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It's not surprising that Apple announced the iPhone 16e the day after last week's MacBreak Weekly. Already, some information about the upcoming iPhone 17 is being leaked, including some information about the rumored slim iPhone 17. And Apple is removing encrypted security features for your cloud…

Several Microsoft apps for macOS have been found to have security vulnerabilities. Fortnite returns to the iPhone in the EU. Select people have received demos of the upcoming visionOS 2.0. 9th-gen iPads are available at Amazon and Best Buy for the lowest price ever: $199! And what could be Apple's…

We celebrate 1000 episodes of MacBreak Weekly! The next iteration of iOS may be something similar to macOS "Snow Leopard". A breakthrough has been made in the iPhone Fold crease! And Gurman refutes the Financial Times report that Tim Cook could be stepping down as early as next year.Apple announces…

Think your online alias keeps you safe? This episode reveals how advanced language models are making it trivial to de-anonymize users at scale, challenging everything we thought we knew about internet privacy.Anthropic & Mozilla improve Firefox's security.Apple & Google begin testing cross…

An explosive supply chain hack in Light LLM nearly unleashed catastrophic malware across millions of AI systems, and it took a coder’s quick thinking to catch it before it snowballed into disaster.Will California require Linux to verify its user's age.Apple's iOS 26.4 requires UK users to prove…

Discover how Anthropic’s secretive red team and the MITRE ATT&CK framework are mapping the chilling rise of malicious AI use, revealing cyber threats that now move faster than defenders can respond.Was a U.S. law firm right to pay a $20 million ransom.Could Cisco have yet another SD-WAN 0-day…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.00:00 - Jonathan Bennett (Host)Hey, this week we're talking about money in open source. We're talking about ARM, virtual machines and…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.0:00:00 - Leo LaporteIt's time for security now. Steve Gibson is here. Have you ever been pwned? Well, here's a way to know and whether…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.Jonathan Bennett [00:00:00]:Hey, this week we have a bunch of updates to cover with things like Calibre, GIMP, Handbrake, and KeePass…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show 0:00:00 - Leo LaporteIt's time for Intelligent Machines. Jeff Jarvis is here. Paris is still on vacation, but good news Richard…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.Leo Laporte (00:00:00):Hey, hey, hey. It's time for Ask the Tech Guys. I'm Leon LaPorte coming up, Micah and I have our new iPhones. We…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.0:00:00 - Leo LaporteIt's time for Mac Break Weekly. Andy Ihnatko's here. Jason Snell's here. Filling in for Alex Lindsey: the bearded…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.Leo Laporte (00:00:00):It's time for Windows Weekly. Paul Thurrott and Mary Jo Foley are here. It's the last live show of 2021. We will…

The public betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and others are available now. A new feature in iOS 26 could help filter spam messages more effectively. Will Chase be the new home for the Apple Card? And is Apple's new AppleCare One service worth it for you?Does iPadOS 26 steer the iPad in the wrong…

TikTok Montana ban, Instagram's Twitter clone, Tears of the Kingdom, and more.Everything we know about Instagram’s Twitter clone, due this summer. How Apple’s headset could be a $3,000 flop—and a success. Pixel Fold. TikTok Users Sue Montana, Calling State Ban Unconstitutional. …

Build 2023 key(note) takeaways, Neeva shutting down, Leo updates to Moment 3Microsoft Build 2023Microsoft’s keynotes are a combination of marketing and developer talk and that stands in sharp contrast to how Google and Apple handle their developer shows. It’s good and bad, but Microsoft’s keynotes…

Apple has reportedly ceased work on the next Vision Pro with a focus on releasing a cheaper model in 2025. More information about Apple Intelligence is starting to roll out. Cheaper Vision Pro, Apple Pay Later, Apple Watch. And it's hard to talk about rumors sometimes, but reportedly, the upcoming…

Apple held its iPad event early on Tuesday morning and announced new iPad Pros with M4 chips! The iPad Air 6 was also announced with a redesigned model. The iPad Pros also have nano-texture glass for their displays, but only for the 1TB and 2TB models. Plus, an Apple Pencil Pro with squeeze and…

