Benjamin and Chance discuss whether integrating visual intelligence into the Camera app rumored for iOS 27 by Bloomberg is a good idea. They also share Tim Cook's personal highs and lows throughout his career, Mayo mentions that the iPhone won't turn on when its battery is dead, and the App Store is offering a new monthly payment subscription option.

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Links

  • Ted Lasso season 4's Apple TV release date and first trailer have been announced
  • iOS 27 will add three new features to Apple's Photos app, according to reports
  • The Camera in iOS 27 will include an improved Visual Intelligence with Siri mode, according to reports
  • New iPhones have a problem with restarting when the battery is dead
  • Apple has introduced monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment in the App Store
  • The report shares new details including career highs and mistakes from Tim Cook's town hall meeting