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Scammers go phishing and Microsoft isn't playing games, on the AppleInsider Podcast

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As we wait for the iPhone 16 launch and recount all the rumors, spammers are busy sending hysterical emails that are shockingly effective -- and the Mac has a chance to dethrown Windows as a gaming platform.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Oracle: Take a free test drive of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure at oracle.com/appleinsiderLinks from the Show:New Apple Watch Series 10 rumors disagree over screen redesignApple's iPhone 16 cases may not need a cutout for the Capture buttonLock in the best trade-in value for your used iPhone, Apple Watch ahead of the iPhone 16Most iPhone buyers prioritize need over new features in latest upgradesiPhone 16 price increases could subdue an Apple Intelligence super-cycleA new iPad mini 7 may be close — what the rumor mill says is comingMicrosoft's Copilot+ gaming fail could be a big Apple Silicon win'Civilization VI' finally has native Apple Silicon supportFacebook ad partner may have tried to listen into your conversationsNo, an actual Apple Watch Ultra does not have a hidden cameraYou won't be fooled by hysterical phishing emails, but you know people who willApple stuck between a rock and a hard place tackling nonconsensual porn generatorsApple won't let go of the idea of a touchscreen MacBook ProPregnant cardiologist says Apple Watch saved her and her babyPublic demand gets Apple to finally announce Find My for South KoreaSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected] (00:00) - Intro and Glowtime (14:04) - Anniversary Apple Watch (19:28) - Just in case (29:38) - Inaction button (36:02) - Macs and gaming history (44:06) - Apple and Microsoft transitions (01:05:16) - Gone phishing ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As we wait for the iPhone 16 launch and recount all the rumors, spammers are busy sending hysterical emails that are shockingly effective -- and the Mac has a chance to dethrown Windows as a gaming platform.Contact your hosts:@williamgallagher_ on Threads@WGallagher on TwitterWilliam's 58keys on YouTubeWilliam Gallagher on email@hillithreads on Threads@Hillitech on TwitterWes on MastodonWes Hilliard on emailSponsored by:Oracle: Take a free test drive of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure at oracle.com/appleinsiderLinks from the Show:New Apple Watch Series 10 rumors disagree over screen redesignApple's iPhone 16 cases may not need a cutout for the Capture buttonLock in the best trade-in value for your used iPhone, Apple Watch ahead of the iPhone 16Most iPhone buyers prioritize need over new features in latest upgradesiPhone 16 price increases could subdue an Apple Intelligence super-cycleA new iPad mini 7 may be close — what the rumor mill says is comingMicrosoft's Copilot+ gaming fail could be a big Apple Silicon win'Civilization VI' finally has native Apple Silicon supportFacebook ad partner may have tried to listen into your conversationsNo, an actual Apple Watch Ultra does not have a hidden cameraYou won't be fooled by hysterical phishing emails, but you know people who willApple stuck between a rock and a hard place tackling nonconsensual porn generatorsApple won't let go of the idea of a touchscreen MacBook ProPregnant cardiologist says Apple Watch saved her and her babyPublic demand gets Apple to finally announce Find My for South KoreaSupport the show:Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts to get ad-free episodes every week, access to our private Discord channel, and early release of the show! We would also appreciate a 5-star rating and review in Apple PodcastsMore AppleInsider podcastsTune in to our HomeKit Insider podcast covering the latest news, products, apps and everything HomeKit related. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or just search for HomeKit Insider wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe and listen to our AppleInsider Daily podcast for the latest Apple news Monday through Friday. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Podcast artwork from Basic Apple Guy. Download the free wallpaper pack here.Those interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: [email protected] (00:00) - Intro and Glowtime (14:04) - Anniversary Apple Watch (19:28) - Just in case (29:38) - Inaction button (36:02) - Macs and gaming history (44:06) - Apple and Microsoft transitions (01:05:16) - Gone phishing ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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