Benjamin and Chance analyze what’s new in the just-announced M3 MacBook Air and praise the MacBook Air lineup as it stands today, iOS 17.4 brings a whole host of changes to comply with the EU Digital Markets Act, and Apple TV+ launches a limited time catalog of movies to watch. Chance also gives us a one-month check in on the Vision Pro.
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- iOS 17.4 won't remove Home Screen web apps in the EU after all
- Apple fined $2 billion by EU commission for 'abusive' App Store rules, Apple to appeal
- Epic says Apple terminated its newly reinstated developer account over tweet
- Should you update to iOS 17.4? Here's what's new
- Apple launches new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip, support for two external displays, faster Wi-Fi
- Apple confirms 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro update for multi-display
- Apple TV+ adds a limited time library of 50 movies to stream for free
Benjamin and Chance react to the shock news of the cancellation of the long-gestating Apple Car project, and Mark Gurman details some of the future wearables Apple is pondering including smart glasses, rings, and AirPods earbuds with integrated cameras. We are also anticipating some design changes in iOS 18, but recognize Apple has likely learned the painful lessons of the iOS 6 -> iOS 7 transition.
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- Gurman: Apple exploring future wearable ideas including AirPods with cameras, smart glasses
- Gurman: iOS 18 to include redesigned UI elements, macOS 'revamp' to follow later
- Rumor: These are the devices that will support iOS 18 and iPadOS 18
- Apple cancels Apple Car project after more than a decade
- New Beats Solo 4 headphones revealed by iOS 17.4 RC files
The Apple news cycle continues apace this week, with the company launching a brand new app, Sports, for sports scores. The iPhone 15 battery is now rated for twice as many charge cycles, along with a redesigned Battery UI in iOS 17.4. Apple is reportedly planning new AI features for both Spotlight search and Xcode code completion, and the EU readies a $500 million fine for Apple’s anticompetitive behavior in music streaming market. Benjamin and Chance break down all that and more in this week’s episode.
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- Apple confirms iOS 17.4 removes Home Screen web apps in the EU, here’s why
- Report: EU to fine Apple about $500 million for anticompetitive App Store policy in music streaming market
- Is Microsoft planning an Xbox Cloud Gaming app for iPhone? Nope.
- Apple to launch new AI coding and testing features in Xcode this year: report
- Apple tests upgraded iPhone and Mac search using AI
- Apple Music Replay updated with monthly stats views, 2024 Replay Mix available starting today
- Apple Music testing feature that easily imports playlists from Spotify and other services
- Apple says iPhone 15 batteries have a longer lifespan than initially thought
- iOS 17.4 makes it easier to know if your iPhone's battery health is 'normal'
- iMessage quantum security arrives with iOS 17.4
- Apple releases Sports app for iPhone, featuring real-time scores, stats and more
- Apple teases MLS playoffs Immersive Video for Vision Pro coming soon, shot in 8K 3D
Benjamin and Chance discuss the tantalizing references to a HomePod with some kind of screen found in iOS 17.4 beta 3, the App Store Review process has an embarrassing week, and The Information reports Apple is still working on foldable iPhone prototypes. Chance also bought the developer strap for the Apple Vision Pro, while some other launch day buyers opt to return their units within the two-week window.
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- iOS 17.4 adds new 'Virtual Card Number' feature to Apple Cash
- Apple Vision Pro will work with mobile device management starting with visionOS 1.1
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- Apple pulls pirated movies and TV shows app disguised as a vision testing tool
- LastPass alerting customers to imposter 'LassPass' password manager currently in App Store [U: Pulled]
- Apple wants you to know that App Store is a safe and trusted place
- Apple posts Q1 2024 earnings results
- Apple says the EU accounts for just 7% of its global App Store revenue
- Tim Cook teases Apple AI announcements coming "later this year", amid iOS 18 rumors
- Report: Apple actively developing foldable clamshell iPhone prototypes, folding 8-inch iPad
- iCloud for Windows redesigned, Apple Music and Apple TV exit preview, iTunes remains
Chance has had his Apple Vision Pro for about one week, and we all have a lot of thoughts about Apple’s brand new platform. A truly new Apple product doesn’t come along very often, and this is a particularly special one. We go deep on the Vision Pro hardware, comfort, what it’s like using Vision Pro for media and productivity, Personas, FaceTime, real-world battery life, and so much more.
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Benjamin and Chance deep dive into all the App Store changes announced in response to the EU Digital Markets Act, and debate whether anyone is incentivized to make the leap. Also, the first Apple Vision Pro reviews have dropped ahead of its Friday release, and iOS 17.4 brings some fun new features and code references look ahead to iOS 18's AI integration.
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- Apple Vision Pro review roundup
- Nine problems with Vision Pro passthrough: 'VR trying to be AR'
- New Vision Pro tidbits and MKBHD's full hands-on video
- You can't edit your Apple Vision Pro home screen: visionOS apps are arranged alphabetically
- Vision Pro won't let you save web apps to your home screen
- Can you cook with Vision Pro? Here are the pros and cons [Video]
- Here's what it's like using Vision Pro as an external Mac display
- Apple announces support for third-party iPhone app stores in the EU, coming with iOS 17.4
- Apple says third-party app marketplace creators must have €1,000,000 'letter of credit'
- Apple announces reduced commission structure for apps in Europe
- Apple now allows game streaming apps in the App Store
- Apple shares more details about the new default web browser prompt in iOS 17.4
- iPad users will miss out on third-party app stores, browser engines, and more
- Apple will prompt users to set default browsers and allow third-party web engines on iPhone in the EU
- Spotify CEO slams Apple's App Store changes; Apple fires back [U]
- Epic CEO Tim Sweeney says latest App Store changes are an 'anticompetitive scheme rife with junk fees'
- Fortnite coming back to iOS (in the EU) through new 'Epic Store'
- Microsoft calls Apple's proposed App Store changes a 'step in the wrong direction'
- Apple Podcasts now offers auto-generated transcripts in iOS 17.4
- iOS 17.4 beta 1: Here are all the new features and changes
- Apple Music SharePlay control expands from CarPlay to HomePod and Apple TV
- iOS 17.4: Apple continues work on AI-powered Siri and Messages features, with help from ChatGPT
- iOS 17.4 beta hints at new iPad with landscape Face ID camera
- Gurman: New iPad Pro and M3 MacBook Air already in production, set for end of March release
Benjamin and Chance talk about all the latest Apple news from this week, including some new iPhone 16 rumors on tech specs and capabilities of the new Capture Button, incentives for artists to produce Spatial Audio music, and the latest installment in the Apple Watch ban saga. Plus, Ford has some CarPlay announcements in the same week that Apple’s ambitions for Project Titan have been scaled back significantly, as the company now looks to launch its own electric vehicle in 2028.
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- Report: iPhone 16 camera button will let users zoom in and out by swiping, adjust focus
- Report: iPhone 16 to feature more RAM and faster Wi-Fi; upgraded 5G coming to iPhone 16 Pro
- Hands-on: Ford debuts new in-car digital platform with dual-screen Apple Maps via CarPlay
- Bloomberg: Apple targets 2028 release date for its own electric vehicle
- Rivian taps ex-Porsche and Apple vet to lead R2, R3 EVs
- Apple Music will now pay 10% higher royalties to artists for Spatial Audio music
- Apple readies Apple Watch Series 9 ban workaround by disabling blood oxygen functionality [U]
- Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales ban resumes tomorrow, appeals court rules
- How Apple is informing customers about the modified Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2
- Apple begins selling Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 without the blood oxygen feature
- Apple revises US App Store rules to let developers link to outside payment methods, but it will still charge a commission
- Spotify calls Apple's 27% cut of purchases outside the App Store 'outrageous'; urges EU to 'act switftly'
- Supreme Court upholds Apple vs. Epic ruling, Apple must allow app developers to link to other payment systems
- Apple demands $73M in Epic legal expenses
- Epic to contest Supreme Court ruling on App Store in-app sales
Chance talks about his second time going hands-on with the Apple Vision Pro, including trying the newly announced Disney+ experiences. We also discuss the preorder process, and the newly released tech specs and accessories for Apple’s upcoming headset. There’s also an ongoing debacle about exactly what third party apps, if any, will be available on visionOS at launch.
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- Apple Vision Pro: EyeSight, comfort, and more impressions from my latest demo
- Vision Pro: Apple's first spatial computer is now available for pre-order
- Apple Vision Pro available in three storage configurations
- Apple Vision Pro accessories: $200 Travel Case, $200 Battery, $200 Light Seal, and more
- Here's how much Vision Pro AppleCare and deductibles cost
- Apple Vision Pro comes with these pre-installed spatial apps
- Vision Pro shipping estimates begin slipping to March for some configurations
- Apple Vision Pro custom engraving offered on optical inserts from ZEISS
- PSA: Here's what to expect if you buy Vision Pro but don't live in the United States
- Apple offers in-depth look at Vision Pro in new 'Guided Tour' video
- Vision Pro replacement/repair costs up to $2,399 without AppleCare
- Apple reveals Vision Pro's weight for the first time: Here's how it compares
- Vision Pro supports AirPlay mirroring to iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and more
- YouTube, Spotify, and some other popular apps (probably) won't be available on Vision Pro at launch
- Vision Pro Immersive Video makes it the ultimate entertainment device, says Apple
Benjamin and Chance discuss Apple’s announcement of Vision Pro pre-orders and launch dates, and dive into what we still don’t know. Also, Ming-Chi Kuo has some details on future iPhone camera upgrades, Apple’s anti-trust concerns continue, and the latest Apple TV+ news.
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- Zac's post on Threads and Phil Schiller's response
- Kuo: 24-megapixel upgraded front camera coming with iPhone 17
- AirTag 2 not expected until 2025 as Apple sits on backlog of first-gen inventory
- Will the iPhone 16 Pro be able to record 4K spatial video?
- Vision Pro launching on February 2, pre-orders begin next week
- Here's everything that Apple includes in the Vision Pro box
- Prescription lenses for Vision Pro to cost $149 – less than predicted
- Apple increases Vision Pro battery life estimate for video playback
- Vision Pro's Persona feature will be considered a 'beta' at launch
- Apple shares new 'Get Ready' Vision Pro ad with clips from Star Wars, Back to the Future, more
- Xcode files reveal Vision Pro RAM details, but what about storage capacities?
- Apple Vision Pro demos in retail stores will begin on February 2
- US expected to hit Apple with major antitrust lawsuit this year
- Apple tells EU it has five different App Stores, not just one
- When will Killers of the Flower Moon stream on Apple TV+?
- Ridley Scott's Napoleon movie now available on premium video on demand
Benjamin and Chance are back from the holidays. Chance retells his experience using CarPlay and EV routing in Apple Maps, the Apple Watch is (temporarily?) back on shelves, Apple is reportedly in talks with news publishers about licensing content for its AI systems, and all signs point to an impending Vision Pro release.
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- Chance’s thread on Threads with Mach-E roadtrip details
- Charging a Mach-E at a Tesla Supercharger
- Ford will add Tesla plug to its electric vehicles in surprising move
- GM and Ford EV owners to get Tesla Supercharger access as soon as February
- iOS 17 adds real-time charging availability info for EV drivers
- This CarPlay GPS bug makes Apple Maps unusable and dangerous
- Apple Watch ban news hub: Everything we know right now
- Apple Watch ban temporarily halted, thanks to US appeals court
- Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 return to Apple Online Store after a week of unavailability
- Next-gen Apple Watch again rumored to break compatibility with existing bands - 9to5Mac
- Apple Infinite Loop retail store permanently closing next month
- Apple permanently closing Apple Royal Hawaiian retail store next month after 15 years
- Apple wants to train its AI with $50 million worth of licensed news articles
- Vision Pro release date: Everything we know
Benjamin and Chance look back on the year in Apple news, assessing the state of the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and the rest of Apple’s product lineup in light of the 2023 releases, and what is rumored to come in 2024.
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Benjamin and Chance discuss the wild situation of the Apple Watch sales ban in the US as part of an ongoing patent dispute with Masimo over blood oxygen sensor patents. Also, Apple has finally shared details of the first vehicles featuring next-generation CarPlay, Apple News+ adds The Athletic, and we round out the year with some #Ask9to5Mac questions.
