Group 1: Apple Watch and Health Innovations - Apple Watch will help measure hypertension, potentially notifying 1 million people in the first year about their condition [2][3] - The device has already proven beneficial in emergency situations, alerting services when users are incapacitated [3] Group 2: Corning's Commitment to American Manufacturing - Corning views its presence in communities as a social contract, having opened a plant in 1952 and continuously innovating [5][6] - The company has committed to a $600 billion American manufacturing plan, which is significant compared to historical investments like the interstate highway system [8][10] - Corning collaborates with approximately 9,000 partners across the U.S., supporting 450,000 jobs [9] Group 3: Economic Impact and Workforce Development - Apple aims to create a hub of economic activity through its manufacturing initiatives, which will benefit local communities by increasing jobs and local businesses [24][23] - A manufacturing academy was opened to train workers and support small and medium businesses in the U.S. [16] - Corning emphasizes the importance of innovation and skill development to maintain a competitive manufacturing environment in the U.S. [20][21]
Apple CEO Tim Cook and Corning CEO Wendell Weeks on the future of American innovation