In the 133rd episode, David and Donna discuss Apple’s evolving plans for 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Topics include the new iPad Pro with trackpad support, production of 5G iPhones with flat edges, a budget HomePod, and Apple’s partnership with Google to bring COVID-19 contact tracing to smartphones.
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Question of the week:
Do you plan to opt in to Apple and Google's contact tracing project to help slow the spread of the coronavirus? Why or why not? How would you feel about mandatory tracking as opposed to the opt-in only plan Apple and Google have committed to? Email podcast@iphonelife.com with your thoughts!
Articles referred to in this episode:
- Apple and Google partner on COVID-19 contact tracing technology
- Apple Plans iPad-Like Design for Next iPhone, Smaller HomePod
- Apple unveils new iPad Pro with breakthrough LiDAR Scanner and brings trackpad support to iPadOS
- How to Ask Siri About COVID-19 & Get Help Fast
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