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- Apple halting Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales: Here's why
- ITC denies Apple's request to delay looming Apple Watch ban
- First cars with next-generation CarPlay officially announced
- Hands-on: In a world of CarPlay uncertainty, Polestar 2's dual-screen interface shines
- Apple News+ now includes sports coverage from The Athletic, Wirecutter coming soon
- Report: Apple offers to open up Apple Pay NFC system on iPhone to appease EU regulators
- Apple announces new 'contingent pricing' feature for App Store subscriptions
- EU to ban anti-steering App Store rules for Apple Music competitors after Spotify complaint
- Apple developing possible software workaround in response to Apple Watch ban
- Chance’s appearance on Charlie Chapman’s Launched podcast
iOS 17.2 is finally here, and Benjamin and Chance break down all the new features. iOS 17.3 introduces new opt-in measures to protect against shoulder surfing thieves. Also, Apple blocks Beeper Mini, launches a USB-C case for AirPods Pro 2, and plans to start offering incentives for artists to make their songs available in Spatial Audio on Apple Music.
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- Stolen Device Protection for iPhone: Now in testing
- How to swipe between Apple Watch faces in watchOS 10
- Apple shut down Beeper Mini's iMessage for Android
- Apple Music collaborative playlists add emoji reactions in iOS 17.3 beta
- Beeper Mini restores iMessage service, now for free
- iMessage for Android via Beeper Mini and Cloud are down again
- Apple releases standalone USB-C case for AirPods Pro 2 for $99
- Apple's chief iPhone and Apple Watch designer leaving
- Apple Podcasts app launching on Tesla vehicles next week
- GM's latest excuse for dropping CarPlay is its dumbest yet
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- Report: Apple Music to add new incentives for artists who use Dolby Atmos
iOS 17.2 beta release candidate is here with a few surprise changes in store, while Apple formally retires the iTunes TV Shows and Movies apps in tvOS. An impressive new app called Beeper brings iMessage to Android in the right way. There’s also talk of an Apple-Paramount streaming bundle, and the M3 MacBook Air might be released sooner than we thought. Benjamin and Chance discuss it all.
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- Review: Eve Outdoor Cam is a great HomeKit camera with floodlight, Home app needs more notification controls
- Chance's now $29 camera with HomeKit Secure Video
- Here's what's actually going on in that viral 'glitch in the matrix' iPhone mirror picture
- iOS 17.2 release notes: Every new feature and change
- iTunes Movies and TV Shows app discontinued with new Apple TV update
- tvOS 17.2 changes the behavior of the Siri button
- Rumor: New Action button coming to the entire iPhone 16 lineup
- Beeper Mini will add SMS, Facetime in 'near future'
- Beeper Mini is even better than a real iMessage app for Android
- Beeper Mini brings native iMessage to Android
- New iPad Air, iPad Pro, and MacBook Air coming soon: report
- Report: Apple in talks to offer combined streaming bundle of Apple TV+ and Paramount+
- Apple original film 'Killers of the Flower Moon' will be available to buy/rent from tomorrow
Chance has some more thoughts about his new MacBook Pro, then he and Benjamin dive into the changes in iOS 17.2 beta 4, Apple services debut their Year-in-Review press, Apple seems to be on the edge of ditching Goldman Sachs for the Apple Card, and there are even more hints about when we can expect the Vision Pro to actually go on sale.
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- Apple Music Replay 2023: How to find your top songs, artists, more
- Spotify Wrapped 2023: Everything you need to know
- Apple Books Year Review: How to see
- Apple announces top podcasts of 2023 alongside new Apple Books Year in Review feature
- iOS 17.2 beta 4 lets users change default notification sound
- Apple ending Apple Card partnership with Goldman Sachs
- Apple delays plans to bring its own 5G modems to the iPhone
- Apple makes up less than 5% of Arm's revenue, and Arm can't do anything about it
- Apple reveals 2023 App Store Award winners; names generative AI the 'trend of the year'
- Good news and bad news for people waiting on a MacBook with built-in 5G
- Apple Vision Pro gets new onboarding videos with visionOS beta 6
- Gurman: Apple Vision Pro still not quite ready for launch, likely to release around March
Benjamin and Chance react to the shocking news that Apple is adopting RCS for iPhone messaging, likely with iOS 18 next year, and its implications on the ecosystem at large. We also answer your begging questions in #Ask9to5Mac, on this special holiday episode. Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate!
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- Apple extends free period for iPhone 14 satellite features
- Apple announces that RCS support is coming to iPhone next year
- What color bubbles will RCS messages be? Here's Apple's answer
- RCS is coming to iOS, but will it change anything for iPhone users?
- Apple's RCS announcement date wasn't coincidence
- Apple Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals revealed
- Apple aims to make holiday shopping easier with 'Order By' deadlines
- Black Friday Apple deals: M3 MacBook Pro, AirPods, more
- Apple Music Classical is now available on the iPad
- Is Craig Federighi a Taylor Swift fan?
Benjamin and Chance discuss the latest features in iOS 17.2, Mark Gurman teases a major ‘ambitious’ iOS 18 update, Ming-Chi Kuo provides a 2024 roadmap for what to expect from iPad hardware, and Apple gives some press a hands-on demo of spatial videos viewed through Apple Vision Pro.
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- Apple has allowed some press to view their own spatial videos in Vision Pro, Final Cut gaining editing ability next year
- iOS 17.2 beta 2 enables Vision Pro spatial video capture on iPhone 15 Pro
- Daring Fireball: Vision Pro, Spatial Video, and Panoramic Photos
- WSJ Vision Pro write-up
- Apple iPhone Spatial Video Arrives in Beta and Looks Amazing on Vision Pro
- Apple extends free period for iPhone 14 satellite features
- iOS 17.2 beta 2: Here are all of the features and changes
- iOS 17.2 lets users disable inline text predictions
- watchOS 10.2 brings back gesture to swipe between watch faces
- Shazam comes to your Mac's menu bar and Control Center in latest beta
- Apple wants iOS 18 to be its most 'ambitious and compelling' update in years, report says
- Kuo: Apple to update all iPad models next year, including OLED iPad Pro and new 12.9-inch iPad Air
- Apple reportedly planning major price increase for OLED iPad Pro
- Why the rumored 12.9-inch iPad Air actually makes a lot of sense
- Apple earns 36% of Google search ad revenue through Safari, antitrust trial reveals
Following the review embargo lifting for the M3 iMac and MacBook Pro lineup this week, Chance talks about his hands-on experience with the new MacBook Pro. Benjamin and Chance also discuss the uncharacteristic Apple PR statement about the future of the iMac roadmap, the disappointing outlook for the AirPods Max, and all the new features coming in iOS 17.2.
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- M3 MacBook Pro review: Peak performance – Six Colors
- M3 MacBook Pro reignites debate over 8GB RAM, and Apple tiers
- macOS 'High Power Mode' expands to 14-inch MacBook Pro for the first time
- Hands-on: Apple's new 14-inch MacBook Pro in space 'black' (and why I bought it)
- Apple says it is not making a new 27-inch iMac
- The first Apple Watch was supposed to launch with blood sugar monitoring
- Apple Watch for Android was coming, canceled to protect iPhone
- Apple Health: Blood Pressure, Glucose, Sleep Apnea; Team Issues - Bloomberg
- iOS 17.2 has a system to update sealed iPhones at Apple Stores
- iOS 17.2 beta 1: Here are all of the new features and changes
- The simplicity of Apple's Journal app could end up ruining it
- iOS 17.2 beta includes all-new Journal app; here’s how it works
- New AirPods Max coming next year reportedly will still lag behind AirPods Pro features, lack H2 chip
- 3D movies showing up in Apple TV app ahead of Apple Vision Pro launch
Benjamin and Chance discuss everything Apple announced at its October Halloween-themed event, including all the nuances of the M3 Apple Silicon generation, the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, and the (somewhat) updated iMac.
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- Apple officially unveils M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max: 3 nanometer, Dynamic Caching GPU, more
- Apple announces new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro: M3 chip, Space Black, cheaper $1599 starting price
- Apple announces new 24-inch iMac with M3 chip
- Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ Mac event was shot on iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Here’s how Apple shot the entire ‘Scary fast’ event on iPhone 15 Pro (even the drone footage)
Benjamin and Chance are thrilled to see Apple switching it up a bit for this end-of-month video event streaming, for the first time, in the evening. They talk about what they expect to see at the start of the M3 Apple Silicon Mac generation. iOS 17.1 has shipped with some cool new additions to Apple Music, meanwhile Apple is said to be hard at work integrating AI features into all parts of iOS 18. Plus, TV+ price rises and the rumored 2024 roadmap for new AirPods models.
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- Zuckerberg: Threads on track to be a billion-person app that's 'more positive' than its competitor
- What to expect from Apple's unexpected 'Scary Fast' evening Mac event
- Apple announces special event for October 30: 'Scary fast'
- Bloomberg: New Macs to be announced at end of the month
- Report: AI features in development for iOS 18, Siri, Apple Music, Xcode and more
- Apple planning major AirPods refresh including new AirPods 4, AirPods Max, and more
- Apple releases iOS 17.1 with AirDrop, StandBy, and Music features plus 7 bug fixes
- iOS 17.1 available now with these new features and bug fixes
- Report: Apple planning revamped TV app, will discontinue dedicated iTunes movie and TV show apps
- Apple TV+, Arcade, and News+ subscription price increases from today
- Apple Announces October 30 Event, Held At 5 PM Pacific — Benjamin Mayo
Benjamin and Chance analyze the good and (mostly) bad of the Apple Pencil lineup, following the announcement of the new USB-C model this week. Also, there are details about what Apple will cut from a cheaper Vision Pro model; how critical is EyeSight to the product, really? Listeners back up Chance’s poor CarPlay GPS experiences, more iPhone camera testing at ACL, and Apple TV+'s new film strategy begins today.
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- This CarPlay GPS bug makes Apple Maps unusable and dangerous
- iPhone 15 Pro Max 5x daylight zoom test at ACL
- iPhone 15 reportedly selling worse than iPhone 14 in China
- Apple unveils cheaper Apple Pencil with USB-C port and more
- Apple Pencil USB-C vs Apple Pencil 2 vs 1
- Cheaper next-gen Apple Vision headset will likely drop EyeSight feature to save on cost
- Apple ends partnership with John Lasseter's Skydance Animation, 'Spellbound' going to Netflix
- Netflix will now charge up to $23/month for access after latest price increase
Chance discusses his experience using the iPhone 15 Pro Max to take photos and videos at a concert, and how the Camera app leaves much to be desired for these use cases. Also, CarPlay troubles, the knock-on impact of Benjamin’s phone number changeover, and the iPhone 12 radiation remedy to appease the French government.
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- The 1975 concert video #1
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- 5x > 2x > 1x > 5x camera test
- Upgrade #480: Never Do a Deal with the Preference Daemon - Relay FM
- Review: iPhone 15 Pro & Pro Max – Six Colors
- Apple Wallet app integrates balances and transaction history for Discover US credit cards
- Apple explains why iPhone 12 was always safe to use in France, iOS 17.1 to address non-standard test that triggered non-issue
- iOS 17.1 changes iPhone 15 Pro Action Button behavior
- See Discover balance in Apple Wallet: How-to
- On Kuo’s latest Apple Watch report and the lack of nuance
Benjamin and Chance go hands-on with Apple Watch Double Tap and all the changes in the latest iOS 17.1 beta, wrap up the iPhone 15 #overheatinggate fiasco, dive deep into the ongoing Google trial that is revealing all sorts of details about the Apple search deal, and discuss why Formula 1 is a good target for Apple’s sports streaming ambitions.
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- Apple says a software update is on the way to fix iPhone 15 overheating problems
- Apple releases iOS 17.0.3 with fix for iPhone 15 overheating issues
- Does iOS 17.0.3 slow down iPhone 15 Pro to prevent overheating?
- iPhone 15 Pro Max back glass cracks within seconds in new durability test [Video]
- Does the iPhone 15 Pro Max bend and crack easily? Consumer Reports says no
- Bloomberg: Apple held talks with Microsoft about acquiring Bing in 2020
- Apple pondered replacing Google with DuckDuckGo as default search engine in Safari private browsing mode
- Apple has a next-gen search engine called Pegasus, but don't expect a Google Search competitor yet
- Eddy Cue defends Google search deal despite privacy concerns: ‘The iPhone is a much more private device’ than Android
- Apple Watch Series 9 Double Tap feature now available in watchOS 10.1 beta
- iOS 17.1 finally lets you pick the album to use for the Photo Shuffle lock screen
- Report: Apple considers huge bid for global Formula 1 streaming rights
- Writers strike finally over, streamers agree to bonus payout for most popular shows
- Netflix price increase coming when ongoing actors strike ends
Benjamin and Chance share their hands-on experiences with Apple’s latest hardware: the Apple Watch Series 9 and iPhone 15 Pro. Plus, macOS Sonoma brings some cool new features to the Mac, and the first iOS 17.1 developer seed is released, kicking off a whole new beta cycle.
