MacBreak Weekly (Audio)
219 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★ - 1.5K ratingsMacBreak Weekly covers all things Apple: Leo, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Jason Snell analyze every bit of news from the most interesting company in tech. From AI to Vision Pro, iPad to iPhone, these Apple experts know-all and tell-all.
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MBW 916: Cars Into Robots - Automattic Acquires Beeper, Apple Home Robots?
April 09, 2024 23:30 - 2 hours - 60.3 MBWhen will new iPads be announced? Apple confirms layoffs are coming to the company, hitting the former Apple Car division and other sectors. Apple's App Store now allows for gaming emulators. Apple is also challenging ITC's ban on the Apple Watch pulse oximetry feature. When will Apple release the new iPad Pro? Apple explores home robotics as potential 'next big thing' after car fizzles. Apple cut at least 600 workers when car, screen projects stopped. Beeper is joining Automattic. App...
MBW 915: I Ain't Got That Many Stockings! - MLB visionOS App, Spatial Personas, Journal App
April 02, 2024 23:00 - 2 hours - 65.5 MBDoes Apple need help with its approach to immersive videos? During its production, Jon Stewart was not allowed to interview the FCC chairwoman, Lina Kahn, on its Apple TV+ show. And, Apple sues a former employee for leaking the iPhone Journal app to the media. Apple's Immersive Video problem. MLB for visionOS strikes out on Opening Day. PSA: The MLB app doesn't work on the Mac anymore. MLB tvOS app adds Multiview, and it's a winner. Spatial Personas launching on Vision Pro today. Visi...
MBW 914: The Old Shanghai Breakfast - Apple v. DOJ, WWDC '24 Speculation, M1/M2 Vulnerability
March 27, 2024 00:50 - 2 hours - 64.4 MBIn this week's episode, the gang discusses the DOJ antitrust lawsuit against Apple, the upcoming WWDC 2024 in June, Apple's chip vulnerability, and Tim Cook's goodwill tour in China. The panel also shares their thoughts on NAB 2024, Nikon's acquisition of RED, Canva's purchase of Affinity, and a recent auction of vintage Apple memorabilia. US Department of Justice and 18 state attorneys general sue Apple for violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act, alleging that Apple maintains an unlawful...
MBW 913: I Don't Go Out Very Often - Google Gemini, M1 Air at Walmart, Hackintosh
March 19, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBJason Snell is leading MacBreak Weekly again this week! Could Apple bring Google Gemini to its iPhones and iOS 18? You can now buy the M1 MacBook Air at Walmart for a very affordable price. And is it the end of Hackintosh? Apple in talks to license Google Gemini for iPhone, iOS 18 generative AI tools. "The full exchange between Riley Testut and Apple's Kyle Andeer re the Core Technology Fee..." Walmart brings the popular MacBook Air with the M1 chip to its shelves. M3 MacBook Air said t...
MBW 912: MacBook Air Heritage Club - Epic Games Saga Continues, Meta Quest 3, Apple TV+ Ad Tier?
March 12, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBJason Snell is leading MacBreak Weekly as Leo Laporte is out this week. Apple initially blocked Epic's return to its App Store due to Tim Sweeney tweeting about Apple, then reversed their decision. Zuckerberg defends the Meta Quest 3 after someone criticized the headset on Threads. And could Apple TV+ follow a similar path to other streaming services and offer an ad-tier service? DMA be damned, Apple cuts off path to Epic Games Store, Fortnite on EU iPhones. Epic's App Store developer acc...
MBW 911: The Deep CPU - M3 MacBook Air's, EU Apple Fine, Vision Pro Wedding
March 06, 2024 00:30 - 2 hours - 64.7 MBApple released new 13" and 15" MacBook Airs with their M3 chips. Apple's been hit with a hefty €1.8 billion fine in the EU for breaking music streaming laws. And should you be wearing your Apple Vision Pro at your wedding? Apple launches new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip, support for two external displays, faster Wi-Fi. How I created the hybrid Mac-iPad laptop and tablet that Apple won't make. Apple hit with €1.8bn fine for breaking EU law over music streaming. The App St...
