MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

TikTok is back up but unavailable for download in the App Store and Google Play Store. Could Apple be making Wi-Fi routers again? Is Goldman Sachs eyeing an early exit from Apple's partnership with the Apple Card? And it's been nearly one year since the Vision Pro was available for pre-order. TikTok is partially back online in the US, but it's not back in the App Store yet. Apple might start making Wi-Fi routers again, but in a way you wouldn't expect. Redesigned Apple Mail app coming to Mac and iPad in April. Apple Card's future in question as Goldman Sachs CEO eyes early exit. 'Severance': Apple TV+ series has made more than $200M for streamer. He didn't respond... so they kicked the door down – Tim Cook reveals how the Apple Watch saved his father's life. Tony Fadell wanted Apple to buy Sonos; Steve wanted to sue it. Apple makes it easy to donate to Red Cross's LA Wildfire relief efforts. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: SuperWhisper Alex's Pick: nuphy Air75 v2 Portable Andy's Picks: Letterboxd and the 500th episode of the Material Podcast Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/macbreak zscaler.com/security

Leaked CarPlay 2 UI Widgets were discovered in an EU database, Apple is planning a plethora of products to be launched in 2025, and TSMC's Arizona chip plant is nearing Apple certification. Talking about the Apple Watch Ultra 3 that is rumored to be coming out later this year. CarPlay 2 custom widgets UI revealed as Apple continues development. Vision Pro 2 won't release in 2025, but lower-cost headset is 'ramping up'. Apple's 2025 Plan: iPhone Overhaul, Smart Home Push and AI Catch-up`. Mark Zuckerberg slams Apple in Joe Rogan interview: 'They haven't invented anything great in a while'. Apple's board recommends shareholders vote against proposal to eliminate diversity programs. TSMC's Arizona chip plant nears Apple approval, but will never rival Taiwan. Apple donating to LA wildfire recovery & allowing affected Apple Card holders to delay payments. Apple CEO Tim Cook's total compensation rose 18% to $74.6 million last year. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: CalDigit TS4 Dock Andy's Pick: Pentel Prestol Correction Pen Alex's Pick: Air Table Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT bitwarden.com/twit zscaler.com/security zocdoc.com/macbreak

The MacBreak Weekly crew celebrates the 25th anniversary of Mac OS X, discusses Apple's $95 million settlement over Siri privacy concerns, and shares their thoughts on new gaming capabilities coming to the Vision Pro headset. The hosts also debate the future of Google search in light of the US government's antitrust case and touch on the possibility of non-invasive glucose monitoring coming to the Apple Watch. • Release of iOS and iPadOS 16.3.1 with important bug fixes and security updates • 25th anniversary of Mac OS X and its importance in providing a modern, Unix-based foundation that became the basis for Apple's other operating systems • Apple's $95 million settlement over Siri privacy concerns related to accidental recordings, while maintaining that user data was never sold or used for marketing • Speculation on why Apple is unlikely to create its own search engine, particularly due to its lucrative deal with Google and the economic risks involved • Concerns over Apple's AI-generated news summaries sometimes being wildly inaccurate, prompting calls for the company to suspend the feature until it can be improved • Expansion of Apple Fitness+ with new workouts and integration with the Strava workout tracking platform • The gang discusses the ethical implications of Apple potentially securing exclusive rights to non-invasive blood glucose monitoring on the Apple Watch • Nvidia announcing upcoming support for its GeForce Now game streaming service on the Vision Pro headset, plus the ability to use the device for capturing movement to train AI for robotics • 'Wicked' director Jon M. Chu used Apple Vision Pro during the film's post-production process Picks of the Week: • Leo: Ghostty - a macOS terminal with metal integration • Jason: Govee Christmas Lights 2, programmable LED lights for festive decoration • Alex: iPhone Cinematic mode, which allows for impressive video capture and post-production focus adjustments • Andy: Anker's new 140W 4-port charger, offering fast charging capabilities for multiple devices simultaneously Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security Melissa.com/twit cachefly.com/twit

