On this week’s special episode of The MacRumors Show, we break down everything Apple announced at WWDC 2026, including the all-new Siri AI, major Apple Intelligence upgrades, performance improvements across every platform, and Apple’s latest design refinements. 0:00 Introduction 1:31 Platform Improvements and Liquid Glass 7:08 Trust & Safety and Parental Controls 9:56 Sponsor: Shopify 11:21 Siri AI: Overview and Rebrand 15:00 Siri AI vs. Competitors and Live Demos 19:18 Visual Intelligence, ...
Jun 10, 2026•46 min•Ep. 197
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through all of the major rumors surrounding Apple's announcements at WWDC 2026. 00:00 Introduction 01:50 Why This WWDC Matters 02:58 The New Siri App 06:32 Siri Replaces Spotlight and New Gestures 11:55 Third-Party AI and Extensions Marketplace 19:10 Siri Across First-Party Apps 22:13 Photos, Health, and AI Editing 26:28 Natural Language Shortcuts 28:34 Camera, Safari, Wallet, and AirPods 38:11 macOS and Apple Silicon Only 43:06 Smart Home H...
Jun 05, 2026•52 min•Ep. 196
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote date, the sweeping Siri redesign coming in iOS 27 , Apple's latest accessibility feature previews, and the hinge troubles reportedly plaguing the foldable iPhone ahead of its expected launch in the fall. 00:00 Introduction and WWDC 2026 Expectations 01:38 WWDC Artwork, Siri Teases, and Apple Intelligence 04:43 HomeOS and Apple’s Smart Home Plans 06:17 Why Apple Should Bring Back Live Keynotes 10:55 WWDC Schedule,...
May 22, 2026•44 min•Ep. 195
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss Google's latest wave of announcements for Android and Gemini, the newly announced Fitbit Air, and Apple Watch Series 12 rumors. The centerpiece of Google's announcements this week was Gemini Intelligence, Google's new umbrella platform for AI across phones, watches, cars, and laptops. Its headline capability is cross-app automation: users can photograph an event flyer and ask Gemini to find tickets on Expedia, or pull up a grocery list an...
May 15, 2026•43 min•Ep. 194
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through how the global memory shortage is forcing Apple's hand across multiple key products, killing configurations, delaying launches, and prompting spec decisions that would have seemed unlikely a year ago. The pressure originates outside Apple's control. JPMorgan analysis cited by the Financial Times found that memory could account for as much as 45% of an iPhone's component costs by 2027 , up from around 10% today. Companies like Nvidia ...
May 08, 2026•43 min•Ep. 193
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we answer your listener questions about the future of Apple's product lineup, the software and services shaping the ecosystem, and our own personal histories with the company and its devices. Some questions centre on the iPhone Air and its future direction, including whether Apple might adopt silicon-carbon battery technology for a second-generation model, or prioritise adding a second camera lens instead. There is also interest in how iPhone Air ...
May 01, 2026•44 min•Ep. 192
On this week's special episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's bombshell announcement that Tim Cook will step down as CEO on September 1, 2026, with hardware engineering chief John Ternus set to succeed him. Cook will transition to executive chairman, where he will "assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world." The transition was approved by the board and is the result of a "thoughtful, long-term succession planning process." Curren...
Apr 24, 2026•37 min•Ep. 191
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through Apple's upcoming overhaul of the iPad mini and iPad Air, looking at the future of the product lineup as a whole. The headline upgrade is a switch from LCD to OLED display technology. The iPad mini 8 is expected to use a single-stack LTPS panel, which is dimmer than the tandem OLED in the iPad Pro , but a substantial step up from the current display. The screen will also likely grow from 8.3 to 8.7 inches, and ProMotion is a possibi...
Apr 17, 2026•44 min•Ep. 190
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss all of the rumors surrounding Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone, now said to be called the “ iPhone Ultra ," which is shaping up to be a comprehensive redesign unlike anything the company has shipped before. The iPhone Ultra is expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max this fall, though reports suggest it will ship after the Pro models , potentially as late as December. Pricing is expected to start at over $2...
Apr 10, 2026•38 min•Ep. 189
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through everything the iPhone 18 Pro will feature, according to the latest rumors. Following last year's major redesign, the iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to feature a very similar design to their predecessors. There is expected to be a smaller Dynamic Island , with Face ID 's flood illuminator component moved under the screen to reduce the cutout's size. It is rumored to be approximately 35% narrower than the iPhone 17 Pro 's, shrinki...
