MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

Shelly Brisbin joins the show this week! Who got which of the new devices that were announced at last week's Apple event? Reviews of the latest OS 26 operating systems are starting to roll out. Should you get the iPhone Air? And Apple scored big at the recent Emmys with 22 wins! iOS 26 Review: Through a glass, liquidly. Help, I have been charmed by the iPhone Air. The iPhone 17 square selfie camera is a bigger deal than you think. Siri just got five surprise iOS 26 features, here's what's new. Apple's Outstanding Comedy The Studio sweeps as the most-winning freshman comedy in Emmy history... visionOS 26 now available starting today: Here's what's new for Apple Vision Pro. Today in Apple history: Steve Jobs leaves and rejoins Apple. Picks of the Week Shelly's Pick: Case for Vision Andy's Pick: NotebookLM Web Importer Alex's Picks: Carrot Weather & Tenganda Tea Leo's Pick: pico-mac-nano Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Shelly Brisbin Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: Melissa.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit pantheon.io cachefly.com/twit

The Apple Event just concluded, and the MacBreak Weekly panel is ready to discuss what was announced at the event! New AI features are coming to the AirPods Pro 3. Apple unveiled its long-rumored iPhone Air, its slimmest iPhone yet. And the iPhone 17 Pro officially shows off its new bold orange color option for its premium lineup. Introducing AirPods Pro 3, the ultimate audio experience Apple introduces Apple Watch SE 3. Apple debuts Apple Watch Series 11, featuring groundbreaking health insights. Introducing Apple Watch Ultra 3. Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, the most powerful and advanced Pro models ever. Introducing iPhone Air, a powerful new iPhone with a breakthrough design. Apple debuts iPhone 17. Instagram finally comes to iPad. Adobe's Premiere video editor is coming to iPhone for free. All the President's Tech CEOs. Apple triumphs with 15 wins at night one of the 77th Creative Arts Emmy Awards as "The Studio" and "Severance" lead for comedy and drama. Steve Hayden, writer behind Apple's pivotal '1984' commercial, dies at 78. All 54 lost clickwheel iPod games have now been preserved for posterity. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: spaceship.com/twit 1password.com/macbreak

The MacBreak Weekly panel is patiently waiting for Apple's September event! A story about stolen luggage at LAX being recovered thanks to an Apple AirTag diverges into a spirited discussion on clothing and luggage. And Apple could be prepared to drop its largest case redesign for the iPhone 17, including a spiritual successor to the FineWoven material. Apple plans AirPods feature that can live-translate conversations. Upgrade 579: The 2025 September Event Draft. Stolen luggage at LAX recovered thanks to Apple AirTag. Apple taking half of TSMC's 2nm chip capacity when production hits full speed. France's unnecessary iPhone 12 RF patch is spreading across Europe. Apple may be readying the largest case redesign yet for iPhone 17. New 'Vision Air': Here's how much lighter and less expensive it might be. You can try Apple's lightning-fast video captioning model right from your browser. Apple just released a new AI chatbot to help retail employees sell iPhones. Apple Music radio stations are now available outside of Apple Music for the first time. Adafruit Fruit Jam – An RP2350 mini computer running classic Macintosh - CNX Software. Zoom wins broadcast Emmy. Picks of the Week Leo's Pick: Vintage Apple Jason's Picks: The Nomad Leather Mag Wallet with Find My & Sport Band for Apple Watch Andy's Pick: Blitzortung Alex's Pick: OWC Thunderblade X12 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zocdoc.com/macbreak Melissa.com/twit

