I suspect likely this summer. An M3 Max Mac Studio will be a killer machine.
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Which is true but timing is everything. They released the SE 6 months before the Mini and many thought the SE was the Mini, if I'm remembering correctly. The Mini is never going to be a huge seller but there is a market for it. The SE and Mini should be combined into 1 product.
This is me. I prefer the larger phones mostly because of the battery life gained with it
Mac mini and hundreds of displays to choose from is the best setup.
You got a point. An iMac Pro doesn’t make much sense. If you need a pro, you need the top of the line in performance, so why tie it to a screen? That screen can last many more years than the computer itself. Apple released the Studio and Mac Pro for this exact audience.
Seems fair considering the mini´s age; my battery cap. (health) reads 88%.
well yeah, it is something people want. They just don't want all the compromises that Apple keeps bundling in with smaller screens. Someone over there is equating: People want a smaller iPhone/ipad = a smaller screen is less expensive = what people really want is a less expensive iPhone/iPad = lets make try to sell them a cheaped out feature-lite small model. Then when no one buys it, "oh so people don't want a smaller screen after all." No, we want a phone/iPad like the extremely popular iPad mini 4, which was the exact same hardware in the full-sized iPad at the time, but in a lighter, more portable size. When they do that, they sell.
You say that, but it's not the case. An iPhone mini with Pro feature set would have had even worse battery life and been less popular due to the higher price. Physics simply isn't on your side here.
even after years and years of perfect patterns, people seem to forget them when making Apple predictions... let's clear up the Apple Watch Series and Apple Watch Ultra... THEY DO 3 YEAR CYCLES.
Series:
0, 1/2 (same year), 3 (Gen 1)
4, 5, 6 (Gen 2)
7, 8, 9 (Gen 3)
That means Series 10 this year will be the Gen 4 redesign and some are saying its the largest update since at least Gen 2 if not the beginning of Apple Watch, with the first all new band connection redesign that will leave all the old bands behind in terms of compatiblity. It should also contain new sensor updates enabling some form of passive blood pressure trend tracking and sleep apnea detection. It's possible they save the sensors for the 2025 Series 11 watch and sell the Series 10 solely on the basis of the physical redesign being Apple.
Ultra:
1, 2, (3-> YES IT IS COMING THIS YEAR, NO IT WON'T BE A BIG CHANGE) (Gen 1)
First off Ultra 3 will launch this fall. It will be the exact same body but to help sell them they will finally offer a second color finish, likely one of their Space Gray / Black styles to go with the existing finish. Whatever new sensors / chips in the Series 10 redesign will be put internally in the Ultra 3. If Series 10 doesn't have that (and only has physical changes) then Ultra 3 will literally just be a new color option and whatever software changes Apple might make exclusive to it.
The Ultra 4 will launch in 2025 and will be the first physical exterior changes to the Ultra line representing the Gen 2 of Ultra and maybe they will offer a smaller version for the first time as an option. If the MicroLED isn't ready they will use an OLED and the MicroLED will become an update in the Ultra 5 in 2026. Although the screen will be larger per the rumors do NOT expect the watch to get larger, the Ultra has very large bezels which if reduced / eliminated will allow for that bigger screen without a bigger case.
Software:
The Series (and Ultra) watches will apparently get new sensors that track blood pressure (not with numbers, just trends) and sleep apnea. I expect the Ultra (but not necessarily Series) watches to get true turn by turn real time navigation / mapping for running, hiking and biking trails. I expect both watches to benefit from a new "AI based" coaching system to be introduced, at a cost or part of Apple Fitness+, along with new recovery metrics that tell you how fatigued and ready to workout you are.
Series:
0, 1/2 (same year), 3 (Gen 1)
4, 5, 6 (Gen 2)
7, 8, 9 (Gen 3)
That means Series 10 this year will be the Gen 4 redesign and some are saying its the largest update since at least Gen 2 if not the beginning of Apple Watch, with the first all new band connection redesign that will leave all the old bands behind in terms of compatiblity. It should also contain new sensor updates enabling some form of passive blood pressure trend tracking and sleep apnea detection. It's possible they save the sensors for the 2025 Series 11 watch and sell the Series 10 solely on the basis of the physical redesign being Apple.
Ultra:
1, 2, (3-> YES IT IS COMING THIS YEAR, NO IT WON'T BE A BIG CHANGE) (Gen 1)
First off Ultra 3 will launch this fall. It will be the exact same body but to help sell them they will finally offer a second color finish, likely one of their Space Gray / Black styles to go with the existing finish. Whatever new sensors / chips in the Series 10 redesign will be put internally in the Ultra 3. If Series 10 doesn't have that (and only has physical changes) then Ultra 3 will literally just be a new color option and whatever software changes Apple might make exclusive to it.
