Thu, 11 May 2023
This week: Apple's internal sting operation just nabbed them one of Twitter's most prolific leakers — but how'd they do it? Plus: our reactions and details on Final Cut Pro and Logic for iPad, and a new startup staffed with a stable of Apple's top ex-employees showcases a new gadget they say is BETTER than the iPhone. This episode supported by With top-tier build quality, range up to 42 miles, and speeds up to 28 mph, the Lectric XP 3.0 is one of the best values in e-bikes. Check out the XP 3.0 and Lectric’s other great bikes at lectricebikes.com. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple busts major iOS 17 leaker with spycraft ‘canary trap’
Apple unveils Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro for iPad
iPhone users want pro camera mode from Final Cut Pro for iPad
Enter to win a stylish MacBook case from SwitchEasy [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple brings in robust iPhone revenue but Mac and iPad are down
Why Humane’s screenless AI gadget will not replace your iPhone
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Thu, 4 May 2023
Finally! The Mac we’ve been waiting for is INCOMING + new details on watchOS overhaul! (CultCast #593)
This week:
This episode supported by Protect your online activity TODAY with the VPN rated #1 by Business Insider. Visit ExpressVPN.com/cultcast to get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year package. Hello Fresh is America's #1 food kit! Go to HelloFresh.com/cultcast16 and use code cultcast16 for 16 free meals, plus free shipping! Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iPadOS 17 could make Stage Manager a lot better
How to install the first-ever iOS and macOS Rapid Security Response
Win a compact charger that juices up 3 devices at once [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple to Announce 15-Inch MacBook Air at WWDC Apple to Upgrade Its Watch Operating System With New Focus on Widgets Report Details Turmoil Behind Apple's AI Efforts, 'Siri X,' and Headset Voice Controls |
Thu, 27 April 2023
This week:
This episode supported by Mylio Photos is a smart and powerful cross-platform system for managing a lifetime of memories... Get 30% off your first year of Mylio when you sign up for an annual plan at mylio.com/CULTCAST. Factor is America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit, and can help you fuel up fast with ready-to-eat meals delivered straight to your door. Head to factormeals.com/cultcast50 and use code cultcast50 to get 50% off your first box. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iOS 17 could bring new Lock Screen features, App Library customization
Appeals court agrees App Store doesn’t violate US antitrust law
Apple Health app might finally come to iPad
Also - Apple Watch might sync to iPad and Mac with watchOS 10
Apple poised to launch wellness-focused journaling app
Apple Will Take Scattershot Approach to Pitching AR/VR Headset How Apple headset’s external battery pack will work
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Thu, 20 April 2023
This week: MAJOR leaks on Apple's new "Reality" headset, Apple's killer new savings account, and WWDC hardware predictions! This episode supported by Protect your online activity TODAY with the VPN rated #1 by Business Insider. Visit ExpressVPN.com/cultcast to get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year package. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories The scramble to create killer apps for Apple’s AR/VR headset is on
Apple Plans to Launch More Than Just Its New Headset at WWDC Apple’s powerful M3 processor goes into production later in 2023 Enter to win a limited-edition iPhone case from Pitaka
Stash your cash in a high-yield Apple Card Savings account
Watch Tim Cook's Reaction as Fan Brings Vintage Macintosh to Apple Store Opening in Mumbai |
Fri, 14 April 2023
This week: we got some big last-minute changes coming to iPhone 15 Pro, plus we finally have some intel on the changes coming to iOS 17! And we pitch our favorite new podcast, food, and shows in an all-new Under Review! This episode supported by With top-tier build quality, range up to 42 miles, and speeds up to 28 mph, the Lectric XP 3.0 is one of the best values in e-bikes. Check out the XP 3.0 and Lectric’s other great bikes at lectricebikes.com. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories 6 ways to avoid ‘juice jacking’ at public iPhone charging stations
iOS 17 Rumored to Improve Search, Dynamic Island, Control Center, and More iPhone 15 Pro’s rumored solid-state buttons reportedly shelved |
Thu, 6 April 2023
This week: M2 Mac mini, the mini monster! We've got our full review for you. Plus: Apple's praying their headset will replace your iPhone, and BIG watchOS changes are incoming! This episode supported by Mylio Photos is a smart and powerful cross-platform system for managing a lifetime of memories... Get 30% off your first year of Mylio when you sign up for an annual plan at mylio.com/CULTCAST. Hello Fresh is America's #1 food kit! Go to HelloFresh.com/cultcast50 and use code cultcast50 for 50% off, plus your first box ships free!” Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories
Justin ‘I’m a Mac’ Long now advertises Intel PCs Best value computer for sale today, the M2 Pro Mac mini review Enter to win a magnetic iPad stand with built-in wireless charger [Cult of Mac giveaway] “The new watchOS should be a fairly extensive upgrade” Steve Jobs’ Make Something Wonderful comes out April 11 (for free)
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Thu, 30 March 2023
This week: our WWDC23 predictions, Apple’s headset is finally incoming, and even more dizzying examples of the unreal power of AI. This episode supported by Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today at Kolide.com/cultcast With top-tier build quality, range up to 42 miles, and speeds up to 28 mph, the Lectric XP 3.0 is one of the best values in e-bikes. Check out the XP 3.0 and Lectric’s other great bikes at lectricebikes.com. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories WWDC23 kicks off June 5 with online event
WWDC23 invite might hint at Apple VR headset
Apple VR headset production reportedly pushed back again
15 new features in iOS 16.4 you should try right away
How to enable Voice Isolation for iPhone calls in iOS 16.4
First ChatGPT-generated app hits the App Store
Wozniak, Musk and leading researchers urge pause on ‘out of control’ AI dev
This viral ‘photo’ of the pope in a puffer jacket fooled the internet. How can we spot AI deepfakes? |
Thu, 23 March 2023
iPhone 15 leaks, Apple movies head to theaters, + Mid Journey 5 AI images are BONKERS (CultCast #587)
This week: more details on the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro leak, Apple's about to make a big push into movie theaters, and we review the astounding accuracy of the newest generation of AI image creation. This episode supported by Protect your online activity TODAY with the VPN rated #1 by Business Insider. Visit ExpressVPN.com/cultcast to get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year package. Mylio Photos is a smart and powerful cross-platform system for managing a lifetime of memories... Get 30% off your first year of Mylio Phtoos when you sign up for an annual plan at mylio.com/CULTCAST. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Voice Isolation for phone calls finally coming to iPhone
iPhone 15 Pro Max to 'Break Record' for Thinnest Bezels on a Smartphone - erfon
Let’s hope the latest iPhone 15 leak is wrong
Incredibly clever selfie stick does triple duty as tripod and remote [Reviews] Apple might pour $1 billion into movies for theatrical release
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Thu, 16 March 2023
Touch screen HomePod INCOMING, Apple considering AI, + Tim Cook vs designers headset battle! (CultCast #587)
This week: Apple's prepping a new HomePod with a 7" touchscreen, plus: Apple might enter the AI game, and TC order headset release as designers warn it's not ready! This episode supported by Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today at Kolide.com/cultcast Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple working on a HomePod with 7-inch display for 2024
Tim Cook approves AR headset’s 2023 launch despite opposition from Apple design team
Enter to win a versatile selfie stick that does it all [Cult of Mac giveaway] Report: Apple to 'Re-Examine' AI Development
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse wins Oscar for Apple TV+
Apple Music Classical finally makes its debut performance
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Thu, 9 March 2023
This week: a new iMac and (M3!) MacBook Airs are incoming! Plus: new yellow iPhone 14s, new details on iPhone 15 Pro, and we compare Apple Mail vs the newly FREE Microsoft Outlook! This episode supported by Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today at Kolide.com/cultcast Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple launches yellow iPhone 14 and 14 Plus, plus new case colors
Brighten up your iPhone with new wallpaper coming with yellow iPhone 14 New multicolored Hermès Apple Watch band is $599 of unicorn vomit Apple Readies Its Next Range of Macs, Including — Finally — a New iMac 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air reportedly will use the M3 chip
Microsoft makes Outlook for Mac free for everyone
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Thu, 2 March 2023
This week: All the best new features in the iOS 16.4 betas, plus: the new HomePod Vs the Original! Papa Erf has some surprising sound tests to discuss… This episode supported by Kolide ensures only secure devices can access your cloud apps. It’s Zero Trust tailor-made for Okta. Book a demo today at Kolide.com/cultcast Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iOS 16.4 beta 1 & 2: All the new features and changes Simple security hack keeps your iCloud account safe from iPhone thieves A Basic iPhone Feature Helps Criminals Steal Your Entire Digital Life (The Wall Street Journal) How Apple’s secret Exploratory Design Group makes magic happen
HomePod 2: Does it sound better or worse than the original?
