MacBreak Weekly (Audio)
Episodes
MBW 1023: Don't Be Contemptible - Apple Sets a New Record for Its Second Quarter Results
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Apple shares its Q2 2026 results and tops expectations for the quarter! Mac Minis are increasingly becoming more difficult to acquire, thanks to AI. ...
MBW 1022: Ultra Expensive - The Apple Rumor Mill
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The panel can't stop talking about John Ternus becoming the next Apple CEO! Is the iPhone Ultra the official name of Apple's folding iPhone? Apple's ...
MBW 1021: Too Long in the Monkey House - John Ternus to Become Next Apple CEO
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Turnus is officially the next Apple CEO! Tim Cook will step down on September 1st, 2026, and will become the executive chairman of the Apple boa...
MBW 1020: AirPods for Your Face - Is the MacBook Neo a Hit?
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's strong demand for the MacBook Neo as Apple ramps up production on the budget-friendly laptop. A fake crypto wallet app was recently removed f...
MBW 1019: Furious, Eloquent, and Unrestrained - The Earth: Shot on iPhone
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New images of the Earth have been captured on an iPhone! AMD & Nvidia eGPU's can work on Apple Silicon Macs! It hasn't been officially announced ...
MBW 1018: 50 Years and Still Going Strong - Apple: The First 50 Years
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
David Pogue joins the show to talk about his new book, Apple: The First 50 Years. iOS 26.4 is out with new features & security fixes. And Apple o...
MBW 1017: We Found a Google, and Put it in - WWDC 2026 Dates Announced!
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Apple announces June 8th - June 12th for WWDC 2026. Tim Cook announces that the Mac had its best launch week for first-time Mac customers. And a disp...
MBW 1016: An Orca, a Trombone and a Treasure Chest - AirPods Max 2 Pro Unveiled
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Someone is appearing on Jeopardy this week... Apple announces the AirPods Max 2. The MacBook Neo is its most repairable MacBook in 14 years. And are ...
MBW 1015: Who Shot Apple Intelligence? - The MacBook Neo
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo, the company's foray into a low-cost laptop. The iPhone Fold's supposed design has leaked through 3D CAD rendering fil...
MBW 1014: iPhone 17e: The "Enough" Phone - New iPad Air, M5 Pro, and M5 Max Chips
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New iPhone 17e! M5 Pro M5 Max chips are here! The New M5 MacBook Air! And the budget MacBook's name may have been accidentally revealed ahead of its ...
MBW 1013: Boopgate - Steve Jobs' 71st Birthday
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome, Christina Warren, to the MacBreak Weekly panel! Looking back at Steve Jobs and what would have been his 71st birthday. Jason Snell unveils t...
MBW 1013: Boopgate - Steve Jobs' 71st Birthday
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome, Christina Warren, to the MacBreak Weekly panel! Looking back at Steve Jobs and what would have been his 71st birthday. Jason Snell unveils t...
MBW 1013: Boopgate - Steve Jobs' 71st Birthday
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome, Christina Warren, to the MacBreak Weekly panel! Looking back at Steve Jobs and what would have been his 71st birthday. Jason Snell unveils t...
MBW 1012: Joining the YOLO Club - Apple's Special Experience Event on March 4th
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Apple has announced a special experience event occurring in New York, London, and Shanghai. Apple Podcasts is launching new video features. iOS 26.3 ...
MBW 1011: Oy and Whoop! - iPhones to the Moon!
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Apple is scaling back its plans for its AI-based health coach service. Could Apple's next AirPods Pro come with cameras in them? The iPhone 17 Pro Ma...
MBW 1010: A Strand of Woz's Beard Hair - Apple's Record Quarter
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Apple had a very strong Q1 2026, thanks to iPhone 17 sales. Apple acquires an AI company, its second-largest acquisition behind Beats by Dre. An Appl...
MBW 1009: We Don't Have Room for Bryan - Apple Unveils the Newest AirTags!
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Apple launches the next generation of its AirTags. Is Apple developing its own take on an AI wearable pin? Apple is holding an event in LA for creato...
MBW 1008: Check The Stains - Will the Dynamic Island Move on the iPhone?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 Stu...
MBW 1007: They Plump When They Cook - Apple's AI to Use Google's Gemini
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Apple & Google enter a multi-year collaboration to integrate Apple's AI with Google's Gemini model. Apple unveils its Apple Creator Studio app co...
MBW 1006: Unemployable - Apple's Plans in 2026
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 App...
MBW 1005: Best of 2025 - MacBreak Weekly's Favorite Highlights from 2025
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
MBW 1004: A Sad Farewell - Into the Cupertino Mists
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
MBW 1003: The Intersection of Greed and Delusion - The OS 26.2 Update Is Out Now!
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
MBW 1002: I'm With Bieber - More Executive Departures at Apple!
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ups...
MBW 1001: Beschmirckled - John Giannandrea's Incoming Retirement
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
MBW 1000: Death by Chocolate - The 1000th Episode of MacBreak Weekly
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We celebrate 1000 episodes of MacBreak Weekly! The next iteration of iOS may be something similar to macOS 'Snow Leopard'. A breakthrough has been ma...
MBW 999: Rough Depowdering - Apple's CEO Succession Speculation
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
MBW 998: Touching Grass - The iPhone Pocket
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ju...
MBW 997: Dunkin' and Dodgin' - iOS 26.1 & macOS 26.1 Are Out!
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ent...
MBW 996: The Billion Dollar Scratch - Samsung Releases XR Headset to Compete Against Vision Pro
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Apple held a special developer event for immersive media experiences last week, and some of MacBreak's own were there! Did Apple reduced production l...
MBW 995: Fuhgeddaboudit! - Apple Announces New M5 MacBook Pro & Vision Pro
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. c...
MBW 994: Tim Cook's Labubu - Apple Rebrands 'Apple TV+' to Just 'Apple TV'
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 smartp...
MBW 993: An Orifice for Ads - Apple Could Be Shifting Work From the Vision Pro to AI Glasses
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
MBW 992: Extreme Maritime Conditions - Intel Seeking an Investment From Apple
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 Marke...
MBW 991: The Naughty List - iPhone Air's Impressive Thin Design
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the new iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max susceptible to scratches? iFixit tears down the new iPhone Air! New immersive films are coming to the Apple Visi...