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Apple experiments with gadgets; Starbucks explores AI-driven drive-thru menus

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Apple is currently in a phase of significant gadget experimentation, introducing new features like enhanced iPhone screens, MacBook touchscreens, and HomeView integration for CarPlay apps. Meanwhile, Starbucks is exploring the use of AI to create personalized digital menus for its drive-thru customers, aiming to enhance customer experience. AI

IMPACT AI is being explored for personalized customer experiences in retail, while tech giants continue to innovate across their hardware ecosystems.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses product experimentation and AI application in customer service, fitting commentary on industry trends.

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Apple experiments with gadgets; Starbucks explores AI-driven drive-thru menus

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    The delightfully messy state of Apple gadgets The iPhone has more screens! The MacBook has a touchscreen! The HomeView does CarPlay apps! For the first time in

    The delightfully messy state of Apple gadgets The iPhone has more screens! The MacBook has a touchscreen! The HomeView does CarPlay apps! For the first time in a long time, Apple is in a period of unabashed gadget experimentation, and while the final results aren't… https://www. …

    LINKS theverge.com/…/the-delightfully-messy-sta…
  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Starbucks wants to use AI to show you a ‘personalized digital menu’ at the drive-thru Starbucks could eventually show you a personalized digital menu when you p

    Starbucks wants to use AI to show you a ‘personalized digital menu’ at the drive-thru Starbucks could eventually show you a personalized digital menu when you pull up to the drive-thru. During an earnings call on Thursday, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol said the company is going to e…

    LINKS theverge.com/…/starbucks-ai-personalized-…

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