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MacBreak Weekly covers all things Apple: Leo, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell, and Christina Warren analyze every bit of news from the most interesting company in tech. From AI to Vision Pro, iPad to iPhone, these Apple experts know-all and tell-all. You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month.
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MBW 1033: Liquid Glass Half Full - Apple Sues OpenAI Over Company Secrets
3d ago02:27:15Tap to summarizeApple sues OpenAI! Public beta for iOS 27 & more is now available. Apple seeks to move to the M7 chips quickly. And Apple TV gets a record 87 total Emmy nominations! Apple sues OpenAI, accusing it of stealing company secrets. Apple says former employee exploited 'rare' bug to download confidential files after leaving for OpenAI. Apple's public betas for iOS 27 and more are out now. First Look: iOS 27 & macOS Golden Gate public beta. watchOS 27 public beta is here with Siri AI and smarter Apple Watch features. AirPods firmware beta lets developers use new iOS 27 features. M6 era will last just six months as Apple pushes for AI-focused M7. iPhone 18 Pro Max component costs could jump by nearly $300, per report. No delay to iPhone Ultra, says supply-chain report. Lamborghini App for Vision Pro. Component development for cheaper Apple Vision Pro reportedly scrapped. Emmy Awards 2026: Apple TV just landed a record 87 nominations. Apple TV sets major Comic-Con lineup with Silo, Dark Matter, Widow's Bay, more. Apple TV has a packed lineup of sports premieres coming soon. TV-logging app TV Time is functionally relaunching as parent company pivots to AI. Picks of the Week Jason's Pick: Television Time Andy's Pick: Colorful Life Christina's Pick: GitHub Copilot Desktop A Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell, and Christina Warren 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT zocdoc.com/macbreak hipebl.ai
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MBW 1032: I Like Turtles - The Apple & Epic Fight Continues
1w ago02:24:55Tap to summarizeThe aftermath of Apple's price hikes. Apple is taking its fight against Epic to the Supreme Court. More AI features coming to Apple's Creature Studio. And Apple is showing confidence in its upcoming iPhone Fold, expecting to sell 10 million units! America is having MacBook sticker shock. MacBook price hikes expected to contribute to 13.6% drop in global laptop shipments. Apple weighs buying RAM from two blacklisted Chinese suppliers to curb rising costs. Broadcom and Apple extend custom silicon pact to 2031. iPhone 18 Pro leaks: Qualcomm or Apple C2 model, A20 details, camera upgrades. Apple takes Epic fight over app store fees to the Supreme Court. Tim Cook's government liaison position comes into focus before stepping down as Apple CEO. Apple in Russia's crosshairs again, facing $52M fine for not installing state-required apps. If you wanted more AI in Apple's Creator Studio, Tuesday's update gives it to you. Safari's new MCP server lets coding agents inspect and debug websites. Siri AI can pull info from third-party apps in the latest developer beta. Apple to launch 5 new iPhone models to gain market share amid memory crunch. Confident Apple increases its iPhone Fold orders to 10 million. Apple TV teases major new sci-fi series: Neuromancer. iPhone 17 Pro Max buried in America's 250th anniversary time capsule: to be opened in 2276. Picks of the Week Glenn's Pick: Turtles! Jason's Pick: Default Folder X Andy's Pick: Readest Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Glenn Fleishman 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT
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MBW 1031: It's Girl Math - Apple's Price Spikes on iPads, MacBooks, and Mac Studios
