The iMore show

Team iMore are joined by Daniel Bader of Android Central to talk about the technology behind contract tracing, debunking absurd 5G conspiracy theories, and the iPhone SE vs. budget Android phones.

The gang also cover the nuggets of information gleaned from Apple's recent earnings call. Plus, Tim Cook has outlined plans to begins re-opening some Apple Store locations.

Show Notes and Links:

• Contact tracing: A guide to one possible pandemic solution | iMore
• Moto G Power vs. iPhone SE (2020): Which should you buy? | iMore
• Interview: We sat down with two 5G experts to debunk recent conspiracies | iMore
• Apple Earnings Call Transcripts: Apple CEO Tim Cook on the company's 2020 Q2 earnings | iMore
• Apple Card customers may soon be able to finance more than an iPhone | iMore
• Tim Cook says Apple Stores in Austria and Australia will reopen next week | iMore
• Apple didn't release any Q3 earnings guidance, but did give us some hints | iMore

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Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Joe Keller
• Georgia Dow

Jon Prosser started making videos for his YouTube channel, Front Page Tech, eight years ago. He joins the iMore show this week to share his experiences analyzing tech news, the stress of disseminating leaks, and earning the trust of viewers. The gang also talk about the amazing value of iPhone SE.

Show Notes and Links:

• FRONT PAGE TECH - YouTube
• AR, WWDC, sources, lawyers: Here's everything Jon Prosser revealed in his Twitter Q&A | iMore
• iPhone SE (2020) review: A lot of iPhone for a little bit o' money | iMore

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Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Joe Keller
• Georgia Dow
• Rene Ritchie

Special guest Mikah Sargent of TWiT.TV joins us this week to talk about iPhone SE! We also drool over the new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro and check out the alleged design of iPhone 12 Pro Max.

Finally, we say farewell to Rene as a co-host of iMore show. He's gone indie with his own YouTube channel and podcast. But fear not, true believers! He'll be back as a guest from time to time. And, of course, you can catch his videos several times a week. Thank you so much, Rene. We all love you!

Show Notes and Links:

• The new iPhone SE (2020) is here! | iMore
• The Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro is now up for order with delivery next week | iMore
• The new iPhone 12 Pro Max design has been leaked! | iMore
• Apple drops the price of AppleCare+ for the iPhone SE (2020) to just $79 | iMore
• Apple is now redirecting (PRODUCT)RED purchases to COVID‑19 relief fund | iMore
• The new iPhone SE has 3GB of RAM and an 1821 mAH battery | iMore
• Logitech's Magic Keyboard alternative for the iPad is now available | iMore
• Mikah Sargent (@mikahsargent) / Twitter
• Rene Ritchie - YouTube

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• Thrifter.com: All the best deals from Amazon, Best Buy, and more, fussily curated and constantly updated.

Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Joe Keller
• Georgia Dow
• Rene Ritchie

Apple is giving us all the feels this week. They're partnering with Google to help track COVID-19 infections. And as they remind us that 'creativity goes on', there's new learning resources with Today at Apple at Home, and some free shows to watch on TV+.

The rumor mill continues to churn with an alleged iPhone 12 Home Screen redesign, and new headphones.

Show Notes and Links:

• Apple reminds us all that 'creativity goes on' in new YouTube video | iMore
• Today at Apple - Today at Apple at Home - Apple
• Support and Service - Jobs at Apple
• Apple and Google announce partnership to help track COVID-19 infections | iMore
• Ever wondered what the pets of Apple Support team members look like? | iMore
• Jon Prosser: Apple launching new over-ear headphones, AirPods, phasing out Beats | iMore
• Apple is making some Apple TV+ series available for free for a limited time | iMore
• Apple donates $10 million to 'One World: Together at Home' benefit event | iMore
• Art of Autism: Created on iPad Part II is now showing | iMore
• New iPhone 12 Home Screen... - YouTube

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• Thrifter.com: All the best deals from Amazon, Best Buy, and more, fussily curated and constantly updated.

Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Joe Keller
• Georgia Dow
• Rene Ritchie

At what point does a rumor become a leak? When an unannounced product is (unintentionally) mentioned on Apple's own web site? That's what happened this week with the new iPhone and the long-awaited AirTags. The gang digs into what we can expect from these new goodies.

They also share some apps that are relevant to National Autism Acceptance Month, and Apple's purchase of Dark Sky.

Show Notes and Links:

• iPhone SE rumors
• AirTags rumors
• National Autism Acceptance Month
• Apple buys Dark Sky

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• Thrifter.com: All the best deals from Amazon, Best Buy, and more, fussily curated and constantly updated.

Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Joe Keller
• Georgia Dow
• Rene Ritchie

COVID-19 remains top-of-mind in the tech industry. The crew talk about Apple's actions to help reduce spread of the virus along with their efforts to offer educational and creative resources to their users.

iPadOS 13.4 is here with mouse and trackpad support. This new way of interacting with iPad makes it even more capable than ever. Speaking of iPad, they also chat about the FUD and FOMO behind the new models and the A12Z Bionic processor.

