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Get the latest iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple news every Friday. Tune in to this weekly podcast for in-depth coverage, product reviews, and analysis of all news surrounding Apple. Since 1997 AppleInsider has been a premier source of Apple news, leaks, and rumors. Hosted by William Gallagher and Wesley Hilliard.

  1. WWDC highlights, iPad updates, and Apple Intelligence, on the AppleInsider Podcast

    5 DAYS AGO

    WWDC highlights, iPad updates, and Apple Intelligence, on the AppleInsider Podcast

    At long last, Apple has revealed everything we were waiting for in the next iOS, macOS, iPadOS and more releases. It's time to pick through what was tremendous -- and what was not -- on the AppleInsider Podcast Contact your hosts: @WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by: MasterClass: take advantage of the new special discount offers on annual memberships at MasterClass.comNordLayer: Go to nordlayer.com/appleinsider and use coupon code appleinsider-10 to get an extra 10% off the NordLayer business VPN and malware protection serviceLinks from the Show: If you were underwhelmed by WWDC 2025, you're not aloneLiquid Glass is more than skin deep on macOS TahoeiOS 26 vs iOS 18: Is Apple's 'Liquid Glass' a true redesign?iOS 26 is here with Liquid Glass redesign, new Camera, and Apple Intelligence promisesApple's Games app is a dedicated place for iPhone gamingiOS 26 brings big changes to Music, Maps, and WalletAll of your iPhone icons can be clear in iOS 26 — if you want toVisual Intelligence in iOS 26 makes screenshots useful, not just savediPadOS 26 fixes nearly everything wrong with the platform after everyone already leftiPadOS 26 has been revealed with new windowing, audio tools, background tasksiPadOS 26 multitasking is more Mac-like with menubar, better pointer and moreApple finally brings Journal to iPad & Mac for better writing, sketching & reflectionFiles on iPadOS 26 doesn't suck anymoreHow Local Capture immediately turns iPad into a podcasting studioApple gives iOS gaming a real home, just not a new directionApple Intelligence opened up to all developers with Foundation Models FrameworkApple's AI rollout leaves Siri behind & long-time fans are asking questionsApple execs explain Apple's position in the AI race & how it isn't necessarily 'behind'visionOS 26 brings better organization, anchored widgets, & more to Apple Vision ProApple Vision Pro 'Spatial Widgets' blend digital life into your real spaceNew 'F1' trailer brings roaring engines and a pounding soundtrack to life with haptic feedbackwatchOS 26 gets a fresh design and new health-focused features for Apple Watch usersmacOS Tahoe gets Liquid Glass visual redesign & major tools updatesApple has again Sherlocked developers with Clipboard HistorymacOS Tahoe is the last big update for Intel MacsBe strong, let everyone else risk their devices and data with the new betasSupport 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 Podcasts More AppleInsider podcasts Tune 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 podca...

    1h 9m
  2. Developers, Design Awards, and WWDC on the AppleInsider Podcast

    6 JUN

    Developers, Design Awards, and WWDC on the AppleInsider Podcast

    It feels like we're seconds away from WWDC, which rumor says will either be feature-packed or very lightweight. In the meantime, Apple is giving out awards and defending the App Store, on the AppleInsider Podcast. Contact your hosts: @WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by: Oracle: Try Oracle Cloud Infrastructure for free at oracle.com/appleinsiderNordLayer: Go to nordlayer.com/appleinsider and use coupon code appleinsider-10 to get an extra 10% off the NordLayer business VPN and malware protection serviceLinks from the Show: Millions of apps were denied by Apple in 2024 amid fraud crackdownApple Design Award winners for 2025 include Balatro, Watch DutyApple teases OS redesign with new 'Sleek peek' splash page taglineFive more iOS 26 features leak from a reliable sourceAirPods expected to gain new head gestures, Camera Control revivalHow to watch WWDC 2025 on iPhone, Mac, Apple TV & webLighter than normal WWDC expected without significant Apple Intelligence upgradesSiri Chatbot prototype nears ChatGPT quality, but hallucinates more than Apple wantsmacOS 26 rumored to be called 'Tahoe'Apple appeals against EU mandate that it freely share its technologyApple appeal to pause injunction enforcement allowing external linking failsvisionOS 26 may eventually offer full support for PlayStation VR2 spatial controllersSupport 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 Podcasts More AppleInsider podcasts Tune 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 (01:12) - Switch 2 (08:05) - WWDC (12:53) - Apple relations (36:33) - Apple Design Awards (48:48) - iOS 26 (52:45) - Apple in China book (56:19) - visionOS ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 4m
  3. WWDC, Solarium, and iOS 26 on the AppleInsider podcast

