【iPhone】

1. Apple plans to invest nearly $10 million in Indonesia to lift a ban on iPhone 16 sales due to unmet local content requirements. The proposed factory in Bandung would produce accessories and components for Apple devices, potentially complying with local policies. The Ministry of Industry is reviewing the proposal, as Apple seeks to establish its manufacturing presence in Indonesia.

【iPad】

1. Rumors suggest Apple is developing a 90Hz display for future Studio Display, iPad Air, and 24-inch iMac models. This new technology could enhance refresh rates from the current 60Hz to 90Hz, starting with the M3 iPad Air in 2025. The 24-inch iMac might see these displays by late 2025.

【Mac】

1. Apple's new Mac mini with the M4 Pro chip and MacBook Pro models with M4 Pro and M4 Max chips support Thunderbolt 5, offering faster data transfer speeds. OWC's Envoy Ultra external SSD, supporting Thunderbolt 5, will be available in November, with data transfer speeds over 6GB per second.

【Apple Watch】

1. Apple plans an activity challenge to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Apple Watch, expected in 2024 or 2025. The challenge is included in the iOS 18.2 beta, suggesting a commemorative event. Earlier reports mentioned a major Apple Watch revamp, possibly coinciding with the anniversary.

2. Apple and Masimo are in a California court for a trade secret lawsuit over alleged employee poaching and technology theft during Apple Watch development. The bench trial will determine trade secret violations and consider Masimo's injunction request against the Apple Watch.

3. Apple Watch will host an Activity Challenge on Veterans Day, November 11, requiring users to complete an 11-minute workout to earn an award. The challenge includes animated stickers for the Messages app and is part of Apple's annual Veterans Day initiative.

【Vision Pro】

1. The first developer beta of visionOS 2.2 introduces wide and ultrawide display options for Mac users on Vision Pro, enhancing productivity with additional screen real estate. The ultrawide mode equates to using dual 4K monitors and improves virtual display quality and audio experience.

【Others】

1. The European Commission plans to fine Apple for not fully complying with Digital Markets Act requirements, specifically on App Store anti-steering rules. Despite changes allowing developers to direct users to external purchasing options, Apple faces potential fines for not adequately implementing these changes.

2. Apple's retail store at La Encantada in Tucson, Arizona, will move to a temporary location on November 9. This move is likely for renovations of the original store, which opened in 2004 and now appears dated. This is part of broader retail updates, with other U.S. stores also relocating.