Intego Mac Podcast

We discuss January anniversaries for some of our favorite Apple gear, and then a look at what new devices Apple may be planning to introduce during the year. Show Notes: Twenty years of the Mac mini, the little Mac that could Apple Focusing on These Eight New Low-Cost Devices in 2025 No, Siri's "Learn from this app" Setting Is Not Sending Data From Your Apps to Third Parties Apple’s weird iPhone alarm problems are still happening macOS flaw that allowed attackers to bypass core system protections is now fixed Sony BMG copy protection rootkit scandal “Banshee Stealer” Mac malware resurfaced in new campaigns French TV show pulled after ridicule of woman who fell for AI Brad Pitt How to Delete Your Social Media Accounts: Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and More Should you think twice about RedNote as a TikTok alternative? Microsoft January 2025 Patch Tuesday fixes 8 zero-days, 159 flaws Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

The US Federal Communications Commission has introduced a Cyber Trust Mark intended to educate consumers on the security of smart devices. We discuss how it's supposed to work. And we take a look back at the top malware stories from 2024. Show Notes: White House Launches “U.S. Cyber Trust Mark”, Providing American Consumers an Easy Label to See if Connected Devices are Cybersecure U.S. Cyber Trust Mark Apple will pay $95 million to people who were spied on by Siri Cryptocurrency wallet drainers stole $494 million in 2024 Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

A major data breach of U.S. telecoms took place, and very few of them have yet to admit it happened. Age ratings on Apple App Store apps are misapplied for hundreds of apps that are age inappropriate. What's Apple doing about it? iMessage Notification scams are proliferating, and we have another example. And Apple released a lot of hardware this year, and in a way, AI helps us understand why. Show Notes: Apple TV+ free weekend The USB-C charging mandate arrives in the EU — here’s what that means You can love or hate AI, but it’s killed crappy 8GB versions of pricey PCs and Macs Cybersecurity firm's Chrome extension hijacked to steal users' data App Store has hundreds of ‘risky’ apps rated as appropriate for kids More telcos confirm Salt Typhoon breaches as White House weighs in Scammers are committing hospice fraud Apple Launched These 25+ Products This Year How to Use Image Playground and Genmoji on iPhone, iPad, and Mac Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

This week's Intego Mac podcast features a look back at the top security and privacy news of 2024. Show Notes: Apple Security and Privacy in 2024: The Year in Review Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

TikTok is facing serious scrutiny for abetting misinformation campaigns, not just in the US but elsewhere in the world. Are people disinterested in AI? The early verdict on Apple's new AI features might be summed up as "meh". Apple Notification Summaries, which utilize Apple Intelligence, has recently been accused of serious message mangling. And TP-Link routers may be banned in the US due to potential national security risks. Show Notes: Don't believe what you see on TikTok - AirDrop doesn't allow thieves to steal your credit card Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to TikTok ban European Commission opens formal proceedings against TikTok on election risks Most iPhone owners see little to no value in Apple Intelligence so far Apple Intelligence - The Complete Guide BBC complains to Apple over misleading shooting headline Genmoji ad showcases creations that were not made with Apple Intelligence Apple Intelligence | Imagine it. Genmoji it. “Do Not Track” removed from Firefox after 13 years Am I Unique? TP-Link, most popular home internet routers in U.S., may be banned as national security risk Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

New phishing scams use familiar internet services to con potential victims. We have some examples. And we have an overview of Apple's highly anticipated Apple Intelligence features debuting in its latest operating system updates. Show Notes: Beware of fake package delivery texts and e-mails! Here’s what to look for Mac malware masquerades as meeting apps: Realst Stealer is back! MacOS Passwords Alert—New Malware Targets Keychain, Chrome, Brave, Opera Microsoft December 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 1 exploited zero-day, 71 flaws Apple Intelligence – The Complete Guide How to Use Apple Visual Intelligence on iPhone 16 How to use Apple Intelligence Writing Tools to express yourself perfectly How to Use Image Playground and Genmoji on iPhone, iPad, and Mac How to use Clean Up in Apple Photos to delete people or objects Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

