dachar

I think Tim Cook is right to be so enthusiastic about these type of applications. This is a real world use that I believe will have much longer user interest than the latest Sci Fi / fantasy games. That is not to say the best VR games will not be mega hits. They will, but for how long? Remember Pokeon Go? Everyone was doing it for a month or two, then interest started to tail off. I don't see any kids doing it now. I believe we will return to AR software time and again. Interested to see on AI other peoples' views.

tjwolf said:

Google is still much faster in updating its maps when a flaw is reported - I know this from personal experience having reported a missing road to both companies).  

 My experience is the exact opposite. I reported missing roads and 50-100 new house to both Apple and Google. Apple updated within a few days. Despite a number of requests it took Google 2-3 years to do the same update. 

I think Apple are doing Carpool Karaoke as a hook to getting new subscribers to Apple Music just like Amazon did with the Grand Tour, their version of Top Gear. In both cases they are very popular internationally. It's a smart move and will easily pay for itself.

If this is true then this could be even more damaging for Samsung.  

If all three mounds are ready for production now, ignoring some of the various rumours,  this seems imply the three iPhones will be released together.