Enter to win a high-end backpack from Harber London [Cult of Mac giveaway]
iMessage is coming to Windows … kind of
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Thu, 23 February 2023
This week: We've got our first look at iPhone 15 and the secret new color coming to iPhone 15 Pro. Plus: Apple's prepping a world changing feature for Apple Watch. This episode supported by Save 50% on a Dashlane subscription with code cultofmac50! Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. The Lectric XP 3.0 is a compact but powerful folding eBike you can take anywhere! At just $999, with its 45 mile range and speeds up to 28 MPH, the XP 3.0 is one of the best eBike values on the market. Visit lectricebikes.com to learn more! This week's stories Leaked iPhone 15 CAD renders reveal bigger 6.2-inch display with Dynamic Island
TSMC’s entire 3nm chip output goes to Apple
Enter to win a sturdy, folding iPad stand that rotates 360 degrees [Cult of Mac giveaway] - Lewis
Inside the secret mission to add glucose monitor to Apple Watch
Why the Apple Watch might be banned from US import
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Thu, 16 February 2023
This week: We roundup the features coming iPhone 15 Pro and Max! Plus: a new 15.5-inch MacBook is INCOMING, and don’t forget to update the software on your MagSafe cable! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. The Lectric XP 3.0 is a compact but powerful folding eBike you can take anywhere! At just $999, with its 45 mile range and speeds up to 28 MPH, the XP 3.0 is one of the best eBike values on the market. Visit lectricebikes.com to learn more! This week's stories What to expect from the redesigned, faster iPhone 15 in 2023
We're giving away five 360 Rotating Universal Tablet Stand from Lululook.
Don’t forget to update the software on your MagSafe cable
King Charles coronation logo created by iPhone designer
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Thu, 9 February 2023
This week: Details leak about iPhone ULTRA, a higher-end iPhone with a higher price! Plus, Apple execs reveal why they really ditched Intel... This episode supported by The Lectric XP 3.0 is a compact but powerful folding eBike you can take anywhere! At just $999, with its 45 mile range and speeds up to 28 MPH, the XP 3.0 is one of the best eBike values on the market. Visit lectricebikes.com to learn more! Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple could launch an ‘Ultra’ high-end iPhone as soon as 2024
‘iPhone Ultra’ concept envisions what a titanium iPhone might look like Exclusive: iPhone reverse wireless charging development continues after Apple missed target Win a supreme stand that mounts your MagSafe iPhone anywhere [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Who will be Apple’s next Jony Ive? Nobody, apparently.
Apple execs reveal what went wrong with Intel
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Thu, 2 February 2023
This week: The HomePods are arriving at people's doorsteps and the reviews are in — let's have an honest chat about HomePod V2. Plus: Apple is planning an even BIGGER Ultra Watch, and a folder iPad is in the works! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories HomePod 2 review roundup: Great sound but no giant leap forward
HomePod 2 wait times stretch out until March
Kuo: Apple to Release Foldable iPad With Carbon Fiber Kickstand in 2024
Apple Smart Home Display: Everything We Know
The giveaway this week is from SwitchEasy it's for the Orbit Universal Magnetic Stand.
Apple Watch Ultra With Nearly 10% Larger Display Rumored to Launch Next Year
Jony Ive creates ‘perfect’ schnoz for Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day
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Thu, 26 January 2023
This week: Yes the new M2 MacBook Pro is a spec bump, but it's a BIG one! Plus: why the new Mac mini is both exciting AND disappointing, and the original HomePods get another big update! This episode supported by Rocket Money shows you all your subscriptions all in one place, and then cancels whatever you don’t want with a single click! Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at rocketmoney.com/cultcast. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories 2023 MacBook Pro review roundup: M2 Max brings considerable performance boost
First independent look at the newest macOS notebooks. The reviewers’ consensus is that the only noticeable change is the performance gain coming from the new M2 Max or M2 Pro processors. Review roundup: M2 and M2 Pro chips jack up new Mac mini models
Entry-level 2023 Mac mini and MacBook Pros use significantly slower SSDs Enter to win a charming Apple Watch Band from Goldenerre iOS 16.3, iPadOS 16.3 and macOS Ventura 13.2 arrive
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Thu, 19 January 2023
This week: They're finally here, the new M2 MacBook Pros, mew Mac mini and Mac mini "Pro", and the brand new HomePods! This episode we react and discuss all of it.... This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple Announces New MacBook Pros With M2 Pro and M2 Max Chips, Up to 96GB RAM, and More
2024 MacBook Pro will feature even-faster 3nm Apple M3-series processors
Apple launches powerful new Mac mini at a lower cost
Apple resurrects full-size HomePod with hot new features, same old price
HomePod head-to-head: How Apple’s new smart speaker compares to original Secret sensor in your HomePod mini will activate soon
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Thu, 12 January 2023
This week: They said they'd never do it! But... according to a new report, Apple is now testing a Mac with a touchscreen, and will be supercharging the a cutting edge new display technology (and more!). Plus: Apple's mixed reality headset is almost here, and is now in the hands of a secret cabal of developers who are building apps and preparing for launch. This episode supported by Rocket Money shows you all your subscriptions all in one place, and then cancels whatever you don’t want with a single click! Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at rocketmoney.com/cultcast. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple ‘seriously considering’ a touchscreen MacBook
Enter to win spectacular iPad Pro accessory bundle from Pitaka [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple’s in-house display could debut on the Apple Watch Ultra in 2024
Apple's 2023 Roadmap: When to Expect New Product Launches This Year No major AirPods, iPad or Apple Watch upgrades planned for 2023
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Thu, 5 January 2023
BIG Apple headset leaks, Studio Display FINALLY gets competition, and our picks for best-of 2022, part 3! (CultCast #576)
This week: We just got our biggest leaks yet of Apple's Mixed Reality headset! Plus: there will soon be some serious competition for Apple's Studio Display, and we add MORE picks to our best of 2022, part 3! This episode supported by Rocket Money shows you all your subscriptions all in one place, and then cancels whatever you don’t want with a single click! Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at rocketmoney.com/cultcast. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple headset uses waist-mounted battery pack — new details emerge
Mac Pro and M2 Mac mini pegged for launch at huge Apple event in March
Dell’s new 32-inch 6K monitor gives Apple’s ProDisplay XDR some competition
Samsung ViewFinity S9 first look: a sleek alternative to Apple’s Studio Display
Apple uses AI to voice its latest audiobook catalog
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Thu, 29 December 2022
This week: What Apple hardware is coming next in 2023? We got the list! Plus: it's part 2 of our best of 2022 picks, with our favorite tech, shows, and movies! This episode supported by Rocket Money shows you all your subscriptions all in one place, and then cancels whatever you don’t want with a single click! Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at rocketmoney.com/cultcast. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories 5 most exciting Apple products coming in 2023 An Apple Watch Ultra for $48? No, but you can get this obvious knockoff
Apple silently downgraded the default resolution of videos when viewed on macOS Photos |
Thu, 22 December 2022
This week: It's part 1 of our best of 2022 picks, with our favorite tech, shows, and movies! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Don’t give up on the iMac Pro just yet
Apple seemingly cancels ‘M2 Extreme’ Mac Pro
Apple store rewards procrastinators with free two-hour deliveries
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Thu, 15 December 2022
This week: The best new features in iOS 16.2, plus: this is unreal—alternate app stores, side loading, and A LOT more coming to iOS! This episode supported by Rocket Money shows you all your subscriptions all in one place, and then cancels for you whatever you don’t want with a single click! Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at rocketmoney.com/cultcast. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple gears up for alternative app stores on iPhone and iPad
