Macworld Podcast
Episodes
Episode 782: Apple 'Peek Performance' event preview
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s spring event is on Tuesday! What will Apple reveal? A new iPhone? New iPads? What’s going to happen with the Mac? It’s our preview of Ap...
Episode 781: The processor report
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The march of the M processor continues with the impending release of the M2. What kind of performance can we expect? And should Apple be worried about...
Episode 780: Autocorrect and AirPort routers
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Writing happens all the time on the iPhone, whether it’s a text message, a social media posting, or an email. So why hasn’t Apple done anything to...
Episode 779: iMessage shouldn’t be this bad
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You use it all the time, so why doesn’t Apple pay more attention to iMessage? We talk about the problems with Apple’s messaging system and what we...
Episode 778: New features in iOS and iPadOS 15.4
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Apple may have released iOS and iPad OS 15 back in September, but the company is still rolling out new features for the iPhone and iPad. Learn about w...
Episode 777: Why 2022 will be a powerful year for Apple’s Macs
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about how the M processor is going to boost the Mac to new heights! What could we see in a new Mac mi...
Episode 776: Beware of the Apple App Store
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Apple markets its App Store as “a place you can trust.” But is it really? In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’ll talk about what the app...
Episode 775: Your thoughts on AirTag stalking, the MacBook Pro, and more
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about reader hot takes from the Macworld Twitter feed. You have thoughts on Apple news and articles we’ve written, and we’re g...
Episode 774: New year’s resolutions
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New year’s resolutions are a longtime tradition, and the Macworld staff is taking this opportunity to get into the swing of things. It’s our new y...
Episode 773: What will Apple do in 2022?
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2022 could be another big year for Apple. And on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we look into our crystal ball and see what’s in store for nex...
Episode 772: The best of Apple 2021
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been another big year for Apple. And on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the events that left an impression on us. It’s ou...
Episode 771: Must-have apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple recently revealed its App Store Awards for 2021, and it’s a list of terrific software. We here at Macworld thought we’d share some of our al...
Episode 770: Apple's AR glasses could soon be a reality
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What does the future hold for Apple? It could include glasses that augment our reality. We’ll talk about what we could see from the company as s...
Episode 769: Holiday shopping tips for Apple products
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
'Tis the season to go shopping! In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’re going to be your best shopping buddy! We'll talk about how to get the...
Episode 768: Mac memory leaks and Apple silicon leaks
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's all about leaks of different kinds in this episode of the Macworld Podcast. First, it’s leaks of a technical nature that can cripple your Mac. ...
Episode 767: Why you should buy the Apple Watch Series 7 or the new AirPods
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple has a dominating lead in the wearables market, and the company recently released the new Apple Watch Series 7 and the third-generation AirPods. ...
Episode 766: Deep thoughts about the M1 Pro MacBook Pro
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s new MacBook Pro is here in the Macworld offices, so we talk about it and its M1 Pro processor, its display, the notch, and more on this epis...
Episode 765: New MacBook Pros! New M1 Pro and M1 Max processors! New AirPods!
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s Unleashed event was full of fascinating new announcements and we talk about it all on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
Episode 764: M1X MacBook Pro ‘Unleashed’ event preview
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s new MacBook Pro is about to be unleashed! On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we preview the upcoming Apple event and talk about what...
Episode 763: iOS 15 Safari is awesome, horizontal iPads are dumb, and more
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about your hot takes from the Macworld Twitter and Facebook feeds. You have thoughts on Apple news and we share and respond to wha...
Episode 762: Deep thoughts about the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The iPhone 13 will be Apple’s hottest seller this holiday season. Should you buy the new phone? We take a close look at the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro, ...
Episode 761: iPhone 13 and iOS 15 first impressions
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s that time of year again! The new iPhone is here! We just got them and on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about our first impressi...
Episode 760: Reaction to the iPhone 13, Apple Watch 7, new iPads
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"California streaming" streamed its way on to our screens last Tuesday, bringing us a slew of new products. We’re talking about the new iPads, iPho...
Episode 759: iPhone 13 'California Streaming' event preview
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The date is set for Apple’s next big event. What will Apple reveal next week? We preview what could happen at "California Streaming" in this episode...
Episode 758: Apple's meager App Store settlement; the future Apple CEO
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple reached a settlement in a lawsuit with developers—and it looks like the developers got a raw deal. And who could be Apple’s next CEO? That‘...
Episode 757: The upcoming Apple products that matter
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The next few weeks are going to be big for Apple, with several much-anticipated product releases. But which releases are we most excited about? In thi...
