MBW 996: The Billion Dollar Scratch - Samsung Releases XR Headset to Compete Against Vision Pro
Apple held a special developer event for immersive media experiences last week, and some of MacBreak's own were there! Did Apple reduced production levels for its iPhone Air? Apple crosses the $4 trillion market cap. And what's going on with Apple's lawsuit against Jon Prosser?
Apple holds special developer event touting immersive media experiences for Vision Pro.
Samsung takes on Apple's Vision Pro with new Galaxy XR headset.
Apple iPhone Air cuts mean very little in October 2025.
iPhone Air production cut orders may not be true.
The UK CMA says it will label Apple and Google as having "strategic market status", imposing stricter rules on how they run their platforms to boost competition.
US judge decertifies Apple app store class action.
Apple crosses $4 trillion market cap for the first time.
Apple begins shipping American-made AI servers from Texas.
Apple says Jon Prosser 'has not indicated' when he may respond to lawsuit.
Apple readies new framework to let iPhone users migrate app data to and from Android.
iPhone 18 Pro could gain satellite 5G as SpaceX chases Apple partnership.
Apple seeds iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1 release candidates.
Picks of the Week
Alex's Pick: Blackmagic Camera
Leo's Picks: Adobe's Project Indigo & Casio's G-Shock Nano DWN-5600
Andy's Pick: Susan Kare's Prints
Jason's Pick: Daft Music
Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell
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MBW 995: Fuhgeddaboudit! - Apple Announces New M5 MacBook Pro & Vision Pro
Apple announced the new M5 MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro! Apple and F1 reach a 5-year media deal. And Steve Jobs will appear on the $1 U.S. coin.
M5 Vision Pro, Dual Kit Band, PSVR2 controller review: Apple's experiment continues.
Spectrum brings NBA games in Apple Immersive to Apple Vision Pro.
Apple and F1 reach 5-year media deal, bringing all races to Apple TV streaming in the U.S.
M5 MacBook Pro review: The ultimate computer?
Apple to build tabletop robot and home hub in Vietnam.
Head of Apple's AI search project leaves to join Meta.
Apple says 'Great Ideas Start on Mac' in ad voiced by Dr. Jane Goodall.
Apple's Steve Jobs to appear on $1 U.S. Coin: 'Make Something Wonderful'.
Apple TV, Apple Music and App Store are down as Apple services suffer major outage.
Picks of the Week
Leo's Picks: Tahoe Electron Detector & Notepad.exe
Andy's Pick: Harper Grammar Checker
Jason's Pick: Tapo Smart Outdoor Plug-In Dimmer
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MBW 994: Tim Cook's Labubu - Apple Rebrands 'Apple TV+' to Just 'Apple TV'
Could Tim Cook retire soon? California has signed a new age verification law that requires parents to enter their kids' ages when setting up a smartphone. Could a new MacBook Pro be coming soon, say this week? And Apple has increased its bug bounty award payout for big exploits to $2 million!
Apple CEO Tim Cook visits China: receives custom LABUBU doll and hosts first livestream sales event.
Tim Cook took over Apple's operations and started to change the world 20 years ago.
Apple renames 'Apple TV+' to 'Apple TV'.
Everything new in iOS 26.1 beta 3.
macOS 26.1 beta 3 changes polarizing Macintosh HD icon.
Newsom signs age verification law, siding with tech giants over Hollywood.
California enacts age-gate law for app stores.
Apple teases new MacBook Pro: 'Something powerful is coming'.
Apple to move Health, fitness divisions to services in reorganization.
Here's the latest on Apple suing Jon Prosser over iOS 26 leaks.
It's not too late for Apple to get AI right.
Apple beats Musk, buys Prompt AI startup.
Apple ups the reward for finding major exploits to $2 million.
Explainer: How is XProtect's data updated?
Apple sued over use of copyrighted books to train Apple Intelligence.
Apple says goodbye to the Clips app.
Elon Musk tries to make Apple and mobile carriers regret choosing Starlink rivals.
