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Apple had plans to launch full satellite services. President Trump is threatening Apple with a 25% tariff on iPhones manufactured overseas. Former Apple designer Jony Ive enters a new partnership with Sam Altman of OpenAI. And what is 'Solarium,' Apple's rumored unified interface that the company could announce at WWDC25? Apple's satellite ambitions threatened by Elon Musk, internal resistance. Trump threatens 25 percent tariff on iPhones manufactured overseas. Tim Cook's 'off-ramp' to placate Trump. Tim Cook called Texas Governor Greg Abbott last week urging a veto or changes to a bill that would require Apple to s' ages on its devices. Apple & Epic agree no in-person court necessary after 'Fortnite' restored to App Store. Sam and Jony and skepticism. Apple prepares iOS 19, macOS 16 'Solarium' UI overhaul for WWDC. App Store protected s from $9 billion in fraud over five years. Tap to Pay on iPhone lands today in eight new countries. Global wearable band market up 13% in Q1 2025 as Xiaomi takes top spot. Apple absolutely cannot miss its smart glasses swing. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: TotalMount Leo Picks: Clic for Sonos & WhatsApp iPad App Alex's Pick: Tiles for Zoom Andy's Pick: pico-mac-nano Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: storyblok.com/twittv-25

Apple's struggles to get AI right, and what Apple could do to correct itself. A never-ending update with Epic Games and Apple. Can China kill the iPhone overnight? And a new original Peanuts special is coming soon! Why Apple still hasn't cracked AI. Apple to open AI models to developers, betting that it will spur new apps. Apple developer app updates with WWDC 2025 iMessage stickers. How will Apple re-think AI features for WWDC 2025? Epic asks judge to reinstate Fortnite on the App Store. New 'Apple in China' book convincingly argues that the iPhone could be killed overnight. Apple Maps gets in on F1 hype with Monaco update. Trump praises Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at Saudi Summit. Trump says he doesn't want Apple building products in India. Apple is 'dying to make' Vision Pro affordable, says Bono. The Price is Right' contestants were off by thousands when guessing the cost of Apple's Vision Pro. Universal Music Group and Apple Music announce Sound Therapy. Apple TV+ announces "Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical," new original Peanuts special premiering globally July 18, 2025. CarPlay Ultra, the next generation of CarPlay, begins rolling out today. Oops! I accidentally vibe-coded a ChatGPT client for my Apple Watch. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Pushover Leo & Andy's Pick: NotebookLM Alex's Pick: Murderbot Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: spaceship.com/twit bitwarden.com/twit

Apple unveils a new slew of accessibility features ahead of WWDC. Apple is looking to line up 2027 with a slew of new planned products to be released that year. The new Pope is rocking an Apple Watch. And you could receive up to $100 if eligible for a settlement payout over allegations of Siri-enabled spying on private conversations! iOS 18.5 now available with these new features. Apple unveils powerful accessibility features coming later this year. Can we still love Apple? Should we ever have? Alphabet shares sink 7% after Apple's Cue says AI will replace search engines. Netflix getting interface with AI, has no plans to bring back App Store subscriptions. Nearly three decades later, Apple owes everything to the iMac. Apple's 2027 product blitz can't come soon enough. Pope Leo XIV wears Apple Watch in first official mass. Don't delete that 'Lopez Voice Assistant' email — it's about Apple's Siri settlement. Trump says China will 'open itself up to American business'. Trump says he talked to Apple CEO Tim Cook after China tariff rollback. Jude Law & Andrew Garfield to play Siegfried & Roy in limited series ordered by Apple TV+. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: iPhone 16e Leo's Picks: windy.com & Ulanzi Quick Release Mount Alex's Pick: Cadrage Andy's Pick: Graphic for Mac and iOS Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit storyblok.com/twittv-25 cachefly.com/twit

