343 - Apple Is Not Doomed

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Holden DePardo, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We start by dissecting Apple's Q1 2025 earnings report, highlighting record revenues of $124.3 billion, despite a slight dip in iPhone sales. The discussion emphasizes growth in services and other products, as the team explores the implications of Apple's shifting revenue sources. We also cover the latest updates on Vision Pro and VisionOS 2.3, noting its expanding gaming capabilities and the potential to attract more gamers. The episode celebrates the iPad's 15th anniversary, while also touching on recent technological advancements from other companies.

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The episode kicks off with a detailed analysis of Apple's recently released quarterly earnings report, sharing insights about record revenue of $124.3 billion for Q1 of 2025. While iPhone revenue dipped slightly, we explore how significant growth in services and other product categories like Mac, iPad, and wearables indicates strong overall performance.

Holden provides his perspective on the quarterly results, noting the surprising resilience of Apple's diverse product mix despite the iPhone's decline. Jeff adds that the focus on services has allowed Apple to reduce its dependency on the iPhone as a primary revenue source, foreseeing growth in other segments in the future. Marty emphasizes the importance of Apple's continued success in services, questioning whether recent drops in the wearables segment impact overall consumer sentiment.

The team transitions to discussions about the new Vision Pro updates, such as the launch of VisionOS 2.3, and its expanding gaming capabilities with over 2,000 titles available through NVIDIA's GeForce Now. The implications of this development for gaming and user experiences on the Vision Pro headset are assessed, with particular interest in how the device could attract more gamers going forward.

We delve into product innovations, such as Apple's plans for immersive content and recently released immersive videos focusing on sports and music, all aimed at enhancing user engagement. Each team member shares their opinions on the significance of these offerings in increasing the appeal of Apple's ecosystem. A segment is dedicated to the iPad's 15th anniversary, celebrating its impact on both personal and professional landscapes, alongside discussions of other software updates across Apple's range of devices, ensuring users stay informed about security and feature enhancements.

The episode turns towards some intriguing news topics, including CVS's rollout of tech for unlocking secured product cabinets via smartphones, and Microsoft's new integration with iOS for Windows 11.

Q1 Financial results

Apple's reports record revenue for Q1 2025

Apple CEO Tim Cook: There's a 'Lot of Innovation' Left for Future iPhone Development

Apple's install base reaches new high, but growth rate has slowed

Apple Now Has More Than 2.35 Billion Active Devices Worldwide

Apple Reports Best Quarter Ever in 1Q 2025 Results: $36.3B Profit on $124.3B Revenue

In Touch With Vision Pro this week.

Apple Releases visionOS 2.3

Vision Pro now offers 2,000+ games via NVIDIA GeForce NOW support

Game Developers Show Growing Interest in Apple Vision Pro for Gaming

Apple Vision Pro + Kendrick Lamar — Exclusive Experience

Apple's Newest Store Has A Dedicated Vision Pro Side Room

Apple's next immersive Vision Pro film involves bull riding and arrives soon

Beta this week. iOS 18.3 was released to the public this week.

Update Now: iOS 18.3 and macOS Sequoia 15.3 Include 20+ Security Updates

Apple Releases iOS 18.3 With Visual Intelligence and Notification Summary Improvements

Apple Releases watchOS 11.3 With New Black Unity Watch Face

Apple Releases tvOS 18.3

When Will Apple Release the iOS 18.4 Beta?

iOS 18.3 Adds Starlink Support to T-Mobile iPhones

Save 7GB Storage Per Device by Disabling Apple Intelligence

iOS 18.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 18.3

Apple Breaks watchOS Updates On Older Apple Watch Models [Update: Fixed]

Apple Finally Explains How to Install New Firmware on Your AirPods

iOS 18.3: Use New Visual Intelligence Features on iPhone 16

Apple Announced the iPad 15 Years Ago Today

In Touch With Mac this week

Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.3 With Genmoji

Apple to Patch Web Browser Vulnerabilities Affecting Recent Macs, iPads and iPhones

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News

Apple Might Start Buying Ads on X Again

Apple TV+ Introduces 'Sunday Night Soccer' With Weekly MLS Matches

Netflix Brings Full-Season Download Feature to iPhone and iPad

Windows 11 Start menu phone integration now includes iPhone support

CVS Tests Letting iPhone Users Unlock Product Cabinets Without an Employee

Announcements

Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1

Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.

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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios

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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet

Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net

About our Guest

Holden DePardo His Apple and tech knowledge brings great insights to the show.