Apple Considering Dropping Requirement for iPhone Web Browsers to Use WebKit
10 new iOS 16.2 features to try right away Get way more done with full external display support in iPadOS 16.2
Winner’s choice! Enter to win any mophie product [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Escape Apple TV+ subscription fees with Emancipation-themed trial offer
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Thu, 8 December 2022
This week: We're talking Apple's "20-inch folding MacBook", new features in iOS 16.2, + the big changes coming to iCloud! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories 20-inch folding screen could change MacBooks forever
iOS 16.2 with Freeform, Apple Music Sing and more is just days away
Apple vastly expands iCloud data encryption with 3 security updates
Enter to win a tough, titanium Apple Watch Ultra band from Lululook [Cult of Mac giveaway] - Lewis
Apple car just got a lot less ambitious
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Thu, 1 December 2022
This week: We're talking leaked M2 Max MBP benchmarks, the problem with iCloud, Elon Vs. Apple, the Tesla Phone, and the poor chum who got mugged while carrying 300 brand new iPhones! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Elon Musk declares war on Apple
Elon Musk might release a Twitter phone - erfon
Elon Musk admits Apple never planned to kick Twitter out of iPhone App Store
Leaked 2023 MacBook Pro benchmarks show it’ll support much more RAM
Why walking the streets of NYC with 300 iPhones is a bad idea
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Thu, 24 November 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iPhone 15 Pro could feature significantly faster wired data-transfer speeds
Rounded corners and edges plus titanium case rumored for iPhone 15
See also Leander's piece from Cult of Mac Today newsletter: "Next iPhone might be titanium
The best Black Friday deals on AirPods, MacBooks, iPads and Apple Watch
Mondo drops ‘innie’ and ‘outie’ vinyl soundtracks for Severance
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Thu, 17 November 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple launches free Emergency SOS via satellite on all iPhone 14 models
Apple is building a rival to the metaverse
Steve Jobs’ sandals sell for a lot more than you might imagine anyone paying for used shoes - lewis |
Thu, 10 November 2022
It's about to get a lot harder to buy Apple products + trouble on Apple's Industrial Design team... (CultCast #568)
This week: it's about to get a lot harder to buy Macs, iPhones, AirPods and more. Get'em while you can! Plus: Apple's about to make it even easier to accidentally turn on Siri, and the strange story no one's talking about: Apple's industrial design team is falling apart right before our eyes. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Bad news for Xmas: Apple’s largest factory forced into ‘total lockdown’
Apple wants to shorten ‘Hey Siri’ trigger phrase to simply ‘Siri’
Apple News will be shoved into the Weather app
Apple's Product Design Team Reportedly Focused More on Costs in Recent Years
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Thu, 3 November 2022
This week: CultCast is talking iPhone 15 going buttonless, backlit Apple logo making a comeback, and our review of Apple's weird workplace drama Severance! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iPhone 15 Pro could use solid-state volume and power buttons
Don’t expect new MacBook Pro or Mac mini before 2023
Backlit Apple Logo Could Make a Comeback on Future MacBooks
New EU Law Could Force Apple to Allow Other App Stores, Sideloading, and iMessage Interoperability
Filming begins on Severance season 2 with 8 new stars
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Thu, 27 October 2022
This week: all the best new and hidden features in iOS 16.1, iPadOS 16.1, and macOS Ventura. Plus: Apple releases yet another great update for the original HomePod, and BestBuy beats Apple in providing a way to pay for your new Mac monthly and trade it in when new models come out. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 14, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apples hikes prices of Apple TV+, Apple Music and Apple One
4 great iPadOS 16.1 features that aren’t Stage Manager
5 iOS 16.1 features to try right away How to share an iCloud Photo Library iOS 16.1 Features: Everything New in iOS 16.1 Apple Releases New HomePod 16.1 Software With Matter Support
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Thu, 20 October 2022
This week: new iPad Pros, new iPads, new Apple TVs, and a brand new DONGLE! We're talking ALL the hardware Apple just announced. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories 2022 iPad Pro gets speed boost from M2 chip but no new ports
New entry-level iPad 10 looks more Pro than ever
Enter to win a rugged Apple Watch accessory bundle [Cult of Mac giveaway]
New $249 Magic Keyboard Folio goes with iPad 10
Absurd Apple Pencil dongle sends fans into spiral of grief
Logitech Crayon offers kid-friendly USB-C active stylus for iPad 10
New Apple TV 4K is faster and cheaper
macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16 are coming on October 24
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Thu, 13 October 2022
This week: some super useful new features are FINALLY coming to Apple Music and iCloud; our first impressions of Meta's $1500 "Pro" VR headset; the problem with Apple's "Find My"; and AI creates a creepy podcast episode with Steve Jobs and Joe Rogan. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Roller coasters set off iPhone 14 Crash Detection
Joe Rogan interviews Steve Jobs in eerie, AI-generated podcast - Lewis
Apple iCloud photo libraries will soon be viewable in Windows
Apple Music finally launches on Xbox
No, Lufthansa isn’t banning AirTags from checked bags
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Thu, 6 October 2022
It's FINAL... EU forces big iPhone change, remembering Steve, & Dynamic Island tips! (#CultCast 563)
This week: lawmakers in the EU are forcing iPhone and other devices to go USB-C, remembering Steve Jobs on the 11th anniversary of his passing, and things you didn't know you could do with dynamic island! This episode supported by Today in Apple history: Steve Jobs dies at 56
EU passes law forcing Apple to switch to USB-C by 2024
How to control the Dynamic Island with swipes Take high-resolution 48MP photos with your iPhone 14 Pro Best Apple Watch Ultra bands: Rugged and ready for adventure |
Thu, 15 September 2022
This week: iOS 16's best features + our hardware predictions for Apple's definitely-gonna-happen October event! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories 16 Hidden iOS 16 Features You Didn't Know About
Enter to win a shiny new elago iPhone 14 case of your choice [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple Releases New HomePod 16 Software
iPhone 14 Pro wait times already stretch into October
Kuo: iPhone 14 Plus Pre-Orders Worse Than iPhone 13 Mini, Product Strategy 'Fails'
Steve Jobs' Daughter Shares Then Deletes Meme Mocking iPhone 14's Modest Upgrades
Elon says Apple's in talks with StarLink...
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Thu, 8 September 2022
This week: Apple Watch Ultra, iPhone 14 Pro, AirPods Pro 2 — our reactions to everything! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iPhone 14 Pro models get major camera upgrades and always-on displays
iPhone 14 Pro’s Dynamic Island looks … shockingly original?
iPhone 14 Plus ushers in big changes
Apple Watch Ultra is a big, bulky, beautiful beast
New AirPods Pro support personalized Spatial Audio and precision finding
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Thu, 1 September 2022
This week: ahead of next week's Apple event, we've got last-minute details on iPhone 14 and the super secret Apple Watch Pro! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Expect Apple Watch Pro to sport 47mm display
iPhone 14 Pro ultra-wide camera might surprise with its low-light performance
iPhone 14 Pro screen cutouts might not look as expected [Updated]
iPhone 13 might offer emergency satellite communication, too
T-Mobile and SpaceX want to connect your iPhone to satellites to end network dead zones
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Thu, 25 August 2022
This week: let's talk Apple's "Far Out" event predictions! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple’s ‘far out’ event invite hints at iPhone 14 features
M2 MacBook Air runs Windows 11 faster than pricier Dell laptop
Enter to win Bucardo’s unique Apple Watch accessories [Cult of Mac giveaway]
After 20 years, what’s the most ‘Shazamed’ song of all time?
