2026.37: Duo Threats
The best Stratechery content from the week of September 7, 2026, including the arrival of the Duo, AI that benefits humanity, and closing the book on a catastrophe.
This week in Stratechery, we explored a range of tech-related topics. The duo of Apple's iPhone Duo and Meta's Muse agent were highlighted as noteworthy advancements. While the iPhone Duo, rumored to cost between $2000 and $3,200, sparks debate on its necessity, Meta's Muse agent offers free hardware and software that significantly lowers the barrier to entry for individuals interested in AI agents.
Additionally, we delved into the implications of OpenAI's Navier-Stokes breakthrough, and Meta's Muse agent's accessibility to ordinary users. Microsoft co-founder Steve Ballmer's Clippers faced the NBA's most severe penalty for pay-to-play tactics, providing a cautionary tale about the risks of sports ownership fame. We also touched upon Apple's integrated hardware and software strategy, and the challenges faced by the hard disk drive industry. Lastly, our video this week focused on Autonomy and Innovation.
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