AppleInsider Podcast

How and why Apple Music chose its Best 100 albums, plus what's coming to the Music app in iOS 18, and getting into the details of the nano texture iPad Pro.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Notion: Try out the incredible power of Notion AI today! For a limited time, try Notion AI for free when you visit: notion.com/appleinsiderFastmail: Try Fastmail free for 30 days and get 10% off your first year at fastmail.com/appleinsiderLinks from the Show:Apple Music's best 100 albums list is done, and it's controversialhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/100-best-albums-radio/id1743037216New Music & audio enhancements plus a mysterious 'Passthrough' feature are coming at WWDCFuture emoji could include Eye Bags & ShoveliPad Pro hands on: Luxury technology in an impossibly-thin packageM4 iPad Pro teardown shows copper logo, highly repairable internalsOLED iPad Pro owners discover grainy display problemIf you want an iPad Pro Magic Keyboard that matches the Siri Remote, it'll cost youIf you're buying a new iPad Pro, your old magnetic stand won't workApple Pencil Pro casts a fake shadow based on which tool you're usingApple plans a thinner and more expensive iPhone 17 for 2025Kuo: iPhone 16 Pro replacing blue with rose titanium colorApple Vision Pro's next 'adventure' experience is Parkour in ParisMarvel's 'What If...? - an Immersive Story' coming to Apple Vision Pro on May 30BTW case review: Waterfield Shield Case for Apple Vision Pro review: Way better for travel than Apple's caseBuyer taken for $1,000 by fake Apple badge on eBayHands on with the new Sonos Ace headphonesSonos Roam 2 portable AirPlay speaker gets surprise releaseSupport 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.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (00:50) - Best 100 albums (06:42) - Number 1 (12:26) - Logic Pro (15:50) - iTunes and albums (21:35) - iOS 18 (28:58) - Emoji (34:39) - iPad Pro (45:05) - iPadOS 18 (50:45) - iPad Pro questions (52:17) - iPhone 17 (57:51) - Apple Vision Pro ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Looking to the future of AI, delving into the past with emulators on the App Store, and diving into the present with the new iPad Pro now that it and the iPad Air are in users' hands.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/appleinsider and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!Fast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceLINKS FROM THE SHOW:Some sticker thing Wes recommends"Crush" adApple's 'Crush' iPad Pro ad sparks intense backlash from creativesApple apologizes for iPad Pro 'Crush' ad after massive backlashSamsung's half-hearted attempt to capitalize on Apple's Crush ad misses the pointiOS 17.5iOS 17.5 is here with Repair State & EU Web DistributionDeleted images haunt iPhone users in Photos for iOS 17.5AccessibilityThere are a lot of new accessibility features coming in iOS 18 and visionOS 2.0EmulatorsOriginal PlayStation games come to iPhone with new Gamma emulatorApp Store emulator surge continues, this time for PlayStation Portable gamesiPadsNew iPad Air review roundup: Screen and Apple Pencil Pro are standoutsNew iPad Pro review roundup: impressive performance held back by iPadOSiPad line streamlining is proceeding according to Apple's secret planiPad Air hands on: A return to an affordable large-format iPadHow to use iPad as a Mac replacement and why you'd want toSupport 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.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (00:44) - iPad Pro breakdown (04:22) - AI iPad (12:40) - Google I/O (17:28) - Accessibility (22:34) - Crush and Uncrush (36:21) - Emulators everywhere (46:11) - Hands On iPad Pro (01:02:45) - Nanotexture ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We've been waiting for so long to get updated iPads, and now we've got two new iPad Air and two new iPad Pro models -- but the question is whether they were worth the wait, or they're just spec-bump updates with faster processors and better screens yet nothing truly new.