Tim Cook gives a rare interview and discusses his future at Apple. Why is the FBI now encouraging the use of encryption in messaging apps? We didn't think they were fans. The Telegram messaging app aims to crack down on the kind of criminal activities Telegram has been known to abet. And ChatGPT bumps up against another ethical and security problem with its so-called Stop Lists. Show Notes: Tim Cook on how long he’ll remain Apple CEO Apple Polishing Cloth Telcos struggle to boot Chinese hackers from networks FBI suggests use of encrypted messaging apps while US faces huge cyberattack from China China’s Hacking Reached Deep Into U.S. Telecoms WhatsApp to Drop Support for These iPhones Starting May 2025 iPhone SE Now Over 1,000 Days Old as New Model Edges Closer Telegram U-turns and joins child safety scheme Hackers abuse popular Godot game engine to infect thousands of PCs Certain names make ChatGPT grind to a halt, and we know why Google Chrome’s AI feature lets you quickly check website trustworthiness Apple Releases iCloud Passwords Add-On for Firefox Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

The Bluesky social media platform's burst in popularity has begun to attract the scammers. The US Department of Justice wants Google to sell its Chrome browser. You'll be amazed by the number of fraud apps researchers are finding every day on your favorite app stores. And we've got a few very last minute tips for shopping Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Show Notes: Is it time to upgrade your Wi-Fi router? Security should be a top priority Don't buy these tech products this Black Friday 8 essential tips for safe holiday shopping online OG HomePods Fail, and Apple Won’t Fix Them Apple supports World Aids Day, donating $5 per qualifying purchase, Nov 29–Dec 8 Apple’s (PRODUCT)RED page Apple share buybacks Independent researcher “Babu” has helped Apple and Google remove 7K fraud apps Fake Apps in iOS App Store Now BlueSky hit with crypto scams as it crosses 20 million users Follow Intego on Bluesky Google Rebrands Switcher App to Lure iPhone Users to Android Meanwhile, Apple’s “Move to iOS” has over 100 million downloads on Google Play U.S. DoJ Wants Google to Sell Chrome Browser Anyone Can Buy Data Tracking US Soldiers and Spies to Nuclear Vaults and Brothels Spies hack Wi-Fi networks in far-off land to launch attack on target next door Black Friday 2024 holiday sales: From November 25 through December 1, save big on Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 — the ultimate Mac protection and utility suite — by using this special link (https://offer.intego.com/Intego_SMP_BlackFriday2024_o0sz64vid). You can also find incredible savings on Intego Privacy Protection VPN via this exclusive link (https://offer.intego.com/cart-redirect?ipp_standalone=1&coupon=PROMOTION2022&aff_id=24194), and Intego Antivirus for Windows via this promo link (https://www.intego.com/lp/route-podcast-intego/?channel=Podcast_Intego&lpx=buy). Share these deals with your friends and family to help them save, too!

We discuss the new security fixes that were rolled out for most Apple devices. Why is Apple spending so much money to make TV shows that not many people are watching? Plus our pointers on buying a new Wi-Fi router. Show Notes: Don't buy these tech products this Black Friday 8 essential tips for safe holiday shopping online Apple security releases Graykey iPhone hacking tool can ‘partially’ access iPhone 16 – but betas protect Apple TV+ spent $20B on original content. If only people actually watched. Apple TV+ will license its movies to other services to reduce losses, per report Apple’s huge stock buyback proves one thing: companies are lousy market timers Wi-Fi specifications for Apple devices Black Friday 2024 holiday sales: From November 25 through December 1, save big on Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 — the ultimate Mac protection and utility suite — by using this special link (https://offer.intego.com/Intego_SMP_BlackFriday2024_o0sz64vid). You can also find incredible savings on Intego Privacy Protection VPN via this exclusive link (https://offer.intego.com/cart-redirect?ipp_standalone=1&coupon=PROMOTION2022&aff_id=24194), and Intego Antivirus for Windows via this promo link (https://www.intego.com/lp/route-podcast-intego/?channel=Podcast_Intego&lpx=buy). Share these deals with your friends and family to help them save, too!

