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D. Griffin Jones and special guest Sam Henri-Gold attempt to talk about the upcoming “Let Loose” Apple event.

This week, our predictions for the “Let Loose” iPad keynote on Tuesday! Also, some last-minute rumors of an M4 chip, alternate app stores are officially coming to iPad too, and new iOS 18 features! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Backblaze offers unlimited cloud backups for Macs, PCs and businesses for just $99 a year. Access your data from anywhere in the world. Get a fully-featured no-risk free trial at Backblaze.com/CultCast . CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 15 Pro, guitars, glasses and lenses sparkling clean! For a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a two free CarryCloths with any order $20+ at CultCloth.co This week’s stories: Upcoming OLED iPad Pro might feature next-gen M4 chip EU labeling iPad a ‘gatekeeper’ will bring major changes to iPadOS iOS 18 might revamp many built-in iPhone apps Apple's iOS 18 to streamline task management with unified events and reminders iPhone charger with built-in battery pack looks totally sci-fi The CultCast ‘Let Loose’ Predictions Listener score sheet

This week, surprise! iPads are finally coming with an Apple Event — we have all the details! Also, big news for iOS 18, capacitive buttons are making a comeback on the iPhone, and the huge Apple Watch redesign we’re all dreaming for! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . This week’s stories: Surprise! Apple sets May 7 event to launch new iPad Pro and iPad Air What new features to expect in Apple Pencil 3 Say goodbye to hopes for mini-LED iPad Air Get 2 Free Months of Apple TV+ iOS 18 AI features could run entirely on-device Calculator app for iPad might finally launch in iPadOS 18 Why iPhone 16 might dump physical buttons for capacitive ones Apple Watch Series X concept will make you want it now

Lewis, Griffin and Papa E discuss the state of theme parks and what's going with Disney.

This week, game emulators and alternate app stores are HERE! Also, the new camera features coming to iPhone 16, and a roundup of new Apple TV+ shows. This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/CultCast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Notion AI can now give you instant answers to your questions, using information from across your wiki, projects, docs and meeting notes. Go to notion.com/cultcast to try the powerful Notion AI today. This week’s stories: First third-party app store goes live in EU Delta all-in-one retro game emulator now out for iPhone Delta on the App Store 9to5Mac: iPhone 16 Pro: Four new camera features coming this year Apple could finally fix iPhone’s longstanding camera flare problem 5 essential Mac settings you should change Video on YouTube Apple TV+ Roundup: Slow Horses author brings new thriller to Apple TV+ Apple TV+ brings huge Hollywood scam to the screenSilo star drops major hints about sci-fi hit’s future on Apple TV+ Apple TV+ renews For All Mankind, spins off Star City

This week, M4 Macs are already incoming! Also: Apple’s next big thing, the AI tools that could turbocharge iOS 18, the disastrous Humane AI Pin, and an all-new What We’re Into! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Factor Meals. Treat yourself to Factor’s delicious, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Head over to FactorMeals.com/CultCast50 and use offer code CultCast50 to get 50% off. This week’s stories: Macs with AI-focused M4 chip launching this year Apple Is Rebooting Its Search for a New Next Big Thing Apple’s Ferret-UI helps AI use your iPhone Humane AI Pin Humane AI Pin Review: Not even closeHumane’s Ai Pin Isn't Ready to Replace Your Phone, But One Day It Might What We’re Into: Doctor Who (1963 – 1989) ConstellationFallout

It's Movie VS Movie in an all-new VS!

