Apple and AT&T are addressing connectivity failures on the iPhone 18 Pro Max, confirming that affected devices require replacement rather than software repairs.
Apple has confirmed that US iPhone 18 Pro Max units experiencing cellular service loss on AT&T require a full device replacement, as software updates cannot fix the issue.
AT&T has acknowledged cellular connectivity issues on the iPhone 18 Pro Max, urging users to update to iOS 27.0.1 despite reports that the fix may not resolve the problem.
AT&T CEO John Stankey has criticized SpaceX's direct-to-cell Starlink initiative, arguing that fiber-optic infrastructure remains the superior choice for network connectivity.
Rising AI costs are pushing companies toward open-weight models, though firms must balance potential savings against the operational burdens of self-hosting and infrastructure management.