Apple's "Awe dropping" event is set for September 9th. Developer beta 8 of iOS 216, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe 26 has been released. Apple TV+ is hiking its monthly user price. And Masimo sues US Customs over Apple's Apple Watch blood oxygen workaround. Apple September Event invites have officially gone out. iPhone 17 countdown begins as Foxconn ramps up factory hiring in China. Apple seeds developer beta 8 of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26. MacOS 26 Tahoe's dead canary utility app Icons. Apple may back out of MLB entirely as NBC closes in on 'Sunday Night Baseball' rights. Apple TV+ hiking price, will now cost $13 per month in U.S. Masimo was last to learn about blood oxygen sensing returning to Apple Watch. FTC draws hard line on foreign-driven censorship & data demands for Big Tech. Apple Wallet in iOS 26 adds a toggle to disable controversial feature. HBO Max launches new Harry Potter immersive environment on Apple Vision Pro. 'F1' & 'Superman' top $600M global; 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle' killing it overseas. Elon Musk's xAI sues Apple over claims it favors OpenAI. Apple patches CVE-2025-43300 zero-day in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS exploited in targeted attacks. Picks of the Week Jason's Pick: Nic's Fix Andy's Pick: Studs Terkel Alex's Pick: Bitrig Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: pantheon.io cachefly.com/twit

A slew of Apple's planned upcoming products got leaked in software code! Blood Oxygen for the Apple Watch is back, but with a unique twist. Are the upcoming iPhone 17s for the U.S. market all manufactured in India? And Samsung is slowly taking more market share from Apple with the growing demand for folding and slimmer phones. Liquid Glass. Why? Every Apple secret that leaked Wednesday. Leaked S11 chip details reveal no major performance upgrades for 2025 Apple Watches. U.S. Apple Watches get blood-oxygen sensor reprieve. Explore the Disney+ 'Alien: Earth' immersive environment with the Apple Vision Pro now. Apple code suggests Touch ID could be coming to Apple Watch. Apple preps native Claude integration on Xcode. Apple expands iPhone production in India for US-bound new models. Apple workshop on privacy-preserving machine learning 2025. Samsung taking market share from Apple in U.S. as foldable phones gain momentum. It's Google's turn to convince us to care about AI on our phones. Picks of the Week Jason's Pick: EOOUT Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags Andy's Pick: Tot from Iconfactory Alex's Pick: Voyage Dante 2nd Order Ambisonic Mic Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: pantheon.io Melissa.com/twit

Low-cost MacBooks could begin production soon, with a release period for early 2026. The developer beta for iOS 26 Beta 6 is out now. Could the iPhone 17 be introduced with a higher price point? And Alex Lindsay is excited to play with a new camera to record Vision Pro content. Low-cost MacBook production starting soon, possible $599 or $699 pricing. Apple's MacBook Pro overhaul with OLED might not launch until 2027. Apple's bid to close the AI gap could be hampered by AI brain drain. Apple will bring GPT-5 to Apple Intelligence in iOS, iPad OS and macOS 26. Everything New in iOS 26 [dev] Beta 6. AirPods could soon get Live Translation, iOS 26 beta code suggests. iPhone 17 models 'likely' to have higher prices, another analyst says. Gold, Frankincense, and Silicon. Japan law is forcing more browser choice on iPhone in December. Tech giants Apple and Google lose landmark court case as federal judge rules they engaged in anti-competitive conduct. Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: DockLite Board Alex's Pick: The BlackMagic Immersive Camera Jason's Pick: Instapaper Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: helixsleep.com/twit

Apple's Q3 2025 results are here, and Jason Snell has the charts generated and ready to go! Tim Cook holds a rare company-wide meeting to talk about AI. Could Visa take over the Apple Card from Mastercard? And Google is making fun of the delay of Apple Intelligence & Siri in its latest Pixel 10 ad! Apple Q3 2025 results and charts: $95B revenue. Apple CEO tells staff AI is 'ours to grab' in hourlong pep talk. Apple's new 'Answers' team eyes ChatGPT-like product in AI push. Google makes fun of Apple Intelligence Siri delay in ad promoting Pixel 10. Tim Cook has now been Apple's CEO for longer than Steve Jobs. Visa offers Apple roughly $100 million to take over credit card from Mastercard. macOS Tahoe 26 beta 5 retires the old Macintosh HD icon. Japan mandates Apple must allow third-party app stores and payment systems. Man controls iPad with his mind using Synchron brain implant. Apple TV+ continues push into original podcasting with Unicorn Girl. New Apple TV still launching this year. Pico Mac Nano no longer sold assembled due to Apple. David Pogue announces 'Apple: The First 50 Years' book. Picks of the Week: Leo's Pick: uBlock Origin Lite Andy's Pick: LisaGUI Jason's Pick: Anova Sous Vide Alex's Pick: Nugs Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/macbreak zocdoc.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