MBW 910: Patina and Scuzz - Apple Car, FineWoven Cases, Apple 'Ask'
February 28, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 59.5 MBBreaking news: Apple has canceled work on its electric car, shifting the team to work on generative AI instead. Apple gets post-quantum encryption in the iOS 17.4 update. Is Apple's FineWoven case any good? And did Microsoft try to sell its Bing search engine to Apple in 2018? - Apple cancels work on electric car, shifts team to generative AI. - Apple iOS 17.4: iMessage gets post-quantum encryption in new update. - It's apparently easy to crack the Apple Vision Pro's front screen. - ...
MBW 909: A $3,500 Cheeseburger - Quest 3 vs. Vision Pro, VirnetX, NBA & Apple
February 21, 2024 01:30 - 2 hours - 63.5 MBZuckerberg gave his thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro headset and firmly believes the Meta Quest 3 is the superior product: what a shock! Apple responds to Meta's plan to charge a 30% fee to advertisers that purchase boosted posts through Apple's App Store. Apple filmed the NBA Slam Dunk Contest for the Apple Vision Pro. And Apple finally confirms that you should not use rice to dry out your phone. Apple fans are starting to return their Vision Pros Apple Vision Pro supports Panavision 70 ...
MBW 908: Crisco & Karo - Vision Pro Privacy, European Union, Jon Stewart
February 14, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBJason published his review of the Apple Vision Pro on sixcolors.com! Are there privacy concerns when using the Apple Vision Pro? Jon Stewart says Apple canceled his show because of "things that might get me in trouble." And iOS 17.4 adds a 'virtual card number' feature to Apple Cash. Apple Vision Pro review: Eyes on the future. Apple shares an in-depth look at Vision Pro privacy in new paper. The Vision Pro's scary side effect: Apple's new VR goggles may rewire our brains in some unexpec...
MBW 907: I Left My Settings App in the Garage - More Vision Pro, Spatial Computing, Q1 2024
February 07, 2024 00:30 - 2 hours - 63.9 MBJason, Alex, and guest Ray Maxwell have spent time with their Apple Vision Pros and share their thoughts on the device so far. Who would have thought the Vision Pro would scratch easily in a durability test? And an OLED iPad Pro is rumored to come out later this year with an expected price increase, but how much will the price of the iPad go to? Jason Snell, Alex Lindsay, and guest Ray Maxwell share their thoughts on the Vision Pro after spending the weekend with the device. This hospita...
MBW 906: Dim and Weird - Vision Pro Reviews, Apple in EU, Meta
January 31, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 68.6 MBThe first official reviews of Apple's Vision Pro headset have started coming in! How Apple's announcement of its plans to comply with Europe's Digital Markets Act is sitting with various developers. Meta is welcoming Apple to the headset market. And Apple's next-generation CarPlay is launching in 2024. Reviews of the Apple Vision Pro headset. Apple aims to run AI models directly on iPhones, other devices. Tim Sweeney's response to how Apple is complying to the EU's Digital Markets Act...
MBW 905: Tequila For Your Eyes - Macintosh Turns 40, iOS 17.3, Apple Music
January 24, 2024 01:00 - 2 hours - 74.5 MBStephen Robles from the Primary Technology podcast joins the show to talk about his experience ordering the Apple Vision Pro headset and the accessories he got for it. Following Netflix's lead, YouTube and Spotify won't launch Vision Pro apps. iOS 17.3 is out now, adding a Stolen Device Protection feature to iPhones. And Apple TV+ gains 13 Oscar nominations for 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and 'Napoleon.' The Mac turns 40: read Apple's announcement from 1984. Apple has already sold up to ...
