Intego Mac Podcast

The well-respected photo editing app Pixelmator has been purchased by Apple; are its creative tools coming to Apple Photos? Apple expands Apple Intelligence features in the latest betas of its operating systems. And speaking of Apple Intelligence, Apple's own commercials paint its users as not so intelligent. Show Notes : You can trick Apple Intelligence into following sensitive prompts if they so...

We take a look at the brand new gear just released by Apple: M4 iMacs, Mac minis, and MacBook Pros, and we talk about the latest operating system updates, which include the first Apple Intelligence tools. Show Notes : Apple releases macOS Sequoia 15.1, iOS 18.1, and more, with security updates How to Install Apple Beta Software for macOS Sequoia, iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, and tvOS 11 Intego M...

A few last minute thoughts before next week's Apple product announcements. We take a look at Apple Pay marking its 10th year as an Apple financial service. And we've got a hands-on with Apple's Writing Tools, part of the new suite of Apple Intelligence features. Show Notes : Apple celebrates 10 years of Apple Pay Apple will let verified businesses display logos in apps like Mail, Phone, and Wallet...

Apple's latest iPad mini refresh leaves some critics wanting more. If Apple plans a product event in the near future, what will get updated and what won't? And we've got some tips on using Apple's new iPhone Mirroring feature. Show Notes : iPad mini (A17) Which iPad Is Best for You in 2024? Which Apple Pencil works with my iPad? iPhone had best ever Q3 for Apple, nearly topped Samsung globally per...

This week we discuss a bevy of not-so-good for Google stories; an Anker product to beware of; and thoughts about anticipated new Apple product announcements. Show Notes : Multiple Russian YouTubers apparently unbox the not-yet-announced MacBook Pro M4 Competing rumors differ on if the Apple Ring is dead or about to be born Apple may not be making a Smart Ring right now after all Industry reacts to...

Apple patches a security vulnerability in one of its most popular Windows apps. Scam banking and finance apps continue to be a scourge on the App Store. And we've got more hands-on experience with the latest Apple Watch and iPhone, and some tips on what to check when transferring data to a new iPhone. Show Notes : About the security content of iTunes 12.13.3 for Windows Industry reacts to Everyday...

We discuss what's patched in Apple's latest operating systems, and more importantly, some of what isn't. Models of some brand name TVs are phoning home with screenshots of your viewing habits. Telegram changes its terms of service in a way which won't make criminals happy. And of course, we're hands on with Apple's new Watch and iPhone. Show Notes : macOS Sequoia and iOS 18: What Apple patched—and...

We discuss what's new in the latest Apple operating system updates, including security patches and our favorite features. We talk about a change to Apple ID that everyone needs to know about. And we take a special look at the Passwords app, which many users may start seeing for the first time. Show Notes : Apple Account Apple pauses iPadOS 18 rollout for M4 iPad Pro after “bricking” complaints How...

We discuss all the new products Apple announced in its Glowtime event: the iPhone 16, Apple Watch and, and AirPods. Show Notes : Apple Introduces iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10, and New AirPods The Complete Guide to Apple Watch Bands in 2024: Sizing, Styles, and More AirPods Pro hearing aid upgrade hits stocks of major brands AirPods hearing aid feature is going to challenge social norms, and company p...

A European Union consumer advocate describes how Apple fails to comply with DMA. An explanation why Touch ID doesn't always work: you may have negligible fingerprints. It's possible to receive a damaged iPhone replacement instead of a repaired one. And trading in your Apple devices might be a good idea right now, because prices are looking good. Show Notes : EU Consumer Group Summarizes How Apple...

Apple announces the date of their September iPhone event. You should be aware that Apple ID is going to be called something different when Apple's new operating systems arrive. Some changes are also coming to Apple Care, and we have the details. And as usual, there's new Stealer malware to talk about this week. Show Notes : Apple Event - It's Glowtime Apple Lays Off Around 100 Services Staff Acros...

You can now access Apple Podcasts on the web. iCloud is the most popular Apple subscription service, and there's an important reason why. A cleverly placed AirTag catches a porch pirate. And there's more fallout from the recent breach of personal information from National Public Data. Show Notes : Apple Podcasts available on the web Apple Maps Report: iCloud Is the Most Popular Apple Subscription...