2w ago02:12:20Tap to summarizeNot long after Tim Cook's interview with The Wall Street Journal about price increases for Apple products, Apple raised prices on products such as the MacBook Air, Mac Studio, and iPad! Leaks are coming out about the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro. And could the rumored touch MacBook use M5 chips, with M7 models to follow? Apple raises prices due to memory chip shortage Micron executive Sumit Sadana tells Tim Cook to stop hitting himself. Apple suppliers Samsung, SK hynix & Micron hit by RAM price fixing suit. Apple faced bipartisan opposition when it last lobbied to buy Chinese RAM in 2022. FT reports that Apple is lobbying to buy memory chips from blacklisted Chinese company CXMT. Apple releases macOS, Tahoe iOS, and iPadOS updates focuses on dozens of security fixes. Apple's legal team is striking social media sharing stolen iPhone 18 Pro data. UK ponders copying more EU App Store rules. Half of social media child safety features don't work, report claims. Apple's touch MacBook to Use M5 Pro and Max Chips, with M7 models to follow. Siri AI app on iOS 27 lets users easily switch between Siri and ChatGPT. Apple seemingly killed Siri AI waitlist workaround in macOS 27 beta 2. Apple Music's billions of streams, billions of dollars in fines, and one failure. Three AirDrop vulnerabilities discovered, with Apple working on a full fix. Google pulls the plug on Tenor API, killing GIF pickers around the web. Apple's first cinematic event in 2026 is Everest ascent saga 'Tenzing'. Apple executive in charge of Vision Pro is reportedly leaving for OpenAI. The wedding-conspiracy mill that Taylor Swift built. Picks of the Week Leo's Picks: Cursor & OpenClaw apps, and a MacBook Neo cursor fix Christina's Pick: MKV2MP4 Andy's Pick: UGREEN Tablet Stand Jason's Picks: The Rest is History & "Historical World Cup" Soccer Jersey Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell, and Christina Warren 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT ethos.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit
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MBW 1030: Impulse Pork Lo Mein - More Expensive Apple Products Down the Road?
3w ago02:29:14Tap to summarizeTim Cook signals that the company will likely raise its prices down the road due to the memory chip shortage. Apple's AirPods Pro 3 heart rate sensor is almost as accurate as the one in the Apple Watch. Still waiting to gain access to Siri AI? There's a shortcut to bypass it. And Apple's App Store is logging more data from you than most initially thought, per some security researchers. Apple to raise prices due to memory chip crunch, Tim Cook says. We did the math on why the iPhone 18 Pro could cost $1,299. Why Apple's war chest can't win the memory war. Apple's WebKit performance tax leaves iOS browsers stuck in the slow lane, says Microsoft. Trump says Apple will build chips with Intel in the US. AirPods Pro 3 heart rate sensor nearly matches Apple Watch in accuracy test. iOS 27 Beta 2 adds inline replies to iPhone-to-Android RCS chats. Skip the Siri AI Waitlist on Mac with this Shortcut. The system prompt for "Describe a Shortcut" references a shortcuts language (in Python) – (but that's not what it is - see update). Android 17 can copy more data from iPhone including your iMessage history and homescreen. Apple's App Store search data stores every single keystroke. New unpatchable exploit targets Apple devices with A12 and A13 chips. iPhone users: Be aware of this new 'Apple High Alert' scam. visionOS 27 gives the M5 Vision Pro two unique new advantages. Snap launches $2,195 specs, declaring glasses the next computer. Apple's Latest Vision Pro tool contains traces of defunct game engine 'The Machinery' Picks of the Week Jason's Pick: Apple's Refurb Store Leo's Pick: Yes We Scan Christina's Pick: Orb Stack Andy's Pick: MonoLisa Version 3 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell, and Christina Warren 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: hipebl.ai ethos.com/macbreak webroot.com/twit
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MBW 1029: Intimate Functionalities - Is the New Siri AI Good?
