AppleInsider Podcast

One month with Apple Vision Pro, strange days with the EU and Epic Games, plus the M3 MacBook Air, all 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 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:MacBook Air with M3New M3 MacBook Air arrives with faster Wi-Fi and better performanceEarly M3 MacBook Air benchmarks aren't surprisingApple Car just can't die, at least in the newsAbandoned $10 billion Apple Car project referred to as 'Titanic disaster' by employeesApple's failed 'Project Titan' was a Full Self Driving gambleApple sat at a crossroads of indecision that led to Project Titan's slow deathThe terrible, no good, very bad, DMAApple stresses security risks of complying with EU's Digital Markets ActApple cites bevy of scared users to back up its case against the EU DMAApple reverses course on death of Progressive Web Apps in EUSetapp announces beta of iOS app store for the EUSpotify, Epic complain again that Apple won't be in compliance with the DMAEuropean Union smacks Apple with $2 billion fine over music streamingApple updates rules surrounding EU DMA compliance to address developer concerns'Verifiably untrustworthy' Epic Games iOS app store plans in EU killed by AppleApple Vision Pro - one month inApple Vision Pro one month review: a new reality is setting in            A software engineer wore Apple Vision Pro to his wedding, much to his new bride's chagrinThree things Apple got wrong with the Vision Pro launchCapturing spatial video: Apple Vision Pro vs iPhone 15 ProMisc20.3-inch foldable MacBook expected in 2027Watch 51 classic movies for free on Apple TV+You can now save up to $1 million in your Apple Card Savings AccountApple Card, Savings data now available in more third-party budget appsThe next Apple CEO: Who could succeed Tim Cook? (00:00) - Introduction (00:32) - Apple Car lament (01:14) - MacBook Air (08:24) - Mac desktop salkes (11:56) - Tales of the Apple Car (24:34) - Epic Games (34:36) - EU (38:54) - Epic Games again (47:10) - Spotify (01:01:54) - One Month with Apple Vision Pro ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

How the cancellation of the Apple Car is a surprise, but one that will benefit Apple's AI plans -- and may already have done so.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:Apple CarDecade-old Apple Car project may be completely deadApple AI is the focus of an investing firm after Apple Car's deathCancelling the Apple Car is a good move, says Morgan StanleyApple will reap giant rewards from the cancelled Apple Car project for decadesApple Pencil 3An Apple Pencil update is coming soon — what you need to knowApple AskInternal Apple AI 'Ask' tool being tested by employeesApple's 'Ask' project may be far more than just an AI-assisted support toolApple Vision ProApple Vision Pro is unsurprisingly expensive to produceApple Vision Pro ongoing demand is in line with all Apple launchesApple Vision Pro could launch overseas sooner than expectedFive Apple Vision Pro Cinema Environments that we'd like to seeApple Vision Pro return rate is about the same as the iPhone 15 ProMisc.Apple believes Spotify wants a free ride, and the EU may just give it to themHomePod with big touchscreen likely isn't coming in 2024Rumor: Apple working on iOS 18 redesign, but it won't look like visionOSiPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Plus rumored to get Always-On and ProMotion displaysBeats Solo 4 surface eight years after the Solo 3 debutedImminent DOJ antitrust case against Apple is in final pre-filing phase — probablyGene Munster: Apple should buy Rivian after cancelling Apple CarApple Music adds new daily 'Heavy Rotation Mix'Apple Pay Later plans will show up on credit reportsSupport the showSupport 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 and Apple Car (06:10) - Project Titan (09:36) - Tim Cook (12:38) - Patented no steering wheel (16:06) - Jony Ive (23:04) - Fleets and mapping (25:02) - Apple Ask (35:24) - Apple Vision Pro in a drawer (42:32) - Bill of Materials (45:22) - Yosemite and more experiences (50:49) - Apple Smart Ring (54:52) - Eco system (56:44) - iOS 18 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apple has proven that it's sports mad by making a slightly crazy new app, while Apple Vision Pro is still giving up secrets, and we may -- or may not -- be about to get another new Apple platform.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.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:Sports!Hands on: Apple Sports brings a limited experience to tracking your favorite teamsApple designed its new Sports app to be fast and simpleApple brings live scores to new Apple Sports appExperience MLS on Apple Vision Pro, including a 3D specialApple's 3D video cameras spotted during NBA Slam Dunk ContestQuantum iMessageApple is hardening iMessage encryption now to protect it from a threat that doesn't exist yetApple Vision ProApple Vision Pro Travel Case review: too-expensive precision cushioningHands on with Apple Vision Pro ZEISS optical insertsApple Vision Pro followup could be 18 months awayRumorsNew iPhone 16 Pro colors rumored to include yellow and grayAfter years of research, an Apple smart ring may be imminentNew AirPods Max rumored to hit shelves in 2024 without giant feature changesNew iPad sizes detailed in anonymous leakiOS 17.4 beta 4Everything new in iOS 17.4 beta 4iPhoneApple says the iPhone 15 battery is more durable than it originally thoughtSupport 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 (01:36) - Where's Wes's Apple Vision Pro (08:10) - Apple Sports (23:06) - Apple Vision Pro experiences (26:59) - Messages security (34:01) - EU compliance (38:03) - Catching up with Apple Vision Pro (46:35) - Apple Vision Pro 2 (50:49) - Apple Smart Ring (52:02) - Apple Smart Ring (54:52) - Eco system (54:53) - iPhone colors (56:49) - AirPods Max (59:05) - Thin iPads (01:03:35) - iOS 17.4 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Diving in deep into the details of using Apple Vision Pro for work and for all the entertainment it's bringing us -- plus a peek ahead to what Apple devices should be coming next.