Apr 03, 2026•43 min•Ep. 188
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's announcement of its 37th annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWWDC), where the company is expected to unveil a major Siri overhaul alongside iOS 27, macOS 27, and other next-generation operating systems. Like last year, WWDC 2026 will be a primarily online event open to all developers at no cost, with an in-person component at Apple Park in Cupertino reserved for developers and students selected through a random lottery. Apple ...
Mar 27, 2026•42 min•Ep. 187
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss Apple's surprise announcement of the AirPods Max 2 this week. The AirPods Max 2 introduce a range of improvements primarily driven by the addition of Apple's H2 chip, which replaces the H1 chip used in previous models. This new chip underpins most of the upgrades, enabling more advanced computational audio and significantly enhancing the overall listening experience. One of the most notable improvements is Active Noise Cancellation, whi...
Mar 20, 2026•45 min•Ep. 186
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss first impressions of the MacBook Neo , Studio Display XDR, and iPhone 17e . Following its announcement last week, the MacBook Neo arrived this week. Unlike every other Apple silicon Mac, the MacBook Neo is powered by the A18 Pro chip originally developed for the iPhone 16 Pro, making it the first Mac to use an iPhone-class processor instead of an M-series chip. To reach its substantially lower price point, the MacBook Neo makes some...
Mar 13, 2026•49 min•Ep. 185
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss Apple's concentrated week of announcements that saw the introduction of 10 new products. The most significant announcement of the week was the MacBook Neo , an all-new entry-level Apple laptop that starts at $599. The MacBook Neo is designed to compete with lower-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks, while expanding the Mac lineup with a substantially more affordable option. Unlike every other Apple silicon Mac, the MacBook Neo is pow...
Mar 06, 2026•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 184
Earlier this week, Apple today a "special Apple Experience" for the media in New York, London, and Shanghai, taking place on March 4, 2026 at 9:00am ET. It is notable that Apple is specifically using the word "experience," rather than "event." Unlike a full live-streamed event from Apple Park , the March 4 event in other cities is likely to be smaller in scale. The launch of several new Apple products is believed to be imminent. We're most likely to see the announcement of the iPhone 17e, a spec...
Feb 20, 2026•41 min•Ep. 183
We discuss the upcoming iPhone 17e and iPad models, as well as Apple's apparent issues finalizing the revamped version of Siri , on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show . The announcement of the iPhone 17e is said to be “ imminent ," with stock of the iPhone 16e now dwindling . The new device is rumored to come with four main new features, including the A19 chip from the iPhone 17 , MagSafe connectivity, the C1X cellular modem, and the N1 chip for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Thread connectivity...
Feb 13, 2026•40 min•Ep. 182
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss all of the new Macs Apple is expected to release this year, starting with the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro . Following the release of the M5 MacBook Pro last year, Apple is expected to launch refreshed high-end MacBook Pro models with the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. They are rumored to arrive alongside macOS Tahoe 26.5 in the next few weeks. Stock of the current M4 Pro and M4 Max models is dwindling , suggesting that the announcement is...
Feb 06, 2026•44 min•Ep. 181
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss Apple's newly launched AirTag 2 and Apple Creator Studio. Earlier this week, Apple announced the second-generation AirTag, marking the first major update to its item tracker since the product's introduction in 2021, with improvements focused on tracking range, audio output, and device support rather than changes to its physical design. The new AirTag uses a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip that extends Precision Finding range by ...
Jan 30, 2026•44 min•Ep. 180
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss Apple's plan to turn Siri into an chatbot with iOS 27, alongside plans for new hardware such as an AI pin. Apple reportedly plans to turn Siri into a chatbot that will rival Anthropic's Claude, Google's Gemini, and OpenAI's ChatGPT later this year. Apple's chatbot will apparently be able to search the web, generate content like images, help with coding, summarize information, and analyze uploaded files. It will be able to leverage persona...
Jan 23, 2026•44 min•Ep. 179
On this year's first episode of The MacRumors Show , we take a look at CES 2026 , Apple Creator Studio, and the confirmation that Google Gemini will power the next-generation version of Siri . Following CES 2026, we talk through this year's tech showcase , which saw major announcements related to robotics, AI, and display technology, as well as plenty of new Apple accessories. We discuss some of our favorite products highlighted at the event, such as Strada and the Clicks Power Keyboard . Appl...