A massive data leak affects virtually everyone in the USA and Canada. What do you need to do? Apple will soon be allowing third party apps to make NFC transactions. We think that's pretty cool, and we'll tell you why. It's a new week, which means there's another variant of stealer malware. And we've got a big reason to avoid browser extensions: they may contain malware. Show Notes : Developers can...

Apple releases updates to its beta software, including two versions of macOS Sequoia. Upcoming changes to Gatekeeper security will make it more difficult to run third-party software that hasn't been approved by Apple. A bug in Microsoft Authenticator, the two factor authenticating tool, locks users out of accounts. And Apple sells out of a popular piece of hardware. Show Notes : Apple removes Cont...

Operating system updates with security patches arrived for Apple devices this week and we have the rundown of fixes. Apple experiences a major outage of iCloud Private Relay. What does that mean, and who was affected? And the newest betas of Apple's upcoming software are giving us the first look at Apple Intelligence. Show Notes : A member of parliament in India got an Apple “mercenary spyware att...

We look into the worldwide effects of the CrowdStrike catastrophe: what caused this issue, why it happened, and what went wrong. Show Notes : BeaverTail and InvisibleFerret malware target job-seeking Mac users Pirate streaming app for iOS tricked App Store Review to get approved by Apple Facebook ads for Windows desktop themes push info-stealing malware Google Is Shutting Down Its URL Shortener, B...

The AT&T breach affects over 100 million users. What customer data has fallen into the hands of hackers? Public betas of Apple's new operating systems are available, and we have some advice if you're thinking of installing the. A recover feature is coming to the Photos app. But...why? And Apple's latest ad highlighting its privacy features is big on imagination, but are its implied advantages...

Improvements to encryption have finally arrived in the Mac version of the ChatGPT app. Apple has delayed some new operating system features by a few more months. And Samsung can put a Smart Ring on your finger right now. Does Apple have plans for its own Smart Ring? Show Notes : Microsoft and Apple ditch OpenAI board seats amid regulatory scrutiny ChatGPT for macOS just got caught breaching Apple...

Further observations on using the new iPad Pro. Which iPhone models will be able to use Apple Intelligence and why? An Apple leak provides answers. What is the regreSSHion vulnerability and how could it impact your Mac? And the number of features coming in macOS Sequoia that Intel Macs won't support may surprise you. Show Notes : Apple's Phil Schiller to Serve as OpenAI Board Observer as Part of i...

Apple drops one of its financial services that it only introduced last year. More countries can now participate in Apple's self-service repair program. Installed Chrome browser extensions could be more dangerous than Google is letting on. And in a new white paper, Apple declares its dedication to long-range privacy and security using some "squishy" language and we have some thoughts. Show Notes :...

Microsoft recalls Recall. An Arc browser impostor contains malware. We'll tell you which older devices will be able to run Apple's newest operating systems, and we discuss the security and privacy improvements Apple has announced for its upcoming OS releases. Show Notes : Microsoft pulls release preview build of Windows 11 24H2 after Recall controversy Intego discovers fake Arc browser with unique...

We discuss Apple's announcements made it Its Worldwide Developers Conference, Keynote, and what to expect when new operating systems are officially released in the fall. Show Notes : Apple's WWDC keynote video Apple announces AI operating systems at WWDC24: macOS Sequoia, iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and more Apple Intelligence: Why most users won’t get it Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 is the ultimate protec...

This week's Intego Mac podcast features a special report on the top 10 internet scams that everyone should know about, to protect the security of their data, their money, and their privacy. Show Notes : Zoom adds post-quantum end-to-end encryption to video meetings How Quantum Computing Will Affect Computer Security and Passwords Head of Canada’s intelligence agency warns Canadians not to use TikT...

Japan and India are interested in reining in Apple's App Stores, not unlike the EU and UK have already done. Facebook says it will train its AI on user data and opting out may not be very easy. Chromebook Plus gets on board with AI joining Microsoft in adding pressure to Apple's forthcoming WWDC announcements. Show Notes : Why Your Wi-Fi Router Doubles as an Apple AirTag Apple Location Services vu...

Apple releases a fix for the zombie photos bug. But we wonder what may have caused deleted photos to reappear. Microsoft announces an AI feature for its users that takes screenshots continuously. And we've got a quick hands-on look at the new iPad Pro. Show Notes : Google Chrome browser patches 7th zero-day vulnerability of 2024 Recall is Microsoft’s key to unlocking the future of PCs Video of Sat...