The Apple Watch is getting its first major revamp to its operating system this fall. And can FaceTime spur Apple TV hardware sales? This, plus the fundamental change coming to all of Apple’s operating systems, all in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!

This is episode 847 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.

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• Apple rethinks the Apple Watch with watchOS 10 update 
• You can now take FaceTime calls on your Apple TV 4K 
• How Apple’s upcoming widget revolution will change our screens forever 

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Apple TV, Apple Watch

Apple revealed iOS 17 at WWDC, and it looks like it’s more than a maintenance release. We talk about the features of iOS 17 that caught our eye, in this episode of the Macworld Podcast.

This is episode 846 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.

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• iOS 17: These five new features make us eager to upgrade 
• A bunch of great iOS 17 features didn’t make the WWDC keynote 
• The best new iOS 17 feature is a toggle
• iOS 17 Developer Beta made available to all

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iOS

The Mac takes center stage on this week’s episode of the Macworld Podcast! We have a new 15-inch MacBook Air, a new Mac Studio, the unveiling of macOS Sonoma, and more!

This is episode 845 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.

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• 15-inch MacBook Air review: Apple’s best laptop, but bigger 
• Mac Studio (M2 Max) review: Re-filling the need for speed 
• macOS 14 Sonoma brings desktop widgets, more private Private browsing to the Mac

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Mac, MacOS

Apple’s mixed reality headset is now official, and it is definitely something to behold. We talk about the Apple Vision Pro in this episode of the Macworld Podcast–what it is, the tech behind it, what it will cost, and why would you want one in the first place!

This is episode 844 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.

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• Apple’s Vision Pro experience is so thrilling, I didn’t want to leave
• Apple Vision Pro: Apple’s big bet on a brand-new platform starts at $3,499
• Apple Vision Pro product guide
• Vision Pro and everything else Apple announced during the WWDC keynote

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Apple, Virtual Reality

The biggest Apple event of the year is a few days away! So in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we preview what’s in store at WWDC! Operating system updates, Apple watch enhancements, new Macs, a new way to see reality, and more on the show! Stay tuned!

This is episode 843 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola. 

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This episode is a summary of what we think could happen at WWDC. Before this episode, we dedicated shows that discuss in greater detail each platform. If you’re interested in listening to any of those shows, here are the links.

• Episode 838: Apple’s headset approaches reality
• Episode 839: What to expect with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 at WWDC 2023
• Episode 840: The changing face of watchOS
• What you need to know about WWDC
• How to watch Apple’s WWDC 2023 keynote live

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Apple, Apple Watch, iOS, iPad, MacOS, Virtual Reality

The biggest Apple event of the year is a few days away! So in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we preview what’s in store at WWDC! Operating system updates, Apple watch enhancements, new Macs, a new way to see reality, and more on the show! Stay tuned!

This is episode 843 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola. 

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This episode is a summary of what we think could happen at WWDC. Before this episode, we dedicated shows that discuss in greater detail each platform. If you’re interested in listening to any of those shows, here are the links.

• Episode 838: Apple’s headset approaches reality
• Episode 839: What to expect with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 at WWDC 2023
• Episode 840: The changing face of watchOS
• What you need to know about WWDC
• How to watch Apple’s WWDC 2023 keynote live

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Apple, Apple Watch, iOS, iPad, MacOS, Virtual Reality

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! All of the comments mentioned in the show can be seen below. 

This is episode 842 with Karen Haslam, David Price, and Roman Loyola.

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Mac comeback powered by the M3 

A report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says that Apple is testing its upcoming M3 chip, with the possibility of it being used in new Macs by the end of this year or early next. That report generated a few interesting reactions. 

Hopefully they put it in an iMac and make the iMac more than just a Mac mini with a really good screen again. iMac always had a good screen but was also more powerful than the Mac mini, they’ve really dropped the appeal of the iMac which has always been my favorite.

— ShadewHawk (@ShadewHawk) May 16, 2023

And if a decently tricked-out model costs nearly $5K, that sure wont spur significantly increased sales

— BMWTwisty (@BMWTwisty) May 15, 2023

@Apple proving they just don’t get it. It’s not about power, it’s about price.

— Russ (@theblackwhisper) May 15, 2023

Where’s the fun with the Mac?

Earlier this month, the iMac celebrated its 25th anniversary, allowing David Price to reflect on the state of Mac design. It’s not as fun as it used to be–Macs have gone from “groundbreaking aesthetically,” as David put it, to commodities. That spurred a mixed reaction from readers. 

Fun was only a marketing strategy when 🍏 was a startup. It always wanted to become what it is today.

— 10ya 🇺🇦🕊 (@NaumenkoTanya) May 8, 2023

Please dear lord stop comparing a desktop computer from the late 1990s to a desktop computer today. People today don’t want a fruity-colored iMac. They want a fruity-colored iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch.

— Michael Buckelew (@MichaelBuckelew) May 8, 2023

Tim Cook happen. Ever notice all the issues that came about since he took over.

— Douglas (@AceOClubs81) May 8, 2023

Apple subscription software 

Apple released Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for the iPad Pro, but the pricing model got everyone’s attention. Those apps cannot be bought outright; you pay either $4.99 per month or $49 per year, for either app. It’s subscription-based, Apple’s first foray into that sales model. And it’s not making users happy. 

Unfortunately, I suspect that your prediction is correct. I for certain won’t be subscribing.

Over the last two years I have been switching apps to eliminate expensive subscriptions.

Bonus: Software quality and feature set is better outside of subscription software.

— John Minick (@azpc_help) May 10, 2023

Better not. Fingers crossed enough people will hold off subscribing.

— Hatchvocate 🐣🚗 (@GTI_ina_suit) May 10, 2023

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Apple, CPUs and Processors, iPad, Mac, Professional Software

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!

This is episode 841 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.

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• watchOS 10: Everything you need to know about the next Apple Watch update

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Apple Watch

Major technological advancements and a new version of macOS are in the not-too-distant future from Apple, and we might get all the details at the Worldwide Developers Conference in June. We talk about the Mac and what could happen at WWDC, all in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!

This is episode 840 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.

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• Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air: coming soon 
• New Mac Pro: Everything we know so far 
• macOS 14: Everything you need to know before the big WWDC reveal 

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Mac

At WWDC in June, Apple will reveal the iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. What will Apple introduce with the new operating systems? Maybe a bit more than we expected! We talk about the possibilities on the iPhone and iPad on the show! Tune in! 

This is episode 839 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola. 

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• iOS 17 guide  
• Leak reveals redesigned iOS 17 apps with new streamlined UI 
• iPadOS 17 guide 
• Apple is reportedly developing a ‘special’ version of iPadOS 17 for the 14-inch iPad 

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iOS, iPad