Apple surprises with upcoming May 7th event featuring new iPads, iOS 18's on-device AI features, potential Calculator app for iPad, Apple TV+ subscription deal, debate on iPhone 16's capacitive buttons, and dreams of a huge Apple Watch redesign.

Lewis, Griffin and Papa E discuss the state of theme parks and what's going with Disney.

New iPhone 16 camera features, game emulators in App Store, third-party app market in EU. Also, discussions on Apple TV+ shows, Notion AI, and upcoming podcast teases.

This week, M4 Macs are already incoming! Also: Apple’s next big thing, the AI tools that could turbocharge iOS 18, the disastrous Humane AI Pin, and an all-new What We’re Into! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Factor Meals. Treat yourself to Factor’s delicious, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Head over to FactorMeals.com/CultCast50 and use offer code CultCast50 to get 50% off. This week’s stories: Macs with AI-focused M4 chip launching this year Mac users won’t have to wait until 2025 for the Apple M4 processor, according to a reputable Apple tipster. The replacement for the current M3 will put an emphasis on AI, and will start appearing in Macs this autumn. Apple Is Rebooting Its Search for a New Next Big Thing Apple’s business remains heavily reliant on the iPhone, which accounts for more than half its revenue. And sales in that market have stagnated. That’s made it all the more important for the company to find a major new product category. Apple’s Ferret-UI helps AI use your iPhone Apple’s new Ferret-UI multimodal large language model could help artificial intelligence systems understand your iPhone’s screen, according to a research paper released Tuesday. Humane AI Pin The Verge: Humane AI Pin Review: Not even close Inverse: Humane’s Ai Pin Isn't Ready to Replace Your Phone, But One Day It Might What We’re Into: Doctor Who (1963 – 1989) on archive.org Constellation on Apple TV+ Fallout on Amazon Prime Video

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Apple's potential venture into home robotics with mobile and tabletop devices discussed. iPhone 16 leaks revealed, including redesigned camera humps and material choices. Solar eclipse stories shared, along with photo tips for capturing celestial events.

Apple announces WWDC24 with focus on AI enhancements for iOS; iOS 18 may bring more customizable iPhone Home Screen; Hackers find exploit in Apple M-series chips; DOJ makes bizarre claims against Apple

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A fun segment where iconic movies are pitted against each other to determine the greatest movies ever made. Discussions on movie matchups like Sin City vs. Spiderman and Transformers vs. Night at the Museum. Playful banter on classics such as Back to the Future and The Little Mermaid. Analysis on Disney's The Little Mermaid, Terminator 2, and the evolution of the Terminator movies.

New M3 MacBook Air has faster SSD, EU users can install apps from websites, rush for 11-inch iPad Pro, future of CarPlay, paying with Apple Cash card number