Tripp Mickle

New York Times technology reporter covering Apple

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With the launch of its new, artificial intelligence-powered iPhone 16, Apple is hoping to boost smartphone sales, which have been sluggish lately.

Can Apple’s new AI software reverse iPhone sales slump?

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