snobOS

With new tariffs looming, will Apple be forced to bring production stateside, or is this just another round of tough talk with no real bite?The LowdownMac and Watch tariffs coming soon?Watered-down iOS 26 for UK usersApple acquires its way into the AI raceApple AI support chatbot in the works?2nd String‘Click to Cancel’ legislation is…cancelledFor The CultureEssence CPT is not Laryn Hill’s faultThe HookupDisable “Always On” for better Apple Watch battery life

In no rush to get the latest Awe Dropping productsThe LowdownAwe Dropping Event Run DownProduct HighlightsAirPod Pro 3Apple Watch SEApple Watch 11Apple Watch Ultra 3iPhone 17iPhone AiriPhone 17 ProPlanned Purchases Least favorite new productFavorite new featureLeast favorite new featureWill there be a “One More Thing” event or announcement for 2025?The HookupiOS 26 officially launches on Monday, Sept. 15th

Will a change to the OS naming convention improve consistency and reduce confusion, or is Apple in need of a “subject change” from Apple Intelligence?The LowdownApple OS name changes, Apple buys Sneaky Sasquatch, iPad gets WhatsApp, and Apple Card Savings interest rate cut2nd StringTexas is forcing Apple & Google to age verifyFor The Culture‘Sinners’ coming to streaming on June 3rdThe HookupDon’t put the meat on the grill too soon

Avoiding China tariffs via brown-nosing may not be Apple’s only strategy…The LowdownApple’s newly discontinued productsWhy is iPhone production picking up in India?Mac Mini tapped as the hardware for ‘Perplexity Computer?2nd StringUsing ChatGPT to do your taxes?For The Culture‘Magic City’ Hawks collabThe HookupThe best way to save full-page iPhone webpage screenshots

The “iOS Press Release” is no longer just for people making a long mea culpa on social media. It now includes Apple hard launching new devices…The “Apple Experience”iPhone 17e | iPad Air | MacBook Neo | MacBook Air | MacBook Pro | Studio Display XDRIf you want to watch the splashy videos, 9to5 Mac has collated them all in one post.2nd StringAI goes to WarFor The CultureThe $10k Baby Shower

Word on the street is Apple is bringing back the entry-level laptop soonThe LowdownApple brings back the MacBook?Apple’s March 4th “Experience”Apple brings age verification to UK usersApple fined (again) by Brazil over lack of charger2nd StringAnthropic to dial back AI safety measures…If other companies do it firstFor The CultureTech-ing While Black: Calcea Johnson and Ne'Kiya JacksonGoogle apologizes for uncensored N-word news alertThe HookupAnker 3-n-1 travel charger: $50 off

We’re here to help find your dog only, we promise that’s “all” we’ll do…The LowdownOS 26.3 dropped today across Apple devicesOld versions of iOS, macOS, and iPadOS get updates tooJony Ive Ferrari interior might be a glimpse of the Apple Car that never was2nd StringSuper Bowl ad for Ring's dog-tracking cameras stirs privacy controversyFor The CultureDid the Super Bowl Halftime Show deliver?The HookupAdd a poll in Messages for quicker group decisions

Everybody isn’t streaming music as much as we think…The LowdownBeware: ApplePay email phishing scamWhy you should use an SSD with Final Cut Pro for iPadWho’s keeping iTunes alive?2nd String“Eco-anxious” women aren’t adopting AI as fast as menWho’s really doing the work when AI replaces jobsAre you using MoltBot AI on your machine?For The CultureTech-ing While Black: Clarice Phelps - ChemistThe HookupHow to use Apple Intelligence as a Chatbot

The tech streets are talking. But are we picking up what they’re putting down?The LowdownApple launches AirTag 2Apple Cash is making instant transfers more expensive soonRumor Has It Quick HitsApple to ‘unveil’ results of Google Gemini partnership as soon as next month: reportApple’s rumored ‘HomePad’ device gets encouraging launch updateApple is working on an AI-powered wearable pin: report 2nd StringUS-ification of TikTok is CompleteFor The CultureIs social media a drug?The HookupDon’t reply ‘STOP’ to spam text messagesNote: Misidentified Craig Federighi for John Ternus in this segment. Corrected later in the show.

