
AppleInsider Podcast
Get the latest iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple news every Friday. Tune in to this weekly podcast for in-depth coverage, product reviews, and analysis of all news surrounding Apple. Since 1997 AppleInsider has been a premier source of Apple news, leaks, and rumors. Hosted by William Gallagher and Wesley Hilliard.
Latest episodes

Jun 19, 2020 • 44min
Hey email app fights Apple’s App Store policy and our WWDC iPadOS wishlist
After accepting the new email app “Hey” into the App Store, Apple is now denying updates unless the developer adds an in-app subscription. Zoom backtracks and gives all users end-to-end encryption, leaked iMac icon found in an unreleased version of iOS 14, and our hosts list their feature wishlist for the next version of iPadOS.
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Links from the Show
Apple pressures email app 'Hey' to integrate in-app purchase option [u]
Walt Mossberg comments on Hey email situation
Zoom backtracks, says end-to-end encryption will be able to all users
Apple in-store Mac trade-in program officially launches in U.S., Canada
Icon of rumored iMac redesign revealed in iOS 14 | Appleinsider
WWDC20 Schedule
LaunchCuts for iOS
Keyboard shortcuts could replicate function keys in upcoming iPadOS update
HomeDash | The Ultimate HomeKit App
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Jun 12, 2020 • 46min
ARM Mac transition, iMac redesign, and our WWDC macOS wishlist
Popular podcast app Pocket Casts is removed from the App Store in China, upcoming features revealed in iOS 13.6, a redesigned iMac could debut at WWDC along with the rumored ARM Mac transition, and our hosts list their feature wishlist for the next macOS.
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Links from the show
Apple reportedly removes podcast app in China at request of government
Apple to discontinue iBooks Author in July, plans the same for iTunes U in 2021
iOS 13.6 adds symptoms to Health, unattended iOS update download toggle
iOS 13.6 remembers where you left off in Apple News articles
Apple to launch in-store Mac trade-in program in U.S., Canada
Apple transition to own ARM chips in Macs rumored to start at WWDC
iMac with 'iPad Pro design language' plus T2 chip could debut at WWDC
What to expect at WWDC 2020 — and what not to
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Jun 5, 2020 • 29min
Watching sports with ‘Apple Glass’ , ‘Defending Jacob’ review, and Tim Cook’s response to racism
Could Apple’s AR glasses make watching sports an interactive experience? We discuss the possibilities, along with iOS 14 feature rumors, bundling Apple’s services, a brief review of the Apple TV+ original “Defending Jacob”, and Tim Cook’s response to racism in the US.
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Links from the Show
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Apple researching how to make televised sports more interactive through AR
iOS 14 could bring built-in translator, Apple Pencil support to Safari
Apple still mulling services bundle, iOS 13.5.5 code suggests
Sneaky Sasquatch
Defending Jacob on Apple TV+
Home on Apple TV+
Apple Stores smashed and looted amid George Floyd protests
Tim Cook speaks out about racism and injustice
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May 29, 2020 • 45min
HBO Max launches, Apple Stores re-opening, and must-have accessories for work
Quibi adds AirPlay support and HBO Max launches, Apple to reopen 100 US stores, battery health management comes to Mac, and we roundup some our favorite accessories, hubs, and bags.
