AppleInsider Podcast

The concern that Apple Silicon will drop support for Thunderbolt 3 has been resolved, as Apple commits to supporting it –– and Intel announces more details of Thunderbolt 4, too. Yet even as that's been settled, there's now another question over whether Apple is looking to axe external GPUs instead. In more certain and positive news, Apple is now allowing more independent companies to repair Macs, and other devices. There's more to it than there seems, but it looks as if we are all going to benefit from more and perhaps also more convenient repair firms. If you have questions you'd like answered on the show, tweet at William Gallagher or Wesley Hilliard, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: ExpressVPN - AppleInsider listeners can get three extra months when you sign up for a year of service! Get the most secure and fastest VPN service today. Masterclass: Get 15% off an annual pass when you visit masterclass.com/appleinsider Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We're still gleaning details of macOS Big Sur and iOS 14 since WWDC, but there's also the on/off "iPhone 12" delay, the peculiar difficulty of replacing a Mac Pro's SSD, and the way your iPhone may replace all your printed ID. If you have questions you’d like answered on the show, tweet at Stephen Robles and William Gallagher, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: CleanMyMac X - Use the coupon code APPLEINSIDER to get 5% off your purchase of the beautifully designed CleanMyMac X app. Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Our hosts run down many of the uncovered features of iOS, iPadOS, macOS and more since the WWDC keynote, what features and hardware were left out, and suggestions for those wanting to install the developer betas on their devices. If you have questions you’d like answered on the show, tweet at Stephen Robles and William Gallagher, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: iMazing - Try this incredible device configurator for Mac, FREE at: iMazing.com Links from the Show In-depth with Widgets, App Library, & more on the iOS 14 Home screen Siri in iOS 14 getting real-time Translate app, sleeker interface Control iPhone with new 'Back Tap' iOS 14 accessibility feature Apple fine-tunes Photos privacy in iOS 14 to tailor access to specific images All the new faces and complications coming in watchOS 7 Apple's Federighi and Joswiak discuss Apple silicon, iOS 14, Big Sur and more Hands on look at everything new in macOS Big Sur Apple Silicon Macs ditch startup key combos, alter Target Disk Mode How AirPods & AirPods Pro get even better with iOS 14 AppleInsider Videos on YouTube iOS 14 Widgets, App Library, & Home Screen for iPhone & iPad Hands-On with macOS Big Sur Design, Apps, Control Center, & More All the New Watch Faces & Complications for Apple Watch in watchOS 7 Everything New with CarPlay in iOS 14 What To Know Before Installing Apple's iOS 14 Beta Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSponsored By:iMazing: Download and try the iMazing device configurator for FREESupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The rumored transition to Apple-made silicon for Mac was officially announced at this year’s WWDC. Big changes to the home screen and Messages in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 were announced, plus sleep tracking comes to watchOS 7. Digital keys added to CarPlay, AirPod Pro gets spatial audio, new privacy improvements for the App Store and Safari, HomeKit updates including secure video to your Apple TV, and macOS gets bumped to 11.0, named “Big Sur.” Learn about all the changes in this week’s special WWDC episode. We'd love to hear your feedback. Tweet at Stephen Robles or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: iMazing - Try this incredible device configurator for Mac, FREE at: iMazing.com Links from WWDC20 Apple unveils iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 with major home screen changes Apple introduces App Clips for iOS 14 during WWDC Apple's virtual CarKey launching with iOS 14, coming to iOS 13 Apple Maps expands detailed coverage internationally, adds cycling & EV data Apple updates Siri with real-time Translate app, sleeker interface Apple macOS 11.0 Big Sur announced with redesigned Finder, Dock Apple announces watchOS 7, with Face Sharing, handwashing timers, and more. AirPods Pro 'Spatial Audio,' AirPods with auto-switching coming in iOS 14 HomeKit cameras to get smart face recognition, Apple TV integration Apple debuts tvOS 14 with HomeKit Video picture-in-picture, better multi-user support Apple unveils plans to ditch Intel chips in Macs for 'Apple Silicon' Apple Developer Transition Kits for Apple Silicon house A12Z in a $500 Mac mini Beyond Rosetta 2 for Intel apps, 'Apple Silicon' Macs will run iPhone, iPad apps natively iOS 14 supports all devices that ran iOS 13 Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSponsored By:iMazing: Download and try the iMazing device configurator for FREESupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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. We'd love to hear your feedback. Tweet at Stephen Robles and Wesley Hilliard, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: Mint Mobile - Bring your iPhone and get a new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month. ExpressVPN - AppleInsider listeners can get three extra months when you sign up for a year of service! Get the most secure and fastest VPN service today. 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 Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSponsored By:Mint Mobile: Bring your iPhone and get a new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month.ExpressVPN: AppleInsider listeners can get three extra months when you sign up for a year of service! Get the most secure and fastest VPN service today.Support AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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. If you have questions you’d like answered on the show, tweet at Stephen Robles and William Gallagher, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: Masterclass: Get 15% off an annual pass when you visit masterclass.com/appleinsider 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 Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSponsored By:Masterclass: Listeners of AppleInsider get 15% off an annual all-access pass on Masterclass.Support AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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. If you have questions you’d like answered on the show, tweet at Stephen Robles and William Gallagher, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: CleanMyMac X - Use the coupon code APPLEINSIDER to get 5% off your purchase of the beautifully designed CleanMyMac X app. Links from the Show Subscribe to our new show: HomeKit Insider! 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 Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSponsored By:CleanMyMac X: Get 5% off your purchase of the beautiful Mac App, CleanMyMac X. Promo Code: APPLEINSIDERSupport AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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. If you have questions you’d like answered on the show, tweet at Stephen Robles and Andrew O’Hara, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: CleanMyMac X - Use the coupon code APPLEINSIDER to get 5% off your purchase of the beautifully designed CleanMyMac X app. ExpressVPN - AppleInsider listeners can get three extra months when you sign up for a year of service! Get the most secure and fastest VPN service today. 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 Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSponsored By:CleanMyMac X: Get 5% off your purchase of the beautiful Mac App, CleanMyMac X. Promo Code: APPLEINSIDERExpressVPN: AppleInsider listeners can get three extra months when you sign up for a year of service! Get the most secure and fastest VPN service today.Support AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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. We'd love to hear your feedback. Tweet at Stephen Robles and Andrew O’Hara, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. Sponsored by: Mint Mobile - Get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE. 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 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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. We'd love to hear your feedback. Tweet at Stephen Robles and Wesley Hilliard, or email us here. Find us in your favorite podcast player by searching for "AppleInsider" and support the show by leaving a 5-Star rating and comment in Apple Podcasts here. 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 Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.comSponsored By:CleanMyMac X: Get 5% off your purchase of the beautiful Mac App, CleanMyMac X. Promo Code: APPLEINSIDERMasterclass: For a limited time, buy one annual MasterClass All-Access Pass for yourself and get one free to give!Support AppleInsider Podcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★