MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

Mac Mini 2018: look at all those ports! MacBook Air 2018: a thoroughly ok laptop. iPad Pro 2018: yeah, forget all about those two. This is where the real action is. Apple's T2 security chip makes installing Linux harder. Tips and Picks: Leo's Pick: Send free pizza to people waiting in line to vote. Alex's Picks: Red Hydrogen One and SquadCast. Andy's Tip: Back up your SSD! Andy's Pick: Bringing Home The Birkin. Rene's Pick: Procreate for iPad. Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: RocketMortgage.com/Macbreak trespontas.com/macbreak promo code MACBREAK WAYFAIR.COM/MACBREAK promo code MACBREAK

The MacBook Air has been updated and has a retina display powered by 4 million pixels, and has touch ID. The new iPad Pro features Face ID as well as a USB-C port. The Mac Mini is back and has been upgraded and features Apple's T2 security chip. It seems Bloomberg's invitation to the event was lost in the mail. iFixit fought for and won our right to repair. Did the Apple Watch's fall detection feature really save a man? And finally, iOS 12.1 is now available. Hosts: Leo Laporte and Andy Ihnatko Guests: Lory Gil and Adam Engst Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: PayPal.com/growth SlideBelts.com/TWIT code: TWIT WordPress.com/macbreak

iPhone XR Review: how much is an OLED screen and portrait mode for dogs worth to you? Apple's 10/30 event: pretty invitations, but what will they announce? Tim Cook sure doesn't like Bloomberg very much. Ming-Chi Kuo's crystal ball: new iPads with USB-C, no more Intel chips. Intel cancels 10nm chips, denies it. iOS 12.1 will fix selfie camera "Beautygate" Picks of the Week Rene's Picks: Anker PowerCore 20100 Nintendo Switch Edition and Mophie powerstation USB-C 3XL Andy's Picks: "Shortcuts" subreddit and Project Stream Leo's Picks: Bruce Schneier's Click Here to Kill Everybody and Hardening MacOS Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: privacy.com/macbreak RocketMortgage.com/Macbreak ITPro.TV/macbreak - use code: MACBREAK30

Some speculation on the new iPad Pro and the iPhone XR. Soon you will be able to use Photoshop on your iPad! When it comes to the Bagel Emoji, who's got it right? Stolen Apple IDs and Alipay, China won't say how much was stolen! Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: Strad Style Alex's Pick: Tayasui Sketches Lori's Pick: Libratone Zipp Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, and Alex Lindsay Guest: Lory Gil Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: ZipRecruiter.com/macbreak FreshBooks.com/macbreak LastPass.com/twit

Bloomberg's Alleged Chinese Chip hack: Is it for real? AnandTech's incredibly in-depth iPhone XS Review iOS 12.0.1 fixes charging and data bugs Apple Watch Series 4 crashes due to Daylight Saving Time Minecraft for Apple TV canceled due to lack of interest Intel's new processors: still 14nm, but maybe powerful enough for a Mac Pro? Picks of the Week: Andy's Pick: Aurora HDR 2019 Alex's Pick: Hestan Cue Rene's Pick: Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee Leo's Pick: Nomad Shel Cordovan Apple Watch Strap Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: WAYFAIR.COM/MACBREAK promo code MACBREAK WordPress.com/macbreak RocketMortgage.com/Macbreak

iPhone XS charging issues ITC Judge: iPhones infringe Qualcomm patent, but can still be imported Apple store robbers busted Apple Memoji trademark lawsuit iPhone XS camera: face smoothing or noise removal? 70 new emojis in iOS 12.1, including llamas, bagels, and redheads FBI forces suspect to unlock iPhone X with Face ID Picks of the Week: Rene's Pick: Linea Go! Alex's Pick: Cinema 4D r20 Andy's Pick: Freewrite Traveller Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: slack.com ITPro.TV/macbreak - use code: MACBREAK30 trespontas.com/macbreak promo code MACBREAK

Everything you need to know about MacOS Mojave Why you should use iOS 12 Shortcuts New iPads coming this October What it means that iPhone XR isn't 1080p iPhone XS camera is second to one iPhone XS blows away the benchmarks Apple Watch teardown: what's inside Testing fall detection on 9/22 Apple wants federal privacy regulation Apple TV plans: "expensive NBC" Picks of the Week Rene's Pick: Shortcuts Guides Andy's Pick: iPhone XS Apple Store "Demo Mode" Animation Alex's Pick: MotionVFX MO2 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: LastPass.com/twit gazelle.com twit.cachefly.com

Why we're waiting for the iPhone XR Tim Cook on iPhone pricing Why only China is getting dual-SIM iPhones iPhone XS Max 512 vs MacBook Pro 13" Where was the AirPower? iOS 12 is here! Get Shortcuts now. So is watchOS 5 and tvOS 12 Why Apple had to delete that guy's iTunes movies Looking back at Apple's Infinite Loop campus Picks of the Week: Megan's Pick: Lifesum Health App Andy's Pick: Things 3.7 for iOS 12 and watchOS 5 Adam's Pick: Affinity Publisher beta Alex's Pick: Sound Devices MixPre-3 Hosts: Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Megan Morrone Guest: Adam Engst Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: FreshBooks.com/macbreak RocketMortgage.com/Macbreak ZipRecruiter.com/macbreak