MoviePass to relaunch on Labor Day in beta form with pricing ranging from $10-$30 a month
How to get 3 months of Apple TV+ for free (new or returning subscribers) |
Thu, 18 August 2022
This week: September 7th Apple event, here we go! Let's talk hardware expectations. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories September 7 might bring iPhone 14 unveiling Some iPhone 14 models jumping in price, but not all Enter to win Bucardo’s unique Apple Watch accessories [Cult of Mac giveaway] Beats Fit Pro gets a Kim Kardashian makeover — and sells out fast [Updated] Berkshire Hathaway added 3.9M more Apple shares in Q2 2022 Does Mark Zuckerberg Not Understand How Bad His Metaverse Looks? |
Thu, 11 August 2022
This week: we review iOS 16's best new features, and Apple is hard at work on some very interesting new HomePods, including the original HomePod V2! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iOS 16 beta 5: All the new features and changes
Every new email trick in iOS 16 that you need to know Enter to win a versatile Laut backpack [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Gurman: Apple Considering Updated HomePod Mini Alongside New High-End HomePod |
Thu, 4 August 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories M2 MacBook Air blows away other Macs in speed test
iPhone 14 Pro always-on screen behavior previewed in new iOS 16 wallpaper details
Apple earnings beat pessimistic predictions
Apple Maps extends cycling directions to all 50 states
I built a time machine. A time machine that sends you back to the era of iPods and boxed NYC man learns the hard way to not track down thieves with an AirTag
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Thu, 28 July 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Former Lamborghini exec will help steer Apple car design team
Apple's patent history reveals a major push into autos
Why Apple never shipped M1 Mac Pro when it was ready
Anker pushes GaN envelope with 6 new fast chargers DMA: Council gives final approval to new rules for fair competition online
Enter to win a 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station and 200W GaN charger bundle [Cult of Mac giveaway]
This is what Saudi Arabia's 100-mile long emission-free smart city could look like
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Thu, 21 July 2022
This week: the new M2 MacBook Pros are INCOMING! PLUS
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories MacBook Pros with M2 Pro and M2 Max chips could launch this fall
iOS 16 Introduces New Capabilities for Accessories With U1 Chip Integration
Amazon's Prime Air drones will soon make deliveries in Texas
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Thu, 14 July 2022
This week: we discuss M2 MacBook Pro performance, first impressions, and reviews. Plus: the end of an era, Jony Ive leaves Apple for good. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories M2 MacBook Air review roundup: The fast and the beauteous
Jony Ive slips Apple’s golden handcuffs
Proposed new emoji list shows we already have all the emoji we need
Win an iPad mini 6 magnetic stand from Lululook [Cult of Mac Giveaway]
Hasbro will 3D-print your face onto its iconic action figures
BMW starts selling heated seat subscriptions for $18 a month
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Fri, 8 July 2022
This week: Extra-rugged Apple Watch for athletes will pack biggest screen yet! Plus: the Mac Studio is now available with heavy discounts, Apple adding a new "hyper secure" lockdown mode to iOS 16, and US awards Steve Jobs the country's highest honor. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Extra-rugged Apple Watch for athletes will pack biggest screen yet
These iOS 16 features won’t be available at launch
Win a 4-in-1 MagSafe charging stand with built-in nightlight [Cult of Mac giveaways]
Buy refurbished Mac Studio from Apple with hefty discounts [Updated]
New Lockdown Mode makes iPhone secure from sophisticated digital attacks
President Biden Announces Recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom
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Thu, 30 June 2022
This week: Apple's prepping to drop an "ambitious deluge" of new hardware, including the return of one of the greatest Apple products of all time... This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple Readies iPhone 14 and HomePod Upgrade in Flood of New Products
Don’t expect a speed boost in Apple Watch Series 8
Win a 4-in-1 MagSafe charging stand with built-in nightlight [Cult of Mac giveaways]
Apple’s next HomePod could be less mini and more powerful
Entry-level M2 MacBook Pro’s SSD is slower than M1 MacBook Pro
M1 MacBook Pro beats the newer M2 model in real-life stress tests
‘Severe’ thermal throttling in Apple M2 chip raises questions about MacBook Air performance
AirPods Pro 2 could act as heart monitor and hearing aid
Commercials are coming to Netflix (and other streamers!)
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Thu, 23 June 2022
This week: The first reviews of the 13-inch MacBook Pro with M2 are in and they are not kind! Plus: new details elude to a new MacBook that may be a hybrid between an MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, iOS 16 is adding a MUST-HAVE SMS feature, and an odd Apple show becomes one of most popular shows streamed on any streaming service. This episode supported by CleanMyMac X is a decluttering app for Mac that can keep it in tip-top shape. It includes 49 tools to find and delete invisible computer junk, and helps keep your Mac running at maximum speed. Get CleanMyMac X today with 5% off at https://macpaw.app/cultcast ... The discount is valid until June 30. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories M2 MacBook Pro review roundup: Powerful chip, archaic design
15-inch MacBook with M2 Pro might launch in spring 2023
Apple M2 is fast, but not faster than M1 Pro or M1 Max
Win a 65W GaN mini charger that packs a punch [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple’s New CarPlay Is the Foreshock to Releasing Its Own Vehicle iOS 16 beta 2 improves SMS filtering on Messages to iPhone users
Apple TV+ sci-fi drama For All Mankind rockets to popularity
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Thu, 16 June 2022
This week: The M2 benchmarks have leaked and this new chip is even better than we hoped. Plus: new details on iPhone 14, a 12 and 15-inch MacBook Air, and new 14-inch iPad Pro MAX. This episode supported by Remotely manage your Mac, iPhone, or iPad with Jamf. Manage 3 devices for FREE at jamf.com/beyond Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories
iPhone 14’s front camera could get some much-needed upgrades
Win a multi-device charger with built-in MagSafe battery pack [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple pushes ahead with 15-inch M2 MacBook Air and 12-inch M2 MacBook
Apple may launch 14.1-inch mini-LED iPad Pro with M2 chip
Apple TV will stream all Major League Soccer games for 10 years
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Thu, 9 June 2022
This week: iO16, macOS Ventura, Stage Manager, M2 MacBook Air — our reactions to all WWDC22's best announcements!
This episode supported by Remotely manage your Mac, iPhone, or iPad with Jamf. Manage 3 devices for FREE at jamf.com/beyond Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories These big surprises blew our minds at WWDC22 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro sneaks into WWDC22 with new MacBook Air Meet the svelte new M2 MacBook Air Continuity Camera admits MacBook cameras need help
Massive Home app makeover brings Matter support and more - erfon
iPad finally gets floating windows in Stage Manager on iPadOS 16
Ming Chi Kuo says Apple's mixed reality headset will be announced at a special event in January. watchOS 9 brings massive upgrade to Workout app and other health improvements |
Thu, 2 June 2022
This week: With WWDC22 RIGHT around the corner, we're talking hardware and software predictions and expectations.
This episode supported by Remotely manage your Mac, iPhone, or iPad with Jamf. Manage 3 devices for FREE at jamf.com/beyond Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Analyst says Apple’s AR headset and realityOS will be a no-show at WWDC22
Win a mophie 3-in-1 MagSafe travel charger [Cult of Mac Giveaway]
iOS 16 could make your iPhone’s lock screen more useful
Under Review! |
Fri, 27 May 2022
This week: we got them! New renders show us exactly what the iPhone 14 will look like. Plus: A new "Studio Display Pro" with mini-LED screen is incoming, and Apple preps a new LARGER HomePod!
This episode supported by Remotely manage your Mac, iPhone, or iPad with Jamf. Manage 3 devices for FREE at jamf.com/beyond Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories New renders show iPhone 14 in all its purported purple glory
iPhone 14 Pro models could feature an always-on display
Win a mophie 3-in-1 MagSafe travel charger [Cult of Mac Giveaway]
Studio Display Pro with gorgeous mini-LED screen could launch this fall
What could be in store for the return of the big HomePod?
This week's Under Review Anker SoundCore Frames https://www.amazon.com/Soundcore-Landmark-Bluetooth-Interchangeable-Polarized/dp/B09DSCDRLT |
Thu, 19 May 2022
This week: Apple Watch Series 8 getting the redesign we’ve ALL been waiting for, a cheaper smaller Apple TV is in the works, Apple’s mixed reality headset is ALMOST ready, and working from home vs the office — how much would YOU need to get paid to go back to the office full time? We reveal our numbers! This episode supported by Remotely manage your Mac, iPhone, or iPad with Jamf. Manage 3 devices for FREE at jamf.com/beyond Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Sound familiar? Apple Watch 8 display might be flat
More affordable Apple TV might launch soon
Apple shows off AR/VR headset to board of directors
COVID-19 throws off Apple’s return-to-office plan yet again
Apple's Director of Machine Learning Resigns Due to Return to Office Work
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Thu, 12 May 2022
This week: finally! According to a new report, Apple is ditching Lightning for USB-C, and that's going to bring some long-needed new features to iPhone. Plus, the legendary iPod is finally retired. We remember how the device changed Apple and the world.
