MacBreak Weekly (Video)

MBW 929: Honkin' Down Their Snorkel - DS_store, Epic Games App, Surface ARM Laptops

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 17:00:00 PDT

Apple finally approves the Epic Games marketplace app after Epic Games calls out Apple. Do the new Microsoft Surface ARM laptops outperform Apple's MacBooks? Be careful when considering stealing campaign posters; they might have an AirTag in them. And could a HomePod with a touchscreen display be coming?

Jony Ive shaped the iPhone. These are the songs that shaped him.
On the origins of DS_store.
Apple okays Epic Games marketplace app in Europe.
Russia says Apple blocks 25 VPN apps in Russia, IFX reports.
Microsoft Surface ARM laptops beat MacBook Air – but not MacBook Pro.
Sign Snatchers beware, that campaign poster might have an AirTag.
Tim Cook talks Apple Vision Pro as spatial computing goes down under.
First teaser revealed for Apple Original Films' movie 'F1'.
Touchscreen-ready interface hidden in tvOS beta amid rumors of HomePod with display.

Picks of the Week:

Alex's Pick: Monoprice 8x8 Matrix
Andy's Pick: Affinity Designer, Photo, and Publisher 2 6-month Trial
Jason's Pick: KUXIU X36 Pro MAX iPad Magnetic Charging Stand

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

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MBW 928: Hey, At Least They're Reading - EU Commissioner, CocoaPods, Apple TV+

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 16:00:00 PDT

The European Competition Commissioner says that Apple is showing anticompetitive behavior by withholding the release of its AI system in Europe. iOS and macOS Apps are exposed to supply chain attacks through critical flaws in CocoaPods. Happy Repair Independence Day! And Apple TV+ is growing in the US, overtaking Paramount+.

EU Competition Commissioner says Apple's decision to pull AI from EU shows anticompetitive behavior.
Apple has sent a mysterious request for materials relating to the development of OLED+CF Displays for future headsets to Samsung & LG.
Apple to begin mass production of AirPods with cameras by 2026.
Critical flaws in CocoaPods expose iOS and macOS apps to supply chain attacks.
Apple may want to monetize advanced Apple Intelligence features in the future.
Apple's "Longevity, by Design" whitepaper argues its huge scale affects its repair policies.
Today, twenty percent of the US has the right to repair electronics. Happy Repair Independence Day!
Apple TV+ continues to grow in the US, overtaking Paramount+.
The mute button gets a welcome, no-brainer upgrade in iOS 18 and tvOS 18.

Picks of the Week:

Alex's Pick: Central Control
Andy's Pick: Swish Window Manager
Jason's Pick: Unshaky

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

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MBW 927: Algae Wars - EU Regulations, Emulators on iOS, MicroMac

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:00:00 PDT

Brussels accuses Apple of breaking EU rules. There may be more indication of Apple's plans for its Vision Pro product lineup. Apple was contemplating partnering with Meta to integrate their AI system into the iPhone. And the Final Cut Camera app is now available on the App Store.

Brussels accuses Apple of breaking EU competition rules.
Apple won't roll out AI tech In EU market over regulatory concerns,
Apple Vision plans: cheaper model in late 2025, Vision Pro 2 in 2026, AR Glasses.
First iPhone game-streaming service brings 1,300 retro classics.
Apple says no to PC emulators on iOS.
Apple spurned idea of iPhone AI partnership with Meta months ago.
Apple sets bold new goals for automating iPhone factories.
For Apple's AI push, China is a missing piece.
The world's first Spatial Computing Hack: I finally found a bug that literally fills your room full of bugs.
Final Cut Camera for iPhone now available on the App Store.
MicroMac, a Macintosh for under £5.
How broken are Apple's Parental Controls? It took 3 years to fix an x-rated loophole.

Picks of the Week:

Jason's Pick: Combustion Predictive Thermometer
Alex's Pick: Final Cut Pro & StreamVoodoo
Andy's Pick: Shure MV7+ Podcast Mic

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

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MBW 926: Hey Lady! Do a Thing! - Vision Pro, Apple Pay Later, Apple Watch

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 17:34:45 PDT

Apple has reportedly ceased work on the next Vision Pro with a focus on releasing a cheaper model in 2025. More information about Apple Intelligence is starting to roll out. Cheaper Vision Pro, Apple Pay Later, Apple Watch. And it's hard to talk about rumors sometimes, but reportedly, the upcoming Apple Watch Series 10 may get a larger screen and thinner design, according to Ming-chi Kuo.

