Apple's Return to Office Policy, Fall Product Announcement Preview

In this episode of Power On, Mark Berman discusses Apple's response to COVID-19, including delaying the return to office plans due to rising cases and the Delta variant. Apple is offering a hybrid work model with three days in the office and two days remote. The company is also expanding its financial services with Goldman Sachs, introducing Apple Pay Later, which offers installment payment options. Additionally, Apple plans to release new products this fall, including updated iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBook Pros, and AirPods.

Why has Apple decided to delay the return of its employees to the office?

• Because of rising COVID-19 cases and the Delta variant

• Due to a shortage of office supplies

• To increase remote work productivity

• To implement a new office design

What is the hybrid work model Apple is offering to its employees?

• Three days in the office, two days remote

• Four days in the office, one day remote

• Five days remote

• Two days in the office, three days remote

What is the purpose of Apple's collaboration with Goldman Sachs?

• To launch a new Apple banking app

• To offer discounts on Apple products

• To create a new line of Apple credit cards

• To develop new financial tools like Apple Pay Later

How does the Apple Pay in four installments program work?

• Four installments every month with zero percent interest

• Four installments every month with interest

• Four installments every two weeks with zero percent interest

• Four installments every week with interest

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an upcoming Apple product release?

• New iPhones with smaller notches

• A new Apple TV

• New entry-level AirPods

• Revamped MacBook Pros