Best Chancer Miller Podcasts (2024)

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Happy Hour: 500th episode Ask9to5Mac special 1:12:19

1h ago1:12:19

1:12:19

Benjamin and Chance answer some Ask9to5Mac questions to celebrate Happy Hour’s 500th episode, with commentary on upcoming Apple products, as well as some meta questions about the podcast itself. They also chat about the fact that Apple Podcasts is now available on the web, and how the rumored brown iPhone 16 is actually be in vogue. And in Happy Ho…

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Redesigned M4 Mac mini, iPhone NFC access, Apple home robots 1:06:46

42m ago1:06:46

1:06:46

Benjamin and Chance get excited about the news of an enticing Mac mini redesign coming this fall, talk about the changes in the latest iOS 18 betas, and question the appeal of the rumored $1000 table-top HomePod device. Plus, Apple tries to appease regulators with new policies for iPhone NFC and external link outs in the EU. And in Happy Hour Plus,…

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Sequoia screen recording nags, iOS 18 Photos app changes, Apple Arcade woes 1:15:12

5d ago1:15:12

1:15:12

Benjamin and Chance give their feedback on the new features unveiled in iOS 18 beta 5, including Distraction Control and significant Photos app design changes. Apple oversteps the mark with screen recording permission dialogs in macOS Sequoia, the DOJ wins their antitrust case against Google, game developers report frustrations with Apple Arcade, a…

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Hands on with Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1, new iPhone 16 colors revealed 1:14:33

11d ago1:14:33

1:14:33

Benjamin and Chance spend most of the episode discussing iOS 18.1 with the debut of the first Apple Intelligence beta. That includes the new Writing Tools, notification summaries and Reduce Interruptions focus mode. It also features a new design for Siri, but lacks most of the new Siri functionality set to come later, which seems like an unenforced…

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Wild iPhone 17 rumors, iOS 18 beta 4, TV+ budget concerns 1:42:54

19d ago1:42:54

1:42:54

Benjamin and Chance talk about the week’s Apple’s news and rumors, including some wild details about the direction of the new ‘Slim’ model coming in the iPhone 17 next year, iOS 18 beta 4, Apple Maps launches on the web, and there’s some new Vision Pro content announcements. Apple TV+ is also in focus as Apple reportedly looks to license more catal…

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iOS 18 public beta, ‘new’ HomePod, Apple Intelligence data controversy 1:10:42

1M ago1:10:42

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Benjamin and Chance give their thoughts on their favorite iOS 18 features, the ongoing debate about the redesigned Photos app, and more changes, as the OS hits public beta. There’s also been some focus on the data used to train Apple Intelligence, and Apple even released a ‘new’ HomePod this week. And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance explains why Matter …

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iOS 18 beta 3, plastic Apple Watch SE, Mayo’s Vision Pro experience 1:29:57

1M ago1:29:57

1:29:57

Benjamin finally gets a chance to try a Vision Pro for himself. iOS 18 beta 3 includes some welcome changes to the Photos app and the emoji keyboard, and tvOS beta adds InSight for the first time. There’s also rumors of a rigid plastic Apple Watch, and Ming-Chi Kuo lays out a roadmap for the iPhone’s telephoto zoom lens. And in Happy Hour Plus, Ben…

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iPhone longevity, Apple Watch Series 10 rumors, AirPods with cameras in 2026 45:03

2M ago45:03

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Benjamin and Chance reflect on all the week’s Apple news in this July holiday episode. Apple has released a new whitepaper on Apple device longevity, as right-to-repair regulation takes hold. The Apple Watch Series 10 this year might not be the drastic Series X redesign we’d all been hoping for, and Kuo expects AirPods Pro with infrared cameras to …

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Beats Pill returns, iOS 18 beta 2 features, EU regulatory ramifications continue 1:17:33

2M ago1:17:33

1:17:33

Benjamin and Chance react to all the new features in iOS 18 beta 2, and the fact that most of those features won’t be available in the European Union as Apple worries about DMA compliance concerns. In other EU legal news, the commission threatens fines for Apple’s anti-steering policies, and is officially investigating the Core Technology Fee. Also…

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Thinner design Apple products, bigger screen Apple Watch rumors, more iOS 18 tidbits 1:00:37

2M ago1:00:37

1:00:37

Benjamin and Chance are back with a review of this week’s Apple news, including thoughts on the rumored bigger watch sizes coming this fall, Apple’s plans to design thinner iPhone and MacBook Pro models, and the abrupt cancellation of Apple Pay Later. We also have unearthed even more interesting changes found in the first iOS 18 beta. And in Happy …