Stephen Robles from the Primary Technology podcast s the show this week! A federal judge blasts Apple and Tim Cook for violating an antitrust ruling against the company's control over its App Store. Results from Apple's Q2 2025. Could Apple be shaking up its iPhone release calendar? And would you want to view your favorite celebrities that can be found in Apple services? Well, now you can with Apple's 'Snapshot'! Judge blasts Apple for violating antitrust ruling. From Six Colors: Apple Q2 2025 results and charts: $95.4B revenue. Tim Cook addresses Apple's delay of personalized Siri features. Beware the tariffs! Inside Apple's latest financial results. Apple to shake up iPhone release calendar with base iPhone 18 launch in spring 2027, six months after Pro models. London's Court of Appeal rules Apple must pay Optis $502M as a lump sum for using Optis' 4G patents from 2013 to 2027. Apple launches a new celebrity hub that's all about Apple. Apple continues leadership changes, restructuring Apple Music and Global Affairs. New Apple TV+ trailer reveals first ever full-length 'immersive' film. Picks of the Week: Stephen's Picks: The Anker MagGo Power Bank, Ultra Slim & MoFT iPad Dynamic Folio Leo's Pick: ADHD Planner Andy's Pick: Joplin Alex's Pick: Midjourne 7 - Omni Reference Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Stephen Robles or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zocdoc.com/macbreak 1.com/macbreak Melissa.com/twit storyblok.com/twittv-25

Apple aims to source all US iPhones from India by as early as next year. Apple's rumored plans for its next Vision Pro device are starting to become clearer, with a chance of it being released by the end of this year. And the EU is hitting Meta and Apple with hefty fines. Apple aims to source all US iPhones from India in pivot away from China. 20th anniversary iPhone likely to be made in China due to 'extraordinarily complex' design. Apple begins breaking up its AI team with robotics, Siri changes. New Apple Vision 'Air' product could launch this year, per report. iOS 18.5 release date: Your iPhone's next update is coming soon. Oligo researchers detail AirBorne, a set of vulnerabilities in Apple's AirPlay SDK that could affect 10M+ third-party devices; Apple has patched its own devices. The European Union hits Apple and Meta with 700 million euros in fines. Sleeping with the Apple Watch. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Kindle Paperwhite SIgnature Edition. Alex's Pick: Common Ground Andy's Pick: Free Comic Book Day! Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1.com/macbreak storyblok.com/twittv-25

It's a rumor-filled edition of MacBreak Weekly! Is an updated Apple TV coming soon? New connectivity features are reportedly coming to the Apple Watch Ultra 3. Apple is dropping the 'available now' tagline from its Apple Intelligence page. And Apple is celebrating Earth Day! Tim Cook honors Pope Francis on X. One of Pope Francis's last prayer intentions urged people to 'look less at screens'. New Apple TV 4K is coming: Four features expected later this year. Apple's new Siri chief enlists Vision Pro talent to start comeback bid. Apple Watch Ultra 3 will go all-in on reducing your iPhone use. Sell Apple stock before it sinks another 30%, analyst says. Apple drops 'available now' from Apple Intelligence page. iPhone 17 Pro could be available in Sky Blue, leaker claims. Images of Apple 'Vision Air' power cable emerge online. Cupertino: City pays Apple $12.1 million following sales tax settlement. Von der Leyen warns X, Meta, TikTok to play by the rules in Europe — no matter who's CEO. Apple celebrating Earth Day in these five ways. Meta removes use of Apple Intelligence in Its Apps on iPhone. Apple uses bug report data for AI training in iOS 18.5 beta. Indie App Spotlight: 'Ping Pong Club' brings realistic table tennis to Apple Vision Pro. No escape, no control: A 'Severance' keyboard is coming soon. Brett Goldstein Compares 'Ted Lasso' Season 4 To Dead Cat: "We Buried It". Teen coder shuts down open source Mac app Whisky, citing harm to paid apps. M2 iPad Air Runs Windows 11 ARM via Emulation, Thanks to EU Rules. Picks of the Week: Alex's Pick: Domke Wrap Andy's Pick: Mixerology for iOS Jason's Pick: Bird Buddy Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: spaceship.com/twit cachefly.com/twit

