The MacRumors Show

Ahead of Apple's "Surprise and shine" event on September 9, we talk through everything to expect on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show.00:00 Intro04:37 AirPods 5 predictions09:26 Apple Watch predictions18:35 iPhone 18 Pro expectations28:39 iPhone Ultra first look43:50 Apple Pencil and home product rumors49:12 Event coverage and closing remarksThe event begins at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California, and will be streamed on Apple's website, on YouTube, and through the Apple TV app. It is the first keynote since John Ternus succeeded Tim Cook...

It's been an unusually big week for Apple announcements. On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the new Mac mini and Mac Studio, the M6 and M5 Ultra chips, and invites to Apple's September event. 00:00 Intro and Apple’s Unexpectedly Busy Week00:59 Apple Event Invite Predictions06:19 What to Expect at Apple’s September Event07:07 Sponsor: Claude08:43 Why the Foldable iPhone Is the Big Surprise13:13 Apple’s Smart Home Plans15:28 New Mac Mini Announcement17:12 What Makes the M6 Chip Different22:16 Mac Mini Price and Buying Advice30:24 M5 Ult...

YouTuber Michael Fisher, known as “MrMobile,” joins us on this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show to talk through key rumors about the “iPhone Ultra” and how the device could compare to rivals.00:00 Introduction03:29 Why the Short-and-Wide Foldable Is Winning11:45 The A4 Paper Theory and Apple's Ideal Form Factor14:01 Apple Could Validate Foldables for the Mainstream17:25 The Crease Problem20:11 Where Apple Can Beat Android Foldables22:01 The Camera Compromise at an Ultra Price28:40 Touch ID and First-Generation Trade-Offs32:20 Can a $2,000+ Foldable iPhone Be Worth It?39:36 What Apple Must Get Right...

On this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the latest Apple Watch rumors, including the return of the white ceramic Apple Watch, modest upgrades coming to the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, and Apple’s plans for longer battery life.Looking further ahead, rumors point to a major Apple Watch redesign in 2027 or 2028 that could introduce a new band attachment system, larger battery, new display technology, and a significant redesign of the hardware. We also discuss Apple’s broader plans for the Apple Watch lineup, including potential new form factors, display-less wearables, more premium models...

The iPhone Air reaches one year on sale next month, and Apple is now closer to launching its successor than it is to the original's debut. On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss what's next for the device.The first-generation model has had a difficult run. A KeyBanc Capital Markets survey found virtually no demand for the device within weeks of its September 2025 launch, supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that suppliers were asked to cut capacity by more than 80%between launch and early 2026, and Luxshare and Foxconn both wound down production, leaving the...

After over a month of testing iOS 27, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we circle back to the beta and talk through our experiences with Siri AI, Liquid Glass refinements, and more.‌iOS 27‌ is expected to launch this fall, bringing sweeping performance work across the system. Apple has cited more than 80 speed and efficiency improvements, with app launches up to 30 percent faster and AirDrop transfers up to 80 percent faster than on iOS 26. Animations, keyboard responsiveness, Home Screen page swapping, and App Library loading have all been sped up, and Apple says the improvements extend even to o...

This week's episode of The MacRumors Show covers OpenAI's move into hardware and the trade secret lawsuit Apple filed against the company earlier this month.Apple sued OpenAI in the Northern District of California on July 10, alleging a months-long scheme to obtain confidential information about unreleased products. The complaint centers on OpenAI chief hardware officer Tang Tan, a 24-year Apple veteran who previously led iPhone product design, and former Apple electrical engineer Chang Liu. Apple claims Tan coached recruits on evading its exit-interview security procedures and told at least one employee to bring hardware components to an...

This week's episode of The MacRumors Show looks ahead to the 20th anniversary iPhone, the radically redesigned model that Apple is expected to launch in 2027.0:00 Introduction1:51 What Will Apple Call the 20th Anniversary iPhone?5:03 Is It Time to Abandon iPhone Numbers?7:29 Sponsor: Shopify8:44 The Biggest iPhone Redesign Since iPhone X14:07 Under-Display Technology and the End of Dynamic Island18:22 Haptic Buttons and Apple’s All-Glass Vision22:03 Apple’s Custom Camera Sensor24:34 The Ideal iPhone and the Future of Foldables29:20 Battery Life, Denser Batteries, and Reverse Charging36:02 Why Apple’s Char...

