This week on AI: Apple axes AirPort, an 8K AR headset, 'iPhone SE 2' pics & more

By Roger Fingas

Apple finally admitted its lack of interest in Wi-Fi routers this week, killing off the AirPort line. Rumors meanwhile pointed to its interest in AR and VR, and the possibility of an "iPhone SE 2" being right around the corner.

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Apple officially discontinues AirPort router product line, available while supplies lastApple's rumored AR & VR 'T288' headset may use 8K eyepieces, implement WiGigAlleged 'iPhone SE 2' with glass back & headphone jack spotted in new picturesTim Cook was 'helpful' and promised jobs & factories in meeting, White House saysApple's iOS 11.3.1 update fixes issue with third-party iPhone 8 displays, macOS security update releasedKuo: Upcoming 6.1-inch LCD iPhone may skip 3D Touch in favor of better glassReview: The Button by Fibaro makes a HomeKit setup more accessible to alliTunes for Windows available for download from Microsoft StoreApple sued for $15,000 over injuries sustained in Apple Store evacuation drillReview: Blue Raspberry gives good recording quality to Mac and iPhone users on the goTim Cook and Lisa Jackson attend President Trump's first state dinnerApple & Ireland's appeal of $16B EU tax ruling expected this fall, payments expected to start in MayApple's 'A12' chip reportedly in production using 7nm process from TSMCWatch: 2018 iPad vs. 2017 iPad vs 2017 10.5-inch iPad Pro battery tests