Join us as we take a look back at some of MacBreak Weekly's best moments from 2024: The Vision Pro finally arrives, but someone on the panel is less than enthuastic about it. The Apple Car is suddenly no more! Department of Justice files an Antitrust Lawsuit against Apple. Apple announces the M4 chip. Apple's finally makes its foray into AI with Apple Intelligence. The Vision Pro Jingle is born. People finally started receiving their settlement payments over the butterfly keyboard lawsuit. Plus, the last recording of MacBreak Weekly in the Eastside Studio and the retirement of Jammer B. Why is Apple waiting to release Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1. Apple announces the new M4 Mac mini with a much smaller form factor. Host: Leo Laporte Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: cachefly.com/twit

Blackmagic debuts a new 3D camera to capture video for the Vision Pro, which gets Alex Lindsay very giddy. King Charles III visits Apple's headquarters in the U.K. What does the panel think of iOS 18.2? And is Apple working on a new, folding iPad? Blackmagic debuts $30K 3D camera for capturing video for Vision Pro. His Majesty King Charles III visits Apple's U.K. headquarters. Tim Cook dines with Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Tim Cook impressed King Charles with this specific iOS 18.2 feature. iOS 18.2/macOS 15.2 Review: Picture not so perfect? BBC complains to Apple over misleading shooting headline. Keynote, Pages, and Numbers get Apple Intelligence features. Apple's new vision for computing is a giant foldable iPad. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Mic Drop Alex's Pick: Shokz OpenSwim Andy's Pick: 'Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas" Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: zocdoc.com/macbreak

Is Apple working on its own modem for cellular connection? Reports suggest that Apple is working with Sony on the development of hand controllers for the Vision Pro. And Apple snagged several Golden Globes nominations, with 'Slow Horses' and 'Disclaimer' leading the way. Apple prepares three-year modem rollout in bid to outdo Qualcomm. Apple explores Macs, headsets with built-in cellular data. Brazilian court overturns injunction imposed on Apple's App Store. Rumor: OLED MacBook Pro without a notch coming in 2026? Seems fishy per Andy. Tim Cook wants Apple to literally save your life. Apple reportedly collaborating with Sony to bolster VR gaming on Vision Pro. Stevie Wonder demoed the Apple Vision Pro, according to CEO Tim Cook: "It's always great to get feedback from Stevie". Transforming Porsche media events with spatial computing. Jason bought an M4 Max MacBook Pro. 'Slow Horses' and 'Disclaimer' lead Apple's Golden Globes nominations. How to watch 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' for free in 2024. MLS Commissioner Don Garber talks Apple subscribers, Messi and growth of soccer. Apple wraps 'F1' filming with Cook in Abu Dhabi. Tinkerer brings this retro-futuristic Mac concept to life. Affordable third-party Mac Studio storage upgrades coming in 2025. M4 Mac mini was almost even smaller, but design compromises were made. Apple Pay's first competitor on the iPhone has arrived in Norway. Apple sued by two victims for failing to curtail child sexual abuse material on iCloud. Impersonators are claiming laptops at Apple stores before real owners can pick them up. FBI warns iPhone and Android users—stop sending texts. Picks of the Week: Alex's Pick: Programming with ChatGPT Andy's Pick: Patrick Stewart's "A Christmas Carol" one-man show Jason's Pick: Festivitas Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