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!Nom Nom: Go to trynom.com/appleinsider right now for 50% off your no-risk two week trial of the service that provides freshly made and personalized food for your dog.Links from the Show:Apple Vision ProUnsurprisingly, Mark Zuckerberg believes Meta Quest 3 is the 'better product, period'Apple Vision Pro vs Meta Quest 3 compared - Displays, prices & graphicsApple Vision Pro now has 1,000 native apps on the visionOS App StoreApple Vision Pro could take four generations to perfectWi-Fi and Bluetooth in Apple Vision Pro aren't cooking your brainFor now, Apple Arcade may be the best place for spatial Apple Vision Pro gamesSpring Apple event predictionsNew iPad, MacBook Air, Mac mini: What to expect from a spring Apple eventiOS 18 and AINew rumor claiming iOS 18 redesign is inspired by Apple Vision Pro is in the wrong orderApple buys domain suggesting generative AI additions may come to iWorkApple's M4 and A18 to have more powerful Neural Engines for iOS 18 AI featuresMiscJon Stewart became a problem for Apple TV+Sports Night on Amazon PrimeFCC commissioner cries antitrust again after Beeper Mini debacleEU backs down, won't force Apple to open iMessage to rivalsRumored screen-equipped HomePod appears in tvOS beta referencesApple Music has you covered for Valentine's Day with two new stationsSupport the showSupport 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 (00:08) - Previously... (02:14) - Text clarity (05:54) - Meta Quest 3 is better (11:26) - Work and comfort (13:56) - Meta Quest 3 is better (19:42) - Apple Vision Pro is fast (22:16) - AVP games (27:08) - AVP 4 (29:34) - Health (33:30) - Returning AVP (36:06) - New Apple devices coming (39:16) - iPad man (41:56) - Travel bag (45:17) - Eco system (46:31) - Apple software (57:29) - Jon Stewart and Apple TV+ (01:02:07) - EU and iMessage (01:05:17) - Apple Vision Pro vs HomePod (01:06:45) - Love Station ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Guest Mike Wuerthele shares his perspective on the Apple Vision Pro, discussing its potential in the market and comparing it to other devices like Microsoft's HoloLens. They also review the device's features and limitations, expressing enthusiasm for its future iterations. Additionally, they touch on topics such as the solo loop for the Apple Watch and the evolution and challenges of generative AI.

As the Apple Vision Pro reaches Apple Stores, the company has announced its latest earnings, and all of this comes in a whirlwind as Apple bends to the EU's will, angers Epic Games again, and we keep getting hints about future features in iOS.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 has new App Store rules, business terms, and sideloading conditions for EU developersApple Pay NFC hardware getting opened up to EU financial and banking app developersBrowsers like Chrome and Firefox can abandon WebKit in EU with iOS 17.4App Store changes coming in iOS 17.4 to the EU don't blow the walls off of the gardenApple's new App Store rules apply to these 27 countriesWho should stay on and who should leave the EU App Store'Strong action' is coming if the EU doesn't like Apple's App Store concessionsIs Apple's App Store a monopoly or a solution?Epic's Tim Sweeney is mad about Apple's EU App Store concessionsApple's EU App Store changes are extortion, says SpotifyMicrosoft latest to weigh in on Apple's EU App Store rules with disapprovalApple Podcasts offers transcripts for all shows in iOS 17.4iOS 17.4 beta code reveals new iPad Pro and Apple Pencil capabilitiesApple is correcting its terrible approval requirements for game streaming apps in iOS 17.4Eight new CarPlay experience apps spotted in iOS 17.4 beta codeApple will expand SharePlay music control to HomePod and Apple TV in iOS 17.4 and tvOS 17.4References to 'homeOS' resurface in tvOS 17.4 betaApple Vision Pro review roundup: an experience that weighs on youApple Vision Pro: What you need to know beyond the spec sheet and before you buySupport the showSupport 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 (00:02) - Apple earnings (02:08) - Vision Pro reviews (10:52) - Vision Pro App Store (15:32) - Vision Pro (23:04) - EU App Store (30:14) - Epic Games again (35:06) - Unity (40:40) - iOS 17.4 transcriptions (42:10) - iPad and Apple Pencil features (46:12) - CarPlay (51:20) - iPads (53:02) - Apple Vision Pro battery ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's a week of celebration and anticipation, as Apple's longest-surviving device enters its fifth decade, and it's newest device is still a tantalizing few days away.