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- Apple releases macOS Sonoma with interactive desktop widgets, Game Mode, new wallpapers, much more
- iOS 17.1 beta 1: New Apple Music and AirDrop features, more
- Apple Wallet app can now show current account balances from UK banks
- Apple was working on stock trading service for iPhone users, plans put on hold after the market tanked
- Apple explains why only revised AirPods Pro 2 support lossless audio from Vision Pro
- iPhone 15 can locate your friends up to 60 meters away with Precision Finding [Video]
- Hands-on: Unboxing the new iPhone 15 Pro Max in Natural Titanium [Gallery]
- iPhone 15 Pro overheating problems caused by design compromises, Kuo says
- iPhone 15 overheating reports, with temperatures as high as 116F
- iPhone 15 Pro design once again blamed for causing overheating
Benjamin and Chance discuss their Apple Store ordering experiences, and assess the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch reviews that dropped this week. Chance has received his FineWoven case .. and has thoughts. They also talk about their favorite features in iOS 17 and the other Apple OS updates released this week.
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- Apple told employees to keep quiet about iPhone 12 radiation
- Apple disputes claim that the iPhone 12 is suddenly breaking radiation standards
- Apple to release iPhone 12 software update to address France ban over radiation concerns
- AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C reviews: no hardware surprises, software features rock
- iPhone 15/15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro/15 Pro Max review roundup and hands-on videos
- Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 reviews: Double Tap, pink, and Siri responsiveness
- The best iOS 17 apps with interactive widgets, StandBy support, and more
Benjamin and Chance break down all the announcements from Apple’s September event, including reactions to the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and their latest carbon-neutral environmental initiatives. Chance also retells his experience of his first time at Steve Jobs Theater.
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- Tim Cook learns how to dab (or dap?) like they do in Oakland
- Apple Park’s budget
- “Another Birthday" video
- “Dear Tim” video
- Apple Watch Series 9
- “Mother Nature” video
- Apple Watch Ultra 2
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus features
- Chance’s hands-on with iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
- AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C
- iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max features
- Chance’s hands-on with iPhone 15 Pro
- New Portrait mode features coming older iPhones
- 48MP HEIF setting comes to iPhone 14 Pro
- Vision Pro updates and AirPods support
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Benjamin and Chance discuss the impact of an aluminum Magic Keyboard on the appeal of the iPad Pro, and whether Apple could do more to focus on the education market with cheaper iPad and MacBook models. Apple surprises with an early launch for the visionOS App Store, and we prepare for the iPhone 15 announcement next week with an event-themed #Ask9to5Mac segment.
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- Gurman: New Magic Keyboard will make iPad Pro more like a laptop than ever, with aluminum base and larger trackpad
- Apple acquires 50-year-old 'leading record label' to bolster Apple Music Classical
- Report: Apple claims iMessage not big enough to fall under purview of EU 'gatekeeper' competition law
- Digital Markets Act antitrust law includes Apple's App Store
- App Store launching on visionOS for developers later this year - 9to5Mac
- Low-cost MacBook to compete with Chromebooks – sketchy report
- Chance on Charlie Chapman’s Launched podcast
The September Apple event is finally official, and we expect to see the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9. Benjamin and Chance also break down this week’s flurry of leaks surrounding the iPhone 15 colors and cases, the Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro is reportedly getting redesigned, and Apple is testing a new 3D printing process for its products. Plus, some talk about the current state of the smart home market.
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- Apple officially announces iPhone 15 event: 'Wonderlust.'
- Apple September event: iPhone 15, new Apple Watch, more
- iPhone 15 Pro Max starting 'mass shipments' this week, says Kuo
- Kuo: iPhone 15 Pro Max production lags as Apple continues to resolve production issues
- iPhone 15 Pro Max to be the best-selling model, analyst says
- iPhone 15 Pro Max to face 3-4 week delay – analyst
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro dummy units show off the most boring color options ever
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro colors: Every option
- iPhone 15 Pro: Is Apple 'FineWoven' the new leather?
- Apple Watch Series 9 launch might include an all-new band design
- Select Apple Watch Series 9 models will be first Apple products made with 3D printing process
- New iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard coming soon, report says
- Philips Hue announces its first smart cameras, Matter update, and more
- Review: Eve Outdoor Cam excels as a 2-in-1 HomeKit camera and floodlight
Benjamin and Chance analyze this week’s flurry of leaks about the supposed cable coming in the iPhone 15 box. Apple also started up the Vision Pro PR machine, released the latest iOS 17 beta, and why a 2021 movie jumped to the top of the TV+ charts.
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- iPhone 15 charging cable may be long enough to actually use
- USB-C cable included with iPhone 15 may be limited to USB 2.0
- iPhone 15 rumors: 'Ultra' name potential, braided USB-C cables
- iOS 17 beta hints at new Action Button on iPhone 15 Pro
- iOS 17 Apple Maps suggests an offline map to download when getting directions to an area with poor cell service
- Apple decides to support Right to Repair Act bill in California
- Fantastical, Widgetsmith, and Spool makers dish on Apple Vision Pro development
- Threads for web rolling out this week, confirms Zuckerberg
Benjamin and Chance discuss what an ‘Apple Watch X’ could look like, in what Mark Gurman described as the biggest redesign for the Apple Watch ever. There’s a brewing social media storm about iPhone battery health possibly degrading faster than normal, the iTunes Trailers app is discontinued, and Chance is frustrated with the (un)reliability of the HomePod multi-room experience.
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- Wireless network provider support and features for iPhone in Europe – Apple Support (UK)
- Sync Volume of AirPlay 2 Multi-room Audio Groups on iPhone
- iOS 17 beta 6: Here's what's new with the update
- iPhone 14 Pro battery health and capacity complaints mount
- Gurman: Major 'Apple Watch X' redesign coming as soon as next year, testing magnetic band attachments
- 'iTunes Movie Trailers' app going away after over a decade
- Ford taps Eddy Cue's former deputy Peter Stern to lead services after leaving Apple
- Sync Volume of AirPlay 2 Multi-room Audio Groups on iPhone - YouTube
Benjamin and Chance analyze the salient points from Apple’s quarterly earnings report, discuss the intriguing new Apple Music Discovery Station feature that launched this week, and everything new in the iOS 17 beta. We also think we know when the iPhone 15 event will be held in September, and how the high-end of the next Apple Silicon cycle is shaping up with details on the M3 Max chip.
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- AAPL reports Q3 2023 earnings: $81.8 billion revenue, iPhone sales dip
- Apple surpasses 1 billion paid subscriptions as active devices are double that
- Apple execs tout Mac success following Intel transition but warn of Q4 double-digit drop in revenue
- What is Discovery Station in Apple Music?
- Apple releases iOS 17 developer beta 5
- iOS 17 beta 5 Live Voicemail prompt reduces confusion, but it’s still confusing
- Apple prepping for iPhone 15 Pro event on September 13
- iPhone 15 event date probably September 12, with hybrid format
- When will the iPhone 15 go on sale?
- Apple testing new MacBook Pro with 40-core GPU M3 Max chip
- Apple among tech companies eyeing local NBA streaming rights as Bally Sports falls
- Analysts won't stop suggesting that Apple is buying Disney
Benjamin and Chance discuss all the Apple news of the past week including rumors about new colors for Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra, the thin-bezel future of the iPad hardware design, new AirTag generation coming in 2024, Screen Time bugs annoying parents, and details of how Apple plans to crackdown on app user fingerprinting with a new policy coming with iOS 17.
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- Apple planning to significantly reduce iPad bezel sizes with LIPO technology
- Gurman: Expect iPhone 15 price increases, Apple tested dark gray titanium color for Apple Watch Ultra
- Rumor: Apple Watch Series 9 to be available in new color option alongside black titanium Ultra
- iPad mini 7 reportedly coming soon; here are the new features I'd like to see
- Apple reportedly prepping second-gen AirTag for launch next year
- Screen Time is broken for many, Apple admits to parents
- App Store developers must detail why they're using some APIs
- Apple TV is the frontrunner to land streaming deal for Pac-12 conference, similar structure to MLS Season Pass
Benjamin and Chance discuss all the changes in iOS 17 beta 4, plus Apple starts handing out dev kits for Apple Vision Pro … but will developers make apps for a brand new niche platform? There are also rumors of an iPhone 15 Pro price hike, and Apple threatens to end iMessage/FaceTime in the UK if a new law goes into effect that would weaken the platform’s end-to-end encryption security.
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- Developers can now apply for an Apple Vision Pro Developer Kit
- Apple to hold developer labs to promote App Store and Vision Pro
- Apple releases visionOS 1 beta 2 simulator ahead of first developer kits shipping
- iOS 17 beta 4: Here's what new
- Threads adds 'Following' feed: Here's how to find it
- Threads web app in the works, but don't count on a Mac app (for now)
- Apple says it would remove iMessage and FaceTime in the UK rather than break end-to-end encryption
- Bloomberg: Apple considering price hike for iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max
- iPhone 15 prices could rise by $200 for Pro Max, claims analyst
- iPhone 15 Pro production issue may be resolved before delay
- iPhone 15 Pro could face 'severe shortages' at launch
- Report: Apple pushing suppliers to develop truly ‘bezel-less’ iPhone displays
Following the launch of the first public betas, Benjamin and Chance discuss how the betas are faring for them and their favorite features across Apple’s software releases this year. Chance gives his review of the new Betas Studio Pro headphones and how they compare to AirPods Max. Plus, Chance puts Benjamin in his place on GM's plan to ditch CarPlay, and Apple has reportedly developed an internal-only version of ‘ChatGPT’ for employees as it experiments with generative AI technologies.
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- Apple releases iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 public beta 1
- Top 10 features to try out with the iOS 17 public beta
- Review: Beats Studio Pro are here, and they make AirPods Max impossible to recommend (for now)
- Porsche unveils revamped CarPlay experience with climate controls and more
- GM dealers aren’t happy future EVs won’t support CarPlay
- Gurman: Apple using custom 'Apple GPT' chatbot internally as it plans for generative AI features in 2024
- Gurman: First M3 Apple Silicon Macs likely to launch in October
- Actors now on strike as Apple and other Hollywood studios fail to reach deal with Screen Actors Guild
Benjamin and Chance reminisce on the 15th year anniversary of the App Store, discuss all the changes in iOS 17 beta 3, and analyze Meta’s successful launch of Twitter alternative Threads. There are also details about the planned retail rollout for Apple Vision Pro and Apple TV+ ramps up its theatrical distribution strategy for original movies.
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- iOS 17 beta 3: Here's what's new
- Threads hits 100 million users in just 5 days, toppling record set by ChatGPT
- Apple has arrived to the Threads party as new platform approaches 100M users
- Threads now available to download: Meta’s new microblogging
- Confirmed: That's the real Apple Fellow Phil Schiller on Threads
- Porsche unveils revamped CarPlay experience with climate controls and more
- GM dealers aren’t happy future EVs won’t support CarPlay
- Vision Pro launch at retail stores is Apple's most complex rollout ever, will require appointment to buy
- Apple shares official trailer for 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' in theaters October
- Ridley Scott's 'Napoleon' arriving in theaters worldwide in November before streaming on Apple TV+
Benjamin and Chance explore the latest developments with the Apple Card, with Goldman Sachs reportedly looking to hand over the business to American Express. Plus, iPhone 15 rumors are picking up pace and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple is making a new Mac external display that can double up as a smart display in a low-power mode.
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- Goldman Sachs wants to bail on Apple Card
- Timeline of Apple's deal with Goldman Sachs
- USB-C AirPods Pro case, hearing health features
- Apple working on external display with always-on smart features
- iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 colors
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro rumored to feature big boost in battery sizes
Benjamin and Chance discuss the appeal of a rumored 30-inch iMac, which could be the Apple Silicon spiritual successor to the Intel iMac Pro. A second-gen Apple Watch Ultra is also said to be coming this fall, faster than some may have expected. More details about how the Vision Pro works in VR are coming out, new Beats Studio Pro leaks, and we answer some #Ask9to5Mac questions.
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- Second-gen Apple Watch Ultra coming this fall, new big iMac 'in early development' with larger than 30-inch screen
- Exclusive: Beats Studio Pro battery life exceeds AirPods Max, Spatial Audio fully featured, much more
- Apple speaks out against bill that could mandate CSAM scanning in iMessage
- Vision Pro safe area limited to 10x10 feet for VR experiences
- Report: Apple Vision Pro top strap helps headset weight issue, but Apple might not include it in the box
- MKBHD claims that post-processing is ruining iPhone photos
Benjamin and Chance discuss all the changes in iOS 17 beta 2, and the release of the first-ever visionOS SDK, with the Simulator giving us a first glimpse at the Vision Pro operating system. Plus, Apple execs talk about why third-party watch faces for Apple Watch haven’t happened (yet), and the EU threatens new regulation around replaceable batteries in devices — but Apple might already be in compliance.