The public betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and others are available now. A new feature in iOS 26 could help filter spam messages more effectively. Will Chase be the new home for the Apple Card? And is Apple's new AppleCare One service worth it for you? Does iPadOS 26 steer the iPad in the wrong direction? First Look: macOS Tahoe Public Beta. iPadOS 26 preview: The rare software update that makes (most) old hardware feel new. Apple's iOS 26 text filters could cost political campaigns millions of dollars, top GOP group warns. JPMorgan Chase is the hot favorite for Apple Card takeover. AppleCare One launches as a single plan to cover multiple Apple devices. First look: Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive test footage for Apple Vision Pro. Sundar Pichai thinks that phones will still matter for at least a few years. Developers can now try special offers to persuade subscribers to stay. UK ready to impose competition interventions on Apple and Google. Blender is building a full-featured iPad app, but it's not clear when it will be released. Adobe rolls out new generative AI features for Photoshop to let users more easily add or remove people and objects. Apple TV+ unveils first look at Vince Gilligan's new science fiction drama "Pluribus," starring Emmy Award nominee Rhea Seehorn. iPhone 17 development device spotted in the wild. Apple loses fourth AI researcher in a month to Meta's Superintelligence team. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Rocket Leo's Pick: Perplexity MCP for Mac Andy's Pick: Tom Lehrer's public domain songs Alex's Pick: Magic John Screen Protector Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: helixsleep.com/twit

When will iOS 26's public beta will be made available? Is Apple losing ground in the AI talent war? Apple's first foldable iPhone could arrive next year. And a unique color could be coming with the iPhone 17 Pro. macOS Tahoe Public Beta Available for Some Users [Update: Pulled]. TSMC US chip production may soon only be three years behind Taiwan. Apple sues Jon Prosser over iOS 26 leaks. UK backing down on Apple encryption backdoor after pressure from US. Bigfoot, Orca, and a Trombone, are among new emoji coming to iOS 26. Apple's Emoji Game is now out for News+ subscribers in the US and Canada. Why Apple Is Losing Ground in the AI Talent War (It's Not Just Money). The first foldable iPhone will arrive next year in Un-Apple-Like fashion. One of the iPhone 17 Pro colors might literally be Liquid Glass. 'Ted Lasso' Season 4: Juno Temple & Brendan Hunt return; new cast includes Tanya Reynolds, Faye Marsay & Ted's son. Apple warns Iranians of iPhone spyware attacks ahead of Israel conflict. Earth will spin faster today to create 2nd-shortest day in history. Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: MDR Dasher Keyboard Alex's Pick: Flipboard Jason's Pick: Longplay Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zocdoc.com/macbreak helixsleep.com/twit