Apple's new AI is made in Google data centers.
Apple to 'pay' OpenAI for ChatGPT through distribution, not cash.
This is our best look yet at RCS working on an iPhone.
Tim Cook may have met with Trump during WWDC to discuss second term priorities.
Apple suspends work on next Vision Pro, focused on releasing cheaper model in late 2025.
What are all these Apple executives doing with their legs?
Steven Spielberg's Apple Watch keeps throwing false "Fall Detection" alerts during his packed talk Tribeca Film Festival; he throws it in desperation.
US sues Adobe for 'deceiving' subscriptions that are too hard to cancel.
Apple discontinuing Apple Pay Later, ahead of new features launching this fall.
Ok, fine, here's Apple Intelligence.
An accidental lock-in feature of the Apple ecosystem.
Apple Watch Series 10 to get larger screen and thinner design, per Ming-chi Kuo.
macOS Sequoia brings an unexpected update to Apple's Chess game.
Howard Schultz, former Starbucks CEO, says Steve Jobs 'screamed in his face' telling him to fire his entire leadership team—and he was right.
Apple refuses to notarize emulators in EU.

Picks of the Week:

Alex's Pick: Mix Effect Pro
Andy's Pick: ODOSOLA Tablet Stand
Jason's Pick: Zoom H6Essential

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

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MBW 925: Sherlocking AI - Apple Intelligence, iPadOS 18, Calculator App

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 16:30:00 PDT

A bevy of announcements came from Apple during it WWDC24 event! Apple Intelligence is coming to iPhone, iPad, and Mac with features like Image Playground. iPadOS 18 is coming soon, including an official Calculator app for the iPad and Smart Script when using the Apple Pencil. And the Apple Vision Pro is expanding into new countries and regions, such as China and Singapore, starting June 28th.

Introducing Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system that puts powerful generative models at the core of iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices from his companies over Apple's ChatGPT integrations.
The iPhone is now an AI trojan horse.
Apple introduces Image Playground - a new AI image tool.
iPadOS 18 introduces powerful new intelligence features and apps designed for Apple Pencil.
iOS 18 makes iPhone more personal, capable, and intelligent than ever.
Apple is bringing RCS to the iPhone in iOS 18.
visionOS 2 brings new spatial computing experiences to Apple Vision Pro.
Blackmagic Design announces the world's first commercial camera system and editing software for Apple Immersive Video on Apple Vision Pro.
Apple Vision Pro arrives in new countries and regions beginning June 28.
iOS 18 finally adds T9 dialling on iPhone.

Picks of the Week:

Andy's Pick: NotebookLM
Leo's Pick: Reconditioning a classic Mac 128K
Mikah's Pick: Appe Developer app
Alex's Pick: Decibel X

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko

Guest: Mikah Sargent

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MBW 924: Wireless Wired - Justin Long, M2 iPad Air Cores, Apple News+

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:30:00 PDT

A new 3D 'Floor Plan' feature has been shipped with the latest HomeKit update. Apple mislabeled the number of GPU cores on the M2 iPad Air. You too can design your kitchen with the Apple Vision Pro & Lowe's. Plus, do cheap lightning-connected earbuds actually use Bluetooth even though it's a wired connection?

Qualcomm uses 'I'm a Mac' actor Justin Long to promote ARM PC.
Controller for HomeKit updated with new 3D 'Floor Plan' feature.
M4 iPad Pro uses Secure Indicator Light for mic/camera access.
Apple mislabeled GPU cores on M2 iPad Air; speed claims unaffected.
Cheap lightning earbuds use Bluetooth?!
Review: "What If?" shows off the Vision Pro's strengths.
This is the best look yet at Apple's immersive video cameras.
Apple Vision Pro Mindfulness App may get 'Respiration Tracking' feature.
Lowe's wants you to use the Apple Vision Pro to design your kitchen.
Apple News+ subscriptions growing 4x faster than major publishers, says report.
This is Lunar Lake — Intel's utterly overhauled AI laptop chip that ditches memory sticks.
TSMC says it has discussed moving fabs out of Taiwan but such a move impossible.
Qualcomm: Snapdragon coming to "all PC form factors," including desktops.

Picks of the Week:

Leo's Pick: Bioluminescent Petunias
Andy's Pick: Ulysses
Alex's Picks: Zoom Tiles Beta
Jason's Pick: Webaround Big Shot 5

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

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MBW 923: Emotional Support Leo - Apple Logo, Vision Pro Games, Apple Music Best Albums

Tue, 28 May 2024 17:00:00 PDT

Could Apple change the orientation of its logo on future iPads? An OLED iPad mini is allegedly in development for a 2026 release. Would you buy a Lego model of an Apple Store? And why did Apple Music even bother releasing a top 100 list of the best albums on Apple Music?

Apple might change the orientation of its logo on the back of future iPads.
When are AirPods Max 2 coming? Here's the latest reporting...
Apple iOS 18, macOS 15 AI features: Project Greymatter, Privacy, OpenAI deal.
Three new games are now available for the Apple Vision Pro.
New parkour Apple immersive video out now on Apple Vision Pro.
This Lego Apple Store model needs votes for a slim chance of getting made.
Apple Music 100 best albums.
Apple Pencil Pro casts a fake shadow based on which tool you're using.
Apple reportedly developing OLED iPad mini for 2026.
All-screen M5 MacBook with foldable display and Vision Pro price now rumored for 2026.
Prototype 3rd-gen iPod reveals that Apple built a Tetris clone for the iPod but never released it.