MBW 904: Workshopping the Camel's Nose - Wanda Austin, Beeper Mini, "AppleCoin"
January 16, 2024 23:59 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBApple lays down the foundation for the viewing experience you can achieve with the Apple Vision Pro when it releases in February. Wanda Austin joins Apple's board of directors as Al Gore & James Bell retire. And Apple TV+ scores an Emmy with its true crime drama miniseries, Black Bird. How to buy Apple Vision Pro: $3,499 device to go on sale Feb. 2. Disney+ on Apple Vision Pro ushers in a new era of storytelling innovation and immersive entertainment. Apple previews new entertainment ...
MBW 903: I Was Just Measuring the East Room - The Vision Pro Has a Release Date
January 10, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 68 MBThe wild rumor from last week was true: Apple's Vision Pro headset has a release date set now! Did Apple intentionally put a back door in its last five iPhones? An iPhone survives a 16,000-foot fall from an airplane. And if you signed up for the settlement payment, your 'Batterygate' payment will come soon. Apple Vision Pro available in the U.S. on February 2. Did Apple intentionally put a back door in the last 5 iPhones? Apple rejects 37Signals calendar app. AirTag 2 not expected until...
MBW 902: In The History of Melon Trucks - Apple Watch Ban, iPad & iPad Pro, Vision Pro
January 03, 2024 00:00 - 2 hours - 72.1 MBThe Series 9 & Ultra 2 watches are available for purchase again from the Apple Store for the time being after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit placed a short pause on the ban's enforcement. In the meantime, Apple is pursuing a software fix to avoid another import ban on its watches. A new iPad did not get shipped in 2023. And could the Vision Pro be released in late January / early February? Apple wins temporary reprieve from the ban on Apple Watch sales. Apple still purs...
MBW 901: Best of 2023 - MacBreak Weekly's Best Moments in 2023
December 26, 2023 17:30 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBLooking back at some of MacBreak Weekly's best moments from 2023: New M2 chips for the MacBook Pro & mac Mini. Apple released Apple Music Classical after Apple acquired Primeponic back in 2021. The Apple Vision Pro's announcement to the panel's excitement... except for one. The 25th anniversary of the iMac on August 15th, 2023. New iPhones were announced, with the Pro lineup switching to a titanium material. Suddenly, Apple announces the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips for its MacBook Pr...
MBW 894: The Streisand Effect - m3 iMac, Q4 2023 Results, FCPX Updates
November 08, 2023 01:00 - 2 hours - 67.2 MBJason Snell got his hands on the M3 iMac's and MacBook Pro's. Will Apple update its 27-inch iMac lineup with Apple Silicon? And what the perk of fame can get for you in the world of technology sometimes. M3 iMac Review: Keep playing the hits. Apple has no plans to make a 27-inch iMac with Apple Silicon. Apple M3 and the State of CPUs. Apple's sales drop slightly while profit is up 11 percent. Apple Q4 2023 financial results. On 'Chinese knockoffs' and why Leica works with Xiaomi. App...
MBW 893: Gray-Ish - M3 Chips, Space Black, Dynamic Caching
October 31, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 65.4 MBApple announced its M3 lineup of the MacBook Pro with M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max. What is Dynamic Caching, Apple's new GPU feature? Plus, the panel goes in-depth on the behind-the-scenes of the 'Scary Fast' event that was all shot on the iPhone 15 Pro Max, and everyone "mourns" the discontinuation of the touch bar. Apple brought back the best Mac colorway with the new M3 MacBook Pro. A magic number: New MacBook Pros and iMacs usher in the M3 era. Apple discontinues 13-inch MacBook Pro with t...
MBW 892: Scary Fast - Apple's October Event and M3 Mac Speculation
October 24, 2023 22:32 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBThis week on MacBreak Weekly, Leo Jason, Andy, and Alex dive into Apple's surprise October event with M3 speculation, John Stewart's Apple TV+ show cancellation, retro iPods, and more. Speculation abounds about Apple's October 30th event teased with a spooky invite. With iPhone 15 processor not using the latest TSMC 3nm process, how powerful will the rumored M3 chips be? Will 14" and 16" M3 MacBook Pros be announced, even though the current models are less than a year old? Could M3 iMac...