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iOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS Sequoia and Apple Intelligence event reactions 2:44:10

2M ago2:44:10

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In this bumper edition, Benjamin and Chance react to everything Apple announced at WWDC 2024, including all the new features in iOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and tvOS 18, and the suite of announcements under the banner of Apple Intelligence, as Apple sets its AI strategy. And in Happy Hour Plus, we have even more thoughts on WWDC an…

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WWDC expectations for iOS 18, visionOS 2, Siri and more 1:34:01

3M ago1:34:01

1:34:01

Benjamin and Chance run down the WWDC expectations, and debate whether reality will match the hype. There’s certainly a lot expected, with major new features for the iOS 18 home screen, Control Center, and a veritable AI infusion across Apple’s platforms. We give our thoughts on what we are most excited to see announced. Plus, Apple accidentally mi…

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Foldable iPad rumors, iOS 18 home screen updates and AI privacy details 1:06:07

3M ago1:06:07

1:06:07

Benjamin and Zac discuss the curious rumors about a 20-inch foldable iPad/MacBook, and the latest Vision Pro content developments. iOS 18 may let users change the icons of the apps on their home screen, but how exactly? We also have more insight into Apple’s AI plans and its approach to handling user data privacy while remaining feature competitive…

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iPhone 17 Ultra rumors, Apple Music rumors, iOS 17.5.1 deleted photos bug 45:55

3M ago45:55

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Benjamin and Chance react to the surprise reports of a major form-factor change coming to the iPhone in 2025, with the addition of a new redesigned ‘Ultra’ model priced above the current Pro Max. The Plus is also expected to go away next year. iOS 17.5.1 includes a fix for the deleted photos bug but Apple yet again neglects to explain what happened…

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New iPad Pro released, iOS 18 accessibility features, Apple AI servers 55:43

3M ago55:43

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Benjamin gives his thoughts on his brief experience using the new M4 iPad Pro hardware, while Chance ponders a purchase. Apple previews some exciting new iOS 18 accessibility features, and we gist more insight into Apple’s AI plans with reports that the company is already hosting Apple Silicon chips in its server farms. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benj…

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New iPad Pro, iPad Air, and M4 chip Apple event reactions 1:25:22

4M ago1:25:22

1:25:22

Benjamin and Chance react to all the announcements out of the spring ‘Let Loose’ event, including the radically thin new iPad Pro, the new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air lineup, what to expect from the M4 chip, and how the event compared to their expectations going in overall. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance reflect on how they feel the v…

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Beats Solo Buds, surprising iPad Pro specs, and iOS 18 rumors 59:52

4M ago59:52

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Benjamin and Chance assess the final iPad rumors ahead of next week’s ‘Let Loose’ event. Beats launches an incredibly compelling new addition to their headphones lineup, the Beats Solo Buds. At the same time, Apple fails to acknowledge what happened with people getting locked out of their Apple IDs over the weekend, in the same week as it releases …

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iPad Apple event announced, FineWoven winding down, Apple TV FIFA deal 1:16:56

4M ago1:16:56

1:16:56

Benjamin and Chance get hyped for the just-announced Apple event, entitled ‘Let Loose’ set for May 7, in which we expect Apple to finally update the iPad hardware lineup. There’s also rumors that Apple is preparing to end FineWoven case production, and a weird curio that the iPhone 17 Plus screen may get slightly smaller. Elsewhere, AirPlay for hot…

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iOS 17.5 beta 2, M4 Mac schedule, Humane Pin reviews 57:58

4M ago57:58

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Benjamin and Chance discuss the latest in Apple news, including Web Distribution for EU users launching in iOS 17.5 beta 2, we get our first sense of the M4 Mac release scheduled and the company opens up its third-party repair policies further. Also, the Humane Ai Pin debuts to a very mixed critical response. And in Happy Hour Plus, we talk about o…

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iOS 18 rumors, game emulators in the App Store, Vision Pro camera access 47:25

5M ago47:25

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Benjamin and Chance delve into the latest rounds of iOS 18 rumors, including a curious discovery of a new ‘Safari browser assistant’ in development. Apple has also changed the rules surrounding game emulators in the App Store, with somewhat unclear implications. Apple News+ adds a new Quartile word puzzle, and the wait for the new iPad Pro continue…