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iPhone 15 could finally ditch Lightning in favor of USB-C
Win an Aer Fit Pack 3 backpack and go from work to gym in style [Cult of Mac giveaway]
R.I.P. iPod: Apple discontinues its tiny music player
Why the iPod was the signature music device of its era
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Fri, 6 May 2022
This week: new leaks give us our best look yet at the FOUR upcoming iPhone 14 models, including sizes, features, and BIG price increases. Plus: Mac Studio orders are now getting BIG delays, the $80 "smart water bottle", and our first impressions of Paramount+ streaming service! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple Studio Displays & Mac Studio - A Digital Artist's Perspective Wait times for Mac Studio stretch into July
Leaked iPhone 14 front panels offer best size comparison yet
Win an Aer Fit Pack 3 backpack and go from work to gym in style [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple integrates two new smart water bottles with Health app
Paramount+ has nearly 40 million subscribers
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Fri, 29 April 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple pushes February MacBook Pro orders back to June
Win an Aer Fit Pack 3 backpack and go from work to gym in style [Cult of Mac giveaway] - lewis
Apple now offers parts and tools needed to fix your own iPhone
Leaked ‘final’ EU antitrust bill looks bad for Apple
Elon Musk buys Twitter for a cool $44 billion
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Thu, 21 April 2022
This week: we've got new leaks on iPhone 14's cameras, plus new intel on NINE new upcoming M2 Macs! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple preps 9 Macs with new M2 processor iPhone 14 might be Apple’s first with an autofocus selfie camera iPhone 14 molds show massive camera hump on all four versions Discontinued HomePod keeps going up in value Don’t give up hope for combination Apple TV, HomePod, FaceTime camera |
Fri, 15 April 2022
MaxTech joins us to talk Mac Studio, M1 Ultra performance, 2022 Macbook Air, & more! (CultCast #539)
This week: MaxTech joins us to talk Mac Studio, M1 Ultra Performance, and Apple REUSING the M1 in the 2022 MacBook Air!
This episode supported by Remotely manage your Mac, iPhone, or iPad with Jamf. Manage 3 devices for FREE at jamf.com/beyond Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Ming Chi Kuo with some Twitter Bangers Apple’s got way too many AirPods models and it’s confusing as hell! Under the screen face ID is coming to iPhone, but not for a while (marketing issue) Next MacBook Air will reuse the M1 chip! New Apple Watch health features: What’s in, what’s out - Lewis
Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects updated for latest M1 processors
This is what Apple’s upcoming dual USB-C charger looks like
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Fri, 8 April 2022
This week: WWDC 2022 has just been announced, and it looks like Apple’s still got some surprises left for us… This episode supported by Remotely manage your Mac, iPhone, or iPad with Jamf. Manage 3 devices for FREE at jamf.com/beyond Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories WWDC22 starts June 6, will be ‘online-only’ (with a twist)
M1 Ultra - An ULTRA Disappointment...
Apple teams up with LG to build foldable iPad and MacBook devices
Apple ‘actively testing’ 9-inch foldable, but don’t expect foldable iPhone before 2025
Ukrainians use ‘Find My’ to track Russian troops who stole devices
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Thu, 31 March 2022
This week: we've got new iPhone 14 leaks, Apple is working on another new Mac, and big changes are coming to iMessage and iOS. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple preps subscription service for iPhone, Mac and more
iPhone 14 Pro’s camera upgrade could mean an even fatter hump Lewis
iPhone might never get in-screen Touch ID
Win a chic crossbody iPhone case from Noémie [Cult of Mac giveaway]
On the inside, Apple Studio Display looks more sophisticated than expected
Apple’s upcoming 15-inch MacBook Air may come with a different name
EU plans to force iMessage to work with WhatsApp, other messaging apps
‘The Slap’ shows why Apple should shake up its events
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Fri, 25 March 2022
Benchmarks have been pouring in for the Mac Studio with M1 Max and M1 Ultra, and while in some tests the benefits of Ultra is clear, in many it’s not performing better than the Max, and in some tests it does worse! What’s going on here? This episode supported by Remotely manage your Mac, iPhone, or iPad with Jamf. Manage 3 devices for FREE at jamf.com/cultcast Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories M1 Ultra Mac Studio - Benchmarks & Thermals (The TRUTH!) Mac Studio storage is removable but Apple blocks user upgrades
Win a chic crossbody iPhone case from Noémie [Cult of Mac giveaway]
"The Apple Studio Display is a Bad Deal" Apple vows to fix Studio Display’s disappointing webcam
Apple can change Studio Display stands after purchase
15-inch MacBook Air could be in development, at long last
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Thu, 17 March 2022
This week: the Mac Studio and Studio Display reviews are in — let’s talk. Plus: a reliable source says a strange change is coming to iPhone 14.
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Some iPhone 14 models might miss out on Apple’s new A16 processor
iPad Air 5 is every bit as fast as iPad Pro
Floating app windows could be coming to iPad. Finally.
With Apple Debuting Its Last M1 Chip, Here’s What’s Next
How Apple Studio Display stacks up against Pro Display XDR and others Apple’s massive Mac mini upgrade may not be ready until 2023
Apple’s next Mac mini could be powered by new ‘M2’ and ‘M2 Pro’ chips
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Fri, 11 March 2022
This week: our reactions to Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPad Air 5, and iPhone SE, plus we dive in deep on the Mac Studio and Studio display, and we found ain't all great.
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 13, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple goes green with new iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro colors
Apple needs to shake up its boring iPhone Pro color options Apple’s new Mac Studio is a blazing-fast desktop with an M1 Ultra chip
The Mac is back, with its best lineup in years (Graham's opinion piece) Apple Studio Display brings high-end monitor down to affordable price
Enter to win American-made Apple accessories from Raptic [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple TV+ scores Friday night Major League Baseball games iPad Air 5 goes super-fast with M1 processor
Plus: Why iPad Air 5 is a better choice than 11-inch iPad Pro New iPhone SE brings serious upgrades at slightly higher price |
Thu, 3 March 2022
This week: confirmed! Apple's "Peek Performance" event is March 8th. Let's talk hardware! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Experience ‘peek performance’ at Apple spring 2022 event set for March 8 What to expect at Apple spring 2022 event: New iPhone, iPad and Mac Apple Watch Series 8 could bring ‘major’ activity tracking upgrades |
Thu, 24 February 2022
This week: Apple's March 8th event! Let's talk hardware expectations... This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple Readies New MacBooks and iMacs for Part Three of Overhaul
Win a 100W GaN fast charger from Ugreen
iOS 15.4 beta 4 adds new anti-stalking features for AirTag
Apple Stores remove face mask requirements as omicron variant recedes
Apple Ring is the health accessory we need
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Thu, 17 February 2022
This week: it's all but confirmed! Three new Macs are incoming, but WHICH will they be.... This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple registers 3 new Mac models ahead of rumored spring event
iMac Pro with mini-LED display might launch in early summer
Chrome OS Flex turns 2009 MacBook into a useful computer again
Would you pay $178 for Sony’s strange new earbuds?
