Apple Bitz XL w/ Brian Tong

Apple claims Safari search is down due to AI search engines. Apple appeals court-mandated App Store changes that benefit everyone except Apple. Plus, you can submit a claim for a $95 million Siri Spying Lawsuit. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]  

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2025

It's a first look at how thin the iPhone 17 Air might be, and the latest reports. Why it's in the perfect position to succeed this year based o consumer spending habits. Plus, the Siri team gets a major makeover along with Apple Intelligence. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]  

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

Apple's working on the next Apple Vision 'Air' if these leaks are to be believed. New information for the iPhone 'Fold' comes out, iOS 18.4 gets robot vacuum support and Beats has their own USB-C cables. Plus, how long will the iPhone be able to avoid tariffs? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

How much will the iPhone cost with tariffs? Could you really make an iPhone in the U.S.? Plus, new iOS 19 leaks, iPhone 17 Pro rumors and the Foldable iPhone is getting serious. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025

Apple officially announces WWDC 2025, new features come to iOS 18.4, new M5 iPad Pro and Macbook Pro are expected this year, and Apple Watch is still being held back by health sensor development. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

Apple surprises with new Lossless Audio and Ultra- Low Latency Audio for AirPods Max with USB-C. There are more repercussions from the Apple Intelligence delays, and the Apple Watch is getting cameras. But for what? Plus, Severance has been a critical success, but is it making a difference for Apple TV+? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]    

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

It's a breakdown of what is happening behind the scenes after the Apple Intelligence delay, and what it means for iOS 18, iOS 19 and future products. Plus, the iPhone 17 'Air', is looking to be the next design language for future iPhones, and I am here for it. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

It's my hands-on time with the new M4 MacBook Air in Sky Blue, the new M3 Ultra & M4 Max Mac Studio, and the new M3 iPad Air. They are exactly what you expect with a few new features that might matter to you and a lot more performance. Plus, new iOS 18.4 beta and visionOS 2.4 beta releases continue to push the Apple Vision Pro forward. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

Apple officially announces their new entry-level iPhone, the iPhone 16e. It's packed with a lot more tech including Apple's own C1 cellular modem for the first time ever. But is that $599 starting price point going to move consumers to buy it? We'll talk about what it has and what it doesn't have. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]    

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

Apple officially announces their new entry-level iPhone, the iPhone 16e. It's packed with a lot more tech including Apple's own C1 cellular modem for the first time ever. But is that $599 starting price point going to move consumers to buy it? We'll talk about what it has and what it doesn't have. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]    

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

Rumors point to the new iPhone SE 4 coming sometime next week, along with iOS 18.4. What can we expect from them? Plus, the new Apple Invites App brings Apple's polish and integration with it's ecosystem to make for a compelling app. And, foldable iPhone rumors won't go away. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2025

Apple Vision Pro is One. What is happening around it right now, and where must it go from here? Apple's Q1 earnings break records and reveals growth in almost every category, except the iPhone. Plus, will the Beats by Dre Powerbeats Pro 2 be the first with a heart rate sensor? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

Samsung just dropped a peek at their new super slim Galaxy S25 Edge phone at Samsung Unpacked. Well before Apple's rumored iPhone 17 'Air' super slim phone design. Did Samsung steal their thunder? Plus, Apple's entire product lineup for 2025 includes your standard product updates, refreshes to older products, and laying down the foundation of their smart home strategy. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]    

Transcribed - Published: 25 January 2025

What do we expect to see from Apple in 2025 & Beyond? Special Guest Ray Wong joins the pod to discuss their future, our predictions, Apple's biggest threats, and what they need to do beyond 2025! This is a two-hour epic, but it's absolutely worth it. So Buckle Up! You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Apple's Smart Home plans are shaping up to be even more aggressive than we first thought with a potential Security Camera system and Face ID Doorbell as possible new products beyond 2025. Plus, the latest iPhone 17 Air & 17 Pro reports, and Happy 8th Year Anniversary to the Original AirPods. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]  

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. iOS 18.2 is just about ready for release so here's all the new Generative AI features you'll finally be getting including Image Playground, Genmojis, ChatGPT integration and more. Plus, the latest iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 'Air' rumors, and the foldable iPhone is coming in 2026. Should you be excited? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2024

