<p>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.</p> <p>• Rumors suggest Apple may soon release an updated iPhone SE, possibly called the iPhone 16E, with an A18 chip to support Apple Intelligence<br /> • Speculation about a redesigned iPhone 17 with a camera bar similar to Google Pixel phones<br /> • Apple's progress in Apple Intelligence and its potential impact on various aspects of the ecosystem.<br /> • The brief integration of Netflix with the Apple TV app, which was quickly pulled back, possibly due to ongoing negotiations or a planned rollout<br /> • A potential new 27-inch mini-LED backlit Studio Display and updates to the MacBook Air with an M4 chip.<br /> • China's efforts to hamper iPhone production in India by tightening control over key technologies and limiting engineer travel<br /> • TikTok is back on app stores after a letter from the US Attorney General, though the hosts question if the letter provides sufficient reassurance<br /> • Apple is finally letting users merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations<br /> • The panel's perspective on the iPad vs. Mac debate, inspired by Matt Gemmell's article detailing his switch back to the Mac after 8 years of iPad-only use<br /> • The NBA's updated Apple Vision Pro app features a 3D tabletop view, offering an immersive experience for fans<br /> • Apple Intelligence, a new Spatial showcase app, and an enhanced Guest mode are rumored to be coming to the Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update as soon as April</p> <p>Picks of the Week:<br /> • Andy's Pick: Tom Bihn Synapse 25 Backpack<br /> • Jason's Pick: Bellroy Transit Workpack<br /> • Leo's Pick: TUMI Backpacks<br /> • Alex's Pick: Tactical 5.11 Rush24 Backpack</p> <p><strong>Hosts:</strong> <a href="https://twit.tv/people/leo-laporte">Leo Laporte</a>, <a href="https://twit.tv/people/alex-lindsay">Alex Lindsay</a>, <a href="https://twit.tv/people/andy-ihnatko">Andy Ihnatko</a>, and <a href="https://twit.tv/people/jason-snell">Jason Snell</a></p> <p>Download or subscribe to <em>MacBreak Weekly</em> at <a href="https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly">https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly</a>.</p> <p><strong>Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts!</strong><br /> Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: <a href="https://twit.tv/clubtwit" rel="payment">https://twit.tv/clubtwit</a></p> <p><strong>Sponsors:</strong><ul> <li><a href="http://zscaler.com/security" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">zscaler.com/security</a></li> <li><a href="http://1password.com/macbreak" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">1password.com/macbreak</a></li> <li><a href="https://cachefly.com/twit" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">cachefly.com/twit</a></li> </ul></p>

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Published: 2025-02-18 18:45:00