Apple security and the FBI, ‘Pro Mode’ for Macs

This week Benjamin and Zac discuss the iPhone XS Smart Battery Case repair program, the new Sensei app for Mac, Apple's AI startup acquisition, the new Apple security battle with the FBI, racked mounted Mac Pro launch, a new 'Pro Mode' coming to Macs, and the latest Apple TV+ developments.

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Stories we discuss in this episode:

Apple accepting donations to aid Australian bushfire relief

Are you having problems charging with iPhone XS or XR Smart Battery Case? Apple opens replacement program for affected units

Sensei app for Mac launches with SSD trim, battery health, storage management features, more

Apple acquires low-power AI startup behind Wyze on-device person detection for $200M

FBI again asking Apple to unlock two iPhones belonging to suspected shooter

The FBI wants Apple to break encryption for iPhone models that third-party companies can already unlock

Report: The FBI recently unlocked an iPhone 11 Pro with GrayKey, raising more doubts about the Pensacola case

Apple's rack-mountable Mac Pro is now available for purchase for $6499

Back to the Mac 015: my Mac Pro setup and upgrades

Pro Display XDR top features — amazing build quality and stunning view

macOS beta hints at future 'Pro Mode' to boost performance on portable Macs

Oprah cancels Apple TV+ documentary on sexual assault in the music industry, only one month after Apple announced it

Apple TV+ takes home its first awards win, as Billy Crudup named Best Supporting Actor at the Critics Choice Awards

Apple TV+ seals multi-year content deal with 'Little America' co-creator

'Beastie Boys Story' doc from Spike Jonze coming to Apple TV+ in April after IMAX debut

Apple TV+ originals ‘Home’ and ‘Central Park’ debuting at SXSW in March

Apple TV+ planning first theatrical movie release with ‘The Banker’ after delay over controversy

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