AppleInsider Podcast

iOS 14.5 beta reveals a new mask unlock feature for iPhone, macOS 11.2 fixes some M1 Bluetooth issues, the best mics for Zoom calls and podcasting, precipitation forecasts in Weather, and Facebook tests ad tracking notifications. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @Hillitech, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts . Sponsored by: RemoteHQ: Try RemoteHQ collaboration tools with your team today! Use code APPLEINSIDER for 3 months of RemoteHQ FREE. Watch it in action on YouTube here, and then visit: remotehq.co/appleinsider ExpressVPN: AppleInsider listeners can get three extra months when you sign up for a year of service! Get the most secure and fastest VPN service today by visiting: expressvpn.com/appleinsider Helix Sleep: Get up to $200 off a new mattress and two FREE pillows with your order! Visit helixsleep.com/appleinsider to learn more. Podcast tools from the show Try Cast Zencastr Audio Hijack Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB Microphone Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Microphone Shure SM7B Dynamic Microphone Sound Devices MixPre-3 II Links from the show Exclusive: Consumer Reports' Nicholas De Leon on M1 versus Intel Everything new in iOS 14.5: Mask unlock, ATT, new controller support, more How to unlock your iPhone while wearing a mask Apple speeds up masked Face ID by detecting an Apple Watch in iOS 14.5 Joint Apple Card accounts, global 5G dual-SIM support found in iOS 14.5 macOS Big Sur 11.2 now available with Bluetooth fixes for M1 Macs Users report ongoing display problems in macOS Big Sur 11.1 and 11.2 Punxsutawney Phil's Winter Predictions Are In | The Weather Channel Apple requests return of Apple Silicon Developer Transition Kits, offers $200 toward purchase of M1 Mac Kensington StudioDock available to preorder starting at $379 AirPods Max Leather Cases Apple brings next-hour precipitation to Weather in the UK and Ireland CARROT Weather for iOS and Android Best cameras, lights, and mics for your work-from-home Zoom meetings Podcasting Microphones Mega-Review – Marco Arment Discussing Apple's App Store with Rogue Amoeba's Paul Kafasis on the AppleInsider podcast Stalwart call-recording tool succumbs to Apple silicon Rogue Amoeba | Current Software Status H. Moser & Cie sends up Apple Watch with $30,800 mechanical clone Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon CEO, AWS chief Andy Jassy to fill role in Q3 Facebook tests ad tracking notifications ahead of Apple's privacy rollout Facebook's anti-Apple campaign uses misleading figures, marketers claim Apple adds App Tracking Transparency rules to App Store Review Guidelines Apple illustrates privacy issues on Data Privacy Day 'Fortnite' judge orders 'frustrating' Apple to produce payment processing info Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this episode, special guest Nicholas De Leon from Consumer Reports joins us to discuss the current state of Windows PCs, Intel, and how they compare to Apple’s new M1 Macs. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts . Tune 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. Links from the show Review: The M1 MacBook Air is nearly as transformative as the original - AppleInsider Nicholas De Leon on Consumer Reports Nicholas De Leon on Twitter Consumer Reports Review of the M1 MacBook Air Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSpecial Guest: Nicholas De Leon.Support AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apple releases a record-breaking earnings report, iOS 14.4 launches with updates to HomePod mini, tips for creating Wi-Fi network QR codes and we highlight the new document creation app, Craft. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @wgallagher, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple 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. Tune 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. Sponsored by: Molekule: Get 10% off your first air purifier purchase when you use the promo code appleinsider at checkout! Visit: molekule.com to learn more. You can also listen to our interview with Molekule CEO Jaya Rao on HomeKit Insider! SmartAsset: Get a FREE, personalized retirement planning report when you to: smartasset.com/appleinsider Headspace: Get a FREE one-month trial with access to the entire Headspace library! Visit headspace.com/appleinsider to learn more. Links from the show Create a Wi-Fi QR Code Shortcut How to scan and create QR codes for free - YouTube Craft Note Example Notes of interest from Apple's Q1 2021 earnings report and conference