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the high-end of Apple's increasingly tangled MacBook lineup, including the entry-level MacBook Pro, the redesigned high-end models, and the rumored “MacBook Ultra."1:39 Why Apple Is Skipping M6 Pro and M6 Max4:01 MacBook Ultra Timing and First-Generation Problems6:00 How MacBook Pro and MacBook Ultra Could Coexist9:59 Sponsor: Claude11:20 Untangling Apple’s Upcoming MacBook Lineup12:47 Which MacBook Models Are Worth Waiting For?18:00 The MacBook Pro Redesign and Dynamic Island23:10 Could MacBook Ultra Replace High-End MacBook Pros?28:18 What Is a Touchscreen Mac Actu...

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the latest leaks and rumors surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro. 01:30 Tata Electronics data leak discussion02:49 iPhone 18 Pro's C2 modem: US.. vs. international09:57 Color-matched rear glass insert12:20 Variable aperture camera upgrade17:31 Apple's camera marketing and demo criticism20:59 iPhone 18 Pro price increase expectations27:55 Apple TV price hike reaction35:24 Micron, memory shortage, and supplier pricing41:18 New HomePod and Apple TV timing 43:56 iPhone 18 Pro's 5G satellite connectivity feature49:11 SIM vs. eSIM and carrier headachesTata Electronics, one of Apple's manufacturing pa...

This week’s episode of The MacRumors Show focuses on Apple’s surprise price hikes, the potential impact on the iPhone 18 lineup, new Apple Watch Ultra 4 rumors, and camera-equipped AirPods coming in 2027.00:51 Apple Price Hikes Overview 02:00 iPhone 18 Price Hike Expectations 03:58 RAM/Storage Cost Breakdown 09:36 Why Upgrading Yearly Isn’t Necessary 11:49 When Could Price Hikes Hit? 16:30 Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Rumors 21:05 Apple Watch Health Features and Market Plateau 24:24 Should Apple Slow Down Annual Watch Releases? 33:18 iPhone 18 Pro: Colors and Durability 34:50 Foldable iPhone Launch Timing and Demand 38:11 AirPods With C...

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we continue unpacking WWDC 2026 and take a closer look at iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and Apple's other new software updates coming this fall.00:00 — Intro & beta check-in00:42 — OS compatibility cuts: watchOS, iOS, macOS, tvOS, iPadOS09:49 — Sponsor: Claude11:08 — Liquid Glass refinements & redesigned icons14:10 — Shortcuts with natural language16:34 — Sidebar icons, extra-large widgets & foldable iPhone hints18:43 — Siri's new design & dynamic island shape20:20 — Siri AI in practice: autocorrect, clarifications, and daily use25:57 — Third-party AI extensions & region availability30:03 — Apple Intelligence across apps: Messages, Image Playground, Genmoji, Passwords, nutrition...

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, Writing Tools, and Multi-Platform Siri 22:56 Google Gemini Partnership and Privacy 26:36 Apple Intelligence in Safari and Password Management 32:44 Apple Intelligence in Messages, Calendar, and Home 36:50 Image Playground and Photos 40:26 AirPods EQ, Apple Watch, Beta Acce...

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 Introduction01:50 Why This WWDC Matters02:58 The New Siri App06:32 Siri Replaces Spotlight and New Gestures11:55 Third-Party AI and Extensions Marketplace19:10 Siri Across First-Party Apps22:13 Photos, Health, and AI Editing26:28 Natural Language Shortcuts28:34 Camera, Safari, Wallet, and AirPods38:11 macOS and Apple Silicon Only43:06 Smart Home Hub, Foldable iPhone, and Other Platforms51:54 Wrap-UpThe event's tagline, "All Systems Glow," is widely seen as a hint...

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote date, the sweeping Siriredesign 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 Expectations01:38 WWDC Artwork, Siri Teases, and Apple Intelligence04:43 HomeOS and Apple’s Smart Home Plans06:17 Why Apple Should Bring Back Live Keynotes10:55 WWDC Schedule, Developer Betas, and Coverage Plans12:20 Sponsor: Claude14:35 Apple Intelligence Accessibility Features19:41 How Apple’s AI Strategy Compares to ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grok...

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 and have it build a cart in a shopping app. A companion feature called Create My Widget lets users describe...

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 Timesfound 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 are reportedly outbidding consumer electronics makers for limited DRAM supply from Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron, while cloud firms are locking in capacity...

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 might evolve with features like a vibrating surface speaker.The foldable iPhone generates a lot of discussion, with ques...

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." Current board chair Arthur Levinson will become the lead independent director. Cook has served as Apple's CEO since 2011.Ternus, who has...

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 possibility. On the chip, sources disagree. Code Appl...