Apple has reportedly offered $150 million for exclusive streaming rights for F1, Apple executive shake-ups are looming within the company, Apple is committing $500 million to a rare earth recycling firm, and more Apple products, including its infamous 'trash can' Mac Pro, have been added to its vintage products list. Apple is offering 150 million to stream F1. Tim Cook isn't going anywhere soon, but an Apple shake-up looms. Apple backs US rare earth magnets supply chain with $500 million deal. EU likely to shelve digital tax plan that would target Apple and other Big Tech companies. Apple plans new MacBook Pro, iPhone 17e and iPads by early 2026. iPhone 17 Pro models rumored to have all-new unique color option. Fine M-Tec: leading beneficiary of SDC's crease-free display solution for foldable iPhone. Study: Apple's newest AI model flags health conditions with up to 92% accuracy. Apple Silicon machine learning code may become more easily portable to Nvidia hardware. 'Ted Lasso' star Hannah Waddingham says season 4 is like a 'beloved dog that was buried, and now we've exhumed it'. Steve Jobs lived in this counterculture commune in Oregon when he dreamed up Apple. Frame of preference: A history of Mac settings, 1984–2004. AirPort Base Stations: Will Apple ever return to Wi-Fi router market? Iconic 'Trash Can' Mac Pro is now on Apple's vintage products list. Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition' coming to Apple Silicon Macs on July 17. Apple has its best Emmy nomination cycle ever, with 81 nominations. Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: Blip Alex's Pick: AppleTV Jason's Pick: PlayDate Season 2 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: helixsleep.com/twit spaceship.com/twit Melissa.com/twit cachefly.com/twit

iOS 26 Beta 3 dials back its liquid glass look in this current beta. Which Apple devices could be affected by Trump's planned August tariffs? Is Apple planning to launch its own Public Cloud model? And an Apple AI executive leaves the company, lured by Meta's AI hiring spree backed by big bucks. iOS 26 beta 3 dials back Liquid Glass. Apple seeds third developer betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26. Apple Watch Ultra 3 release date: When to expect the new model. Foxconn tells hundreds of Chinese staff to return from its Indian iPhone factories. Trump advisor Navarro rips Apple's Tim Cook, saying he's not moving production out of China fast enough. Macs and Apple Watch to be hit by Trump tariffs starting on August 1. Apple considers launching public cloud. Apple just released an interesting coding language model. Apple loses top AI models executive to Meta's hiring spree. iPhone 17 Pro to reverse iPhone X design decision. iPhone 17 models rumored to feature redesigned Dynamic Island. Apple puases work on foldable iPad. Apple acquires digital avatar company TrueMeeting to bolster Vision Pro personas. Ed Sheeran, Drake, the Weeknd lead Apple Music's top 500 streamed songs of the past decade. 'F1' is Apple's highest-grossing theatrical film ever. Two years in, Apple is now officially on Threads. Apple's 5th Ave store spray-painted to protest 'climate hypocrisy'. You can use sous vide to help iPhone repairs, but please don't. Picks of the Week: Leo's Pick: Arteck iPad Mini Keyboard Case Andy's Pick: Anker 548 Power Bank Jason's Pick: Suika Game+ Alex's Pick: Turtle AV Downtown Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: spaceship.com/twit 1password.com/macbreak

Are people furious about the F1 Movie Apple Wallet ad? Apple could look to using Anthropic or OpenAI to power Siri AI features. The EU could miss out on new iOS 26 features when it rolls out later this year. And Pixelmator Pro gets new updates that integrate Apple Intelligence features! More on Apple's trust-eroding 'F1 The Movie' Wallet ad. Apple weighs using Anthropic or OpenAI to power Siri in major reversal. iOS 18.6, macOS 15.6, watchOS 11.6, tvOS 18.6 and visionOS 2.6 get second betas Apple tells EU to forget about getting all the new iOS 26 features. Germany asks Apple and Google to pull DeepSeek app. Brazil wants its piece of the App Store anti-competition fines Apple faces worldwide. Senior Vision Pro engineer allegedly took a 'massive volume' of secret plans to Snap. Apple surveys Vision Pro users about competing headsets and smart glasses. Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive powers Apple Vision Pro's next leap. The eight reasons people upgrade Mac or PC, as shipments surge. Apple plans low-cost MacBook based on iPhone processor. Pixelmator Pro gains better RAW images, Accessibility — and Apple Intelligence. Apple loses bid to dismiss US smartphone monopoly case. Apple finally has a box office hit with 'F1.' What's next for the studio's movie strategy? Apple's Swift working to support Android app development. Picks of the Week: Leo's Pick: ICE Block Jason's Pick: MacWhisper Andy's Pick: Neon Ichiban Alex's Pick: Lingo Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/macbreak zocdoc.com/macbreak