Picks of the Week:

Leo's Pick: MapleRead
Jason's Pick: Lex.Games
Andy's Pick: Tactiq YouTube Transcript Generator
Alex's Picks: Kewpie Mayonaise & Merlin Bird ID

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

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MBW 922: Crossing the Snell Line - Copilot+ PCs, iOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5

Tue, 21 May 2024 17:30:00 PDT

Microsoft unveiled its new Copilot+ PCs to compete with Apple's MacBook Air. Apple released an update to iOS that fixes the issue of deleted photos reappearing, or as most articles are fixated on, deleted NSFW photos. And could new Mac Studio and Mac Pros be released in 2025?

Scarlett Johansson was 'shocked, angered' by ChatGPT voice that sounded like her.
Microsoft unveils Copilot+ PCs with generative AI capabilities baked in.
I tried Microsoft's new AI-Focused PCs. Windows is exciting again.
iOS 17.5 is allegedly resurfacing pictures that were deleted years ago.
Apple says its latest iOS update fixes the issue that caused some NSFW deleted photos to reappear.
macOS Sonoma 14.5 is the best release this cycle.
iPad Pro 13's hide a repairability win, still hard to fix.
Mac Studio, Mac Pro will be released in 2025.
Secret meeting between Apple and TSMC reported, possibly to reserve all 2nm capacity.
Apple's 27% app store fee plan gets skeptical reception by judge.
The forged Apple employee badge.

Picks of the Week:

Leo's Pick: WWDC Index
Jason's Pick: Provenance
Andy's Pick: PGYTECH SD Card Case & Reader

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

Guest: Mikah Sargent

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MBW 921: The Vision Division - M4 iPad Pros, Logic Pro for iPad, Siri Revamp?

Wed, 15 May 2024 18:30:00 PDT

The new iPad Pros are here! Jason Snell shares his thoughts on the iPad Pro, and Mikah unboxes his iPad Pro as Leo and Andy watch with excitement. Logic Pro gets updated for the Mac and iPad with new AI features: is this a prelude to this year's WWDC? Apple is working on revamping Siri to catch up to its competitors' offerings in generative AI. And people are mad at Apple's 'Crush' iPad Pro ad.

M4 iPad Pro review: here we go again.
Breaking down the iPad Hype: M4 and Tandem OLED!
Apple releases Logic Pro for Mac and iPad updates with new AI features.
Daring Fireball: The M4 iPad Pros.
Apple will revamp Siri to catch up to its chatbot competitors.
Apple working to fix iPhone alarm problem.
Apple releases iOS 17.5 with cross-platform tracking detection, EU app downloads from websites and more.
VMware Fusion Pro 13 goes free for personal use, here's how to get it.
Hydraulic Press Channel reproduces the iPad ad for real.
Apple apologizes for 'Crush' iPad Pro ad that sparked controversy.
Apple still isn't done building its dream iPad

Picks of the Week:

Andy's Pick: Not Boring Habits
Mikah's Pick: Morpholio Trace
Jason's Pick: Ferrite Recording Studio

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

Guest: Mikah Sargent

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MBW 920: Breath of Lavender - M4 Chip, iPad Pro, iPad Air 6, Apple Pencil Pro

Tue, 07 May 2024 16:00:00 PDT

Apple held its iPad event early on Tuesday morning and announced new iPad Pros with M4 chips! The iPad Air 6 was also announced with a redesigned model. The iPad Pros also have nano-texture glass for their displays, but only for the 1TB and 2TB models. Plus, an Apple Pencil Pro with squeeze and roll gestures and Find My support!

Apple announces new iPad Pro: OLED display, M4 chip, thinner redesigned chassis.
Apple debuts Magic Keyboard for M4 iPad Pro with larger trackpad, function row, aluminum palm rest.
Nano-texture glass for M4 iPad Pro only available on 1TB and 2TB models.
Apple's new cellular iPad Air and iPad Pro models are eSIM only.
iPad Air 6: Redesigned model available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, landscape front camera.
Apple unveils M4: Its first chip made for AI from the ground up.
Apple's new iPad Pro should turn device into true laptop replacement.
Apple Pencil Pro launches, with squeeze gesture and roll, plus Find My support.
New versions of Final Cut and Logic Pro for iPad take advantage of the power of the M4 chip.
New iPad Pro lacks mmWave 5G and Ultra-Wide camera.
Google paid Apple $20 Billion to be default search engine in 2022.
Apple reports second quarter results.
Apple mulling potential partnership with Rivian.
Apple's Star Wars themed Precision Finding ad.
Apple is developing AI Chips for data centers, seeking edge in arms race.

Picks of the Week:

Doc's Pick: GL.iNet GL-MT3000 Travel Router
Mikah's Pick: Misting Pet Brush
Andy's Pick: Portal

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Andy Ihnatko

Guests: Doc Rock and Mikah Sargent

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