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Apple home robots, Spatial Personas on Vision Pro, iOS 17.5 beta 58:38

5M ago58:38

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Benjamin and Chance discuss the bizarre idea that Apple is interested in making a humanoid robot to help with household chores, as its “next big thing”. Also, Apple launches the first ever sports ‘film’ shot in Immersive Video, and releases Spatial Personas for all Vision Pro users. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin discusses the frustrations of dri…

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WWDC 2024 announced, DOJ sues Apple 1:31:49

5M ago1:31:49

1:31:49

Benjamin and Chance go deep on the Department of Justice vs. Apple suit, in which the DOJ alleges Apple’s iPhone monopoly is illegally maintained. In happier news, Apple announced the dates for WWDC 2024 where we expect to see major AI announcements as part of iOS 18, and much more. And in Happy Hour Plus, we rank our favorite WWDC invite artwork f…

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Apple turns to Google for iOS 18 AI features, new AirPods with noise canceling, anti-reflective iPad screens 53:24

5M ago53:24

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Benjamin and Chance react to the news that Apple is partnering with Google to use their Gemini models to power some AI features coming in iOS 18. Also, there’s more details about the two new AirPods models set to debut later this year. There’s also rumors about anti-reflective matte screens for iPhone and iPad, and Walmart announces that it is sell…

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Apple’s latest DMA changes, new iPad Pro details, Apple AI ads platform 1:06:52

6M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Benjamin and Chance analyze the latest round of Apple’s changes to appease the EU, get hyped for the impending 2024 iPad Pro features, and news that Apple is testing an AI platform for advertising. Apple Arcade is the topic in Happy Hour Plus, as we discuss how the service stacks up today compared to how it was presented in 2019. Sponsored by Fast …

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M3 MacBook Air, iOS 17.4 released, Apple TV+ content catalog 1:12:10

6M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

Benjamin and Chance analyze what’s new in the just-announced M3 MacBook Air and praise the MacBook Air lineup as it stands today, iOS 17.4 brings a whole host of changes to comply with the EU Digital Markets Act, and Apple TV+ launches a limited time catalog of movies to watch. Chance also gives us a one-month check in on the Vision Pro. And in Hap…

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Apple Car canceled, iOS 18 design changes, AirPods with cameras 45:20

6M ago45:20

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Benjamin and Chance react to the shock news of the cancellation of the long-gestating Apple Car project, and Mark Gurman details some of the future wearables Apple is pondering including smart glasses, rings, and AirPods earbuds with integrated cameras. We are also anticipating some design changes in iOS 18, but recognize Apple has likely learned t…

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Apple AI coming to Spotlight search, new Sports app, iPhone 15 battery re-rated 1:19:10

6M ago1:19:10

1:19:10

The Apple news cycle continues apace this week, with the company launching a brand new app, Sports, for sports scores. The iPhone 15 battery is now rated for twice as many charge cycles, along with a redesigned Battery UI in iOS 17.4. Apple is reportedly planning new AI features for both Spotlight search and Xcode code completion, and the EU readie…

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HomePod with a screen leaks, foldable iPhone rumors, visionOS 1.1 features 1:23:07

6M ago1:23:07

1:23:07

Benjamin and Chance discuss the tantalizing references to a HomePod with some kind of screen found in iOS 17.4 beta 3, the App Store Review process has an embarrassing week, and The Information reports Apple is still working on foldable iPhone prototypes. Chance also bought the developer strap for the Apple Vision Pro, while some other launch day b…

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The one-week hands on review of Apple Vision Pro 1:41:28

7M ago1:41:28

1:41:28

Chance has had his Apple Vision Pro for about one week, and we all have a lot of thoughts about Apple’s brand new platform. A truly new Apple product doesn’t come along very often, and this is a particularly special one. We go deep on the Vision Pro hardware, comfort, what it’s like using Vision Pro for media and productivity, Personas, FaceTime, r…

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EU App Store sideloading and commission changes, Vision Pro reviews, iOS 17.4 features 1:39:05

7M ago1:39:05

1:39:05

Benjamin and Chance deep dive into all the App Store changes announced in response to the EU Digital Markets Act, and debate whether anyone is incentivized to make the leap. Also, the first Apple Vision Pro reviews have dropped ahead of its Friday release, and iOS 17.4 brings some fun new features and code references look ahead to iOS 18's AI integ…