call Apple shipped 90.1M iPhones in Q4 to oust Samsung as world's top smartphone vendor, report says Apple's $111.4B Q1 shatters quarterly record with massive growth across all categories iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 released with new Find My Items support, improved HomePod mini Handoff HomePod mini updated with new Handoff experience in OS version 14.4 Apple releases watchOS 7.3 with Unity watch face, wider ECG support Apple adds celebrity 'Time to Walk' audio workouts in Apple Fitness+ Apple's Jeff Williams and Jay Blahnik talk new 'Time to Walk' feature HDR Screen Test GoToTags Blank White NFC Stickers Weewooday 20 Pieces On-Metal NFC Stickers Craft | A fresh take on documents Messages using 700% CPU on M1 Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe Review: Car and Driver Intellidash+ is a painless way to add CarPlay to your vehicle Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We cover the new 2021 Mac lineup rumors, how to sideload iOS apps onto an M1 Mac, ongoing AirPods Max issues and more desk setup recommendations. We’d love to interact with you on Twitter. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @Hillitech, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple 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. Tune 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. Sponsored by: Masterclass: Get 15% off an annual membership to Masterclass when you visit: masterclass.com/appleinsider Ladder: Protect your family with incredible term life insurance from Ladder. Visit ladderlife.com/appleinsider to learn more. Links from the show Apple working on redesigned iMac, two Mac Pros, cheaper display for 2021 MagSafe return & better displays in 2021 MacBook Pro backed in new report How to use iOS apps on an Apple Silicon Mac, and how to extract them from your iPhone or iPad Sideloading iPad & iPhone apps is back on Apple Silicon Macs, but probably not for long AirPods Max Users Report Worrying ‘Condensation’ Problems How to stop AirPods Max overnight battery drain AirPods Max 'devastatingly overengineered' but repairable, demonstrates teardown Compared: Galaxy Buds Pro versus AirPods Pro Wes’ iPad Desk Setup Satechi Aluminum Desktop Stand for iPad Anker PowerLine III Flow Cables Monoprice AtlasFlex Type-C Cable Apple's 'Shot on iPhone 12' shows off users' portraits, cityscapes, and night sky Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Despite a virtual CES we saw several compelling devices announced for iPhone and iPad, we discuss tips for docking your MacBook Pro with a display, and the networking app Parler was removed from the App Store. We’d love to interact with you on Twitter. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @wgallagher, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts . Sponsored by: Amazon Pharmacy: Amazon Prime Members can save on prescription medication when not using insurance and get FREE 2-Day delivery! Learn more at: amazon.com/appleinsiderrx to learn more. Headspace: Get a FREE one-month trial with access to the entire Headspace library! Visit headspace.com/appleinsider to learn more. Nebia by Moen: The Nebia by Moen Spa Shower is Nebia’s most advanced shower yet. Use code AppleInsider for 15% off Nebia products! Visit nebia.com/appleinsider to learn more. Links from the show Apple amps up Racial Equality and Justice Initiative efforts with new projects LG announces first OLED 4K UltraFine 31.5-inch display Anker's new accessory lineup includes magnetic iPhone cases, iPhone 12 stands Kensington's new iPad Pro StudioDock packs a range of ports and chargers Targus announces new Work from Anywhere line, includes docking stations and iPad cases MacBook Vertical Dock PD3220U | BenQ DesignVue Designer Monitor Apple plans macOS software fix for M1 Mac Bluetooth connectivity issues Review: Belkin's delayed MagSafe Boost Charge Pro is worth the wait All the changes in iOS 14.4 beta 2 Belkin debuts Find My-enabled wireless earbuds, 2-in-1 MagSafe charging stand URL scheme reveals hidden 'Find My Items' menu on Apple devices Samsung inadvertently uses iPhone to tweet Galaxy Unpacked promo Apple purges Parler from App Store, Amazon cutting web service on Sunday Parler Users Breached Deep Inside U.S. Capitol Building, GPS Data Shows Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this week's podcast we describe Final Cut Pro performance on M1 MacBooks, the best configurations for using a Mac laptop with external monitors, using an Apple Watch for vlogging, and how Apple could use AR for customer support. We’d love to interact with you on Twitter. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @Hillitech, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple 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. Tune 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. Sponsored by: SmartAsset: Get a FREE, personalized retirement planning report when you to: smartasset.com/appleinsider ExpressVPN: AppleInsider listeners can get three extra months when you sign up for a year of service! Get the most secure and fastest VPN service today by visiting: expressvpn.com/appleinsider RemoteHQ: Try RemoteHQ collaboration tools with your team today! Use code APPLEINSIDER for 3 months of RemoteHQ FREE. Watch it in action on YouTube here, and then visit: remotehq.co/appleinsider Links from the show Review: WaterField Shield Case offers complete protection and puts your AirPods Max to sleep Upgrade your AirPods Max with WaterField Design's Leather Shield Case - YouTube AirPods Max Low Power Mode HACKED WITH MAGNETS - YouTube Replacement Earpads for AirPods Max Geekria UltraShell Case for AirPod Max Headphones Smartphone Clamp with Cold Shoe Mount Compatible with Apple Watch Ulanzi Selfie Vlog Phone Clip for Apple Watch LG 27'' UltraGear 4K Gaming Monitor LG UltraFine 24" Hubs & Docks HyperDrive Gen2 12-Port USB-C Hub Apple on track to release mini LED iPad Pro in early 2021 2021 iPad predicted to resemble iPad Air, no major changes coming for iPad Pro TikTok launches AR effect using LiDAR on iPhone 12 Pro Apple AR ambitions could expand Personal Shopping and tech support sessions Review: Belkin's delayed MagSafe Boost Charge Pro is worth the wait Confusion reigns over report of delays of Belkin 3-in-1 MagSafe Wireless Charger 3-in-1 Wireless MagSafe Charger for iPhone 12 | Belkin Facebook says it has 'no choice' but to comply with Apple privacy feature Google to add privacy information to iOS app suite as soon as this week Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Special guest Jason Aten joins us for a year in review episode as we discuss everything Apple launched in 2020, our favorite hardware releases, software updates, and what we hope to see in 2021. We’d love to interact with you on Twitter. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @JasonAten, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts . Sponsored by: Helix Sleep: Get up to $200 off a new mattress and two FREE pillows with your order! Visit helixsleep.com/appleinsider to learn more. Ladder: Protect your family with incredible term life insurance from Ladder. Visit ladderlife.com/appleinsider to learn more. SanDisk: Get 15% off your first order of featured products from SanDisk! Visit sandisk.com/appleinsider to learn more. Links from the show Follow Jason Aten on Twitter 29 Steps Podcast Jason admits Stephen was right Facebook Privacy Nutrition Label Mac Pro, Coronavirus, and Apple TV+ awards - January 2020 in review Coronavirus closes Apple Stores, Hollywood slams MacBook Pro keyboards — February 2020 in review March 2020 in review: Apple Stores close, but MacBook Air & iPad Pro launch anyway April 2020 in review: iPhone SE, contact tracing, Magic Keyboard for iPad May 2020 in review: iPhone 12 leaked, MacBook Pro 13-inch gets the new keyboard WWDC, Apple Silicon, and App Store fights - June 2020 in review Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSpecial Guest: Jason Aten.Support AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apple is reportedly moving forward with production of a so-called “Apple Car”, we cover using Apple Watch with Family Setup, tips and tricks for AirPods Max, and our favorite software services of the year. We’d love to interact with you on Twitter. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @wgallagher, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple 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. Tune 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. Sponsored by: SanDisk: Get 15% off your first order of featured products from SanDisk! Visit sandisk.com/appleinsider to learn more. BetterHelp: You deserve to be happy. Get 10% your first month of online counseling by visiting: betterhelp.com/appleinsider ExpressVPN: AppleInsider listeners can get three extra months when you sign up for a year of service! Get the most secure and fastest VPN service today by visiting: expressvpn.com/appleinsider Links from the show Apple could begin producing its own car with a 'next level' battery in 2024 Set up AirPods Max with your Mac and other Bluetooth devices Review: AirPods Max don't make it easy to justify the price How to get the most