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Episode 842: Your hot takes...

05.24.2023

On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it’s all about your hot takes! You have thoughts on the latest happenings in the world of Apple! Let’s hear what you have to say!

Macworld Podcast episodes:

05.24.2023 Episode 842: Your hot takes on the M3, fun Macs, subscription software, and more On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it’s all about your hot takes! You have thoughts on the latest happenings in the world of Apple! Let’s hear what you have to say!
05.17.2023 Episode 841: The changing face of watchOS at WWDC 2023 The countdown to Apple’s Developers Conference has begun, and reports say that it's time for major changes with watchOS 10. We talk about the new face of the Apple Watch in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
05.10.2023 Episode 840: What will Apple do with the Mac at WWDC 2023? After a tremendous couple of years, the Mac cycle has hit a lull--or you could say it is now eerily similar to the pre-M1 days of the Mac. But that could change starting at WWDC, with the possibility of some ...
05.03.2023 Episode 839: What to expect with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 at WWDC 2023 At WWDC, what will Apple introduce with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17? Maybe a bit more than we expected! We talk about the possibilities on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
04.26.2023 Episode 838: Apple's Reality headset approaches reality In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the latest rumblings about Apple's new platform: how it will be powered, what software it will run, and if it could possibly blow us away.
04.19.2023 Episode 837: What is going on with Apple silicon? A16, A17, M1, M2, M3...just what is going on with Apple silicon? In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’ll talk about the state of Apple’s chips, Where they are now, what’s in store, and how it will affect you ...
04.12.2023 Episode 836: Apple products that we want more than the headset With WWDC a few weeks away, the chatter about the company’s headset is getting louder. But the reality is, Apple has other products in the pipeline--products that are more exciting. We talk about these products in this episode of the ...
04.05.2023 Episode 835: WWDC 2023 is set for June 5 Apple has announced the dates for this year’s developer’s conference, but is Apple having second thoughts about the big headliner? We’re talking about WWDC and the start of Apple’s new reality in this episode of the Macworld Podcast! Stick around!
03.29.2023 Episode 834: Why the latest iOS 16 and macOS Ventura updates are important In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we dive into the latest updates to Apple's operating systems, iOS 16 and macOS Ventura. And we’ll also talk about the new Apple Pay Later program and Apple Music Classical. That’s all in ...
03.22.2023 Episode 833: What can ChatGPT do for Apple, the iPhone, and the Mac? Are you ready to explore the limitless possibilities of artificial intelligence and tech innovation? Today's topic is all about ChatGPT and how Apple could take advantage of its amazing capabilities. Note: OpenAI ChatGPT and Google Bard are mentioned in this ...
03.15.2023 Episode 832: Tuning in to 'Ted Lasso' and Apple TV The third and possibly final season of Ted Lasso is here so we thought this would be a good time to check in with our thoughts on AppleTV+. Is Apple doing enough to keep up with the competition? That’s on ...
03.08.2023 Episode 831: Your hot takes on the yellow iPhone, Clean Energy Charging, upcoming new Macs On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it’s all about your hot takes! You have strong opinions on the latest happenings in the world of Apple! Let’s hear what you have to say,
03.01.2023 Episode 830: Rumors about the iPhone 15 Ultra, iPhone SE, and more It may be cold in the U.S. and the U.K., but that’s not stopping the iPhone rumors from heating up! We have a flurry of iPhone speculation and we talk about it all on this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
02.22.2023 Episode 829: Sounding off about the new HomePod Just when you thought it was dead, the HomePod is back! And we have HomePod 2.0 in the house! We’re talking HomePod in this episode of the Macworld Podcast! Stay tuned!
02.15.2023 Episode 828: Critical OS updates available now, MacBook Air available in April Apple could release the new, bigger MacBook Air this April. What’s new with this laptop, and what does it mean for the MacBook lineup? Also, we talk about the newest updates to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.
02.08.2023 Episode 827: Will Mac gaming ever catch on? The Mac has a long and storied history, but video games play a very small role. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we discuss the state of Mac gaming.
02.01.2023 Episode 826: Rumors are running wild! The rumor mill is churning out speculation about just about every product in Apple’s lineup, so we thought we’d go over some of them on the show.
01.25.2023 Episode 825: Why you should buy the new Mac mini or MacBook Pro Apple’s new M2 Pro is here and we’ve had our hands on it. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the new chip, our experiences with the new Macs, and whether you should run out and buy ...
01.18.2023 Episode 824: What's the big deal with the new Mac mini, MacBook Pros, and HomePod In the recent history of Apple, January is often a quiet month for product releases. But not this year! We’ve got new MacBook Pros, new Mac minis, and new M2 chips, and we’re talking about them all on this episode ...
01.11.2023 Episode 823: 2023 is the year of Apple Reality What should we expect from Apple in 2023? Well, based on recent reports, it’s going to be all about Apple’s venture into AR, VR, a headset, and an operating system to make it all work. The future is near, and ...
01.04.2023 Episode 822: Apple, make our hopes and dreams come true! The new year is often used as a gateway for change. And while Apple does plenty of things right, we’re hoping that Apple takes this cue and introduces some much-needed changes. The Macworld staff talks about a few things that ...
12.21.2022 Episode 821: The best and worst Apple moments of 2022 A lot happened with Apple this past year, obviously. But some things resonated more than others, and to end the year, we chat about some of those moments, the ones that really made an impression on us, good or bad.
12.14.2022 Episode 820: What to expect in Apple's 2023: AR/VR headset, Mac Pro, USB-C iPhones and more 2023 for Apple promises to be a big year. Will the Mac Pro offer big performance? Will we see a super-sized iPad Pro? And how much bigger are the iPhone prices going to get? It’s our look ahead at what ...
12.07.2022 Episode 819: Apple 2022 year in review In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’ll go over some of the highlights and lowlights for Apple in 2022.
11.30.2022 Episode 818: iPhone chargers, cables, Siri, and 'Apple sucks' This episode is all about Macworld reader and listener hot takes. You have thoughts on Apple happenings and we’re going to share and respond to what you wrote.