Apple is on top of the smartphone market. What can they do to stay there?The LowdownApple edges Samsung for the #1 smartphone maker spotWhat will make iPhone Fold “work”Apple urges users to update Home app or lose accessWhy you should Reboot your iPhone2nd StringAds ARE coming to ChatGPTFor The CultureKevin Stefanski comes to the ATL…The HookupWhy you should block instead of unsubscribe from emails

Even still, you have to know what you’re doing...The LowdownJPMorgan Chase becomes the new issuer of the Apple CardApple Creator Studio suite is launching to take on AdobeApple chooses Google’s Gemini to power next-gen Siri2nd StringAnthropic launches Claude CoworkFor The CultureThat’s Ludacris!The HookupSmart Lists for the Win

We made some bold predictions last year…and made even more this year.The LowdownWe review our 2025 Apple predictions to see how we did versus what Apple actually didWe also make new 2026 Apple predictions to forecast what Apple will (or won’t) do this year2nd StringIn CES news…Roku introduces new streaming serviceSamsung unveils true foldable displayNew “chores” robot on the sceneFor The CultureSuprise…Diddy can’t pay his people while in prisonThe HookupIf you haven’t turned on iOS 26 ‘Call Screening’ feature…

Apple dropped 24 security patches alongside shiny new features, but the boring stuff is honestly why you should update.The Lowdown26.2 dropped for all productsApple Music is coming to ChatGPT, OpenAI announcesApple will supply senior managers to advise feds on new US Tech Force2nd StringYouTube to stream the Oscar AwardsFor The Culture“We told you so” Crisean Rock removes face tattoo of ex-boyfriendThe HookupHow to sign and save your signature on Mac

Apple Music, TV and games are down. How will we entertain ourselves? The Lowdown30% off Mattel when using Apple PayApple Music & TV outageTim Cook goes to Washington over Apple Age verificationApple warns users on using Google Chrome2nd StringAndroids can now share live video with 911For The CultureDiddy Doc recapThe HookupHow to customize macOS folders

A decision has to be made.The LowdownMake Your Own Mac ProApple Security Bounties Take a HitLeadership Shift with Apple Intelligence2nd StringNetflix Bans Streaming From Your Phone to Your TVFor The Culture“New” MediaThe HookupGet your piece of the data breach pie

If you’re gonna spend money this holiday season, do it the safe way.The LowdownApple Black Friday DealsLife without “Hey Siri”2nd StringFrom Mac to PC?For The CultureBel Air [Final] Season 4The HookupHoliday Shopping Security Tips

Only if you already got the benefit...The LowdownAre desktops irrelevant?Verdict in for Apple Watch Blood Oxygen LawsuitiPhone 17’s N1 chip delivers major Wi-Fi speed boost2nd StringDown goes another cloud services platformFor The CultureUse your “ambition” not DEI The Hookup5% Cash Back at Ace Hardware and Booking.com

You can now create your Apple Digital ID to be used…whenever businesses get around to supporting them.The LowdownApple Watch gets native Notes appAdd your Digital ID to Apple WalletmacOS 26.2 to include a ring light?SmartThings integrates with SiriOur phones are listening2nd StringGoogle services down this weekFor The CultureTarget’s new “friendliness policy”The HookupYouTube TV subscribers - Don’t miss your $20 credit

Not a whole lot of new OS 26.1 “fun” stuff, but a whole lot of new “security” stuffThe LowdownOS 26.1 Versions ReleasedApple’s next smart-home gadget is already hiding in iOS 26.2?WhatsApp full functionality comes to Apple Watch2nd StringAI “Artist” Makes it to Billboard ChartsFor The CultureThe Great Rotisserie Chicken DebateThe HookupUpdate Your Phone

Car companies are divided on what to do with infotainment system integration…The LowdowniOS 26.1 Release Candidate sneak peekAirPods Pro 3 airplane issuesToyota adds Apple Maps EV routing2nd StringICE agents scanning faces to confirm citizenshipFor The CultureNo Limit VERZUZ Cash MoneyThe HookupLVP Flooring install heads up#Apple #CarPlay #Toyota #EV #GeneralMotors