Apple’s ongoing investments in U.S. manufacturing, enhancements to Apple News+, and Apple Intelligence on Vision Pro were the topics on this MacVoices Live!. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, Jim Rea, and Mark Fucciol discussed Apple’s $500 billion commitment to U.S. facilities, clarifying that it aligns with long-term plans rather than a new shift. Apple News+’s new recipe and restaurant features were praised for adding value, while the iPhone 16e’s missing ultra-wideband and MagSafe raised concerns. Lastly, Vision Pro’s Apple Intelligence beta left panelists eager for more promised features in April.

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Show Notes:

Chapters:

00:07 Introduction to MacVoices

08:49 Apple News Plus Enhancements

13:23 The New iPhone 16e Features

13:50 Apple's Investment in U.S. Manufacturing

21:14 Apple Vision Pro Insights

Links:

Apple promises $500 billion in US investment in wake of tariff threats https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2025/02/apple-promises-500-billion-in-us-investment-in-wake-of-tariff-threats/

Recipes, restaurant reviews, and kitchen tips coming to Apple News+ https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/02/21/recipes-restaurant-reviews-and-kitchen-tips-coming-to-apple-news

iPhone 16e lacks Ultra Wideband tracking and Thread radio https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/02/19/iphone-16e-lacks-ultra-wideband-tracking-and-thread-radio

Hands on with Apple Intelligence on Apple Vision Pro https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/02/21/hands-on-with-apple-intelligence-on-apple-vision-pro

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