11.16.2022 Episode 817: Black Friday shopping tips for Apple products Black Friday is coming, and in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we'll talk about how to get the best deals on Apple products, how to avoid getting ripped off, and what you need to look out for so you ...
11.09.2022 Episode 816: Oops! All iPads! Apple’s iPad lineup is set for the 2022 holiday shopping season, and one thing is certain: There are a lot of models to choose from. We’re talking about the state of the iPad in this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
11.02.2022 Episode 815: No new Macs until 2023, iPhone and iPad rumors, and your hot takes On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it’s all about your hot takes! You have thoughts on the latest Apple rumors! Let’s hear what you have to say!
10.26.2022 Episode 814: iOS 16.1 update arrives, macOS Ventura, and Apple services price hikes iOS and iPadOS 16.1 are here, along with macOS Ventura. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about these new OS updates, and we also talk about the price hikes for Apple’s subscription services. Stay tuned!
10.19.2022 Episode 813: New iPad, M2 iPad Pro, and Apple TV are here! The M2 rollout is on the move again with the introduction of the new iPad Pro. Apple also updated the regular iPad and the Apple TV! We talk about the new releases on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
10.11.2022 Episode 812: Is USB-C the right port for Apple devices? The Lightning era on the iPhone is coming to an end, but is its replacement a better option? We’re talking about USB-C and Apple’s future with the connector in this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
10.05.2022 Episode 811: What’s cool about the AirPods Pro and Apple Watch Series 8 Apple’s new AirPods Pro have arrived! If you’re in the market for new earbuds, are they worthy of your consideration? We also take a close look at the new Apple Watch Series 8 in this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
09.27.2022 Episode 810: What does Apple have in store for the rest of 2022 There are less than 100 days left in 2022—what can Apple release in this brief period of time? We talk about what we expect to see for the rest of the year on this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
09.21.2022 Episode 809: The significance of the iPhone 14 The start of a new iPhone generation is upon us with the release of the iPhone 14. And these iPhones may be the most important models for Apple in recent history. We’ve got the new iPhone and we talk about ...
09.14.2022 Episode 808: iOS 16 is here! The latest major revision to the iPhone operating system is here! In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it’s all about iOS 16: the new features you can use now, the new features you have to wait for, should you ...
09.08.2022 Episode 807: Apple Watch Ultra, iPhone 14, AirPods Pro, and more thoughts Apple’s Far Out event was big: Big on product announcements and big on innovations. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we give our two cents on the Apple Watch Ultra, the iPhone 14, the AirPods Pro and whatever else ...
09.08.2022 Episode 807: Apple Watch Ultra, iPhone 14, AirPods Pro, and more In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we give our two cents on the Apple Watch Ultra, the iPhone 14, the AirPods Pro, and whatever else happened at the Far Out event.
08.31.2022 Episode 806: ‘Far Out’ September 7 Apple event preview Apple’s big “Far Out” event is coming! What can we expect to see? We know we’ll see the iPhone 14, but what else? New Apple Watches? How about an update to the AirPods Pro? We talk about the upcoming Far ...
08.24.2022 Episode 805: The iPhone 14 and what to expect The end of summer is approaching, and you know what that means: iPhone season is upon us! What does the rumor mill say about the upcoming iPhone 14? Find out in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
08.17.2022 Episode 804: Reader hot takes about the MacBook Air, folding iPhones, Lightning, and more On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it’s all about your hot takes! You have thoughts on the MacBook Air, the A16 processor in the next iPhone, folding iPhones, and more. Let’s hear what you have to say!
08.09.2022 Episode 803: Can Apple raise its smart home IQ? Is a smart home revolution in the works at Apple? On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about Apple’s efforts in the smart home market and what we could see from the company in the near future. Stick ...
08.03.2022 Episode 791 encore: The state of Siri Due to a scheduling conflict, we were unable to record a new episode of the Macworld Podcast this week. So we're offering an encore presentation of a podcast we did last May, discussing the state of Siri. We will be ...
07.27.2022 Episode 802: The future of the Apple Watch The rumor mill is churning out some big possibilities for the Apple Watch. On top of what’s coming in watchOS 9, we could see the biggest change to the Apple Watch lineup in its seven years of existence. We talk ...
07.20.2022 Episode 801: Preview of iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura Apple will release its operating system updates this fall, but why wait until then? We’ve got our hands on iOS 16, macOS Ventura, and iPadOS 16, and we talk about what we love and hate in the new operating systems ...
07.14.2022 Episode 800: Is the M2 MacBook Air worth the money? Apple has done a major update to its popular MacBook Air laptop, and we got our hands on one. Is the MacBook Air reaching new heights? Or does it leave us yearning for the old Air?
06.29.2022 Episode 799: Your hot takes on the MacBook Pro and USB-C On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, it’s all about your hot takes! You have thoughts on the MacBook Pro and USB-C, and we respond to your thoughts on the show!
06.22.2022 Episode 798: 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro review Apple’s latest laptop is here, and there’s a lot to be excited about—or is there? The new meets the old in the new 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro, the topic of our discussion in this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
06.13.2022 Episode 797: What was missing from the Apple's WWDC 2022 keynote? On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the stuff Apple didn’t highlight at WWDC: Apple TV, HomePod, Apple Arcade, and more.
06.08.2022 Episode 796: iOS and iPadOS 16, CarPlay, new Macs and macOS Ventura, and more Apple opened a treasure trove of new features and products at its WWDC keynote. We cover iOS and iPadOS 16, the new Mac stuff, CarPlay, Apple Watch and more in this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
06.01.2022 Episode 795: What will happen at WWDC 2022? Reports say that Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference should have some grand announcements, but which ones do we think will become a reality next week? We talk about our hopes, fears, and more on the Macworld Podcast.

