Apple Intelligence: more show than substance? John Gruber's scathing critique of Apple's recent AI demos hits home. As someone who was initially enthusiastic, I have to admit - the results are disappointing. Apple's trapped by its own success, desperately trying to appear relevant in AI while forgetting what made it great: shipping real, working products. The "good enough" approach won't cut it anymore, especially when competitors' AI offerings, despite their flaws, are leaving Apple in the dust.

Apple Intelligence: more show than substance? John Gruber's scathing critique of Apple's recent AI demos hits home. As someone who was initially enthusiastic, I have to admit - the results are disappointing. Apple's trapped by its own success, desperately trying to appear relevant in AI while forgetting what made it great: shipping real, working products. The "good enough" approach won't cut it anymore, especially when competitors' AI offerings, despite their flaws, are leaving Apple in the dust. 
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totally agree, felt the same way after the demos. it's like they forgot their roots. hoping they turn it around soon! 🍏🤞