Apple's Car Launch To AI Race And In-House Batteries: Weekend Tech Roundup

It seems like Apple Inc. AAPL was the star of the tech world over the week, with numerous developments and reports emerging about the Cupertino-based giant. From leading the race in artificial intelligence (AI) to potentially developing in-house batteries for future iPhones, Apple is making waves in the industry. Here’s a quick roundup of the top stories:

Morgan Stanley Places Apple Ahead in AI Race: In a recent report, Morgan Stanley analysts led by Katy Huberty have suggested that Apple is best positioned to benefit from the mainstream adoption of AI. The analysts believe that Apple’s unique combination of hardware, software, and services gives it an edge over competitors like Google GOOGL and Microsoft Corporation MSFT. Read the full article here.

Google Appeals to EU Regulators Over iMessage: Google, after previously urging Apple to open up iMessage to non-iPhone users, is now seeking the assistance of European Union regulators. Google has partnered with European telecom companies to push for Apple’s iMessage to be recognized as a “core” service, forcing Apple to make iMessage compatible with other messaging services. Read the full article here.

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Apple Car Launch Delayed: According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the launch of Apple’s self-driving car project, initially referred to as “Project Titan,” may not happen until later this decade. This report comes a month after tech analyst Ming-Chi Kuo stated he has lost visibility on the Apple Car project. Read the full article here.

Apple’s In-House Battery Development: Apple is reportedly working on its own battery for future mobile products, aiming to release them after 2025. The new battery is expected to significantly improve performance compared to existing ones. Read the full article here.

Apple’s New Feature to Curb Warranty Fraud: To reduce false warranty claims, Apple has incorporated a new feature in macOS Sonoma to detect liquid in USB-C ports on Macs, following a $53 million settlement in a lawsuit over inaccurate moisture indicators. Read the full article here.

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