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The MacRumors Show

The MacRumors Show

202 episodes

Join MacRumors' Dan Barbera and Hartley Charlton for discussion about all of the latest news and rumors from the world of Apple. Whether you’re wondering what’s next for the iPhone, looking for insights into the rumor mill, or just have an interest in the latest gadgets, we’ll be bringing you everything you need to know about the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and more.

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  1. 215: iPhone Duo Arrives, Touchscreen MacBooks Next Up

    · 51 min · Episode 215

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through the reception to the iPhone Duo as it goes on sale today, what to expect from next week's "Pro and tell" experience, and the iPod's 25th anniversary. 00:00…

  2. 214: Was Apple's HomeView Worth the Wait?

    · 56 min · Episode 214

    Apple this week finally announced the HomePod mini 2, a new Apple TV 4K, and its "HomeView" smart home hub. On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through our reactions to the announcements. 00:00 Intro…

  3. 213: Apple’s All-New Smart Home Products Are Coming

    · 48 min · Episode 213

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we look ahead to Apple's recently announced October 13 event and its expected push into the smart home market, including a dedicated home hub, the HomePod mini 2, and a new…

  4. 212: Are the iPhone 18 Pro Cameras Actually Worth It? ft. Tyler Stalman

    · 47 min · Episode 212

    Photographer and videographer Tyler Stalman joins us on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show to examine whether the iPhone 18 Pro's camera is a compelling reason to upgrade, how its new features affect everyday…

  5. 211: The iPhone Duo Debate Continues

    · 57 min · Episode 211

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we revisit the iPhone Duo debate, early impressions of AirPods 5, and the merits of Apple's latest iPhone and Apple Watch upgrades. 00:00 Intro 03:41 iPhone Duo Hype and…

  6. 210: Apple Surprise and Shine Recap: iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro & More!

    · 1 h 16 min · Episode 210

    Apple just had one of its biggest product launches in years. On this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show, we share our first reactions to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12, AirPods 5, and…

  7. 209: iPhone 18 Pro & iPhone Ultra Event Expectations

    · 50 min · Episode 209

    Ahead of Apple's "Surprise and shine" event on September 9, we talk through everything to expect on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show. 00:00 Intro 04:37 AirPods 5 predictions 09:26 Apple Watch predictions…

  8. 208: Apple’s Surprisingly HUGE Week of Announcements

    · 47 min · Episode 208

    It's been an unusually big week for Apple announcements. On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the new Mac mini and Mac Studio, the M6 and M5 Ultra chips, and invites to Apple's September event.…

  9. 207: What Apple MUST Get Right With Its Foldable iPhone Ultra ft. Michael Fisher [MrMobile]

    · 59 min · Episode 207

    YouTuber Michael Fisher, known as “MrMobile,” joins us on this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show to talk through key rumors about the “iPhone Ultra” and how the device could compare to rivals. 00:00 Introduction…

  10. 206: Apple Watch’s Biggest Redesign Yet Is Coming

    · 45 min · Episode 206

    On this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the latest Apple Watch rumors, including the return of the white ceramic Apple Watch, modest upgrades coming to the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, and…

  11. 205: iPhone Air 2 - What Changes After a Difficult First Year

    · 44 min · Episode 205

    The iPhone Air reaches one year on sale next month, and Apple is now closer to launching its successor than it is to the original's debut. On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss what's next for the…

  12. 204: Revisiting iOS 27 Ahead of iPhone 18 Pro!

    · 33 min · Episode 204

    After over a month of testing iOS 27, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we circle back to the beta and talk through our experiences with Siri AI, Liquid Glass refinements, and more. iOS 27 is expected to…

  13. 203: Can OpenAI Actually Beat the iPhone?

    · 37 min · Episode 203

    This week's episode of The MacRumors Show covers OpenAI's move into hardware and the trade secret lawsuit Apple filed against the company earlier this month. Apple sued OpenAI in the Northern District of California on…

  14. 202: iPhone XX? Next Year's Major Upgrades Change Everything

    · 47 min · Episode 202

    This week's episode of The MacRumors Show looks ahead to the 20th anniversary iPhone, the radically redesigned model that Apple is expected to launch in 2027. 0:00 Introduction 1:51 What Will Apple Call the 20th…

  15. 201: Goodbye MacBook Pro? MacBook Ultra Is Coming!

