Apple Inc.'s shares have seen a rebound this year, with a rally prompted by the announcement of the iPhone 15 launch date and hopes of rate cuts. CNBC Mad Money host Jim Cramer noted that the increase in Apple's stock value signifies the company's influence beyond being a handset manufacturer. He also addressed concerns about the iPhone's pricing, suggesting that users may not fully understand the value of the newer models. Deepwater Asset Management's Managing Partner Gene Munster also views Apple's scope as transcending hardware, driven by optimism around Apple's active device installation base.