MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

• MBW 960: Backpack Week - iPhone 16E, M4 MacBook Air, Vision Pro's NBA AR App

  The MacBreak Weekly crew discusses the latest Apple rumors and news, including the impending iPhone SE release, a potential new M4 MacBook, and the brief integration of Netflix with Apple TV. The panel also debates Apple Intelligence's importance in the overall Apple ecosystem. • Rumors suggest Apple may soon release an updated iPhone SE, possibly called the iPhone 16E, with an A18 chip to support Apple Intelligence • Speculation about a redesigned iPhone 17 with a camera bar similar to Google Pixel phones • Apple's progress in Apple Intelligence and its potential impact on various aspects of the ecosystem. • The brief integration of Netflix with the Apple TV app, which was quickly pulled back, possibly due to ongoing negotiations or a planned rollout • A potential new 27-inch mini-LED backlit Studio Display and updates to the MacBook Air with an M4 chip. • China's efforts to hamper iPhone production in India by tightening control over key technologies and limiting engineer travel • TikTok is back on app stores after a letter from the US Attorney General, though the hosts question if the letter provides sufficient reassurance • Apple is finally letting users merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations • The panel's perspective on the iPad vs. Mac debate, inspired by Matt Gemmell's article detailing his switch back to the Mac after 8 years of iPad-only use • The NBA's updated Apple Vision Pro app features a 3D tabletop view, offering an immersive experience for fans • Apple Intelligence, a new Spatial showcase app, and an enhanced Guest mode are rumored to be coming to the Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update as soon as April Picks of the Week: • Andy's Pick: Tom Bihn Synapse 25 Backpack • Jason's Pick: Bellroy Transit Workpack • Leo's Pick: TUMI Backpacks • Alex's Pick: Tactical 5.11 Rush24 Backpack 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: zscaler.com/security 1password.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

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• MBW 959: A Bricolage of Features - iOS 18.3.1, Powerbeats Pro 2, F1

  Apple pushes out iOS and iPad 18.3.1 to fix a security flaw. Could the iPhone SE 4 be released soon, possibly after this episode of MBW goes out? A bug has re-enabled Apple Intelligence in the recent iOS 18.3.1 and macOS 15.3.1 updates when some users opted out of using the service. And Apple released new Powerbeats Pro 2 with new features, including heart rate monitoring. About the security content of iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1. U.K. orders Apple to let it spy on users' encrypted accounts. Apple removed apps infested with screen reading malware. Apple's long-awaited overhaul of iPhone SE nears release. Spigen accidentally reveals iPhone SE 4 design: bigger screen, action button, and more. Bug in macOS and iOS updates re-enables Apple Intelligence for some who'd opted out. Powerbeats Pro 2 debut with heart rate monitoring, H2 chip, active noise cancellation, and more. Apple reportedly 'passed over' DeepSeek as Apple Intelligence partner. Could the trade fight take a bite out of Apple? Unlocking Apple Immersive video quality for all. One year with the Vision Pro. Apple's F1 movie teaser debuts during Super Bowl pregame. Picks of the Week: Alex's Pick: Magic Room Andy's Pick: Forklift 4 Jason's Pick: TRMNL 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: get.stash.com/macbreak joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT 1password.com/macbreak

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• MBW 958: You Can't Handle the Sharks! - Q1 2025, Apple Invites, 'The You You Are'

  Apple releases its first-quarter results. Apple has reportedly canceled work on Mac-connected augmented reality glasses. What is Hot Tub, an app that was approved in the EU through the approved alternative app store, AltStore PAL? And you can listen to Dr. Ricken's book, 'The You You Are', from Severance. Apple reports first quarter results. Apple's Invites invites you to send invitations. Apple in 2024: The Six Colors report card. Apple and SpaceX link up to support Starlink satellite network on iPhones. Apple scraps work on Mac-connected augmented reality glasses. Mark Gurman on X: "A notable change coming to AppleCare+ next week..." Hot Tub, the first native iPhone porn app, arrives in EU. 25 years of The Sims turning players into gods. Twitterrific team launches new 'Tapestry' iPhone app for Bluesky, Mastodon, RSS, more. Everyone knows your location. How Apple Vision Pro is finding a home in medicine. Dr. Ricken's Severance book, 'The You You Are,' now available in free excerpt. Stage adaptation of AppleTV+ show "Schmigadoon!" opens at Kennedy Center, with new songs. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Hazel 6 Alex's Pick: Sennhesier Ambeo + Sound Devices MixPre Andy's Picks: New Pebble! 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 zocdoc.com/macbreak zscaler.com/security

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• MBW 957: Slap and Flop - Siri, iOS 18.3 Update, Apple Music

  What's going on with Siri? iOS 18.3 update is out now, along with a fix to a zero-day flaw. You can buy iPhones on eBay with TikTok installed on them as TikTok is still not available for download on the App Store. And on January 27th, 2010, Steve Jobs unveiled the iPad at an Apple event. Siri is super dumb and getting dumber. iOS 18.3 is now available for everyone. Apple makes a change to its AI team and plans Siri upgrades. Apple fixes zero-day flaw affecting all devices. iPhone's with TikTok installed. Update now: iOS 18.3 and macOS Sequoia 15.3 include 20+ security updates. Apple Music pays artists more than 2x Spotify's average rates, per report. Trump's chip tariff threat takes aim at Apple's TSMC partnership. iPhone SE 4 appears in new photos and video, notch and all. Apple releases tvOS 18.3, HomePod 18.3, and visionOS 2.3 for all users. Apple earnings are coming. Office printer mishap sparks landmark gender pay discrimination lawsuit at Apple. Apple buys Boylston Street building for $88 million. Apple's next immersive Vision Pro film involves bull riding and arrives soon. Apple introduces the 2025 Black Unity Collection. Apple Watch bands are safe to wear, says Apple, after lawsuit filed. Oscar nominations completely snub Apple TV+. Severance - Tim C. Apple announced the iPad 15 years ago today. Picks of the Week: Mikah's Pick: LARQ Bottle PureVis 2 Alex's Pick: Power Prompter Andy's Picks: Retrobatch 2 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Mikah Sargent 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

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• MBW 956: Asparagus Chips - TikTok, Apple Card, One Year of Vision Pro

  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

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