This week: Forget a car — Apple thinks personal home robots are their next big thing. Plus: iPhone 16 leaks, what comes next for the M3, a big new feature lands on Vision Pro, and our solar eclipse stories and photo tips! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . And if you would like to leave The CultClub, you can do so at unfork.thecultcast.com . Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/CultCast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Backblaze offers unlimited cloud backups for Macs, PCs and businesses for just $99 a year. Access your data from anywhere in the world. Get a fully-featured no-risk free trial at Backblaze.com/CultCast . This week’s stories: With car junked, Apple robots could be Cupertino’s next moonshot iPhone 16 ‘dummy’ units give us glimpse of upcoming changes New iPads won’t arrive until May and we can’t stop crying Redesign could give Apple M3 Ultra processor wicked performance boost Free-floating Spatial Personas arrive in visionOS 1.1 for Vision Pro How to take solar eclipse photos with iPhone YouTube video

This week: Apple just announced WWDC24, a big change coming to iOS 18, hackers found an exploit in M-series chips and more of the bizarre claims of the DOJ against Apple! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Manscaped. This season, make sure to groom your carpets AND the drapes with the leaders in below-the-waist grooming. Get 20% off and free shipping with the code CULTCAST at Manscaped.com . Factor Meals. Treat yourself to Factor’s delicious, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Head over to FactorMeals.com/CultCast50 and use offer code CultCast50 to get 50% off. This week’s stories: Apple sets WWDC24 kickoff date for June 10 Griffin’s coverage of WWDC22 iOS 18 could introduce more customizable iPhone Home Screen Hackers can exploit flaw in Apple M-series processors ‘Presto,’ your new iPhone comes out of box with fresh software update iMore: DOJ lawsuit says failure of Amazon Fire Phone, end of Windows Phone, and HTC’s demise all Apple’s fault

This week, breaking news! The US launches huge lawsuit against Apple. Also, Apple AI might be powered by Google Gemini, all the details on AirPods 4, Epic’s new game store, and a MUCH cheaper Vision headset! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/CultCast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. BetterHelp. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist, entirely online. Visit BetterHelp.com/CultCast to get 10% off your first month. Backblaze offers unlimited cloud backups for Macs, PCs and businesses for just $99 a year. Access your data from anywhere in the world. Get a fully-featured no-risk free trial at Backblaze.com/CultCast . This week’s stories: Get ready for ‘the biggest AirPods launch to date’ Blockbuster US antitrust lawsuit targets Apple’s ‘iPhone monopoly’ Apple’s Platform Advantage iOS 18’s generative AI features might use Google Gemini iPhone 17’s display could get a big anti-reflective upgrade MacRumors: Epic Games to Charge 12% Fee for App Sales From Alternative iPhone Store Tomsguide: Apple reportedly ‘accelerating’ entry-level Vision Pro — and it could cost $2,000 less

The Return of VS - the segment where we pit one movie against another then argue over which is best - all while building our list of the greatest movies ever made!

This week: The new M3 MacBook Air is only missing ONE thing¦ Plus: Big changes coming to apps thanks to new EU regulations, why you better act fast on the new 11-inch iPad Pro, what's coming next for CarPlay, and how to pay with an Apple Cash card number! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Factor Meals. Treat yourself to Factor's delicious, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Head over to FactorMeals.com/CultCast50 and use offer code CultCast50 to get 50% off. Notion AI can now give you instant answers to your questions, using information from across your wiki, projects, docs and meeting notes. Go to notion.com/cultcast to try the powerful Notion AI today. This week's stories: Entry-level M3 MacBook Air uses significantly faster SSD No App Store needed: EU iPhone users can install apps directly from websites 11.1-inch iPad Pro supply shortage might push back launch MacRumors: Here's Everything We Know About Apple's Next-Generation CarPlay Tim Cook cameo in Porsche event How to pay with an Apple Cash card number Apple acquires fundamental AI smarts by buying DarwinAI