MBW 891: Room Tone Raters - USB-C Apple Pencil, Hannah Waddingham, Goldman Sachs
October 17, 2023 22:30 - 2 hours - 64.7 MBApple released a new Apple Pencil! *insert fanfare* But will Apple release anything else before the end of the year? Goldman Sachs wants out of its consumer lending agreement with Apple & its credit card. And Apple may be exaggerating its environmental claims, but they are still leading over other companies. Apple introduces new Apple Pencil. The price of Apple's old-products strategy. iOS 17.1 contains fixes for iPhone 15 screen burn symptoms. 'Ted Lasso' star Hannah Waddingham's holi...
MBW 890: 100 Chickens - Jason Snell's iPhone Review, iOS 17.1 Action Button Changes, Tim Cook Sells Some Stocks
October 10, 2023 22:30 - 2 hours - 74.2 MBShould we expect new Macs from Apple before the end of the year? What does Jason Snell think of the new iPhones? How will the iPhone's Action Button change in iOS 17? Find out the answer to all these questions and more on this week's MacBreak Weekly! 14- and 16-Inch MacBook Pro MacRumors Buyers Guide Google says it'll support Pixel 8 series with seven years of Android updates iOS 17.1 changes how the Action Button behaves when iPhone 15 Pro is in your pocket Jason's Review: iPhone 15 Pr...
MBW 889: International Oranges - China, Apple Search Engine, Gold Apple Watch
October 03, 2023 22:30 - 2 hours - 67.5 MBThe iPhone 15 Pro overheating is due to an iOS 17 bug, not hardware design, per Apple. Apple continues to cave into China's demands as it begins to enforce checks on its App Store in China. Plus, if you bought the original Apple Watch, especially the $17,000 gold version of the watch, you are out of luck as it is no longer eligible for any services at Apple stores. watchOS developer beta adds double tap support. Apple doles out fourth visionOS beta to developers. Apple considers huge bid...
MBW 888: It's Not a Sport, It's a State - Portrait Mode, Action Button, macOS Sonoma
September 26, 2023 22:30 - 2 hours - 62.3 MBMikah Sargent is in for Leo Laporte, as Leo is out this week. Mikah and Jason Snell got the new iPhone 15 and share their experiences with the device. Are the reports of the iPhone 15 overheating accurate? And what's up with Apple's FineWoven cases? Apple's updated portrait mode. Widespread iPhone 15 overheating reports, with temperatures as high as 116F. iPhone 15 Pro overheating problems caused by design compromises, Kuo says. The Action Button is the most significant new iPhone feat...
MBW 887: Faux-keh - iPhone 15 Pro, iOS 17, watchOS 10
September 19, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 67.3 MBJason Snell was at the Apple event and talks about his time there. He also shares his review of iOS 17 and iPadOS17 that he wrote for Six Colors. And another in-depth conversation about the iPhone 15 & 15 Pro camera system in response to an article from PetaPixel about the new iPhone's camera system. Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max review. iPhone 15 Pro facts and estimates. Apple explains what the iPhone 15 camera can and can't do - and why. Final Cut Pro now supports iPhone 15 Pro's l...
MBW 886: That'll Be 800 Bucks Chachi - Apple Watch Series 9, Ultra 2, iPhone 15 Pro
September 12, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 57 MBIt happened: Apple officially switches from lightning to USB-C on the new iPhone 15 & 15 Pro lineups! Plus, USB-C on the AirPods case as well? Apple announces the new Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches with a new 'Double Tap' gesture. And the panel talks in-depth about the new camera system on the iPhone 15 Pro lineup. Apple Watch Series 9 unveiled with S9 chip, 'Double Tap' gesture, and more. Apple - A major step toward being carbon neutral by 2030. Apple announces iPhone 15: USB-C port, 48-m...
