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?

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

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