Forensics finally prove who wrote those mysterious Apple 1 serial numbers
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Thu, 10 February 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple spills ‘realityOS’ again as new AR/VR headset inches closer
Apple considered Face ID for M1 iMac, but it’s not ready for MacBook yet
Apple’s new Tap to Pay feature lets iPhone accept contactless payments
Absolutely vile: Devs react to Apple’s 27% cut of third-party payments
Add ports to your M1 Mac with a Satechi USB-C Multiport MX Adapter [Cult of Mac giveaway] |
Fri, 4 February 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iOS 15.4 beta lets you use Face ID while wearing a mask
iOS 15.4 allows third-party apps to use 120Hz ProMotion on iPhone 13 Pro
Mini-LED iMac Pro launch might slip to summer
Add ports to your M1 Mac with a Satechi USB-C Multiport MX Adapter - Giveaway
How to download Wordle to your device so it stays free forever
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Thu, 27 January 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple readies its ‘widest array’ of new products ever for this fall
Better, faster iMac Pro and Mac mini could reach shelves this spring
Win an Invoxia Cellular GPS Tracker and stop losing things [Cult of Mac giveaway] iPad Pro with speedy Apple M2 processor on course for fall 2022
Apple Maps erects gigantic digital wall to hide Tim Cook’s house
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Thu, 20 January 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories Apple could scrap 13-inch MacBook Pro, bring 5G to 10.2-inch iPad in 2022
Mac Pro with faster M1 chip to complete Apple silicon transition in 2022
Win an Invoxia Cellular GPS Tracker and stop losing things [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Eurasian filings reveal new iPhone and iPad coming soon
Apple education store now requires Unidays and only 1 device per year
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Thu, 13 January 2022
This week:
This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories iPhone 14 Pro could pack strange ‘hole + pill’ screen cutout to replace notch
Apple continues testing multiple folding iPhone prototypes
Apple’s first headset could be 3 years ahead of rivals in computing power
Apple VR headset won’t create a full metaverse
Apple’s fancy Polishing Cloth is finally back in stock
GIVEAWAY Win a Journey 3 in 1 Wireless Charging Station for all your Apple gear [Cult of Mac giveaway] Apple loses head of Mac chip design to Intel – erfon
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Thu, 6 January 2022
This week: Gurman's back at it laying out what we can expect Apple to release in 2022, plus new intel on AirPods Pro V2, a new cheaper Pro XDR Display, and we'll show you our favorite tech from CES 2022! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories
Redesigned AirPods Pro 2 will support high-quality lossless audio
Apple’s next desktop monitor could cost half the price of Pro Display XDR
Apple wins race to $3 trillion market cap
Win a Journey 3 in 1 Wireless Charging Station for all your Apple gear [Cult of Mac giveaway]
CES products This smart collar wants to be your dog’s Apple Watch
Targus backpack uses Apple Find My without AirTag
Schlage rolls out first smart lock in US to support Apple Home Key
Samsung beats Apple to truly wireless charging over Wi-Fi waves
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Thu, 30 December 2021
This week: Apple is about to COMPLETE their move to Apple silicon, which means we're in for an EXPLOSION of new hardware in 2022, including an iMac "Pro", redesigned MacBook Air, new iPads, new Mac Pro, and new Mac Mini "Pro"! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. This week's stories What to expect from iMac in 2022
What to expect from MacBook Air and the M2 processor in 2022
What to expect from iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini and basic iPad in 2022
Win a Koala 2.0 iPhone harness from Hangtime [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple hires Meta AR comms chief for its rumored headset launch
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Thu, 23 December 2021
This week: we've got our bet look yet at Apple's upcoming mixed reality AR headset, but do Apple fans care!? Plus: we reveal even more picks from our list of Gear of the Year! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK Apple’s first AR/VR headset might look like ski goggles
TSA will accept Apple Wallet’s digital IDs from February 2022
Crime-busting mom tracks down Christmas decoration thief with AirTags
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Fri, 17 December 2021
This week: we're talking iPhone 14 Pro with 48 Megapixels and 8K video! Plus: we reveal more of our picks for Gear of the Year! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK iPhone 14 Pro could pack 48-megapixel camera and 8GB of RAM
Apple building smaller, more affordable alternatives to Pro Display XDR
Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss on making The Matrix Awakens with Epic Games Win a Wacom Intuos Pro creative pen tablet [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Gear of the year, part 3! |
Thu, 9 December 2021
This week: get your wallet ready, cause Apple has some BIG releases planned for 2022! Plus: we reveal our Gear of the Year, part 2! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK SNAP’S FIRST AR SPECTACLES ARE AN AMBITIOUS, IMPRACTICAL START Apple has big plans for 2022, including iPad Pro and MacBook Air overhauls
Samsung could make iPhone 14’s first ‘hole punch’ displays
Win a Wacom Intuos Pro creative pen tablet [Cult of Mac giveaway]
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Thu, 2 December 2021
This week: Apple’s much-anticipated augmented reality headset could finally drop in 2022, a new 5G iPhone SE is RIGHT around the corner, and we reveal our picks for 2021's Gear of the Year, part 1! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK Apple’s first AR headset could arrive late next year with super-speedy chip
iPhone SE 3 with 5G could be right around the corner
Apple hasn’t given up on making a do-it-all charger for multiple devices
GIVEAWAY Choetech is giving away MagSafe charging stands and a 40% discount code [Cult of Mac Giveaway] Elon Musk: Don’t waste money on ‘silly’ Apple Polishing Cloth, buy our $50 Tesla whistle
Gear of the Year, Part 1 Framed tech from GridStudio.cc |
Fri, 26 November 2021
This week: Apple’s next-generation iMac Pro could feature an “M1 Max Duo” chip with 20 cores for processing and up to 64 graphics cores! Plus: we reveal our favorite new gadgets, movies, and shows in an all-new What We're Into. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK 16" M1 Max MacBook Pro vs $15,000 Mac Pro: Embarrassing Apple aims to build self-driving car with no steering wheel. New iMac Pro could pack insane ‘M1 Max Duo’ chip with up to 20 CPU cores
Choetech is giving away MagSafe charging stands and a 40% discount code [Cult of Mac Giveaway]
The best Black Friday deals on Apple’s hottest devices
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Thu, 18 November 2021
This week: just how well does a $3500 M1 Max MacBook Pro perform against a $15,000 Mac Pro? These results are INSANE. Plus: Apple is prepping an Apple Car for 2025, and it will be fully autonomous! And we wrap up with our favorite shows in an all-new Under Review! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK 16" M1 Max MacBook Pro vs $15,000 Mac Pro: Embarrassing Apple aims to build self-driving car with no steering wheel.
Apple will sell parts and tools so customers can repair their own devices
Get the fantastic Cult of Mac, 2nd Edition book at more than 70% off
Win a BluShark gift card to buy Apple Watch bands
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Thu, 11 November 2021
This week: you just KNEW there was gonna be a "Gate" for the new M1 MacBook Pros, and now we've got it! The internet has decided that the brand new MagSafe connector the M1 Pro/Max MacBook Pro includes a fatal flaw that can't be ignored. We'll tell you what you need to know, and you can decided for yourself. And we talk or favorite gadgets and Apple+ movies in an all-new Under Review! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK Apple spoils the one thing that made MacBook’s MagSafe charger so great
The next Mac revolution: Companies rush to buy new M1 machines
Win a BluShark gift card to buy Apple Watch bands [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Jony Ive confirms LoveFrom works for Apple Jony Ive is continuing his long-term collaboration with Apple via his design agency LoveFrom, the former Chief Design Officer has revealed, confirming his departure hasn't completely ended the relationship between the designer and the iPhone maker. Apple Business Essentials gives companies tools to manage employee devices
iCloud for Windows now supports ProRes videos and ProRaw photos
Under Review! |
Thu, 4 November 2021
This week: just how well does a M1 Max MacBook Pro perform against a MONSTER PC build with top-tier components? These results might blow your mind lol. Plus: we got new details on the upcoming iMac “Pro”, and we wrap up with our favorite shows and movies in an all-new Under Review! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK iMac Pro could make a comeback in 2022 with Apple’s newest M1 chips
New leaks on the upcoming iMac (Pro)! MacBook Pro M1 Max vs Windows Desktop (RTX3090, Ryzen9 5950x) M1Max Outperforms more expensive PC!
