Forget Kevin Rose's predictions for what Apple may or may not announce at the company's "Let's Rock" softshoe spectacular starring Steve Jobs. The real question is, how is Apple cofounder Jobs holding up? Ever since the appearance at company's World Wide Developers Conference, rumors have swirled about the incredible shrinking CEO's health. One second-hand account I've overheard says it's actually worse than the public knows. However, a Piper Jaffrey analyst figures Jobs wouldn't even take the stage if he didn't look hale and hearty enough for investors made skittish by greatly exaggerated rumors of his demise. Of course, if Jobs appears on stage with tanned complexion and toned physique only a few months after his last gasp-inducing appearance, you know what that means — Apple will have quietly introduced Robot Steve Jobs. (Photo by AP/Paul Sakuma)

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