Dolly Parton, Apple Podcasts, Apple TV, IKEA & Matter, a funny post, iPhone Pocket, Soccer, Alan Dye & Zuck & Meta.

Dolly Parton joins Threads. 

Dolly Parton (@dollyparton) on Threads

Apple Podcasts gets new features. 

iOS 26.2 Adds Three New Features to Podcasts App — MacRumors

Apple TV’s new brand stinger was built with glass and captured in-camera.

Andreas Storm (@dreasstorm) on Threads

IKEA launches new smart home range with 21 Matter-compatible products.

IKEA launches new smart home range with 21 Matter-compatible products – IKEA Global

A funny Threads post.

https://www.threads.com/@carlas/post/DQz-PRLEjTw?xmt=AQF0vU3BsTVBb4MbIdTmLTTt6FEnNR42A3CXKtQ_qpFO02N8Il78gBs4DNnlRMBEVrsK4N1j&slof=1

The limited edition iPhone Pocket. 

Introducing iPhone Pocket: a beautiful way to wear and carry iPhone

MLS becomes part of Apple TV with no extra fee.

MLS, Apple scrap MLS Season Pass, games to be available to all Apple TV subs in 2026

Zuck announces that he’s hired Alan Dye away from Apple to work at Meta. 

Mark Zuckerberg (@zuck) on Threads

I’m sorry Mrs. Jackson. 

Apple announces departure of two more top executives

Gruber skewers Alan Dye. 

Bad Dye Job