MacBreak Weekly (Audio) MBW 995: Fuhgeddaboudit! - Apple Announces New M5 MacBook Pro & Vision Pro
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Oct 22, 2025 Apple unveils its new M5 MacBook Pro and Vision Pro, generating exciting buzz about their features. The hosts debate the Vision Pro's potential reliance on gaming content, while discussing its immersive NBA broadcasts and F1 media deal. They dissect connectivity limitations in the M5 MacBook and the significant privacy implications of Apple's AI strategy amid talent departures. With innovative ads featuring Jane Goodall and a review of new accessories like the knit band, the conversation balances tech excitement with critical insight.
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Vision Pro Is An Ongoing Experiment
- Apple treats Vision Pro as a years-long experiment rather than a mainstream product today.
- The M5 refresh keeps the platform viable for first-time buyers and future development.
Buy Quest 3 For Games, Not Vision Pro
- If you want VR gaming, buy a Quest 3 instead of paying extra to adapt Vision Pro for games.
- Use PSVR2 controllers with Vision Pro only if you already own them and accept the cost and limitations.
Displays, Not Cameras, Drive Vision Pro Limits
- Sony OLED displays in Vision Pro are pushing Apple silicon to its limits with foveated rendering demands.
- M5 raises rendered pixels and frame-rate headroom, improving sharpness for Mac virtual displays.