#32: A Magic Mouse on wheels

Eli and Mac Discuss: The Jam packed October apple announcements, did Tesla really have to make a roadster on the wall, The Google book exist, Launching a new branch of Functions and Dnb On a Bike?Callout:Finder has a new home: If you love hunting down new products, apps, tools, and media, pull up a chair. Finder is now a monthly newsletter on wonkypod.com, written by Mac as he test-drives new tools so you don’t have to. Issue one discussed, the experience with the steam machine & a new game called "Over The Hill".Links & Show Notes :Google: GooglebookMicrosoft: Surface Laptop UltraMicrosoft: Surface RTX Spark Dev BoxVerge: Microsoft SurfaceYoutube (Tesla): Roadster EventTesla: RoadsterApple (Internet Archive): HomeViewApple: HomePod Mini 2Apple: Apple TV 4KMacrumors: October 13 LaunchMacrumors: iPad Mini OledYoutube (Dom Whiting): Drum & Bass On The Bike - NORWICHInstagram (IsMacBla): Photos From DNB on BikeCredits:Mac · Host & EditorEli · HostSupport Wonky by following us on Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, email us at [email protected] or get access to our content by visiting wonkypod.comPublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

Apple finally made the foldable. We look back at yesterdays September Apple event, we cover our real first impressions of the Duo, the surprise return of Touch ID, the iPhone 18 Pro's genuinely wild new aperture blades and manual camera controls. As well as discussing the very expensive but intresting UGREEN home AI hub that's making one of us question a recent purchase.Callout:Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. Wonkypod.comLinks & Show Notes :YouTube (The Saucepan): UGREEN Home AgentUGREEN: Home AgentSteam: Steam MachineYouTube (Apple): September 2026 Live EventYouTube (ItsMacBla): Everything On My Desk in 2026 YouTube (Apple): Introducing The New DuoApple Store (Internet Archive): iPhone DuoApple Store: iPhone 18 ProApple Store: Apple watch 12Apple Store: Airpods 5MacRumors: Apple Announces Foldable 'iPhone Duo'Credits:Mac · Host & EditorEli · HostSupport Wonky by following us on Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, email us at [email protected] or get access to our content by visiting wonkypod.comPublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

Apple spent 25 years building China into a manufacturing superpower it can no longer say no to. We talk through Apple in China by Patrick McGee. Foxconn, the nets, Tim Cook's History and go on a detour about Wales' one contribution to Apple history. we also have a real talk about upcoming Wonky changes, a keyboard review, and why is nobody's using our free Patreon.Callout:Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. Wonkypod.comLinks & Show Notes :App Store: WimyxHouseHouse: Big WalkKickstarter: Hyzen KeyboardBook: Apple In chinaAudible: Apple in chinaBook: Apple First 50 yearsAudible: Apple first 50 yearsCredits:Mac · Host & EditorEli · HostSupport Wonky by following us on Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, email us at [email protected] or get access to our content by visiting wonkypod.comPublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

We've spent weeks in the new beta, and now it's time to talk through what's working and what's still broken . Then we pivot into the UK's new age restrictions, digging into whether they're actually enforceable and what a more locked-down internet means for the next generation. Finally, why does grading creativity still feel limiting, and how could it be improved. Callout:Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. Wonkypod.comLinks & Show Notes :Macrumors: OS 27 Public BetaMacrumors: OS 27 Developer Beta Apple: Apple Beta Software ProgramRelay: UpgradeYouTube (MKBHD): iOS 27 Hands-On: Top 5 New Features! BBC News: UK Online Safety ActBBC News: Smartphone BanIMDB: Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't DieYouTube (MacBla): AirPods Pro 3 Are Good... Annoyingly GoodWeb Archive: Steam MachineYouTube (Potato Jet): Sony FX5 | Open Gate Raw with Dual-Gain & Triple-Base ISO! Sony: Sony FX5GOV: New V LevelsBBC News: New V-level courses to be brought in for students after GCSEsYouTube (BBC): What has the BBC ever done for me? Credits:Mac · Host & EditorEli · HostSupport Wonky by following us on Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, email us at [email protected] or get access to our content by visiting wonkypod.comPublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

Apple had a lot to prove at WWDC 2026. and for once, they showed up prepared. In this episode we react to the full keynote: the Siri AI redesign, the new Liquid Glass design language in iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate, and the Apple Intelligence overhaul that's finally starting to look like a real platform. Tim Cook said goodbye. The corners are fixed. AirPods users finally got their EQ. So… Apple listened?Callout:Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. Wonkypod.comLinks & Show Notes :MacStories: WWDC 2026: Small Details and Compatibility ListsMacStories: watchOS 27: The MacStories OverviewThe Verge: Siri AI, Apple Intelligence, iOS 27 — WWDCYoutube (Waveform): Apple Silicon Has Competition!Apple Podcast (Upgrade): The WWDC Keynote Draft 2026Bluesky: Basic Apple Guy: Icon PostMacRumors: Here's How Liquid Glass Is Changing in iOS 27MacRumors: All the Liquid Glass Changes in macOS Golden GateMacRumors: visionOS 27: Siri AI, Eye-Aware Notifications, Curved Windows, and MoreMacRumors: Apple Reveals How Many iPhones Were Running iOS 26 Before WWDCApple Newsroom: Due to DMA, Siri AI Delayed in EU for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27YouTube (Apple): Apple WWDC 2026 June 8: Introducing Siri AI and MoreYouTube (Apple): Recap the WWDC26 Platforms State of the UnionThe Verge: Apple WWDC 2026: Biggest Announcements, iOS 27Web Archive: Apple IntelligenceWeb Archive: macOS Web Archive: Apple OS PageMacStories: macOS 27 Golden Gate: The MacStories OverviewYouTube (Apple): Announcing Apple's Next Big Step for Siri and iPhoneYouTube (MKBHD): WWDC 2026 Impressions: Yeah, That's About RightYouTube (Apple): Introducing Siri AI in iOS 27YouTube (Apple): WWDC26: Appreciation Starring Erick the ArchitectCredits:Mac · Host & EditorEli · HostSupport Wonky by following us on Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, email us at [email protected] or get access to our content by visiting wonkypod.comPublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