MBW 885: 30 Inches of Gooseneck - USB-C iPhones, Chromebooks, Apple Cash
September 05, 2023 22:00 - 2 hours - 56.9 MBIf it wasn't for the EU, would Apple have stuck with the lightning connector port until they completely phased out ports on its smartphones? Why the iPhone 15 Pro may see a price increase when it gets announced at next week's Apple event. Plus, is Apple developing a low-cost MacBook to compete in the Chromebook market? Apple is set to embrace an iPhone charger change it didn't want. iPhone 15 Pro: 'Major price hike' coming for these two reasons. Apple to launch 'low-cost' MacBook series...
MBW 884: Kookookachu - 'Wonderlust', iPhone 15 Pro Max, Right-To-Repair
August 29, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 69.2 MBIt's official: Apple's event is on September 12th at 10:00 a.m. Pacific. Apple reversed its stance and endorsed right-to-repair legislation. Plus, Apple defends its App Store before the Australian government. Apple announces 'Wonderlust' event expected to feature iPhone 15, Apple Watch Series 9 and more. "Wonderlust" invite is the first invitation since 2020 not to contain an AR easter egg. iPhone 15 Pro Max starts mass shipments, claims Kuo. We're Winning': Apple formally endorses righ...
MBW 883: The P1 of Theseus - Apple Watch, Disney & Apple, John Warnock
August 23, 2023 00:36 - 2 hours - 67.5 MBYour Apple Watch is covered in bacteria, to the surprise of no one: here's how often you should clean it. Apple Insider got hands-on with the Apple Vision Pro. Also, we mourn the passing of Adobe's co-founder, John Warnock, who passed away at 82. Your Apple Watch band is likely covered in bacteria, new study says. How to clean your Apple Watch. Apple seeds sixth beta of macOS 14 Sonoma to developers. Apple reverses course, moves iPhone 'end call' button back to middle in latest beta. H...
MBW 882: Hello (Again) - iMac 25th Anniversary, Apple September Event, Amazon One
August 15, 2023 22:30 - 2 hours - 65 MBApple released its first iMac 25 years ago today. Is September 12th the rumored date for Apple's upcoming event? And, could Amazon's One palm reading payment service directly compete with Google and Apple in the digital wallet space? iMac turns 25 today. Apple Event September 12, 2023: Apple Watch Series 9, Ultra 2; Watch X later. An Apple malware-flagging tool is 'trivially' easy to bypass. Five new features coming to AirPods Pro 2. Apple didn't infringe on Bluetooth pairing lawsuit, ...
MBW 881: Cookster's Billions - Q3 2023 Results, M3 Max Chip, Tetris Movie
August 08, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 259 MBApple Q3 2023 charts: $81.8B revenue, down 1%. How Apple will save billions of dollars on chips for new iPhone. Apple iPhone 15 Pro goes on sale September 22, announced september 12 or 13. Apple tests 2024 M3 Max MacBook Pro chip with 16 CPU cores, 40 GPU cores. Apple and Samsung are preparing big investments in chip designer Arm. Apple buys Foxconn servers for testing its AI services. Apple's college football TV deal, and a century-old athletic conference, fall apart. Gizmodo editor...
MBW 880: The Unisex Crocs of a Young Person - Apple APIs, Apple Classical, Goldman Sachs
August 01, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 75.8 MBUPS, teamsters reach agreement on new contract, averting strike. Apple iPhone 15 Pro features: USB-C port, new design, thinner bezels. Foldable iPad is still a possibility for Apple. Apple hit with French objections over advertising user data. App Store developers must detail why they're using some APIs Android will now warn about unknown Bluetooth trackers, like AirTag, traveling with you. Apple wants to know why users are turning off Conversation Awareness on AirPods Pro. Pixar, Ad...