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News Links
Watch Quibi streaming videos on AirPlay-supported TVs
HBO Max launches on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV
Apple will reopen 100 US stores this week
Apple releases macOS Catalina 10.15.5 with new battery health management feature
Rumor: 'iPhone 12' to integrate Lightning instead of USB-C, port-less iPhone coming in 2021
Apple hunting for podcast chief to lead original content push, Apple TV+ tie-ins
Travel Accessories
Stephen’s Bag
eBags Professional Slim Laptop Backpack
Harbor London Cable Organizer
Amazon.com: Anker USB C to USB 3.0 Adapter (Female), Type-C Adapter
Sabrent Thunderbolt 3 to Dual HDMI 2.0 Adapter
HyperDrive 6-in-1 USB-C Hub — for iPad Pro
HyperDrive DUO 7-in-2 — USB-C Hub for MacBook Pro
HyperDrive NET 6-in-2 — USB-C Hub for MacBook Pro
HYPER Announces World's First 100W GaN Charger
HyperJuice: World's First & Smallest 100W GaN on Kickstarter
Andrew’s Bag
Peak Design Bags + Camera Gear
Peak Design Travel Tripod
Master & Dynamic MW65 Wireless Headphones
Kevlar® USB-C Cables | NOMAD®
Rugged Leather Moment Case for iPhone 11 Pro | NOMAD®
Amazon.com: Samsung T7 Touch Portable SSD
SuperPort 4: 100W USB-C Desktop Charger
SuperTank USB-C PD Portable Charger, 27,000mAh
Accessory Reviews
Review: Moshi iongo 5K duo is the best portable charger for a night out
Review: Output 4K HDR and charge your iPad Pro with Moshi's new USB-C adapter
Review: STM Goods' ChargeTree is a compact way to charge all your gear
Review: UAG's rugged silicone Apple Watch straps add a stainless steel clasp
Review: Pad & Quill Apple Watch cuffs are unique and rugged
Review: HybridDrive USB-C portable dock mitigates sometimes tight storage on a MacBook Pro
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May 22, 2020 • 39min
‘Apple Glass’ leaked, 13-inch MacBook Pro review, and what Joe Rogan’s Spotify deal means for podcasting
Leaker Jon Prosser reveals the rumored ‘Apple Glass’ Augmented reality device, Andrew reviews the refreshed 13-inch MacBook Pro, and The Joe Rogan Experience announces an exclusive deal with Spotify.
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Apple Glass
'Apple Glass' details leaked, will cost $499 and work with prescriptions
Suppliers readying for small-volume production of 'Apple Glass' in 2021
iOS 13.5 and 13-inch MacBook Pro Review
Apple releases iOS 12.4.7, iOS 13.5, iPadOS 13.5, tvOS 13.4.5 updates
Review: The 13-inch MacBook Pro with 10th generation processors is the one to buy
Joe Rogan Goes Spotify Exclusive
'The Joe Rogan Experience' to ditch Apple Podcasts, YouTube for Spotify
Spotify buys Gimlet and Anchor to combat iTunes' podcast dominance Support AppleInsider Podcast
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May 15, 2020 • 41min
‘iPhone 12’ Lineup Leaked, ‘AirPods Studio’ Rumors, and Shortcuts Roundup
Wesley Hilliard comes on the podcast for the first time as our hosts discuss the “iPhone 12” leaks, “AirPods Studio” rumors, Wesley’s iPad-only workflow, and our hosts go through some of our most-used Shortcuts.
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iPhone and AirPod Links
Entire 'iPhone 12' & 'iPhone 12 Pro' lineup specs detailed
Jon Prosser
'AirPods Studio' rumored to feature head and neck detection
Wes’s Setup
Wesley’s iPad Setup
StayGo USB-C Hub
Aluminum Foldable Hinge Holder R1 Stand
Shortcuts
Connect to AirPods
Go to iTunes Subscriptions
Go to Keychain Passwords
Wake Mac to SideCar
Focus Time
Resume Pocket Casts
Apple Devices Screenshot Frames
Generate QR Code
Going Home Text
GoToTags NFC Stickers
SideCar Scripts to Setup Shortcut
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May 8, 2020 • 1h 2min
13-inch MacBook Pro Refresh and HomeKit Device Roundup
Apple refreshed the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Magic Keyboard, WWDC date is announced, the iPad Pro Smart Keyboard gets a teardown, and our hosts provide a massive roundup of HomeKit and smart home devices.
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News Links
Apple unveils new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Magic Keyboard
Apple's 2020 WWDC, Swift Student Challenge start online on June 22
'X-ray teardown' of iPad Pro Magic Keyboard illustrates complex engineering
Smart Home Reviews
HomeTags make it even easier to control your HomeKit devices via NFC
ecobee launches HomeKit security system with camera, door tags, monitoring service
Eve for HomeKit app updated with iCloud syncing and improved camera support
Review: Eve Water Guard isn't flashy but can put your mind at ease
Inside all the new HomeKit products coming out in 2020
Review: Netatmo Smart Indoor Camera pairs HomeKit Secure Video with AI facial recognition
Arlo adds HomeKit support to Arlo Pro 3 smart home camera system
Hands on: Philip Hue's new HomeKit-enabled smart lights for 2020
CES 2020: Hands on with August Wi-Fi Smart Lock with HomeKit
CES 2020: Best of HomeKit
Smart Home Device Roundup
Home automation company Wink under fire for surprise subscription mandate
Wemo Mini Smart Plug
Canary - A complete security system in a single device.