The finalists for the 2024 App Store Awards are out now. Is your favorite app on the list? visionOS 2.2 is out with some updates that add more value to the Vision Pro. A special stop-motion animation with Wallace & Gromit was shot with Apple's iPhone 16 Pro. And the panel reminisces on a classic game now available for the iPad. Apple reveals 45 app and game finalists for the 2024 App Store Awards. AI-powered 'Death Clock' promises a more exact prediction of the day you'll die. Data brokers may be banned from selling your social security number. NFL's Gronk calls Apple his best-ever investment. visionOS 2.2 brings three upgrades that make Vision Pro a next-gen computer. Apple in talks to upgrade a sports stadium for live Vision Pro immersive video. Apple nudges HomeKit robot vacuum support rollout to next year. Wallace & Gromit bring Christmas cheer to London's Battersea Power Station. Apple Music Replay 2024 is live. You can now wear Apple's running shoe emoji. Brazilian company still believes it owns the 'iPhone' trademark as it awaits trial. iPhone SE now over 1,000 days old as new model edges closer. Apple orders M5 chips from TSMC ahead of late 2025 production. Picks of the Week: Jason's Picks: Simply Piano on Apple Vision Pro Andy's Pick: Classicbot Apple figures. Alex's Pick: Anker 250W GaN Prime USB C Charging Station Leo's Pick: Marathon for iPad Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: e-e.com/twit

Alex Lindsay has some thoughts on the Concert for One Vision Pro immersive video. Following the movie's debut on Apple TV+, what's going on with Jon Watts and the 'Wolfs' sequel? And what could be Apple's plan to make Apple Intelligence available in the Chinese market? Concert for One - An Apple TV+ immersive experience. Drake ropes Siri into his feud with rival Kendrick Lamar, for some reason. Jon Watts explains demise of George Clooney & Brad Pitt 'Wolfs' sequel after streaming pivot. Incoming FCC chief Brendan Carr declares Apple, Microsoft, Facebook, Google part of "censorship cartel..." How Tim Cook cracked the code on working with Trump. Brazil antitrust body rules Apple must lift restrictions on in-app payments. The App Store era must end, and the Mac is the model. Indecision at the intersection of Mac Studio and Mac mini. Picks of the Week: Jason's Picks: Good Eats Roast Turkey & Traeger 650 Alex's Pick: Good Eats Deep Fried Turkey Leo's Pick: Combustion Predictive Thermometer Andy's Pick: Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: cachefly.com/twit

Could Apple be ramping up its efforts to bolster itself in the smart home market? Apple released Final Cut Pro 11 with new features. The M4 MacBook Pro quietly got a quantum dot display over an LCD display. And Apple releases updates to iOS 18 and macOS that you should update to if you haven't yet! Apple's next device is an AI wall tablet for home control, Siri and video calls. Apple's fiscal 2024 in charts. Apple releases updates to Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for the Mac and iPad. Apple quietly gave the M4 MacBook Pro a quantum dot display. Apple faces UK 'iCloud monopoly' compensation claim worth $3.8 billion. Apple removes another RFE/RL app at request of Russian regulator. Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 with 'important security fixes' for iPhone. PSA: iPhone users receiving AppleCare+ refunds multiple years after Apple trade-in. Top execs explain Apple's chip philosophy: 'We are not a merchant silicon company, trying to leave nothing on the table'. Apple offers $100M to undo Indonesia iPhone 16 ban. Trump's tariff proposal could add $240 to the cost of an iPhone. Here's the math. Discriminatory job ads for iPhone workers ended after Reuters report; Apple didn't comment. Apple now sells its own Apple News ads for the first time. Apple shares the most popular podcasts of 2024. Apple debuts The Weeknd: Open Hearts, the first-of-its-kind immersive music experience for Apple Vision Pro. Porch pirates appear to be accessing AT&T data to track iPhone deliveries. Apple seemingly discontinuing lightning to headphone jack adapter introduced alongside iPhone 7. Picks of the Week: Alex's Pick: Kondor Blue USB-C Mobile Andy's Picks: Charlie Brown Thanksgiving & Feedbin Jason's Picks: ReadKit & Unread Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/macbreak zocdoc.com/macbreak

Leo got his M4 Mac mini! A new code has been introduced to iPhones that will reboot the device after not being unlocked for a period of time. The panel celebrates the 23rd anniversary of the iPod. And is Apple getting into the security camera & smart home hub spaces following reports from Ming-Chi Kuo and Mark Gurman? Review: M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis are probably Apple's best Mac minis ever. Apple quietly introduced iPhone reboot code which is locking out cops. Apple launched the iPod 23 years ago, and changed the world. Apple reportedly shipping a security camera in 2026. With AI, the future of augmented reality is in your ears. Misguided Apple Intelligence ads. Breaking news: Apple Home Hub detailed: Apple Intelligence, HomeOS, square iPad-like design. Picks of the Week: Leo's Pick: An A-Z Index of the Apple macOS Command Line Jason's Pick: Balatro Andy's Pick: Black Diamond Storm 450 Headlamp Alex's Pick: Blackmagic Resolve Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com 1password.com/macbreak

