The Mac & Forth Show

This 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. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you...

This week Alan, Steve, Mark, and Karl return to cast their beady little eyes over the week’s (or two) Apple and tech-related news. iPhone now comes in mellow yellow…so, yeah. Samsung is in trouble with their Moon shot? Ted is back. Apple is about to go classical. WhatsApp might be off and Outlook will be free. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won’t ply you...

This week Alan, Steve, and Karl are joined once again by Gaz from the MyMac Podcast. Together they leaf through the week’s Apple and tech-related news. Karl also shares his recent discovery about what fellow cast members really think of certain subjects, that they have apparently held dear for ages…or have they? LastPass users might want to update their passwords. Apparently, Chrome will no longer be a battery hog. Apple has a super-secret team working on super-secret things and watch out if...

This week Alan, Dean, and Karl are back to discuss the recent Apple and tech-related news. Apple reveals a few new features coming to iOS 16.4. Bing is about to bring ChatGPT to your phone. Apple tries to boost Car Key adoption. Uber finally embraces Live Activities and Spotify if bringing an AI-powered DJ to your mobile device, fan-techie-tabulous mate…Let’s rock! All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few...

After their unplanned fortnight away Alan, Dean, Steve, and Karl are back to pour over the recent Apple and tech-related news. The new HomePod received muddled reviews, does no one know how to review audio anymore? Artificial intelligence is back in the news with ChatGPT, Google, and Bing, but what is Apple doing? Another round of updates are released and Ted Lasso season three is nearly ready to kick off. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really...

Another round of updates has flown forth from Apple, so Alan, Steve, and Karl are joined by GazMaz from the mighty MyMac Podcast to pick their way through the releases. Plus, some more juicy rumours regarding Apple apparently imminent release of their AR/VR headset. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we...

This week we have a full house as Alan, Dean, Steve, and Karl are joined by Mark to share their thoughts and opinions on this week’s Apple-related news. New hardware from Apple as the M2 MacBook Pros, M2 Mac Mini and updated HomePods are announced. Apple is also about to make your old HomePod better. Twitter appears to have cut off third-party access and Stadia is no more. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could...

This week Dean, Steve, and Karl are back to share their thoughts and opinions on this week’s Apple-related news. The iPhone turns sixteen and Safari turns twenty. Apple Maps allows businesses to update their info. Rumours abound for the 2024 iPhone model and the Mac Pro but are Apple betting the farm on their rumoured VR/AR headset at the expense of the rest of this year's lineup? All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you...

Happy New Year! Alan, Dean, Steve, and Karl are back to their usual format as they review the week’s Apple-related news. Apple is raising its prices to replace your phone battery. Apple Books introduces AI narration and it sounds pretty darn good. Qi2 Wireless charging copies MagSafe plus Fortnite ‘might’ be returning to iOS this year. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on...

No Raindrops on roses or whiskers on kittens here, but Alan, Dean, Steve, Mark, Guy, GazMaz and Karl do list their favourite tech-related things from 2022. All recorded separately they share their thoughts and opinions on the things that impressed them the most this year. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is...

We know your burning question, what does the M&F crew plan to watch over Christmas? This week Alan, Steve, Mark and Karl are joined by the show’s former news-round-up lady herself, Missy! They share what they have lined up to stream, including some classics and some surprises. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review...

Alan returns to join Dean, Steve, and Karl to tackle a few stories from the week’s Apple-related news before turning their attention to possible gift ideas for your tech-loving friends or family members. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. Alan: LEGO 10280 Flower Bouquet Ticket To Ride Carcassonne Settlers of Catan Spaceteam AirTags Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Logitech Crayon Steve: AirPods Pro 2 USB Heated Vest Samsung Freestyle Portable...

Having mostly recovered from his latest cycle accident, Karl returns and is joined by Mark, Steve, and Barry. It’s been another interesting week at Twitter and now it looks like they, and Apple, are about to go to war, although maybe not. Apple has announced its App Store Awards and Oceanic+ is released. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won’t ply you with...

This week Mark steps up to host the show and is joined by Alan, Steve, and Dean. Apple and Google get investigated by the UK competition watchdog. iCloud is not playing nice for Windows users. Tesla teases Apple Music integration and the latest goings on at Twitter. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we...

Following their week off Alan, Steve, Barry and Karl return to share their thoughts and opinions on the last week’s tech-related news. Apple goes live with their new Emergency SOS via Satellite service. Some good news for macOS and malware. Apple might be in a spot of bother regarding tracking and a look at the latest exploits at Twitter. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review...

Another week passes so Mark, Alan, Steve, and Karl return to share their thoughts and opinions on the last week’s tech-related news. Elon Musk officially owns Twitter and he starts clearing house and announces a few changes. The EU wants Google and Apple to open up their walled gardens. The new iPad’s USB-C port is not everything it appears to be and apparently no more new Macs this year. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it...

After a week full of updates, Mark returns to join Alan, Steve, and Karl as they summarise the new releases and familiarise themselves with the latest OS’s. Plus, looks as if Apple isn’t done with raising prices as their subscription services also get a price hike. Apparently, the recent firmware update for AirPods did officially lower the effectiveness of ANC. Apple almost confirmed at a recent tech event that USB-C is coming to the next iPhone and look for more ads in the App Store from...

This week Alan returns and joins Dean, Steve, and Karl as they go through this week’s announcements from Apple. New iPads, iPad Pro, and an Apple TV update, plus the release dates for updated OS’s. They also try and make sense of Apple’s pricing plans moving forward and the odd iPad lineup that potential new buyers now face. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We...

Back from his recent trip to Octoberfest, Mark joins Dean, Steve, and Karl as they sift through the week’s Apple-related news. Another round of updates get released. Lufthansa says they banned AirTags, then say they didn’t. Apple launches another service for Developers. Rollercoasters are setting off the new crash detection feature and Tim says you need four attitudes to get hired at Apple. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it...

This week Dean joins Alan, Steve, and Karl as they celebrate Mac & Forth’s 9th anniversary. Bugs continue to be reported, looks like this time the Apple Watch 8 is in-line for some pesky infections. Another bug got many excited about a possible new feature, but then hopes were dashed. Europe has passed its bill making USB-C a legal requirement from 2024. YouTube seems desperate to boost its paying subscribers and Elon is about to own Twitter. All this, and slightly more, on this week’s...