After some feedback about the future of the Vision Pro, we discuss Apple's adventures in the EU, the inevitable fragmentation of Siri, and a curious new AirPods rumor.

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American Flag Air Dancers® Inflatable Tube Man – LookOurWay

Apple’s Vision platform needs to do more than get cheaper – Six Colors

Apple Vision Pro arrives in China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore - Apple

Vision Pro pre-orders open today in five more countries - 9to5Mac

Solotop for Apple Vision Pro Modern Solo Knit Top-strap Adapters print & Ship - Etsy

EU Commission Press Release

EU says Apple anti-steering rules in breach of DMA, officially investigating Core Technology Fee terms - 9to5Mac

Withholding Apple Intelligence from EU a 'stunning declaration' – 9to5mac

Fortnite and Epic Games Store Submitted to Apple for iOS Launch in EU - MacRumors

Apple’s Longer-Lasting Devices, iOS 19 and Apple Intelligence on the Vision Pro - Bloomberg

Gurman: Apple Intelligence Coming to Vision Pro, but Not HomePod - MacRumors

Apple could announce a Google Gemini deal this fall - The Verge

Apple Spurned Idea of iPhone AI Partnership With Meta Months Ago - Bloomberg

Apple Likely Planning to Use Bigger, Lower Resolution Displays for Cheaper Vision Headset - MacRumors

Kuo: New AirPods to Feature Cameras for Enhanced Spatial Experiences - MacRumors