AppleInsider Podcast

Apple has announced the dates for its annual WWDC and hinted that's when the new Siri is coming, plus it's released AI features in Apple Music, and says ads are coming to Apple Maps, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailWes's blog HillitechSponsored by:Squarespace: Get a free trial at squarespace.com/APPLEINSIDER and then 10% off your first website or domain purchase with code APPLEINSIDERNordStellar: Unlock your 10% discount at nordstellar.com/appleinsider with the coupon code nordappleinsider-10-NORDSTELLARClaude by Anthropic: Check out Claude and Claude Pro at Claude.ai/appleinsiderLinks from the Show:Siri testing isn't going well, new features probably won't ship in iOS 26.4What to expect at WWDC 2026iOS 26.4 is here with Playlist Playground, videos in Podcasts, new emoji, moreWes's Playlist: Writing with Elegance on Apple Music Apple distills Google Gemini model for on-iPhone processingiOS 27 will finally get that long-awaited Siri updateGrammarly CEO steps on same rake over and over in embarrassing interview about AI slopBehind on Siri, Apple makes a billion dollars from rival AI appsGenerative video creator Sora is dead along with $1 billion Disney content dealwatchOS 8 and watchOS 5 get minor updates with iMessage fixiOS 18.7.7, macOS 15.7.5 updates fix kernel memory leaks & WebKit flawsYou are out of time to update: Severe iOS hack code leaks to everyoneApple Maps ads are private and launch in the summerApple Business Mail tempts Google Workspace users with free emailApple Business goes free, consolidating business and brand management tools in one platformSupport 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.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:01) - WWDC (25:32) - Apple Music (39:40) - Grammarly (01:01:19) - Planned obsolescence (01:09:13) - Ads in Apple Maps ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Apple unexpectedly launched yet another device, the very long-awaited AirPods Max, plus the MacBook Neo gets more real-world testing, and Family Sharing gets a great update, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailWes's blog HillitechSponsored by:MasterClass: Get 15% off annual memberships at MasterClass.comNordStellar: Unlock your 10% discount at nordstellar.com/appleinsider with the coupon code nordappleinsider-10-NORDSTELLARBartender:  Check out Bartender at macbartender.com/appleinsider and use the  discount code APPLEINSIDER to get 10% off Bartender 6.Links from the Show:AirPods Max 2 vs AirPods Max: Premium personal audio comparedAirPods Max 2 arrive with better ANC, Live Translation, and moreiPhone 17e review: Welcome improvementsiFixit MacBook Neo teardown confirms that it is Apple's most repairable laptop since 2012Tim Cook denies imminent retirement rumors, 'can't imagine life without Apple'Tim Cook dashes over to China for the latest Apple anniversary concertApple scales up its partnership with Save the MusicTim Cook continues Apple's 50th anniversary victory lap in new interviewFamily Sharing no longer means sharing a credit card in iOS 26.4Staff departures do not mean Apple will abandon Liquid GlassSiri and refined Liquid Glass controls on the docket for WWDC 2026 Liquid Glass is divisive now, but Apple knows where it's goingSupport 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.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (02:37) - AirPods Max (11:42) - MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e (38:39) - Apple celebrations (46:30) - Staff exit (51:15) - Family Sharing ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

David Pogue, technology writer and author of Apple: The First 50 Years, discusses his research and why certain stories made the book. He talks about Apple myths, access to former employees, and the challenges of writing a definitive history. Conversation also covers rumors and hands-on takes: HomeHub delays, the MacBook Neo’s value play, and the straightforward iPhone 17e.

A rapid rundown of Apple’s latest hardware reveals, from a new budget aluminum laptop to a surprising high-end display. They dig into naming leaks, product positioning, and how the refreshes reshuffle Apple’s lineup. There is also debate about affordable iPhone choices, modest iPad updates, and which upgrades actually matter to different buyers.

They run through rumors of a low-cost 13-inch MacBook and a possible touch-screen MacBook Pro with OLED displays. They preview which products Apple might launch in March and debate timing for an iPhone fold and other form-factor moves. They also dig into Siri and AI rollout pacing, privacy risks from Ring and Meta, and why some younger users are rediscovering old gadgets.

They unpack a March 4 Apple “experience” and what it might actually reveal. They dig into rumors of a colorful, low-cost MacBook and a budget iPhone variant. They explore iOS 26.4’s packed beta, new Apple Music AI tools, and hints of video podcasts and CarPlay intelligence. They also map Apple’s multi-year smart glasses and Siri plans.

Discussion of delays around Siri and other AI features and why internal testing may not match public timelines. Examination of Apple Health+ being scaled back and the company’s shift toward health priorities. Revelations about strict generative AI usage limits in Apple Creator Studio and reliance on ChatGPT fallback models.

A wide-ranging tech roundup covering where the Apple Vision Pro stands two years in and why developer momentum has stalled. A deep dive into rumors about foldable iPhones and a possible clamshell Flip. Clarification on the Google and Apple AI collaboration and how it might affect Siri and private cloud compute. Plus talk of iPhones in space, Apple TV+ highlights, and new AI tools in Xcode.

They dig into Apple Creator Studio's odd phased rollout and missing App Store polish. New AirTag hardware changes and battery quirks get a close look. Camera and Dynamic Island rumors for the iPhone 18 are debated. They warn about giving health data to ChatGPT and call out AI 'nudify' apps slipping through the App Store.

Apple is set for an Oscar with its F1 involvement, while Craig Federighi takes charge of the AI team and plans for Siri's transformation into a chatbot. There's buzz about a new AI pin, with discussions on its unique features and privacy advantages. The iPhone 18 Pro rumors include under-display Face ID and a more compact Dynamic Island. Tensions arise in social media, with updates on X/Grok and emerging platforms like BlueSky and Threads. Finally, Apple's presence at the Super Bowl highlights cultural connections.