Apple CEO Tim Cook landed in Hanoi Monday morning to kickstart his two-day visit to Vietnam. This trip comes in light of Vietnam being a key manufacturing hub for the iPhone maker. During his visit, Cook is expected to meet students and content creators, according to Vietnamese state media. He said that he would also call upon the users of Apple products to better understand how they are employed, reported Vietnam's online newspaper VietnamNet.
The newspaper quoted Tim Cook as saying, "Apple would boost its connection with local suppliers, clean water projects and education opportunities."
Earlier last week, around 60 human and environmental rights bodies wrote to Apple in which they pressed the company to take action on Vietnam's detention of climate experts. The organisations are urging Apple to weigh in on the matter, given its manufacturing links.
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Apple To Release AI-Focused M4 Chip For Macs
In other news, Apple is getting all ramped up for the launch of a new generation of Macs powered by the M4 chip, as per a report by Bloomberg. This new chip will be a significant upgrade as it will boast advanced artificial intelligence (AI) processing capabilities. The Bloomberg report while citing sources familiar with Apple's plans, indicated that the company is close to manufacturing of the M4 chip.
This chip will be integrated into all Mac models, including iMacs, MacBook Pros (including a new low-end 14-inch model), and Mac Minis.
Apple is targeting the launch of these refreshed Mac models towards the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025. The emphasis on AI processing in the M4 chip indicates Apple's intent to vie in the expanding realm of AI-driven laptops. This advancement is poised to enhance capabilities such as video editing, content creation, and software development.