MBW 879: Above the Hip Hop Dance Studio - visionOS Developer Kit, App Store, iPhone 15
July 25, 2023 22:30 - 2 hours - 63.5 MBiOS 16.6, macOS Ventura 13.5, and other updates patch actively exploited vulnerabilities. Unity's Apple Vision Pro game development tool opens in beta. Apple Vision Pro: will developers sell visionOS apps for the $3,499 Device? Apple is testing "Apple GPT" generative AI tools. French antitrust watchdog issues statement of objection over Apple app tracking. Apple targeted in App Store antitrust damages class-action suit that's seeking $1BN+ for UK developers. Apple threatens to pull iM...
MBW 878: Chided! - Intel Macs, Apple TV+ Messi Introduction, Spain Antitrust
July 18, 2023 23:53 - 2 hours - 57.6 MBiPadOS 17 & macOS Sonoma public betas are out. How long will the last Intel Macs be supported? macOS Sonoma gives us some hints. Apple creates new vision products group (VPG) for future mixed-reality headsets. Apple TV+ Messi introduction stream hit by audio problems. Spain antitrust watchdog fines Amazon, Apple $218 million. Apple chided by appeals judge as it heads to US Supreme Court in antitrust case. Apple can delay App Store changes to file Supreme Court plea. Actors now on str...
MBW 877: Too Small To Be Dangerous - Ray Maxwell & Mac Pro, iOS 16.5.1, 32-Inch iMac
July 11, 2023 22:00 - 2 hours - 61.6 MBRay Maxwell, a long-time friend of the TWiT network, joins the show to talk about his review of the new Mac Pro. Apple pulls iOS 16.5.1 and macOS 13.4.1 rapid security response updates due to Safari bug. Linus Tech Tips Labs tests the new Mac Studio M2 Ultra. Apple has arrived to the Threads party as new platform approaches 100M users. Goldman is looking for a way out of its partnership with Apple. Apple Vision pro headset to launch in US stores by appointment. Apple's 32-inch iMac no...
MBW 876: Mediocre Tuesday - visionOS SDK released, 30" iMac rumors, Apple's Supreme Court loss
June 28, 2023 00:41 - 2 hours - 73.4 MBApple releases visionOS SDK to developers and details testing process Apple Vision Pro Will Support WebXR for Fully Immersive Experiences in the Browser Developers are already working on apps for Vision Pro - here are five we love Meta launches new VR subscription 'Meta Quest+' for $7.99 Diva smart dimmer Gurman: Apple Reportedly Developing Larger iMac With Over 30-Inch Display Apple 2023 and 2024 Road Map: iPhone 15, M3 Macs, iPad Air, Vision Pro Headset Apple's Vision Pro headse...
MBW 875: Nobody Needs Antarctica - James Thomson, Japan, Self-Service Program
June 20, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 68.5 MBJames Thomson joins the show to talk about the Vision Pro and gives a developers' look at what happened at WWDC. Apple's secret weapon to getting PC games on Mac. Japan pushes for Apple and Google to allow sideloading. EU: smartphones must have user-replaceable batteries by 2027. Apple expanding self-service repair program to iPhone 14 lineup and more Macs. Picks of the Week James' Pick: MiSTer FPGA Andy's Pick: Ealain screensaver Alex's Pick: Keynote Update Version 13 Hosts: Leo ...
MBW 874: Distracted by the Dinosaurs - Vision Pro, Zuckerberg, 15" MacBook Air
June 13, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 63.2 MBEyes (and head) on with the Apple Vision Pro. Sony refuses to increase Vision Pro screen production capacity for Apple. Here's what Mark Zuckerberg thinks about Apple's Vision Pro. 15-inch MacBook Air review: Sometimes bigger is better. Ultra Mac Studio review: Top of the line. Trailer for the second season for Apple TV+ series 'Foundation.' Picks of the Week Alex's Tip: 9x19 Andy's Pick: Bike Outliner Leo's Pick: Logseq Jason's Pick: Libby Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy...
