Apple Intelligence launch delayed

Don't hold your breath for Apple Intelligence. Apple has reportedly delayed Apple Intelligence to October, missing the planned September launches of its new OS versions (iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and MacOS Sequoia): https://lnkd.in/gaZ6n7D7 That likely means that when iPhone 16 models launch this year, they won't ship with Apple Intelligence features. Instead, they will require a software update that should come weeks later. Developers, however, could still get to test Apple Intelligence features as soon as this week, as part of iOS 18.1 beta 1 and iPadOS 18.1 beta 1. Even then, only some Apple Intelligence features will be available, as most of the new Siri won't arrive until 2025. Yes, Apple is finally prioritizing AI, but for now that means more feature testing than feature launches. Like I said in June, Apple Intelligence is not quite ready: https://lnkd.in/gAekDTix The bullish argument is that Apple is being careful with AI tech where other companies have been careless. The bearish argument is that Apple is behind on AI tech and has no choice but to move slowly.

Apples AI features (Apple Intelligence) postponed. A very grown up and respectable decision from a brand that cares about getting things right. https://lnkd.in/eH67V3SC

Apples AI features (Apple Intelligence) postponed. A very grown up and respectable decision from a brand that cares about getting things right. https://lnkd.in/eH67V3SC

Apple will likely delay the launch of Apple Intelligence, highlighting the industry’s challenges of integrating AI. I get it, features like voice recognition and cross-device integration are complex to say the least. Disappointed in ATX ??, but I applaud Apple's dedication to perfecting their tech before release. Some details: [Apple Intelligence Launch Delay](https://lnkd.in/gnVDH9Vz) #AppleIntelligence #AI #Innovation

NEW: Apple Intelligence will arrive later than anticipated, coming in iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 in October and missing the initial September releases. Still, 18.1 will go into beta for developers this week. https://lnkd.in/gKVyRGHf

The more we discover about Apple Intelligence, the more it sounds like a rushed, half-baked plan. If only somebody called it out the day after the keynote. Oh wait, Elias Khnaser and I did exactly that in Reality Distortion Fields EP4. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/ePA4JK98

Towson, Maryland...that's the answer to a soon-to-be cocktail trivia question that has major implications. In a historic move, Apple agreed to a tentative labor deal with the union representing its retail workers in Towson, Maryland retail workers. This is the first union contract for any Apple employee in the country. Workers at the Apple store in Towson had?voted to join the International Association of Machinists union?in June 2022 and have since been seeking their first contract. The battle for better working conditions continues. If ratified, the Apple store deal would include significant improvements to workers’ schedules, which was a key point of contention in the negotiations. The contract also guarantees pay increases totaling 10% over three years and enhanced job security, including severance protections for laid-off employees and limitations on the use of contract workers. It's a major milestone, marking a significant victory for unionization efforts. This achievement stands in contrast to other high-profile union drives, such as those at Starbucks and Amazon, which have yet to secure contracts despite earlier union votes. More importantly, unionization efforts have been unsuccessful so far, and this now gives unions a foothold into organizing other Apple stores nationwide. The outcome of the Maryland contract negotiations could significantly impact the momentum of these campaigns https://lnkd.in/gYdVg2Kt #apple #union #retail #workers #maryland #workforce

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Coalition of Organized Retail Employees (IAM CORE) reached a tentative agreement with tech giant Apple (AAPL.O), on Friday over improvement in work-life balance, pay raises and job security. Workers at the Towson, Maryland, Apple retail store will vote on the tentative agreement on Aug. 6. Read more on Reuters