There's a not-so-Ferrari-looking Ferrari. John Ternus is going to be in charge of designing the garden. Mac has delved deeper into the ecosystem. Google made a light bar... And it’s almost time for WWDC2026. Will they be delivering on those promised features, or will they hint towards a folding iPhone? Callout:Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. patreon.com/WonkyfmLinks & Show Notes:📁Archive: Ferrari Luce Ferrari Luce is the Most Controversial Ferrari Ever 📁Archive: Renault 5 EV📁Archive: Renault 4 EVHonda EGoogle Android EventGoogle I/O 2026 - RecapGemini RedesignGemini Automatic ShoppingWild sentences said at Google I/OThe Thinking Game documentary John Ternus announcmentWho Is John TernusWWDC 2026 rumors iPhone foldChatbot SiriSiri Design UpdateAirPod Pro 3Credits:Jonas · EditorMac  · Host, Producer & Show-art DesignerEli  · HostSupport Wonky by following us on Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, email us at [email protected] or get access to our content by visiting wonkypod.comPublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

We have made it to launch week of wonky, Lets give a little sneak peak to behind the curtain looking at the management, designs & and how we got to this point. A little late but happy Apple 50th, in this episode we look back at Apple's history and how much we know and rank the best product's.Callout:Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. patreon.com/WonkyfmLinks & Show Notes :Artemus II launchArtemus II Dashboard[YouTube] Apollo 17 launchThe Verge Apple ranking [Wayback] The Verge Apple rankingCredits:Jonas - Podcast Editor & Guest HostMac - Host, Producer, Social Media Editor & Show Art DesignerEli - HostSupport by following Wonky on Threads, Instagram, YouTubePublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

It's apple episode... again. We celebrate 3 years of functions before we dive into all the apple news, Did Mac get his iPhone too early, We welcome the Macbook Neo to the family (is it a competitor to Windows/Chromebook?) & introduce a new old segment? Callout:Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. patreon.com/WonkyfmLinks & Show Notes :iPhone 17eMacbook proiPad AirStudio Display XDR (The Intresting one)Macbook Neo (The chosen one)No Force TouchpadThe Macbook neo is cheaper that Airpods MaxIfixit - Apple claims that the Neo will be repareable[ Internet Archive ] Macbook Pro M5[ Internet Archive ] iPad Air M4[ Internet Archive ] Macbook Neo A18 pro[ Finder ] Studious[ Finder ] Bend[ YouTube ] What if the Apple TV has widgets?Credits:Jonas - Podcast EditorMac - Host, Producer, Social Media Editor & Show Art DesignerEli - HostSupport by following Wonky on Threads, Instagram, YouTubePublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

We made it to 2026! Just missed a month. Eli and Mac discuss the YouTube troubles & Tesla troubles, wonky has moved hosting provider (Patreon). Of course they discuss Apple news & the recent Creator studio.Callout:Patreon: All RSS feeds have been updated, But you show support by Clicking on the HyperlinkLinks & Show Notes :NuPhy keyboard Museum design - Instagram Apple Creator StudioiPhone 17e MacBook Pro touchscreen & OLEDLow Cost MacBookVideo podcastsUpcoming announcement (March 4)Credits:Jonas - Podcast EditorMac - Host, Producer, Social Media Editor & Show Art DesignerEli - HostSupport by following Wonky on Threads, Instagram, YouTubePublished by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

2025 is almost over. Before we say good bye to the year, its time to look back at the gear that we found useful, fun or even life changing. In what we are now calling “Essentials“. Oh and mac complains about Tahoe a little bit.Links & Show Notes :* Products* Fujifilm X-H2S* UGreen NAS* iFootage Cobra Mono-Pod* Neewer RGB62 Magnetic RGB Video Light* Tilta NP-W235 Battery Charger* Tesla Cluster Dash* Balolo Desk Shelf* DJI Mic 2* Dbrand 16e case* Sleeve note - Bonus & Unreleased* Apps * Zen* Parcel* Perplexity * Comet* iPhone Mirroring app - MacOS 26* Raycast * Transit* Monzo* Monitor+* Proton Authenticator* Carrot Weather* Mac’s Trying: Nuecast* Mac’s Trying: Habitastic* Mac’s Best Newcomer: Daylish* Mac’s Best App of the Year: Affinity* Media* Becca Farsace * Cam Shand * Matthew Encina* The Stock Pot * Monolake - Studio* White Louis Soundtrack* Dave - The Boy Who Played The Harp* May Gabriel - Thoughtlessness* Alien Earth - Disney+* Silo - Apple TV* Superman - HBO * House of Dynamite - Netflix* The Studio - Apple TV* The Pit - HBO* Peacemaker - HBO* Tulsa King - Paramount+* Severance - Apple TV* Apple In China* The Autobiography of Mobb Deep’s Prodigy* Games* New York Time Games* Ball X Pit* Jumpspace* ScreenshotsCredits:* Jonas - Podcast Editor* Mac - Host, Producer & Show Art Designer* Eli - HostShow your support by following Wonky on Threads, Instagram, YouTubePublished by Wonky Media Group 2025 (Wonky)Pssst* Heres an appThis is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonkyfm.substack.com