Episode 406: Ear Tips, iPad, MacBook Pro

This week, Dave and I talk about the new AirPod Pro ear tips and whether the fit is better than the last generation. We also talk about Apple's newest product releases, including the M5 iPad Pro and the M5 MacBook Pro. Then we talk about Vision Pro and the rebranding of Apple TV+. Show Notes: M5 MacBook Pro M5 iPad Pro Apple Vision Pro upgraded with the M5 chip and Dual Knit Band No Vision Pro trade in for early adopters Apple TV Subtracts the + in a Quiet Rebrand NBA broadcasting some Laker games in Vision Pro Immersive Video Shows and movies we’re watching Nobody 2 Mr. Scorcese, Apple TV Superman, HBO Kiki’s Delivery Service, HBO

Dave and I chat this week about a reader comment we received on the recent episode about AI. With the new iPhone release, we discuss the advantages of iCloud for users. There are some rumors swirling around Apple’s CEO succession plan and who might be stepping up to the plate. CleanMyMac: Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at clnmy.com/TheDalrympleReport Show Notes: Great Mariners story Listener comment Five Perks for iPhone Users Who Pay for iCloud Storage Two new things in iOS 26.1 Beta 2 New TAG Heuer Smartwatches Now ‘Made for iPhone’ Apple’s next CEO Shows and movies we’re watching The Girlfriend, Amazon Prime Alien Earth, Hulu

I've had my new AirPods Pro 3 for a couple of weeks,so Dave and I talk about the sound quality and the quality of the new noise cancellation. Apple announced the artist that will play the Super Bowl halftime show and there is a bit of controversy with its choice. There are rumors of Apple announcing five new products, all due to be released in October—we take a look at each of them. Show Notes: AirPods Pro 3 Music Producer review Bad Bunny confirmed as Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show performer AirPods Pro 3 Teardown: Still a Tragedy Apple will launch 5+ new products in October, here’s what’s coming Apple Shelves Vision Headset Revamp to Prioritize Meta-Like AI Glasses Shows and movies we’re watching A Nearly Normal Family, Netflix Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost, Apple TV+ Apple TV drops Mr. Scorsese trailer, Apple TV+

Apple's recently announced products have begun to arrive. I recieved my new AirPods Pro last week, so Dave and I talk about the new noise cancellation and if there is any difference in the sound. We also look at the new AirPod tip sizes and if those make any difference. Dave tells us about a phone call he had with Apple Support that he didn't like very much. Brought to you by: OpenCase: A remarkable new iPhone case with an open space in the back so you can use a variety of accessories like a wallet and more. Go to https://theopencase.com/ to get 10 off. Show Notes: The new Apple shiny have arrived Shows and movies we’re watching Gracepoint, Peacock America’s Team, Netflix Pantheon, Netflix

Dave got a chance to try out the translation feature on iOS this week. It's an app I've used many times during my travels to other countries. Apple did well again in this yeqar's Emmy Awards, and we talk about my favorite new product, the AirPods Pro. Brought to you by: Private Internet Access: Go to https://www.piavpn.com/dalrymple to get 83% off Private Internet Access with 4 months free! Show Notes: Apple and the Emmys The back of Britt Lower’s acceptance speec Some Tahoe new shiny Your Mac Can Auto-Join an iPhone Hotspot in macOS Tahoe New Recovery Assistant AirPods Pro 3 First Look AirPods Pro 3 Use Acoustic Seal Test for Optimizing Sound Quality and ANC iOS 26 can notify you when your AirPods case is running out of battery Shows and movies we’re watching Hostage, Netflix ER, 30 YEARS later

It was Apple's annual iPhone event this week where the company unvieled new AirPods Pro, Apple Watches, and a new line of iPhones. Dave and I talk about the product and give our thoughts on each one of them. Brought to you by: LinkedIn Jobs: Post your job for free at https://linkedin.com/dalrymple to post your job for free. Terms and conditions apply. CleanMyMac: Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at clnmy.com/TheDalrympleReport Show Notes: Design Is How It Works AirPods Pro 3 Apple Watch Series 11 Apple Watch Ultra 3 iPhone 17 iPhone Air iPhone 17 Pro Shows and movies we’re watching 1923, Paramount+ Godless, Netflix

Apple has announced its September iPhone event. Dave and I talk about all of the products we expect to see and which ones we'd buy. Meta is using a lot of books to train its AI dataset, but it doesn't have permission to use them all. It seems the company is using books, including 15 that Dave wrote, without permission. Android is taking a page from Apple's app playbook and will soon require all apps to be registered by verified developers. Show Notes: Meta’s AI dataset Apple Event Announced for September 9: ‘Awe Dropping’ Five Things to Expect From Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ September 9 Event Android will require all apps to be registered by verified developers Shows and movies we’re watching Yellowstone, Peacock Kpop Demon Hunters, Netflix Rewatch of The Last of Us, HBO

This week, Dave and I discuss the value of getting a new, but previous generation of MacBook instead of a brand new one. We also talk about Steve Wosniak and his views on wealth. Samsung is gaining market share from Apple in the U.S.—could this have anything to do with foldable phones? Brought to you by: CleanMyMac: Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at clnmy.com/TheDalrympleReport Show Notes: The 15″ M3 MacBook Air is on sale for $1199 Woz Highest-grossing sports film of all time Morgan Stanley says Apple stock could be ‘turning the corner’ Samsung taking market share from Apple in U.S. as foldable phones gain momentum Apple Wallet app just made Amazon returns easy Shows and movies we’re watching Patience, PBS Superman Black Doves, Netflix

We've heard about Apple looking at releasing an AI robot in the past. The rumors are back and they also include Apple's foray into home security and smart displays. Apple's rumored revamped Siri will supposedly allow users to take action within an app using only Siri voice commands. MacRumors has a list of Apple's upcoming products that Dave and I talk about. Brought to you by: Private Internet Access: Go to https://www.piavpn.com/dalrymple to get 83% off Private Internet Access with 4 months free! LinkedIn Jobs: Post your job for free at https://linkedin.com/dalrymple to post your job for free. Terms and conditions apply. Show Notes: Apple Plots Expansion Into AI Robots, Home Security and Smart Displays Apple Testing Revamped Siri With Apps Like Uber and YouTube Leaks: Apple’s coming products Apple Reportedly Planning to Offer In-Store iPad Repairs Amazon announces same day groceries, free for prime members Shows and movies we’re watching Dope Thief, Apple TV+ Titans: The Rise of Hollywood, Netflix Sunday Best, Netflix, Ed Sullivan documentary

Dave's Apple Pencil died, so he replaced it with a new one. He gives us his thoughts on using it. Apple has committed more money to the U.S. as they partner with Corning to make glass for iPhone and Apple Watch in this country. ESPN is launching a new streaming service, but Dave and I are having trouble understanding how it's going to work for them. Show Notes: Apple increases U.S. commitment to $600 billion, announces American Manufacturing Program Apple and Corning partner to manufacture 100 percent of iPhone and Apple Watch cover glass in Kentucky Apple’s new $100B US commitment got it a 100% chip tariff exemption Apple chipmaker TSMC says it too is exempt from US tariffs ESPN flagship streaming service to launch August 21 Shows and movies we’re watching The One that Got Away, Acorn TV HBO gets some BritBox