Macworld Podcast

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Episode 1004: Apple HomeView, HomePod mini 2, and more from 'Welcome Home' Oct 14, 2026

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Apple held its “Welcome Home” event and on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we recap Apple’s announcements.

Apple's 'completely personal’ HomeView smart-home hub is built for sharing: https://www.macworld.com/article/325954
Hands-on with HomeView: https://www.macworld.com/article/3259702
The new HomePod mini 2 is a bigger upgrade than it looks: https://www.macworld.com/article/3259370
Pre-ordered the new Apple TV 4K? Here are 5 reasons you should cancel ASAP: https://www.macworld.com/article/3259731
Apple Home Collection: https://www.macworld.com/article/3259650
Original HomePod mini: https://www.macworld.com/article/234895

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Episode 1003: iPhone 18 Pro review Oct 07, 2026

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The iPhone 18 Pro is here, offering better performance, better battery life, and better cameras. Is it worth the money? Tune in to find out.

iPhone 18 Pro review: The best kind of boring: https://www.macworld.com/article/3242385
iPhone 18 Pro and Max Guide: Everything you need to know: https://www.macworld.com/article/2953687
Apple confirms iPhone cellular issue, admits affected units can’t be fixed: https://www.macworld.com/article/3250214
Wait, is the iPhone 18 Pro really faster than an M4 Mac?: https://www.macworld.com/article/3243697
Popping your iPhone 18 Pro into last year's case? Not so fast: https://www.macworld.com/article/3238647
The iPhone 18 Pro is a reward for those who waited: https://www.macworld.com/article/3237376

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Episode 1002: Mac mini and Mac Studio reviews Sep 30, 2026

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Apple recently updated the Mac mini and the Mac Studio, so on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the new chips in those Macs, the speed improvements, and what you get for the money.

Mac mini (M5 Pro) review: Killer performance at a lethal price: https://www.macworld.com/article/3239233
Mac Studio (M5 Max) review: Shifting into overdrive: https://www.macworld.com/article/3238319
Should you buy a Mac mini now? M6 vs M5 Pro buying advice: https://www.macworld.com/article/3140334
The new Mac mini hides an ugly SSD secret: https://www.macworld.com/article/3242312
A Brief History of Microsoft Excel (Noble Desktop): https://blog.nobledesktop.com/history-of-microsoft-excel
Photo of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates announcing Microsoft Excel (Getty Images): https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/american-computer-magnates-steve-jobs-co-founder-of-apple-news-photo/84623889

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Episode 1001: iOS 27 and macOS 27 reviews Sep 23, 2026

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Apple released iOS 27 and macOS 27 and on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the new operating systems and what you should know.

iOS 27: Major features, compatible iPhones, updates, and more: https://www.macworld.com/article/2986799
iOS 27 is here and you shouldn’t wait to get it on your iPhone: https://www.macworld.com/article/3233886
Apple Watch Series 4 (2018) review: https://www.macworld.com/article/231935

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Episode 1000: A look back at Macworld Podcast moments Sep 16, 2026

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This is episode 1000 of the Macworld Podcast! We’re taking this opportunity to take a look at some historic Apple releases and how they were covered way back then.

Show notes for episode 1000:
Apple unveils the iPhone: Episode 64: https://www.macworld.com/article/223501
Cyrus Faviar, the founder of the Macworld Podcast: https://cyrusfarivar.com
Apple announces MacBook Air: Episode 103: https://www.macworld.com/article/224058
Dan Moren, former Macworld staffer: https://dmoren.com
First impressions of Siri: Episode 266: https://www.macworld.com/article/214726
The Macalope: https://www.macworld.com/opinion/the-macalope
Apple drops headphone jack from iPhone: https://www.macworld.com/article/228736
iPhone X first impressions: https://www.macworld.com/article/230680
Chris Breen, former Macworld Podcast host: https://chrisbreen.com
Original Apple Watch announcement: https://www.macworld.com/article/224103

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Episode 999: iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and more Sep 10, 2026

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On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo, Apple Watch Series 12, and a lot more. Tune it to find out more!

Surprise and Shine Apple iPhone event blog: https://www.macworld.com/article/3228054
iPhone 18 Pro: Everything you need to know https://www.macworld.com/article/2953687
iPhone Duo: Everything you need to know https://www.macworld.com/article/2629813
Apple Watch Series 12 (2026): Everything you need to know: https://www.macworld.com/article/3177024
Original AirPods hands-on: https://www.macworld.com/article/228729
Apple's AirPods are nowhere to be seen, or heard: https://www.macworld.com/article/229276

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Episode 998: ‘Surprise and Shine!’ iPhone event preview Sep 02, 2026

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Apple is set to reveal new iPhones on September 9, so on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what to expect: the iPhone 18 Pro, new Apple Watches, and a new folding iPhone. Surprise and Shine! Apple’s big iPhone event set for September 9: https://www.macworld.com/article/3221483

iPhone 18 Pro: Release date, price, specs and latest rumors ahead of Apple’s event: https://www.macworld.com/article/2953687 iPhone Ultra: Apple’s first folding iPhone: https://www.macworld.com/article/2629813 Apple Watch Series 12 (2026): Everything we know so far: https://www.macworld.com/article/3177024 Review of the very first iPod touch: https://www.macworld.com/article/187386 Send us an email: ⁠podcast@macworld.com⁠ Bluesky: ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/macworld.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/Macworld⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/macworld_hq/⁠ Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.com/@macworld_hq⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@macworld.com⁠

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Episode 997: The end of the Tim Cook era Aug 26, 2026

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Tim Cook’s tenure as CEO of Apple comes to an end on September 1. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a look at Cook’s memorable run at running one of the most valuable companies in the world.

Show note for episode 997: https://www.macworld.com/article/3219134
Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO: https://www.macworld.com/article/3119381
Apple turns to Tim Cook to replace Steve Jobs: https://www.macworld.com/article/213996
Tim Cook’s legacy: 9 small bets that paid off and 2 big swings that didn’t: https://www.macworld.com/article/3123189

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Episode 996: Apple product leaks! AirPods Camera and more Aug 19, 2026

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With new products coming soon, it's getting more difficult for Apple to keep them under wraps. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a look at a few leaks from Apple OS updates that provide insight into what to expect in the coming months.

(00:00:00) Intro
(00:00:23) Roman’s Iceland vacation
(00:05:00) What’s on today’s show
(00:08:16) macOS 26.7 beta product leaks
(00:48:10) Apple History
(01:03:36) Comment Corner
(01:06:41) Wrap up

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Episode 995: Folding phones and the iPhone Ultra Aug 12, 2026

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Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and guest producer Adam Patrick Murray break down the folding phone landscape and how Apple's upcoming iPhone Ultra will change it.

(00:00:00) - Introduction

(00:09:24) - iPhone 20th Anniversary rumors

(00:25:13) - iPhone Ultra vs Android folding phones

(01:03:59) - This week in Apple History: Power Mac G4

(01:10:22) - Comment Corner

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