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Join us for the latest tech and entertainment news, including the iOS 18.4.1 security patch, Apple’s Earth Day recycling discount, and insights on Apple’s AI setbacks and the Apple Watch Intelligence. We also cover Meta’s antitrust case mention of Apple, the ‘Martin’ TV show spinoff, and a guide on converting .mov to .mp4 using QuickTime.

In this episode, we dive into the intense rivalry between Visa and American Express as they vie for dominance in the Apple Card market. We explore the latest Apple OS updates and their impact on users. Additionally, we highlight Senator Cory Booker’s innovative approach to using technology for positive change. Finally, we discuss the benefits of regularly shutting down your Mac to maintain optimal...

On this week’s show, Apple's annual developer conference, WWDC 25, has been officially announced, promising exciting insights into upcoming software and potential technological innovations. In financial news, Apple Card Savings continues its trend of declining interest rates, while the tech giant expands its music experience with a new DJ integration on Apple Music. WatchOS 11.4 introduces a fasci...

In this episode, we examine Apple’s potential compliance with new EU requirements and a three-month vulnerability in its Passwords app, questioning security measures. Apple introduces a two-story ‘AirPower’ charger for tech enthusiasts. We celebrate astronauts’ safe return to Earth and offer March Madness bracket tips for sports fans. Finally, we highlight the need for a 20-minute outdoor walk to...

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The Lowdown: New Apple Product Unveilings iPad Air iPad 11 M4 MacBook Air Mac Studio 2nd String: Uber and Waymo team up For The Culture: Shedeur Sanders stunts on NFL Combine The Hookup: Apple’s official ‘How to clean your AirPods’ support site Please visit website for show links

The Lowdown Does Apple think Trump is a ‘racist’? Tim Cook “blinks” on DEI initiatives at Apple Apple invests in Houston 2nd String NSA says…Turn your phone off For The Culture Tech-ing While Black: Evelyn Boyd Granville Are companies REALLY ditching DEI? The Hookup How to avoid getting ‘Apple ID locked’ phishing scam Please visit website for show links

The Lowdown New iPhone 16e drops No more (PRODUCT)RED gadgets Apple testing Wireless reverse charging? 2nd String HP buys Humane AI for a discount For The Culture Tech-ing While Black: Clarence “Skip” Ellis Too Heavy to Lyft? The Hookup Apple TV+ now on Android Please visit website for show links

The Lowdown Apple patches zero-day exploit Musk has satellite access to your T-Mobile iPhone? Gulf of America on Apple Maps Apple Watches on ankles trend 2nd String The Dark Web knows your simple 4-digit PIN For The Culture Tech-ing While Black: Annie J. Easley Beyonce jamming up Ticketmaster The Hookup How to quickly view recent notes in Notes app Please visit website for show links

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The Lowdown Apple and other big tech companies congratulate Trump Apple Intelligence Summaries getting a pause Ted Lasson season 4 announced soon 2nd String What’s up with TikTok? For The Culture What do “we” do with TikTok now that Trump is involved? The Hookup How To turn ‘Off’ back on your AirPods noise control Please visit website for show links

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The Lowdown AirTag Update Just in time for the holidays Apple Maps gets “Boomer” update Users don’t “get” Apple Intelligence 2nd String Supreme Court to decide TikTok ban For The Culture Logging Off: The tech that died in 2024 The Hookup Relax, ApplePay is safe from AirDrop Please visit website for show links

The Lowdown New Mexico gets Apple Wallet ID support Firefox gets Apple Passwords support Apple Music launches ‘Música Uno station Apple sued over CSAM content Apple Intelligence is out…finally 2nd String Krispy Kreme hacked? For The Culture RIP: Nikki Giovanni Jamie Foxx opens up about mysterious health issues The Hookup Pause iPhone video recordings with your Apple Watch Please visit website for...

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The Lowdown iOS 18.2 News - Public Beta - Official 18.2 date leaked? Airlines to integrate AirTags? Apple makes it harder to break into iPhones Apple teams up with Georgia…Tech 2nd String RCS update for iMessage For The Culture Apple’s top 10 albums The Hookup iPhone Back Tap feature Please visit website for show links

The Lowdown Record Q4 2024 earnings Smart glasses internal study No more downgrading to iOS 18.0 Emergency Satellite Services expansion 2nd String Google confirms Jarvis leak For The Culture Post-election vapors The Hookup Stop thieves from accessing your phone Please visit website for show links

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The Lowdown Apple launched the iPod 23 years ago iOS 18.1 RC date and features New AirPod firmware update iOS 18.2 developer beta available 2nd String Lawsuit blames AI in death of 14-year-old boy For The Culture 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees The Hookup Getting rid of political campaign spam texts Please visit website for show links

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