Jan 16, 2026•51 min•Ep. 178
On this year's final episode of The MacRumors Show , we take a look back at all of Apple's major announcements and new products from 2025. In February, Apple introduced the iPhone 16e , positioned as a replacement for the iPhone SE as a lower-cost model, starting at $599. It offers the A18 chip and a 48-megapixel camera in an iPhone 13-style design, but with matte back glass, a USB-C port, and no MagSafe . The device debuted Apple's custom C1 5G modem, replacing components from Qualcomm for th...
Dec 19, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 177
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through Apple's plans to refresh the Studio Display and Pro Display XDR. Apple's next-generation Studio Display is widely expected to feature the same 27-inch screen size as the current model, but with mini-LED technology instead of LCD. This upgrade would result in increased brightness and a higher contrast ratio compared to the current model, bringing it in line with the MacBook Pro , which has touted mini-LED since 2021. Leaked Apple code...
Dec 12, 2025•32 min•Ep. 176
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss Samsung's new Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone and how it could compare to Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone . Samsung this week introduced the Galaxy Z TriFold, its first smartphone with two folding sections instead of one. When unfolded, the device presents a 10-inch screen, while the cover display measures 6.5 inches. Samsung says it has minimized visible creasing across the panels. The Galaxy Z TriFold uses an inward-folding design intended...
Dec 05, 2025•51 min•Ep. 175
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through the latest rumors about Apple's upcoming iPad mini 8. The next-generation version of the iPad mini is expected to feature an OLED display , as part of Apple's plan to expand the display technology across many more of its devices. Apple's first OLED device was the Apple Watch in 2015, followed by the iPhone in 2017 and the iPad Pro in 2024. It now apparently plans to bring the technology to more devices, such as the iPad Air , MacBo...
Nov 28, 2025•46 min•Ep. 174
On this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through all of the new features and improvements expected to come to next year’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. Apple’s next-generation iPhones are less than a year away and we already have a good idea about what to expect based on corroborated leaks, rumors, and reports from reliable sources. While the overall design of the iPhone 18 Pro is expected to remain largely the same as that of the iPhone 17 Pro , it could feature ...
Nov 21, 2025•34 min•Ep. 173
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's new iPhone Pocket accessory, the future of Apple Fitness+, and the iPhone Air 2's delayed launch. Apple this week announced the iPhone Pocket, a 3D-knitted limited edition accessory made in collaboration with Japanese fashion house ISSEY MIYAKE. The accessory is like a stretchy pocket, similar to an iPod Sock, but elongated to form a strap made of a ribbed, elastic textile. The iPhone Pocket comes in two versions. There's a sho...
Nov 14, 2025•39 min•Ep. 172
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss the AirPods Pro 3 and the future of the AirPods lineup as a whole. Apple introduced the AirPods Pro 3 in September, featuring a more refined design, improved active noise cancelation (ANC), enhanced sound quality, foam ear tips in five sizes, and heart rate monitoring for workouts. After using the AirPods Pro 3 for two months, we talk through our experience with the noticeably different fit, improved ANC, and more. We also discuss the...
Nov 07, 2025•41 min•Ep. 171
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we dive back into the Vision Pro. Apple's new Vision Pro headset features the M5 chip for better performance and efficiency, 10% more rendered pixels, a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, longer battery life, and an all-new counterweighted Dual Knit headband with a focus on improved comfort. Arriving 20 months after the original model, the Vision Pro now runs visionOS 26 and offers widgets, hands-free scrolling, enhanced Mac Virtual Display mode, significa...
Oct 31, 2025•39 min•Ep. 170
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss the latest rumors about the iPhone Air not selling as well as Apple hoped. There have been many recent reports suggesting the iPhone Air has failed to catch on with consumers, with Apple moving to cut production due to lower-than-expected sales. The first warning sign was the ready availability of the iPhone Air at launch, suggesting lower than expected demand. Last week, Japan's Mizuho Securities said that Apple would reduce iPhone A...
Oct 24, 2025•37 min•Ep. 169
On this episode of The MacRumors Show , we talk through Apple's all-new M5 chip and the three updated devices it announced containing it this week. Apple this week announced the M5 chip , featuring improved performance and efficiency with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. Apple says the M5 chip offers up to 15% faster CPU performance and up to 45% faster graphics, compared to the M4 chip. It also contains a next-generation GPU architecture optimized for AI tasks, Neural Accelerators for each core, ...
Oct 17, 2025•47 min•Ep. 168