Is Apple considering making a dedicated Apple TV again? I hope not, and here's why. Plus, Apple Intelligence and Siri won't get their next big improvement until 2026. And the latest AirTags 2 and iPhone 17 'Air' reports. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. This week's episode comes to you from Dehli, India where I've been for the past week and some of my observations about their quickly evolving tech landscape. Plus, reports claim Apple is finally going to make a serious push into the Smart Home Space, with a new connected Smart Display. Plus, Apple Vision Pro updates and more! You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 16 November 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now Apple threw one of it's biggest weeks ever with three new M4 Mac product announcements with the M4 iMac, M4 Mac mini, and M4 MacBook Pro. I'll talk it all through with you.Plus an exclusive interview with Apple's Senior Executive team to talk about the new Hearing Aid Feature and Hearing Experience for the AirPods Pro 2.  You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]    

Transcribed - Published: 1 November 2024

Apple drops another surprise on us after Greg Jozwiak teased that we're getting new Mac announcements next week. What M4 Macs do we expect to see? Plus, an in-depth review of the iPad mini with Content Creator Chris Lawley, who works exclusively from his iPad. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]  

Transcribed - Published: 26 October 2024

Apple officially announced the new iPad mini, which features a faster processor, Apple Intelligence support, and Apple Pencil Pro support. But did they do enough? What do you think? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2024

Apple officially announced the new iPad mini, which features a faster processor, Apple Intelligence support, and Apple Pencil Pro support. But did they do enough? What do you think? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2024

It's the first alleged hands-on with the new M4 MacBook Pro and Benchmarks show how much of a beast this is. Is Apple moving away from it's annual product release cycle? Because they definitely won't do that with the iPhone. Plus, Everything we expect to see at Apple's rumored October Mac Event! And will the iPad Mini make an appearance? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]  

Transcribed - Published: 12 October 2024

Is this the fastest that iPhone buzz has died down after a launch? It sure feels that way. Plus, October's Mac Event is next and we expect to see new M4 MacBook Pros, iMacs, and a new Mac mini. Plus, yes, there is still 'iPhone 17 Air' talk. Plus, more details behind my YouTube and twitter accounts getting hacked. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 5 October 2024

Meta just broke the biggest news of the year with their reveal of 'Orion' and the implications it has for the future. Did they leave Apple in the dust? Plus, Special Guest Gil Cabrera joins the pod to talk about Apple's Fall products, what he upgraded to and why, and which product stands out most to him. And please, don't say AirPods Max 2. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]  

Transcribed - Published: 27 September 2024

Special Gues Ray Wong joins the pod for an in-depth discussion and review for all of Apple's Fall announcements. That's the entire iPhone 16 and 16 Pro lineup, the Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4 & AirPods Max. Plus, is Apple Intelligence the biggest letdown for a launch product that we've ever seen? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 21 September 2024

I sit down for a quick chat with Apple's John Ternus, SVP of Hardware Engineering and Kaiann Drance, VP of Worldwide Product Marketing to talk iPhone 16 Pro. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2024

It's a special Apple Bitz XL Podcast from The 'I'ts Glowtime Event' in Apple's Podcast Studio at Apple Park! YouTubers UrAvgConsumer (Judner Aura), Krystal Lora, and TechMe0ut join the pod for their reactions and impressions of the new iPhone 16/16 Pro Lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4th generation, AirPods Pro 2 new hearing features, and are the AirPods Max a cop out? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. 'It's Glowtime' Is Apple's big Fall iPhone Event, and we expect to see the new Apple Watch lineup and new 4th generation AirPods. But this is about all the things we will NOT see so don't get your hopes up too high! M4 Macs? Save that for October or November! You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2024

Apple has officially announced their Fall Event on Monday, September 9th at Apple Park at 10 AM PT. We expect the new iPhone 16 & 16 Pro Lineup, Apple Watches, and AirPods. Could we see more? Plus, new M4 Macs in October! You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 30 August 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's everything we know about the iPhone 16 & 16 Pro lineup with one month to go before Apple's official announcement! Is it enough for you to upgrade this year? Plus, Google's Pixel 9 Pro lineup looks very good, and Google's Gemini is already years ahead of Apple Intelligence. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 16 August 2024

Apple Intelligence comes to the iOS 18.1 Developer Beta,...well not all of it, but some of the features.Plus, Apple has another record earnings quarter, even if iPhone took a little revenue drop. And the rumored foldable iPad gets pushed out to 2026, in case you really want a foldable iPad. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Apple's iOS 18 Public Beta and more are available now, but they aren't anywhere near close to what Apple showed us at WWDC 24. Samsung Unpacked decides to copy Apple's homework and the TinyPod brings back the nostalgia of the iPod using an Apple Watch. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2024

