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Apple reported its fiscal Q1 2023 results, achieving $117.2 billion in revenue, a 5% decline year-over-year. The earnings per diluted share were $1.88. Despite challenges, Apple reached a significant milestone with over 2 billion active devices in its installed base and recorded $20.8 billion in revenue from its Services segment, setting a new all-time high. Operating cash flow was $34 billion, and Apple returned $25 billion to shareholders through dividends and repurchases. A cash dividend of $0.23 per share will be paid on February 16, 2023, to shareholders of record as of February 13, 2023.

Apple Music is enhancing the experience for Rihanna fans ahead of the highly anticipated Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show on February 12, 2023. Subscribers can now enjoy her catalog in Spatial Audio, showcasing her diverse musical styles. The press conference on February 9, 2023, at 10 a.m. MST will feature an interview with Rihanna, allowing fans to engage with the event through various platforms. Additionally, Apple Music Radio will offer exclusive programming leading up to the performance, including a special series reflecting on notable past performances. This initiative reinforces Apple's role in music innovation, offering over 100 million songs.

On Data Privacy Day, Apple unveiled new educational resources aimed at empowering users to control their data privacy. The initiative, which includes a special 'Today at Apple' session starting January 28, will cover features like Mail Privacy Protection and Location Services. Apple, known for its commitment to user privacy, builds extensive privacy protections into all its products, such as App Tracking Transparency. The company emphasizes that privacy is a fundamental human right, reflecting its long-standing leadership in this area.

Apple has launched the HomePod (2nd generation), designed to enhance audio quality and smart home functionalities. This speaker features Spatial Audio, advanced computational audio, and new Siri capabilities, allowing users to manage tasks hands-free. The sleek design includes a recycled fabric option, while the acoustic system is powered by a custom-engineered woofer and multiple tweeters. Users can enjoy over 100 million songs on Apple Music and utilize features like Sound Recognition for safety alerts. Priced at $299, it will be available starting February 3.

Apple has launched the new Mac mini, now powered by M2 and M2 Pro chips, starting at just $599. The M2 Pro chip provides pro-level performance, allowing users to execute high-performance workflows in a compact design. Mac mini with M2 offers significant advantages over its predecessor, delivering up to 50% faster performance in Adobe Photoshop. The M2 Pro variant enhances capabilities with a 12-core CPU and 19-core GPU, achieving up to 14x faster performance than Intel-based systems. Customers can order now, with shipments starting on January 24. The Mac mini is also designed with environmental sustainability in mind.

Apple has announced the launch of M2 Pro and M2 Max, its latest generation of SoCs designed for enhanced performance and power efficiency. The M2 Pro features up to a 12-core CPU, a 19-core GPU, and supports up to 32GB of unified memory, while M2 Max boasts a 38-core GPU and up to 96GB of unified memory. Both chips utilize advanced technologies for improved graphics processing and energy efficiency. The M2 series powers new MacBook Pro and Mac mini models, enabling extensive pro-app capabilities and up to 22 hours of battery life. Apple aims for its chips to be carbon neutral by 2030.

Apple has introduced the new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro featuring M2 Pro and M2 Max chips. These models boast up to 6x faster performance in demanding tasks compared to the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro. The M2 Max model supports up to 96GB of unified memory, enhancing capabilities for intensive workflows. The battery life extends to 22 hours, the longest in Mac history. Connectivity upgrades include support for Wi-Fi 6E and advanced HDMI for 8K displays. Customers can order starting January 17, with availability from January 24, at prices starting at $1,999 for the 14-inch model.

A U.S. Administrative Law Judge ruled that Apple Inc. (AAPL) violated the Tariff Act by importing and selling Apple Watches with pulse oximetry technology infringing Masimo's (MASI) patents. The case revolves around the pulse oximeter functionality first introduced in the Apple Watch Series 6. The U.S. International Trade Commission will now decide on a potential import ban. This ruling raises concerns about Apple's practices regarding technology innovation and could influence market accountability.

Apple has introduced significant enhancements to its App Store pricing capabilities, offering developers an additional 700 price points. This update enables pricing adjustments across 175 storefronts and supports 45 currencies, greatly improving customization for developers.

New features include the ability to set prices starting at $0.29 up to $10,000, and flexibility to manage foreign exchange and tax impacts. The changes aim to empower developers by simplifying their pricing strategies while maintaining accessibility for users worldwide.