iPhone and Apple Watch could get car crash detection next year
Win a sleek Satechi Trio Wireless Charging Pad [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple's Craig Federighi Says Sideloading on iPhone Would Open the Floodgates to Malware
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Thu, 28 October 2021
This week: Pro MacBook Pro Vs. the Intel MacBook Pro—battle of the benchmarks! And the performance differences are absolutely INSANE. Plus: our hands-on review of AirPods 3, and Apple is perfectly poised to release and actual Apple Television. Get 2 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace 2021 MacBook Pro review roundup: Just what we hoped for
New MacBook Pros prove surprisingly good at gaming
Intel CEO: My job is to win Apple back Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger says the ball is in the chip giant's court to win back lost business from the Mac making Apple. Win a sleek Satechi Trio Wireless Charging Pad [Cult of Mac giveaway] Hands-on: AirPods 3 sound great thanks to lots of trickle-down tech [Review]
Amazon TVs to Support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
The Iconic Pillow Collection 2 by Throwboy
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Thu, 21 October 2021
This week: everything you need to know about the new M1 Pro/Max MacBook Pros, including new details! Plus: our reactions to everything Apple “Unleashed”, and Tim Cook Sherlocks the CultCloth! Get 2 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace MacBook Pro gets insane M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, gorgeous new design
M1 Max chip could deliver even greater graphics than PlayStation 5
Early benchmarks show crazy performance gains for Apple M1 Max
Some MacBook Pro wait times stretch nearly to Christmas
Apple Music gets a ‘Voice Plan’ that costs just $4.99 a month Win an iPhone 13 case bundle from Smartish [Cult of Mac giveaway] Upgraded AirPods gain spatial audio with Dolby Atmos and more
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Thu, 14 October 2021
This week: Finally! Here come the M1X Macs! We talk our predictions for Monday’s Apple “Unleashed” event! Plus: a rumor says Apple is prepping a Nintendo Switch-like gaming console, and we reveal our favorite new shows on an all-new What We’re Into! Get 2 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace New MacBook Pros Likely to Launch at Apple Event This Month, Says Gurman
Apple invites the world to Oct. 18 ‘Unleashed’ event; new M1X Macs expected
M1X MacBook Pros might start at 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, 120Hz screen
Win an iPhone 13 case bundle from Smartish [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Laughable report claims Apple will take on Nintendo Switch with powerful hybrid console
Apple Arcade goes big with NBA 2K22 and Transformers: Tactical Arena
Apple signals entertainment ambitions with major Los Angeles expansion
Classic iPhone Game 'Tiny Wings' Launches on Apple Arcade This Friday
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Thu, 7 October 2021
This week: M1X MacBook Pro is coming soon! We discuss. And remembering Steve Jobs, we miss him. Plus: it's back—an all new Under Review! We're revealing our favorite new gadgets. Get 2 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace New MacBook Pros Likely to Launch at Apple Event This Month, Says Gurman
How to get ready to pre-order Apple Watch Series 7
Apple stays strangely silent on most Apple Watch Series 7 prices
Win a bundle of iPhone 13 cases from Case-Mate [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Today in Apple history: Steve Jobs dies at 56
Tim Cook reflects on Steve Jobs’ legacy on 10th anniversary of his passing
Apple pays touching tribute to Steve Jobs a decade after his passing
Jony Ive on What He Misses Most About Steve Jobs
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Thu, 30 September 2021
This week: we've been using our iPhone 13/Pros for one week now—here are our honest reviews! Plus: iOS 15, bugs galore! We'll cover all the major iOS 15 and iPhone 13 bugs you need to know about. Get 2 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 13, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace iPhone 13 Pro truly is the Goldilocks phone [Review]
iPhone 13 component shortage lengthens wait times
Can’t wait for an iPhone 13? Win one!!! New iPhone 13 cases and accessories in the Cult of Mac Store Apple vows to fix iPhone 13 bug that breaks Unlock with Apple Watch
iPhone owners suffer intermittent touch input issues under iOS 15
iOS 15 problems continue as iPhone 13 owners report CarPlay crashes
iPhone 14 Coming With “Complete Redesign” Next Year, Says Mark Gurman |
Thu, 23 September 2021
This week: the early reviews are in—let’s talk about the best and worst parts of iPhone 13, 13 Pro, and the iPad mini. Plus: Apple is prepping yet another great feature coming soon to your HomePod—it ain’t dead yet, baby! Get 2 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace iPhone 13 review roundup: Stellar displays, cracking cameras, outstanding battery life iPhone 13 Pro photos by Austin Mann Win iPhone 13 and a bundle of MagSafe-compatible cases from Speck [Cult of Mac giveaway]
2021 iPad mini review roundup: Splendidly small yet super-powerful
Lossless audio and Dolby Atmos return to HomePod in 15.1 beta
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Thu, 16 September 2021
This week: reacting to iPhone 13 and 13 Pro, iPad mini, and and what the h-e-double hockey sticks happened to Apple Watch Series 7?!
Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace iPhone 13’s Cinematic mode marks new era in computational photography
Win one year of unlimited cloud backup from Backblaze [Cult of Mac giveaway] Apple Watch Series 7 looks like a late substitution for the upgrade Apple wanted to deliver
New budget iPad 9 gets better video chat, doubles storage
iPad mini gets its biggest, most amazing upgrade yet
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Thu, 9 September 2021
This week: iPhone 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, AirPods 3, Apple Watch Series 7, and... more? We're talking hardware predictions for next week's "California Streaming" Apple event. Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace It’s official: Apple confirms iPhone 13 event for September 14
Leaker Max Weinbach releases new details on next week’s hardware drop
Spoiler alert: Here’s a sneak peek at next year’s ‘iPhone 14
iPhone 14 leak could trigger full wrath of Cupertino
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Thu, 2 September 2021
This week: iPhone 13 has a secret satellite trick that will give you signal anywhere on earth! Plus: sorry, Apple Watch Series 7 might be a much smaller update than we’ve been told… And a radical new South Korean law is forcing Apple to open up their app store, and other countries are now sure to follow. And, sadly, it couldn’t last forever.... It sounds like our beloved Tim Cook is eyeing his retirement from Apple. So who at Apple will take the reins next? We got it all figured out! Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Rumored iPhone satellite communications could be for serious emergencies only
’No chance’ Apple Watch Series 7 will pack blood pressure monitoring
Get organized with a PadFolio from tomtoc [Cult of Mac giveaway]
South Korea is first to say App Store must allow third-party payments
Apple agrees to relax App Store rules for ‘reader’ apps like Netflix, Spotify
Submissions fall to all-time low as devs lose interest in Mac App Store
Apple AR glasses launch could mark end of Tim Cook era
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Thu, 26 August 2021
This week: If you're excited about the new 14" Macbook Pro, well, we got good news and bad news for you.... Plus: sweet heat! iPhone 13 may be packing Apple's next-GEN FaceID, and it has a special trick. Plus plus: hold on to your cheeks, cause now we got the launch date for you. And stay tuned for our roundup of iOS 15's best new HomeKit and iCloud+ features! Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace 14-inch MacBook Pro could be just as fast, almost as pricey as 16-inch model
iPhone 13 could land September 17, AirPods 3 soon after
Yep! iPhone 13 Pre-Orders Starting September 17th, Launch on September 24th
EXCLUSIVE: Apple Testing New iPhone 13 Face ID
Faster ‘M1X’ Mac mini with more ports coming ‘in the next several months’
Apple could host multiple events in September for a bunch of new products
What's New With HomeKit in iOS 15 iCloud+ subscribers can now create custom email domains
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Thu, 19 August 2021
This week: Apple’s about to bring two powerful new features to your beloved HomePods—they just keep making them better! Plus: the big problem with AirPods Max; a proposed law would force profound changes on Apple App Store; Applecare+ get some big changes; and we react to the new Foundation trailers, the Apple’s epic new sci-fi coming to AppleTV+. Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Netflix gets more immersive with Spatial Audio support
HomePod beta brings Dolby Atmos and lossless music support
Proposed law would force profound changes on Apple App Store
Apple now offers annual AppleCare+ subscriptions for new Mac owners
Apple now allows AppleCare+ for Mac to continue beyond three years
‘Wool’: Tim Robbins Joins Rebecca Ferguson In Apple TV+ Series
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Fri, 13 August 2021
This week: We got it, ALL the iPhone 13 details. We’ll tell you what to expect. Plus, the Apple Privacy debacle—is Apple scanning all your photos and the pictures you send in iMessages? The answer is yes... and no. We got the cold hard facts for you, and you may not like them. Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Mini-LED MacBook Pros launching before the end of September
