iPadOS 19 rumors, Tim Cook prioritizes AR glasses, Earth Day Apple Store promo
Benjamin and Chance talk about the news and rumors of the week, including a report that iPadOS 19 will gain Mac-like productivity and multitasking features, the claim that Tim Cook is laser focused on beating Meta to AR glasses, and there’s profiles about some of the internal management dysfunction in the AI groups. Also, Apple has kicked off a rare sales promo at its stores in celebration of Earth Day.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin used public EV charging for the first time this past weekend, and hit a rather unfortunate snag. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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This is how Apple’s big Siri shake-up happened, per report
Craig Federighi’s leadership has already resulted in this major Siri pivot, per report
Tim Cook approved big AI investment in 2023, but Luca Maestri slashed it: NYT
New Siri features in iOS 19 are coming sooner than we thought, per NYT
Apple details on-device Apple Intelligence training system using user data
Benjamin and Chance react to the unfolding trade tariffs and Apple’s uncharacteristically silent stance on matters. Also, there’s a bunch of new purported renders of iOS 19 design changes, and Apple is said to be working on bold new iPhone designs for next year’s 20th anniversary. Also, Chance comes away super impressed with the new Vision Pro Yankee Stadium tour.
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Apple is racing to fly planes of iPhones into the US ahead of Trump’s tariffs
Trump enacts 90-day pause for most tariffs, but raises China’s to 125%
Report: Apple planning 'bold' new 20th anniversary design for iPhone 19 Pro
Gurman: iPhone 17 Pro won't feature 'particularly bold' new design
Latest iOS 19 leak shows new icons, floating bars, more
iPhone 17 leak reveals Pro models will get exclusive new Camera app feature
Following demo at iPhone 11 event, FiLMiC multi-cam recording now available as new 'DoubleTake' app
Apple smart home hub launch might be delayed until 2026: report
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iOS 18.4 features, AI Health service rumors, Apple Card drama
Benjamin and Chance start with a catch-up on changes to Friday Night Baseball, before diving into the software updates of the week, with the launch of iOS 18.4 and the first iOS 18.5 beta launching. Also, thoughts on Apple’s rumored AI Health service plans, and the latest on finding a new partner for the Apple Card.
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iOS 18.4 now available: Here's what's new
Apple releases first iOS 18.5 beta
iOS 18.5 makes it easier to get the old Apple Mail design back
Apple reportedly wants to 'replicate' your doctor next year with new Project Mulberry
WSJ: Visa and Amex both vying to take over Apple Card
VHS and Camcorder USB Video Capture Kit for Mac
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WWDC 2025 announced, Siri leadership changes, surprise AirPods Max update
Benjamin and Chance get excited for iOS 19, off the back of WWDC 2025 being officially announced this week. Also, Siri fallout continues with newly announced leadership changes, with Vision Pro lead Mike Rockwell taking over the voice assistant. We debate whether that’s a good thing. Also, AirPods Max gets a software update out-of-the-blue, and Bloomberg reports Apple is considering adding a camera to the Apple Watch.
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Apple announces WWDC 2025: iOS 19 and more coming soon
iOS 19: Apple's big plans for a 'glassy' new design overhaul
iOS 19 leak shows what the new interface will look like
Apple puts Vision Pro creator in charge of Siri as Apple Intelligence rollout falters
Apple announces AirPods Max update with lossless audio support
Gurman: Future Apple Watch models may include cameras, as part of AI push
Apple TV+ is losing $1 billion every year, per report
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Live translation on AirPods, encrypted RCS, EU enforces interoperability for iOS 19
Benjamin and Chance react to the biggest stories of the week, including Apple's commitment to support encrypted RCS, the rumored launch of a new live translation feature for AirPods, and the ongoing fallout of the Siri feature delays. Apple is also forced to add a variety of APIs to let third-party devices access iOS notifications and other system features, thanks to the latest EU decree.
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End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging on iPhone coming in future software update
Apple will introduce a number of texting upgrades in iOS 19, here's what's coming
Apple says EU interoperability requirements enable unfettered access to the iPhone, risks customer security and privacy
EU orders Apple to open up access to iOS notifications, allow alternatives to AirDrop and AirPlay on the iPhone
Apple working on live translation feature for AirPods with iOS 19
Apple exec slams ‘ugly and embarrassing’ Siri delays in all-hands meeting
Apple announces new immersive concert experience for Apple Vision Pro
Report: Apple considered removing USB-C port from iPhone 17 Air, more
EU confirms Apple can make a portless iPhone without USB-C
Apple officially announces Ted Lasso season 4
Poll: Do you want a thinner iPhone 7 at the expense of the 3.5mm headphone jack?
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