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Apple held its "Welcome Home" event, debuting Apple HomeView and Apple Home Collection, a lineup of new smart home accessories in partnership with LG. Apple also unveiled its Apple TV 4K. And will Apple finally debut its Touchscreen MacBook Pro later this month? Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home. Introducing Apple Home Collection, a new lineup of smart home accessories. Apple unveils the new Apple TV 4K, supercharged by Siri AI. Apple set to debut touch-screen MacBook and new iPad Mini in late October. You can now start the iPhone Duo pre-order process. iPhone Duo has a book-like two-page Quick Look layout. Apple discloses deal to hire team and license tech from personalized podcast startup Huxe. Apple may have to officially support Apple Intelligence removal on Macs to protect sales. Tim Cook, Elton John, King Charles launch Apple x King's Trust Creative Labs. 'Remnants' – Ti West directed the first immersive horror movie for the Apple Vision Pro. After a 10-year…

We could finally see Apple launch new smart home products this month. iPhone Duo apparently has a 'replaceable' folding display layer to help minimize crease visibility. Apple is changing Full Disk Access in macOS. And Apple's latest AirPods, AirPods 5, get a better reparability score from iFixit!... from 0 to 2. Apple is finally ready to enter its next big category: the smart home. 'Get Ready' to pre-order the iPhone Duo starting October 12. Apple says iPhone Duo has 'replaceable' folding display layer to minimize crease. iPhone Duo inner display has a replaceable $19 top layer. Apple's reportedly developing a smart home camera that doesn't record video. iCup Supply Specialist. iOS 27.2 adds new Messages feature that's already a favorite. iPhone 18 Pro Max cameras are Apple's best yet, but only when you squint. Apple is changing Full Disk Access in macOS. iFixit teardown of the new AirPods 5 reveals first real repairability improvement. Apple & American Academy of Pediatrics team up for new Screen Time…

Federico Viticci of MacStories joins the show this week! Federico shares his experience using Apple's new M5 Ultra Mac Studio & running local AI agents with the machine. John Ternus is looking to get the company to run faster & leaner. And AT&T may not support Apple's new iPhone Handoff feature? M5 Ultra Mac Studio Review: The dream Mac for local AI agents. Apple's new CEO seeks to make company run faster and leaner. AT&T seemingly has no plans to support Apple's new iPhone Handoff feature. iPhone 18 Pro Face ID rebooting bug to be fixed in iOS update. Meta announces VR headset for $1299. Picks of the Week Federico's Picks: Open Minis, Cadu Bot, and Comet KVM Andy's Pick: Keychron K3 v2 Christina's Picks: Xounds Redux & FruitMenu Redux Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Christina Warren Guest: Federico Viticci 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…

The iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max are hitting consumers' hands. Reviews of the Apple Watch Series 12 & Ultra 4 are out now for Apple's latest smartwatches. And are the newest Mac Minis and Mac Studios worth it for their prices? Apple explains how the iPhone 18 Pro's new Reference Image camera mode works. The iPhone 18 Pro's big camera update is all about the small gains. Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 review: More personal than ever before. Apple is developing new fitness tracker aimed at rivaling Whoop. M5 Ultra Mac Studio review: The dream Mac for local AI agents. M6 Mac mini review: Tiny, pricey, and powerful. John Ternus just gave the best defense yet for Vision Pro. Apple reportedly building server packed with M-series Ultra chips for AI. Jessica Chastain thriller 'The Savant' getting 2027 release on Apple TV after year on hold. Apple opens Apple Music Hall, a brand‑new state‑of‑the‑art live music venue in London Picks of the Week Jason's Pick: Relay for St. Jude Andy's Pick: MOONDROP Old Fashioned 40mm…

Apple held its first Apple event with John Ternus as CEO, and unveiled the iPhone Duo! Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 with a new AI feature called Siri Recap, bringing some concerns over its continuous ambient listening. And Apple wins 29 Emmys at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards! John Ternus enters, with folding phones and AI watches. Apple unveils the iPhone Duo, a foldable phone that costs $1,999. Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 unveiled with upgraded health tracking system. Apple's always-listening watch features test eavesdropping laws. Apple's OS 27 updates will be released on Monday, September 14th. Apple hid a classic Mac easter egg in the iOS 27 Settings app. pdfu on X: "iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate have private hooks that let apps add Siri Extensions..." Apple's Siri AI can be swapped out for Claude, ChatGPT, code shows. macOS 27 Golden Gate review: Bridging the Tahoe gap. visionOS 27 updates. Apple wins most Emmys. Picks of the Week Christina's Picks: Spigen iPhone Duo Cast…