Apple gets a break from the Trump tariffs. What's going on with Apple? is planning country-wide digital IDs on iPhones. Could Instagram be finally coming to the iPad after 15 years? And could Apple be working on two versions of the next Vision Pro headset? Trump gives Apple a giant break with wide-ranging tariff exemptions. Trump touts how he 'helped' Tim Cook with US tariff pivots. Trump signals semiconductor tariffs are coming 'very soon'. What's wrong with Apple? On-device Apple Intelligence training seems to be based on controversial technology. plans country-wide digital identity cards on iPhone by the summer. Indonesians can again buy the iPhone 16 as ban is finally lifted. Instagram may finally be coming to iPad after 15 years. Apple Maps on the web leaves beta, now works on mobile devices. Apple rebrands its advertising business as 'Apple Ads'. Apple is reportedly working on two new versions of the Vision Pro. Tim Cook really wants Apple Glass to become a reality. Apple to launch new recycling promo, offering up to $20 discount on AirPods and other accessories. Apple's Beats brand just announced its first-ever USB-C cables. Picks of the Week: Alex's Pick: Mix Effect Pro Doc's Pick: OBSBot Tail 2 Andy's Picks: GoComics & Comics Kingdom Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Doc Rock or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: storyblok.com/twittv-25 Melissa.com/twit bitwarden.com/twit

Sales of Apple devices spike heavily as tariffs and potential price hikes drive customers to a shopping frenzy for Apple goods. Apple, alongside Google, is given permission to keep TikTok in its App Store until the US deal is finalized. Could the iPhone's auto-suggested be to blame for the Signal scandal? And even though Severance is a big hit, it isn't enough to give Apple TV+ a boost in subscribers. Apple stock bloodbath continues after China applies retaliatory tariffs. How Apple 'flew' 5 flights full of iPhones from India and China in 3 days to beat Trump tariffs. Apple customers dash to stores to buy iPhones ahead of tariffs. Tarriff-related iPhone price increases estimated to be lower than feared. From Kuo: Apple can reduce impact of Trump's massive tariffs in five ways. Secret court rules against Yvette Cooper over Apple encryption. White House reportedly blames auto-suggested iPhone for Signal scandal. EU to issue Apple's Digital Markets Act antitrust ruling within weeks. Visa offers Apple roughly $100 million to take over credit card from Mastercard. Apple launches new Mac and Vision Pro app for managing Immersive content. Apple's canceled Federation Square store lives on in Apple Vision Pro. New "Immersive VIP Yankee Stadium" immersive video. Apple TV+ brings Lumon Industries to life. Even Severance isn't enough to give Apple TV+ a big boost in subscribers. Z-Wave, popular among smart home enthusiasts, becomes an open-source protocol with a new long-range technology as it seeks Matter to avoid obsolescence. CalDigit's new Thunderbolt 5 docks bring plenty of ports. Picks of the Week: Leo's Pick: icloudpd 1.27.2 Jason's Picks: Insta360 2-in-1 Invisible Selfie Stick + Tripod & Neewer Mini Desk tripod. Andy's Pick: Kindle Comic Converter Mikah's Pick: puffies. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Guest: Mikah Sargent or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: 1.com/macbreak spaceship.com/twit

iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS 15.4 are out. Is Apple going to make a huge push into health with AI? fines Apple over App Tracking transparency. And could the NFL exit its current media rights deals in 2029? What could this mean for the league? iPadOS 18.4 released with Apple Intelligence & Mail tweaks. The best HomeKit robot vacuums for iOS 18.4. Computing would be totally different had Apple not been formed 49 years ago, today. Apple readies its biggest push into health yet with new AI doctor. This alert must die. fines Apple over App Tracking Transparency, but doesn't order changes. Utah governor signs online child safety law requiring Apple, Google to ages. 2026 Porsches still won't have next-gen CarPlay. NFL a 'virtual lock' to exit media rights deals in 2029, per report. NaNoWriMo shut down after AI, content moderation scandals. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Calibre Andy's Pick: USB power meter / tester Alex's Pick: DPA 5100 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: Melissa.com/twit zocdoc.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