out of your new AirPods Max Set up an Apple Watch for a family member Apple working on technology to finally allow iOS devices to support multiple users EFF denounces Facebook's 'laughable campaign' against Apple's anti-tracking features Otter Dictation Text Expander for Mac Pastebot for Mac Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We review Apple’s AirPods Max headphones, Fitness+ launches, and Facebook attacks Apple over iOS 14 ad privacy program. Apple has launched AirPods Max, its high-end noise cancelling over-the-ear headphones. At the price of $549 many are comparing these to other noise cancelling headphones that cost hundreds of dollars less, but there are features that set AirPods Max apart. We’d love to interact with you on Twitter. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @Hillitech, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple 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. Tune 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. Sponsored by: CleanMyMac X: Try the incredible Mac app, CleanMyMac X for FREE by visiting: macpaw.app/insider SanDisk: Get 15% off your first order of featured products from SanDisk! Visit sandisk.com/appleinsider to learn more. RemoteHQ: Try RemoteHQ collaboration tools with your team today! Use code APPLEINSIDER for 3 months of RemoteHQ FREE. Watch it in action on Vimeo here, and then visit: remotehq.co/appleinsider Links from the show Stephen’s Tweet thread on AirPods Max Lingus by Snarky Puppy on Apple Music Mozart’s Requiem, Lacrimosa Movement on Apple Music insaneintherainmusic AirPods Max review: the good, the bad and a mic test - YouTube AirPods Max Review: Luxury Listening! - YouTube How to get the most out of your new AirPods Max Hands on: Getting to know Apple's AirPods Max Apple Fitness+ tidbits: AirPlay compatibility, Apple Watch requirements, and more Life Time fitness, Best Buy offer Apple Fitness+ promotions What Apple ProRAW is, and what it means for professional photographers Understanding ProRAW ProRAW Is Here! — Austin Mann Facebook continues newspaper attack over Apple ad tracking privacy program Facebook attacks Apple over iOS 14 ad privacy program in full-page newspaper ads Apple hits back at Facebook, says new iOS 14 ad tracking rules provide user choice Apple updates Privacy website alongside App Store 'nutrition labels' Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apple launches over-the-ear AirPod Max headphones, MagSafe Duo review, Fitness+ launches December 14, and the FTC files suit against Facebook seeking to break up Instagram and WhatsApp. We’d love to interact with you on Twitter. If you have questions or comments on the show, tweet at @stephenrobles and @wgallagher, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple 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. Tune 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. Sponsored by: Headspace: Get a FREE one-month trial with access to the entire Headspace library! Visit headspace.com/appleinsider and use the promo code APPLEINSIDER to learn more. BetterHelp: You deserve to be happy. Get 10% your first month of online counseling by visiting: betterhelp.com/appleinsider Masterclass: Buy one annual membership and get a second for FREE when you visit: masterclass.com/appleinsider Nebia by Moen: The Nebia by Moen Spa Shower is Nebia’s most advanced shower yet. Use code APPLEINSIDER for 15%% off sitewide! Visit nebia.com/appleinsider to learn more. Links from the show ecamm Call Recorder isn’t compatible with M1 Macs Apple debuts $549 AirPods Max over-ear headphones Apple releases $35 bi-directional Lightning to 3.5mm Audio Cable Apple News and Rumors since 1997 AirPods Max delivery dates begin slipping, some into 2021 Apple AirPods Max first look: lots to prove AirPods Max Unboxing & Impressions: $550?! - YouTube AirPods Max 🎧 Unboxing and First Impressions! - YouTube Review: MagSafe Duo is almost everything you need, but has too many compromises Apple Fitness+ workouts arriving on December 14 Apple adding Fitness+ accessories to Apple Store Best workout accessories for Apple Fitness Plus Apple, Google to ban location tracking firm that sold data to US military WhatsApp says Apple's new privacy nutrition labels are anticompetitive FTC, 46 states file antitrust suit against Facebook, seek Instagram & WhatsApp break-up Tim Cook talks health, fitness, and the importance of national parks Outside Podcast: Tim Cook on Health and Fitness on Apple Podcasts Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: steve@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★