    30 MAY

    WWDC, Solarium, and iOS 26 on the AppleInsider podcast

    Apple appears to be renumbering all of its OSes, it appears to be radically changing the Mac, iPad, and iPhone, and Nothing's CEO says Apple has lost all creativity, on the AppleInsider Podcast. Contact your hosts: @WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by: Fast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to get an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceLinks from the Show: Apple rumored to release iOS 26 at WWDC, instead of iOS 19Apple prepares iOS 19, macOS 16 'Solarium' UI overhaul for WWDCSwitching from iPhone to Android to get easier in iOS 19 with eSIM transferNothing CEO takes shots at Apple, ludicrously says that apps are going awayA future iPhone may get a 200MP camera — eventuallyDedicated Apple Games app could be revealed during WWDC 2025Apple acquires tiny two-person 'Sneaky Sasquatch' developer RAC7T-Mobile secretly records iPhone screens and claims it's being helpfulTrump demands 25% tariff on any iPhone not made in the USIt's still cheaper to import iPhones with 25% tariffs, than assemble in the USTrump's 25% smartphone tariff starts just in time for the iPhone 17California Attorney General threatens lawsuit over potential 25% iPhone tariffTrump may have added 25% iPhone tariff specifically to punish Tim CookiPhone buyers worldwide may see higher prices because of Trump's tariffsTrump 'Liberation Day' tariffs blocked by U.S. trade courtTim Cook tried to kill Texas App Store age verification bill by calling the governorTexas passes App Store age verification law, despite Tim Cook's concernsApple Invites now lets you share content & sites with a new Link tileSupport 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 Podcasts More AppleInsider podcasts Tune 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 (01:15) - 26 (10:20) - Solarium (18:26) - Nothing nonsense (22:18) - iPhone 17 (30:57) - Apple Games (39:54) - T-Mobile controversy (42:53) - Controversy Corner (57:41) - Apple invites ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 8m
  4. Jony Ive, Apple Intelligence and Epic Games on the AppleInsider Podcast

    23 MAY

    Jony Ive, Apple Intelligence and Epic Games on the AppleInsider Podcast

    As WWDC inches closer, hints of Jony Ive's AI device leak, Google announcements challenge Apple Intelligence, and Fortnite is back on the iPhone, 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 BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by: NordLayer: Go to nordlayer.com/appleinsider and use coupon code appleinsider-10 to get an extra 10% off the NordLayer business VPN and malware protection serviceInsta360: Buy the new Insta360 X5 and if you're in the first 30 to get the standard package, you'll also get a free 114cm invisible selfie stick too. Go to store.insta360.com and use the promo code "appleinsider"Links from the Show: WWDC 2025 is very soon, and Apple is detailing the scheduleGoogle ships Gemini 2.5 Flash, Live Camera for iOSAfter a lengthy legal battle and billion-dollar loss, 'Fortnite' is back on iOSJudge orders Apple to comply with 2021 anti-steering injunction or return to courtApple & Epic agree no in-person court necessary after 'Fortnite' restored to App StoreSiriGPT: Apple's chiefs hope to add full chatbot functionality to Siri, eventuallyApple may let EU users shift from Siri to other voice assistants Apple Intelligence set to be opened up in iOS 19 to third-party developersOpenAI's $6.5B bet on Jony Ive could redefine how people interact with technologyElgato's new Stream Deck lineup goes way beyond the desktopCamera-equipped AirPods coming in 2026, lighter AirPods Max in 2027Apple Pay increasing in popularity online as shoppers seek speed & securityThe Scheduling app: FinalistSupport 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 Podcasts More AppleInsider podcasts Tune 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 (00:54) - WWDC (08:49) - Google IO (19:42) - Android XR (26:54) - Apple Intelligence (42:07) - Jony Ive (01:00:01) - Virtual Stream Deck (01:05:53) - Epic Games (01:07:34) - Frotnite (01:12:50) - Outro ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 19m
  5. CarPlay Ultra, Accessibility, and the iPhone 20 on the AppleInsider Podcast

    16 MAY

    CarPlay Ultra, Accessibility, and the iPhone 20 on the AppleInsider Podcast

    CarPlay Ultra is finally here, really tremendous accessibility features have been announced, and there are rumors of the iPhone 18, 19, and 20, 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 BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by: Fast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to get an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceNordLayer: Go to nordlayer.com/appleinsider and use coupon code appleinsider-10 to get an extra 10% off the NordLayer business VPN and malware protection serviceLinks from the Show: Apple's next-generation 'CarPlay Ultra' is finally hereiOS 18.5 ships with Mail refinements, new wallpapervisionOS 2.5 is here with new Immersive Video and 3D movie tab in Apple TV appApple Vision Pro will use eye tracking to let you scroll appsApple Maps adds Michelin reviews to help you find fine foodApple Music's Sound Therapy is designed to help you focus and sleephttps://appleinsider.com/articles/25/05/15/new-apple-music-migration-tool-helps-users-shift-away-from-spotifyApple discontinuing support for older Home architecture with iOS 19Apple previews new accessibility tools coming to iOS 19, visionOS 3, macOS 16Apple turns to AI for battery management in iOS 19Prepare for a scam gold rush with the App Store changesAfter everything, Epic Games submits new 'Fortnite' to US App Store reviewEpic resubmits 'Fortnite' to the App Store for review, as its initial request seemingly ignoredUnder-display Face ID again rumored for iPhone 18 Pro by accurate leakerApple's 20th anniversary iPhone poised to get advanced screen & battery techApple's iPhone 20 RAM upgrade could make it an AI monsterFrancisca Valenzuela Essentials on Apple Music Support 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 Podcasts More AppleInsider podcasts Tune 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 (02:26) - CarPlay Ultra (16:34) - Updates for iOS, macOS and more (21:55) - Apple Maps (35:04) - Apple Music (51:36) - iOS 19 (53:58) - Accessibility (59:16) - AI battery health (01:02:02) - iPhone 18, 19, and 20 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 11m
  6. iMac anniversary, split iPhone launch, and App Store upheaval on the AppleInsider Podcast