Apple's long-awaited foldable iPhone could finally be revealed, but will a $2,000+ price tag turn it into an instant sensation or a tech novelty? The team debates whether Apple's ecosystem power is enough to make folding phones mainstream. • Anticipation, rumors, and pricing speculation on Apple's foldable iPhone • Apple event predictions: iPhone, Apple Watch, Ultra, and other possible launches • Apple TV/home hub speculation and Siri AI as the next major push • Apple is still working on a foldable Mac • Apple Maps and Google Maps controversy: renaming Lake Ontario • M6 MacBook Pro and MacBook Neo 2 launching this fall, and MacBook Ultra in 2027? • Apple drops Intel support for new Mac App Store apps • Vision Pro gets FDA approval for surgery use • Netflix iOS games reach 80+ ad-free iPhone and iPad games • Apple TV racks up Emmy wins, with Widows Bay set for awards sweep • New Apple TV projects: Silo universe expansion, The Waffle House Index thriller Picks of the Week • Christina's Pick: You Can See…

John Ternus is officially Apple CEO as of September 1st. Apple pushes back against OpenAI's attempts to delay its lawsuit against the AI company. What will Apple unveil at its upcoming September 'Surprise and Shine' event? And is Apple's immersive baseball event a hit? John Ternus is now the CEO of Apple. Tim Cook, the man who grew Apple by trillions of dollars. Apple's Ternus takes the reins as CEO, with AI as job No. 1. OpenAI's lawsuit delays cause more harm every day, says Apple. Potential Apple RAM supplier CXMT sues feds to take it off the supplier blacklist. China's CXMT makes breakthrough in advanced memory chips. Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro and foldable iPhone Ultra event: 'Surprise and shine'. What to expect from Apple's 'Surprise and shine' iPhone 18 Pro event on September 9. Leaker says iPhone Ultra will come in these colors, with one surprise. Apple takes first immersive baseball swings from the on-deck circle. Picks of the Week Christina's Pick: GroxConnect/GroxStudio Andy's Pick: Lenovo…

Surprise: there are new Mac minis and Mac Studios! Tim Cook has a farewell party when he is no longer CEO in September. Apple conducts layoffs in the Siri, Vision Pro Immersive Video & Gaming departments. And Walmart finally adds Google and Apple Pay. Apple's new Mac mini, featuring M6 and M5 Pro. Apple introduces new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra. Tim Cook's farewell party. HomePad code suggests it'll act like a giant Apple Watch. MacBook Ultra is coming: Six new features launching this fall. Apple reportedly lays off 60 Vision employees amid shifting priorities. Apple cuts Jobs in Siri, Vision Pro Immersive Video and Gaming teams. Apple removes some fees for App developers in European Union. Walmart is finally adding Apple Pay and Google Pay. Google's new Pixel 11 offers an incredible camera feature that Apple should copy. Here's everything new Apple TV has coming in September. Picks of the Week Leo's Pick: TMOG Christina's Picks: 9 to 5 and CheapCharts Andy's Pick: Trio Jason's Pick: Imagination…

The recent public betas for iOS 27, macOS 27, and iPadOS 27 are available. What Tim Cook hopes others will view as his legacy as Apple's CEO. Apple proposes commissions of up to 15% for off-App Store purchases in the US. And will the iPhone 18 skip the fall launch? Apple releases public beta 4 for iOS 27, macOS 27, iPadOS 27, tvOS 27. Here's what's new with iOS and macOS 27 beta 6. iOS 26.6.1 has fixes for 20+ security issues on iPhone. Tim Cook on his Apple legacy: 'I hope people say I was a good and decent man'. macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta references several unreleased products like Home Hub. Apple's camera-equipped AirPods confirmed. Apple proposes commissions of up to 15% for off-App Store purchases in the US. Apple announces changes for apps in the European Union. It looks like Apple's iPhone 18 really will skip the fall launch this year. Leaker details A20 Pro chip's new speed gains. Apple's Back to School offers have been extended, but you can do much better. Apple in talks to pay publishers to improve…

Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI is escalating. A Chinese RAM supplier rejects Apple's discount demands for RAM. And could Apple shake up its smartwatch lineup? OpenAI asks for Apple's trade secrets lawsuit to be dismissed, says it was filed without 'adequate investigation'. Apple lawsuit against OpenAI says iCloud mess didn't play a role. OpenAI's vision of the future is reportedly a donut-shaped smart speaker. Telegram's takedown caused by planted porn & weaponized App Store policies. Following Epic loss, Google has started hosting rival app stores in the Play Store. iOS 26 gets first jailbreak thanks to Dopamine. Chinese RAM supplier denies Apple's bid for cheaper RAM. RAM production worldwide is sold out through 2027. Apple RAM supplier makes $38B bet on AI boom lasting until 2029. Apple explores shaking up its smartwatch for a new era. Apple releases security updates to macOS Tahoe, Sequoia, and Sonoma. Apple's Private Relay may not be as private as thought. Apple and Major League Baseball announce…

Apple's Q3 2026 results are in, with the company's total revenue up by 16% from the year-ago quarter! Apple's Rosetta software tool is further nearing its end-of-life. And OpenAI rebuts Apple's trade secrets allegations. Apple announces record Q3 results. Apple stock opens down roughly 10% following mixed Q3 2026 results. Siri AI could come with a paywall for power users. First Apple Silicon-native CrossOver build in testing as Rosetta's end nears. What's the catch with the Apple Upgrade program? OpenAI rebuts Apple trade secrets allegations in new response with receipts. From OpenAI: "Apple is getting this wrong" Apple Photos' facial features prompt a $32.5B class-action lawsuit. Picks of the Week Andy's Pick: Infuse Media Player Jason's Pick: Overcast Mikah's Pick: Pelican Marine Waterproof Phone Pouch Hosts: Mikah Sargent, 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…

Apple is teaming up with Klarna to launch a lease-to-own program for its devices. Apple loses a bid to overturn Masino patent verdict. Apple is facing a lawsuit by customers who lost money through a fake Bitcoin wallet app in the App Store. And Apple is gearing up for a big smart home push. Apple's new hardware subscription sounds great, except for one limitation Apple loses bid to overturn $634 million Masimo patent verdict, new trial also denied. Judge approves Apple's $250 million settlement offer over Siri lawsuit. Apple just improved TestFlight for users with a lot of beta apps. Apple sued by customers who lost combined $1.8 million through fake Bitcoin wallet in App Store. Update Now: iOS 26.6 and macOS Tahoe 26.6 patch hundreds of security flaws. iOS 27 public beta 2 is here with Siri AI, iPhone speed upgrades, and more. watchOS 27 adds new feature to improve your Apple Watch battery life. Here's everything new for CarPlay in iOS 27. Here's everything new for Messages in iOS 27. Gurman's Mac roadmap.…

Apple is raising its subscription prices for both Apple Music & select Apple One bundles. The OpenAI & Apple legal battle is escalating. And are Siri's AI features finally coming to China? Apple raises prices for Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions. Is Apple One worth it for you after recent price hikes? iCloud $32.8B CSAM lawsuit dismissed, Apple protected under Section 230 laws. Apple in talks to settle DOJ antitrust lawsuit, per report. Class action accuses Apple of misleading users about Hide My Email's privacy protections. OpenAI and Apple legal battle escalates, poached employees warned about data deletion. Apple Intelligence finally on the road to release in China. PrismML releases Bonsai 27B, claiming first major AI model of its size fit for iPhone. Apple's New Speech API vs Whisper: The First Real Benchmark. Apple testing 'Live Notes' AI system to record Genius Bar sessions. Apple's scrapped Mac Pro plans reportedly included a new Intel model. visionOS 27 Beta: 90-Hertz-Freeze bei 24p-Quellen…

Apple 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.…

The 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…

Not 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…

Tim 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 -…

John 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…

Apple 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…

WWDC 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…