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:ExpressVPN: Visit expressvpn/aipodcast for three months off a one-year plan on the VPN that keeps your data safe while not slowing down your Macs, iPhones, or iPads.LINKS FROM THE SHOW:iPad eventAn eraseable 'Let Loose' event logo teases a new Apple Pencil featureiPad Air gets a faster processor and a supersized 13-inch optionApple's new iPad Pro gets M4 power, advanced Tandem OLED screensApple Pencil Pro brings squeeze gestures to new iPads for $129Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro get major updates on iPadNew Apple aluminum Magic Keyboard introduces backlit keys & function barThe 'Let Loose' event was the first to be edited on iPad using Final Cut ProTim Cook sports Nike sneakers custom made for the iPad launchiPad Pro specsApple's new iPad Pro benchmarks demonstrate impressive tablet AI performanceAlleged M4 benchmarks verify Apple's iPad Pro performance claimsUltra Retina XDR OLED screens in iPad Pro are just the latest evolution of Apple's flagship display techApple AIApple's new Photos app will utilize generative AI for image editingSiri for iOS 18 to gain massive AI upgrade via Apple's Ajax LLMSecret Apple 'Project ACDC' to pioneer AI chips for data centersApple AdsiPhone 15 Find My shows Mandalorians the way in latest Apple adApple's latest iPad Pro ad asks, 'What's a computer' | AppleInsiderApple's 'Crush' iPad ad sparks backlash from creatives - AppleInsiderSupport 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.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (01:26) - Why not both? (06:14) - Crush ad (11:02) - The Mandalorian (14:02) - Let measurements loose (18:36) - 13-inch iPad Air (26:44) - iPad Pro (28:40) - OLED and nano-texture (43:36) - M4 (50:50) - Accessories (01:00:08) - Final Cut Pro (01:04:38) - AI ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We've been waiting for this for nearly two years but finally there are new iPads -- and Apple has shaken up its entire lineup.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailLINKS FROM THE SHOW:Apple's new iPad Pro gets M4 power, advanced Tandem OLED screensiPad Air gets a faster processor and a supersized 13-inch optionApple drops the price of its 10th generation iPad to $349The 'Let Loose' event was the first to be edited on iPad using Final Cut Pro (00:00) - Intro (00:59) - Let Loose launches ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Small developers in the EU now have plenty to thank Apple about, while some users worldwide have a couple of gripes about bugs in Apple ID. Plus emulators are a hit, there are so many promising leaks about iOS 18, and of course we're nearing the launch of new iPads.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Backblaze: Visit backblaze.com/appleinsider for a fully-featured, no-risk free trial of the online backup service.Fast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceLINKS FROM THE SHOW:Apple charms investors with record $110B stock buyback, dividend hikeEU Core Technology Fee for small & non-profit developers pared way backEverything you need to know about emulating retro games with Delta for iPhoneSome users are randomly getting locked out of their Apple ID accountsTikTok pulls a 'Fortnite' and is trying to dodge in-app purchase feesByteDance would rather shut down US TikTok than sell itNew iPad Pro rumored to debut with M4 chipApple Pencil coming on May 7 could buzz users with haptic feedbackNew iPad Pro models will get the best OLED tablet display ever madeWhat to expect in iOS 18: AI, new look, redesigned stock apps, and moreApple Notes in iOS 18 looks to up the ante with Microsoft OneNoteThe long nightmare may be over -- iPad could finally get a Calculator appApple to unveil AI-enabled Safari browser alongside new operating systemsApple's iOS 18 to streamline task management with unified events and remindersBeats Solo 4 headphones review: Great audio quality and featuresNew Beats Solo Buds offers budget-friendly audio in a tiny caseiPhone users try telling their bosses the alarm didn't go off'Ted Lasso' complete series Blu Ray box set may arrive soonSupport 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.