Apple Vision Pro launches Internationally...How will it do? Plus, Apple's looking to make its products thinner and more durable. But will software be enough to combat declining sales? And say goodbye to Apple Pay Later. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2024

According to reports, Apple Intelligence won't be ready for iOS 18 until 2025 in the U.S.. Plus, the European Union will get it even later after Apple went on the record stating regulatory concerns from the EU. Then, Apple is bringing back its thin era, and it might be a good thing. Plus, is the Apple Vision Pro 2 development being suspended? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2024

It's a special WWDC24 Apple Bitz XL Podcast from Apple's Podcast Studio at Apple Park! Tech Youtuber Techmeout, Cherlynn Low from Engadget, and Lance Ulanoff from TechRadar join the pod for their reactions and impressions of the new Apple Intelligence platform, and what it means for the future of AppIe. Plus, our favorite features announced at WWDC24, and the features that didn't do it for us. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's the latest reports and rumors for everything we expect to see at WWDC24. And there's a whole lot more we don't know about. Artificial Intelligence will be everywhere and we'll see how Apple's partnership with OpenAI levels up iOS18. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 8 June 2024

It's an interview with the team-up of Marvel Studios and ILM Immersive who talked about how they made 'What If?...An Immersive Story on Apple Vision Pro. How long have they been working on it, how did the project come together and what technical aspects of Apple Vision Pro made this unique experience possible from the popular Marvel Studios Animated Series? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's my iPad Pro review with your thoughts and questions. Who does it make sense for? Plus, Apple's really doing a foldable MacBook, but do you really want it? The iPad Pro still doesn't run anything like macOS, so what would they put on this iPad Pro 'Pro'? And they better not call it that. Plus, Marvel Studios brings an exclusive experience to the Apple Vision Pro and it's the exact type of thing the Vision Pro needs. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2024

It's my hands-on reactions to the new iPad Pro, iPad Air, Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard from Apple's Event in New York City. Who are these for? And when is a thin iPad too thin? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's what we expect at Apple's iPad Event on May 7th. Plus, Apple's looking for an AI partner. Will it be Google or OpenAI? And why this is the most crucial WWDC for Apple in years. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now The App Store opens up to Game Emulators. You can now play Nintendo games on your iPhone and it's awesome. Plus, the latest iPad Air rumors, The future of the M4 chip for Macs, and more! You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Apple Vision Pro levels up with the new Spatial Persona feature. The latest iPad Pro details and potential release date. Plus, is Apple working on their own Robot? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Apple Bitz XL listeners get 15% off unlimited access to every class at masterclass.com/applebitz The US has sued Apple for an illegal monopoly over smartphones. Special Guest and General Counsel Gil Cabrera jumps on the show to offer his expert insight. Plus, my interview with Apple's Greg Joswiak at Apple Park and what he had to say about Apple, the camera, Spatial video, and more. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Special Guest Bloomberg's Mark Gurman joins the pod to talk about the M3 Macbook Air, Artificial Intelligence, and what really happened with the Apple Car Project. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2024

The Apple Car Project has been canceled. What went wrong during its 10 years behind the scenes? Everything. Plus, what other 'projects' are Apple working on? And iOS 17.4 is right around the corner. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. It's all about generative A.I. for the iPhone 16/16 Pro and iOS 18. An improved Neural Engine and new software features will define the iPhone in 2024. Plus, Apple's OLED display transition is expected to be complete by 2027 and Mark Zuckerberg thinks the Meta Quest 3 is better than the Apple Vision Pro, because his company makes it. You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2024

Visit Indeed.com/applebitz to start hiring now. Special Guest Ray Wong from Inverse joins the pod to breakdown all the good and bad for the Apple Vision Pro. This one goes deep, but we really get into the nuance and what this means for Apple and the future. Is it REALLY worth the buy at $3500? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2024

Special Guest Gil Cabrera joins the pod to talk all about the launch of the Apple Vision Pro and what's top of mind after watching the first batch of reviews, including mine. It's finally here, so where can it go from here? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2024

Special Guest Gil Cabrera joins the pod to talk all about the launch of the Apple Vision Pro and what's top of mind after watching the first batch of reviews, including mine. It's finally here, so where can it go from here? You can help support this show and my independent work at www.patreon.com/briantong THANK YOU! Call into the show by recording a Voice Memo and sending it to [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2024