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The failure of iPhone Air, the new Liquid Glass switch, and more — the main topics of this week. After the release of the latest flagship iPhone models, it seems that the new iPhone Air is not receiving the expected demand, leading to a significant reduction in production. Apple is trying to balance supply with demand, hence sharply cutting production volumes.

Last week, new beta versions of iOS 26.1, as well as updates for iPadOS and macOS Tahoe, were launched. This version introduced a new switch for Liquid Glass, allowing users to choose between transparent and dark mode. This enhances the interface design, highlighting glass elements or providing better readability. Additionally, the beta version added the ability to disable the swipe gesture for quick camera access and haptic feedback during calls.

Plans for New iPhone Models

According to rumors, Apple is preparing several new smartphone models. The first foldable iPhone in a book-style format, similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold, is expected in 2026, although some analysts predict a delay until 2027 due to technical difficulties with the hinge. Following this, in time for the company's 20th anniversary, a device with "zero" bezels is planned, where the OLED display wraps around all four sides. A foldable iPhone in a "clamshell" style, similar to the Z Flip, may appear in 2028.

New M5 Chip and Comparison with M4

Last week, Apple unveiled the new M5 chip for MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro. While it shows significant improvements in graphics and artificial intelligence capabilities, the CPU performance has not increased as dramatically. The chip remains the fastest in single-core performance in Geekbench tests.

The Future of CarPlay at GM

In 2023, General Motors announced the discontinuation of CarPlay and Android Auto support in its electric vehicles, instead offering a more integrated experience through its own infotainment system. This decision sparked outrage, but GM plans to gradually transfer support to gasoline models with major updates. The company described this approach as "very Jobs-like" and compared it to the removal of the disk drive to transition to modern technologies. However, the timeline for this transition has not yet been disclosed, and existing vehicles with CarPlay support will remain on the market for a long time.

Former Apple Employee Changes Name

Apple fans following the company may know the story of Sam Sung, a former Apple employee from Vancouver, Canada. He gained attention due to the similarity of his name to one of the main competitors. Eventually, he changed his name to avoid unwanted attention and publicity. According to business publications, he left Apple in 2013 and sought to transition to another field, and the name change helped him avoid the stress associated with publicity.