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (01:18) - Apple Earnings (02:41) - EU changing Apple (06:27) - New rules for small developers (20:25) - Using emulators (23:32) - Installing games (30:44) - Apple ID bug (35:12) - New Repair State (36:50) - New iPads (45:12) - iPad Air and iPad Pro (53:45) - Ted Lasso (56:19) - Leaks and rumors ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The US is looking out for its companies, the EU is looking out for Spotify, and Korean wants to help Samsung -- and in the meantime, we've got new iPads to look forward to, plus FineWoven cases to collect while we still can.Contact your hosts@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam Gallagher on emailMike Wuerthele on emailSponsored by:Notion: Try out the incredible power of Notion AI today! For a limited time, try Notion AI for free when you visit: notion.com/appleinsiderLinks from the show:Trade-in cancellationsCompeting rumors cast doubt on mini LED iPad Air debut in MayNew iPad Air & iPad Pro models are coming on May 7Spotify's second iOS app update attempt in EU fails to pass App Store reviewBiden signs TikTok bill into law as Chinese firm threatens legal actionEpic vs. Apple lurches on, this time about antisteering complianceApple won't have to do that much to comply with EU's new right to repair lawThe long nightmare may be over — iPad could finally get a Calculator appApple Vision Pro shipments reportedly cut as US demand for headset wanesMeta needs other companies & developers to challenge Apple Vision ProApple Silicon might get used for AI chips in server farmsiPhone isn't secureable enough for the South Korea military - but Android isApple's FineWoven cases rumored to get one final releaseApple close to securing $1B TV rights to new FIFA soccer tournamentSupport 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.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (00:26) - Trade-In Errors (02:40) - GPUs (04:42) - iPad Air (06:38) - WWDC (09:34) - AI (12:56) - Spotify (18:50) - Epic Games (24:28) - TikTok (32:16) - iPad calculator (34:26) - Apple Vision Pro sales (41:10) - FineWoven cases (47:30) - Korean ban (48:36) - Sport ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As China seems poised to get the Apple Vision Pro, we've had a whole range of new Elgato devices ranging from game capture to webcam, plus the iPad Air may cost more than we think -- and the M4 Macs will be here before we know it.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/appleinsider and download the app to sign-up for FREE. Find doctors and specialists that take your insurance and even book appointments online!Fast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceLinks from the Show:A new app is the surest sign that the Apple Vision Pro will launch in China very soon New 12.9-inch iPad Air may not be a large-screen bargainWhen to expect every Mac to get the AI-based M4 processorElgato has an attractive new Neo range for content creators & streamersApple's iPhone recycling is a security nightmare for e-waste partnersApple boasts that it has cut greenhouse gas emissions in halfApple's iOS 18 AI will be on-device preserving privacy, and not server-sideApple Notes in iOS 18 looks to up the ante with Microsoft OneNoteGame emulator Delta arrives on App Store after controversiesAdobe Express mobile app for iOS ships with Firefly generative AI smartsSupport 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.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (00:46) - Apple Vision Pro UK (01:58) - Apple Vision Pro China (08:44) - iPads coming (18:24) - Mac M4 (26:18) - AI (40:36) - Elgato Neo (49:00) - Game emulators ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's not true that Apple Vision Pro will give you black eyes, but maybe it is true that Apple could be doing more immersive video. Plus we have no iPads yet, but we think we know where they are.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:SaneBox: Go to sanebox.com/insider to start a two-week free trial of the AI email management tool and get $25 credit too.LINKS FROM THE SHOW:EmulatorsApple now allows classic game emulators on the App StoreRetro's back: the best wrap-around game controllers for your iPhoneFind MyGoogle's Apple-friendly Find My Devices network launching in ApriliPadsTwo more new iPads spotted in regulatory databaseNew iPads Pro, iPad Air, and USB-C accessories expected in early MayOLED display upgrade for 2024 iPad Pro teased in iOS 17.5 betaAIApple licenses millions of Shutterstock images to train its AI modelsiOS 18 rumored to have a mysterious Safari Browsing Assistant featureFalse Flag: Social media erupts over Apple's predictive text Palestine blunderApple Vision ProApple teases more Immersive Video dinosaurs for Apple Vision Pro coming