February 18, 2025

MacBreak Weekly 960: Backpack Week

2 hours 28 minutes

The MacBreak Weekly crew discusses the latest Apple rumors and news, including the impending iPhone SE release, a potential new M4 MacBook, and the brief integration of Netflix with Apple TV. The panel also debates Apple Intelligence's importance in the overall Apple ecosystem.

Rumors suggest Apple may soon release an updated iPhone SE, possibly called the iPhone 16E, with an A18 chip to support Apple Intelligence

Speculation about a redesigned iPhone 17 with a camera bar similar to Google Pixel phones

Apple's progress in Apple Intelligence and its potential impact on various aspects of the ecosystem.

The brief integration of Netflix with the Apple TV app, which was quickly pulled back, possibly due to ongoing negotiations or a planned rollout

A potential new 27-inch mini-LED backlit Studio Display and updates to the MacBook Air with an M4 chip.

China's efforts to hamper iPhone production in India by tightening control over key technologies and limiting engineer travel

TikTok is back on app stores after a letter from the US Attorney General, though the hosts question if the letter provides sufficient reassurance

Apple is finally letting users merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations

The panel's perspective on the iPad vs. Mac debate, inspired by Matt Gemmell's article detailing his switch back to the Mac after 8 years of iPad-only use

The NBA's updated Apple Vision Pro app features a 3D tabletop view, offering an immersive experience for fans

Apple Intelligence, a new Spatial showcase app, and an enhanced Guest mode are rumored to be coming to the Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update as soon as April

Picks of the Week:

Andy's Pick: Tom Bihn Synapse 25 Backpack

Jason's Pick: Bellroy Transit Workpack

Leo's Pick: TUMI Backpacks

Alex's Pick: Tactical 5.11 Rush24 Backpack

Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell

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