This week, Apple dropped the M3 MacBook Air, and the specs look good! But where’s the iPad? Also, we have details on the CRAZY canceled Apple car prototypes and a folding MacBook that’s still in development, Apple’s $2 BILLION dollar legal fight with Spotify, and new features you’ll get in iOS 17.4! This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/CultCast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Backblaze offers unlimited cloud backups for Macs, PCs and businesses for just $99 a year. Access your data from anywhere in the world. Get a fully-featured no-risk free trial at Backblaze.com/CultCast . This week’s stories: New M3 MacBook Air gets big specs boost with same awesome battery life Early benchmarks show M3 chip gives MacBook Air hefty performance boost MacBook with 20-inch folding screen still on track for release The (cancelled) Microsoft Surface Neo How indecision and hubris killed the Apple car Get ready for new MacBooks and iPads at Apple March event EU fines Apple 1.8 billion euros over ‘abusive’ treatment of Spotify Apple calls Epic Games ‘untrustworthy,’ blocks Fortnite rerelease in EU Try these exciting iOS 17.4 features on your iPhone now Monarch: Budget and track money

D. Griffin Jones is joined by Allison McDaniel to talk more about Mac gaming, what games she's playing, what gear we use and the Stardew Valley speedrunning scene. Remember that you can support The CultCast at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com and you can employ Allison McDaniel as a writer and digital marketing specialist. Links: Allison McDaniel on LinkedInAllison's writing on The Punished BacklogStardew ValleyThe Sims 4 The Murder of Sonic the HedgehogMini Motorways Pocket Card JockeyStray Resident Evil VillageLies of PBaldur's Gate 3Asphalt 8: Airborne8BitDo controllersOnn gaming mouseSatechi X3 Slim keyboard

After 10 years and 10 billion dollars, Apple finally calls it quits on the Apple car. What happened!? Plus: Apple's FineWoven cases are aging like milk, how to set up the best Mac screen saver, the future for Apple Arcade, and what comes next for Vision Pro. This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Notion AI can now give you instant answers to your questions, using information from across your wiki, projects, docs and meeting notes. Go to notion.com/cultcast to try the powerful Notion AI today. This week's stories: Apple car crashes to a halt Killing the Apple car is depressing and sad Behind Apple's Doomed Car Project: False Starts and Wrong Turns Canceling the Apple car is a sensible move we should celebrate MacRumors: Not-So-FineWoven iPhone Case 'Browning Like a Rotten Banana' Poll by John Gruber Apple Arcade's future: Kids win, but devs fear ‘smell of death' How to set up the best Mac screensaver, Aerial Don't expect Vision Pro 2 or Vision Air before 2027 Vision Pro returns aren't as bad as we feared

Griffin and papa ERF list the games they're currently playing and which ones they like best.

This week, surprising new designs for the iPhone 16 AND incoming iPad Pros! Plus: a new iPhone security issue steals your face to drain your bank account! We’ll tell you what you need to know, and we wrap with our review of a new mic we’re using on UNDER REVIEW. This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com. BetterHelp. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist, entirely online. Visit BetterHelp.com/CultCast to get 10% off your first month. This week’s stories: First-ever iOS trojan steals your face to break your bank Original Post by Bleeping Computer Apple fortifies iMessage to foil hackers of the future New Apple Sports app gives fans scores and stats for free Apple Sports on the App Store Woah! Is this the new iPhone 16 Pro camera? MacRumors: Apple's Upcoming OLED iPad Pro Models Rumored to Be Much Thinner D. Griffin Jones: Why I don’t want to return my Vision Pro Under Review: RØDE Wireless Pro

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This week, we have Leander Kahney! It's our second-week thoughts on Vision Pro — after cooking, working out, typing tests and more, we've done it all. Are we keeping or returning ours? This episode supported by: Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and your $5 helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com . Factor Meals. Treat yourself to Factor's delicious, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Head over to FactorMeals.com/CultCast50 and use offer code CultCast50 to get 50% off. This week's stories: People are returning Vision Pro in droves … or are they? Mark Zuckerberg says Quest 3 is better than Vision Pro Tweet by Azad Balabanian Griffin's Vision Pro tests What's it like working out wearing a Vision Pro?What's it really like to cook with Vision Pro?Typing on Vision Pro: A scientific test with surprising results MacRumors: iOS 17's AirPlay Feature for Hotel Room TVs Rolling Out ‘This Spring' They Are Coming!

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