The Ultra 4 will launch in 2025 and will be the first physical exterior changes to the Ultra line representing the Gen 2 of Ultra and maybe they will offer a smaller version for the first time as an option. If the MicroLED isn't ready they will use an OLED and the MicroLED will become an update in the Ultra 5 in 2026. Although the screen will be larger per the rumors do NOT expect the watch to get larger, the Ultra has very large bezels which if reduced / eliminated will allow for that bigger screen without a bigger case.
Software:
The Series (and Ultra) watches will apparently get new sensors that track blood pressure (not with numbers, just trends) and sleep apnea. I expect the Ultra (but not necessarily Series) watches to get true turn by turn real time navigation / mapping for running, hiking and biking trails. I expect both watches to benefit from a new "AI based" coaching system to be introduced, at a cost or part of Apple Fitness+, along with new recovery metrics that tell you how fatigued and ready to workout you are.
Not quite, a few problems with using the iPhone PM as an iPad Nano:
- iPhones don’t support secondary device Continuity features like call/sms forwarding (and can’t use PM as main phone, it’s way too huge)
- iPhones have a poorer aspect ratio for landscape use
- Nexus 7 is way bigger than a PM, especially if the bezel is decreased, but just small enough to comfortably hold in one hand and fit into most pockets
One trick i used to get over this mini phone. Bought an iPhone 14 Pro Max and forced use it for a year even if I hate to manage that size. After that bought the iPhone 15 pro. It feels like the smallest phone I've ever used. No more missing mini sized iPhones anymore.
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What are the hurdles to bringing a quality foldable smartphone to market, and why hasn’t a $3 trillion company like Apple managed to do it by now?
ChatGPT 3.5
Creating a quality foldable smartphone involves overcoming several technical and design challenges. Some hurdles include:
1. Durability: Foldable screens need to withstand constant bending without losing display quality or durability over time.
2. Material Innovation: Developing flexible and durable materials for the display and hinge mechanism is crucial. Finding materials that can maintain structural integrity through repeated folding is challenging.
3. Engineering Complexity: Designing a hinge system that allows for smooth folding without compromising structural integrity or performance is a complex engineering task.
4. Manufacturing Precision: Achieving the level of precision required for mass production of foldable screens and components adds complexity to the manufacturing process.
5. Battery Technology: Foldable devices need innovative battery solutions that can fit into compact spaces and provide sufficient power for extended use.
6. User Experience: Ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience across the folding and unfolding states requires careful software development and optimization.
Regarding Apple specifically, while they are a sizable company, the challenges mentioned are significant and may require extensive research and development. Additionally, Apple tends to prioritize delivering polished and well-integrated products, which could contribute to a more cautious approach in adopting new form factors.
It's worth noting that Apple might be working on such technology behind the scenes, and the absence of a foldable iPhone in the market doesn't necessarily mean they haven't explored the concept. Companies often take their time to ensure a product meets their standards before bringing it to market.
What are the hurdles to bringing a quality foldable smartphone to market, and why hasn’t a $3 trillion company like Apple managed to do it by now?
ChatGPT 3.5
Creating a quality foldable smartphone involves overcoming several technical and design challenges. Some hurdles include:
1. Durability: Foldable screens need to withstand constant bending without losing display quality or durability over time.
2. Material Innovation: Developing flexible and durable materials for the display and hinge mechanism is crucial. Finding materials that can maintain structural integrity through repeated folding is challenging.
3. Engineering Complexity: Designing a hinge system that allows for smooth folding without compromising structural integrity or performance is a complex engineering task.
4. Manufacturing Precision: Achieving the level of precision required for mass production of foldable screens and components adds complexity to the manufacturing process.
5. Battery Technology: Foldable devices need innovative battery solutions that can fit into compact spaces and provide sufficient power for extended use.
6. User Experience: Ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience across the folding and unfolding states requires careful software development and optimization.
Regarding Apple specifically, while they are a sizable company, the challenges mentioned are significant and may require extensive research and development. Additionally, Apple tends to prioritize delivering polished and well-integrated products, which could contribute to a more cautious approach in adopting new form factors.
It's worth noting that Apple might be working on such technology behind the scenes, and the absence of a foldable iPhone in the market doesn't necessarily mean they haven't explored the concept. Companies often take their time to ensure a product meets their standards before bringing it to market.
Maybe MacRumors should just make a script that automatically copy pastes posts and replies between MacRumors and ChatGPT 🤷♂️
Hah. This gave me a good chuckle. Although I don’t think I could handle using one of those massive phones for a year.
Here you go: this is it the iMac 27" with M3, 8 GB RAM and 256 GB SSD storage. Starting price at 2999 $. The display panel in it is absolutely amazing and in specs similar to Studio Display.
Available from June 2024. Do NOT believe the rumors, that there wont be any refreshed computers.