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Subscribe or Follow Links- Here's everything new in iOS 17 beta 2
- iOS 17 adds new 'Fast' long-press speed option to open context menus more quickly
- iOS 17 can tell you what's wrong with your car using Visual Lookup
- iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma automatically generates Apple ID passkeys, now available on Apple․com and iCloud․com
- Apple releases visionOS SDK for creating Vision Pro apps, dev kit applications opening soon
- visionOS gives us a closer look at what we'll see with Apple Vision Pro [Gallery]
- Apple Vision Pro to include a 'Guest Mode' for your friends
- Kuo: iPhone 15 to offer upgraded UWB chip for Vision Pro support
- What does Wi-Fi 7 mean for iPhone users?
- Apple expands Self Service Repair with iPhone 14, M2 Macs, system config changes, more
- Apple might have to make iPhone batteries easier for users to replace, EU rules
- iPhone battery replacement law raises a huge number of questions
- Apple halts showing gambling ads on App Store product pages
- Apple execs discuss third-party watch faces and watchOS 10 design decisions in new interview
Benjamin and Chance talk all things Apple Vision Pro, from hardware design to its features to its real-world appeal. We also walk through Chance’s impressions of his hands-on demo experience at WWDC last week. Plus, Apple just dropped a trio of new M2 Macs, including very the compelling 15-inch MacBook Air.
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Read More Subscribe or FollowBenjamin and Zac break down the WWDC keynote with their impressions to all the announcements from the 15-inch MacBook Air to iOS 17, macOS Sonoma, watchOS 10 and all of Apple’s software platform updates. Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro will come in next week’s episode.
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Benjamin and Chance give their final takes on what they expect from WWDC next week, including the latest rumors around new Mac hardware and the much anticipated Apple headset, as well as predictions for iOS 17 and the rest of Apple’s operating systems.
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Read More- Apple shutting down free ‘My Photo Stream’ feature that originally launched with iCloud
- MLS Season Pass drops price for midseason, Apple says service uptake beat its own expectations
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- Apple to announce 'several new Macs' at WWDC 2023
- Ted Lasso season 3 finale explained
- It's been over 400 days since Apple SVP John Ternus said 'Mac Pro' is 'for another day'
- Apple mixed reality headset may be its most complex hardware product yet due to curved glass and bent circuitboards
Benjamin and Chance talk about the released WWDC schedule, and how they expect the conference will play out in light of a new platform launch. Apple headset price expectations continue to be set with a supposed bill of materials analysis topping $1600 in component costs. Final Cut and Logic launch on iPad, and there’s rumors of brand new ‘smart display’-esque features coming in iOS 17.
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Read More- Apple teases WWDC 2023, confirms keynote for June 5 at 10 a.m.
- Apple invites VR headset experts to WWDC 2023 keynote
- Manufacturing cost of Apple's headset exceeds $1,500 per unit
- Reality Pro OS – Apple has now trademarked five names, inc xrOS
- iOS 17 will make iPhone always-on display more functional with smart display feature
- iOS 17 to include new AirPlay features and more
- Reviews: Final Cut Pro for iPad 'still rendering,' Logic Pro for iPad a 'great' DAW
- Apple expands US investment with new multibillion-dollar Broadcom deal for 5G tech
- Report: Apple to start selling Ted Lasso merch through the Apple online store
Benjamin and Chance discuss the iOS 17 Accessibility features Apple previewed this week. Apple also unveiled some new live concert features for Apple Music. Rumors give more color on the iPhone 16 spec situation, and anticipation for M3 Apple Silicon Macs grow. Plus, Chance goes hands-on with the newly-announced Beats Studio Buds+.
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Read More Subscribe or FollowBenjamin and Zac discuss the surprise announcement this week that Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro are coming to iPad, with brand new UIs designed for touch input. Apple also unveiled the new Pride Band and watch face for 2023, and the EU is already warning Apple not to make the iPhone 15 USB-C port proprietary. Even bigger screen sizes are rumored for the iPhone 16, and Zac reveals that he has committed the cardinal sin of becoming a right Dock person.
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Read More- Apple reports Q2 2023 earnings: $94.8 billion revenue, new records for Services and iPhone
- Apple announces new Pride band for 2023, matching Apple Watch face and iPhone wallpaper
- Let’s talk about subscription pricing for Logic and Final Cut Pro for iPad
- Apple hasn't even switched the iPhone to USB-C, and the EU is already complaining
- Apple Watch Series 9 could include the first speed boost in years
- Largest iPhone screens ever coming to iPhone 16 Pro models
Benjamin and Zac talk about this week in Apple, including a report on division inside the Siri group impacting feature development, a major rumored overhaul of watchOS coming at WWDC with a focus on widgets, and Apple and Google announce a new universal standard for unwanted tracking detection for Bluetooth trackers like AirTags.
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- Apple employees hate Siri and are skeptical of its future
- Gurman: watchOS 10 to bring 'notable changes' to Apple Watch user interface
- watchOS 10 set to include revamvped design focused on widgets
- Apple and Google team up on anti-stalking feature for AirTag, Tile, more
- Hollywood writers' strike will disrupt content pipeline of Apple TV+ and other streaming services
- Apple TV+ shows and movies: What to watch on Apple TV Plus
Benjamin and Zac discuss the new iOS 17 rumors including Heath app coming to iPad, and a new Journals app. Some unidentified Mac model identifiers are revealed in Find My code, Bloomberg gives some more details on how the AR/VR headset is powered, and unsurprisingly Apple plans to restrict the upcoming iOS sideloading support to only markets where it is legally required to.
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Read More- A big update brings the Kindle Scribe closer to being good - The Verge
- iOS 17 rumors: App sideloading, Find My, Wallet app changes - 9to5Mac
- Gurman: Apple headset attaches required battery pack via magnetic connector, separate USB-C port for data transfer - 9to5Mac
- Unreleased Macs show up in Apple’s Find My
- Apple journaling app will be part of iOS 17, Sherlocking Day One
- iPhoto Journal: Shuttle Flyover
- Concept imagines iOS 17's rumored 'Journal' app design - 9to5Mac
- Bloomberg: Health app coming to iPad this year, AI-powered ‘wellness coaching service’ also in the works - 9to5Mac
- Apple seemingly removing HealthKit compatible iOS 8 apps from App Store due to issues (U: Apple statement) - 9to5Mac
Benjamin and Zac explore the latest WWDC rumors circling, including tech specs for the 15-inch MacBook Air and a report on exactly what Apple apps we can expect to see on the upcoming AR/VR headset at launch. Plus, HomePod Sound Recognition launches, Apple TV beta tests its new Multiview streaming feature and TV+ makes a landmark deal with Canal+ to expand awareness of its content.
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Read More- iPhone SE 4 once again in flux as Kuo updates latest planning
- Apple Card Savings Account: Hands-on and how to sign up to start earning interest
- HomePod can now notify you when it hears your smoke detector alarm
- Apple TV+ content now streaming on Canal+ at no extra charge
- Hands-on with the new Multiview feature for Apple TV sports streams
- Kuo: 15-inch MacBook Air won't offer 'M2 Pro' chip configuration after all
- Netflix's password sharing crackdown coming to the US
- Netflix kills DVD-in-the-mail business, upgrades ad-supported plan from 720p
Benjamin and Zac discuss CarPlay troubles, both literally and figuratively with GM announcing they will no longer support the feature in their new EVs. We also discuss the rumors — that are very much in flux — surrounding the iPhone 15 solid state buttons and a possible second-generation Apple Studio Display. Apple finally launches its first retail presence in India, and The Steve Jobs Make Something Wonderful book is available to read now.
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Read More- GM is ditching CarPlay in all future EVs and teaming up with Google instead
- Next-gen CarPlay killed the radio star
- Apple to open its first store in India on April 18
- Apple banned 22 'competing brands' from around a new retail store
- New Steve Jobs Archive ebook now available as a free download
- ‘Don’t Call It HBO’ Max video service launching next month
- In memory of the 27-inch iMac Pro with or without Mini-LED, no wait, Mini-LED display with 120Hz ProMotion
- Apple scraps plans for 27-inch display with mini-LED and ProMotion
- Kuo: 27-inch mini-LED Apple external display targeting 2025 release
- iPhone 15 Pro may not have new solid-state buttons after all
- Where does the latest iPhone 15 report leave the Action button?
- iPhone 15 Pro: Meet the new volume buttons, same as the old volume buttons
- MLB Friday Night Baseball returns April 7, Apple TV+ subscription now required
- Hands-on: MLB app adds Live Activities support
- iOS 16.5 code indicates quad-box Picture-in-Picture feature in development for Apple TV sports streams
- FuboTV overhauls Apple TV app with enhanced Multiview experience
Benjamin and Chance take a look at this week’s news, including rumors of significant UI updates to watchOS, Weather app stability woes, and the reasons why a dedicated Apple Passwords app would make sense. And the Steve Jobs Archive announces its first published works.
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Subscribe or FollowBenjamin and Zac react to the rumors that the iPhone 15 Pro mute-switch button may actually be a customizable action button a la Apple Watch Ultra. Apple Pay Later is now available for a select random few. The strategically-confusing Apple Music Classical app is released, and WWDC 2023 is official!
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Read More- Apple Pay Later launching today: Here's how it works
- WWDC 2023 confirmed: iOS 17, Reality Pro headset, more
- iPhone 15 to integrate proximity sensor into the Dynamic Island, could lead to improved Face ID
- iPhone 15 Action button in testing; new super-low energy mode
- Apple Music Classical video tour; listen on Mac or iPad; more
Benjamin and Zac discuss all the cool features coming in iOS 16.4, and what old macOS habits they’ve carried across to the modern day. Zac gives his thoughts on the Kindle Scribe, and Apple dips its toe into the neural network language model hype train with a new Siri framework hidden in the tvOS beta. Plus, Apple TV+ wants to make a big splash in cinemas with plans for wide theatrical distribution of its original films going forward.
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Read More- Exclusive: Apple testing Siri language generating features
- Amazon Official: Introducing Kindle Scribe (16 GB), the first Kindle for reading and writing
- iOS 16.4 RC now rolling out to developers ahead of final release
- iPhone 15 USB-C port to have limited speed for non-certified cables
- MLB Friday Night Baseball returns April 7, Apple TV+ subscription now required
- Apple again rumored to bid for English Premier League football streaming rights
Benjamin bought a new keyboard, and talks about the ‘magic’ found within. Zac is excited for a new rumored HomePod model coming next year with a 7-inch display. And the pair evaluate whether it makes sense for Apple to enter the AR/VR headset market now, or whether the company should have held off, as some members of Apple’s design team purportedly argued for internally.
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Benjamin and Zac react to the announcement of Apple Music Classical, and recent rumors about the new design for the iPhone 15 mute ‘switch’ and the rollout for the next generation M3 Apple Silicon Macs. Plus, we discuss the experience of using HomePods as your TV speakers.
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Read More- Apple Music Classical launching on March 28, here's a first look
- Use HDMI ARC or eARC with your Apple TV 4K
- Apple launches new yellow color for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14's Emergency SOS via satellite feature expanding to six new countries this month
- iPhone 15 Pro rumored to have new unified volume buttons
- iOS 16.4 lets users sign in with different Apple ID to download beta
- New 15-inch MacBook Air and MacBook Pro to feature M3 chip
- New M3 iMac could launch 2H 2023
iOS 16.4 changes include the return of the much beloved Book page curl, the EU commission continues its anticompetitive case against Apple Music, and Benjamin and Zac reflect on just how good the 2018 iPad Pro was, and still is. Plus, Apple boosts the trade-in values for many of its products, TV+ hires another ad executive, and Benjamin gives his impressions of the MLS Season Pass launch.
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Read More- Apple/Spotify battle could be resolved in Europe with Epic-style compromise
- Roundup: Here’s everything new in iOS 16.4 beta 2
- There’s something special about the 2018 iPad Pro
- Wish Apple Watch faces had light and dark mode? Here’s how to do it
- Apple boosts trade-in values for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch
- Apple adds another exec to its growing Apple TV+ advertising team
- Apple TV+ releases official trailer for Ted Lasso season three
- How to watch all MLS games with MLS Season Pass
Benjamin and Zac explore the rumors swirling about a 15-inch MacBook Air supposedly coming soon, and how it would fit into the current MacBook lineup. They also discuss the latest news that the AR/VR headset has once again been delayed, and ponder whether Apple would limit the capabilities of the iPhone 15 USB-C port on purpose.