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iPhone 16 rumors, revised Apple Car expectations, and Apple’s unflinching 27% cut 1:00:44

7M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Benjamin and Chance talk about all the latest Apple news from this week, including some new iPhone 16 rumors on tech specs and capabilities of the new Capture Button, incentives for artists to produce Spatial Audio music, and the latest installment in the Apple Watch ban saga. Plus, Ford has some CarPlay announcements in the same week that Apple’s …

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Apple Vision Pro specs, preorders, and more hands-on experiences 1:10:09

7M ago1:10:09

1:10:09

Chance talks about his second time going hands-on with the Apple Vision Pro, including trying the newly announced Disney+ experiences. We also discuss the preorder process, and the newly released tech specs and accessories for Apple’s upcoming headset. There’s also an ongoing debacle about exactly what third party apps, if any, will be available on…

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Vision Pro launch details, iPhone camera upgrades, AirTag 2 rumors 57:50

8M ago57:50

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Benjamin and Chance discuss Apple’s announcement of Vision Pro pre-orders and launch dates, and dive into what we still don’t know. Also, Ming-Chi Kuo has some details on future iPhone camera upgrades, Apple’s anti-trust concerns continue, and the latest Apple TV+ news. Sponsored by HelloFresh: Use code happyhourfree for FREE breakfast for life! He…

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Vision Pro launch nears, CarPlay roadtrip, Apple AI deals 1:11:06

8M ago1:11:06

1:11:06

Benjamin and Chance are back from the holidays. Chance retells his experience using CarPlay and EV routing in Apple Maps, the Apple Watch is (temporarily?) back on shelves, Apple is reportedly in talks with news publishers about licensing content for its AI systems, and all signs point to an impending Vision Pro release. Sponsored by Zocdoc: Go to …

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2023 Apple year in review: iPhone 15, 15-inch MacBook Air, Vision Pro unveiling, and more 1:15:09

8M ago1:15:09

1:15:09

Benjamin and Chance look back on the year in Apple news, assessing the state of the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and the rest of Apple’s product lineup in light of the 2023 releases, and what is rumored to come in 2024. Sponsored by Pillow: Pillow is an all-in-one sleep-tracking solution to help you get a better night’s sleep. Use code HAPPYHOUR23 to unlock …

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Apple Watch sales ban, next-gen CarPlay previewed, Ask9to5Mac 1:01:06

8M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Benjamin and Chance discuss the wild situation of the Apple Watch sales ban in the US as part of an ongoing patent dispute with Masimo over blood oxygen sensor patents. Also, Apple has finally shared details of the first vehicles featuring next-generation CarPlay, Apple News+ adds The Athletic, and we round out the year with some #Ask9to5Mac questi…

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iOS 17.2 released, Stolen Device Protection, Beeper blocked 52:04

9M ago52:04

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iOS 17.2 is finally here, and Benjamin and Chance break down all the new features. iOS 17.3 introduces new opt-in measures to protect against shoulder surfing thieves. Also, Apple blocks Beeper Mini, launches a USB-C case for AirPods Pro 2, and plans to start offering incentives for artists to make their songs available in Spatial Audio on Apple Mu…

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M3 MacBook Air coming early 2024, Beeper brings iMessage to Android, iOS 17.2 beta features 1:09:01

9M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

iOS 17.2 beta release candidate is here with a few surprise changes in store, while Apple formally retires the iTunes TV Shows and Movies apps in tvOS. An impressive new app called Beeper brings iMessage to Android in the right way. There’s also talk of an Apple-Paramount streaming bundle, and the M3 MacBook Air might be released sooner than we tho…

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iOS 17.2 beta 4, Vision Pro launch date, Apple Card partnership falters 1:01:30

9M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

Chance has some more thoughts about his new MacBook Pro, then he and Benjamin dive into the changes in iOS 17.2 beta 4, Apple services debut their Year-in-Review press, Apple seems to be on the edge of ditching Goldman Sachs for the Apple Card, and there are even more hints about when we can expect the Vision Pro to actually go on sale. Sponsored b…

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RCS coming to iPhone, Apple Black Friday, Ask9to5Mac 58:41

9M ago58:41

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Benjamin and Chance react to the shocking news that Apple is adopting RCS for iPhone messaging, likely with iOS 18 next year, and its implications on the ecosystem at large. We also answer your begging questions in #Ask9to5Mac, on this special holiday episode. Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate! Sponsored by Roborock: Check out Roborock’s 20…

