MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

MacBreak Weekly covers all things Apple: Leo, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell analyze every bit of news from the most interesting company in tech. From AI to Vision Pro, iPad to iPhone, these Apple experts know-all and tell-all. Records live every Tuesday at 2:00pm Eastern / 11:00am Pacific / 19:00 UTC.

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MBW 1008: Check The Stains - Will the Dynamic Island Move on the iPhone?

Rumors are starting to pick up in 2026, with more information emerging about the upcoming iPhone 18 and M5 MacBook Pros. Could we finally see new Studio Displays this year? And end-to-end encryption for RCS messages could finally be coming to iOS. iPhone 18 Pro: Dynamic Island may move to top-left screen corner. Some MacBook Pro configurations see up to a two-month delay ahead of possible next-gen M5 MacBook Pro release. The icon history of various Apple software. New Studio Display or Pro Displ...

Jan 21, 2026•2 hr 33 min•Ep. 1008

MBW 1007: They Plump When They Cook - Apple's AI to Use Google's Gemini

Apple & Google enter a multi-year collaboration to integrate Apple's AI with Google's Gemini model. Apple unveils its Apple Creator Studio app collection. And JPMorganChase will become the new issuer of the Apple Card. Joint statement from Google and Apple. Introducing Apple Creator Studio, an inspiring collection of creative apps. Some first thoughts about live immersive basketball. Apple: You (still) don't understand the Vision Pro. Chase is taking over Apple's credit card. Apple loses Saf...

Jan 14, 2026•2 hr 42 min•Ep. 1007

MBW 1006: Unemployable - Apple's Plans in 2026

A look back at what Apple did, and did not deliver in 2025. What will Apple do in 2026? Could Apple benefit from Alan Dye, former design lead for Apple, leaving the company? And you can watch an upcoming NBA game, live, in the Vision Pro! 2025 will be remembered for what Apple didn't deliver. And Stay Out! It's hard to justify Tahoe icons. Wish List: A more flexible Apple display strategy. AppleVis announces winners of the 2025 Golden Apple Awards. Los Angeles Lakers games on Spectrum Front Row ...

Jan 07, 2026•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 1006

MBW 1005: Best of 2025 - MacBreak Weekly's Favorite Highlights from 2025

Join us again as we take a look back at some of MacBreak Weekly's favorite stories and moments from 2025: The unveiling of the iPhone 16e. The UK's effort to keep Apple Encryption fight secret is block & White House blames iPhone's auto-correct contact for Signal scandal. Apple's fairly underwhelming, and hilarious, 'Celebrity Snapshot' page. Another new product announcement from Apple: the iPhone Air! MacBreak Weekly celebrates its 1000th episode! And the departure of one of the original pa...

Dec 28, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 1005

MBW 1004: A Sad Farewell - Into the Cupertino Mists

An update on the story about an Apple developer who lost access to their Apple ID. Apple receives clearance to activate the Apple Watch hypertension detection feature in Australia. Italy fines Apple $115 million over App Tracking Transparency. And we say goodbye to one of the original MacBreak Weekly panelists. Apple developer's account restored after compromised gift card incident. Apple receives clearance to activate Apple Watch hypertension detection/notification feature in Australia. Apple a...

Dec 24, 2025•2 hr 24 min•Ep. 1004

MBW 1003: The Intersection of Greed and Delusion - The OS 26.2 Update Is Out Now!

Apple releases OS 26.2 right before the holidays! Pluribus becomes Apple TV's most-watched show ever. And why you should consider backing up more of your stuff locally. Apple releases OS 26.2 updates. With iOS 26.2, Apple lets you roll back Liquid Glass again — this time on the Lock Screen. 26.2: Here are the security fixes for all of Apple's operating systems. tvOS 26.2 brings kids mode to the Apple TV app. iOS 26.3 beta reveals how Apple plans to handle EU-required notification forwarding. App...

Dec 17, 2025•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 1003

MBW 1002: I'm With Bieber - More Executive Departures at Apple!

Alan Dye jumps ship, departing Apple for Meta! Could Johny Srouji leave Apple soon? Srouji says he's not leaving "anytime soon". Justin Bieber is upset over part of Apple's Messages UI. And Apple TV previews part of the F1 channel TV app! Bad Dye Job. Apple announces departure of general counsel and policy chief. What the heck is going on at Apple? Apple Chip Chief tells staff he's not leaving "Anytime Soon". In a major coup for someone, Alan Dye leaves Apple. Report: Apple Bleeding Talent to Op...

Dec 10, 2025•2 hr 29 min•Ep. 1002

MBW 1001: Beschmirckled - John Giannandrea's Incoming Retirement

John Giannandrea is stepping down from his role as VP for Machine Learning & AI Strategy and retiring in Spring 2026! Could Apple re-partner with Intel on a future product? Apple overtakes Samsung as the world's top phone maker. And Apple's new holiday season TV ad charms the panel! John Giannandrea to retire from Apple. From Ming-Chi Kuo: "Intel expected to begin shipping Apple's lowest-end M processor as early as 2027..." Apple to resist India order to preload state-run app as political ou...

Dec 03, 2025•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 1001

MBW 1000: Death by Chocolate - The 1000th Episode of MacBreak Weekly

We celebrate 1000 episodes of MacBreak Weekly ! The next iteration of iOS may be something similar to macOS "Snow Leopard". A breakthrough has been made in the iPhone Fold crease! And Gurman refutes the Financial Times report that Tim Cook could be stepping down as early as next year. Apple announces 45 App Store awards finalists for 2025. Apple iOS 27 to be no-frills "Snow Leopard" update, other than new AI. Jony Ive, Sam Altman: OpenAI plans elegantly simple device. Around 100 iPhone Folds mad...

Nov 26, 2025•2 hr 25 min•Ep. 1000

MBW 999: Rough Depowdering - Apple's CEO Succession Speculation

Speculation about Tim Cook's eventual successor is ramping up, as he may announce his retirement as early as next year. A federal jury in California rules that Apple must pay Masimo $634 million for patent infringement. And Apple unveils how cases for the Apple Watch Series 11 & Ultra 3 were 3D-printed this year. Apple intensifies succession planning for CEO Tim Cook. Apple COO Jeff Williams is now officially retired. Jury says Apple owes Masimo $634M for patent infringement. UK refuses Appl...

Nov 19, 2025•2 hr 34 min•Ep. 999

MBW 998: Touching Grass - The iPhone Pocket

What is the iPhone Pocket? Apple is nearing a $1 billion a year deal to use Google AI with Siri. Could the OLED MacBook Pro redesign be limited to just the M6 Pro and Max models? And is Apple TV's new show, Pluribus, good? It's good enough to have brought Apple TV down for a period of time during its initial release. Introducing iPhone Pocket: a beautiful way to wear and carry iPhone. Apple nears $1 billion-a year deal to use Google AI for Siri. Report: OLED MacBook Pro redesign may be exclusive...

Nov 12, 2025•2 hr 24 min•Ep. 998

MBW 997: Dunkin' and Dodgin' - iOS 26.1 & macOS 26.1 Are Out!

iOS 26.1 & macOS 26.1 are out now, with updates to Liquid Glass. Apple had big results in its Q4 2025. More rumors are emerging about Apple's entry into the low-cost laptop market. And Apple finally launches the App Store for the web! Apple releases iOS 26.1, macOS 26.1, other updates with Liquid Glass controls and more. iOS 26's Shortcuts app adds 25+ new actions, here's everything new. Charts: Apple caps off high-flying fiscal year with Q4 record. Apple results: Holiday dunks and questions...

Nov 05, 2025•2 hr 45 min•Ep. 997

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