A 15-year mystery solved: The 20 bytes of code that fixed Antennagate.
The great software quality collapse: how we normalized catastrophe.
Picks of the Week
Andy's Pick: The Loneliness Epidemic: Big Tech's Role and Responsibility
Jason's Pick: YoLink Water Sensors
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MBW 993: An Orifice for Ads - Apple Could Be Shifting Work From the Vision Pro to AI Glasses
Rumors are swirling that Apple is shelving some work on its Vision Pro overhaul to prioritize work towards AI glasses. Apple removes the ICEBlock app from its App Store following the U.S. Department of Justice's request. iFixit is not surprised by the repairability of the AirPods Pro 3. And Apple's new Crossbody Strap accessory is a popular item, as the straps remain backordered.
Apple shelves Vision headset revamp to prioritize Meta-like AI glasses.
Apple removes ICEBlock, an app for anonymously reporting ICE officer sightings, from the App Store; AG Pam Bondi says the DOJ requested its removal.
Apple releases new 'Elevated' episode for Apple Vision Pro.
Apple to report its Q4 2025 results on October 30.
AppLovin probed by SEC over its data-collection practices.
Apple turned the CrowdStrike BSOD issue into an anti-PC ad.
Apple removes 'carbon neutral' claims from new devices.
AirPods Pro 3 Teardown: Still a tragedy.
Apple's new Crossbody Strap accessory sure seems like a hit.
Apple puts hardware chief John Ternus in the succession spotlight.
iOS 26.1 beta 2 now available.
Taylor Swift launches iTunes-exclusive The Life of a Showgirl 'Deluxe' edition.
Rivian CEO explains why Apple CarPlay doesn't fit its vision.
Apple hoping to announce F1 streaming deal at upcoming US Grand Prix.
Picks of the Week
Andy's Pick: It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
Jason's Pick: Lutron Smart Home Switches
Alex's Pick: Nebo Big Larry 3
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MBW 992: Extreme Maritime Conditions - Intel Seeking an Investment From Apple
Intel has reportedly approached Apple about investing in the company. Some of Apple's new features will be delayed in the EU due to the Digital Markets Act. A study showcases a dramatic rise in fraudulent mobile apps on both iOS and Android. And Apple is working on its own ChatGPT-style chatbot app, which is being tested internally by employees.
Intel is seeking an investment from Apple as part of its comeback bid.
Apple warns of more feature delays in Europe.
New study shows 'massive spike' in fraudulent apps powered by AI.
Apple releases iOS 26.0.1 with fixes for Wi-Fi, Cellular, and camera issues on iPhone 17 models.
Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.0.1 with M3 Ultra bug fix.
Apple working on all-new operating system.
New iPad Pro with M5 chip leaked in unboxing video.
Two new Apple displays nearing mass production, may launch this year.
Apple's ChatGPT-style chatbot app deserves a public release.
Apple researchers develop SimpleFold, a lightweight AI for protein folding prediction.
Jessica Chastain 'not aligned' with Apple's decision to delay series about hate groups.
Why did Apple get cold feet about 'Savant'?
Tigers-Red Sox clash on Apple TV+ will feature live game footage on new iPhone 17 Pro.
College football keeps picking iPad over Surface as fourth conference joins team Apple.
Now available: Adobe Premiere on iPhone brings pro-quality video editing to creators.
FCC mistakenly leaks confidential iPhone 16e schematics.
Apple responds to iPhone 17 Pro scratch and durability concerns.
Meet the new light of Jony Ive's life.
Why Ford's CEO doesn't love Apple CarPlay Ultra.
Picks of the Week
Jason's Picks: Relay for St. Jude
Alex's Pick: Vertical Heart Set Insert Tool
Andy's Pick: UGREEN Phone Stand
Leo's Pick: Nomat Goods Horween Leather Folio for iPhone 17 Pro Max
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MacBreak Weekly covers all things Apple: Leo, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, 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.
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