Apple is reportedly losing $1 billion a year on Apple TV+. WWDC 2025 has officially been announced. New features are coming to macOS 15.4 soon. Leo gets excited about a quiet update to the HomePod mini... the boxes that the devices come in that is. And would you buy an Apple-branded USB-C to 3.5mm cable for your AirPods Max? Apple is apparently losing $1 billion a year on its TV+ streaming service. Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference returns the week of June 9. Tim, don't kill my vibe. Apple Music Classical gets three new features to aid discovery & learning. Construction begins on delayed Apple TV+ studios. macOS 15.4: Four new features are coming to your Mac soon. Apple has quietly updated the HomePod mini with a new box. All iPhone 18 models rumored to get speed boost from 2nm chips. PSA: This is one of the most sophisticated phishing attacks ever made against Mac s. Netflix will stream shows and movies in HDR10+ on ed devices. Apple's rumored plastic Apple Watch SE has reportedly hit a serious snag. Apple now sells USB-C to 3.5 mm cable for wired AirPods Max playback. Porch pirate criminal network stole thousands of iPhones in the U.S. EU orders Apple to open up access to iOS notifications, allow alternatives to AirDrop and AirPlay on the iPhone. Season 3 of "Severance" is a go, via Tim Cook's cute Twitter convo with Ben Stiller. Jason Bourne franchise shopped as rights leave Universal. Professional DJs can now use Apple Music tracks directly. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Insta360 Link 1 Andy's Pick: Adafruit Fruit Jam and Pico-Mac emulator (in development) Alex's Pick: Playlisty Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: zocdoc.com/macbreak

Someone is upset over Apple's announcement of an updated Siri will be delayed. Some information about the rumored iPhone 17 Air is starting to come out. Would you watch a performance of Metallica in the Vision Pro? And Apple will soon encrypted RCS messaging with Android s. Something is rotten in the state of Cupertino. Apple executives believe s will 'love' iOS 19 overhaul. Apple considered making the rumored iPhone 17 Air 'completely port-free,' according to report. The Vision Pro Metallica concert video is the best Apple Immersive video yet. Apple drops lawsuit against recycler in mystery of missing iPhones. Sonos cancels its streaming video player. Secret court hearing on iCloud encryption underway amid demands to make it public. Apple announces major expansion of Tap to Pay on iPhone. Rumor: Apple developing second-generation Studio Display. Apple will soon encrypted RCS messaging with Android s. Pedro Pascal is a heartsick mess until Apple's AirPods help him dance into a brighter world in new ad. Apple restricts Pebble from being awesome with iPhones. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Aqara G5 Pro Camera Andy's Pick: Google Gemini Flash 2.0 Experimental Native Image Editing Alex's Pick: Aluminum Chassis Stand for 2024 Mac Mini M4/M4 Pro Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit zscaler.com/security

Is Apple's 'Sky Blue' really blue? Apple is delaying its 'more personalized Siri' Apple Intelligence features. Is anyone excited about RollerCoaster Tycoon coming to Apple Arcade? And Dropbox now s Live Photos! ... after ten years. Sky (blue)'s the limit: M4 MacBook Air offers lower price, improved camera, and new color. New Mac Studio spans the generations with M4 Max, M3 Ultra chips. Apple is delaying the 'More Personalized Siri' Apple Intelligence features. Apple readies dramatic software overhaul for iPhone, iPad and Mac. On Apple Exclaves. Apple Arcade announces six new games coming, including RollerCoaster Tycoon. Apple reportedly planning 'feature-packed' visionOS 3 update. Dropbox now s this innovative iPhone photos feature...10 years later. SpaceX urges FCC to block Globalstar's cellular satellite plans. Ben Stiller gives backstory on 'Severance' Grand Central stunt, jokes budget with Apple boss. Picks of the Week: Jason's Pick: Mercury Weather Andy's Pick: Red Worm Moon Lunar Eclipse Alex's Pick: Voyage USB Ambisonic Mic Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: deleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT 1.com/macbreak get.stash.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