Jun 1702:29:40Tap to summarizeJohn Gruber of Daring Fireball joins the MacBreak Weekly panel this week! A deep dive into Apple's new Siri following WWDC. Why Apple Intelligence & the new Siri are not coming to the EU initially later this year. And could the iPhone Ultra's launch be delayed this year? Private cloud compute severely limited for third party devs. The future of Siri, or: why private inference isn't private enough. I tried Siri AI, and so far it actually works. How much Gemini is really inside Siri AI? The EU's DMA Folly. Reports of iPhone Ultra launch delays are 'false,' says leaker. Apple Vision Pro helped Disney re-engineer a classic EPCOT ride. Under-16 social media ban announced by UK government. Fox to Buy Roku Streaming Service in $25 Billion Deal. Picks of the Week Andy's Pick: Google Earth Flight Simulator for the Web John's Pick: Hovercraft Christina's Pick: Parachute Backup Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Christina Warren Guest: John Gruber 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zocdoc.com/macbreak hipebl.ai
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MBW 1028: The Finder Guy of Your Choosing - Meet the New Siri AI
Jun 1002:16:34Tap to summarizeApple held its big WWDC 2026 keynote and introduced the new Siri AI for iOS 27, with sign-ups now available for the iOS 27 beta. However, Siri AI will be delayed in the EU for iOS and iPadOS 27. Liquid Glass has some opt-in options to roll back elements of the design. And Apple highlights its commitment to child safety with new child-safety features in its operating systems. WWDC 2026: Everything announced on Siri AI, iOS 27, Apple Intelligence and more. iOS 27 tidbits: share a phone number on two iPhones, independent alarm volume, faster AirPlay and more. OS overview - top OS features. Apple previews new child safety features. Introducing the third generation of Apple's foundation models. New dummy units give our closest look yet at the iPhone Fold. visionOS 27 features a new Thórsmörk Environment. Due to DMA, Siri AI delayed in EU for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. No tech rule exemption for Apple, EU regulators say amid spat over Siri AI delay. Picks of the Week Leo's Pick: Optimized Pancakes Andy's Pick: PhotoRec Christina's Pick: Chipotlai Max Mikah's Pick: "The Chaos" (1922) by Gerard Nolst Trenité Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Christina Warren 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: hipebl.ai helixsleep.com/macbreak
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MBW 1027: The Paris of the South Bay - Will WWDC 2026 Be Apple's AI Do-Over?
Jun 302:23:47Tap to summarizeWWDC is happening very soon: Monday, June 9th! Will this WWDC be Apple's AI do-over? Bloomberg gives a potential look into iOS 27. Dell unveils a new XPS 13 that takes aim at Apple's MacBook Neo, albeit at a higher price point. And Amazon will seek to purchase Apple's Globalstar equity after purchasing the company earlier this year. Anticipating WWDC 2026: Apple's AI do-over? Apple to overhaul iOS 27 Siri, AI features: Here's a first peek. First betas of iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 arrive as WWDC draws near. Dell XPS 13 targets MacBook Neo with Intel's Wildcat Lake — $699 starting price, $599 for students. Apple to renew push for AI that runs on devices, instead of the cloud. Latest Apple Glasses leak has me way more excited for the product. Upcoming Beats headphones teased by Lamine Yamal: New design, pink colorway. Here's everything new Apple TV has coming in June. Microsoft is killing Office 2019 for Mac and iPhone, and you can't do much about it. Amazon to purchase Apple's Globalstar satellite equity in upcoming networking deal. Rivian says AI makes debate over CarPlay 'completely obsolete'. What is a Dickover? Cheaper, lighter Apple Vision Pro successor could arrive in late 2028. Picks of the Week Shelly's Pick - Marked 3 Leo's Pick: Halide Camera App Jason's Pick: Designed in California Andy's Pick: Ihnatko.com Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit
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MBW 1026: Double-Wide Mode - How Apple May Lean Into AI Features for Its OS's
May 2702:18:26Tap to summarizeA slow week in Apple news as we wait for WWDC to begin on Monday, June 8th! Apple is seeking a Supreme Court review of the Epic Games case. Apple unveils new accessibility features utilizing Apple Intelligence. And Apple TV used an iPhone 17 Pro to broadcast a MLS match! Apple's Watch and health efforts need reboot to rival new wearables. Apple seeks Supreme Court review of contempt finding and injunction scope in Epic Games case. Apple unveils new accessibility features, and updates with Apple Intelligence. iOS 27 AI voice control: What it tells us about the Siri revamp. Real Madrid immersive documentary on Apple Vision Pro. Apple TV to broadcast first major professional live sporting event shot entirely on iPhone 17 Pro. Picks of the Week Leo's Pick: Insta360 Mic Pro Jason's Picks: Cotypist Andy's Pick: BBEdit 16 Christina's Pick: Hacks TV Series Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell, and Christina Warren 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: cachefly.com/twit
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MBW 1025: Below the Plimsoll Line - WWDC In a Few Weeks!
