Apple has faced criticism for lacking innovation amidst stagnating smartphone technology and poor AI efforts. In response, CEO Tim Cook revealed a personalized trophy for Donald Trump at a press conference announcing a $100 billion manufacturing initiative. The trophy features a glass with an Apple logo, and each component was crafted in the USA. The gift has sparked controversy, with critics viewing it as a desperate move to appease Trump and evade tariffs, sacrificing the company's dignity and integrity in the process.
Apple CEO Tim Cook presented a personalized trophy to Donald Trump, featuring a glass with an Apple logo, as part of a $100 billion US manufacturing plan.
Cook emphasized that the statue was made entirely in the USA, including a gold base from Utah and packaging from California, showcasing national pride.
Public reaction was mixed, with critics labeling the gift as a 'pathetic capitulation' and suggesting it undermines Apple's dignity in the political landscape.
The presentation is perceived as an attempt by Apple to curry favor with Trump in light of tariff threats, raising questions about the company’s ethics.
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