MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

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MacBreak Weekly covers all things Apple: Leo, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Jason Snell 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. Records live every Tuesday at 2:00pm Eastern / 11:00am Pacific / 18:00 UTC. read less

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MacBreak Weekly (Audio) is a podcast that is the official companion to the video podcast of the same name. This Week in Tech (TWiT) produces the program. iPhones are one of the most popular types of cell phones in the world. Apple computers and products remain popular with consumers.

The show focuses on the complete line of Apple products, from iPhones to Mac computers. The result is a podcast that allows listeners to stay up-to-date with the most current Apple news. Considering how quickly the tech industry changes, Apple fans and tech lovers will find something useful here.

One of the major strengths of the MacBreak Weekly (Audio) podcast is its structure. It has a panel-style setup, with four different hosts offering their insights. Each one of the hosts is a subject matter expert in their field.

The primary host of MacBreak Weekly (Audio) is Leo Laporte. Laporte has been writing and producing videos about technology for almost two decades. He is also the founder of the TWiT network. Alex Lindsay is the head of operations at 090 Media. He has been active in digital design for several decades.

Andy Ihnatko was previously the technology journalist for The Chicago Sun-Times. He has spent most of his career covering Apple. Jason Snell was the previous editor-in-chief at Macworld. Together, these four hosts have a significant amount of insight and experience.

When Apple makes significant product changes, MacBreak Weekly (Audio) makes them easy to understand. Listeners don't need to have an engineering degree to follow along with this podcast. A simple passion for Apple products will suffice. For those who are looking to know what Apple is going to do next, this show is an excellent starting point. Fans of this show may also like the This Week in Tech (Audio) podcast. Laporte cohosts that show as well.

