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Apple cuts a $250M check over Siri's broken promises, we look at who's making Apple's chips next, OpenAI enters the media game, and SC State students go toe-to-toe with a lieutenant governor — plus a tip that'll make you never wait on hold agaiThe LowdownApple's $250M Siri Settlement — You Might Get a CheckiOS 26.5 RC: What's New Before WWDCApple Eyes Intel & Samsung for U.S. Chip Production2nd StringOpenAI Just Bought a Media CompanyFor The CultureSC State vs. The Lt. Governor: HBCUs Under FireThe HookupHow to Never Wait on Hold Again With Your iPhone

Apple built the most exclusive club in tech, but the velvet rope is down, AirDrop crossed the aisle, and Android just pulled up.The LowdowniOS 26.4 gave your iPhone an alarm feature that’s long been missingApple cuts interest rate for Apple Card Savings accounts… AGAINApple Vision Pro Used in World-First Cataract Surgery2nd StringAirDrop is now widely available on Android phonesFor The CultureFuture Faking or Change of HeartThe HookupQuick video editing on iPhone

Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO. Will his next “job” give him nightmares?The LowdownTim Cook steps down as Apple CEOTim Cook’s legacyApple Watch Blood Oxygen Ban2nd StringWill iPhone fold copy Huawei Pura X MaxFor The CultureMary J. still not feeling Burger King commercialThe HookupiOS update stop cops from accessing messages

The LowdowniPhone “Fold” LimboApp Store’s Bad DayiPhone Satellite Provide Bought by Amazon2nd StringChrome Extensions HijackedFor The CultureMichael: The MovieThe HookupHow to quickly jump back through Settings

Artemis II astronauts flaunt pictures of space through iPhone lensThe LowdownArtemis II astronauts share iPhone PhotosImproved WhatsApp CarPlay ExperienceAnthropic and Apple to make the web safer2nd StringAI can’t keep track of time?For The CultureBlack-founded Dual Shot Recorder app climbs to #1The HookupDownload ⁠DualShot Recorder⁠ app

Apple celebrates 50 years of thinking different…  A look back and a look forward.The LowdownHappy Birthday AppleMost notable announcements through the yearsNASA’s Artemis II launch to be filmed in Apple Vision Pro immersive videoApple continues to roll out age verification around the world2nd StringAnthropic leaked its own source codeFor The CultureFree Speech can have consequencesThe HookupHow-to natively blur faces in Photos

Will WWDC get some intelligence this year?New OS updatesiOS 26.4 | iPadOS 26.4 | watchOS 26.4 | macOS Tahoe 26.4WWDC 26 AnnouncedApple/Google AI partnership details2nd StringInstagram/YouTube rulingFor The CultureGeorgia moving to the Atlantic time zone?The HookupLogitech MX Master 4: Macro-powered AI Mouse

The LowdownNew Product Alert:  AirPod Max 2Apple releases Background Security Improvement for iPhone, iPad, and MacApple Milestone Birthday Approaches2nd StringGamers Over Nvidia?For The CultureAnother 1st Black (fill in the blank)The HookupShow highlighted text in share links

Avoiding China tariffs via brown-nosing may not be Apple’s only strategy…The LowdownApple’s newly discontinued productsWhy is iPhone production picking up in India?Mac Mini tapped as the hardware for ‘Perplexity Computer?2nd StringUsing ChatGPT to do your taxes?For The Culture‘Magic City’ Hawks collabThe HookupThe best way to save full-page iPhone webpage screenshots

The “iOS Press Release” is no longer just for people making a long mea culpa on social media. It now includes Apple hard launching new devices…The “Apple Experience”iPhone 17e | iPad Air | MacBook Neo | MacBook Air | MacBook Pro | Studio Display XDRIf you want to watch the splashy videos, 9to5 Mac has collated them all in one post.2nd StringAI goes to WarFor The CultureThe $10k Baby Shower

Word on the street is Apple is bringing back the entry-level laptop soonThe LowdownApple brings back the MacBook?Apple’s March 4th “Experience”Apple brings age verification to UK usersApple fined (again) by Brazil over lack of charger2nd StringAnthropic to dial back AI safety measures…If other companies do it firstFor The CultureTech-ing While Black: Calcea Johnson and Ne'Kiya JacksonGoogle apologizes for uncensored N-word news alertThe HookupAnker 3-n-1 travel charger: $50 off

We’re here to help find your dog only, we promise that’s “all” we’ll do…The LowdownOS 26.3 dropped today across Apple devicesOld versions of iOS, macOS, and iPadOS get updates tooJony Ive Ferrari interior might be a glimpse of the Apple Car that never was2nd StringSuper Bowl ad for Ring's dog-tracking cameras stirs privacy controversyFor The CultureDid the Super Bowl Halftime Show deliver?The HookupAdd a poll in Messages for quicker group decisions

