Benjamin and Chance get hyped for the just-announced Apple event, entitled ‘Let Loose’ set for May 7, in which we expect Apple to finally update the iPad hardware lineup. There’s also rumors that Apple is preparing to end FineWoven case production, and a weird curio that the iPhone 17 Plus screen may get slightly smaller. Elsewhere, AirPlay for hotels finally arrives and Apple is nearing a deal to exclusively stream the 2025 FIFA Club Word Cup.
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Apple announces special event for May 7: 'Let Loose'
Tim Cook hints at new Apple Pencil 3 coming next month
Ross Young: New iPad Air won’t feature mini-LED after all, but a new mystery iPad is coming in Q4
Rumor: Apple ends production of FineWoven cases and watch bands, following complaints
Apple still has one more 'season' of FineWoven accessories in the works, but the end is near
Kuo: Apple cuts Vision Pro shipments, now 'reviewing and adjusting' headset strategy
AirPlay streaming launches today on TVs at IHG hotels and resorts
Full list of hotels with AirPlay streaming support
Report: iPhone 17 Plus to feature a smaller screen than current 'Plus' phones
Gurman: iOS 18 AI features to be powered by 'entirely on-device' LLM, offering privacy and speed benefits
Apple nearing billion-dollar streaming TV deal with FIFA; still in the running for NBA rights
Yes, the YouTube app now hijacks your Apple TV's screen saver