We discuss the newest Apple Intelligence features rolling out in Apple's latest betas; we weren't exactly thrilled with some of the image tools. Apple's M4 processor is coming to every Mac. Will this be the new default requirement for future features? And we have a hands on look at Apple's new M4 iMac. Show Notes: Portraits of Kirk’s cats, as generated by Apple’s Image Playground beta What the Apple Intelligence Image Playground beta thinks Josh looks like Apple AI notification summaries exist; rarely useful, often hilarious AI Companies Reportedly Struggling to Improve Latest Models Apple will likely be updating every Mac with M4, which hasn’t happened in over a decade Apple Quietly Introduced iPhone Reboot Code Which is Locking Out Cops 99 reasons you need Mac antivirus: a plethora of stealer malware Hackers now use ZIP file concatenation to evade detection Apple M4 iMac: Hands-On Review Microsoft Fixes 90 New Flaws, Including 2 Actively Exploited Bugs Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

The well-respected photo editing app Pixelmator has been purchased by Apple; are its creative tools coming to Apple Photos? Apple expands Apple Intelligence features in the latest betas of its operating systems. And speaking of Apple Intelligence, Apple's own commercials paint its users as not so intelligent. Show Notes: You can trick Apple Intelligence into following sensitive prompts if they sound “happy” Apple acquires Pixelmator: “A new home for Pixelmator” How to install App Store apps on an external SSD Apple's New USB-C Accessories Require macOS Sequoia, Don't Work Properly With macOS 15.2 Beta In Apple’s new ads for AI tools, we’re all total idiots Security research on Private Cloud Compute LastPass warns of fake support centers trying to steal customer data LastPass password manager suffers massive data breach Google fixes two Android zero-days used in targeted attacks Android 15’s theft protection features keep your device and data safe Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

We take a look at the brand new gear just released by Apple: M4 iMacs, Mac minis, and MacBook Pros, and we talk about the latest operating system updates, which include the first Apple Intelligence tools. Show Notes: Apple releases macOS Sequoia 15.1, iOS 18.1, and more, with security updates How to Install Apple Beta Software for macOS Sequoia, iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, and tvOS 11 Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

A few last minute thoughts before next week's Apple product announcements. We take a look at Apple Pay marking its 10th year as an Apple financial service. And we've got a hands-on with Apple's Writing Tools, part of the new suite of Apple Intelligence features. Show Notes: Apple celebrates 10 years of Apple Pay Apple will let verified businesses display logos in apps like Mail, Phone, and Wallet Apple expands tools to help businesses connect with customers About BIMI support in Apple Mail Apple’s AirPods Pro hearing health features are as good as they sound How to use Distraction Control in Safari to remove unwanted web page elements French publishers try again to get Apple to drop Distraction Control Porn blackmail "sextortion" emails: Have you been hacked? A new scam AI scam bots are trying to “recover” your Gmail account How to use Apple Intelligence writing tools How to get Apple Intelligence on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

Apple's latest iPad mini refresh leaves some critics wanting more. If Apple plans a product event in the near future, what will get updated and what won't? And we've got some tips on using Apple's new iPhone Mirroring feature. Show Notes: iPad mini (A17) Which iPad Is Best for You in 2024? Which Apple Pencil works with my iPad? iPhone had best ever Q3 for Apple, nearly topped Samsung globally per report USB-C and Thunderbolt: Understanding Ports and Cables for Macs, iPhones, and iPads Apple Slowly Moves Away From Its Annual Product Release Strategy How to Use iPhone Mirroring and iPhone Notifications on Mac, and Why You Should Broken Mirror: iPhone Mirroring at Work May Expose Employees’ Personal Information Meet the all-new Kindle family, including the first colour Kindle Porch Pirates Are Stealing AT&T iPhones Delivered by FedEx Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