Experience TWiT's tech podcasts as they happen with our live streaming options. When TWiT is doing live production, you can find us streaming online in multiple places:YouTubeTwitchFacebookLinkedInKick𝕏 (formerly Twitter)Choose your preferred platform and watch shows being recorded in real-time,…

From lawmakers cracking down on loud ads to Deloitte caught peddling AI-fabricated reports, this episode explores how tech’s greatest promises and worst follies are colliding right now.No more loud commercials: Governor Newsom signs SB 576 | Governor of CaliforniaChatGPT Now Has 800 Million Weekly…

Can the AI boom survive its own hype? This episode takes on the future of OpenAI, tech’s subscription fatigue, and why “Made with AI” labels might be the new scarlet letter. Plus, Microsoft’s ugly sweaters are back for some reason.Windows 11Week D comes a week late and in the wrong month, but it’s…

Go behind the curtain at OpenAI as bestselling author Karen Hao shares stories of infighting, ego, and shifting agendas. Find out why even OpenAI's security had her face on alert during her investigation.Karen Hao reveals OpenAI's secretive culture and early ambitionsOpenAI's shifting leadership…

Microsoft quietly hands over BitLocker keys to the government, TikTok’s new privacy terms spark a user panic, and Europe's secret tech backups reveal anxious prep for digital fallout. Plus, how gambling platforms are changing the future of news and sports.You can bet on how much snow will fall in…

Rumors are starting to pick up in 2026, with more information emerging about the upcoming iPhone 18 and M5 MacBook Pros. Could we finally see new Studio Displays this year? And end-to-end encryption for RCS messages could finally be coming to iOS.iPhone 18 Pro: Dynamic Island may move to top-left…

Apple is scaling back its plans for its AI-based health coach service. Could Apple's next AirPods Pro come with cameras in them? The iPhone 17 Pro Max has the best battery life out of a plethora of other smartphones! And Apple's Lockdown Mode helped prevent the FBI from accessing a WaPo reporter's…

Explore everything from explosive technology for space to electric technology for the road. Leo, Molly, Gary, and Sam have deep discussions on Magnifica Humanitas takeaways, Wikipedia drama, Peter Thiel's mvoe to Argentina, and more!  US Space Force confirms SpaceX will build sensor-to-shooter…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show00:00 - Leo Laporte (Host)It's time for Windows Weekly. Paul Therod and Richard Campbell are here Coming up. Paul, one week later, takes a…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.Leo Laporte (00:00:00):It's time for Mac Break Weekly. Andy, Alex, and Jason, they're all here. We'll talk about the updates to all of…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.Leo Laporte [00:00:00]:It's time for Windows Weekly. Paul is in Mexico City. Richard's in Stavanger, Norway. We're going to talk about…

Please be advised that this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word-for-word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-free version of the show. Jeff Jarvis [00:00:00]:It's time for Intelligent Machines. Jeff Jarvis is here. Paris has the week off, but guess what? Father…

Cloudflare’s latest moves to police who can access the internet and governments’ push for age verification set off alarms for the future of the open web, as panelists debate the hidden costs of centralization and regulation.Microsoft fires four workers for on-site protests over company's ties to…

Microsoft squares off against the FTCOn Thursday, Microsoft will face off against the FTC in its bid to acquire Activision Blizzard. But the FTC has proven that it does not understand its role as an enforcer of US antitrust laws. The FTC should lose this case, paving the way for an immediate…

MICROSOFT BEATS FTC IN DRAMATIC FASHIONJudge throws out FTC’s request to block Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision BlizzardFor once, common sense prevailsFTC threatens to appeal, but legal experts say this will failUK CMA (sort of) realizes the error of its ways and will renegotiate with…

Today I am going to continue from last week's Part I of Setting Brands Expectations from a podcast campaign. Please listen to it if you haven't already.The reason why I put emphasis on exploring what brands have done in marketing and what they are doing now IS to set goals and expectations from…

