MBW 982: Everyday I'm Scrobblin' - UK Backs Down on Apple Encryption Backdoor

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Jul 23, 2025

Excitement brews for the upcoming iOS 26 public beta and a rumored foldable iPhone set to launch next year. Apple faces challenges in the AI talent race and reacts to UK pressure over encryption policies. New emojis, including Bigfoot and Orca, join the fun in iOS 26, while vibrant colors for the iPhone 17 Pro spark speculation. The hosts delve into the tensions between innovation and privacy, sharing humorous anecdotes and insights on emerging technology trends.

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ADVICE

Public Beta Installation Tips

Wait to install the public beta until major issues are resolved.
Always back up your data before installing beta software to avoid data loss.

INSIGHT

Apple's AI Strategy Clash

Apple focuses on privacy and on-device AI rather than cloud-based large models.
This creates a cultural mismatch with AI researchers who prefer open source and cloud compute.

ANECDOTE

Severance Keyboard Kickstarter

Andy Ihnatko discusses owning a high-quality, heavy aluminum Severance keyboard replica.
He values authentic design and is intrigued despite the high price of $599+.

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