Rumor Roundup: M5 Chip in Mass Production, Vision Pro Expanding Support, and Tim Cook’s iPhone Hints

Rumor Replay: Apple’s M5 Chip, iPhone Roadmap, and More

Apple's M5 Chip Enters Mass Production with AI Upgrade

• Report: ETNews indicates that Apple has started mass production of the M5 chip using new process technology to enhance AI performance.
• Timing: The first M5 products are expected to launch in the fall with new iPad Pro and MacBook Pro models. However, there's a possibility of an earlier surprise launch similar to last year’s M4 debut in May.

PlayStation VR2 Controller Support for Vision Pro

• Status: Sony and Apple are still working on bringing PlayStation VR2 controller support to the Vision Pro, likely through a software update later this year.
• Speculation: The feature might be introduced with visionOS 3, though it could also appear in an earlier visionOS 2.4 update.

Tim Cook Teases iPhone Roadmap

• Quote: On Apple’s recent earnings call, CEO Tim Cook hinted at significant upcoming innovations for the iPhone.
• Context: Reports suggest that the iPhone 17 Air will feature a thinner form factor this fall, and a foldable model (iPhone 18 Fold) is expected next year.

Conclusion

• The M5 chip’s early production and potential early release could indicate another surprise from Apple.
• PlayStation VR2 controller support for the Vision Pro is in development, likely to be released later this year.
• Tim Cook's comments suggest that significant changes are coming to the iPhone lineup, with radical designs expected soon.