May 2001:58:50Tap to summarizeHow will Apple follow up on any AI announcements made at WWDC later in June, after Google held its Google I/O keynote? Some leaks of iOS 27's new design could be exciting for a lot of users. And the iPhone 17 is driving Apple's market share within the US, as the overall US smartphone market has declined. Apple's new ChatGPT-like Siri App will have auto-deleting chats. OpenAI is reportedly preparing legal action against Apple; it wouldn't be the first partner to feel burned. Apple explores ways to welcome AI agents in the App Store. The Siri for families Apple will never build. iOS 27's new design leak sounds a lot like what I've been wanting most. iPhone 17 keeps driving Apple marketshare, as US smartphone sales contract. iPhone Ultra is coming: Six new features in Apple's high-end model. Apple's security has been tough to crack. Mythos helped find a way in. Epic Games' 'Fortnite' returns to App Stores worldwide. Meta launches Instants, a new iPhone app and Instagram feature for ephemeral sharing. Spotify adopting Apple's new video podcast tech for easier cross-platform publishing Picks of the Week Christina's Pick: Sentinel Leo's Pick: RetroWin Andy's Pick: Rechargeable Light Bulb Jason's Pick: Mister Plimsoll Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell, and Christina Warren 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: outsystems.com/twit webroot.com/twit
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MBW 1024: Good Talk - Apple Reaches $250 Million Settlement Over Promised AI Capabilities on iPhones
May 1302:06:45Tap to summarizeIf you purchased an iPhone between June 2024 and March 2025, you could receive a payment from the $250 million settlement over Apple's intelligence features on iPhones! Apple could be using Intel chips again in future Apple products. More Mac mini and Mac Studio models are no longer available on the Apple Store. And Apple is now requiring verification for education discounts. US Supreme Court declines to pause order holding Apple in contempt in Epic Games lawsuit. iPhone users could get up to $95 per device as Apple reaches $250M settlement over Siri delays Apple reportedly has a deal to use Intel-made chips again. Intel's stock jumped 13% today over Apple chip manufacturing report Additional Mac mini and Mac Studio models cut from the Apple Store website as AI data centers strain available RAM, SSD supplies Apple requires verification for education discounts, ENDS discounts for k-12 unless you're homeschooled. Tim Cook among CEOs confirmed for President Trump's China trip. More refunds possible for Apple as Trump's 10% global tariffs found illegal too. Apple releases tvOS 26.5, HomePod 26.5, and visionOS 26.5. Apple to make design changes in macOS 27 to address Tahoe quirks. Here's how I finally got Google's uninvited 4GB AI model off my Mac. macOS 27 threatens to bury Time Capsule, FOSS brings a shovel. Apple kicks off new run of A18 Pro chips as MacBook Neo demand exceeds expectations. Not dead yet: Apple Vision still has a future. visionOS 27 will bring these new Vision Pro upgrades. The $1 Steve Jobs coin. Google denies copying Apple's Liquid Glass design for Android. You can purchase Apple's Mac Pro wheels kit for $699. Picks of the Week Leo's Pick: whatcable Christina's Pick: Obsidian's Plugin Site Andy's Pick: Snapseed Photo Editor Jason's Picks: Indigo & Gnome Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell, and Christina Warren 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 audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zocdoc.com/macbreak scribe.how/macbreak
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