Apple is expecting big iPhone 16 sales, at least based on the number of chips its ordering for the upcoming device. Dave has some questions about the new iPhone that will determine which one he buys. Apple is getting an OpenAI Board Observer Role as part of its deal with OpenAI and Netflix is phasing out its cheapest ad-free plan. Follow this podcast Show Notes: Apple is expecting big iPhone 16 sales, based on chip orders Apple Poised to Get OpenAI Board Observer Role as Part of AI Pact Netflix is starting to phase out its cheapest ad-free plan I was wrong about the new iPad Pro’s nan ..read more

This week, Dave and I talk more about AI, including some thoughts from Dave on improvements to make Siri work better for everyday tasks. We also look at rumors Amazon will charge for the AI version of Alexa. There is an ongoing debate on how much RAM the new Apple Silicon Macs need to run all of its tasks, and a new iCloud option allows users to keep certain files allows downloaded to their devices. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure: AI might be the most important new computer technology ever, but it needs a lot of speed and processing power. So how do you comp ..read more

Apple rolled out its AI strategy at WWDC this month. Dave and I take a look at that, as well as, a look at what Siri will be able to do, and what it won’t do at launch. There are rumors of a new M4 MacBook Pro, which makes sense since Apple just released an iPad with the same chip. The requirements for Apple’s new AI strategy calls for an iPhone 15 Pro, which leaves a lot of older iPhone users out in the cold. Follow this podcast Show Notes: Willie Mays M4 MacBook Pro Models Expected to Launch in Late 2024 FTC Takes Action Against Adobe Apple’s AI rollout strategy Apple Intelligence ..read more

Justin Long is in the news again, this time doing commercials for Qualcomm. Apple is still in the news for uts rumored AI releases at WWDC, but this time it’s for a partnership with Sam Altman and OpenAI to make Apple’s AI actually work. Netflix is ending support for older Apple TVs, so if you have one of those devices, it may be time to upgrade. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/DALRYMPLE. Ter ..read more

Dave and I talk about his upcoming eye surgery that just scares the hell out of me. We also talk about Dave’s trip to an Apple Store to try out the new iPad Pro M4. Dave even figured out something the Apple employees didn’t know how to do—I’m not surprised, he’s a very smart man. Then we look at some of the rumors coming out about Apple’s iOS 18 surrounding AI features and Siri. Follow this podcast Show Notes: New iPads are now available New Features Rumored for iOS 18 iOS 18 general feature rumors Shows and movies we’re watching Stax:Soulsville USA, Max Beach Boys, Disney ..read more

Amazon is planning an overhaul for its personal assistant, Alexa. As part of the AI changes, rumors suggest the company is also going to charge users to get the new version to help offset the cost of development. Microsoft has said that its newest PCs are beating Apple’s MacBook Air in performance and battery life benchmarks. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/DALRYMPLE. Terms and conditions app ..read more

Apple released a number of new products this week, including new iPad models as well as some new software for its pro users with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. Apple also announced its quarterly financials, which Dave and I talk about, including products sold and total revenue. Finally, we talk about ACDC, but it’s not the band. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/DALRYMPLE. Terms and conditions ap ..read more

Apple announced an event for May 7, 2024, which is widely expected to showcase new iPads ahead of the companies Worldwide Developers Conference in June. At the event, or perhaps in the next version of iPadOS, the company is expected to unveil a calculator app for the device for the first time. A wave of Apple ID password resets have plagued users, including me, over the past week or so. Follow this podcast Show Notes: Turn It Up! New US airline rules Apple announces Apple Event for May 7th Apple Finally Plans to Release a Calculator App for iPad Later This Year iPad Pro will be the ..read more

It is a big week for women’s basketball as college star Caitlin Clark went No. 1 in the WNBA draft. As incredible as her college career was, some fans are outraged at her salary. Dave and I dig into how much she’s getting paid and why. My iPhone doesn’t connect to my new truck using CarPlay, so I can’t use Maps or Apple Music. This forced me into getting a subscription to Spotify and it has some really cool features. We are all looking (cautiously) forward to AI, but some of the new products are really bad. We take a look at one of them. Follow this podcast Show Notes: Caitlin Clark went No ..read more

The solar eclipse happened this week so Dave and I took a few minutes to talk about our experiences. The rumored iPad release date is getting closer—they may be released a couple of weeks before WWDC in June. The teen population has spoken—in a new survey, teens say they love their iPhones, but don’t like Apple Music or Apple TV+. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/DALRYMPLE. Terms and condition ..read more