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Logic Pro is used prominently by music producers. Apple has updated the software across Mac and iPad. Here is a rundown of all the updates
Seven Samsung India executives are contesting penalties linked to a $601 million tax demand. They argue against the severity of the alleged offense. The tax authority claims misclassification of mobile tower equipment imports occurred. Ravi Chadha, a logistics executive, calls the penalty process rushed. Other executives, including Sung Beam Hong and Sheetal Jain, have also challenged the order.
Samsung is poised to unveil a triple-fold device, potentially launching as early as Q3 2025. This dual-hinge foldable, expected to debut in South Korea and China, will unfold into a tablet-sized screen. With a price range of $3,000 to $3,500, it targets tech enthusiasts, exceeding the cost of current foldables and flagship smartphones.
Stephen Hawking warned years ago that the development of advanced artificial intelligence could pose a serious threat to humanitys survival. While he recognized the benefits of early AI, he feared that machines smarter than humans might evolve rapidly and surpass us, potentially leading to human extinction. Hawking also highlighted other global risks like climate change and nuclear war and urged humans to become a multi-planetary species to avoid disaster.
China just hosted the worlds first humanoid robot kickboxing match, and its as mind-blowing as it is unsettling. Unitree Robotics G1 bots donned gloves and sparred in live matches, mimicking real fighters with uncanny accuracy. As AI models fuel their every move, spectators are wondering: are we still watching entertainment, or previewing the future?
Xiaomi is set to unveil its YU7 electric SUV, poised to challenge Tesla's Model Y in China, alongside the Xring O1 mobile chip and Xiaomi 15S Pro smartphone. The company is also making significant investments in chip development, with plans to invest at least 50 billion yuan over the next decade.
Apple's smartphone shipments in China experienced a 9% drop in the first quarter, making it the only major manufacturer to witness a decline. While the overall market grew by 3.3%, Apple's shipments fell to 9.8 million, reducing its market share to 13.7%. Xiaomi, the market leader, saw a significant 40% surge in shipments.
Apple strategically chartered cargo flights to transport 600 tons of iPhones from India to the U.S., circumventing potential tariff increases. This move, involving approximately 1.5 million iPhones, aimed to bolster U.S. inventory amidst trade tensions. Apple also expedited customs clearance in India, mirroring practices in China, to facilitate faster shipments from Foxconn plants.
Amidst the Trump administration's tariff threats, Apple's stock price plummeted, yet retail stores experienced a surge in iPhone purchases. Customers, fearing significant price hikes due to potential 54% tariffs on Chinese-made iPhones, rushed to buy devices. This panic-buying boosted sales, creating a busy atmosphere reminiscent of the holiday season, potentially impacting Apple's upcoming quarterly results.