Apple silicon was announced five years ago this week. Apple held internal talks about purchasing AI startup Perplexity. New camera features could be coming to the iPhone 17 Pro later this fall. And why did Apple pull its recent ad campaign video after just one day? Intel to Apple silicon transition for Mac was announced five years ago. The infamous Apple typewriter memo is 40 years old. RIP Mickey Mouse glove: macOS Tahoe has a new set of cursors. FireWire may finally be dead in macOS 26 & Apple isn't looking back. Apple executives have held internal talks about buying AI startup Perplexity. A few notes on iPadOS 26 audio and video capture. Apple pulls ad campaign fronted by SNL star just one day after its debut. Apple read your mean tweets about Liquid Glass and Finder. iPhone 17 Pro: Four new camera features are coming this fall. NFC Release 15 protocol announced, next-gen devices could see quadruple the operating range. Creative clash halts production of Matthew McConaughey & Woody Harrelson Apple TV+ show. Apple wins appeal to overturn $300 mln US patent verdict. Feds wise up and ban WhatsApp, might shift to Apple Messages. EU ecodesign for smartphones including right to repair now In effect. F1' immersive video takes you around the track with Brad Pitt on Apple Vision Pro. Fly around Vast's Haven-1 space station using the Apple Vision Pro. Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: Project Indigo Alex's Pick: F1 Movie Jason's Pick: AI Shortcuts on macOS 26 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: storyblok.com/twittv-25 code TWIT25 cachefly.com/twit

This week's episode dives deep into the post-WWDC hangover, exploring Apple's remarkable software improvements across platforms. The hosts examine the first third-party immersive video production using Blackmagic's new camera, celebrate major Vision Pro persona upgrades, and discuss Apple's complete re-architecture of iPad windowing. The conversation reveals how Apple's software teams seem to have hit their stride after years of criticism, delivering substantial improvements from terminal apps to AI integration. Canal+ MotoGP Documentary for Vision Pro - First third-party Apple immersive video production shot entirely with new Blackmagic URSA camera, featuring French motorcycle racer Johann Zarco Spatial Personas Get Major Upgrade - visionOS 26 delivers dramatically improved personas that actually look like real people, though beards still cause mouth-tracking issues Geographic Persistence and Room Mapping - visionOS 26 features allow virtual objects to stay in place across reboots and sessions Apple Home Hub Smart Display Discovery - Code found in iOS 26 dev beta reveals upcoming HomePod with screen, expected by the end of year iPad Multitasking Revolution - Craig Federighi explains the complete re-architecture of iPadOS 26 windowing system, bringing full Mac-style window management to iPad Background Task Processing - iPadOS 26 introduces finite background tasks for exports and file operations, finally allowing users to switch apps during long processes Software Quality Renaissance - Discussion of Apple's apparent software turnaround, from improved backend infrastructure (40% improvement moving from Java to Swift/Rust) to new developer APIs New Speech-to-Text APIs - Apple provides developers access to on-device transcription that's twice as fast as Whisper, though slightly less accurate Third-Party App Integration Improvements - Apple now allows music apps to show animated artwork on lock screen and provides access to various ML models Terminal and Spotlight Updates - macOS 26 features the first meaningful Terminal app update in years, plus pro features added to Spotlight, including clipboard history F1 Movie Marketing Blitz - Deep dive into Apple's $200+ million investment in the F1 film, including custom iPhone cameras built for race cars and haptic trailer experiences Picks of the Week: Leo's Pick: Classic Sega iOS games going free before delisting on the App Store, including Crazy Taxi, Sonic titles, and Super Monkey Ball Jason's Pick: PlugShare app for electric vehicle owners to find compatible charging stations across all networks and plug types Andy's Pick: Usagi Yojimbo comic collection Humble Bundle featuring Stan Sakai's acclaimed samurai rabbit series, with proceeds supporting the Hero Initiative Alex's Pick: Perla iOS camera app designed to give iPhone footage an authentic 16mm film look and feel Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: storyblok.com/twittv-25 code TWIT25