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Read More- Apple holds press event showing off its ‘latest advances in gaming’
- What happened at Apple's AI summit for employees - 9to5Mac
- Exclusive: iPhone 15 CADs reveal larger 6.2-inch display, Dynamic Island, and more - 9to5Mac
- Exclusive: First look at iPhone 15 Pro’s special color
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- iOS 16.4 beta 1 rolling out today for iPhone users - 9to5Mac
- Apple hits ‘major milestones’ in moonshot to bring noninvasive blood glucose monitoring to Apple Watch
- Apple could be new home for Pac-12 football streaming
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Subscribe or FollowBenjamin and Zac explore the rumors swirling about a 15-inch MacBook Air supposedly coming soon, and how it would fit into the current MacBook lineup. They also discuss the latest news that the AR/VR headset has once again been delayed, and ponder whether Apple would limit the capabilities of the iPhone 15 USB-C port on purpose.
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Read More- iPhone 15 USB-C port may have some features limited to Apple certified cables and accessories
- 15-inch MacBook Air set for an ‘early April’ release, new report says
- Bloomberg: Apple delays AR/VR headset launch again, now expects to unveil the device at WWDC
- Apple fixes annoying HomePod bug that caused HomeKit requests to time out and fail the first time you ask
- iOS 16.3.1 now available for iPhone users, here’s what’s new
- Apple announces release date for Ted Lasso season three
Benjamin shares his hands-on thoughts with the new second-generation HomePod after about a week of testing. Apple changes up the executive ranks with a new Chief People Officer, and news that they won’t replace the industrial design position when Evans Hankey leaves. There is also a report that Apple isn’t planning on releasing a new Mac Studio for the M2 generation.
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Read More- iOS 16.2 expands AirDrop 10-minute limit for ‘Everyone’ from China to everywhere
- Apple to eliminate ‘industrial design chief’ position; team will now report to COO Jeff Williams
- Apple names its first-ever ‘Chief People Officer’ as part of leadership shakeup
- Report: Apple unlikely to launch new Mac Studio as it instead focuses on the Mac Pro
- Hands-on: The new HomePod compared to the original
- Apple rolls out revamped website design with new dropdown navigation menus
- Apple TV+ shows and movies: Everything to watch on Apple TV Plus
Benjamin and Zac process some new Apple rumors including foldable iPads in 2024, the availability of the periscope zoom lens on iPhone 16 and beyond, and how Siri will maybe help users make content for the upcoming Reality Pro headset. Plus, we digest the official reviews for HomePod (second-generation).
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Read More- M2 Mac mini reviews: ‘Mac Studio junior’ with impressive performance, versatile prices
- iOS 16.3 lets iPhone users add lock screen widgets to a classic wallpaper if you still have it
- Folding iPad launch next year, says Kuo, ahead of a folding iPhone
- Kuo: Upgraded optical zoom to be exclusive to iPhone ‘Pro Max’ cameras until at least 2025
- Apple wants everyone to create ‘Reality Pro’ headset apps using Siri, internal demos focused on health and storytelling
- HomePod 2 reviews: A successful ‘do-over’ with excellent sound quality, better smart home features
Benjamin and Zac discuss a change to Low Power Mode on the Apple Watch, Apple’s newest TV+ ad, and reviewers have gotten a chance to go hands-on with the new M2 MacBook Pro and Mac mini. Plus, there’s new rumors about the iPhone 15 Pro chassis redesign and insights into exactly how Apple’s upcoming AR headset will work from a software perspective.
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Read More- Apple Watch Ultra never really turns off
- Advanced Data Protection has created a problem for HomePods, here’s how to fix it
- Timothée Chalamet is desperate to have an Apple TV+ show in new ad
- M2 MacBook Pro reviews: A beast of a machine, but overkill for almost everyone
- M2 Mac mini reviews: ‘Mac Studio junior’ with impressive performance, versatile prices
- Rumor: iPhone 15 Pro to feature ‘beautiful’ new design with thinner bezels and curved edges
- Apple ‘Reality Pro’ headset will toggle between AR/VR, serve as Mac display, 2-hour external battery packs, more
- Hands-on: Tapbots officially launches ‘Ivory for Mastodon’ with Tweetbot foundation
- Apple Fellow Phil Schiller confirms he’s now on Mastodon after deleting Twitter account
Benjamin and Zac discuss Apple’s hardware announcements this week including the new lineup of MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and the return of the original big HomePod. Plus, there’s more rumors about the AR headset roadmap and Apple TV+ presents its spring slate of shows.
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Read More- New MacBook Pro now official: M2 Pro and M2 Max chips, 8K HDMI, Wi-Fi 6E
- Apple launches new Mac mini with M2 and M2 Pro chip, lower $599 starting price
- Bah, humbug! MacBook Air’s midnight finish was no match for a toy air hockey table
- Apple unveils new full-size HomePod with refined design, new color, $299 price, more
- Apple celebrates Black History Month with special-edition Apple Watch Sport Loop, new watch face, more
- iOS 16.3 brings iCloud Advanced Data Protection feature to all users worldwide
- Apple reportedly developing cheaper mixed-reality headset, postpones AR glasses
- Ted Lasso season three confirmed for spring as Apple TV+ unveils a dozen new original series
- Siri pulled a false alarm at the gym and caused 15 armed police officers to show up
A whole bunch of rumors this week as Apple’s plans for 2023 products become clearer. Further ahead, there’s a new report out that Apple is readying its first touchscreen Mac. Apple is also preparing to replace the modem, WiFi and Bluetooth chips in its device with custom parts of its own design. Plus, AI-narrated audiobooks in Apple Books and Apple Services VP Peter Stern announces he is leaving the company.
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Read More- Tim Cook taking $50 million pay cut in 2023 at his own request
- Apple to lean on LG for production of its first Apple Watch micro-LED display
- Apple Music exec adds Apple TV+ to responsibilities amid Services leadership reshuffle
- Report: MacBook Pro refresh ‘delayed once again,’ shipments expected to halve
- Kuo: New AirPods Max and $99 AirPods Lite in the works
- Apple developing touchscreen Macs that could debut in 2025 with new MacBook Pro
- First Apple Silicon Mac Pro could come by spring as test machines run macOS 13.3
- Apple custom displays: What the Bloomberg report really means (probably)
- Apple Business Connect launches as free tool to help organize key information across services
- First OLED MacBook next year ‘at the earliest’; expect thinner and lighter models
- New report hints at brighter Micro LED display coming to 2024 Apple Watch models
- Apple to start making its own custom screens for iPhone and Apple Watch, ditching partners like Samsung
- Eddy Cue pens letter celebrating Apple’s ‘groundbreaking’ services: $320 billion paid to developers, nearly 1 billion paid subs
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Benjamin and Zac start the new year off with Jeff Pu reporting on Apple’s upcoming product roadmap, from iPhone 15 to Apple Watch to AirPods. The Information has a big story about the latest tech specs of the Apple AR/VR headset. Plus, Apple announces price increases for iPhone battery replacement and the new HomeKit architecture rollout is paused, for now.
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Read More- Kuo: Apple AR/VR headset development behind schedule, expect late fall release
- Apple mixed reality headset may require AirPods for audio, H2 chip includes secret low-latency mode
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus rumored to feature 48MP rear camera, just like Pro models
- Jeff Pu: Apple Watch Ultra to get larger display with Micro LED technology in 2024
- Apple reportedly working on ‘AirPods Lite’ to compete with cheaper wireless earbuds
- Apple raising prices of its battery replacement service for older iPhone models
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Benjamin and Zac review the year in Apple news, discussing all the major stories from the last twelve months, including reflecting on all the new 2022 hardware products, from the Mac Studio in March through to the iPhone 14 lineup in the fall. Happy New Year everyone!
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Read More January- AAPL hits $3 trillion market cap, Apple now first company to reach milestone valuation
- iPhone 14 Pro now rumored to feature ‘hole + pill design’ instead of notch
- iOS 15.4 enables Face ID support while wearing a mask, no Apple Watch required
- Cisco exec turned Apple comms VP departs after less than a year, Kristin Huguet to take over
- Apple tackling AirTag stalking concerns with these changes to Find My network
- Apple announces new Tap to Pay feature that turns iPhones into contactless payment terminals
- iPhone SE 3 tidbits: Lacks MagSafe and Ceramic Shield technologies, IP67, no 5G mmWave
- Apple unveils iPad Air 5 with M1 chip, purple color option, more
- Apple details highest-end processor with M1 Ultra, combining M1 Max chips
- Apple announces new ‘Mac Studio’ desktop computer powered by M1 Ultra chip with expanded I/O
- Apple announces new $1599 27-inch 5K Apple Studio Display, featuring Center Stage webcam
- Apple teases Apple Silicon Mac Pro at end of March event
- CODA wins Best Picture: Apple becomes first streaming service to get Oscars top prize
- MLB talks Friday Night Baseball on TV+: ‘Apple reaches into every single home’
- Apple Self Service Repair store now available, allowing customers to repair their own iPhones for the first time
- Apple discontinues iPod touch, ending 20 year run of iconic ‘iPod’ brand
- iPod touch now removed from Apple website as old URL redirects users to Apple Support
- Now obsolete, the iPod touch was once the gateway to the iOS ecosystem
- iPod In Memoriam
- WWDC 2022 News Hub and Live Blog: iOS 16, macOS 13, new MacBook Air, more
- Apple announces exclusive streaming deal for all Major League Soccer games, separate subscription required
- Apple again updates App Store guidelines to comply with Dutch government requirements
- Jony Ive is no longer an Apple consultant, says report
- M2 MacBook Air reviews are in: New era, all-day battery, same base storage concern as MacBook Pro
- iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max: Top features available on both large screen models
- AirPods Pro 2 have everything you need – but there’s one feature Apple hid
- Hands-on: Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra
- Apple announces new 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro with M2 chip, Apple Pencil hover feature
- Apple debuts all-new iPad 10: Larger display, four colors, landscape front camera, more
- Apple TV 4K officially launches; delays and shortages impacting availability
- Apple warns iPhone 14 Pro availability is limited as COVID-19 restrictions close supply chain factories in China
- Apple-backed Matter smart home standard officially launches as iOS 16.1 adds support
- Apple reveals new karaoke-like ‘Apple Music Sing’ feature launching this month
- Apple debuts Advanced Data Protection to bring end-to-end encryption to Messages in iCloud, Photos, device backups, much more
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Benjamin and Zac dive into the reports that Apple is preparing to comply with the EU Digital Markets Act, with alternative app stores and sideloading becoming a possibility on the iPhone for the first time. Also, there’s rumors that Apple has cancelled plans to release an iPhone SE 4 next year, and we have more clarity on the final specs for the upcoming Apple Silicon Mac Pro.
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Read More- Apple VR headset is probably to blame for Google picking off NFL Sunday Ticket deal at the 11th hour
- Kuo: Mass production of iPhone SE 4 might be cancelled or delayed until 2024
- AirPods Pro 2: The perfect replacement for AirPods Max that I didn’t know I needed
- Apple reveals MLS Season Pass schedule following exclusive streaming rights deal
- Apple’s self-service repair program now available for Studio Display and M1 Mac desktops
- Apple TV app for Android is rumored, following earlier expansion to Android TV devices
- Reported 2023 Mac Pro plan would be understandable, but still potentially concerning
- Apple reportedly prepping ‘multiple new external monitors’ with Apple Silicon inside
- Gurman: Apple cancels plans for high-end ‘M2 Extreme’ chip, but new Mac Pro will retain expandability options for RAM and storage
- After months of negotiations, Apple reportedly exits the running for NFL Sunday Ticket package
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iOS 16.2 is out with a raft of new features, including Advanced Data Protection in the US, the Freeform app, HomeKit architecture changes, and more. Also, Zac and Benjamin praise the incomparable-yet-discontinued OG HomePod, Tesla cars get Apple Music and there’s rumors of an OLED MacBook Air coming in 2024.