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New iOS 17.2 beta features, 2024 iPad roadmap, Vision Pro spatial videos 55:40

9M ago55:40

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Benjamin and Chance discuss the latest features in iOS 17.2, Mark Gurman teases a major ‘ambitious’ iOS 18 update, Ming-Chi Kuo provides a 2024 roadmap for what to expect from iPad hardware, and Apple gives some press a hands-on demo of spatial videos viewed through Apple Vision Pro. Sponsored by Pillow: Pillow is an all-in-one sleep-tracking solut…

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Hands on with the new MacBook Pro, iOS 17.2 features, future of the iMac 1:20:22

10M ago1:20:22

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Following the review embargo lifting for the M3 iMac and MacBook Pro lineup this week, Chance talks about his hands-on experience with the new MacBook Pro. Benjamin and Chance also discuss the uncharacteristic Apple PR statement about the future of the iMac roadmap, the disappointing outlook for the AirPods Max, and all the new features coming in i…

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M3 chip announced, new MacBook Pro and iMac reactions 1:04:54

10M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Benjamin and Chance discuss everything Apple announced at its October Halloween-themed event, including all the nuances of the M3 Apple Silicon generation, the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, and the (somewhat) updated iMac. Sponsored by HelloFresh: Use code happyhourfree for FREE breakfast for life! HelloFresh is America’s #1 meal kit. Sponso…

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Apple October event, M3 Macs, AI features in iOS 18, AirPods rumors 1:18:00

10M ago1:18:00

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Benjamin and Chance are thrilled to see Apple switching it up a bit for this end-of-month video event streaming, for the first time, in the evening. They talk about what they expect to see at the start of the M3 Apple Silicon Mac generation. iOS 17.1 has shipped with some cool new additions to Apple Music, meanwhile Apple is said to be hard at work…

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New Apple Pencil, cheaper Vision Pro details, iPhone 15 sales stumble 1:09:07

10M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

Benjamin and Chance analyze the good and (mostly) bad of the Apple Pencil lineup, following the announcement of the new USB-C model this week. Also, there are details about what Apple will cut from a cheaper Vision Pro model; how critical is EyeSight to the product, really? Listeners back up Chance’s poor CarPlay GPS experiences, more iPhone camera…

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iPhone 15 Pro Max camera experiences, iOS 17.1 beta 3, CarPlay bugs 1:03:13

11M ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Chance discusses his experience using the iPhone 15 Pro Max to take photos and videos at a concert, and how the Camera app leaves much to be desired for these use cases. Also, CarPlay troubles, the knock-on impact of Benjamin’s phone number changeover, and the iPhone 12 radiation remedy to appease the French government. Sponsored by Urban Armor Gea…

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Apple Watch Double Tap, Apple/Google search deal trial, iPhone 15 overheating resolved 1:36:45

11M ago1:36:45

1:36:45

Benjamin and Chance go hands-on with Apple Watch Double Tap and all the changes in the latest iOS 17.1 beta, wrap up the iPhone 15 #overheatinggate fiasco, dive deep into the ongoing Google trial that is revealing all sorts of details about the Apple search deal, and discuss why Formula 1 is a good target for Apple’s sports streaming ambitions. Spo…

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Hands on with iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch Series 9 1:25:26

11M ago1:25:26

1:25:26

Benjamin and Chance share their hands-on experiences with Apple’s latest hardware: the Apple Watch Series 9 and iPhone 15 Pro. Plus, macOS Sonoma brings some cool new features to the Mac, and the first iOS 17.1 developer seed is released, kicking off a whole new beta cycle. Sponsored by Opener: Opener allows you to open links from the web in apps i…

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iOS 17 is out, iPhone 15 reviews, FineWoven case impressions 1:27:12

11M ago1:27:12

1:27:12

Benjamin and Chance discuss their Apple Store ordering experiences, and assess the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch reviews that dropped this week. Chance has received his FineWoven case .. and has thoughts. They also talk about their favorite features in iOS 17 and the other Apple OS updates released this week. Sponsored by Things: The award-winning to-d…

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iPhone 15, Apple Watch Series 9, and Apple Watch Ultra event reactions 2:36:32

12M ago2:36:32

2:36:32

Benjamin and Chance break down all the announcements from Apple’s September event, including reactions to the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and their latest carbon-neutral environmental initiatives. Chance also retells his experience of his first time at Steve Jobs Theater. Sponsored by Decluttr: Trade-in y…

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