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Apple’s challenge in China rises with new rival phones and AI delay
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Chinese rivals are putting pressure on Apple by selling smartphones with advanced features that are not available on iPhones in China. Chinese consumers are not getting the latest AI services offered by Apple's competitors, such as Huawei, Honor, and Oppo. This delay in providing AI services in China puts Apple at a disadvantage and has led to declining iPhone sales in the country. Additionally, Apple's commission charges for app developers have caused backlash and are being scrutinized by regulators globally. Apple is currently negotiating commission practices with Tencent and ByteDance.
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AI will not fix Apple’s sluggish iPhone sales any time soon
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11m ago
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Apple unveiled its new iPhone 16 series at an event called "It's Glowtime," featuring the snazzy iPhone 16 Pro model in a new gold color called "desert titanium." The new phones are equipped with Apple's superfast A18 chips to power generative artificial intelligence (AI) features known as "Apple Intelligence." However, the AI features will only be available in beta from October onwards, and initial demos appear to be underwhelming. Apple is aiming to compete with Samsung and Microsoft in bringing generative AI to edge devices, but performance and computational power remain significant challenges.
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Investors Aren’t Buying Apple’s New iPhone
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1y ago
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Apple's fiscal fourth-quarter results indicate that the newest iPhones are not off to a strong start, with iPhone revenue rising only 3% compared to a 10% gain in the previous year. Analysts have low expectations for the current quarter, and Apple's shares dropped more than 3% in after-hours trading. Concerns are growing over the new iPhone cycle, the China market, and Apple's relationship with Google. CEO Tim Cook expressed optimism about the Indian market but made no mention of China. Apple's fate in China is intertwined with geopolitical pressures.
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Nvidia’s new AI chip delayed due to design flaws, says report | Mint
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1y ago
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Nvidia's upcoming AI chips are facing a delay of at least three months due to design flaws, impacting customers such as Meta, Google, and Microsoft. The delay was reported by sources indicating that shipments aren't expected until Q1 2025. While Nvidia did not comment on the delay, they reassured that production is on track. In other news, Nvidia's market value surged by $329 billion, aided by expectations of high demand for its processors after Microsoft reported increased AI expenditures. Rival chipmakers Intel and AMD are also trying to catch up in the AI chip race.
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For Apple’s AI push, China is a missing piece
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1y ago
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Apple is searching for a Chinese partner to offer its Apple Intelligence services, as its current AI models are not available in China. The company has held talks with several Chinese firms, including Alibaba Group and Baidu, but no deal has been announced yet. In China, smartphone makers are incorporating AI functions into their devices at a faster pace than Apple, causing the iPhone brand to fall behind its local competitors. Apple's iCloud service in China is also subject to Chinese government regulations, and the country's rising patriotism could affect the company's standing.
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Nvidia delays launch of new AI chip in China amid US export rules
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1y ago
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Nvidia has reportedly notified its Chinese customers about a delay in the release of its new AI chip, known as H20, due to tightened US export regulations. The chip was initially expected to launch on November 16 but has been rescheduled for the first quarter of next year, potentially impacting Nvidia's competitiveness in China. The delay is attributed to challenges faced by server manufacturers in integrating the H20 chip into their systems. Nvidia's reliance on these chips to maintain its market presence in China has become crucial after being restricted from shipping products to the country.
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Apple’s newest headache: an app that upended its control over messaging
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1y ago
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Apple is facing a challenge from an app called Beeper Mini, which allows Android devices to access Apple's iMessage service. Apple initially blocked the app due to security concerns, but Beeper Mini found alternative ways to operate. This has raised questions about Apple's market dominance and antitrust issues. The Justice Department has shown interest in the case, and the Federal Trade Commission has expressed scrutiny toward dominant players that limit interoperability. Rival smartphone makers have attempted to offer similar messaging services, but Apple's iMessage has helped the company expand its market share in the US.
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Foxconn recalls Chinese staff from India, disrupting Apple’s iPhone 17 plans - The Economic Times
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Foxconn has recalled over 300 Chinese engineers and technicians from its iPhone assembly plants in India, creating potential operational challenges for Apple as it prepares for iPhone 17 production. The reasons behind this recall remain unclear amidst ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions. Foxconn's investments in India, including a major plant in Devanahalli, aim to increase local iPhone production, but talent shortages may delay these plans. Apple is targeting significant production increases in India by late 2026.
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How does DeepSeek R1 really fare against OpenAI’s best reasoning models?
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6m ago
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DeepSeek recently launched its R1 model, aiming to rival OpenAI's top reasoning models. In various tests, R1 showed competitive performance, excelling in creative tasks like storytelling and joke generation. However, it struggled with precise tasks such as hidden code formation and complex arithmetic. While it lacks some of OpenAI’s precision, R1's potential challenge to the AI market marks significant progress, suggesting that cost-effective alternatives can rival industry leaders in large language model development.
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Apple’s Tim Cook tells China forum AI is key for climate battle
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1y ago
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Apple CEO Tim Cook highlighted the importance of artificial intelligence (AI) in helping businesses reduce their carbon footprint during a climate change discussion at the China Development Forum. Apple has set ambitious targets for carbon reduction and is investing heavily in AI development to achieve them. Cook emphasized the role of AI in calculating carbon footprints, identifying materials for recovery, and offering recycling strategies. He also highlighted China's advancements in AI and the challenges caused by US trade sanctions limiting access to high-quality semiconductors. Cook's visit to China was focused on demonstrating Apple's commitment to innovation and environmental protection in partnership with Chinese suppliers.
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Make in India: The 99% phone assembly masks a bigger gap
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India has significantly increased its mobile phone assembly capability, now producing 99% of the phones it consumes, aided by a ₹1.9 trillion Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. Despite this success, a major challenge remains: about 90% of the components in these electronics are still imported from China, Korea, and Taiwan. To address this, the Indian government has launched the ECM scheme to boost domestic electronics component manufacturing.
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