Apple Isn’t Losing the AI Race. It’s Playing a Different Game.

AI companions are quietly becoming part of everyday life. Millions of people now talk to AI for comfort, coaching, reminders, or just to feel less alone. Public health experts now classify loneliness as a health risk factor comparable to smoking. Emotionally intelligent software isn’t a novelty; it’s a response to crisis.The blend of mental health support, productivity assistance, and always-on connection is creating an entirely new category of consumer technology, and the early signs suggest people are willing to pay for it.  Read More