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Podcast: Here's what we are thankful for in 2025
Thanksgiving is this week in the U.S. So on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what we're thankful for.
Apple Breakfast
The myth of the Apple Tax is officially dead
Apple doesn't do cheap, but it repeatedly delivers strong value on mid-market products.
The Macalope
The iPhone Air is doomed because a guy returned it
The iPhone Air is not the success Apple might have hoped but that doesn't mean it's not good for the iPhone lineup.
Apple Breakfast
The iPhone is stuck in a very successful rut
Apple's Think Different strategy isn't working yet, but it shouldn't give up.
News Analysis
The one thing Vision Pro is great at is basically guaranteed to fail
Mystery startup demonstrates the enormous hurdles to broadcasting sports to Vision Pro users.
Opinion
Five years later, the M5 chip just made Apple silicon exciting again
The M5 MacBook Pro was supposed to be a modest upgrade, but the performance of the new chip makes for a surprisingly impressive roadmap.
The Macalope
Wait, is Apple actually going to make the Mac we all want?
The rumored low-cost MacBook with an iPhone chip is the device Apple has refused to make.
Apple Breakfast
At the best time, Apple is Thinking Different again
Cupertino employs real human artists instead of letting technology do the work.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: AI and Apple Intelligence progress report
The latest on Apple's developments with AI and Apple Intelligence, all on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
The Macalope
Apple might be doomed if Siri misses another deadline
Tim Cook says enhanced Siri is coming. Let's hope so.
Apple Breakfast
RIP Liquid Glass: September 15-November 3, 2025
You died doing what you loved: Disrupting the user experience.
The Macalope
GM shifts into stupidity with its CarPlay strategy
U.S. car maker invokes Steve Jobs to defend dropping the thing everyone loves.
News Analysis
Here’s proof that those iPhone typos you keep making aren't your fault
iOS 26 seems to have broken one of the most fundamental parts of the iPhone.
More Color
After a decade, has the iPad Pro fulfilled its destiny?
Today, the M5 iPad Pro and iPadOS 26 have settled a lot of old scores. But it's been a long, strange journey from "Hey Siri" day in San Francisco to now.
The Macalope
The iPhone 17 is doomed because people say it's not
Apple's new iPhone is selling great. Maybe.
Apple Breakfast
The M5 is nice but I'm more interested in what's next
While Apple's workmanlike mid-October launches fail to thrill, there's plenty more to come.
Opinion
A love letter to the loss of Launchpad on my Mac
I took advantage of you. Now you're gone, and I'm at a loss.
The Macalope
Tired of ads on your Echo Show? Buy a HomePod
Amazon turns up the volume on ads as its smart speaker strategy flops.
Apple Breakfast
The Apple Watch upgrade cycle is more trick than treat
The continuing success of the Apple Watch shows how good Apple is at selling tiny upgrades.
News Analysis
Apple pokes fun at Windows PCs in 'The Underdogs: BSOD'
Apple released a new ad where a serious Windows error occurs in the middle of a sales promotion.
More Color
Siri changed the world 14 years ago. Can it do it again?
The company has been struggling to make Siri better for more than a decade now, but now the pressure's on.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What's going on with the MacBook lineup?
Apple is expected to update the MacBook Pro soon. What can we expect? And is Apple really doing a new, cheap MacBook? All this and more in this episode of the MAcworld Podcast.
Opinion
Siri suddenly has a whole lot of company in being terribly late
It turns out that doing something in AI that's genuinely better is very hard.
Apple Breakfast
I once wanted an Apple smart ring. I wouldn't buy one now
Why launch a new format when the Apple Watch SE is doing such a good job already?
The Macalope
Apple has finally found the solution to iPhone complexity
More models at more price points means fewer tough decisions.
Apple Breakfast
The iPhone 17 reminds me why 'boring' tech is best
Let rich early adopters take the risks. I'll take a standard vanilla phone, please.
News
Apple blasts EU for lack of features, riskier apps on overseas iPhones
Apple has published its view on the EU's Digital Market Act (DMA) legislation, outlining a series of impacts on users.
More Color
Pro today, Air tomorrow: Apple's iPhone lineup is designed to create waves
The first round of iPhone sales won't be the same as the second—and that's how Apple wants it.
The Macalope
Apple's new iPhone 17 is already entering rarified Air
Could more iPhone sales mean less money for Apple? Possibly.
News Analysis
The folding iPhone could be the size of two Airs—that might be too thick
A new rumor claims next year’s folding phone will be ‘two titanium iPhone Airs side-by-side.’ Here's how that compares to other folding phones.
Apple Breakfast
With iPhone Air, Apple is focused on tomorrow rather than today
Tech products need to be useful right now, rather than promising excitement in the future.
The Macalope
iPhone season is the worst time of year
It seems like iPhone sales estimates come earlier and earlier every year.
Apple Breakfast
Apple's cheapest devices are the best ones to get
Forget the iPhone Air and Apple Watch Series 11. Apple's value products are where it's at.
Different Think
The iPhone Air is a stepping stone to something even better
Apple just previewed half of the iPhone Fold—and I can't wait to see the rest of it.
More Color
There's a lot of new Apple stuff. Here's what's actually worth buying
Some products really jump out at me as more impressive and intriguing than others.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What you need to know about every 'Awe Dropping' Apple release
Apple held its big “Awe Dropping” and the biggest announcement was the iPhone 17 Air. We talk about the new iPhone and the rest of Apple’s announcements on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
Opinion
The iPhone Air has one-upped the folding iPhone before it's even revealed
We all thought the iPhone Fold would be the most innovative phone in its lineup, but that's not quite the case.
Apple Breakfast
Here's a challenge, Apple. Announce something affordable
Forget the iPhone 17 Air. I just want Apple to release something worthwhile for the budget market.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Apple 'Awe dropping' iPhone event preview
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the products we expect to see: the iPhone 17 lineup, new Apple Watches, the new AirPods Pro 3, and more.
Apple Breakfast
The new iPhone 17 is the least exciting part of the 'Awe Dropping' keynote
The AirPods and Apple Watch could easily upstage the iPhone 17 at its own event.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Apple's big iPhone 17 event on September 9
On today’s show, we give an overview of what to expect, as well as discuss Apple’s new three-year iPhone plan. Plus, the worst thing that happened this week, this week in Apple history, and more.
Opinion
Liquid Glass is a window into Apple’s broken design
Apple’s Liquid Glass design is as distracting as it is gorgeous.
More Color
Apple's Tim Cook era: 14 years of prolific products, profits, and politics
It's been a ride. And while it's not over yet, now seems as good a time as any to look back at what Cook has done and consider where he and Apple may be going in the future.
Apple Breakfast
It looks like it's game over for Apple TV+ sports. Good
All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
Opinion
The Pixel 10 exposes what's wrong with the iPhone lineup
Google sets a new entry-level standard by rethinking what truly makes a pro phone.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Apple leak reveals upcoming Mac, Apple Watch, and more
Apple made a big boo-boo last week and unintentionally released code that revealed upcoming product plans. That’s the focus of this week’s show: Apple's plans for the MacBook Pro, Mac Pro, Apple Watch, iPad, and more!
Opinion
I ignored the rumors and bought an Apple Studio Display. I couldn't be happier
There's likely a new Studio Display coming soon, but the current model is still a fantastic option.
Apple Breakfast
The Apple Watch sensor saga is over. Did everyone lose?
Apple, Masimo, and most importantly users all suffered from this bizarre legal wrangle. How did it get this far?
The Macalope