    · 45 min · Episode 201

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the high-end of Apple's increasingly tangled MacBook lineup, including the entry-level MacBook Pro, the redesigned high-end models, and the rumored “MacBook…

  16. 200: Latest iPhone 18 Pro Leaks and Rumors

    · 52 min · Episode 200

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the latest leaks and rumors surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro. 01:30 Tata Electronics data leak discussion 02:49 iPhone 18 Pro's C2 modem: US.. vs. international…

  17. 199: The iPhone 18 Could Cost WAY More

    · 47 min · Episode 199

    This week’s episode of The MacRumors Show focuses on Apple’s surprise price hikes, the potential impact on the iPhone 18 lineup, new Apple Watch Ultra 4 rumors, and camera-equipped AirPods coming in 2027. 00:51 Apple…

  18. 198: Hands-On With iOS 27, Brutal watchOS 27 Cuts, and More

    · 54 min · Episode 198

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we continue unpacking WWDC 2026 and take a closer look at iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and Apple's other new software updates coming this fall. 00:00 — Intro & beta check-in…

  19. 197: WWDC 2026 Recap: Siri AI, Apple Intelligence in Apps, and More

    · 46 min · Episode 197

    On this week’s special episode of The MacRumors Show, we break down everything Apple announced at WWDC 2026, including the all-new Siri AI, major Apple Intelligence upgrades, performance improvements across every…

  20. 196: Siri’s Make-or-Break Moment at WWDC 2026

    · 52 min · Episode 196

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through all of the major rumors surrounding Apple's announcements at WWDC 2026. 00:00 Introduction 01:50 Why This WWDC Matters 02:58 The New Siri App 06:32 Siri…

  21. 195: WWDC 2026 Promises Apple Intelligence and Siri Upgrades

    · 44 min · Episode 195

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote date, the sweeping Siriredesign coming in iOS 27, Apple's latest accessibility feature previews, and the hinge troubles reportedly…

  22. 194: Should Apple Be Worried About Gemini Intelligence?

    · 43 min · Episode 194

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Google's latest wave of announcements for Android and Gemini, the newly announced Fitbit Air, and Apple Watch Series 12 rumors. The centerpiece of Google's…

  23. 193: Is Apple DOWNGRADING the iPhone 18 Due to Memory Shortage?

    · 43 min · Episode 193

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through how the global memory shortage is forcing Apple's hand across multiple key products, killing configurations, delaying launches, and prompting spec decisions…

  24. 192: Your Tech Questions Answered

    · 44 min · Episode 192

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we answer your listener questions about the future of Apple's product lineup, the software and services shaping the ecosystem, and our own personal histories with the…

  25. 191: Tim Cook Is Out as Apple CEO

    · 37 min · Episode 191

    On this week's special episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's bombshell announcement that Tim Cook will step down as CEO on September 1, 2026, with hardware engineering chief John Ternus set to succeed him.…

  26. 190: Major iPad Mini Redesign Coming Soon/What’s Next for the iPad

    · 44 min · Episode 190

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through Apple's upcoming overhaul of the iPad mini and iPad Air, looking at the future of the product lineup as a whole. The headline upgrade is a switch from LCD…

  27. 189: The Latest iPhone Fold/Ultra Rumors

    · 38 min · Episode 189

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss all of the rumors surrounding Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone, now said to be called the “iPhone Ultra," which is shaping up to be a comprehensive redesign…

  28. 188: Everything We Know About iPhone 18 Pro

    · 43 min · Episode 188

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through everything the iPhone 18 Pro will feature, according to the latest rumors. Following last year's major redesign, the iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to…

  29. 187: Apple Announces WWDC 2026 & Teases New AI Features

    · 42 min · Episode 187

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's announcement of its 37th annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWWDC), where the company is expected to unveil a major Siri overhaul alongside iOS 27,…

  30. 186: Surprise AirPods Max 2 Announcement—Worth Upgrading?

    · 45 min · Episode 186

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's surprise announcement of the AirPods Max 2 this week. The AirPods Max 2 introduce a range of improvements primarily driven by the addition of Apple's H2…

  31. 185: MacBook Neo Is Here — Should You Buy Apple’s $599 Laptop?

    · 49 min · Episode 185

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss first impressions of the MacBook Neo, Studio DisplayXDR, and iPhone 17e. Following its announcement last week, the MacBook Neo arrived this week. Unlike every…

  32. 184: Apple Experience Recap: $599 MacBook Neo Announced!

    · 1 h 03 min · Episode 184

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's concentrated week of announcements that saw the introduction of 10 new products. The most significant announcement of the week was the MacBook Neo, an…

  33. 183: What's Coming at the March 4th 'Apple Experience'?

