Tim Cook’s ingenious plan to save you from tariffs (CultCast #697)
Send us a text!Send us a voicemail!This week: Tim Cook’s plan to save you from tariffs on your next Apple purchase! Plus: The big upgrade the iPhone 17 Pro is sadly skipping, a weird new Apple website, major changes coming to the App Store — and more of your Speakpipe voicemails!This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.comEasily 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.Factor Meals. Treat yourself to Factor’s delicious, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Head over to FactorMeals.com/CultCast50off and use offer code FactorPodcast to get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box.This week’s stories:Apple plans to make all US iPhones in IndiaApple reportedly wants to make all iPhones it sells in the United States in India by next year to avoid the U.S.-China tariff war.iPhone 17 Pro might miss out on major display upgradeDue to scaling challenges, the iPhone 17 Pro lineup will not get an anti-reflective display coating as initially rumored.Apple soft-launches all-in-one site to follow celebsThe new Apple Snapshot celebrity website popped up Tuesday, showing fans celebs' work across Apple services. But it's weirdly limited so far.Despite tariff turmoil, Wall Street expects good news from AppleGet ready for the Apple financial results announcement: Wall Street anticipates a revenue increase despite trade challenges.Judge blasts Apple for willfully defying App Store’s anti-competition rulingApple willfully violated a court order limiting its anti-competitive App Store practices and taking commission on external transactions.Listener voicemailsGriffin’s guide on how to quit iCloud
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The insane thinness of the iPhone 17 Air! (CultCast #696)
Send us a text!Send us a voicemail!This week, we have our best look yet at iPhone 17 Air’s shocking thinness! Plus: Major power features coming to iOS and iPadOS 19, more thoughts on Switch 2 + Mario Kart World, our Sigma BF review — and we’ll wrap up with more of your totally weird voicemails!This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.comInsta360 X5 is the new flagship 360° camera from Insta360. To score a free 45-inch invisible selfie stick with your Insta360 X5 purchase, head to store.insta360.com and use the promo code CultCast — available for the first 30 purchases only.This week’s stories:New videos show shocking thinness of iPhone 17 AirNew videos show how shockingly thin iPhone 17 Air dummy units appear. One reviewer thinks customers won't want any other model.iPadOS 19 may add Mac-like home screen menu bariPadOS 19 will include a menu bar at the top of the screen like the one in macOS, according to a noted tipster on Thursday. If true, it’ll be a major step toward making iPads act more like Macs.iOS 19 might transform your iPhone into a mini MacYouTube: Mario Kart World DirectSigma BF is an Apple-esque camera for the pure joy of photography [Review]The Sigma BF is a full-frame camera with a beautiful design that centers on the pure joy of old-school photography.YouTube videoListener voicemails
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LEAKED: Apple’s plans for Vision Pro 2 AND Vision Air + iPadOS 19 overhaul! (CultCast #695)
Send us a text!Send us a voicemail!This week, we have details and leaked parts on the next TWO Vision headsets! Also, we’ll talk about the big iPadOS update on the way, our top Mac accessories and play more of your listener voicemails!This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.comEasily 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.This week’s stories:Apple may slim down the Vision Pro 2 in weight and costThe Vision Pro 2 could launch with a lighter design and a lower price, as Apple looks to beat Meta in the race to full-fledged smart glasses.Vision ‘Air’ headset could sport titanium parts and dark blue finishNew leaks point to a more-affordable Vision Pro alternative on the way: Apple's dark blue Vision 'Air' headset may shed weight and cost.Tariff relief for iPhone and Mac doesn’t last longiPhones and other electronics get only a temporary reprieve from tariffs, as the US eyes a special-focus tariff for them.iPadOS 19 may finally blur the line between iPad and MacApple may not bring macOS to iPad but it may give them the next best thing with iPadOS 19: a Mac-like experience.5 Mac accessories I can’t live withoutLogitech MX Keys SLogitech MX Master 3SBaseus Nomos 5-in-1 Charging StationBose QuietComfort headphonestinkerBOY ADB Keyboard/Mouse to USB ConverterApple Extended Keyboard IICalDigit TS5 PlusAirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)OWC ThunderBay 4 enclosureListener voicemails
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The biggest iOS 19 leak yet! (CultCast #694)
Send us a text!Send us a voicemail!This week, we have the biggest iOS 19 leak yet! Is it legit? Also, the iPhone 17 Pro might not be what we expect, tariffs starting to affect the iPhone, a secret trick to running ChatGPT on your iPhone, and rumors of something too good to be true we’ve been waiting for a long, long time…This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.comCultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 15 Pro, guitars, glasses and lenses sparkling clean! For a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a two free CarryCloths with any order $20+ at CultCloth.coThis week’s stories:iOS 19 leak reveals squircle icons and redesigned system appsAs part of the iOS 19's visual overhaul, Apple might adopt squircle icons and UI elements with a glossy look.Final iPhone 17 Pro design might defy the leaksApple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Pro series won’t feature the dramatic design changes that renders on the internet might lead you to believe.Customers worried about price hikes pack Apple Stores to buy iPhonesCustomers' fear of price increases due to tariffs appeared to drive a surge in iPhone sales over the weekend.Why an all-American iPhone is impossibleSorry to burst your bubble, but four huge obstacles mean an American-made iPhone simply isn’t in the cards.Automate your iPhone by voice alone via Vocal ShortcutsVocal Shortcuts let you control your phone by speaking a command out loud. Think “Hey Siri,” but for running your own custom actions.Instagram may finally release a native iPad appAfter a 15-year wait, Instagram could finally get around to releasing a native iPad app, as it looks to capitalize on TikTok's troubles.Listener voicemails
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The next big leaps for iPad and Apple Watch + SWITCH 2! (CultCast #693)
Send us a text!Send us a voicemail!This week, Apple is getting ready to launch the M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pro! Also, the future of Apple Health, the weird prototype Apple Watch and big news for iPhone game emulation. Finally: a surprise product unboxing and hands-on!This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.comFactor Meals. Treat yourself to Factor’s delicious, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Head over to FactorMeals.com/CultCast50off and use offer code FactorPodcast to get 50% off plus free shipping on 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.This week’s stories:Apple preps M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pro launch for later this yearApple's M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pros are reportedly all set to go official later this year, with modest spec bumps but few external changes.Apple plans to put an AI health coach on your devicesReady for an Apple AI health coach? The company may combine a revamped Health app with a sort of digital doctor within a year.Apple Watch 10 prototype reveals mysterious new health sensorAn Apple Watch 10 prototype shows a different health sensor array than the production model. Could it be long-awaited glucose monitoring?Delta emulator adds live online multiplayer for Nintendo DS gamesWith a new update, Delta iOS game emulator adds live online multiplayer functionality, delighting retro mobile gaming fans everywhere.Mystery product unboxingWatch this segment of the livestream on YouTubeAftershow: Nintendo Switch 2Nintendo Direct announcement
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