MBW 873: Bubble Lover Lay - Apple Vision Pro, 15" MacBook Air, macOS Sonoma
June 07, 2023 00:00 - 3 hours - 86.8 MBIntroducing Apple Vision Pro: Apple's first spatial computer. That crowd reaction when Apple announced the pricing of Vision Pro. Vision Pro: I just tried Apple's first spatial computer, and here's what I think. Rossignol: "Apple has a WWDC session out today that mentions xrOS..." Introducing Apple Vision Pro and visionOS. Apple introduces the 15‑inch MacBook Air. Apple unveils new Mac Studio and brings Apple silicon to Mac Pro. Apple introduces M2 Ultra. Apple's most expensive M2 U...
MBW 872: Anatomically Correct Fossils - WWDC23, My Photo Stream Shutdown, Ted Lasso
May 30, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 59.7 MBA first look at the headset that could be Apple's biggest competition. Gurman: "Apple will start accepting trade-ins of the Mac Studio, 13-inch M2 MacBook Air and 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro on June 5th, the same day as WWDC." Apple's WWDC23 Swift Student Challenge winners code to share their passions with the world. Apple's 'My Photo Stream' service shutting down in July 2023. Apple's $50 million butterfly keyboard settlement is finally approved. Actor Brent Sexton sues Apple due to COVID ...
MBW 871: Andy's Wild Thumb - WWDC 2023, Broadcom in US, Reality Pro OS
May 23, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 56.8 MBApple shares WWDC 2023 schedule ahead of special event at Apple Park. Apple announces multibillion-dollar deal with Broadcom for U.S.-made chips. Apple Design Award finalists announced ahead of WWDC 2023. Apple's EU tax saga reaches the top court in Europe. Hands on with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad. Android switching to iPhone highest level since 2018. France is fighting to save your iPhone from an early death. Reality Pro OS – Apple has now trademarked five names, inc xrOS....
MBW 870: Building My Beaver Dam - App Store Fraud, M3 Pro Macs, Apple Leakers
May 16, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 73.1 MBApp Store stopped more than $2 billion in fraudulent transactions in 2022. Apple launches new concert discovery features on Apple Maps and Apple Music. Apple introduces new features for cognitive accessibility, along with Live Speech, Personal Voice, and Point and Speak in Magnifier. Apple devices to occupy 90% of TSMC 3nm capacity in 2023 First M3 Pro Macs may launch by end of the year, chip has more CPU/GPU cores compared to M2 Pro. Apple executive in charge of TV+ and sports busines...
MBW 869: DaddyCare+ - Final Cut Pro on iPad, Q2 2023 Results
May 09, 2023 23:00 - 2 hours - 59 MBApple brings Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to iPad. Apple reports better-than-expected quarter driven by iPhone sales. Apple Q2 2023 results: $94.8B revenue, better than expected. CEO Tim Cook says layoffs are a 'last resort' and not something Apple is considering right now. Apple extends share buybacks by another $90 billion. The downfall of Brydge: iPad keyboard company folds, leaving staff unpaid and customer orders unfulfilled. Apple fails to fully reboot iOS simulator copyright cas...
MBW 868: Burglar Fantasy Camp - Security Response, AirTag Tracking, Tysons Corner
May 03, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 69.2 MBApple uses iOS and macOS Rapid Security Response feature for the first time. NSO zero-click iPhone hack accessed HomeKit, but blocked by Lockdown Mode. Apple drops suit against ex-chip exec Williams who started Nuvia. Apple to upgrade its watch operating system with new focus on widgets. Apple and Google team up to stop unwanted AirTag tracking. NYC to give out 500 Apple AirTags for residents to put in their cars to combat car theft. The original Apple Store is moving to a new modern ...
MBW 867: Take 'Em To The Train Station - Mac Pro, Apple CarPlay & GM, Ridley Scott
April 25, 2023 15:30 - 2 hours - 56.9 MBIt's been over 400 days since Apple SVP John Ternus said 'Mac Pro' is 'for another day'. Apple's Find My shows unreleased Mac models. How Apple Savings compares vs other high-yield savings accounts. Apple's entrance into savings accounts may cost neobanks and traditional FIs. When Apple Comes Calling, 'It's the Kiss of Death'. Apple plans iPhone journaling app in expansion of health initiatives. Why GM is dropping CarPlay. Shady Mac App Store apps capitalize on the ChatGPT gold rush....