    · 41 min · Episode 183

    Earlier this week, Apple today a "special Apple Experience" for the media in New York, London, and Shanghai, taking place on March 4, 2026 at 9:00am ET. It is notable that Apple is specifically using the word…

  34. 182: iPhone 17e Coming Soon But Revamped Siri Delayed Again?

    · 40 min · Episode 182

    We discuss the upcoming iPhone 17e and iPad models, as well as Apple's apparent issues finalizing the revamped version of Siri, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show. The announcement of the iPhone 17e is said…

  35. 181: All the New Macs Coming This Year

    · 44 min · Episode 181

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss all of the new Macs Apple is expected to release this year, starting with the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro. Following the release of the M5 MacBook Pro last…

  36. 180: Apple Launches AirTag 2 and Apple Creator Studio

    · 44 min · Episode 180

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's newly launched AirTag 2 and Apple Creator Studio. Earlier this week, Apple announced the second-generation AirTag, marking the first major update to its…

  37. 179: Siri Chatbot and Apple AI Pin

    · 44 min · Episode 179

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's plan to turn Siri into an chatbot with iOS 27, alongside plans for new hardware such as an AI pin. Apple reportedly plans to turn Siri into a chatbot…

  38. 178: Reflecting on CES 2026, Apple Creator Studio and Gemini-Powered Siri

    · 51 min · Episode 178

    On this year's first episode of The MacRumors Show, we take a look at CES 2026, Apple Creator Studio, and the confirmation that Google Gemini will power the next-generation version of Siri. Following CES 2026, we talk…

  39. 177: Apple’s 2025 Year-in-Review

    · 1 h 02 min · Episode 177

    On this year's final episode of The MacRumors Show, we take a look back at all of Apple's major announcements and new products from 2025. In February, Apple introduced the iPhone 16e, positioned as a replacement for…

  40. 176: Apple Has Been Quiet About Displays and That Might Be Ending

    · 32 min · Episode 176

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through Apple's plans to refresh the Studio Display and Pro Display XDR. Apple's next-generation Studio Display is widely expected to feature the same 27-inch…

  41. 175: Galaxy Z Trifold vs. Apple’s Foldable iPhone

    · 51 min · Episode 175

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Samsung's new Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone and how it could compare to Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone. Samsung this week introduced the Galaxy Z TriFold, its…

  42. 174: Apple’s Big Plans for iPad Mini

    · 46 min · Episode 174

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through the latest rumors about Apple's upcoming iPad mini 8. The next-generation version of the iPad mini is expected to feature an OLED display, as part of…

  43. 173: iPhone 18 Pro Looks Like a Huge Upgrade

    · 34 min · Episode 173

    On this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through all of the new features and improvements expected to come to next year’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. Apple’s next-generation iPhones are…

  44. 172: iPhone Pocket Launches and iPhone Air 2 Delayed

    · 39 min · Episode 172

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's new iPhone Pocket accessory, the future of Apple Fitness+, and the iPhone Air 2's delayed launch. Apple this week announced the iPhone Pocket, a…

  45. 171: AirPods Pro 3 and What's Coming Next

    · 41 min · Episode 171

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the AirPods Pro 3 and the future of the AirPods lineup as a whole. Apple introduced the AirPods Pro 3 in September, featuring a more refined design, improved…

  46. 170: Giving Apple Vision Pro Another Chance

    · 39 min · Episode 170

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we dive back into the Vision Pro. Apple's new Vision Pro headset features the M5 chip for better performance and efficiency, 10% more rendered pixels, a refresh rate of up…

  47. 169: Apple's iPhone Air Is in Trouble

    · 37 min · Episode 169

    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the latest rumors about the iPhone Air not selling as well as Apple hoped. There have been many recent reports suggesting the iPhone Air has failed to catch on…

  48. 168: Apple’s Three New M5 Products Officially Announced!

    · 47 min · Episode 168

    On this episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through Apple's all-new M5 chip and the three updated devices it announced containing it this week. Apple this week announced the M5 chip, featuring improved performance…

  49. 167: Three New Budget Apple Devices Coming Soon

    · 31 min · Episode 167

    On this episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through Apple's plan to unveil three new entry-level devices early next year. The iPhone 17e is expected to be a minor upgrade over this year's 16e, launching in early…

  50. 166: Huge Leaks Show What Apple Products Are Coming Next

    · 42 min · Episode 166

    On this episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the latest leaks about the next-generation iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, Studio Display, and Vision Pro. Earlier this week, an apparent unboxing video of an updated iPad Pro…

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