iPhone 13 could bring ProMotion display, camera upgrades, smaller notch
Apple plans to scan iPhones and iCloud for child abuse imagery [Updated]
Apple looks to ease CSAM photo scanning concerns with new FAQ
iPhone Messages app will warn parents if kids send, receive nude photos
Apple TV, HomePod combo on the way to combat weak living room strategy
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Thu, 5 August 2021
This week: now that the M1 Macs are out, Apple is prepping to release a barrage of “Pro” Macs, including MacBook Pros, a Mac Mini Pro, a Mac Pro mini, and a powerhouse new Mac Pro with up to 40 cores. Hold on to your buns! Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Apple Watch 7, new Mac upgrades appear in regulatory filings ahead of launch
Think Apple Silicon is exciting now? Just wait and see what’s to come
HomePod smart speaker had a great quarter in the US
Apple Working on Combined TV Box, Speaker to Revive Home Efforts
Brendan Fraser Boards Martin Scorsese’s ‘Killers Of The Flower Moon’ & Legendary Comedy ‘Brothers’
Apple.com gets a redesigned Store section with its very own tab
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Thu, 5 August 2021
This week: now that the M1 Macs are out, Apple is prepping to release a barrage of “Pro” Macs, including MacBook Pros, a Mac Mini Pro, a Mac Pro mini, and a powerhouse new Mac Pro with up to 40 cores. Hold on to your buns! Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Apple Watch 7, new Mac upgrades appear in regulatory filings ahead of launch
Think Apple Silicon is exciting now? Just wait and see what’s to come
HomePod smart speaker had a great quarter in the US
Apple Working on Combined TV Box, Speaker to Revive Home Efforts
Brendan Fraser Boards Martin Scorsese’s ‘Killers Of The Flower Moon’ & Legendary Comedy ‘Brothers’
Apple.com gets a redesigned Store section with its very own tab
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Thu, 29 July 2021
This week: we got hot new intel on AirPods 3, new ‘Pro” iMacs, and MacBook Air. Plus: Apple’s planning to bring FaceID to EVERYTHING, and we discuss the most insane parts of Apple’s latest financial call. Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, dedicated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Twitter leaker @dylandkt reports bad news for iMac, good news for Airpods 3 https://twitter.com/dylandkt AirPods 3 https://twitter.com/dylandkt/status/1419103317683212290 https://twitter.com/dylandkt/status/1414645969216495619 iMac M1X https://twitter.com/dylandkt/status/1418602808010584066 Smile! Face ID may come to Mac in the next couple of years Apple aims to bring Face ID to Mac within the next couple of years, reports Mark Gurman in his weekend “Power On” newsletter for Bloomberg. Markus Gurman: Face ID Coming to the Mac, All iPhones and iPads Within ‘Couple of Years' In his latest edition of “Power On,” Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says Apple plans to bring Face ID to the Mac in another super vague, strange timeframe. Okay, in all seriousness, he says the next ‘couple of years.’ Let’s just be happy that’s not the ‘next few decades.’ Mini-LED MacBook Air likely to arrive in mid-2022
Smashed records, short supplies and other takeaways from Apple’s record Q3
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Thu, 22 July 2021
This week: we got new intel on iPhone 13, MacBook Pro, and the next iPad mini, and you’re gonna like what you hear. Plus an Apple partner demos tech reportedly coming to Apple Watch, and it’s totally insane. Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, decidated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace iPhone 13 event rumored for September 14, Apple expectations sky high
iPhone 13 could be Apple’s first with an ‘always on’ display
'iPhone 13 Pro' to come in new colors, including bronze-like 'Sunset Gold'
Next iPad mini may get oversized speed boost from Apple A15 processor
Gurman: MacBook Pro with miniLED display coming between September-November Apple supplier launches non-invasive glucose monitor & health sensor tech
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Fri, 16 July 2021
Magsafe Battery reveals iPhone 12’s hidden feature + iPhone 13 loses in-screen touch ID! (CultCast #501)
This week: Apple’s new Magsafe Battery Pack CONFIRMS iPhone 12 has a very cool hidden feature, and we discuss if the Magsafe Battery is worth its steep $100 price. Plus: Gurman confirms iPhone 13’s feature set, and, BAD NEWS, in-screen Touch ID didn't make the cut… And stay for one of our weirdest stories ever: why Apple’s iOS weather app won’t show 69 degrees. Lol. Yeah…. Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, decidated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Apple launches MagSafe Battery Pack for iPhone 12 series
Apple Seeks Up to 20% Increase in New iPhone Production for 2021
Larger iMac ‘en route’ and could bring even faster ‘M2X’ chip
Apple could bring 1080p FaceTime cameras to all next-gen Mac models
Apple’s iPhone Weather app is hilariously prudish
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Thu, 8 July 2021
This week: a reliable source says M2 Macs are right around the corner, and M1X will be the pro variant chip we’ve been hoping for! We got all the details. Plus: Woz says it’s time for Apple to embrace Right To Repair, and the Biden admin’s new rules may force Apple to support it. And big ERF’s back with an Apple stock update—this is a big one! Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, decidated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Win an AirTag dog collar for worry-free adventure [Cult of Mac giveaway]
Apple’s next-gen M2 chips could roll out in early 2022
U.S. President Joe Biden to Direct FTC to Draft Right to Repair Rules
Steve Wozniak speaks on Right to Repair Original HomePods reportedly ‘bricked’ by 14.6 software update
Warren Buffett’s premature Apple selloff cost his firm $20 billion
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Thu, 1 July 2021
This week: a new report provides even more proof that new 14” and 16” mini-LED MacBook Pros are right around the corner—we discuss! Plus: Apple’s planning new iPads with HUGE screens, iPhone 13 is getting a big camera upgrade, and Apple’s whacky new scheme to keep employees from leaking! This one is hilarious. Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, decidated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace MacBook Pro with mini-LED display could land this year in 2 sizes
Going beyond 13 inches, Apple reportedly ‘exploring larger iPads’
iPhone 13 Pro may pack improved Ultra Wide camera with autofocus
Apple allegedly requires employees to wear body cameras to stop leaks
How to download Apple Watch’s new international Stripes faces
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Thu, 24 June 2021
This week—new leaks give us our best look yet at iPhone 13! We got details and pics to share. Plus: Apple has a stunningly new retail location, and we review their most beautiful retail stores, and we review the dizzying number of new original shows and movies coming to Apple TV+—it might finally be worth the price! Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, decidated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace New iPhone 13 dummies and renders show incremental changes
iPhone 13 will come with new, improved batteries and faster 5G for many users
1 in 5 customers say they’d skip iPhone 13 due to superstition
Apple’s new Tower Theatre store in LA looks preposterously beautiful
Here’s when Foundation and other big shows hit Apple TV+
Apple TV+ prepares a visit to Nathan Pyle’s whimsical Strange Planet
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Thu, 17 June 2021
This week: leaked! A new report outlines everything we can expect from Apple Watch Series 7, and it’s kind of a surprising.... Plus: Apple’s Beats Studio Buds are like cheaper AirPods Pro, M1 iMacs are shipping with crooked screens, and some big Apple TV+ changes you need to know about. Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, decidated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace Win not one but two Quattro Pro Apple Watch bumper cases [Cult of Mac Giveaway]
Apple Watch Series 7 will feature updated display, Explorer Edition will ship in 2022
iOS 15: How to Get Notified If You Leave an AirTag or Apple Device Behind
9 great but easily overlooked features in iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and macOS Monterey
Some M1 iMac Models Shipping With Crooked Mountings
EU regulation would ‘destroy the security of the iPhone,’ Tim Cook warns
Cupertino quietly cuts full-year Apple TV+ trial to just 3 months
How to cancel the Apple TV+ free trial before you have to pay up
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Thu, 10 June 2021
This week: we recap and react to all the best WWDC '21 keynote announcements! Plus: what the heck happened to the rumored MacBook Pros?? We discuss! Get 2-3 episodes of CultCast Off Topic each and every week for just $6! Off Topic is a new weekly variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah and friends, decidated to tech, gaming, culture, and more. Join Cult Support, good friend! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 12, Apple Watch, iPad, glasses and lenses sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CarryCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK On the show this week @erfon / @lkahney / @lewiswallace 9 things that blew us away at WWDC 2021 iCloud+ makes your online activities more secure on Apple devices
tvOS 15 lets you sign into apps using Face ID or Touch ID on iPhone
iOS 15 brings back word magnifier for easier text selection
Live Text in iOS 15 is completely amazing
You may be waiting a few more months for Apple’s new MacBook Pro
Live Text and other macOS Monterey features not coming to Intel Macs
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