2025 is the year that introduces the Great Lunar Armada! A small fleet of private and publicly-funded orbiters, landers, and rovers are heading off to explore Luna Incognita this year, and it will only speed up after that. We also look at the recent Starship test flight number seven—which ended in…

The MacBreak Weekly crew discusses the latest Apple rumors and news, including the impending iPhone SE release, a potential new M4 MacBook, and the brief integration of Netflix with Apple TV. The panel also debates Apple Intelligence's importance in the overall Apple ecosystem.Rumors suggest Apple…

The people are pushing for the ban of TikTok within the U.S. Trying to use your WiFi network while on your mobile hotspot. Why is my Safari browser constantly crashing on start up? Be aware when purchasing SD cards on websites like Amazon. What happens with data that is stored in your iCloud but…

Microsoft is promising to put security first, again. Three features have been added to Windows 11 Canary build 26212. Microsoft shuts down some game developer studios under its Xbox Games Studios, including a popular one that published Hi-Fi RUSH. And Playstation recinds PSN account requirement for…

Are we witnessing an AI-fueled gold rush or the early signs of an epic crash? Listen to these hard-hitting discussions on bubbles, breakthroughs, and the real impact behind Silicon Valley’s AI obsession.Time Magazine's "Person of the Year": the Architects of AIThe AI Wildfire Is Coming. It's Going…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.00:00 - Jonathan Bennett (Host)Hey, this week on the show we talk about the Raspberry Pi and Pi alternatives. We talk about some OSs like…

Please be advised that this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word-for-word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-free version of the show.Leo Laporte [00:00:00]:It's time for TWiT this Week in Tech. Mike Elgin is here. Doc Rock. Jason Heiner will talk about the AI Anthropic…

Your iPhone and iPad have a hidden powerhouse that rivals macOS Finder - and most users barely scratch its surface. Mikah Sargent takes you on a comprehensive tour of the Files app, revealing powerful features like document scanning, server connections, and collaborative folder sharing that…

Sales of Apple devices spike heavily as tariffs and potential price hikes drive customers to a shopping frenzy for Apple goods. Apple, alongside Google, is given permission to keep TikTok in its App Store until the US deal is finalized. Could the iPhone's auto-suggested contact be to blame for the…

Is there an easy way to convert an email into an audio file? Why can't I back up my files using both iDrive and iCloud? Why aren't banks using proper two-factor authentication methods? Plus, Sam Abuelsamid talks about the Cadillac CELESTIQ display and how manufacturers are leaning in more to…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show. 00:00 - Lisa Laporte (Host)Hi everyone. This is Lisa Laporte. I'm the CEO of TWiT.tv and this is my partnership podcast host red…

New iPhones have been announced, so it's time to prepare for updates, upgrades, and transfers! Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share their tips, tricks, and processes for purchasing and migrating to a new iPhone. How to back up your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch How to back up your…

Having overseen podcast ad sales for over a decade, here at TWiT, we know how to properly implement podcast campaigns on our network. Here are the top four tools you should use to properly gauge your podcast campaigns.Use ad-tech, such as Podsights, Claritas, or Podscribe, to properly gauge…

On this episode, Mikah, Paul, and Richard discuss the lean tiny11 2311 project, Windows 11 updates like the new Energy Saver feature, Amazon's AI chatbot for enterprises, and Netflix's gaming service additions like GTA. Other topics covered include Xbox console deals, DuckDuckGo vs Google Search,…

AI-created, human edited. On Tech News Weekly, Mikah Sargent had Patrick Holland on from CNET to talk about Samsung's latest Galaxy Unpacked event where it unveiled the S25 series, signaling a strategic pivot towards artificial intelligence and incremental hardware improvements. The…

Pass the time productively! Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard explore apps that can help listeners start and maintain new hobbies. From geocaching to coloring apps, learning piano to birding, they showcase versatile options for various interests.Geocaching - Rosemary showcases this app that helps…