

MBW 983: The Saggy Quarter - iOS 26 Public Beta Now Available!
18 snips Jul 29, 2025
The latest public betas for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 are live, introducing new spam filtering features that could disrupt political campaigns. There's buzz about JPMorgan Chase potentially taking over the Apple Card, while the new AppleCare One promises a one-stop warranty solution for device owners. The discussion also dives into iPad multitasking frustrations, macOS enhancements, and a first look at Blackmagic's immersive footage for the Apple Vision Pro. Plus, insights into Adobe’s AI tools for Photoshop and the upcoming sci-fi series on Apple TV+ add to the excitement!
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Using iPad Preview Improves Workflow
- Jason Snell used the new iPad Preview app to efficiently reference PDFs while writing outdoors.
- This workflow mimicked his usual Mac routine and improved his productivity on the iPad.
Use iOS 26 Text Filters
- Use iOS 26's default unknown sender text filter to block spam and robocalls more effectively.
- Avoid replying to spam texts to prevent confirming your number as active to spammers.
iPad Multitasking Trade-offs
- Apple's removal of Slide Over multitasking may lose some productivity features loved by users.
- The new multitasking uses window tiling but might lack Slide Over's quick-access utility drawer.