As expected following the end of last week's MacBreak Weekly, Apple announced the new M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max MacBook Pros. Jason recaps the results of Apple's Q424. And Apple acquires Pixelmator. Early Apple M4 Pro and M4 Max benchmarks hint at a massive performance boost. Apple's new MacBook Pro features the incredibly powerful M4 family of chips and ushers in a new era with Apple Intelligence. Apple finally finds its gaming console with the new Mac mini. First M4 Max benchmark tears apart the M2 Ultra Mac Studio. Apple's Q424 results: $95B revenue–with a twist. A new home for Pixelmator. Per Ming-Chi Kuo: "Cheaper Vision Pro" delayed beyond 2027." Apple explores push into smart glasses with 'Atlas' user study Apple is buying 20 percent of its iPhone satellite services partner. US Consumer Finance Protection Bureau orders Apple and Goldman Sachs to pay over $89 million for Apple Card failures. Rumor: Apple developing 90Hz display tech for iPad Air, Studio Display, and iMac. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Everlights Alex's Pick: ESI Neva Duo Andy's Pick: Tot Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: veeam.com e-e.com/twit 1password.com/macbreak

It's new Mac week, and Apple is rolling out three new products. The new M4 iMac and Mac Mini have already been announced, and an updated MacBook Pro with the M4 chips is expected Wednesday. Apple Intelligence is now live with the iOS 18.1 update. Are you able to access Apple's AI yet? And Apple is rolling out the next wave of Apple Intelligence features in the iOS 18.2 beta. Apple unveils the new iMac with M4, supercharged by Apple Intelligence and available in fresh colors. Tim Cook is likely visiting China to bolster support for Apple Intelligence, analysts say. Apple ships $6 billion of iPhones from India in big China shift. Apple's all-new Mac mini is more mighty, more mini, and built for Apple Intelligence. Apple Intelligence goes live with iOS 18.1 update. Apple Intelligence .1 Review: A small start of something big? Apple Intelligence Isn't Very Smart Yet—and Apple's OK With That. Apple releases second wave of Intelligence features via new developer betas. Apple wins $250, but little else, at trial on watch patents. 'Oregon Trail' Action-Comedy Movie In Development at Apple. Starbucks to shutter downtown San Francisco storefront after 30 years Picks of the Week: Alex's Pick: Inkbird Pool Thermometer Andy's Pick: Don Giller's (Donz) Teri Garr Collection On Letterman Jason's Pick: Fright Night (1985) Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: zocdoc.com/macbreak

Updates to the iMac, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini are imminent. Are the AirPods Pro hearing health features actually good? Apple celebrates 10 years of Apple Pay. And Jason Snell shares his review of the new iPad Mini. From Gurman: Mac launch still expected after iPad mini press release. Apple's AirPods Pro hearing health features are as good as they sound. Tim Cook on why Apple's huge bets will pay off. Apple celebrates 10 years of Apple Pay. iPad mini 2024 review: A familiar friend gets an A.I. refresh. The FCC will soon require all hearing aids and phones to work together. Seven years on, Iowa's Apple data center finally opens. Apple headset stalls, struggles to attract killer apps in first year. Why surgeons are wearing the Apple Vision Pro In operating rooms. Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: Casio Tidew Graph WS-1700H Alex's Pick: Anker Prime 27 Power Bank Jason's Picks: DaVinci Resolve & AutoPod Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/macbreak threatlocker.com cachefly.com/twit

