iPhone Passcode Security, 2023 Mac Pro Coming, and Clean Energy Charging

Your iPhone passcode may be the weak link in iCloud security, Apple exec eludes to the new Mac Pro coming soon, confusion over Clean Energy Charing, Apple’s Exploratory Design Group, and more.

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Links from the show

• Everything new in iOS 16.4 beta 2
• My Beef with Books - Basic Apple Guy
• New 2023 Mac Pro is coming, says Apple exec
• Apple's 2019 Mac Pro Cheese Grating - YouTube
• If both your iPhone and passcode get stolen, you're in deep trouble
• iPhone 15 to require certified accessories for full access to USB-C
• Microsoft is bringing iMessage to Windows with the Phone Link app
• Battery replacement costs surge for iPhones, iPads and Macs
• Why people are upset about iPhone charging
• Apple's new hire will help build video ad business for Apple TV+
• How to quit all Mac apps at once in macOS Ventura
• Exploratory Design Group is Apple's secretive team working on glucose tech

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• (00:00) - Intro
• (02:55) - iOS 16.4 beta 2
• (09:04) - Mac Pro 2023
• (14:20) - Sponsor: Notion
• (16:53) - iPhone Passcodes
• (31:29) - iMessage on Windows
• (35:08) - Battery Replacement Cost
• (37:36) - Sponsor: Kolide
• (38:42) - Clean Energy Charging
• (47:19) - Apple TV+ Ads
• (49:46) - Quit Apps Utility
• (50:50) - XDG Group