback stops and starts unexpectedly, but an upcoming iOS update is expected to fix these problems. In leadership changes, Apple is addressing shortcomings in its AI development. CEO Tim Cook has moved Mike Rockwell, the creator of the Vision Pro, to oversee Siri. This comes after concerns about the current AI head’s ability to lead product development. Apple may also be exploring new product designs, including a foldable hybrid device that combines the iPad and MacBook. However, there are no confirmed timelines for these innovations yet. On the streaming front, Apple TV+ has gained numerous awards but has struggled financially. Despite spending over $5 billion annually on content, analysts estimate a modest subscriber base of 40.4 million. Additionally, the European Union has set new interoperability rules for Apple. These rules will affect the upcoming iOS updates and aim to improve compatibility with other brands, although Apple has expressed disagreement with the new regulations. Lastly, the Pebble smartwatch is making a comeback with new pre-orders. However, users may find it less functional on iOS devices compared to Android due to Apple's restrictions on third-party hardware access.