Episode 756: What the future holds for Apple and its products
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We will probably soon see a new iPhone, new MacBook Pros, new Apple Watches, maybe even iPads. And while the rumors have been flying about what we cou...
Episode 755: What you need to know about Apple’s child abuse scanning tools
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s announcement of new child abuse scanning tools has some people confused and concerned. Is Apple looking at all your pictures? Could you end ...
Episode 754: Macworld is so wrong about Safari and the Touch Bar
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about your hot takes from the Macworld Twitter and Facebook feeds. You have thoughts on Safari in iOS 15, the MacBook Pro Touch Ba...
Episode 753: Apple makes all the money again
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple recently revealed its third-quarter results for 2021, and yup, Apple made a lot of money again. We go behind the numbers in this episode of the ...
Episode 752: What the new Apple OS updates are all about
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple released a bunch of operating system updates. We’ll talk about what’s in those updates and how it affects you in this episode of the Macworl...
Episode 751: Apple TV+’s momentum for the end of 2021 and beyond
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A lot is happening with the Apple TV+: subscription changes, new shows, movies with big-time stars, and a lot more. We talk about Apple TV+ and why it...
Episode 750: Our impressions of Safari, FaceTime, and other features of the Apple public betas
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the public betas of iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey, and watchOS 8 and take a look at Safari,...
Episode 749: Windows 11 and what it means for the Mac
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The latest version of Windows is here. What is Microsoft doing with its operating system, and what could it mean for the Mac? We talk about Windows 11...
Episode 748: The power of the iPhone 13, the end of the iPhone 12 mini
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The power of 13—the iPhone 13—is being felt throughout the tech world. We talk about some developments involving Apple’s next iPhone, as well as...
Episode 747: Your hot takes about WWDC21
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it's all about your hot takes. You’ve been on social media posting your thoughts about Apple’s announceme...
Episode 746: Highlights of iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey, and more
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is underway and Monday’s keynote revealed a lot of new stuff. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we ...
Episode 745: What to expect at WWDC21
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s developers conference kicks off on Monday. What can we expec tto see—and hope to see—from Apple? We talk about that and more in this epi...
Episode 744: Close looks at the new Apple TV 4K and 24-inch iMac
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The new Apple TV 4K and 24-inch iMac have arrived in the Macworld offices. We talk about our impressions about the new products, what we like and not ...
Episode 743: Apple Music lossless limitations, new Macs this summer
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple Music now offers better-sounding audio streams—but can anybody really hear the difference? And it’s going to be an exciting summer filled wi...
Episode 742: Products we wish Apple would make
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We love Apple products, and we wish the company would do more. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about products we wish Apple would mak...
Episode 741: Your hot takes on the iMac, AirTag, a foldable iPhone, and more
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve been on social media telling us why you didn’t but any of Apple’s new products. We talk about your comments and respond with a few of our...
Episode 740: Our favorite features in iOS 14.5 and macOS Big Sur 11.3
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple released iOS 14.5, and it is a major update to the iPhone operating system. We talk about our favorite features in iOS 14.5 as well as macOS Big...
Episode 739: The lowdown on the M1 iMac, new iPad Pro, and more
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Spring Loaded has sprung! Apple’s latest event is powered by the M1, bringing us a new iMac, iPad Pad, and more. We talk about what happened in Appl...
Episode 738: Macworld's predictions for Apple's 'Spring Loaded' event
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple is having an event on April 20. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, the staff makes predictions on what products (and TV characters) we'll ...
Episode 737: Tim Cook and Apple's sway over privacy, AR, autonomous cars, and more
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple CEO Tim Cook made some interesting revelations in a recent episode of the “Sway” podcast. We talk about Cook’s comments about privacy, a...
Episode 736: What secrets lie within the WWDC21 invite?
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s biggest event of the year is coming soon: The Worldwide Developers Conference dates are set. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’l...
Episode 735: What’s the HomePod mini’s secret? And RIP to the original HomePod and iMac Pro
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 735: What’s the HomePod mini’s secret? And RIP to the original HomePod and iMac Pro by Macworld
Episode 734: Is there an Apple event coming soon? Plus, the new Macworld is here
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Will there be no Apple event in March? And will a man lose his eyebrows over it? And we have some news to share about the Macworld website. It’s all...
Episode 733: What we like about Apple TV so far and what needs to improve
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s setting up to be a big year for Apple TV and TV+, so on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the latest news and rumors, the s...
Episode 732: The trouble with M1 Macs: Silver Sparrow and SSD woes
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is all not well in the Apple-silicon paradise? In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a look at some of the intel inside a couple of reports...
