Topic: Iphone Battery

Apple issued a formal apology for slowing down older iPhone models to prevent unexpected shutdowns caused by aging batteries. The company announced a discount on battery replacements, dropping the price from $79 to $29 for affected users. Legal experts anticipate class action lawsuits that could force Apple into the discovery phase, potentially revealing internal memos regarding planned obsolescence.

Geekbench discovered that Apple intentionally reduces the processing power of older iPhones as their batteries degrade. While Apple claims this prevents unexpected reboots, critics argue it is a form of planned obsolescence designed to force users to upgrade to newer models. The segment contrasts this with Android phones, where batteries were historically easier to replace.

Samsung has issued a massive recall for the Galaxy Note 7 following reports of exploding batteries. The hosts deconstruct how ABC News used the story as a "native ad" for the upcoming iPhone release, seamlessly transitioning from Samsung's failure to the high anticipation for Apple's new product.