➀ The AI PC revolution integrates dedicated Neural Processing Units (NPUs) directly into devices, enabling on-device AI capabilities without cloud dependency, mirroring the IBM PC's transformative impact.

➁ Apple leads the AI PC market with its vertically integrated M-series chips and Neural Engine, achieving 35 TOPS performance and standardizing AI across all Macs by 2025, outpacing x86 competitors.

➂ Global AI PC shipments are projected to surge 165% in 2025, driven by corporate demand for productivity tools and consumer adoption of local AI applications, reigniting growth in the stagnant PC industry.

➀ The rumored upgrade of the next-generation MacBook Pro with an M6 chip may be a significant upgrade to the MacBook Pro family.

➁ The next-gen MacBook Pro is expected to finally adopt a touchscreen display with an OLED panel.

➂ Apple is rumored to be getting rid of the notch and replacing it with a punch-hole cutout.

➀ Apple introduces the M5 chip with significant performance improvements in AI, CPU, and GPU;

➁ The chip is built on a 3nm manufacturing process and boasts a 'world's fastest performance core';

➂ The M5 features 10 CPU cores and a next-generation GPU architecture optimized for AI and graphics.

➀ Amazon 上 Apple AirPods 4 售价 89 美元（降价 31%），这是历史最低价；

➁ AirPods 4 配备主动降噪（ANC）技术的版本也在促销，售价 118.98 美元（降价 34%）；

➂ Apple AirPods Max 售价 429 美元（降价 22%），提供多种颜色选择。

➀ Apple has doubled its top bug bounty payout to $2 million, with potential to exceed $5 million with bonuses;

➁ The largest payout is for zero-click chain flaws, which are remote attacks without user interaction;

➂ Apple's increased payouts reflect the rarity and potential danger of these types of security flaws.

➀ We are expecting a bunch of deals to emerge this week, especially once Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event gets underway on Tuesday, October 7.

➁ Deals on Apple products such as AirPods 4 and 11-inch iPad are highlighted.

➂ Discounts on various Apple devices like Beats Studio Buds, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and Apple Pencil Pro are mentioned.

➀ Amazon is offering discounts on laptops from brands like HP, Apple, and Dell during Prime Big Deal Days.

➁ A Dell 14 Plus is available for $849 on Amazon, with a 'Used - Like New' option at $762.05.

➂ Apple's 15.3-inch MacBook Air (2025) is on sale for $1,199, and the 14.2-inch MacBook Pro for $1,399.

➀ iFixIt对苹果最新的AirPods Pro 3进行了拆解，称其为“最不可维修和浪费的产品之一”；

➁ AirPods Pro 3在维修性方面得分极低，因为其设计难以拆卸和维修；

➂ iFixIt指出，AirPods系列一直存在维修性差的问题，AirPods Pro 3也不例外。

➀ iFixit conducted a teardown of the new Apple iPhone Air, exploring its lightweight and thinner design;

➂ Contrary to expectations, the device's simplified internal structure improved repairability despite its slim profile;

➂ The analysis highlights Apple's design choices balancing portability and maintenance efficiency, with reduced internal components.

➀ The first motion-controlled game using Apple AirPods' spatial audio sensors, 'RidePods - Race with Head,' enables steering via head tilts;

➁ Developer Ali Tanis reverse-engineered Apple's undocumented APIs to create the game, compatible with AirPods Pro and 3rd/4th Gen models;

➂ The game highlights Apple's hidden hardware potential, with future apps possibly leveraging similar sensor innovations.

➀ Intel is in early talks with Apple for a potential investment and collaboration, following recent funding from NVIDIA, SoftBank, and U.S. CHIPS Act equity conversion.

➁ Apple transitioned from Intel CPUs to its own Arm-based chips in 2020 but still uses Intel-related technologies like Thunderbolt and PCIe.

➂ A partnership could boost Intel's public image and align with Apple's $600B U.S. investment pledge, though negotiations remain uncertain.

➀ OpenAI partners with NVIDIA in a $100 billion deal to acquire next-gen Rubin GPUs for AI data centers, aiming to deploy 10GW computing power by 2026;

➁ Collaborates with Luxshare (Apple supplier) to develop ChatGPT-powered smart devices, signaling a hardware pivot alongside Jony Ive's design expertise;

➂ Pursues IPO to boost valuation amid concerns of an AI bubble, with $500B projected valuation despite $5B 2024 losses.

➀ A rare wooden-cased Apple-1 computer sold for $475,000 at auction, exceeding the pre-sale estimate by nearly 60%;

➁ The device, one of only nine surviving units, was owned by June Blodgett Moore and demonstrated functional capabilities in a pre-auction video;

➂ A Steve Jobs-signed check from 1976 also fetched $46,250, nearly doubling its estimated price, underscoring the high demand for Apple-related memorabilia.

➀ Apple's transition to its own in-house designed silicon is paying off with impressive Mac mini and MacBook systems;

➁ The 2024 Mac mini with an M4 chip is on sale for $499 at Amazon;

➂ The MacBook Air with an M4 chip is also available for $799 at Amazon.

➀ Apple has reportedly secured a majority of TSMC's 2nm chip production capacity to gain an early advantage;

➁ TSMC's N2 is the only 2nm-class fab available to fabless customers, with Apple getting priority treatment;

➂ The northern fab in Hsinchu Baoshan is reportedly fully dedicated to Apple's new chips, while the southern fab in Kaohsiung handles other customers.

➀ Apple's MacBook Air and MacBook Pro are currently on sale with attractive discounts;

➁ The 13-inch MacBook Air is priced at $699, down from $799;

➂ The 14-inch MacBook Pro is available for $1,299, a $300 discount;

➃ A variety of MacBook models are on sale with different configurations and price points.