Most of the cast of “Ted Lasso” is headed to the White House to talk mental health. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts and Ken talk about some of the great stories on Apple TV+. Plus – the “Steve Jobs” auction revisited, and a quick dip into Mailbag Monday.
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TSMC Founder Sees a Darker Timeline
Foxconn may make AirPods in India, the founder of TSMC speaks a scary future, and life imitates art on the moon.
Sobering Thoughts from TSMC's Founder - TMO Daily Observations 2023-03-17
The founder of Apple’s chipmaking partner TSMC struck a worrying note this week when assessing US/Taiwanese relations. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk about that. Plus – Adventures in Sleep in the Apple Health app.
Home a Major Issue for Apple
Home is a “Major Issue” for Apple, Apple leads on smartphone sustainability, and sticking the year of the rabbit in your ear.
Travelin' Tim Talks TSMC
From the Observation Deck, we can see Travelin’ Tim hits Arizona, pricing changes for the App Store, and new homes for HomePod mini.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Says Chips Can Soon Be Stamped ‘Made in America’
Speaking at an event in Arizona, Apple CEO Tim Cook said the tech giant’s chips will soon be able to be labeled as “Made in America.”
TSMC Choice of Arizona for Its Chipmaking Plant Makes More Sense Than You Might Think
Questions on why TSMC would choose the desert state of Arizona lead to research, which shows the decision actually makes sense.
Protests in China and Chipmaking in Arizona - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-28
“iPhone City” isn’t the only city in China seeing protests. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins us to talk societal issues, Foxconn issues, and issues for Apple investors. Then, a Mailbag Monday question from Johnny: If chipmaking needs water, why are chipmakers going to Arizona?
What a Week Monday Was - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-22
Bad news and interesting topics to tackle Tuesday. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to discuss a tragedy at a Boston-area Apple Store, whether Apple can keep outperforming the markets, processors coming out of the Arizona desert, and Bob Iger’s return as CEO of Disney.
TSMC Founder Says Arizona Plant to Produce 3-Nanometer Chips
According to TSMC founder Morris Chang, the semiconductor manufacturer will produce its latest 3-nanometer chips at its new Arizona plant.
A Glass Half Full of Chips - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-18
Is Apple’s plan to buy chips sourced from Arizona actually good news? Depends which headline you read. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to to talk about the glass half-empty takes. Plus – Apple hardware is filling the glass with medical goodness.
Tim Cook Confirms Apple to Source Chips From TSMC Plant In US Starting In 2024
Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed that the company will source chips from TSMC’s plant in Arizona beginning in 2024.
What Does Warren Buffett's TSMC Investment Tell Us? - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-16
Warren Buffet doesn’t invest in fads. This used to mean he didn’t invest in tech, though between his Apple holdings and the $4.1B he’s invested in chipmaker TSMC, he’s pretty deep in tech at this point. So – what does that mean for technology? “Daily Tech News Show” host Tom Merritt joins Ken to trip down memory lane and peer into tomorrow.
Investor Warren Buffett Just Bought a $5B Stake in Chipmaker TSMC
Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors in history, has made a multi-billion-dollar purchase of chipmaker TSMC stock.
TSMC May Build More in Arizona, China Locks Down AirDrop and More Entertainment News
TSMC may plant a second plant in Arizona, news of updates and betas from Apple, and a wee bit of entertainment news.
Apple May Start Using U.S. Made Chips as Manufacturer TSMC Potentially Building Second Arizona Plant
Reports indicate that Apple may start using U.S. made chips, as chipmaker TSMC is looking into building a second plant in Arizona.
Apple Chip Supplier TSMC Granted Exemption from U.S. Restrictions on High-Tech Chip Exports to China
Apple chip supplier TSMC was granted an exemption from stricter U.S. export law prohibiting the sale of high-tech gear to China.
Apple Agrees to TSMC's Price Hike Despite Previous Reports of Rejecting the Bid
Reports indicate that Apple has agreed to TSMC’s price hike on processors, despite previous reports stating the opposite.
Analysts Say, "What did Bloomberg Say?"
Apple’s suffering poor sales, or maybe not. The company’s next earnings call is scheduled. Ming-Chi Kuo predicts the future, and more.
Apple Rejects TSMC Bid to Increase Chip Price
Apple may be exerting its importance as TSMC’s biggest client, rejecting a proposed increase in chip prices.
Apple Eyes Becoming First Company to Use TSMC's Next 3-Nanometer Chip Technology
Apple plans to be the first company to deploy TSMC’s next 3-nanometer chip technology for its future premium iPhone models.
TSMC Completes Primary Construction of Arizona Plant
According to the governor of Arizona, TSMC has finished construction of the primary facility for its new fabrication plant there.
TSMC Soon to Begin Production of 3nm M2 Pro Chip for MacBook Pro
Industry insiders have reported to Taiwanese news sites that TSMC will soon begin production of the M2 Pro chip for new MacBook Pro models.
Top Chinese Economist Suggests Seizing TSMC, Top Apple Chip Supplier
In a recent online forum, a leading Chinese economist suggested the country should seize control of TSMC, the top Apple chip supplier.