soonApple spotlights how businesses are adopting the Apple Vision ProNo, you won't get a black eye from Apple Vision ProBest Apple Vision Pro third-party apps in April 2024 (00:00) - Intro (00:30) - Apple Vision Pro black eyes (09:30) - More dinosaurs (16:14) - Best Apple Vision Pro apps (24:40) - Where are our iPads? (33:25) - Apple's mastery of logistics (39:53) - Emulators (50:07) - iPhone AI ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The Apple Car is gone but instead Apple is said to be working on robots. It's all a long way from Apple's origins this week in 1976, and even quite a long way from the original iPad which in 2010 was the last product announced by Steve Jobs.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Backblaze: Visit backblaze.com/appleinsider for a fully-featured, no-risk free trial of the online backup service.Fast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceLINKS FROM THE SHOW:Apple RoboticsApple's next big thing could be a home robotAnniversariesComputing would be totally different had Apple not been formed 48 years ago, todayApple's iPad is still showing the world how to do tablets, 14 years later - April 3Apple Vision ProApple Vision Pro's first new immersive video in months is 5 minutes of old soccer clipsSpatial Personas adds 3D calling to FaceTime on Apple Vision ProDestroying the web as a serviceArc promises to "browse for you" by eliminating the middle man and present information directly to you. The company doesn't have a business model or a way to make money. It just scrapes data from websites and presents it to users.The Browser Company poaches Apple Safari design team memberMisc.Apple Savings APY to decrease for first time on April 3Beats Solo 4 release imminent with FCC regulator listingApple Pencil 3 could have new squeeze gestureiPhone 16 Pro may get new colors using iPhone 15 glass technology (00:00) - Intro (00:44) - Getting down with Apple Services (03:30) - Robots (16:40) - Losing digital films (19:54) - Apple anniversary (22:42) - Pirates of Silicon Valley (27:40) - iPad anniversary (39:45) - Apple Vision Pro (52:27) - Where is the Apple Vision Pro content? (57:45) - Spatial personas (01:02:55) - Arc The Browser Company (01:16:25) - Outro ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We now have a date for WWDC 2024, we have perhaps more idea than ever of just what it will cover, and we have ever increasing rumors of a smart Apple Ring. All we need now is the release of new iPads.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Notion: Try out the incredible power of Notion AI today! For a limited time, try Notion AI for free when you visit: notion.com/appleinsiderLinks from the show:"VVVDC24"Greg Joswiak has given a not-so subtle hint about what will be at WWDCWWDC 2024 will show off Apple's AI efforts on June 10Upcoming iOS 18 to offer more customizable home screenApple's big WWDC 2024 announcement may be an AI App StoreApple may not release its own generative chatbot in iOS 18Apple AI, visionOS 2.0, iOS 18: What to expect from Apple during WWDC 2024 on June 10Apple RingApple's Smart Ring may be able to spot when you snap your fingersHomeKit Secure RoutersApple Ring rumors & research - what you need to know about Apple's next wearableApple has effectively abandoned HomeKit Secure RoutersApple TV+ 5 years laterApple TV+ was announced five years ago on March 25, 2019'Severance' season two is still in production, but release date is still unclearWhere are the new iPads?Apple forgot it's already released iPadOS 17.4.1Time permitting: DOJ lawsuitApple responds to DOJ antitrust lawsuit by refuting every claimPhil Schiller will be Apple's ecosystem defender for quite some timeAirPods & Apple Watch market share insight opens debate on consumer choiceMiscUnder the Radar podcastYoinkAlfred 5RaycastKeyboard MaestroAppleInsider+Drafts 5BBEditFinal DraftPagesOmniOutlinerPretextAffinity PublisheriA WriterCanva's Affinity deal will shake the Adobe status quoSupport 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.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (01:06) - WWDC (10:04) - Customizing iOS (22:48) - Mac Studio at WWDC (26:55) - iPads and Apple Vision Pro (30:59) - Apple Vision Pro (32:21) - WG in London (37:01) - Apple Ring (45:35) - HomeKit Secure Routers (51:35) - Apple TV+ anniversary ★ Support this podcast on ...