New, refreshed iPad Minis were suddenly announced Tuesday morning! What does this mean for a possible Apple October event? What are Apple's future plans for the smart home market? Alex and Jason both saw Apple's new immersive short film, Submerged, and both have interesting takes on it. Apple introduces powerful new iPad mini built for Apple Intelligence. iOS 18.1 includes option to set 'primary' email address and change iCloud email. Man learns he's being dumped via "dystopian" AI summary of texts. iPhone 16 Pro review: Control before Intelligence. LLMs don't do formal reasoning - and that is a HUGE problem. SpaceX pulls off unprecedented feat, grabs descending rocket with mechanical arms. Apple's Dan Riccio, key executive in both the Jobs and Cook eras, to retire. "Submerged" brings immersive narrative to Vision Pro. Here's Apple's lineup of new Immersive Video content coming soon to Vision Pro. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: PolyCapture Alex's Pick: Sonic Sunshine Benefit Andy's Pick: Erika Moen's "Art In The Public Domain" on Bluesky Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com 1password.com/macbreak

Leaks of the rumored upcoming M4 MacBook Pro have flooded social media. iOS 18.1 is being released on October 28th with Apple Intelligence coming with the update. And could a new iPhone SE be coming next year? Apple M4 Macbook Pro leaks become a flood as 200 units reportedly up for sale via social media. Apple potentially facing worst leak since iPhone 4 was left in a bar. Apple reportedly releasing iOS 18.1 with Apple Intelligence features on October 28. Apple slowly moves away from its annual product release strategy. Did Apple just kill social apps? Cupertino wins a battle but loses the war over California's Apple tax ruling. Apple will reportedly debut its in-house 5G modem with the iPhone SE 4. Apple releases trailer for Submerged, the first Apple immersive video short film. Christian Selig's unofficial YouTube app for the Vision Pro just got taken down. The hearing aid revolution that wasn't. Picks of the Week: Alex's Picks: Connect Carolina & Insta360 Link Jason's Pick: StopTheMadness Pro Andy Picks: Jetbrains Mono & CodingFont.com Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: veeam.com

A classic news source for Apple information is shutting down. Following Meta's showcase of its latest Quest 3S headset, Gurman believes Apple has lost its way with the Vision Pro. And following Gurman's report, what could the future be for the Vision Pro? - iMore is shutting down. - Apple to donate towards Hurricane Helene relief efforts, Tim Cook says. - Meta's new headsets show Apple has lost its way with the Vision Pro. - Meta and Apple: Same game, different rules. - AI spatial computing to be the main selling point for new M5-powered Vision Pro; new Apple suppliers like Zhaowei in focus. - James Cameron joins board of Stability AI in coup for tech firm. - Second judge implies Apple lied in Epic lawsuit; denies request. - Apple asks US judge to toss App Store injunction. - The iPhone 16 Pro Camera review: Control. - Peanuts 'Charlie Brown' holiday specials streaming on Apple TV+ now, with free viewing select dates. Picks of the Week: - Alex's Pick: Tally ATEM - Jason's Pick: Croissant - Andy Pick: Sunsama Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: e-e.com/twit 1password.com/macbreak veeam.com

The panel talks about the new iPhone 16s, with some having the devices in hand. Why was the Halide camera app initially rejected from the App Store? Apple has updated its vintage and obsolete list: Is your device on the list now? The upcoming 28 Years Later film was apparently shot on the iPhone 15. Apple TV+ got 10 Emmys. iFixit tears down the iPhone 16. From Ming-Chi Kuo: Estimates of first weekend of new iPhone sales. Halide rejected from the App Store because it doesn't explain why the camera takes photos. iPhone 16 firmware can now be restored wirelessly from another iPhone. Apple working to fix iPadOS 18 bug that bricked M4 iPad Pro. Firefox no longer works after upgrading to macOS Sequoia. Apple adds these 12 Macs to vintage and obsolete products lists. RCS-enhanced iMessage in iOS 18 still has security issues when adding Android users. Wear OS watches might soon have an edge when it comes to blood oxygen. Apple Vision Pro's eye tracking exposed what people type. Oprah buys back her Apple TV+ documentary to lock it away. 28 Years Later: Danny Boyle's new zombie flick was shot on an iPhone 15. Apple TV+ gets GLAAD's only failing grade in annual LGBTQ representation study. Apple TV+ bags 10 Emmys, including first for Slow Horses. Apple Music Classical 2.0 adds thousands of full album booklets. Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: Flightaware Live iPhone Tracker Alex's Pick: The Noun Project Jason's Pick: Small USB to USB C Adapters for travel Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: zocdoc.com/macbreak

