AppleInsider Podcast

Apple Creator Studio, ChatGPT health, and iPhone 18 rumors on the AppleInsider Podcast

At last the Apple Creator Studio is here, and we're slowly learning what's actually new in it, what's different, and asking Apple about some launch oddities. Plus there are more iPhone 18 rumors, and more reasons to not give your health data to ChatGPT.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Copilot Money: Take control of your finances with the easy to use Copilot Money and a one month free trial at copilot.money/appleinsiderSquarespace: go to squarespace.com/APPLEINSIDER for a free trial and then 10% off your first purchase with coupon code APPLEINSIDERTempo: Get 60% off your first box of fresh, chef-crafted meals at tempomeals.com/appleinsiderLinks from the Show:Apple AirTag 2 improve battery, tracking, and safetyAirTag 2 has a thinner motherboard, bigger speaker coil, and lots of glueApple Creator Studio review: Incredible value for most creative prosRemember: Cancel Final Cut Pro iPad subscriptions when you set up Apple Creator StudioJohn Ternus solidifies his role as Apple CEO-apparent amid design team shakeupApple Design Team gains Halide co-founder, but the pro camera app isn't going anywhereiPhone 18 Pro Max smaller Dynamic Island dimensions detailed in new leakIf you give ChatGPT your health data, have your doctor on speed-dialMoral low ground: App Store is rife with AI 'nudify' appsApple's unusual OS 27 code name shift could reflect AI strategy changes, or nothing at allTim Cook slammed for attending 'Melania' screening on night of Alex Pretti killingApple CEO Tim Cook 'heartbroken' after repeated ICE killings in MinneapolisApple C-series modem enables new privacy-focused limit precise location featureSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (02:32) - AirTags (14:15) - Apple Creator Studio (47:38) - Apple Design and Halide (55:31) - iPhone 18 (01:02:16) - ChatGPT health warning (01:03:49) - Controversy Corner (01:11:18) - Modem privacy ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

F1, Apple Intelligence, an Apple AI Pin, and iPhone 18 rumors on the AppleInsider Podcast

Apple is up for another Oscar, Apple is trying another AI Pin, and while Craig Federighi now leads the team having another go at Siri, there are new iPhone 18 Pro rumors being debated.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailLinks from the Show:'F1' driving Apple's Oscar awards ambitions in 2026Apple & Google's AI deal clears biggest hurdle blocking smart home accessory releaseApple Intelligence will see sweeping changes as Craig Federighi takes controlDespite Apple having said otherwise, Siri said to become a chatbot in iOS 27Apple Park employees are testing two new AI chatbotsThis time it'll work: Apple rumored to be developing a wearable AI pinJapan finally gets Apple FItness+, lazily using AI-generated dubsChatGPT will soon start showing ads, but they won't affect its responsesNo top left camera for iPhone 18 Pro, but a smaller Dynamic IslandAfter years of rumors, Face ID without Dynamic Island may come to iPhone 18Dynamic Island will move & get really tiny, if a leaker who's being sued by Apple is rightAnalyst claims to know full Apple's iPhone 18 Pro & iPhone Fold specsHave US senators told Apple and Google to remove X/Grok?Apple is afraid doing anything about child porn on XGrok now bans illegal porn generation, after monetizing itW Emerges as X Alternative Aimed at Combating 'Systemic Disinformation' | PCMagBad Bunny dances his way to the Super Bowl halftime show Red Bull's 2026 Formula 1 launch puts Apple hardware front and centerSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro and Oscars (03:36) - So much Apple Intelligence (08:17) - Apple AI Pin (13:05) - Siri chatbot (24:42) - Apple Fitness+ AI dubbing (37:54) - iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold (49:10) - Controversy Corner (01:01:44) - Bad Bunny (01:07:55) - Apple Vision Pro sports ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Gemini, privacy, and the new Apple Creator Studio on the AppleInsider Podcast

