MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

The rumor mill has begun on the upcoming M4 chips. Could these M4 chips be a way for Apple to start pushing into the AI-powered device market? Apple notifies users in 92 countries about attempted spyware attacks on select iPhone users. And Apple expands repair options for its devices with support for used genuine Apple parts.

• Apple readies M4 chip Mac line, including new MacBook Air and Mac Pro.
• Apple is reportedly planning ...

When will new iPads be announced? Apple confirms layoffs are coming to the company, hitting the former Apple Car division and other sectors. Apple's App Store now allows for gaming emulators. Apple is also challenging ITC's ban on the Apple Watch pulse oximetry feature.

• When will Apple release the new iPad Pro?
• Apple explores home robotics as potential 'next big thing' after car fizzles.
• Apple cut at least 600 workers when ...

Does Apple need help with its approach to immersive videos? During its production, Jon Stewart was not allowed to interview the FCC chairwoman, Lina Kahn, on its Apple TV+ show. And, Apple sues a former employee for leaking the iPhone Journal app to the media.

• Apple's Immersive Video problem.
• MLB for visionOS strikes out on Opening Day.
• PSA: The MLB app doesn't work on the Mac anymore.
• MLB tvOS app adds Multiview, and it's...

In this week's episode, the gang discusses the DOJ antitrust lawsuit against Apple, the upcoming WWDC 2024 in June, Apple's chip vulnerability, and Tim Cook's goodwill tour in China. The panel also shares their thoughts on NAB 2024, Nikon's acquisition of RED, Canva's purchase of Affinity, and a recent auction of vintage Apple memorabilia.

• US Department of Justice and 18 state attorneys general sue Apple for violations of the...

Jason Snell is leading MacBreak Weekly again this week! Could Apple bring Google Gemini to its iPhones and iOS 18? You can now buy the M1 MacBook Air at Walmart for a very affordable price. And is it the end of Hackintosh?

• Apple in talks to license Google Gemini for iPhone, iOS 18 generative AI tools.
• "The full exchange between Riley Testut and Apple's Kyle Andeer re the Core Technology Fee..."
• Walmart brings the popular Ma...

Jason Snell is leading MacBreak Weekly as Leo Laporte is out this week. Apple initially blocked Epic's return to its App Store due to Tim Sweeney tweeting about Apple, then reversed their decision. Zuckerberg defends the Meta Quest 3 after someone criticized the headset on Threads. And could Apple TV+ follow a similar path to other streaming services and offer an ad-tier service?

• DMA be damned, Apple cuts off path to Epic Gam...

Apple released new 13" and 15" MacBook Airs with their M3 chips. Apple's been hit with a hefty €1.8 billion fine in the EU for breaking music streaming laws. And should you be wearing your Apple Vision Pro at your wedding?

• Apple launches new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip, support for two external displays, faster Wi-Fi.
• How I created the hybrid Mac-iPad laptop and tablet that Apple won't make.
• Apple hit with ...

Breaking news: Apple has canceled work on its electric car, shifting the team to work on generative AI instead. Apple gets post-quantum encryption in the iOS 17.4 update. Is Apple's FineWoven case any good? And did Microsoft try to sell its Bing search engine to Apple in 2018?

- Apple cancels work on electric car, shifts team to generative AI.
- Apple iOS 17.4: iMessage gets post-quantum encryption in new update.
- It's apparen...

Zuckerberg gave his thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro headset and firmly believes the Meta Quest 3 is the superior product: what a shock! Apple responds to Meta's plan to charge a 30% fee to advertisers that purchase boosted posts through Apple's App Store. Apple filmed the NBA Slam Dunk Contest for the Apple Vision Pro. And Apple finally confirms that you should not use rice to dry out your phone.

• Apple fans are starting to r...