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Apple Debuts Chinese New Year Short 'Glad I Met You,' Shot on iPhone 17 Pro

The Bai Xue–directed piece blends live action with stop-motion to showcase Apple's latest phone in its ongoing holiday film tradition.

Overview

  • Apple released its annual Lunar New Year short film today as part of its recurring cultural campaign.
  • The story centers on a young woman whose encounter with a dog leads her on a personal journey without revealing key outcomes.
  • The production was filmed entirely on iPhone 17 Pro, highlighting its camera performance across mixed visual styles and challenging lighting.
  • Apple published a companion making-of video, 'Backstage with Ke Ming,' that details rigs, lighting setups, and frame-by-frame animation.
  • The launch ties into a broader seasonal push that includes a limited-edition Year of the Horse AirPods Pro 3 in select Asian markets.