iPhone 17, Air & Pro: Is Apple falling behind in tech innovation?

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00:00Apple just unveiled the iPhone 17, the iPhone Air, and the 17 Pro.

00:04And while many longtime fans are excited for the release this fall,

00:07a loud majority are criticizing the tech giant for their lack of innovation.

00:11The September Apple keynote event left enthusiastic fans excited over the new iPhone lineup,

00:16praising Apple's continued focus on design and performance.

00:19But across social media platforms, a growing number of voices are raising questions

00:23about whether these updates represent true innovation or simply incremental refinement.

00:28Posts on X and Reddit highlight a recurring theme.

00:31Many users feel the changes are too subtle,

00:33and some are wondering if Apple is truly keeping pace with broader industry trends,

00:37like foldable displays, AI-powered features, and satellite connectivity.

00:41Tech experts are also weighing in.

00:42CEO of Creative Strategies Ben Bajarin stated, quote,

00:45Apple's innovation often happens beneath the surface through integration and long-term strategy.

00:50Meanwhile, Daniel Newman, CEO of Futurum Group, said, quote,

00:53I am no longer surprised by Apple's lack of innovation and ingenuity.

00:57But come on, for crying out loud, you're better than this, Apple.

01:00Now, according to Nielsen IQ, 71% of consumers now wait three years or more to upgrade their smartphones,

01:06signaling a shift towards a more deliberate, value-driven tech purchase.

01:09And this is a broader reflection of the buying habits of today's consumer,

01:12what we buy, how often we upgrade, and what we expect from the products we use daily.

01:17So now the question is yours.

01:19Is Apple redefining innovation on its own terms,

01:21or is the public right to expect more dramatic leaps?

01:24Let us know in the comments, and of course, follow us here for more.