Well, folks, hold onto your hats, because the music event of the century is upon us. Apple Music Live is back with its second season, and it's starting off with a bang. Are you ready for it? Drumroll, please... Global superstar Ed Sheeran will be kicking off the festivities with a live performance! Wow, who would've guessed? I mean, it's not like he's *everywhere* already, right?
Read MoreApple recently reported its second-quarter financial results for 2023, with quarterly revenue of $94.8 billion, down 3% year over year. Despite the decrease in revenue, Apple's CEO Tim Cook highlighted the company's achievements: “We are pleased to report an all-time record in Services and a March quarter record for iPhone despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, and to have our installed base of active devices reach an all-time high.”
Read MoreAnother week has passed so Alan, Steve, and Karl return with their usual technology and Apple-related news. The NYPD plans to use AirTags to combat car theft. Apple and Google have collaborated to notify people if an unknown tracker is detected on them. Apple Savings is reportedly gaining popularity. Apple has dropped its lawsuit against a former employee. The ongoing issue of "Batterygate" continues to be a headache for Apple. There is a new malware threat circulating. In addition, macOS and iOS have received security updates, while new firmware updates have been released for most of the AirPods. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode.
Read MoreApple has just announced the addition of 20 exciting new titles to its popular game subscription service, Apple Arcade, which now boasts over 200 incredibly fun games for all ages. Among the new releases, you'll find games like WHAT THE CAR?, TMNT Splintered Fate, Disney SpellStruck, and Cityscapes: Sim Builder. With these additions, Apple Arcade's already extensive collection of games is set to become even more diverse and enjoyable.
Read MoreBluetooth location-tracking devices, such as Apple's AirTag and Tile, are often used to help people find their personal items like keys, wallets, and bags through crowdsourced finding networks. However, these devices can also be misused for unwanted tracking of individuals. To combat this, Apple and Google have jointly submitted a proposed industry specification to address the misuse of Bluetooth location-tracking devices for unwanted tracking.
Read MoreThis week Alan returns to join Dean, Steve, and Karl as they joyride through the week’s Apple and tech-related news. Amazon accidentally announced the latest Beats Studio Buds. The UK blocks Microsoft from buying Activision. The UK Government will get new regulatory powers to keep big tech companies in check. Epic Games loses again, and Spotify is still losing money. YouTube rolls out an update for ATV and Yelp reminds us it’s still a thing. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode.
Read MoreOn this week’s show Dean, Steve, and Karl are joined by GazMaz from the MyMac Podcast. Apple dips into Savings, well, if you’re in the US at least. Ransomware might be heading toward your Mac. HomePods can now listen out for smoke detector alarms. Apple and Google are not too happy with Amazon and more rumours surface regarding the fabled VR/AR headset. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode.
Read MoreThis week Dean returns and joins Alan, Steve, and Karl to mull over the week’s Apple and tech-related news. Another series of Apple updates have been pushed plugging some more security holes and addressing bugs. Mac shipments have had a rather large drop in sales, but maybe that’s not surprising. Apple is sued due to a chatbot. Just how safe are your passwords from A.I.? Google kills another service and Apple kills an unannounced product, or has it? All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode.
Read MoreAnother week has passed so it is time for Alan, Steve, and Karl to return and discuss the week’s Apple-related news. Plus, this week they are joined by another Steve, of Geeks Corner, for his debut on the M&F Show. WWCD has been announced. New updates are out. Apple releases the Classical Music App. Twitter is about to annoy legacy blue-tick users and how Steve Jobs saved an app we use every week to produce the show. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode.
Read MoreThis week Alan, Steve, and Karl are back to discuss the week’s Apple and tech-related news. iOS16.4 RC is here, so hopefully next week the release versions will be available. UK phones are about to get an emergency test. Someone created an A.I. Steve Jobs. Apple TV+ gets 15 BAFTA nominations. Apple Music has an odd bug and Microsoft might be planning its own App Store on iPhone. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode.
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