Macworld Podcast

Apple is set to reveal new iPhones on September 9, so on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what to expect: the iPhone 18 Pro, new Apple Watches, and a new folding iPhone.

Surprise and Shine! Apple’s big iPhone event set for September 9: https://www.macworld.com/article/3221483

iPhone 18 Pro: Release date, price, specs and latest rumors ahead of Apple’s event: https://www.macworld.com/article/2953687
iPhone Ultra: Apple’s first folding iPhone: https://www.macworld.com/article/2629813
Apple Watch Series 12 (2026): Everything we know so far: https://www.macworld.com/article/3177024
Review of the very first iPod touch: https://www.macworld.com/article/187386

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Tim Cook’s tenure as CEO of Apple comes to an end on September 1. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a look at Cook’s memorable run at running one of the most valuable companies in the world.

Show note for episode 997: https://www.macworld.com/article/3219134

Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO: https://www.macworld.com/article/3119381

Apple turns to Tim Cook to replace Steve Jobs: https://www.macworld.com/article/213996

Tim Cook’s legacy: 9 small bets that paid off and 2 big swings that didn’t: https://www.macworld.com/article/3123189

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With new products coming soon, it's getting more difficult for Apple to keep them under wraps. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a look at a few leaks from Apple OS updates that provide insight into what to expect in the coming months.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:23) Roman’s Iceland vacation (00:05:00) What’s on today’s show (00:08:16) macOS 26.7 beta product leaks (00:48:10) Apple History (01:03:36) Comment Corner (01:06:41) Wrap up

Wild leak straight from Apple shows camera-equipped AirPods in action

Upcoming Apple products revealed in the macOS 26.7 release candidate

Apple introduces Apple Card (Apple)

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Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and guest producer Adam Patrick Murray break down the folding phone landscape and how Apple's upcoming iPhone Ultra will change it.

(00:00:00) - Introduction

(00:09:24) - iPhone 20th Anniversary rumors

(00:25:13) - iPhone Ultra vs Android folding phones

(01:03:59) - This week in Apple History: Power Mac G4

(01:10:22) - Comment Corner

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Apple's long-rumored smart-home push might finally be taking shape. On Episode 994, we talk about what might be coming and when, and how Apple's plans will impact your current smart home setup.

Links:

- Apple’s big Siri AI-powered smart home hub is nearly here: https://www.macworld.com/article/3201176/apples-big-siri-ai-powered-smart-home-hub-is-nearly-here.html

- Siri AI is both impressive and disappointing: https://www.macworld.com/article/3164693/siri-ai-is-both-impressive-and-disappointing.html

- Apple gets its ultimate revenge on Michael Dell with the world’s first trillion-dollar market cap: https://www.macworld.com/article/231708/apple-trillion-dollars-aapl.html

(00:00:00) Introduction and chat about Apple TV shows

(00:05:10) Apple Upgrade

(00:16:06) Apple Home and upcoming devices

(00:42:07) What's the entry point for smart home?

(00:47:49) Today in Apple History- The first Trillion Dollar company

(00:58:56) Comment Corner

(01:08:32) Wrap up and how to contact us

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