Apple shares its first ‘App Store Transparency Report’ with data on app rejections, gov requests, more
Apple has released its first-ever "<a href="https://www.apple.com/legal/transparency/">App Store Transparency Report</a>," which provides detailed information on app removals and appeals, developer account terminations, government requests for app takedowns, and more. The report is part of Apple's settlement with a group of developers in 2021 and the agreement with shareholders to publish additional App Store data. The report includes data on rejected apps, removed apps by category or violation type, terminated developer accounts by provision violated, terminated customer accounts, fraudulent transactions prevented value, average weekly visitors to the App Store and downloads/redownloads/updates.
Apple Halts Use of OpenAI's ChatGPT AI Chatbot Over Data Security Concerns
Apple Inc. has stopped using OpenAI's AI chatbot, ChatGPT, across its operations due to concerns over the potential compromise of sensitive company data.
Apple Lowers Sales Estimates for Mixed-Reality Headset by Two-Thirds
Apple Inc has reportedly lowered its sales estimates for its upcoming mixed-reality headsets by about two-thirds, according to Bloomberg News. The company had initially hoped to sell around 3 million units annually, but has now reduced those estimates to about 1 million, and then to 900,000 units.
Apple Restricts Company Usage of AI Chatbot ChatGPT Over Data Security Concerns
Apple has banned the use of Microsoft-backed AI chatbot ChatGPT and similar tools by its employees due to concerns over sensitive data being compromised. The company is currently developing its own AI technology and fears that workers using these programs could expose confidential information.
Apple is set to release a mixed reality headset, which although deviates from Tim Cook's initial vision, will still define the field.
Apple is set to release a mixed-reality headset called Reality, which will run on a new xrOS operating system and cost around $3,000. The device has been in development for seven years and has deviated from CEO Tim Cook's initial vision of a pair of unobtrusive eyeglasses that could be worn all day. Instead, the headset resembles a pair of ski goggles and requires a separate battery pack. The device is expected to be a major achievement for Cook and could be the foundation of a post-iPhone era for Apple. However, doubts remain about the device's potential success, given the lack of a real market for mixed-reality headsets.
Decentraland (MANA) Rises Amid Rumors of Apple's Metaverse Plans
Decentraland (MANA) has experienced significant gains in the past day, outpacing the broader crypto market. The surge in price is believed to be linked to rumors of Apple launching its own metaverse, which have been circulating since Monday.
Metacade Price Surges Ahead of Apple's Anticipated Mixed Reality Headset Release
The native tokens of metaverse projects experienced a significant price surge following the announcement of Apple's venture into mixed reality. Apple is expected to release its highly-anticipated mixed-reality headset in the coming weeks, causing another surge in metaverse tokens, including Metacade's MCADE token, which has seen a 20% increase in price.
Apple introduces new features for cognitive accessibility, along with Live Speech, Personal Voice, and Point and Speak in Magnifier
Apple introduced new accessibility features to help people with disabilities, including Assistive Access for cognitive disabilities, Live Speech for nonspeaking users, and Point and Speak in Magnifier for low vision users. Assistive Access simplifies iPhone apps to focus on essential features. Live Speech allows users to type what they want to say during calls and conversations. Point and Speak identifies text for low vision users to interact with objects. The features use machine learning to ensure privacy while providing innovative tools to connect people in new ways. Apple celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day with new features, curated collections, and more to make technology accessible to all.
Apple to Launch VR/AR Headset in Early June, Potentially Boosting Metaverse Adoption
Reports suggest that Apple's highly-anticipated virtual and augmented reality headset could fast-track the emergence of the metaverse. The new device, which could be called "Reality Pro," is expected to launch in early June and compete with other premium VR headsets.
Apple to occupy 90% of TSMC 3nm capacity in 2023
Apple is expected to use TSMC's new 3nm chip manufacturing process for its upcoming A17 Bionic chip in the iPhone 15 Pro and M3 chip in future Macs and iPads. This will provide a significant boost in performance and efficiency over the current 4nm chips. Apple has reportedly booked nearly 90% of TSMC's initial 3nm production capacity for this year, which will provide a growth driver for TSMC in the second half of 2023. The 3nm chips may feature up to 40 compute cores and provide the biggest leap in Apple silicon chips since 2020. However, Apple devices will eventually migrate to an enhanced 3nm process called N3E which is not expected to ramp up production until 2024.
