Apple’s latest restructuring shows the AI pivot is no longer a slide deck—it’s rewriting real teams and real products. If you rely on Siri or bought into Vision Pro, this signals where Apple thinks the next “default interface” is headed. Apple eliminated more than 200 roles across Siri, Vision Pro, and its Intelligent Systems Experience group as of Aug 22, explicitly to prioritize next‑gen generative AI. Reports say Vision Pro gaming and immersive video production were hit, while resources shift toward generative AI features and potentially smart glasses. That combo hints at what Apple may be willing to shrink to fund what’s next. We break down what got cut, what it likely means for Siri and Vision Pro owners, and what Apple’s AI-first roadmap could look like. New AI news every weekday — subscribe so you don't miss tomorrow's story.

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