Apple conducted a second round of layoffs within its Fitness+ division, specifically targeting the audio content team. While features like Time to Walk will continue, the company will decrease the frequency of new releases.
The restructuring coincides with a planned revamp of the Health app to integrate Fitness+ content more deeply. Internal sources view these cuts as a precursor to more significant cost-saving measures. The service currently faces intense competition and high continuous production costs.
In separate news, JPMorgan reported that lead times for iPhone 18 Pro models have increased significantly. This trend suggests strong consumer demand for the upcoming hardware.