Apple Cancels Its Self-Driving Car Project: A Human Take

Bad news for Apple fans dreaming of an iCar: the company has officially scrapped its self-driving electric car project, codenamed "Project Titan." This comes after nearly a decade of development, leaving nearly 2,000 employees heartbroken and surprised. While some of these employees will be reassigned to AI projects, others will be laid off.

Project Titan was a long and bumpy ride. Rumors started swirling in 2014, and Apple never officially confirmed the project, but whispers never fully faded. After hiring big names like Bob Mansfield and Doug Field, the project seemingly hit roadblocks. Layoffs, scaling back ambitions, and missed deadlines all pointed towards growing difficulties.

While the news is a disappointment for some, it might not be the worst thing for Apple. The company excels at software and hardware, with stellar products like iPhones, iPads, and Macs. However, their software side, namely systems like macOS and iOS, could use some improvements. Instead of pouring resources into a struggling car project, Apple could refocus on its core strengths and catch-up in the AI race, where they currently lag behind competitors.

This turn of events begs the question: how will Apple's future products and services be affected? With a massive workforce of over 160,000, the impact might be minimal, especially compared to the layoffs. However, it will be fascinating to see where Apple takes its resources next and if the shift will translate into improvements for existing products.