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Read More- Twitter free speech enthusiast suspends journalists, blocks Mastodon links, closes Spaces
- New MacBook Air with 15.5-inch display rumored for spring 2023 launch
- iOS 16.2 patches over a dozen security vulnerabilities, iOS 15.7.2 also available with fixes
- watchOS 9.2 now available for Apple Watch; here’s everything new
- How to enable ‘More Frequent Updates’ for Live Activities in iOS 16.2
- iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via satellite rolls out to United Kingdom, France, Germany and Ireland today
- Advanced Data Protection is a win for Apple and users alike [Comment]
- MacBook Air and iPad Pro with OLED displays still planned for 2024, report says
- Apple now selling HomePod mini in Sweden and more countries
- Uber and Uber Eats now rolling out Live Activities for the Lock Screen and iPhone 14 Pro’s Dynamic Island
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Chance Miller joins Zac and Benjamin to discuss all of Apple’s surprise announcements from the past week, including Apple Music Sing karaoke mode, new privacy and security features such as iCloud Advanced Data Protection, and new App Store price point options. Also in the headlines is a big — if unsurprising — change to the ambitions for the long-rumored Apple Car project.
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Read More- The FBI isn’t happy with Apple’s expansion of end-to-end encryption for iCloud
- Apple’s mixed reality ambitions may include both xrOS and realityOS for future products
- Apple confirms that it has stopped plans to roll out CSAM detection system
- Apple drops iOS 16.2 RC with upgrades to end-to-end encryption, Apple Music Sing, and more
- Apple debuts Advanced Data Protection to bring end-to-end encryption to Messages in iCloud, Photos, device backups, much more
- Apple announces physical Security Key support for Apple ID two-factor, new iMessage verification technology
- MarsEdit 5 lands on the Mac with quick and easy micropost blogging and Markdown highlighting
- Tim Cook introduces TSMC Arizona factory: ‘These chips can be proudly stamped Made in America’
- Apple Car on track for 2026 release, under $100K price, custom chip, and no full self-driving at launch
- App Store subscriptions can now cost up to $10,000 (or as low as 29¢)
- Apple reveals new karaoke-like ‘Apple Music Sing’ feature launching this month
- Report: Apple advances plans to diversify supply chain outside of China
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Benjamin and Zac react to the double-180 Elon Musk pulled on Apple this week. Mastodon gains steam, with Tapbots announcing plans to launch a Tweetbot-like client. Zac reflects on the Apple Watch Ultra, after spending some time with a Series 8. Apple Music Replay has been overhauled for 2022 and Apple TV+ has some cool new premieres coming up next.
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Read More- Elon Musk says Twitter not at risk of removal from iPhone App Store, following meeting with Tim Cook
- Skiers accidentally setting off iPhone 14 Crash Detection, dispatcher says to leave the feature on
- Elon thanks Tim Cook for tour of ‘Apple’s beautiful HQ’ as Twitter Blue on pause to avoid 30% App Store fee
- Spotify launches Wrapped 2022 with ‘listening personality’ test alongside your favorite music
- Apple Music Replay 2022 is here: How to find your top songs, artists, albums, and more
- Apple Podcasts Award winner is ‘Slow Burn’, for history of Roe v. Wade
- Apple Music Replay overhauled for 2022 with animated highlight reel of your favorite songs and artists
- Apple made up 4% of Twitter revenue in Q1 as biggest ad buyer; recent estimates show change
- Apple unveils 2022 App Store Awards, highlighting ‘cultural impact’ and ‘abundant possibilities’
- Oceanic+ app for Apple Watch Ultra: How to get, price, features, more
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iPhone 15 rumors are in full force; titanium redesign perchance? Zac and Benjamin talk about this year’s Apple holiday ad, the latest developments in the Twitter saga, and what exactly is going on with Apple Music Classical? Also, Benjamin reviews HomeKit Secure Video experience using the Eve Outdoor Camera.
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Read More- Apple’s Black Friday Shopping Event is kicking off around the world; here are the details
- When is Apple Music Classical launching?
- Review: AirPods Max are as important for music to me now as the iPod was [U: November 2022]
- Yes, Phil Schiller deleted his Twitter account; no, Apple has not removed its tweets
- iPhone 15 design to feature titanium case, may have iPhone 5C-style rounded back – leaker
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro: What the early rumors say about new features
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Benjamin and Zac break down everything new in the world of Apple this week, including changes to AirDrop in China, the launch of Emergency SOS via satellite in the US, new Always-On display features in iOS 16.2, and the announcement of MLS Season Pass for Apple TV.
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Read More- Apple Watch can help spot another life-threatening heart condition, Mayo Clinic study reveals
- Kuo: iPhone 15 Pro with USB-C to offer major boost in data transfer speeds
- Apple tests ‘Rapid Security Response’ update on iOS 16.2 beta
- iOS 16.2 public beta now available with new Always-On display features
- MLS Season Pass will cost $14.99 month or $99/season, discounted price available for Apple TV+ subscribers
- Hands-on: Here’s what it’s actually like to use iPhone 14’s new satellite connectivity features
- Emergency SOS via satellite available today; UK, France, Germany, Ireland next month
- New features still coming to watchOS 9 and Apple Watch Series 8, Ultra, and more
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Benjamin gives some hands-on impressions with the new Apple TV 4K. Hey Siri changes are rumored, and iOS 16.2 beta includes a whole new user interface with Custom Accessibility Mode. Plus, Zac got a Trail Loop for his Apple Watch Ultra, and takes a look at the status quo of streaming live sports.
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Read More- iPhone production crisis in China will see Foxconn quadruple workforce in India
- China’s COVID-19 outbreaks worsen, with another manufacturing hub under lockdown
- iOS 16.2 beta 2: Here’s every new feature and change
- This Apple Watch Ultra band takes weeks to ship, but you can find it sooner
- Apple wants to change the ‘Hey Siri’ trigger command to just ‘Siri’
- Apple TV 4K officially launches; delays and shortages impacting availability
- Apple News integration appears in Weather app on iOS 16.2 beta with relevant regional stories
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Following some insightful comments on Apple earnings, the consensus now is to not expect any new M2 Macs to arrive before the end of the year. Benjamin and Zac also discuss 16-inch iPad rumors for 2023, the possibility of solid state volume buttons for iPhone 15, Apple surprises us all with a major revamp to iCloud.com, and — finally — Elon Musk has acquired Twitter.
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Read More- Apple TV app now hides ‘Up Next’ row, making it harder to find what you want to watch
- 2023 iPhone models to keep using Qualcomm’s 5G modem
- Apple slashes budgets and implements broad hiring freeze, report claims
- Apple TV 4K is solving the ‘Match Content’ screen blackout problem with a new tvOS update
- Apple TV 4K reviews: The best streaming box gets better (and cheaper)
- Elon’s latest business innovation for Twitter is to charge $8/month for verification and other benefits
- Twitter chaos continues: 84-hour weeks, moderation frozen, ad-free articles gone
- Apple supercycle predicted as iPhone 14, Mac, and Apple Watch attract switchers
- Apple pushes new MacBook Pro and Mac mini updates to 2023, report says
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The App Store ads expansion faces backlash, but it’s unclear whether Apple cares. iOS 16.2 beta gives us our first look at Freeform app. Moreover, macOS Ventura is released to the public — Zac and Benjamin share their hands-on with Stage Manager. And, we also discuss the surprise price hikes to Apple Music and Apple TV+.
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Read More- Apple surpasses 900 million paid subscribers as Services revenue increases 5% YoY
- Apple temporarily halts showing ads for gambling apps on App Store product pages following developer complaints
- Apollo for Reddit now lets users follow thread comments with Live Activities
- iOS 16.2 beta introduces new architecture to the Home app for a more reliable experience
- Stage Manager on Mac: Hands-on with the new multitasking UI in macOS Ventura [Video]
- Flighty update adds Live Activity to track your current flight status, including Dynamic Island integration on iPhone 14 Pro
- macOS Ventura now available for Mac users with Camera Continuity and Stage Manager
- iPadOS 16.1 now available: Stage Manager, iMessage editing, display scaling, more
- iOS 16.1 now rolling out, here are the full release notes
- Apple is raising the price of Apple Music, Apple TV+ and Apple One from today
- M2 iPad Pro reviews: Much like the M1 model, only a handful of people need it
- 10th-gen iPad reviews: A long-awaited update, but maybe not the best buy
- Jony Ive successor Evans Hankey leaving Apple, no new design lead named yet
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Zac and Benjamin discuss everything from this week’s Take Note not-event event, including the redesigned 10th-generation iPad, iPad Pro update with M2, and the new Apple TV 4K. There’s also some rumors about purported iris tracking for the Apple headset, and an annoyance with the focal distance on the iPhone 14 Pro.
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Read More- M2 iPad Pro vs iPad Air: What do you gain or give up?
- M2 iPad Pro and iPad 10 orders ‘Preparing to Ship’ ahead of official launch next week
- M2 iPad Pro vs M1 iPad Pro: What’s changed?
- 2015 Apple TV HD no longer sold by Apple following new Apple TV 4K announcement
- Apple TV’s new Siri Remote comes with USB-C, but you need to buy a cable separately
- iPadapalooza: Weird choices Apple is making for its new iPads
- Apple TV 4K price drops to new low, but you’ll have to pay up if you want Thread support in your Home hub
- New iPad Pro offers clever ‘hover’ feature for Apple Pencil, here’s how it works
- New $449 iPad doesn’t work with Apple Pencil 2, requires dongle to charge first-gen Pencil
- macOS Ventura to be released to all users on October 24
- iPad 9 still available for $329 as new iPad 10 sees price hike to $449
- Apple debuts Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad with detachable two-part design, trackpad, function keys
- Apple announces new Apple TV 4K with A15 Bionic chip and HDR10+ support
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Zac gives his first round of hands-on thoughts with the Apple Watch Ultra. Apple launches a new Ask Apple Q&A series for developers, as well as a bunch of TV+ news to discuss. And take note, Apple has changed how it refers to its laptops.
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Read More- Apple Music and Apple TV apps coming to Windows PCs next year, as Windows 11 Photos app integrates iCloud
- ‘Ask Apple’ launches as the company’s newest support series for developers
- Dating app ‘Bantr’ from Ted Lasso becomes real, Jony Ive adds Apple TV+ producer to résumé
- Apple ‘notebooks’ become ‘laptops’ in sweeping Mac branding change
- Holiday Peanuts specials will not air on PBS this year, streaming exclusively on Apple TV+ alongside new festive originals
- Report: Apple to start selling video ad inventory next year, possibly for ad-supported TV+ tier
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On his birthday, Zac gives his hands-on review of the new AirPods Pro 2. New software betas brings a cool new screensaver for the Mac and some less-welcome changes to the Dynamic Island. iPhone 14 Plus launches and the smart home standard Matter officially hits a 1.0 release.
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Read More- First iPhone 14 Plus pre-orders begin arriving to buyers
- Apple reminds customers about iPhone 14 Plus availability, in stores tomorrow
- iPhone 14 Plus reviews: Great battery life within a familiar hardware
- Ventura adds dynamic wallpaper and new screensaver as macOS 13 readies for release
- Apple isn’t selling its own lanyard for AirPods Pro 2; here are some other options
- Apple reportedly agrees to TSMC chip price increase after saying it wouldn’t
- iOS 16.1 beta 4 now available as public release quickly approaches
- Apple-backed Matter smart home standard officially launches as iOS 16.1 adds support
- USB-C iPhone will be a legal requirement in Europe by 2024, as law finally passes
- Apple presses on with Will Smith film ‘Emancipation,’ theatrical and TV+ release set
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Benjamin and Zac have more to say about the iPhone 14 Pro, with another week of usage under their belts. They also dissect what’s new in the iOS 16.1 beta including the policy changes surrounding Stage Manager on iPad. There’s also rumors about the hardware products we expect to see before the end of the year, and whether they’ll arrive via an October media event or press release.
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Read More- Tim Cook picks up a Master’s degree in Innovation and International Management while in Italy
- Apple Watch Ultra tested in the Scottish Highlands with 61-mile hike and beautiful views
- iPhone 14 Pro camera: It passed the travel photography test with flying colors [Diary]
- iOS 16.1 public beta 3 now available with Stage Manager for more iPad Pro models
- Tim Cook travels through Europe to visit ‘Ted Lasso’ cast, pet dogs, drink beer, and more
- Apple Music Classical app references again spotted in iOS code, as deadline approaches
- iOS 16.1 to feature ‘Satellite Connection Demo’ for iPhone 14 users
- AirPods Pro 2 scans reveal potential hidden purpose of new lanyard loop
- iOS 16.1 beta 3 now lets users switch between wallpaper sets in the Settings app
- Apple expands Stage Manager to non-M1 iPads, removes external display support from all models
- Apple Watch Ultra impresses in durability, Depth app, and battery life testing
- Gurman: 15-inch MacBook Air, new Mac Pro, updated HomePod, and more expected for 2023
- iPhone users continue to complain of battery life issues after installing iOS 16
- Gurman: Upcoming Apple product announcements could come as press releases, not an October Event
- Hands-on with Apple Watch Ultra: First impressions and gallery
- While Apple chases NFL Sunday Ticket deal, Apple Music is announced as the new sponsor of the Super Bowl halftime show
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Benjamin and Zac give their hands-on impressions with all the new features of the iPhone 14 Pro, including the Dynamic Island, Always-On Display and new camera system. We also discuss some of the launch-day bugs going around, test Apple Wallet Order tracking, and the surprising internal design change to the iPhone 14 that helps with repairability.
