Apple AI coming to Spotlight search, new Sports app, iPhone 15 battery re-rated
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The Apple news cycle continues apace this week, with the company launching a brand new app, Sports, for sports scores. The iPhone 15 battery is now rated for twice as many charge cycles, along with a redesigned Battery UI in iOS 17.4. Apple is reportedly planning new AI features for both Spotlight search and Xcode code completion, and the EU readies a $500 million fine for Apple’s anticompetitive behavior in music streaming market. Benjamin and Chance break down all that and more in this week’s episode.

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Links

• Apple confirms iOS 17.4 removes Home Screen web apps in the EU, here’s why)

• Report: EU to fine Apple about $500 million for anticompetitive App Store policy in music streaming market)

• Is Microsoft planning an Xbox Cloud Gaming app for iPhone? Nope.)

• Apple to launch new AI coding and testing features in Xcode this year: report)

• Apple tests upgraded iPhone and Mac search using AI)

• Apple Music Replay updated with monthly stats views, 2024 Replay Mix available starting today)

• Apple Music testing feature that easily imports playlists from Spotify and other services)

• Apple says iPhone 15 batteries have a longer lifespan than initially thought)

• iOS 17.4 makes it easier to know if your iPhone's battery health is 'normal')

• iMessage quantum security arrives with iOS 17.4)

• Apple releases Sports app for iPhone, featuring real-time scores, stats and more)

• Apple teases MLS playoffs Immersive Video for Vision Pro coming soon, shot in 8K 3D)