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Macworld Podcast episodes:

Episode 842: Your hot takes on the M3, fun Macs, subscription software, and more

Episode 841: The changing face of watchOS at WWDC 2023

Episode 840: What will Apple do with the Mac at WWDC 2023?

Episode 839: What to expect with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 at WWDC 2023

Episode 838: Apple's Reality headset approaches reality

Episode 837: What is going on with Apple silicon?

Episode 836: Apple products that we want more than the headset

Episode 835: WWDC 2023 is set for June 5

Episode 834: Why the latest iOS 16 and macOS Ventura updates are important

Episode 833: What can ChatGPT do for Apple, the iPhone, and the Mac?

Episode 832: Tuning in to 'Ted Lasso' and Apple TV

Episode 831: Your hot takes on the yellow iPhone, Clean Energy Charging, upcoming new Macs

Episode 830: Rumors about the iPhone 15 Ultra, iPhone SE, and more

Episode 829: Sounding off about the new HomePod

Episode 828: Critical OS updates available now, MacBook Air available in April

Episode 827: Will Mac gaming ever catch on?

Episode 826: Rumors are running wild!

Episode 825: Why you should buy the new Mac mini or MacBook Pro

Episode 824: What's the big deal with the new Mac mini, MacBook Pros, and HomePod

Episode 823: 2023 is the year of Apple Reality

Episode 822: Apple, make our hopes and dreams come true!

Episode 821: The best and worst Apple moments of 2022

Episode 820: What to expect in Apple's 2023: AR/VR headset, Mac Pro, USB-C iPhones and more

Episode 819: Apple 2022 year in review

Episode 818: iPhone chargers, cables, Siri, and 'Apple sucks'

Episode 817: Black Friday shopping tips for Apple products

Episode 816: Oops! All iPads!

Episode 815: No new Macs until 2023, iPhone and iPad rumors, and your hot takes

Episode 814: iOS 16.1 update arrives, macOS Ventura, and Apple services price hikes

Episode 813: New iPad, M2 iPad Pro, and Apple TV are here!

Episode 812: Is USB-C the right port for Apple devices?

Episode 811: What’s cool about the AirPods Pro and Apple Watch Series 8

Episode 810: What does Apple have in store for the rest of 2022

Episode 809: The significance of the iPhone 14

Episode 808: iOS 16 is here!

Episode 807: Apple Watch Ultra, iPhone 14, AirPods Pro, and more thoughts

Episode 807: Apple Watch Ultra, iPhone 14, AirPods Pro, and more

Episode 806: ‘Far Out’ September 7 Apple event preview

Episode 805: The iPhone 14 and what to expect

Episode 804: Reader hot takes about the MacBook Air, folding iPhones, Lightning, and more

Episode 803: Can Apple raise its smart home IQ?

Episode 791 encore: The state of Siri

Episode 802: The future of the Apple Watch

Episode 801: Preview of iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura

Episode 800: Is the M2 MacBook Air worth the money?

Episode 799: Your hot takes on the MacBook Pro and USB-C

Episode 798: 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro review

Episode 797: What was missing from the Apple's WWDC 2022 keynote?

Episode 796: iOS and iPadOS 16, CarPlay, new Macs and macOS Ventura, and more

Episode 795: What will happen at WWDC 2022?