Episode 731: What will Apple release in March? Here are our predictions
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hot Apple rumors about what we could see next month. Are there new iPads in the air? And speaking of air, what about AirTags? It’s all on this episo...
Episode 730: Apple Car rumors and reports
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After puttering along and then sitting in neutral, rumors and reports of the mysterious Apple Car have kicked into high gear. Get your motor running: ...
Episode 729: IOS 14.5: App Tracking Transparency, iPhone unlocking with Apple Watch, and more
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
IOS 14.5: App Tracking Transparency, iPhone unlocking with Apple Watch, and more.
Episode 728: What is Apple’s ‘new project’ for Dan Riccio? We think we know!
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Apple has a “new project” in the works, one that’s so important that it decided to reorganize its hardware division to tend to it. We talk about...
Episode 727: Apple’s 2021 release schedule: What we’re most excited about
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The iPhone 13, an Apple silicon iMac, iPadOS 15—those are just some of the products we could see from Apple in 2021.
Episode 726: The Macworld Podcast grades Apple’s 2020 performance
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It was an eventful 2020 for Apple, and in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’ll take a look at the year in review for the company, with our th...
Episode 725: Apple products even the ultimate Apple fan should avoid
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With the holidays in full swing—and time running out for shopping—there’s still time to be smart about what you buy. In this episode of the Macw...
Episode 724: Apple’s new AirPods Max headphones
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple had one more thing for us this year: the AirPods Max. We talk about Apple pricey new headphones on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
Episode 723: IPhone 12 versus Android’s best of 2020
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a big year for smartphones but one phone stands out above all. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’ll talk about the iPhone 12 and...
Episode 722: A deep dive into the M1 Mac revolution
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple's new M1 MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini are here.
Episode 721: Apple's new M1 Macs and our first impressions
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple unveiled its new M1 Mac lineup. Based on the event, what are our first impressions of the new Macs? We talk about that and more in this episode ...
Episode 720: What will happen at Apple’s ‘One more thing’ event on November 10?
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple is having an event on Tuesday, November 10. What is Apple up to? And Jason Cross has his review of the new iPad Air. That’s all in this episod...
Episode 719: What we think about the new iPhone 12
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple started shipping the iPhone 12 and the iPhone 12 Pro. We have the new phones, and on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’ll talk about ou...
Episode 718: What’s the deal with the HomePod mini?
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple revealed the HomePod mini last week. Could it be the most important product Apple ships this year? We’ll talk about the smart speaker and more...
Episode 717: iPhone 12 specs, features, prices and more
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The iPhone 12 is finally here! We talk about Apple’s new smartphone and its features, specifications, prices, and more in this episode of the Macwor...
Episode 716: Preview of Apple’s Oct. 13 event—new iPhones?
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple is having an online event next week. So in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we preview the event. We talk about we expect to see, what we w...
Episode 715: Apple Watch SE up close
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The new Apple Watch SE is here. Let’s talk about the new wearable and what it means for Apple’s watch lineup, Fitbit, and more.
Episode 714: iOS 14: A look at 5 major features of the new iPhone operating system
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
iOS 14 became available last week. We talk about our experiences with five of the major features of the new iPhone operating system. That’s in this ...
Episode 713: Reaction to Apple's Time Flies event
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple held its Time Flies event and we have a lot to cover on this episode of the Macworld Podcast. We talk about the new Apple Watch Series 6, Apple ...
Episode 712: Preview of Apple's 'Time Flies' event
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There’s an Apple event coming soon! Tuesday, September 15 is the big day, and on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about our expectation...
Episode 711: What can we expect from Apple for the rest of 2020?
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is over, and fall is here. That also means the season of Apple product releases goes into high gear. We talk about what we expect to see from A...
Episode 710: Apple vs. Epic: What’s it about, who is doing what, and who will win
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple and Epic: Their fight is making headlines. What is all the hubub about? And what does it mean for you? We talk about this on this episode of the...
Episode 709: Apple and Project xCloud, TikTok, WeChat, and more
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s protectionist policies prevent you from enjoying services such as Project xCloud. A ban on TikTok and WeChat could affect Apple’s bottom l...
Episode 708: New iMacs, Apple Fellow Phil Schiller, and more
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple announced iMac updates earlier this week. Should you buy an iMac when Apple silicon is on the horizon? There’s also a major change in Apple le...
Episode 707: What should Apple include with the next iPhone?
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it's all about your hot takes, specifically about what Apple should include with its next iPhone. We respond ...
Episode 706: Apple's services push: Is it working?
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly a year into its push in services, Apple’s competitors still seem to have the upper hand. We take a look at what’s working, what needs to ch...