Apple unveiled many things at WWDC25 this year, including the newest versions of iPadOS and visionOS, with a new unified naming convention across its OS's. Apple Intelligence gets a slew of new capabilities across Apple devices. And the panel remembers Bill Atkinson. iPadOS 26 introduces powerful new features that push the capabilities and versatility of iPad even further. visionOS 26 introduces powerful new spatial experiences for Apple Vision Pro. Apple Intelligence gets even more powerful with new capabilities across Apple devices. macOS Tahoe 26 makes the Mac more capable, productive, and intelligent than ever. The iPad just got a lot more like a Mac thanks to these 20+ new features. Bill Atkinson, hypercard creator and original Mac team member, dies at age 74. Picks of the Week: Mikah's Pick: Hidden Folks+ Andy's Pick: Astro Pinball by Kyle Sylvestre Alex's Pick: Small Rig's Wireless Video Monitor for iPhone Leo's Pick: Mitxela Clock Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: bitwarden.com/twit

Apple gives a 'Sleek Peek' to WWDC 2025 next week. Is Apple changing its naming convention for its OSs? Slowly, more content is being released for Apple's Vision Pro. And is Apple looking to acquire streaming rights to MLB Sunday Night Baseball? Apple shares new 'Sleek Peek' teaser ahead of WWDC 2025 next week. Apple developer event will show it's still far from being an AI leader. Apple to launch iOS 26, macOS 26 in major rebrand tied to software redesigns. Shortcuts app to get revamp with Apple Intelligence integration. Google Gemini integration in Siri might be a bigger deal than we initially thought. Apple acquires RAC7, its first-ever video game studio. "Stories of Surrender" is spectacular (and somewhat immersive). TIME Studios and TARGO unveil WWII doc for Apple Vision Pro. Apple appeals EU law that requires it to share sensitive user data with other. 28 Years Later director Danny Boyle goes big with the horror sequel: 'If you're widescreen, the infected could be anywhere'. Apple could buy Apple TV+ with MLB Sunday Night Baseball streaming rights. Apple Design Awards - 2025 winners and finalists. Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: Phoenix Slides Alex's Pick: Sensibo Jason's Pick: Theater by Sandwich Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: Melissa.com/twit 1password.com/macbreak zocdoc.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

Apple had plans to launch full satellite services. President Trump is threatening Apple with a 25% tariff on iPhones manufactured overseas. Former Apple designer Jony Ive enters a new partnership with Sam Altman of OpenAI. And what is 'Solarium,' Apple's rumored unified interface that the company could announce at WWDC25? Apple's satellite ambitions threatened by Elon Musk, internal resistance. Trump threatens 25 percent tariff on iPhones manufactured overseas. Tim Cook's 'off-ramp' to placate Trump. Tim Cook called Texas Governor Greg Abbott last week urging a veto or changes to a bill that would require Apple to verify users' ages on its devices. Apple & Epic agree no in-person court necessary after 'Fortnite' restored to App Store. Sam and Jony and skepticism. Apple prepares iOS 19, macOS 16 'Solarium' UI overhaul for WWDC. App Store protected users from $9 billion in fraud over five years. Tap to Pay on iPhone lands today in eight new countries. Global wearable band market up 13% in Q1 2025 as Xiaomi takes top spot. Apple absolutely cannot miss its smart glasses swing. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: TotalMount Leo Picks: Clic for Sonos & WhatsApp iPad App Alex's Pick: Tiles for Zoom Andy's Pick: pico-mac-nano Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: storyblok.com/twittv-25 code TWIT25

