AppleInsider Podcast

Dive into the exciting revelations from the recent WWDC! Discover the innovative redesign of iPadOS and the changes in iOS featuring 'Liquid Glass'. Explore the new multitasking capabilities and enhance your productivity with iPad's latest features. Get insights on Apple's advancements in visual intelligence and how they impact user experience. The hosts also discuss the evolution of Apple TV's aesthetics and the company’s strategic shift in AI innovations. Tune in for a mix of impressive updates and entertaining critiques!

Join us for the AppleInsider Podcast's WWDC 2025 rapid catchup with all the most useful and most exciting updates from Apple's announcements.Contact your hosts:@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It feels like we're seconds away from WWDC, which rumor says will either be feature-packed or very lightweight. In the meantime, Apple is giving out awards and defending the App Store, on the AppleInsider Podcast.Contact your hosts:@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Oracle: Try Oracle Cloud Infrastructure for free at oracle.com/appleinsiderNordLayer: Go to nordlayer.com/appleinsider and use coupon code appleinsider-10 to get an extra 10% off the NordLayer business VPN and malware protection serviceLinks from the Show:Millions of apps were denied by Apple in 2024 amid fraud crackdownApple Design Award winners for 2025 include Balatro, Watch DutyApple teases OS redesign with new 'Sleek peek' splash page taglineFive more iOS 26 features leak from a reliable sourceAirPods expected to gain new head gestures, Camera Control revivalHow to watch WWDC 2025 on iPhone, Mac, Apple TV & webLighter than normal WWDC expected without significant Apple Intelligence upgradesSiri Chatbot prototype nears ChatGPT quality, but hallucinates more than Apple wantsmacOS 26 rumored to be called 'Tahoe'Apple appeals against EU mandate that it freely share its technologyApple appeal to pause injunction enforcement allowing external linking failsvisionOS 26 may eventually offer full support for PlayStation VR2 spatial controllersSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (01:12) - Switch 2 (08:05) - WWDC (12:53) - Apple relations (36:33) - Apple Design Awards (48:48) - iOS 26 (52:45) - Apple in China book (56:19) - visionOS ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Excitement brews as Apple may unveil iOS 26 at WWDC, signaling a shift in their operating system naming scheme. The hosts discuss a notable UI overhaul for macOS titled Solarium and debate bold claims about the future of apps in an AI-driven world. The discussion includes a potential 200MP camera for iPhone and Apple's acquisition of a game studio, hinting at a revamped gaming strategy. Privacy concerns arise with T-Mobile recording iPhone screens, while political tariffs on iPhones could impact prices for consumers worldwide.

The hosts dive into the excitement around WWDC, highlighting leaks about Jony Ive's potential AI device. With Google raising the stakes, they question Apple’s AI strategies and discuss Fortnite’s triumphant return to iOS after a lengthy legal saga. The conversation shifts to Apple's relationship with developers amidst criticism and legal battles. The hosts also explore the implications of emerging technologies like augmented reality and contemplate ongoing innovations in AI, all while keeping the tone light with humor and personal anecdotes.

Exciting advancements in CarPlay Ultra steal the spotlight, enhancing user accessibility and navigating Apple’s automotive ambitions. The chat dives into innovative features in Apple Maps, including Michelin reviews for food lovers. Enhancements in iOS 19 accessibility show Apple's commitment to inclusivity, with updates supporting Braille users. Fun discussions on music streaming highlight the contrast between curated and algorithmic playlists, showcasing Apple's unique listening experiences. Speculations about future iPhones spark curiosity about what's next in Apple's tech evolution.