Episode 705: What we like and not like about iOS 14 and iPadOS 14
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple released the public beta of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 last week. We talk about our experiences with the new operating systems on this episode of the ...
Episode 704: watchOS 7, tvOS 14, benchmarks on the first Apple silicon Mac, and more
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wrapping up our conversation about Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, we talk about watchOS 7, tvOS 14, the first ever Apple silicon Mac, and ...
Episode 703: iOS 14, iPadOS 14, macOS Big Sur, no more Intel Macs: Apple WWDC20
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
iOS and iPadOS 14, macOS Big Sur, Apple’s big switch to ARM—and there’s a lot more from Apple’s WWDC20 keynote. We talk about the new announce...
Episode 702: WWDC 2020 preview
17 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference starts on Monday, June 22. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what could happen at the s...
Episode 701: Will Apple make the switch to its own processors in Macs at WWDC?
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The switch to Apple processors in Macs could be happening sooner than later. We may also finally see wholesale changes to the iMac. We talk about Appl...
Episode 700: Your hot takes on Apple TV+, COVID-19 API, Apple AR glasses, and more
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Macworld Podcast is all about your hot takes. We respond to your thoughts on Apple TV+, the Apple/Google COVID-19 API, Apple’s r...
Episode 699: Apple Glass, Apple TV+ content, iOS 13.5, and more
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple AR glasses could be close to becoming a reality. Apple TV+ could be expanding its library of content. And iOS 13.5 is here. We talk about this a...
Episode 698: AirPods Studio, Thunderbolt security, iPhone 12 lineup, and more
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is Apple expanding its AirPods lineup? Should you be concerned about the recently revealed Thunderbolt security flaw? And what could we see when the i...
Episode 697: New 13-inch MacBook Pro, WWDC 2020, Apple’s financial results, and more
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple has a new laptop. What’s great about it? Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is coming soon. How did Apple do in its most recent financi...
Episode 696: A close look at the iPhone SE
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a deep dive into the iPhone SE. Who should buy Apple’s new phone, and why?
Episode 695: Your hot takes on iPhones, longing for the headphone jack, headline typos, and more
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it’s all about your hot takes. This is a special edition of the show, where we feature your comments from t...
Episode 694: New iPhone SE, Apple’s 2020 product roadmap, and more
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it's all about listener hot takes. We respond to your thoughts from the Macworld Facebook and Twitter feeds.
Episode 693: iPhone SE rumors, iPhone 12 rumors, and more
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What’s up with the iPhone SE? What’s up with the iPhone 12? What’s up with the 13-inch MacBook Pro? This and more on the Macworld Podcast.
Episode 692: Up close with the new 2020 MacBook Air
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple’s new MacBook Air is here. We put it through its paces, and we talk about Apple's latest laptop on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
Episode 691: Wish lists for the 2020 MacBook Air and iPad Pro
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple may have released a new MacBook Air and iPad Pro, but they’re still missing features that we want.
Episode 690: Apple’s new iPad Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, and more
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about what we’ll see in the new iPad Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, and more.
Episode 689: A look at what we could see in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14
11 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A new Home screen! New AR and fitness apps! New optical character recognition for Apple Pencil! And that’s just the start!
Episode 688: The coronavirus is everywhere, new Apple mini-LED products, the iPad trackpad, and more
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is the effect of the coronavirus on Apple? Will that stop Apple from making new mini-LED based products? And is an iPad with trackpad support a b...
Episode 687: iPhones and bad guys, MacBook rumors, iPod touch rumors, and more
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Some big changes are coming to the Mac hardware. And let’s admit it: You know you’re excited about the rumors of a new iPod touch. Plus, iPhones, ...
Episode 686: Apple and the coronavirus, our iPadOS 14 wishlist, and more
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The coronavirus hits Apple, but rumor has it that it won’t stop the iPhone SE 2 from appearing. Plus, an iPadOS 14 wish list, your hot takes, and mo...
Episode 685: Samsung's Unpacked event, 'iPhone SE 2' rumors, iOS 13.4, and more
12 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Samsung announces a new foldable phone, along with updated Galaxy Buds and new phones. Does it mean anything for Apple? Also, we chat about iOS 13.4, ...
Episode 684: Is Apple Maps better? Plus, iPhone rumors, Mac gaming gets a boost, and more
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Apple updates Apple Maps. Could we actually see a foldable iPhone in the future? GeForce Now gives Mac gaming a boost. All this and more on this episo...
Episode 683: iOS 14 wishlist, Apple Q1 2020 earnings, ten years of the iPad, and more
29 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What do we want to see in iOS 14? The iPad turned ten this week. How much money did Apple make this past quarter? All this and more on this episode of...