OpenAI's first Jony Ive-designed hardware device won't ship to customers until next year, new court filings show (via Wired). The motion stems from a trademark infringement lawsuit filed last year by audio device startup iyO. The company sued OpenAI after the latter acquired io, a startup founded by Apple's former design chief. OpenAI's original stated goal was to ship the ChatGPT-powered device before the end of 2026. But in the latest filing, the company said its first hardware device won't ship to customers before the end of February 2027. OpenAI has not created any packaging or marketing materials for its first hardware device either, according to the documents. The filing also said that OpenAI had reviewed its product-naming strategy and…

Apple's iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max have been runaway hits in China, but it has nothing to do with new AI or camera features – it's largely down to the color. The Cosmic Orange finish made available exclusively on Apple's high-end Pro models has been widely dubbed "Hermès orange" by Chinese consumers who associate the vivid hue with the French luxury brand's signature color. The Financial Times reports that videos showcasing the orange iPhones have gone viral on Chinese social media since the devices launched in September. "It sounds simple, but it's the external obvious changes to design, which includes the introduction of a shout-out orange colour, that pulled out early upgraders," IDC senior research director Nabila…

Macworld TL;DR: This lifetime Microsoft Office 2024 license works for Mac or PC, and it’s on sale for $99.97 for a limited time. The main reason many people stick with Microsoft 365 is access to newer features, especially AI tools — but that advantage is gone. Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business delivers the latest versions of Microsoft’s apps with modern AI integrations, without locking you into a subscription. Instead of paying at least $99.99 every year, you can pay $99.97 once for lifetime access (MSRP $249.99). What’s included: Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook This version provides the latest updates for the core apps. In Word, that includes Focus Mode, which hides extra toolbars, and Smart Compose, which uses AI to suggest text as you write. PowerPoint…

ChatGPT has begun showing ads to Free and Go users in the US, marking the first time a major AI chatbot has embraced advertising. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Ever since Apple introduced its Studio Display back in March 2022, several customers have been wondering when Apple… The post Gurman: ‘Studio Display XDR’ coming soon with four key upgrades appeared first on Appleosophy.

According to a leaker and prototype collector that goes by “Kosutami,” Apple’s next-generation AirPods Pro will implement IR… The post Upcoming AirPods Pro could feature IR cameras for ‘spatial awareness’ appeared first on Appleosophy.