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:Wes on iPad Pros podcastApple execs praise 'unbelievable' 40 years of MacsForty years of the Mac, the computer for the rest of usLook back in time at Apple's original Mac development teamWebsite with over 1,000 photos of Macs: https://mac40th.com/ICONIC book: https://www.amazon.de/dp/3837525260Windows emulation https://bellard.org/jslinux/Apple Vision Pro storage and AppleCare prices revealedApple Vision Pro screen refresh rate is up to 100Hz, it has Bluetooth 5.3, and more technical detailsApple Vision Pro shipment dates slip nearly instantlyDon't buy on eBay: Apple Vision Pro resale prices on eBay are ridiculousApple Vision Pro and Taylor Swift have one thing in common — botsApple sells up to 180,000 Apple Vision Pro, says KuoMike: Apple Vision Pro is not the iPhone, and faces an incredibly steep uphill climbiPad, iPad Air, iPad mini, iPad Pro: What to expect from Apple in 2024Musical comedy 'Schmigadoon!' dies in Schmicago, won't return for a third season'Killers of the Flower Moon' nominated for 10 Oscars, including Best PictureChildren's programming takes a hit as Apple TV+ lays off eight staffersApple Car is delayed — againSupport the showSupport 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 (01:16) - Mac as Windows 2000 (06:44) - Mac therapy (12:10) - Mac's 40th (15:32) - Vision Pro (19:08) - Nashville ahoy (23:04) - Apple Vision SE (28:10) - Headset weight and wait (47:56) - Innovation (51:20) - iPads (52:50) - Paste (57:06) - Apple TV+ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Vision Pro is mere moments from being a reality, Apple Arcade is matching its rivals and the AppleInsider podcast's Champion of Features No One's Heard Of has news about Apple News+.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!Nom Nom: Go to trynom.com/appleinsider right now for 50% off your no-risk two week trial of the service that provides freshly made and personalized food for your dog.Links from the showWes on the iPad Pros podcastApple Watch ban back on, court denies Apple's appeal to keep it on the marketApple's stripping out blood oxygen sensing from Apple Watch enough to skirt import banApple will sell Apple Watch with blood oxygen detection removed starting Jan. 18Apple quietly increased the Find My limit to 32 itemsTim Cook's pay drops to $63 million for 2023Apple Arcade user volume nearly matches Nintendo Switch Online and Steam playersApple prepares to enable sideloading and App Store changes in EUEpic vs Apple suit finally ends, as Supreme Court refuses to hear both appealsQuestionable new-year iPhone production cutback reports have already startedApple launches new Black Unity Bloom Apple Watch Band, wallpapers ahead of Black History Month -- iOS 17.3 coming next weekSamsung introduces Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra with 50MP, 200MP camerasApple overtakes Samsung in global smartphone shipments across 2023Support the showSupport 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 (00:48) - Apple Watch ban (05:58) - Find My x 32 (10:10) - Tim Cook pay cut (12:20) - Apple Arcade (16:12) - Two App Stores, both alike in dignity (20:28) - Epic Game Over (26:31) - iOS 17.3 (28:23) - Stolen Device Protection (34:31) - Samsung Galaxy S Something (46:20) - Marker 10 (47:10) - Seven-year Android (49:36) - Humane AI Pin (50:50) - Champion of Features No One has Heard Of (56:44) - Vision Pro in Nashville ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As the time for preordering Apple Vision Pro gets ever closer, one AppleInsider podcast host has decided to go for it -- and the other wishes he were in the right country to try it out. Plus rumored OLED iPads at great cost, and AirTags 2 in the future, on the AppleInsider Podcast.Contact your hosts@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam on Mastodon@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonSponsored 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:Knomo bagsThe Twilight Zone: Nightmare at 20,000 FeetDonnie DarkoApple Vision Pro will ship to customers on February 2Prescription lenses for Apple Vision Pro are cheaper than expectedApple released a short video teasing Apple Vision Pro, paying homage to original iPhone adClicks brings a physical keyboard to your iPhoneSecond-gen AirTag probably won't ship until 2025Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPhone 17 years ago todayHere we go again - Apple rejects Hey Calendar app from App StoreHere are the best new devices from CES Unveiled 2024Support the showSupport 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 (00:16) - Intro (00:20) - Wes and the Vision Pro (15:18) - Vision Pro for developers (22:46) - OLED iPad (30:51) - Clicks keyboard (36:15) - AirTags 2: The Sequel (39:59) - Airplanes, doors and iPhones, oh my (44:27) - Original iPhone launch (49:21) - Hey email (53:29) - CES (55:35) - Logging Journal ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Discussion includes skepticism towards CES and expectations for HomeKit, comparing Sonos speakers to Apple's HomePod, music preferences and the decline of country music television, savings account humor and AirTags use, excitement for WWDC and journal app improvements, lack of interest in sports and soccer, frustration with Apple's action button, and comparing Series 8 and Series 9 Apple Watches.