It's Apple OS release week! iOS 18, visionOS 2, watchOS 11, and other Apple operating systems are out. What are the new features in iOS 18? And the Apple Watch's sleep apnea detection gets FDA approval. iOS 18 is available today, making iPhone more personal and capable than ever. In iOS 18, Photos brings Collections to the fore. Stolen iPhones will be even more useless from iOS 18 onwards. Apple Sports adds Live Activities in iOS 18 for easy score tracking. New iOS 17, macOS 14 updates for the upgrade-averse. macOS Sequoia 15.0 review: The opening act. visionOS 2 for Apple Vision Pro is available today. watchOS 11 is available today. Apple Watch sleep apnea detection gets FDA approval. tvOS 18 is now available. FDA authorizes first over-the-counter hearing aid software. Picks of the Week: Alex's Pick: Small Rig NP-F970 Doc's Pick: Scenery.video Andy's Pick: SixColors Tenth Anniversary Hosts: Jason Snell, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Doc Rock Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/macbreak threatlocker.com cachefly.com/twit

iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4, new features for the Apple Watch and AirPods Pro, and when is Apple Intelligence coming? Apple debuts iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 16 gets two new buttons and a new camera layout. Apple's AI rollout is too staggered to spur iPhone "Super Cycle". Introducing Apple Watch Series 10. Apple introduces groundbreaking health features to support conditions impacting billions of people. How Apple Watch sleep apnea detection works and why it matters. Apple introduces AirPods 4 and the world's first all-in-one hearing health experience with AirPods Pro 2. Apple's AirPods 4 launch with two model variants: one with noise-cancelling, one without. Apple will release iOS 18, macOS 15, iPadOS 18, other updates on September 16. Apple Intelligence comes to iPhone, iPad, and Mac starting next month. Apple must pay 13 billion euros in back taxes, EU's top court rules. Kuo: Apple's 5G modem to rapidly roll out in iPhones starting next year. All the gorgeous San Francisco locations in Apple's "It's Glowtime" event Picks of the Week: Andy's Picks: Reeder.app & NetNewsWire Mikah's Pick: Belkin AIrPods Cleaning Kit Shelly's Pick: AppleVis & BeMyEyes Hosts: Jason Snell and Andy Ihnatko Guests: Shelly Brisbin and Mikah Sargent Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1password.com/macbreak veeam.com

Could the next Mac Mini lose all of its USB-A ports? Did Apple shape a part of a Child Safety Bill? Will a new iPhone SE with an OLED display be announced? Plus, is there an actual rule with Apple that disallows villains in movies or TV shows from using an iPhone? - Apple's succession strategy; M4 Mac Mini; cheaper iPad Magic Keyboard. - Who is John Ternus, the Apple exec tipped to take over from Tim Cook? - Apple helped nix part of a child safety bill. More fights are expected. - iPhone SE 4 will finally ditch LCD for OLED in early 2025. - Rumor: Apple developing updated Magic Keyboard for entry-level iPad, iPad Air units. - Jennifer in paradise: the story of the first Photoshopped image. - Apple and Nvidia in talks to invest in OpenAI. - Is Apple's 'No Villain Clause' for iPhones on-screen real? The truth about the tech company's rule for movies and TV shows. - Today in Apple history: Woz stages an epic concert Picks of the Week: - Alex Pick: Streamvoodoo Camera - Andy's Pick: Raindrop.io Bookmark Manager - Jason's Pick: LaMetric Time Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: veeam.com e-e.com/twit