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Read More- Apple releases iOS 16.0.2 to fix iPhone 14 Pro camera shake bug, copy and paste permission, more
- iOS 16.1 beta 2 no longer wants your permission to paste every single time
- Halide adds iPhone 14 Pro support for 48MP images, new depth capture features, more
- iPhone 14 Pro: This camera has range [Gallery]
- iPhone 14 internal redesign significantly reduces cost of cracked back glass repairs
- How Apple could expand iPhone 14 Pro’s Dynamic Island to Apple Pay, notifications, more
- Apple executive confirms incessant iOS 16 clipboard paste permission prompts are a bug
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Benjamin and Zac both have some stories to tell about their ordering experiences last Friday. Plus, iOS 9 and watchOS 9 are now available to the public and we recap all the significant features of Apple’s new operating systems. The beta train doesn’t stop with iOS 16.1 beta 1 also being available … and the first round of iPhone 14 reviews are out!
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Read More- iOS 16 now available: Lock Screen customization, iMessage edit/undo send, much more
- Best trade-in values following iPhone 14 launch + 10% cash bonus
- How to pair a new or existing Apple Watch with your new iPhone [New process]
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- Apple Watch Series 8 and SE 2 reviews: Body-temperature sensor explained, software features praised
- Travel photographer Austin Mann puts iPhone 14 Pro’s new 48MP camera to the test
- iOS 16.1 beta brings battery percentage indicator to more iPhones
- Live Activities API returns with iOS 16.1 beta 1, here’s how it works
- iPhone users adopting iOS 16 faster than iOS 15
- iPhone 14 reviews: Spend more for the iPhone 14 Pro, or less for the iPhone 13
- iPhone 14 Pro: Here are all the apps and features the Dynamic Island works with at launch
- iOS 16 can instantly remove the background from any image, here’s how
- Apple Watch Ultra battery tidbits: mAh capacity and LTE impact
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It’s that time again, for the analysis of the big event of the year. Benjamin and Zac talk about everything announced at the Apple September 2022 event, including iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch Ultra, and the new AirPods Pro. Far out.
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Read More- iPhone 14 vs iPhone 14 Pro: Which should you buy?
- AirPods Pro 2 vs AirPods Pro, AirPods 2/3: How the lineup compares
- iPhone 14 sales: Apple expects 85% of early buyers to opt for a Pro model – report
- iPhone 14 Pro: An in-depth look at how Dynamic Island works with apps, animations, more
- Apple Watch Ultra vs Series 8, SE: In-depth comparison of the new lineup
- iPhone 14 Pro hands-on: New colors, Dynamic Island in action, and more [Videos]
- Hands-on: Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra
- Tim Cook, Jony Ive, and Laurene Powell Jobs talk Steve Jobs’s legacy, Tesla design, and much more
- Laurene Powell Jobs, Jony Ive, Tim Cook, and others team up to launch the ‘Steve Jobs Archive’
- Tim Cook explains why Apple refuses to adopt RCS: ‘Buy your mom an iPhone’
- Apple event: The full recap on iPhone 14, Apple Watch Ultra, and much more
- iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via satellite feature to be powered by Globalstar
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Zac and Benjamin get hyped for next week’s Apple event, and discuss all the last-minute expectations for the iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 and maybe the Apple Watch Pro too.
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Read More- Gurman: iPhone 14 Pro notch replacement ‘looks like one wide pill shaped cutout’
- iPhone 14 Plus: Adding more evidence to the case we won’t get ‘iPhone 14 Max’
- iPhone 14 Plus might actually be the name of the iPhone 14 Max
- Apple Watch Series 8 release date: Here’s what to expect
- Will Apple hide the iPhone 14 hole punch notch in software?
- iPhone 14 price increase may be lower than expected, starting at $749 – TrendForce
- Apple Watch SE 2: Everything we know so far
- This iPhone 14 color lineup has us hyped for Apple’s September event next week
- Apple Watch Series 8 Pro: What will the new premium model actually be named?
- Prosser: Next-generation iPhone SE to have same form factor as iPhone XR
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Benjamin and Chance break down this week’s Apple’s news including the announcement of the iPhone 14 event, set for September 7. Also, Cook, Ive, and Laurene Powell-Jobs will appear at the Code Conference the day before. Also, Apple officially announced the iPadOS 16 delay and launched the Self-Service Repair Program for the Mac.
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Read More- Is there any room for Apple’s rumored AR/VR headset at the September 7 event?
- Does Apple’s ‘Far out’ invite artwork hint at iPhone 14 features? Here are some guesses
- iOS 16 beta 7 now available as Apple wraps up final development
- iPhone 14 in-person event confirmed for September 7: ‘Far out’
- iFixit: Self Repair Program actually makes M1 MacBooks less repairable
- iOS 16.1 to let users delete Wallet app amid antitrust concerns over Apple Pay
- Tim Cook, Jony Ive, and Laurene Powell Jobs will be interviewed at CodeCon 2022 event
- Apple confirms delay in iPadOS 16 release, first 16.1 beta now available to developers
- Apple’s Self Service Repair store goes live with M1 MacBook replacement parts
- Sketchy rumor: iPad 10 could feature Touch ID in top button, relocated FaceTime camera
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Apple seems to want to shove more ads down our throats. Benjamin and Zac discuss the careful line Apple must walk to not lose customers at the expense of infinite revenue growth. Also, iOS 16 beta 6 is out as Apple heads to weekly beta cycle ahead of an expected iPhone 14 event on September 7. Plus, Zac finally had a chance to try out Stage Manager and put it through its paces.
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Read More- Bloomberg: iPhone 14 event slated for September 7, release on September 16
- Report: iPhone 14 Pro price increase could be $100, offset by more storage
- watchOS 9 beta 6 is now available to developers and public testers
- Apple sets new deadline for corporate employees to return to the office three days a week
- iOS 16 beta 6 gives users more control over battery percentage in Low Power Mode
- iOS 16 beta 6 now available as Apple finalizes features ahead of September launch
- Report: Apple wants to triple its revenue from ads business, likely expanding Search Ads to Maps app
- Apple September event: iPhone 14, Apple Watch Series 8, iOS 16 release date, and more.
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Benjamin and Zac discuss all the new features and changes in iOS 16 beta 5, including the new battery percentage option. Also, the iPhone 14 Pro is rumored to get more expensive, and the 2022 iPad Pro might have a new 4-port connector.
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Read More- The good news about Apple’s rumored iPhone 14 Pro price hike
- Bloomberg: Apple tells suppliers to make at least 90 million iPhone 14 units
- Here’s everything we know so far about the 2022 iPad Pro
- Apple expands original podcasts investment as it hunts for compelling stories to adapt into TV+ shows
- Kuo: iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max to get more expensive
- NASA is sending an iPad around the moon to help test Alexa in space
- Third iOS 16 public beta now available with new battery percentage icon, more
- Kuo: iPhone 14 series not facing impacts on supply chain as mass production and shipment schedule are on track
- Apple and Kim Kardashian collaborate on unique Beats Fit Pro line
- Kuo: AirPods to switch to USB-C for charging alongside iPhone 15 in 2023
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- Rumor: 2022 iPad Pro to feature two new ‘four-pin connectors’ for accessories
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Benjamin and Zac catch up on Apple’s quarterly earnings results from last week, and bemoan the ongoing expansion of Apple’s ad business. iPadOS 16 will also reportedly be delayed until October for the first time. There are also iOS 16 always-on display leaks and Apple Studio Display woes to discuss.
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Read More- Apple Studio Display firmware 15.5 drops amid speaker problem complaints
- Rumored 10th-generation iPad schematics show new rear camera module design, flat edge chassis, no headphone jack?
- Apple delaying iPadOS 16 release to October; iOS 16 still expected in September
- Hiring trends indicate Apple plans to significantly expand its ads business
- AAPL investors need to see inside the company’s “$70 billion black box,” say analysts
- Apple preps Android switchers for iPhone 14 with new explainer video
- $50 gift card with Apple TV purchase promotion available again at the US Apple Store, also launches in other countries
- Apple overhauls iPhone checkout experience with larger images, focus on trade-ins, more
- Apple expanding App Store ads from search to ‘Today’ tab and more
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Benjamin and Zac analyze the new changes in iOS 16 beta 4, and recall some recent positive SharePlay experiences. There’s even more new info on the Apple Watch Pro, and we have doubts about the state of the augmented reality businesses in big tech and new startups.
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Read More- iOS 16 beta 4 reduces time limit for unsending iMessages, adds new edit log
- iOS 16 Live Activities API now available with beta 4 for developers to try it out
- CarPlay wallpaper options expand in iOS 16 beta 4, download images here
- iOS 16 adds new wallpapers for the Home app, and you can download them here
- Heads Up! for iPhone and iPad
- Netflix rolling out external subscription button for iOS users
- Gurman: Apple Watch Pro to feature a redesign and larger display, new sensors delayed
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This week, Benjamin and Zac break down Apple’s continued success at getting TV+ awards, and some new Apple Music initiatives. Plus, Zac gets his hands on with the brilliant — completely controversy unencumbered — new MacBook Air.
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- Apple to cut spending and hiring on select teams in response to economic slowdown
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This week, Jony Ive says goodbye to Apple for the second time. Apple releases iOS 16 beta 3 for the second time, and we talk about the rumored bigger Apple Watch for the second time in as many weeks. Benjamin and Zac also discuss a really interesting report from The Information about the progress of the Apple Car project.
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Read More- James Webb Space Telescope’s first color image unveiled by NASA – Space Explored
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- Gurman: Rugged Apple Watch could be branded ‘Pro’ and replace Edition
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Zac has COVID-19. But Apple has cool stuff to discuss, including hands-on with iCloud Shared Photo Library, Lockdown mode and other changes in iOS 16 beta 3, a bigger Apple Watch screen rumor and TV+ sports rumors continue to swirl.
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- iOS 16 beta 3 includes clownfish wallpaper from original iPhone
- iPhone Lockdown Mode coming in iOS 16 to protect against targeted cyber attacks, here’s how it works
- MKBHD Easter egg latest clue to suggest 2022 MacBook Air pre-orders will start on Friday
- Apple Music giving away free Beats Flex earphones to new student subscribers
- Gurman: Apple Watch Series 8 to feature body temperature sensor (as long as it passes internal tests)
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Buyers of the 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro have discovered that the base model’s SSD speeds are slower than the M1 counterpart. Benjamin and Zac weigh in on whether this is a big deal or not. Plus, the story around iPadOS 16 and home hubs gets even more complicated. There are also juicy new rumors surrounding the upcoming HomePod and Apple TV updates, Apple has apparently delayed plans to introduce its own in-house modems in the iPhone, and more.
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Read More- Apple increases iPhone 13 prices in Japan ahead of iPhone 14 launch this fall
- Should anyone actually buy the new M2 MacBook Pro?
- iFixit teardown shows M2 MacBook Pro is just a recycled laptop with a new chip inside
- Apple 5G chip problem in iPhone 15 is likely legal, not technical
- iOS 16 Home app: Hands-on with the overhauled HomeKit experience [Video]
- Apple says iPad can still be a home hub in iOS 16, as long as the new HomeKit features don’t Matter to you
- Kuo: Apple in-house 5G modem faces development woes, will use Qualcomm chips for iPhone 15
- Apple TV 4K (2022): Rumors, release date, features, Siri Remote, more
- Apple Watch Series 8 rumored to feature new Low Power Mode
- A new full-size HomePod could be a hit, as long as Apple doesn’t overthink it
- US Supreme Court puts Apple vs Qualcomm battle to rest (for now)
- Entry-level M2 MacBook Pro has a slower SSD than M1 model
- AirPods Pro 2: Design, features, release date, price, more
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Benjamin and Zac discuss all the features and changes in iOS 16 beta 2, as well as a grab bag of other iOS 16 stuff including a brand new video player. Plus, Apple announced a major sports deal with Major League Soccer.
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Read More- Difference between MacBook Air and Pro: How the redesigned lightweight MacBook stacks up
- First M2 MacBook Pro orders now arriving to customers around the world.