Show Notes and Links:

• Apple announces new COVID-19 app and website | iMore
• Tim Cook announces Apple is donating 10 million masks to fight COVID-19 | iMore
• Apple releases new videos to help educators teach students from home | iMore
• Apple plans to begin reopening its retail stores in the first half of April | iMore
• How to use a mouse or trackpad with your iPhone or iPad | iMore
• Medical Supplies | NOMAD®
• The 2020 iPad's A12Z Bionic might just be an A12X with an enabled GPU | iMore
• Quinn Nelson on Twitter: "I see a lot of people getting irrationally frustrated that the A12Z is just an A12X with an extra GPU core unlocked. This might seem weird those who don't know how manufacturing ICs works, but Apple is doing what literally every silicon manufacturer does. Lemme explain:" / Twitter
• You can now buy an app once and use it on all of your Apple devices | iMore
• Apple extends Final Cut Pro X and offers Logic Pro X free for 90 days | iMore
• Lake Coloring drops it's yearly subscription by 80% | iMore
• Coronavirus forces several new movies to release early as digital rentals, watch them now | iMore

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• Thrifter.com: All the best deals from Amazon, Best Buy, and more, fussily curated and constantly updated.

Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Rene Ritchie
• Georgia Dow

It's party time! After months of rumor and speculation, Apple has released new MacBook Air and iPad Pro models. The gang are joined by returning guests Joe Keller and Vyyyper to talk about the new goodies and help you decide which devices might be right for you.

Show Notes and Links:

• MacBook Air 2020: Everything you need to know | iMore
• iPad Pro (2020): Everything you need to know | iMore

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Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Rene Ritchie
• Georgia Dow

Apple has announced WWDC 2020 as an online-only event. The band of usual suspects are joined once again by Joe Keller as they dig into a leaked and reverse engineered build of iOS 14. It's impossible to say what will ultimately make the cut, but this internal development version contains new features like full cursor support for iPad, a fitness app, increased Siri support, and much more.

We round out the episode with some tips for working from home!

Show Notes and Links:

• WWDC 2020 announced
• Apple says you actually CAN clean your iPhone with disinfectant wipes
• iOS 14 early build leaks
• True cursor support for iPad, Fitness app, customizable Siri voice for third-party apps, HomeKit video facial recognition and Night Mode, Accessibility improvements, third-party wallpaper support, Home page list views

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• Rene Ritchie
• Georgia Dow

COVID-19 is having a massive effect on the tech industry as companies deal with delayed component availability, missed revenue targets, and canceled trade shows. Focus is shifting to Apple and the possibility that this summer's WWDC could be canceled. What's the fear vs. reality of the situation?

How close is Apple coming to releasing a MacBook based on an ARM processor of their own design? Rumors are suggesting it could be as soon as 2021.

Last up, wireless OS recovery may be coming to iOS sooner than later. It paves the way for a future with portless phones, but also enables an iOS device to be recovered without the use of a computer.

Show Notes and Links:

• Will there be a WWDC in light of COVID-19
• 2021 MacBook may come with Apple-designed processor
• A trackpad for iPad?
• OS Recovery possibly coming to iOS

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Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Rene Ritchie
• Georgia Dow

The gang are joined this week by YouTuber and the Man About Tech himself: Vyyyper! They discuss Apple's note to investors about Q2 guidance due to COVID-19, and what products may be coming or delayed in a possible March event. Are new iPads, AirTags, and a new iPhone on the way soon or not?

The world lost a brilliant computer scientist this week, Larry Tesler. Tesler invented cut-and-paste and also worked for a number of years at Apple.

Show Notes and Links:

• Vyyyper - The Man About Tech - YouTube
• VypLive - YouTube
• Apple's note to investors about Q2 20 guidance
• Will a March event happen March 31?
• MWC has been canceled, companies are pulling out of GDC. What might COVID-19 mean for 2020 tech conferences?
• Larry Tesler, inventor of cut-and-paste, and Apple scientist passed away
• AirPods Pro 'Lite'? Or just AirPods 3
• We may see those AirTags soon

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• Indeed: Indeed gives you the smart tools to make hiring decisions quickly, and to be confident that you’re making the right hire for your team. Post your job today at indeed.com/imore and get a free sponsored job upgrade on your first posting. Terms, conditions and exclusions apply. Offer valid through March 31, 2020.
• Netgear: If you are ready for Netgear’s best WiFi ever, you can get it today from NETGEAR and never worry about WiFi again. Check out Orbi WiFi 6 at your local Best Buy or at netgear.com/bestwifi

Hosts:

• Lory Gil
• Rene Ritchie
• Georgia Dow