MacBreak Weekly with Leo Laporte

Jan 27th 2026

MacBreak Weekly 1009

We Don't Have Room for Bryan

Hosted by Leo Laporte, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell

Apple Unveils the Newest AirTags!

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Guests: Dave Hamilton
Category: News

Apple launches the next generation of its AirTags. Is Apple developing its own take on an AI wearable pin? Apple is holding an event in LA for creators: could this coincide with an announcement of the next MacBook Pro? And Apple snags a Best Picture nomination for 'F1: The Movie'.

  • Apple launches AirTag 2 with improved range, louder speaker, more.
  • Incremental iOS 26.2.1, iPadOS 26.2.1, watchOS 26.2.1 updates support the new AirTag.
  • Apple developing AI wearable pin.
  • Apple hosting LA event for creators on January 27-29 that could coincide with MacBook Pro announcement.
  • Apple reportedly aiming to upgrade the MacBook Pro twice this year.
  • Tim Cook slammed for attending 'Melania' screening on night of Alex Pretti killing.
  • Apple TV earns Best Picture nomination for ‘F1: The Movie’ in 2026 Oscars.
  • I let ChatGPT analyze a decade of my Apple Watch data. Then I called my doctor.
  • Ongoing RAM supply and cost crisis isn't an issue for Apple's iPhone — right now.

Picks of the Week

  • Dave's Pick: Anker Prime Foldable Wireless Charging Station (Feb 2026)
  • Andy's Pick: Mermaid
  • Jason's Pick: ChapterPod

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