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MBW 912: MacBook Air Heritage Club - Epic Games Saga Continues, Meta Quest 3, Apple TV+ Ad Tier?
1w ago
MBW 912: MacBook Air Heritage Club - Epic Games Saga Continues, Meta Quest 3, Apple TV+ Ad Tier?
Jason Snell is leading MacBreak Weekly as Leo Laporte is out this week. Apple initially blocked Epic's return to its App Store due to Tim Sweeney tweeting about Apple, then reversed their decision. Zuckerberg defends the Meta Quest 3 after someone criticized the headset on Threads. And could Apple TV+ follow a similar path to other streaming services and offer an ad-tier service?DMA be damned, Apple cuts off path to Epic Games Store, Fortnite on EU iPhones.Epic's App Store developer account restored in Europe once again.More options for apps distributed in the European Union.Apple will allow users to download apps directly from a developer's website, in latest EU App Store rule change.visionOS 1.1 improves Personas, adds MDM support.Zuck insists Quest 3 is also a computer and not just for games in latest Vision Pro criticism.No currently available camera is high-res enough for Apple Vision Pro.M3 MacBook Air Review: More of a good thing.Hector Martin: "So the M3 can now drive 2 exte..." - Treehouse MastodonWhy ads on Apple TV+ are as inevitable as a 'Ted Lasso' spinoff. Picks of the Week:Dan's Pick: Baldur's Gate 3Andy's Pick: Mars After MidnightAlex's Pick: Topaz Hosts: Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Dan Moren Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors:rocketmoney.com/macbreakMelissa.com/twitrobinhood.com/boostDownload StepDog
MBW 910: Patina and Scuzz - Apple Car, FineWoven Cases, Apple 'Ask'
Feb 28 2024
MBW 910: Patina and Scuzz - Apple Car, FineWoven Cases, Apple 'Ask'
Breaking news: Apple has canceled work on its electric car, shifting the team to work on generative AI instead. Apple gets post-quantum encryption in the iOS 17.4 update. Is Apple's FineWoven case any good? And did Microsoft try to sell its Bing search engine to Apple in 2018? - Apple cancels work on electric car, shifts team to generative AI. - Apple iOS 17.4: iMessage gets post-quantum encryption in new update. - It's apparently easy to crack the Apple Vision Pro's front screen. - Here's why the $3,500 Apple Vision Pro headset is so expensive. - Apple's FineWoven iPhone 15 case draws poor reviews, criticism. - Apple says iPhone 15 batteries have a longer lifespan than initially thought. - Google says Microsoft offered to sell Bing to Apple in 2018. - Apple Sports: A free iPhone app to get you the score, fast. - Simple complexity: Apple's trio of sports apps. - AppleCare support advisors testing new ChatGPT-like tool 'Ask'. - Crying in Apple Vision Pro. - Biden deputy press secretary leaving White House for Apple. - Major shareholders planning to force Apple to reveal use of AI. Picks of the Week: - Jason's Pick: Simple Scan - Andy's Pick: Solar Eclipse Glasses - Alex's Pick: Jambar Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors:Download StepDogzocdoc.com/macbreakwix.com/studiocachefly.com/twit
MBW 909: A $3,500 Cheeseburger - Quest 3 vs. Vision Pro, VirnetX, NBA & Apple
Feb 21 2024
MBW 909: A $3,500 Cheeseburger - Quest 3 vs. Vision Pro, VirnetX, NBA & Apple
Zuckerberg gave his thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro headset and firmly believes the Meta Quest 3 is the superior product: what a shock! Apple responds to Meta's plan to charge a 30% fee to advertisers that purchase boosted posts through Apple's App Store. Apple filmed the NBA Slam Dunk Contest for the Apple Vision Pro. And Apple finally confirms that you should not use rice to dry out your phone.Apple fans are starting to return their Vision ProsApple Vision Pro supports Panavision 70 films.Zuckerberg says Quest 3 is 'the better product' vs. Apple's Vision Pro.EU to hit Apple with €500mn penalty in first ever music streaming fine.Apple responds to Meta's plan to charge 30% fee on boosted posts purchased through App Store.There's another fake cypto app on the App Store.Supreme Court sides with Apple in $503M VirnetX lawsuit, ending decade-long battle.Cox Communications wins order overturning $1 bln US copyright verdict.Rice is not included in Apple's official guidance for a wet phone.NBA Slam Dunk Contest filmed for Apple Vision Pro.Usher takes fans behind-the-scenes of 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show in Apple Music mini-doc.Apple Vision Pro 2 release date sooner than expected, insider claims.Apple in 2023: The Six Colors report card.Gruber: Apple was 'effectively forced' by China to bring RCS to iPhone.Analyzing Apple Vision Pro as an accessibility engineer.Apple Music Replay updated with monthly stats views, 2024 Replay Mix available starting today. Picks of the Week:Alex's Pick: Animoog GalaxyJason's Pick: Logitech Circle View CameraLeo's Pick: Think Python 3rd editionAndy's Pick: Nimona Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors:joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWITwix.com/studiokolide.com/macbreak
MBW 908: Crisco & Karo - Vision Pro Privacy, European Union, Jon Stewart
Feb 14 2024
MBW 908: Crisco & Karo - Vision Pro Privacy, European Union, Jon Stewart