Apple updates the iPad and iPad Air with the M3 chipset, forgoing Apple Intelligence for these devices. iFixit does a teardown of the iPhone 16e. A new documentary film about Bono will be released later this year, with an immersive version of the film for Apple Vision Pro. And Apple has launched a legal challenge to UK's 'back door' order. Apple updates iPad Air with faster M3 processor. New M4 MacBook Air could debut on Wednesday. Apple Park rainbow arches gone, but reportedly being rebuilt. Apple's artificial intelligence efforts reach a make-or-break point. iPhone 16e Teardown: Never before has skipping the upgrade made more sense. Skype is shutting down after two decades. Apple sets premiere of 'Bono: Stories Of Surrender'. Apple just released two brand new apps in iOS 18.4 and visionOS 2.4 beta 2. Introducing ADIB spatial banking on Apple Vision Pro. Apple Park in 8K 3D 180 HDR. Apple faces likely French antitrust fine for privacy tool, sources say. US examining whether UK's encryption demand on Apple broke data treaty. Apple launches legal challenge to UK 'back door' order. Picks of the Week: Leo's Pick: Peak Design - Roller Pro Carry-On Luggage Mikah's Pick: WiFiMan Wizard Alex's Pick: Neat Video Noise Removal Andy's Pick: Zen Browser Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, and Andy Ihnatko Guest: Mikah Sargent or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zocdoc.com/macbreak zscaler.com/security Melissa.com/twit get.stash.com/macbreak

It's not surprising that Apple announced the iPhone 16e the day after last week's MacBreak Weekly. Already, some information about the iPhone 17 is being leaked, including some information about the rumored slim iPhone 17. And Apple is removing encrypted security features for your cloud data within the UK following the UK government ordering Apple to leave backdoor access to s' data. iPhone 16e: all the news on Apple's new $599 phone. Apple officially bids farewell to the Lightning port after 13 years. Per Ming-chi Kuo: all iPhone 17 models will use Apple's in-house Wi-Fi chips, enhancing connectivity and cutting costs; only the slim iPhone 17 will use the C1 modem chip. Apple removes cloud encryption feature from UK after backdoor order. Apple currently only able to detect Pegasus spyware in half of infected iPhones. Apple to invest $500 billion in U.S. as Trump tariffs loom. MacBook Air stocks start to dwindle ahead of M4 update. Apple Vision Pro immersive video 'Arctic Surfing' available now. Apple Intelligence comes to Apple Vision Pro in April. Apple prepares to add Google Gemini to Apple Intelligence. Steve Jobs Archive marks Apple co-founder's 70th birthday. The new Beeper app combines all of Automattic's messaging systems. Picks of the Week: Leo's Pick: Hyperspace Jason's Pick: Framous Alex's Pick: Blackmagic 2110 Andy's Pick: Desert Island Discs, with Johnny Ive. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit get.stash.com/macbreak zscaler.com/security

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 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 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 s merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations • The '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 or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security 1.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

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 s 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 s' encrypted s. 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 'ed 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 or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: get.stash.com/macbreak deleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT 1.com/macbreak

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 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 or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! what you love and get ad-free shows, a -only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: Melissa.com/twit zocdoc.com/macbreak zscaler.com/security

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 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 s. 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 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

TikTok is back up but unavailable for 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 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: 1.com/macbreak zscaler.com/security

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