They weren't unexpected, but they were still surprises -- and they both leave us with so many questions: Google Gemini is coming to Apple Intelligence, and Apple Creator Studio is bring brilliant apps at a price.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Copilot Money: Take control of your finances with the easy to use Copilot Money and get 26% off your first year at copilot.money (offer expires January 20, 2026)Squarespace: go to squarespace.com/APPLEINSIDER for a free trial and then 10% your first purchase with coupon code APPLEINSIDERMasterClass: Get 15% off annual memberships at MasterClass.comLinks from the Show:Setapp Mobile EU app store, CleanMyMac Business both close down for goodGoogle Gemini tech will be used in the all-new Siri after major Apple AI dealGoogle confirms that it won't get Apple user data in new Siri dealGemini-trained Apple Intelligence will work like other LLMs, says unsurprising reportDon't give Gemini your personal data, wait for Apple Intelligence-powered SiriApple Creator Studio brings new apps, features, and subscription pricing to Mac and iPadPixelmator Pro isn't dead, and is coming to iPadPixelmator is dead, long live Pixelmator ProApple Creator Studio is a boon and a bargain — but is far from being for everyoneApple Creator Studio takes one more step to an app subscription futureCompared: Apple Creator Studio vs Adobe Creative Cloud ProGoogle will not be taking over your iPhone, Apple Intelligence, or Siri with GeminiiWork is still (mostly) free, but we don't like the trendFirst Apple Immersive NBA Lakers game available for free viewing on Apple Vision ProApple Vision Pro owners will get a great assortment of classic arcade games in VR soonLevel up your manicure with the Apple Watch chargerSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (01:33) - Setapp Mobile (04:30) - Google Gemini and Siri (18:16) - Don't give Google Gemini your data (30:53) - Apple Creator Studio (56:16) - Apple Creator Studio icons (59:28) - Apple Vision Pro nails it ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

CES, Apple Card, and ChatGPT connecting to Apple Health, on the AppleInsider Podcast

It's the week of the annual Consumer Electronics Show, but perhaps not as we've known it before. Plus Apple Card is moving, and you really should not let ChatGPT into your Apple Health data, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on emailWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:CleanMyMac by MacPaw: Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code APPLEINSIDER20 for 20% off at clnmy.com/APPLEINSIDERCoPilot Money: Limited-time: qualifying users get 26% off the first year when you sign up at copilot.moneyAntigravity: Buy Antigravity A1, the world’s first 8K 360 drone, at antigravity.techTempo: Get 60% off your first box of fresh, chef-crafted meals at tempomeals.com/appleinsiderLinks from the Show:The best gear and gadgets from CES Unveiled 2026The best Pepcom hardware and devices at CES 2026Toilet cameras and musical lollipops: The weird side of CES 2026Clicks has swapped iPhone keyboard cases for a new MagSafe keyboard batteryThis is probably the iPhone Fold's crease-proof displayIf this rumor is true, the iPhone 17e will launch in FebruaryApple Card moving to Chase as issuer, confirms AppleJPMorgan Chase reaches deal to take over Apple CardBe wary of the connection between ChatGPT and Apple HealthAnalysts need Apple Vision Pro to be a flop, whether Apple considers it one or notDesk tours: Wesley Hilliard's iPad-centric workflows fully replace the Mac miniHow we worked in 2025: William's desk and wide monitorSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: advertising@appleinsider.com (00:00) - Intro (02:04) - CES (10:23) - Clicks keyboard battery (14:43) - iPhone Fold (22:47) - iPhone 17e (29:00) - Apple Card (44:49) - Health and ChatGPT (53:33) - Apple Vision Pro (01:00:31) - DeskWatch ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

New M5 iPad Pro and Apple Vision Pro in Apple's 2025 part two, on the AppleInsider Podcast

In this second of two special AppleInsider Podcasts,. we examine Apple's 2025 and this time July to December. It's six months of new devices, new rumors, and old legal battles, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on BlueskyWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Antigravity: Buy Antigravity A1, the world’s first 8K 360 drone, at antigravity.techLinks from the Show:JulyApple aims for easy Mac setup with in-store wireless updatesHow Jeff Williams' departure from Apple will shuffle execIreland ends Apple tax saga with $15 billion windfallApple backs US rare earth magnets supply chain with $500 million dealMeta hires more Apple AI talent in poaching spreeApple sues Jon Prosser over iOS 26 leaksApple insists its AI training is ethical and respects publishersAppleCare One can cover devices up to four years after AppleCare One offers single plan for all your devicesBMW confirms it will not support CarPlay UltraApp Store developers must now provide age rating detailsApple is training manufacturers in the USApple hits back at DOJ antitrust suit paragraph by paragraphApple has sold 3 billion iPhones since 2007AugustTim Cook, Craig Federighi address Apple employees on AIApple Cinemas may regret their name as lawyers step inALS sufferer uses iPad in demonstration of thought controlApple confirms AI support tool in new legal pageApple's U.S. manufacturing set to get anothe...