Apple Watch Series 4 takes heartrate scanning to the next level with ECG and AFib detection. Should Android users be able to use the Apple Watch? iPhone Xs, Xs Max, Xr: great phones with not-so-great names. Say goodbye to headphone jacks forever - you won't even get a free dongle. Where was all the other stuff? iPad? Mac? Especially AirPower? Tips and Picks: Alex's Pick: Wero Watch Holder Kelly's Pick: Kitten Stuff Done Kickstarter Andy's Tip: Label your rechargeable batteries Hosts: Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Kelly Guimont Guest: Steven Aquino Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: WordPress.com/macbreak getquip.com/twit ITPro.TV/macbreak - use code: MACBREAK30

Apple sends out invitations for its September 12th announcement; frantic analysis ensues. Here's a sneak peek at the new iPhone XS. It's very gold. While we're at it, here's a look at the Apple Watch Series 4. It's very complicated. Apple self-driving car gets rear-ended while going 1 mph. Apple's AR Glasses get some new lenses. Is it time to break up Facebook? Picks of the Week Lory's Pick: Nomad Slim Wallet Alex's Pick: Metal Prints Andy's Pick: MacUser "Eddy" Award Rene's Pick: Creative selection by Ken Kocienda Hosts: Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Guest: Lory Gil Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: trespontas.com/macbreak promo code MACBREAK RocketMortgage.com/Macbreak slack.com

New iPhones coming September 12th? Might not have 3D Touch or Pencils, but could have new colors and bigger screens. New Apple Watches might lose the bezel. Rating Tim Cook's first seven years as CEO at Apple. Steve Jobs' biggest moneymaker: the history of Pixar. Apple gets a patent for Steve Jobs Theater. Tesla shedding workers, Apple scooping them up. How much will drivers hate Waymo? Lisa Jobs talks about her dad in a new memoir. Picks of the Week Rene's Pick: Apple iPhone X Leather Case Andy's Pick: Blackrapid Double Breathe camera sling Alex's Pick: Logitech Slim Combo 10.5 inch iPad Case Leo's Pick: PhotoCard by Bill Atkinson Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: twit.cachefly.com getquip.com/twit MasterClass.com/MACBREAK

Coming this fall: new MacBook Air with a retina screen and "Pro" Mac Mini. Also coming: iPhones and Apple Watches. All signs point to an announcement on September 12th. Also (maybe) coming: Apple car may launch between 2023 and 2025. Or never. MacBook Pro Speaker Crackling Issue is a real thing. Australian teen hacky hack hacks Apple. Apple vs Yahoo Japan Open the pod bay doors, Tim. Happy 20th B-day, iMac! Tips and Picks Alex's Pick: Colie Wertz Rene's Picks: Pokemon Go Celebi quest and new Phillips Hue lights Andy's Tip: Apple Watches with swelled batteries are still under warranty! Leo's Pick: The Iconic Pillow Collection by Throwboy Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: RocketMortgage.com/Macbreak casper.com/macbreak - promo code MACBREAK LastPass.com/twit

Apple wants more subscription apps in the App Store. Macs get hacked at Black Hat and DEF CON. iPhone rumor roundup: 512gb, Pencil support, wireless charging. More rumors: new MacBooks and AirPods on the way? Opera hits Apple Music. The "It's Always Sunny" gang hits Apple TV. Ralph Nader hits Apple's supply chain wages. Doug Field returns to Apple from Tesla. Picks of the Week: Andy's Picks: Butler Soy Curls and Spyglass GPS Rene's Picks: Vector Pins and Fantastical Alex's Pick: Pixel Conduit Leo's Pick: Sal Soghoian on Triangulation Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: molekule.com promo code MACBREAK ZipRecruiter.com/macbreak getquip.com/twit

Another great quarterly earnings report kicks Apple's market cap past the one trillion dollar mark. Apple Pay rated best for peer-to-peer payments. Safari is the #1 mobile browser in U.S. iOS 12 Beta shows icons for larger iPhone X Plus and home button-free iPad. Apple chipmaker TSMC hit by WannaCry. Android Fortnite to skip Google Play store. Alex Jones out of Apple podcasts, still in App Store. Apple Watch jailbroken. Picks of the Week Alex's Pick: Illustrator to Keynote conversion tool Rene's pick: Teleprompter+ 3 Andy's Pick: Fantastic Four relaunch by Dan Slott Leo's Pick: The Pudding Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Sponsors: SlideBelts.com/TWIT code: TWIT trespontas.com/macbreak promo code MACBREAK RocketMortgage.com/Macbreak

Will todays Q3 earnings report be enough to push Apple past the magic $1 trillion mark? iPad Rumors: goodbye headphone jack, hello Face ID. iOS 12 beta 5 looks like the last beta before the real thing. iPhone 8 beats iPhone 10. Time Bandits TV series coming to your Apple TV. Samsung's "Ingenius" ads take on the iPhone Picks of the Week: Alex's Pick: The Economist (Audio version) Andy's Pick: MacBook Pro broken screen discussions Rene's Pick: Creative Selection by Ken Kocienda Hosts: Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Alex Lindsay, and Rene Ritchie Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Bandwidth for MacBreak Weekly is provided by CacheFly. Sponsors: MasterClass.com/MACBREAK LastPass.com/twit