iOS 26 naming, new Gaming app, and more last-minute WWDC expectations
Jun 05, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 541
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Summary
Ahead of WWDC 2025, the hosts discuss last-minute rumors and expectations, including potential software renamings to iOS 26, the rumored new dedicated Gaming app, and updates on ongoing App Store legal battles with Epic Games and the EU. They also delve into Apple's satellite connectivity features, exploring the challenges and reasons behind not charging users.Episode description
Benjamin and Chance get hyped for WWDC 2025 with coverage of all the last-minute news, as well as the state of the rumor mill in the run-up to Apple’s big software show. There’s talk of a new Gaming app, a major change to Apple’s OS version numbering, and much more to discuss ahead of next week’s event.
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