Jason published his review of the Apple Vision Pro on sixcolors.com! Are there privacy concerns when using the Apple Vision Pro? Jon Stewart says Apple canceled his show because of "things that might get me in trouble." And iOS 17.4 adds a 'virtual card number' feature to Apple Cash.Apple Vision Pro review: Eyes on the future.Apple shares an in-depth look at Vision Pro privacy in new paper.The Vision Pro's scary side effect: Apple's new VR goggles may rewire our brains in some unexpected ways.Seeing the World through Digital Prisms: psychological implications of passthrough video usage in mixed reality.Apple iMessage, Microsoft Bing dodge EU's big tech crackdown.FCC commissioner wants to investigate Apple over Beeper Mini shutdown.Jon Stewart says Apple TV+ canceled his show because 'They didn't want me to say things that might get me in trouble.'Apple overhauls its entire Windows app suite, including iCloud and Apple Music.Apple made an AI image tool that lets you make edits by describing them.iOS 17.4 adds new 'Virtual Card Number' feature to Apple Cash.Apple releases a new 15-minute short film, shot on the iPhone 15 Pro Max.$300 Vision Pro developer strap is just an expensive USB2 device.The Apple Vision Pro Developer Strap is Thunderbolt capable, not USB 2.0 only. Picks of the Week:Leo's Pick: A built-in workaround for applications hiding under the MacBook Pro notch.Jason's Pick: Dial M for MurderAndy's Pick: SuperlistAlex's Pick: Stalman Clamp Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors:robinhood.com/boostDownload StressFaceMelissa.com/twit
MBW 907: I Left My Settings App in the Garage - More Vision Pro, Spatial Computing, Q1 2024
Feb 7 2024
MBW 907: I Left My Settings App in the Garage - More Vision Pro, Spatial Computing, Q1 2024
Jason, Alex, and guest Ray Maxwell have spent time with their Apple Vision Pros and share their thoughts on the device so far. Who would have thought the Vision Pro would scratch easily in a durability test? And an OLED iPad Pro is rumored to come out later this year with an expected price increase, but how much will the price of the iPad go to?Jason Snell, Alex Lindsay, and guest Ray Maxwell share their thoughts on the Vision Pro after spending the weekend with the device. This hospital system just bought 30 Vision Pro units and launched a new 'Spatial Computing Center of Excellence'.Apple Vision Pro front glass easily scratched in durability test.How to get an Apple Vision Pro demonstration.Apple reports nearly $120B quarter: full charts.Apple quadrupled its autonomous driving testing miles last year.OLED iPad Pro price increase won't be as painful as initially rumored."Just peer-reviewed a forensic analysis in a case. The suspect mailed a package with a hidden Apple AirTag in it to a victim's old home address..." Picks of the Week:Jason's Picks: Juno and Runestone for Vision ProAndy's Pick: Ensemble for Vision ProAlex's Pick: Jig Space Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Ray Maxwell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors:babbel.com/macbreakecamm.com/twit or use Promo Code TWITWildgrain.com/MACBREAK or use code MACBREAKrocketmoney.com/macbreak
MBW 905: Tequila For Your Eyes - Macintosh Turns 40, iOS 17.3, Apple Music
Jan 24 2024
MBW 905: Tequila For Your Eyes - Macintosh Turns 40, iOS 17.3, Apple Music
Stephen Robles from the Primary Technology podcast joins the show to talk about his experience ordering the Apple Vision Pro headset and the accessories he got for it. Following Netflix's lead, YouTube and Spotify won't launch Vision Pro apps. iOS 17.3 is out now, adding a Stolen Device Protection feature to iPhones. And Apple TV+ gains 13 Oscar nominations for 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and 'Napoleon.'The Mac turns 40: read Apple's announcement from 1984.Apple has already sold up to 180,000 Vision Pro headsets.YouTube and Spotify Won't launch Apple Vision Pro apps, joining Netflix.Apple dials back car's self-driving features and delays launch to 2028.Daring Fireball: 'Like the Sixth Finger in an AI-Rendered Hand'iOS 17.3 is out, adding Stolen Device Protection for your iPhone.About the security content of macOS Sonoma 14.3.Apple Music will now pay 10% higher royalties to artists for Spatial Audio music.watchOS 10.3 now available with new 'Unity Bloom' Apple Watch face.Apple TV+ scores 13 Oscar nominations for 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and 'Napoleon' Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: Black Ink for iOSStephen's Picks: Mapper & the Anker Qi2 MagSafe Battery PackJason's Pick: Sleeve 2Leo's Pick: Death Stranding Director's Cut. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Stephen Robles Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors:kolide.com/macbreakjoindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT
MBW 904: Workshopping the Camel's Nose - Wanda Austin, Beeper Mini, "AppleCoin"
Jan 16 2024
MBW 904: Workshopping the Camel's Nose - Wanda Austin, Beeper Mini, "AppleCoin"
Apple lays down the foundation for the viewing experience you can achieve with the Apple Vision Pro when it releases in February. Wanda Austin joins Apple's board of directors as Al Gore & James Bell retire. And Apple TV+ scores an Emmy with its true crime drama miniseries, Black Bird. How to buy Apple Vision Pro: $3,499 device to go on sale Feb. 2. Disney+ on Apple Vision Pro ushers in a new era of storytelling innovation and immersive entertainment. Apple previews new entertainment experiences launching with Apple Vision Pro. Supreme Court upholds Apple vs. Epic ruling, Apple must allow app developers to link to other payment systems. Apple request for Epic App Store review denied by US Supreme Court. Apple grabs the top spot in the smartphone market in 2023 along with record high market share, according to IDC tracker. Apple Board of Directors shuffle sees Al Gore & James Bell retire. Wanda Austin to join Apple's board of directors. Redesigned Apple Watches not subject to import ban, U.S. Customs says. Beeper users say Apple is now blocking their Macs from using iMessage entirely. NanoRaptor: "For Niklaus Wirth, 1934-2024. ..." OLED iPad production underway for reported spring launch. PSA: Warn your non-techy friends about fake AppleCoin ads. Black Bird' scores Apple TV+ it's sole major Emmy award. The incredible shrinking podcast industry. Picks of the Week: Jason & Andy's Pick: BBEdit 15 Alex's Pick: MimoLive Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors:meraki.cisco.com/twitMelissa.com/twit