The concern that Apple Silicon will drop support for Thunderbolt 3 has been resolved, as Apple commits to supporting it –– and Intel announces more details of Thunderbolt 4, too. Yet even as that's been settled, there's now another question over whether Apple is looking to axe external GPUs instead.

In more certain and positive news, Apple is now allowing more independent companies to repair Macs, and other devices. There's more to it than there seems, but it looks as if we are all going to benefit from more and perhaps also more convenient repair firms.

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We're still gleaning details of macOS Big Sur and iOS 14 since WWDC, but there's also the on/off "iPhone 12" delay, the peculiar difficulty of replacing a Mac Pro's SSD, and the way your iPhone may replace all your printed ID.

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Our hosts run down many of the uncovered features of iOS, iPadOS, macOS and more since the WWDC keynote, what features and hardware were left out, and suggestions for those wanting to install the developer betas on their devices.

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• In-depth with Widgets, App Library, & more on the iOS 14 Home screen

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The rumored transition to Apple-made silicon for Mac was officially announced at this year’s WWDC. Big changes to the home screen and Messages in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 were announced, plus sleep tracking comes to watchOS 7. Digital keys added to CarPlay, AirPod Pro gets spatial audio, new privacy improvements for the App Store and Safari, HomeKit updates including secure video to your Apple TV, and macOS gets bumped to 11.0, named “Big Sur.” Learn about all the changes in this week’s special WWDC episode.

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• Apple unveils iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 with major home screen changes

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After accepting the new email app “Hey” into the App Store, Apple is now denying updates unless the developer adds an in-app subscription. Zoom backtracks and gives all users end-to-end encryption, leaked iMac icon found in an unreleased version of iOS 14, and our hosts list their feature wishlist for the next version of iPadOS.

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Popular podcast app Pocket Casts is removed from the App Store in China, upcoming features revealed in iOS 13.6, a redesigned iMac could debut at WWDC along with the rumored ARM Mac transition, and our hosts list their feature wishlist for the next macOS.

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• Apple reportedly removes podcast app in China at request of government

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Could Apple’s AR glasses make watching sports an interactive experience? We discuss the possibilities, along with iOS 14 feature rumors, bundling Apple’s services, a brief review of the Apple TV+ original “Defending Jacob”, and Tim Cook’s response to racism in the US.

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Quibi adds AirPlay support and HBO Max launches, Apple to reopen 100 US stores, battery health management comes to Mac, and we roundup some our favorite accessories, hubs, and bags.

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• Review: Moshi iongo 5K duo is the best portable charger for a night out

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Leaker Jon Prosser reveals the rumored ‘Apple Glass’ Augmented reality device, Andrew reviews the refreshed 13-inch MacBook Pro, and The Joe Rogan Experience announces an exclusive deal with Spotify.

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Apple Glass

• 'Apple Glass' details leaked, will cost $499 and work with prescriptions

iOS 13.5 and 13-inch MacBook Pro Review

• Apple releases iOS 12.4.7, iOS 13.5, iPadOS 13.5, tvOS 13.4.5 updates

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Wesley Hilliard comes on the podcast for the first time as our hosts discuss the “iPhone 12” leaks, “AirPods Studio” rumors, Wesley’s iPad-only workflow, and our hosts go through some of our most-used Shortcuts.

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• Wesley’s iPad Setup

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