Vivint Smart Home
Meethue | Hue
Brilliant: Smart Home Automation, Control and Lighting System
Eve Light Switch
Koogeek Apple Homekit enabled smart home products Smart Home at Koogeek
iDevices Switch
Lutron Smart Window Shades
Lutron Maestro Ceiling Fan Switch
Eve Aqua Smart Water System
Orbit In-Ground Sprinkler System
Traeger Ironwood Grills - WiFi Pellet Grills
ecobee Smart Thermostats & Smart Home Devices
Smart Lock | Digital Door Lock
August Home | Your Smart Home Starts at the Front Door
Logitech Circle 2 Home Security Camera, Indoor/Outdoor HD Camera
Arc: The Premium Smart Soundbar | Sonos
Mu-so 2nd Generation
FIBARO | Flood Sensor - the water leak detector
Fibaro HomeKit Flood Sensor
Eve Water Guard
Eve Motion on Amazon
Aqara on Amazon
Aqara Smart Wall Switch (No Neutral, Double Rocker)
Aqara Hub, Wireless Smart Home Bridge
Eve Cam | evehome.com
Indoor security camera with Alexa Built-in | ecobee
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May 1, 2020 • 39min
iPhone SE Review, iMessage Editing, iOS 13.5 Beta and Xcode on iPad
Our hosts discuss the in-depth review done on AppleInsider, Stephen has an iPad Magic Keyboard in hand and gives a brief review, plus our hosts discuss iOS 13.5 beta features, COVID-19 exposure API and Xcode on iPad.
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iPhone SE And Magic Keyboard
Review: iPhone SE is the definition of affordable smartphone power
Tips and tricks for mastering the iPad Pro Magic Keyboard
iOS 13.5 and iMessage Editing
Everything new in iOS 13.5 beta 3 - Face ID changes, and Exposure Notification
Apple looks to make editing sent Messages possible at last
COVID-19
Apple releases first beta of COVID-19 Exposure Notification API for developers
XCode
Why Apple may bring Xcode to the iPad, and what it has to do
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Apr 24, 2020 • 50min
iPad Magic Keyboard Comparison, ‘iPhone 12’ Leaks, and Home Theater Talk
Our hosts discuss the new iPad Pro Magic Keyboard at length, we run down all the “iPhone 12” leaks and rumors, an update on ARM Mac timeline, and discuss their recent home theater purchases.
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Magic Keyboard Review
Compared: Magic Keyboard versus Brydge Pro+ for iPad Pro
Compared: Magic Keyboard versus Smart Keyboard Folio
XCode may be coming to the iPhone and iPad very soon
‘iPhone 12’ Leaks
Everything known about the ‘iPhone 12’
‘iPhone 12 Pro Max’ design detailed in new video
‘iPhone 12’ leak details smaller TrueDepth notch
Lightning Round Links
The groundwork is set for Apple ‘Pro’ ARM Mac chips
First ARM Mac said to arrive in 2021 with custom Apple chip
Apple and Google’s contact tracing will launch early, on April 28
LG 60” Class 4K UHD Smart LED HDR TV (60UM6900PUA) : Target
Yamaha RX-V485BL 4K Receiver
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Apr 17, 2020 • 40min
New iPhone SE, COVID-19 Contact Tracing and Mac Utility Roundup
An updated 4.7" iPhone SE is released, Apple and Google team up to develop contact tracing technology to reduce the spread of COVID-19, and our hosts go in-depth on more of their favorite Mac utilities.
Send us your favorite Mac utilities by tweeting at us and using the hashtag #aipodcast
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iPhone SE 2020 And iPad Magic Keyboard
Apple unveils new iPhone SE priced at just $399
Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro now available to order
New Apple iPad on Amazon
Covid-19 Tracking
Apple, Google team on ‘contact tracing’ smartphone software to combat spread of COVID-19
Trump says Apple-Google contact tracing system is ‘amazing,’ but raises ‘big constitutional problems’
Apple and Google detail COVID-19 contact tracing program, focus on privacy u
Apple and Google must convince public that contact tracing is secure, senator says
Mac Utility Follow-Up
Default Folder X - Thanks Jeff!
TextExpander
CopyClip
Copied
Keyboard Maestro
Plex
ToothFairy
Fantastical
Bar None
Hazel
DaisyDisk
Squash
Deliveries
Bear
iStat Menus
Sugarmate
Paste
Bartender 3
Setapp
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