This week, Jay and Karl unpack a huge week for Apple, alongside fresh controversy surrounding Nvidia, Meta, Google, and Microsoft. Karl shares his first-hand experience with the iPhone Duo before we dive into Apple's 'Pro and Tell' event, where the company unveils its first touchscreen MacBook Pro, powered by the new M6 generation and featuring a PROLED XDR display.
Apple also refreshes the iPad mini with OLED technology, introduces a new M6-powered 14-inch MacBook Pro, and updates the iMac with faster connectivity. We discuss whether Apple's touchscreen ambitions represent a genuine change of direction for the Mac and what the latest hardware means for existing users.
Elsewhere, one of the RTX 5090 graphics cards stolen from a Brazilian airport reportedly resurfaces on the second-hand market, Meta faces a staggering $25 billion fine in New Mexico, and Google's updated privacy policy raises concerns about how Gmail data could be used for advertising. Microsoft also offers buyouts to tens of thousands of employees.
Finally, we look ahead to Apple's foldable future, with rumours suggesting the iPhone Duo 2 could introduce Face ID, while a larger iPhone Duo 3 may feature a telephoto camera.
News
Karl's iPhone Duo Update
Karl shares his experience with Apple's foldable iPhone Duo, including his early impressions of the hardware, design, and everyday usability.
Apple 'Pro and Tell' Event
- Apple unveils all-new iPad mini with OLED display and thinner design
Apple's smallest tablet receives a major refresh, bringing OLED display technology and a slimmer design. - Apple unveils new 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by M6
The 14-inch MacBook Pro receives Apple's next-generation M6 chip, promising improvements in performance and efficiency. - Apple launches new iMac with M6 chip, N1 wireless, and faster Ethernet
Apple refreshes its all-in-one desktop with new silicon and improved connectivity. - Apple announces all-new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR display, its first touchscreen Mac
Apple finally brings touchscreen technology to the MacBook Pro, alongside a redesigned chassis and a new PROLED XDR display.
Other News
- Stolen RTX 5090 from Brazilian airport heist resurfaces on second-hand market
One of the graphics cards stolen in the extraordinary Brazilian airport heist reportedly appears for sale at $6,400, while the remaining GPUs are still missing. - Meta faces $25 billion fine after New Mexico rejects multistate settlement
Meta faces an enormous financial penalty following a legal battle in New Mexico, raising questions about the growing regulatory and legal risks facing social media companies. - Updated Google privacy policy says Gmail might be used for advertising
Changes to Google's privacy policy raise fresh concerns about how personal email data could be used to support targeted advertising. - Microsoft offers buyouts to around 60,000 employees
Microsoft reportedly offers voluntary departure packages to tens of thousands of employees as its workforce restructuring continues.
Rumours
- iPhone Duo 2 prototypes with Face ID reportedly being tested inside Apple
Apple is reportedly already testing its second-generation foldable iPhone with Face ID technology. - Leaker reveals larger iPhone Duo 3 details and possible telephoto camera
A future iPhone Duo could feature a larger display and improved camera system, including a dedicated telephoto lens.
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