Apple Lays Groundwork to Catch Up in AI Race After Slow Start
• Apple appears to be behind rivals in generative AI, but has laid groundwork to catch up • Current AI boom began in 2022; Apple has focused more on low-key AI like Siri so far • Apple unveiled new MacBook Air touting it as best for consumer AI, signaling shift • Expected to showcase major AI updates at June developer conference WWDC • First iteration will likely be playing catch-up; Apple has failed to deliver on AI promise before