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With the ending of WWDC marking the unofficial tech start of Summer, tech goes on vacation. The Lowdown Tech is going on break but we found a couple of Apple things with one-time code autofill feature getting better in iOS 26 and iOS beta code includes new references to Apple’s upcoming smart display home 2nd String Meta to introduce ads and subscriptions on WhatsApp For The Culture Black Women In...

Is it refreshing or concerning that WWDC was void of the pre-promised Siri AI that Apple unveiled last year? The Lowdown Rumored OS naming confirmed Unified “glassy” user experience The best features announced 2nd String What happens WHEN AI goes down? For The Culture Keith Sweat and “A woman’s place” The Hookup Manually backup iOS 18 to your computer First

As the world descends on Apple Park on Monday, we discuss what we could potentially see. The Lowdown We’re getting ready for WWDC 25 while highlighting the way Apple products are transforming care at Emory Healthcare and $9B anti-fraud saving in the App Store. 2nd String Launch Day for Nintendo Switch 2 For The Culture Perpetuating Black Boy Joy The Hookup Watch This! The NBA Finals & Netflix’...

Will a change to the OS naming convention improve consistency and reduce confusion, or is Apple in need of a “subject change” from Apple Intelligence? The Lowdown Apple OS name changes, Apple buys Sneaky Sasquatch, iPad gets WhatsApp, and Apple Card Savings interest rate cut 2nd String Texas is forcing Apple & Google to age verify For The Culture ‘Sinners’ coming to streaming on June 3rd The H...

Heavy is the head that wears the crown. Apple’s reign appears to be slipping. The Lowdown Fortnite makes it back on Apple App Store after 5-year absence while yet another password huge leak has been found, but this time Apple IDs are included. 2nd String It seems like Apple may have some real competition now that Google I/O makes a splash with AI and Jony Ive teams up with OpenAI. We ask the quest...

Apple knows when your kids are trying to hack Screen time… The Lowdown iOS 18.5 released, Lopez Class Action Settlement email important, Apple tariff truths questioned. 2nd String Temu and SHEIN see lower tariffs…kinda For The Culture Google settles bias lawsuit with Black employees The Hookup ‘Hold That Thought’ Shortcut

Collecting and keeping these coins at all costs The Lowdown Not going down without a fight as Apple appeals App Store ruling while adding more search providers  to Safari as Google usage lags. With an update to Matter,  HomeKit set up gets easier with tap-to-pair and multiple devices QR code 2nd String The Biggest Fumble: Microsoft shuts down Skype For The Culture The South Got Something to Say: O...

Is the rumored iPhone Air a guinea pig for a foldable phone from Apple? The Lowdown Meta and Spotify join forces to challenge Apple and Google’s dominance, while rumors swirl about Google AI on iPhones and the potential for a foldable iPhone Air. 2nd String AI Free Speech? For the Culture Atlanta Falcons fined for prank-calling Shadeur Sanders The Hookup How to keep thieves from locking you out yo...

This week in tech news, we discuss (a little old news) Apple's attempt to dog the iPhone tariffs, Game Card Sharing coming to Apple Sports app, and the EU running Apple's pockets yet again. Also, we get into Google Messages making it safe to send your fire nudes as well as if deciding if we really need a "White Mirror". In our tech tip, find out if closing out your apps really helps your battery l...

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

The Lowdown Apple Invites App Launches AppleCare just got more expensive Apple Glasses are dead 2nd String Google reverses course on AI weapons For The Culture Tech-ing While Black: Frank Greene HillmanTok University stepping into the ED Gap The Hookup Kendrick Lamar workouts on Fitness+ Please visit website for show links

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

The Lowdown Goldman Sachs wants out of Apple Card early Apple close putting FaceID behind the screen? “Ask App Not to Track” is saving user’s data 2nd String Congress proposes TikTok ban extension For The Culture Zuck goes “red pill” while slamming Apple The Hookup How to add volume slider to lock screen 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...