Apple's struggles to get AI right, and what Apple could do to correct itself. A never-ending update with Epic Games and Apple. Can China kill the iPhone overnight? And a new original Peanuts special is coming soon! Why Apple still hasn't cracked AI. Apple to open AI models to developers, betting that it will spur new apps. Apple developer app updates with WWDC 2025 iMessage stickers. How will Apple re-think AI features for WWDC 2025? Epic asks judge to reinstate Fortnite on the App Store. New 'Apple in China' book convincingly argues that the iPhone could be killed overnight. Apple Maps gets in on F1 hype with Monaco update. Trump praises Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at Saudi Summit. Trump says he doesn't want Apple building products in India. Apple is 'dying to make' Vision Pro affordable, says Bono. The Price is Right' contestants were off by thousands when guessing the cost of Apple's Vision Pro. Universal Music Group and Apple Music announce Sound Therapy. Apple TV+ announces "Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical," new original Peanuts special premiering globally July 18, 2025. CarPlay Ultra, the next generation of CarPlay, begins rolling out today. Oops! I accidentally vibe-coded a ChatGPT client for my Apple Watch. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Pushover Leo & Andy's Pick: NotebookLM Alex's Pick: Murderbot Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: spaceship.com/twit bitwarden.com/twit

Apple unveils a new slew of accessibility features ahead of WWDC. Apple is looking to line up 2027 with a slew of new planned products to be released that year. The new Pope is rocking an Apple Watch. And you could receive up to $100 if eligible for a settlement payout over allegations of Siri-enabled spying on private conversations! iOS 18.5 now available with these new features. Apple unveils powerful accessibility features coming later this year. Can we still love Apple? Should we ever have? Alphabet shares sink 7% after Apple's Cue says AI will replace search engines. Netflix getting user interface with AI, has no plans to bring back App Store subscriptions. Nearly three decades later, Apple owes everything to the iMac. Apple's 2027 product blitz can't come soon enough. Pope Leo XIV wears Apple Watch in first official mass. Don't delete that 'Lopez Voice Assistant' email — it's about Apple's Siri settlement. Trump says China will 'open itself up to American business'. Trump says he talked to Apple CEO Tim Cook after China tariff rollback. Jude Law & Andrew Garfield to play Siegfried & Roy in limited series ordered by Apple TV+. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: iPhone 16e Leo's Picks: windy.com & Ulanzi Quick Release Mount Alex's Pick: Cadrage Andy's Pick: Graphic for Mac and iOS Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit storyblok.com/twittv-25 code TWIT25 cachefly.com/twit

Stephen Robles from the Primary Technology podcast joins the show this week! A federal judge blasts Apple and Tim Cook for violating an antitrust ruling against the company's control over its App Store. Results from Apple's Q2 2025. Could Apple be shaking up its iPhone release calendar? And would you want to view your favorite celebrities that can be found in Apple services? Well, now you can with Apple's 'Snapshot'! Judge blasts Apple for violating antitrust ruling. From Six Colors: Apple Q2 2025 results and charts: $95.4B revenue. Tim Cook addresses Apple's delay of personalized Siri features. Beware the tariffs! Inside Apple's latest financial results. Apple to shake up iPhone release calendar with base iPhone 18 launch in spring 2027, six months after Pro models. London's Court of Appeal rules Apple must pay Optis $502M as a lump sum for using Optis' 4G patents from 2013 to 2027. Apple launches a new celebrity hub that's all about Apple. Apple continues leadership changes, restructuring Apple Music and Global Affairs. New Apple TV+ trailer reveals first ever full-length 'immersive' film. Picks of the Week: Stephen's Picks: The Anker MagGo Power Bank, Ultra Slim & MoFT iPad Dynamic Folio Leo's Pick: ADHD Planner Andy's Pick: Joplin Alex's Pick: Midjourne 7 - Omni Reference Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Stephen Robles Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zocdoc.com/macbreak 1password.com/macbreak Melissa.com/twit storyblok.com/twittv-25 code TWIT25