This week we discuss a bevy of not-so-good for Google stories; an Anker product to beware of; and thoughts about anticipated new Apple product announcements. Show Notes: Multiple Russian YouTubers apparently unbox the not-yet-announced MacBook Pro M4 Competing rumors differ on if the Apple Ring is dead or about to be born Apple may not be making a Smart Ring right now after all Industry reacts to Everyday Plastic report (and what it says about AirTags) Two repeat offenders caught driving a stolen car in Waterbury (thanks to AirPods) Google must crack open Android for third-party stores in U.S., rules Epic judge Google faces US government attempt to break it up Google is testing verified checkmarks in search Our Android App Is Frozen in Carbonite End of the Road for Google Drive in Transmit These Anker battery packs are a fire hazard; stop using them right away Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

Apple patches a security vulnerability in one of its most popular Windows apps. Scam banking and finance apps continue to be a scourge on the App Store. And we've got more hands-on experience with the latest Apple Watch and iPhone, and some tips on what to check when transferring data to a new iPhone. Show Notes: About the security content of iTunes 12.13.3 for Windows Industry reacts to Everyday Plastic report (and what it says about AirTags) Two repeat offenders caught driving a stolen car in Waterbury (thanks to AirPods) Perplexity announces a Mac app… but watch out Fake Apps in iOS App Store How to Use iPhone Mirroring and iPhone Notifications on Mac, and Why You Should - The Mac Security Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

We discuss what's patched in Apple's latest operating systems, and more importantly, some of what isn't. Models of some brand name TVs are phoning home with screenshots of your viewing habits. Telegram changes its terms of service in a way which won't make criminals happy. And of course, we're hands on with Apple's new Watch and iPhone. Show Notes: macOS Sequoia and iOS 18: What Apple patched—and what they didn’t Apple neglects to fix “fake headlines” bug usable for election interference Watching TV with the Second-Party: A First Look at Automatic Content Recognition Tracking in Smart TVs Telegram will now hand over IP addresses, phone numbers of suspects to cops Warrant canary Review: Apple Watch Series 10, Larger, Thinner, Easier to Read Review: iPhone 16 Pro, Small Upgrade with Big New Features Coming Soon? Apple Intelligence: Why most users won’t get it Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

We discuss what's new in the latest Apple operating system updates, including security patches and our favorite features. We talk about a change to Apple ID that everyone needs to know about. And we take a special look at the Passwords app, which many users may start seeing for the first time. Show Notes: Apple Account Apple pauses iPadOS 18 rollout for M4 iPad Pro after “bricking” complaints How to Install macOS Sequoia on Unsupported Macs, for Security Improvements How to use Apple’s Passwords app, on iPhone, iPad, and Mac iOS 18 bug in Messages causes repeated app crash, fix can require data loss Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

We discuss all the new products Apple announced in its Glowtime event: the iPhone 16, Apple Watch and, and AirPods. Show Notes: Apple Introduces iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10, and New AirPods The Complete Guide to Apple Watch Bands in 2024: Sizing, Styles, and More AirPods Pro hearing aid upgrade hits stocks of major brands AirPods hearing aid feature is going to challenge social norms, and company policies How to trade in (or sell) your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.

A European Union consumer advocate describes how Apple fails to comply with DMA. An explanation why Touch ID doesn't always work: you may have negligible fingerprints. It's possible to receive a damaged iPhone replacement instead of a repaired one. And trading in your Apple devices might be a good idea right now, because prices are looking good. Show Notes: EU Consumer Group Summarizes How Apple Fails to Comply With DMA Most iPhone buyers prioritize need over new features in latest upgrades Struggling to Unlock Your Phone? You Might Have Lost Your Fingerprints macOS Version of HZ RAT Backdoor Targets Chinese Messaging App Users Cheana Stealer Strikes: Windows & macOS VPN Users Under Attack Apple Repaired My iPhone Screen, but Now My Social Media Account Is Banned DeviceCheck framework How to trade in (or sell) your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch How to securely dispose of your old iPhone or iPad Sextortion Scams Now Include Photos of Your Home Why some homeowners are blurring their house on Google Maps Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protection and utility suite for your Mac. Download a free trial now at intego.com, and use this link for a special discount when you're ready to buy.