Episode 946: Apple AI and Siri progress report

Apple held its big “Awe Dropping” and the biggest announcement was the iPhone Air. Is it worth the hype? We talk about the new iPhone and the rest of Apple’s announcements on this episode of the Macworld Podcast. Show notes for episode 950 Catch up on the latest news from the event: Every 'Awe Dropping' Apple release

On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we discuss the products we expect to see, including the iPhone 17 lineup, new Apple Watches, the AirPods Pro 3, and more.  Show notes for episode 948 Links related to this episode: iPhone 17: New Air model, colors, event date, and everything else we know  New Apple Watch 2025: Everything we know about the Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3  New AirPods 2025: Here’s what’s next for AirPods Pro and Max  Get ready for a packed month of Apple releases with a new iPhone and a whole lot more First Look: iPod nano  iPod touch (2007) Review

Apple announced that it is holding an event on September 9. On today’s show, we give an overview of what to expect, as well as discuss Apple’s new three-year iPhone plan. Plus, the worst thing that happened this week, this week in Apple history, and more.  Episode 948 show notes on Macworld.com Links for more information on what was discussed on the show: Apple announces ‘Awe Dropping’ iPhone 17 event for September 9 Your Apple TV+ subscription is going up by a whopping 30% Elon Musk's xAI sues Apple and OpenAI over antitrust claims Apple's Tim Cook era: 14 years of prolific products, profits, and politics 10 reasons why you need to switch from Spotify to Apple Music Oliver Twist's Facebook profile

Apple made a big boo-boo last week and unintentionally released code that revealed upcoming product plans. That’s the focus of this week’s show: Apple's plans for the MacBook Pro, Mac Pro, Apple Watch, iPad, and more! On the show, we talked about the following product leaks and other news:  Code reveals 2025 Apple Watch details: 3 models, 5G, and a new wireless chip: iPad, iPad mini have chip upgrades in the works Apple code confirms the first 5G MacBook is in testing Code suggests Apple is working on an M4 Ultra chip for new Mac Pro Apple code leak hints at a new Studio Display plus another mystery product Apple is planning a big AI comeback, but we’ve heard this song before The blood-oxygen sensor is returning to Apple Watch

This week, we introduce a brand-new version of the Macworld Podcast. Our main topic of discussion is an update to Apple's work in AI and Siri. Plus, the worst thing that happened this week, what happened this week in Apple history, and the Macworld Podcast Inbox.

As September approaches, the iPhone rumors are popping up more frequently. What’s different this year is that it looks like Apple is going to introduce a brand new iPhone model that’s being dubbed the iPhone 17 Air—that’s not the official name. We talk about this new phone on the show.

Today’s show is all about the public betas of its version 26 operating systems. We’re going to cover what to expect, why you should or shouldn’t use them, and cover our favorite features.

We’ve been hearing about a folding iPhone for years now, but it seems like it’s going to be a reality, based on the reports that have become more persistent recently. So on today’s show, we talk about the developments in the folding iPhone.

2026 is shaping up to be a very big year for Apple. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the new products Apple could release next year, including an unexpected change for the Mac.

Apple has hit its stride with its MacBook lineup, but the company isn’t resting on its laurels. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the latest MacBook rumors.