Blood Oxygen returns to Apple Watch, iOS 26 beta 6, Apple tabletop robots
Aug 14, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 551
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Summary
Benjamin and Chance delve into Apple's surprise re-release of the Blood Oxygen feature for US Apple Watch users via a software workaround, navigating ongoing patent disputes. They also explore the latest iOS 26 beta 6, highlighting significant app launch speed improvements, Liquid Glass refinements, and a new AirPods live translation hint. The discussion extends to rumors of a more affordable MacBook and Apple's long-term plans for home robotics and a more conversational, visually-enhanced Siri.Episode description
Benjamin and Chance react to the surprise announcement that the Apple Watch Blood Oxygen feature is coming back for US users, via a phone relay workaround. Also, Apple released the latest beta of iOS 26, featuring some fun new animations and even more Liquid Glass refinements. Plus, there’s more speculation about the low-cost MacBook and more details about Apple’s future ventures into home robotics.
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