MBW 866: No Honor In Being a Worrier - AR Headset, Multiview Feature, HomePods
April 18, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBApple Card's new high-yield Savings account is now available, offering a 4.15 percent APY. Apple readies arsenal of apps for new headset, aiming to win over wary users. Developer (in Steve Jobs cosplay, no less) brings his Mac SE to Mumbai opening; Tim Cook's reaction is adorable. Apple launches new "trade-in" site for old Apple hardware. Hands-on with the new Multiview feature for Apple TV sports streams. Ford commits to continued CarPlay support as GM, Tesla, and Rivian face backlash...
MBW 862: AI Steve Jobs - Carrot Weather, iPhone USB-C, Rival Apple App Store
March 21, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 54 MBInside Apple's companywide cost-cutting push to avoid layoffs. Carrot Weather gets snarky ChatGPT update. How Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant lost the A.I. race. Kremlin tells officials to stop using iPhones. This is crazy and absolutely surreal! I trained an AI on Steve Jobs' voice... Original iPhone sells for over $50,000 in recent auction. European Union hurts Apple again – cannot limit USB Type-C charging speed. Half-Life 2 Source Engine running natively on Apple Silicon. Apple...
MBW 861: The Number Before Two - Apple Music Classical, Apple AR Headset, Sosumi
March 14, 2023 23:30 - 2 hours - 69.4 MBApple Music Classical app launching March 28. Tim Cook bets on Apple's mixed-reality headset to secure his legacy. To ship or not to ship, headset edition. First real-world look at Apple Mixed-Reality Headset parts seemingly shown in leaked images. Apple shareholders approve 40% pay cut for CEO Tim Cook at annual meeting. Why are so many Apple executives leaving? Who are successors at Apple? You can buy your next iPhone from Apple over a video call. Apple could reportedly release a H...
MBW 860: It Works In My Head - Yellow iPhone's, Outlook for Mac, M3 Mac's
March 08, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 63.6 MBApple releases new watch bands! So your new yellow iPhone won't clash! Hello, yellow! Apple introduces new iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. Redesigned Outlook for Mac no longer requires Microsoft 365, rebuilt and optimized for Apple Silicon. Cabel Sasser: "A short story. We once submitted Untitled Good Game to the Mac App Store." First look at Google Chrome's Blink engine running on an iPhone. EU holds "stakeholder workshop" on compliance with new DMA standards; Spotify calls for two key ...
MBW 859: Slip Into The Warm Apple Bath - Marco Arment, iPhone SE, Ads on TV Plus
March 01, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 66.1 MBSteve Jobs Archive shares a special photo memory of the late Apple co-founder with the Mac in 1984. Apple has procured TSMC's entire first run of 3nm chips. Apple suppliers leaving China. New iPhone SE with 6.1-inch OLED display and Apple's 5G chip planned. Chrome tweaked to improve memory use & battery life on MacBook. Apple's noninvasive blood glucose technology for future Apple Watch reaches 'proof-of concept' stage. Schools are banning Apple Watches. A woman who got locked out of...
MBW 858: Leave the Knife In - Windows 11 on Mac, Apple Gaming, OG iPhone
February 22, 2023 00:00 - 2 hours - 58.2 MBParallels Desktop for Mac: The solution for running Windows 11 on Apple M-Series Macs. Apple making the case that Apple Silicon Mac & iPhone are great gaming machines. U.S. escalates Apple probe, looks to involve antitrust chief. Trellix advanced research center discovers a new privilege escalation bug class on macOS and iOS. Apple holds 'WWDC for AI' employee event: 'The talent we have is truly at the forefront'. Veteran Apple product marketing exec and GarageBand 'co-creator' departs...