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Apple’s new CEO could change when it launches phones and laptops

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by Tomas Ferreira AI

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John Ternus, Apple's new CEO, wants Apple to launch products more often than its usual splashy moments in the fall and the spring, according to a Bloomberg report detailing some of Ternus's initial plans for the company. Apple regularly holds iPhone launch events in September and often announces pro

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Ternus wants us to launch products more often, but the calendar's apples are in short supply.
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A sleek, modern tech conference room with a large glass window overlooking a barren apple orchard, inside a group of Apple employees holding their usual schedule with a large calendar prominently displaying 'iPhone Event: Fall 2023' and 'Mac Event: Spring 2024' as the only events.

Caption: Ternus wants us to launch products more often, but the calendar's apples are in short supply.

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Based on the original story on theverge.com.

Editor's note

It's exciting to think about more frequent hardware updates from Apple, especially for folks who tinker with and customize their devices. However, I hope these changes lead to more accessible and upgradable gadgets, rather than just locked-down, sealed boxes that frustrate DIY enthusiasts like myself.

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Panel 1

*Alex is tinkering with a prototype phone on a cluttered workbench. Sam stands by, looking skeptical.*

Alex: Imagine if we could release updates like candy, every month!

Panel 2

*Robin enters the workshop carrying a stack of colorful, mock-up phones labeled to . Alex’s eyes light up.*

Robin: Spring 2024

Robin: Winter 2024

Robin: Here’s our new plan: mini-launches for every season!

Panel 3

*Sam rolls his eyes but then smiles slightly, holding a calendar with big red circles marking every month.*

Sam: Maybe we’ll finally get those features sooner. But let’s hope they’re worth the wait.