    9 MAY

    iMac anniversary, split iPhone launch, and App Store upheaval on the AppleInsider Podcast

    It's time to look back at the legendary iMac on its 27th birthday, but also time to look ahead to rumors of a future shakeup over iPhone launches -- and the present day shakeup in the App Store, 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 BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by: Oracle: Take a free test drive of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure at oracle.com/appleinsiderMasterClass: take advantage of the new special discount offers on annual memberships at MasterClass.comFast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to get an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceRogue Amoeba: Visit MacAudio.com/insider by the end of May 2025 to save 20% off any purchase with the coupon code INSIDER.Links from the Show: How Steve Jobs saved Apple with the iMac 27 years agoApple's Eddy Cue is guessing that the iPhone will eventually be replaced by AIApple is rumored to radically change up the iPhone 18 release scheduleApp Store Freedom Act hopes to bring alternative app stores to US iPhonesApple turns to Anthropic to speed up coding & fix buggy toolsApple working on adding AI-powered search to SafariSpotify app adds support for direct purchases & payments after court mandateKindle adds 'Get Book' buy button to where it always belongedApple files appeal against court ruling that mandated App Store changesLawsuit hopes to return 15 months of commissions to developers after App Store ruling'Fortnite' could return to the US App Store by FridayBillion dollar battle: Picking an App Store fight with Apple cost Epic Games greatlyApple seeks stay on allowing external links & purchases during injunction violation appealApple's 2025 Pride Collection features a unique Apple Watch Sport BandBackbone Pro review: meticulous craftsmanship, exorbitant priceWhat An Apple Vision Pro Developer Learned Hiking 70 Miles Outdoors In Headset Support 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 Podcasts More AppleInsider podcasts Tune 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 (01:13) - iMac anniversary (07:23) - No more iPhones (13:43) - Split iPhone launches (22:51) - iPhone fold 2 (30:40) - Anthropic and Xcode (40:10) - AI search (50:16) - App Store, Kindle, and lawsuits (01:09:18) - Pride Collection (01:10:57) - Backbone Pro (01:16:14) - New macOS on old Macs ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 24m
  7. Earnings, Epic Games, iPhone 17, and a portable Mac mini on the AppleInsider Podcast

    2 MAY

    Earnings, Epic Games, iPhone 17, and a portable Mac mini on the AppleInsider Podcast

    As Apple again earns more than predicted, it's also been hit by a punishing legal ruling, but then there are also new iPhone 17 dummies, and a "portable" Mac mini, 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 BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by: Fast Growing Trees: Visit fast-growing-trees.com/appleinsider to get an additional 15% off plants and trees, even the many already discounted to half priceLinks from the Show: Last quarter before Trump tariffs sees Apple beat Wall Street with $95.4 billion earningsJudge sanctions Apple for blatantly violating 'Fortnite' App Store order'Fortnite' could return to Apple App Store if Apple accepts Epic peace proposalApple on anti-steering injunction violation ruling: 'We strongly disagree'iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, and iPhone 17 Pro - the best look yetGoogle wants Gemini AI deal with Apple by mid-2025A Mac mini can be made portable for about three times the cost of a MacBook AirApple's M4 Mac mini can be portable with the right batteryApple shifts robotics team away from Giannandrea's AI organization to prioritize hardwareArms race: Apple's waiting for robotics for US iPhone assembly, says Commerce SecretaryTwo new iPhone factories years in the making open in IndiaApple wants nearly every iPhone 18 sold in the US to come from IndiaTSMC breaks ground on third plant in ArizonaApple revenue could actually benefit from China tariff warConsumers get ahead of tariffs, Morgan Stanley hikes AAPL price target to $235Apple quietly launches 'Snapshot' artists, actors, and athletes discovery guideSupport 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 Podcasts More AppleInsider podcasts Tune 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 and Apple Earnings (01:44) - Epic Games and Other Stories (24:35) - Age verification (32:41) - iPhone 17 dummies (41:11) - Google Gemini (44:03) - "Portable" Mac mini (50:20) - John Giannandrea (55:21) - Controversy Corner (01:04:28) - Slow, slow, Snapshot ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 13m

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Get the latest iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple news every Friday. Tune in to this weekly podcast for in-depth coverage, product reviews, and analysis of all news surrounding Apple. Since 1997 AppleInsider has been a premier source of Apple news, leaks, and rumors. Hosted by William Gallagher and Wesley Hilliard.

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