It's time to look back at the legendary iMac on its 27th birthday, but also time to look ahead to rumors of a future shakeup over iPhone launches -- and the present day shakeup in the App Store, on the AppleInsider podcast.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Oracle: Take a free test drive of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure at oracle.com/appleinsiderMasterClass: take advantage of the new special discount offers on annual memberships at MasterClass.comFast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to get an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceRogue Amoeba: Visit MacAudio.com/insider by the end of May 2025 to save 20% off any purchase with the coupon code INSIDER.Links from the Show:How Steve Jobs saved Apple with the iMac 27 years agoApple's Eddy Cue is guessing that the iPhone will eventually be replaced by AIApple is rumored to radically change up the iPhone 18 release scheduleApp Store Freedom Act hopes to bring alternative app stores to US iPhonesApple turns to Anthropic to speed up coding & fix buggy toolsApple working on adding AI-powered search to SafariSpotify app adds support for direct purchases & payments after court mandateKindle adds 'Get Book' buy button to where it always belongedApple files appeal against court ruling that mandated App Store changesLawsuit hopes to return 15 months of commissions to developers after App Store ruling'Fortnite' could return to the US App Store by FridayBillion dollar battle: Picking an App Store fight with Apple cost Epic Games greatlyApple seeks stay on allowing external links & purchases during injunction violation appealApple's 2025 Pride Collection features a unique Apple Watch Sport BandBackbone Pro review: meticulous craftsmanship, exorbitant priceWhat An Apple Vision Pro Developer Learned Hiking 70 Miles Outdoors In HeadsetSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (01:13) - iMac anniversary (07:23) - No more iPhones (13:43) - Split iPhone launches (22:51) - iPhone fold 2 (30:40) - Anthropic and Xcode (40:10) - AI search (50:16) - App Store, Kindle, and lawsuits (01:09:18) - Pride Collection (01:10:57) - Backbone Pro (01:16:14) - New macOS on old Macs ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apple's recent earnings exceed expectations, even as it faces legal challenges from Epic Games, which could impact its App Store policies. The hosts explore the practicalities of creating a portable Mac mini, comparing it to the MacBook Air. There's also a glimpse into upcoming iPhone models and a fascinating discussion about age verification and tech dilemmas. The episode digs into Apple's AI restructuring and its global manufacturing challenges, all while engaging with listener feedback and teasing future discussions.

Reflecting on five years of Apple Silicon reveals its transformative impact on computing performance. The discussion also explores Apple's responses to data privacy concerns, highlighting advances in security against theft. They delve into the ethical implications of Apple's advertising strategies, and examine how the company integrates AI responsibly in its ecosystem. The hosts share insights on the evolution of the Apple Watch and the tech giant's navigation through tariff complexities, rounding off with engaging anecdotes about consumer behavior in tech purchases.

As Google looks like it may have to split off its advertising business, Apple is expanding its own version, and there are rumors of the next Apple Vision Pro -- plus a lament for last Intel Mac mini.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Fast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to get an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceRogue Amoeba: Visit MacAudio.com/insider by the end of May 2025 to save 20% off any purchase with the coupon code INSIDER.Links from the Show:Apple rebrands its advertising business as 'Apple Ads'Google has an illegal monopoly on online advertising, judge rulesEvery Intel Mac mini is now obsolete or vintage, and will be missediPadOS 19 rumored to get more Mac-like in productivity pushTim Cook really wants Apple Glass to become a realityOn-device Apple Intelligence training seems to be based on controversial technologyTrump vs. China: How the tariff war has hit Apple so farTrump gives Apple a giant break with wide-ranging tariff exemptionsiPhone & Mac tariff reprieve only temporaryChina escalates US tariff war by halting rare earth mineral exportsUS launches semiconductor probe to excuse tariff exemptionsNext Apple Vision headset may use titanium to cut weightGet rewarded for recycling with Apple's 2025 Earth Day offerApple cuts more than 60% of its global greenhouse gas emissionsSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (00:38) - Google (08:38) - Apple Ads (17:49) - Last Intel Mac mini (37:13) - iPadOS 19 (49:43) - Apple Intelligence training (57:34) - Controversy Corner (01:03:26) - Apple Vision Pro 2: The Sequel (01:05:36) - Earth Day ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★