- AirPods Max beta confirms higher quality Bluetooth codec, here’s what that means for AirPods Pro 2
- Everything new with the redesigned iOS 16 video player
- iOS 16 beta 2 now resends edited messages to users running previous versions of iOS
- iOS 16 beta 2: Here’s everything new on iPhone and iPad
- Is Apple’s new dual USB-C compact power adapter worth the price?
- This new iOS 16 feature will rid the web of pesky CAPTCHA verification puzzles
- Apple announces exclusive streaming deal for all Major League Soccer games, separate subscription required
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Benjamin and Zac discuss the exciting rumors about the introduction of a 15-inch MacBook Air, the return of a 12-inch MacBook, and big HomePod. Apple has finally settled its complaints with the Netherlands (for now) … and Zac gives his hands-on impressions of his new Mac Studio.
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Read More- The M2 era officially begins: New MacBook Pro now available to order
- OLED MacBook Air and iPad Pro planned for 2024, report says
- Here’s why watchOS 9 changes how to turn off water lock and sleep mode features
- iPadOS 16 code confirms Apple has internal mode to enable Stage Manager on older iPads
- First M2 benchmarks show speed boost over original M1 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro
- Kuo: 15-inch MacBook could feature M2 and M2 Pro options without Air brand, 12-inch return uncertain
- iPad Air 5 base model lacks memory swap despite being a requirement for Stage Manager
- Exclusive: New entry-level iPad to pack A14 chip, 5G, and USB-C connectivity
- Young: 14″ iPad to feature LED panel, ProMotion unlikely, scheduled for early next year
- Stage Manager controversy won’t go away, and Apple can still fix it
- Apple again updates App Store guidelines to comply with Dutch government requirements
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Benjamin and Zac break down all the announcements from Apple’s WWDC 2022 keynote with this bumper episode covering what’s new in iOS 16, watchOS 9, macOS Ventura, iPadOS 16 and more. This week’s event also saw the unveiling of the second-generation of Apple Silicon with the M2 chip powering a brand new MacBook Air.
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Read More WWDC 2022- WWDC 2022 News Hub and Live Blog: iOS 16, macOS 13, new MacBook Air, more
- WWDC 2022 keynote replay now available on Apple’s website and YouTube
- Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak talk iOS 16, CarPlay, more in ‘The Talk Show’ interview
- Apple debuts iOS 16 with customizable lock screen, Messages updates, more
- iOS 16 Messages app adds iMessage edit button, undo send, mark unread
- Apple Pay Later lets you pay in installments, directly in Wallet app, inc 0% interest
- iCloud Shared Photo Library debuts on iOS 16 to help share family photos with ease
- These are the iPhone models supported by iOS 16
- New parental controls come to iOS 16 update
- CarPlay features that are actually coming in iOS 16
- Safety Check in iOS 16 promotes user safety for those at risk from domestic violence
- Here’s how to use Personalized Spatial Audio for AirPods on iOS 16
- watchOS 9 features four new watch faces, advanced fitness and sleep tracking features, more
- Apple’s iOS 16 and watchOS 9 bring awesome animating Earth and Moon wallpapers and watch faces - Space Explored
- Apple Watch Series 3 still being sold by Apple for now despite losing watchOS 9 support
- AFib History is the quiet beginning of a huge Apple Health revolution
- Apple announces M2 chip, the next generation of Apple Silicon for Macs
- Apple unveils new MacBook Air: M2 chip, case redesign, new midnight blue color, display notch
- Entry-level MacBook Pro announced with M2 chip, Touch Bar, Thunderbolt ports
- Apple unveils new dual USB-C 35W power adapter
- MacBook Air redesign shown off in hands-on shots from WWDC 2022
- 2022 MacBook Air tidbits: Display limitations, Thunderbolt specs, BTO options, more
- M1 versus M2 chip: Here’s everything we know so far
- macOS Ventura adds more continuity features between Mac, iPhone, and iPad
- macOS 13 Ventura: These are the Macs that will support the new operating system
- These macOS Ventura features are exclusive to Apple Silicon-powered Macs
- Apple Mail modernizes with several new features in macOS Ventura and iOS 16
- iPadOS 16 brings multitasking improvements, new lock screen, Weather app, more
- WWDC 2022: iPadOS 16 finally brings the Weather app to the iPad
- Apple gaming updates bring AAA games to some users
- iPad Pro Diary: Stage Manager looks great, but it’s a very expensive upgrade
- iPadOS 16: These are the new features exclusive to M1 iPads
- tvOS 16 beta 1 with enhanced cross-device connectivity now available to developers
- Apple forgot about tvOS 16, but here’s everything new
- HomePod Software 16 will be available to public beta users for the first time
- References to unreleased HomePod model found in iOS 16 beta
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Benjamin and Zac break down what they want to see from Apple’s 2022 WWDC conference. There’s rumors abound for the next generation of Apple platforms, including lock screen widgets coming to iOS 16. We go through some of our hopes and dreams, before our wishes are brought back to (augmented?) reality next week.
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Read More- Another report corroborates that only iPhone 14 Pro models will get new A16 chip
- Shanghai COVID-19 lockdowns see Apple move some iPad production to Vietnam for the first time
- Swift Student Challenge winners show off WWDC 22 swag and free AirPods Pro
- Apple promotes community events for developers attending WWDC 2022 keynote
- iOS 16 features: Here’s what we know so far ahead of WWDC
- Feature Request: iOS 16 should give Low Power Battery pop-up the volume HUD overhaul
- iPadOS 16 to bring ‘redesigned multitasking interface,’ Bloomberg reports
- Feature request: Apple Watch should have a better low power mode
- Apple cites $1.5 billion in App Store fraud prevention in latest push against regulators
- Apple’s mixed reality headset is a slow-burn project, so a tease at WWDC is possible
- Kuo: Apple’s mixed reality headset unlikely to be announced at WWDC 2022
- New MacBook Air imminent? Current inventory only M1 Mac with delayed shipping
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The Information posts a lengthy feature on the development of the Apple mixed reality headset, which could be publicly announced soon as Bloomberg reports Apple has recently demoed the device to its board of directors. Benjamin and Zac also wish for an iCloud-aware Time Machine backup solution, discuss the new Pride Band and watch face, and look at the latest announcements regarding Apple’s in-person WWDC event.
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Read More- Hands-on with special edition Apple Watch Sport Loop Pride bands
- Apple Developer update to include WWDC 2022 session videos, digital lounges, more
- WWDC 2022 in-person attendees granted special access to tour Apple Park hills, fitness center, or Caffè Macs
- Latest Apple Watch Pride bands and faces shown off in early hands-on
- Apple giving AirPods Pro to Swift Challenge winners along with WWDC22 outerwear and pin set
- Apple confirms full WWDC 2022 schedule and keynote for June 6: ‘Swiftly approaching’
- Dinosaur docuseries Prehistoric Planet arrives on Apple TV+
- Everything we know so far about a new HomePod model
- Making sense of the latest rumors about Apple’s looming AR and Mixed Reality headsets
- iCloud Photos backups are discouraged by design, and that’s a dangerous problem for users
- New HomePod launching in late 2022 or early 2023, says Kuo
- Apple’s mixed reality headset challenges from Jony Ive to battery life, heat, cost, and lack of discipline
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iOS 16 rumors are heating up, including Apple pre-announcing some accessibility-focused features that will inevitably arrive with iOS 16’s release later this year. Benjamin and Zac also discuss reports that a cheaper Apple TV is in development, interesting updates to Apple Podcasts, and hands-on with the game-changing Apple Studio Display firmware update.
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Read More- Apple releases first iOS 15.6 and macOS 12.5 public beta for testing
- Apple promoting accessibility features for iOS users that anyone can take advantage of
- Apple releases iOS 15.6 beta 1 to developers as iOS 16 announcement looms
- Apple celebrates Accessibility Awareness Day with Fitness+, live sessions, shortcut suggestions, more
- Apple now lets apps charge increased prices for auto-renewable subscriptions with limits
- iOS 15.5 expands Communication Safety in Messages to these countries
- Rumor: iOS 16 public beta 1 expected later than usual due to ‘buggy’ software
- Apple releases macOS 12.4 with new Podcasts features and separate Studio Display webcam fix
- Apple TV+ releases trailer for season 3 of For All Mankind, premiering June 10
- Kuo: USB-C AirPods and other Apple accessories coming alongside iPhone 15
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Zac tries out an Oculus Quest 2, a high-profile machine learning exec quits over Apple’s work from home policy, the iPhone might finally go to USB-C next year, and Apple discontinues the iPod for good.
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Read More- Apple director of machine learning departs over return to in-person work policy
- Apple restructuring Services team to focus more on streaming and advertising businesses
- Gurman: Apple has explored ‘Instacart-like service’ with Health app integration
- Netflix hopes to launch ad-supported tier and crack down on password sharing this year
- Apple TV+ film Emancipation reportedly moving to 2023 release after Will Smith slap incident
- Report: Apple planning new colors for AirPods Max alongside AirPods Pro 2 launch this fall
- Apple discontinues iPod touch, ending 20 year run of iconic ‘iPod’ brand
- Memories of the iPod: A device that transformed our relationship to music
- iPod touch is now completely sold out in the US Apple Online Store
- USB-C iPhone 15 in the works, claims Kuo, following supply-chain survey
- Bloomberg backs report that iPhone 15 may switch to USB-C charging port next year
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Zac has read the new book on Apple and Jony Ive, ‘After Steve’. We break down the intriguing anecdotes shared about Ive, Cook, Forstall and others as well as our opinion on the book as a whole. Plus, in the news, Apple Pay is in the sights of the EU competition commission and Apple commits to supporting the FIDO standards for passwordless authentication.
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Read More- Apple shares criteria for removing ‘abandoned’ software from App Store, extending response window
- Dutch watchdog considers Apple actions ‘insufficient’ on App Store payment system policies on dating apps
- EU announces preliminary view that Apple abused dominant market position for Apple Pay by restricting access to NFC chip
- ‘After Steve’ book review and tidbits: Forstall friction, Apple Car origin, Jony’s exit
- The final years of Jony Ive at Apple: relationship with Tim Cook, Apple Watch vision, and burnout to come
- Apple, Google, and Microsoft to extend support for FIDO ‘passwordless’ sign-in
- WWDC 2022 guests will be the first to see the new Developer Center at Apple Park
- Apple opening submissions for in-person WWDC 2022 application next week
- Apple Music now available on Roku streaming devices, smart TVs
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The long-awaited Studio Display firmware update is out to fix all the problems with the webcam — or so some would believe — and Apple debuted the new Self Service Repair Store. Benjamin and Zac also discuss the newest developments with Apple Pay Cash, the App Store old app purge, and more.
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Read More- Apple Cash replaces Discover with Visa for new virtual debit card accounts
- EU set to announce new anticompetitive charges against Apple, targeting dominance of Apple Pay in iPhone
- Apple now removing outdated apps from the App Store, developers complain
- Apple-funded study claims App Store Search ads business doesn’t benefit from App Tracking Transparency rules
- Apple releases Studio Display Firmware 15.5 beta for developers, webcam fixes included
- Here’s how to update the Apple Studio Display and improve your webcam quality
- Studio Display webcam complaints are fair, but the importance is being overblown
- Apple Self Service Repair store now available, allowing customers to repair their own iPhones for the first time
- iFixit praises Apple Self Service Repair program, but says it falls short of Right to Repair goals
- Here’s where to download Apple’s official iPhone repair manuals for free
- Apple beats estimates with record Q2 earnings: $97.3 billion revenue
- Apple services subscribers grow 25% to new high of 825 million
- AAPL Q3 2022 will be tough, says company, for five reasons
- Could the iPhone 14 lineup mark the return of the ‘Plus’ branding?
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Benjamin and Zac start off by discussing the surprising firmware update for the MagSafe Battery Pack. Then, we continue to wish for Apple to bring back the big HomePod. The Information claims that Apple’s strict stance on user privacy is inhibiting feature development. And finally, there’s a handful of iPhone 14 rumors to digest.
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Read More- Apple actively planning to expand supply chain locations after lockdown strains reliance on China
- Apple MagSafe Battery Pack can now charge your iPhone faster – Here’s how to update
- The original HomePod’s demise is a slow and sad one (despite appreciating value)
- Kuo doubles down on ‘high-end’ iPhone 16 models with under-display Face ID
- Netflix blames 100M users without paid accounts for revenue and subscriber drop
- iPhone 14 camera upgrades coming for FaceTime and more, predicts Kuo
- Report: NFL Sunday Ticket ‘Apple’s to lose,’ deal could already be done behind the scenes
- Case schematics show entire iPhone 14 lineup, no mini model, three cameras exclusive to Pro models
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