Apple Unveils the CEO Handoff

M.G. Siegler · 11 Sept 2026 · spyglass.org ↗

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No other foldable phone maker matches Apple's software design for reimagining how a folding device should be used.

Their wordsBut none can do what Apple does on the software front, reimagining how such a device should be used.
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Genuine personal enthusiasm for a product is what makes a keynote presentation compelling.

Their wordsI've long argued that this product enthusiasm was the actual key to the Jobs keynotes.
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A product can be technically impressive yet fail because it launched before a real market for it existed.

Their wordsIt's certainly an impressive piece of technology, but it was clearly launched far too early, with no large market to find.