Everybody isn’t streaming music as much as we think…The LowdownBeware: ApplePay email phishing scamWhy you should use an SSD with Final Cut Pro for iPadWho’s keeping iTunes alive?2nd String“Eco-anxious” women aren’t adopting AI as fast as menWho’s really doing the work when AI replaces jobsAre you using MoltBot AI on your machine?For The CultureTech-ing While Black: Clarice Phelps - ChemistThe HookupHow to use Apple Intelligence as a Chatbot

The tech streets are talking. But are we picking up what they’re putting down?The LowdownApple launches AirTag 2Apple Cash is making instant transfers more expensive soonRumor Has It Quick HitsApple to ‘unveil’ results of Google Gemini partnership as soon as next month: reportApple’s rumored ‘HomePad’ device gets encouraging launch updateApple is working on an AI-powered wearable pin: report 2nd StringUS-ification of TikTok is CompleteFor The CultureIs social media a drug?The HookupDon’t reply ‘STOP’ to spam text messagesNote: Misidentified Craig Federighi for John Ternus in this segment. Corrected later in the show.

Apple is on top of the smartphone market. What can they do to stay there?The LowdownApple edges Samsung for the #1 smartphone maker spotWhat will make iPhone Fold “work”Apple urges users to update Home app or lose accessWhy you should Reboot your iPhone2nd StringAds ARE coming to ChatGPTFor The CultureKevin Stefanski comes to the ATL…The HookupWhy you should block instead of unsubscribe from emails

Even still, you have to know what you’re doing...The LowdownJPMorgan Chase becomes the new issuer of the Apple CardApple Creator Studio suite is launching to take on AdobeApple chooses Google’s Gemini to power next-gen Siri2nd StringAnthropic launches Claude CoworkFor The CultureThat’s Ludacris!The HookupSmart Lists for the Win

We made some bold predictions last year…and made even more this year.The LowdownWe review our 2025 Apple predictions to see how we did versus what Apple actually didWe also make new 2026 Apple predictions to forecast what Apple will (or won’t) do this year2nd StringIn CES news…Roku introduces new streaming serviceSamsung unveils true foldable displayNew “chores” robot on the sceneFor The CultureSuprise…Diddy can’t pay his people while in prisonThe HookupIf you haven’t turned on iOS 26 ‘Call Screening’ feature…

Apple dropped 24 security patches alongside shiny new features, but the boring stuff is honestly why you should update.The Lowdown26.2 dropped for all productsApple Music is coming to ChatGPT, OpenAI announcesApple will supply senior managers to advise feds on new US Tech Force2nd StringYouTube to stream the Oscar AwardsFor The Culture“We told you so” Crisean Rock removes face tattoo of ex-boyfriendThe HookupHow to sign and save your signature on Mac

Apple Music, TV and games are down. How will we entertain ourselves? The Lowdown30% off Mattel when using Apple PayApple Music & TV outageTim Cook goes to Washington over Apple Age verificationApple warns users on using Google Chrome2nd StringAndroids can now share live video with 911For The CultureDiddy Doc recapThe HookupHow to customize macOS folders

A decision has to be made.The LowdownMake Your Own Mac ProApple Security Bounties Take a HitLeadership Shift with Apple Intelligence2nd StringNetflix Bans Streaming From Your Phone to Your TVFor The Culture“New” MediaThe HookupGet your piece of the data breach pie

If you’re gonna spend money this holiday season, do it the safe way.The LowdownApple Black Friday DealsLife without “Hey Siri”2nd StringFrom Mac to PC?For The CultureBel Air [Final] Season 4The HookupHoliday Shopping Security Tips

Only if you already got the benefit...The LowdownAre desktops irrelevant?Verdict in for Apple Watch Blood Oxygen LawsuitiPhone 17’s N1 chip delivers major Wi-Fi speed boost2nd StringDown goes another cloud services platformFor The CultureUse your “ambition” not DEI The Hookup5% Cash Back at Ace Hardware and Booking.com

You can now create your Apple Digital ID to be used…whenever businesses get around to supporting them.The LowdownApple Watch gets native Notes appAdd your Digital ID to Apple WalletmacOS 26.2 to include a ring light?SmartThings integrates with SiriOur phones are listening2nd StringGoogle services down this weekFor The CultureTarget’s new “friendliness policy”The HookupYouTube TV subscribers - Don’t miss your $20 credit

Not a whole lot of new OS 26.1 “fun” stuff, but a whole lot of new “security” stuffThe LowdownOS 26.1 Versions ReleasedApple’s next smart-home gadget is already hiding in iOS 26.2?WhatsApp full functionality comes to Apple Watch2nd StringAI “Artist” Makes it to Billboard ChartsFor The CultureThe Great Rotisserie Chicken DebateThe HookupUpdate Your Phone

Car companies are divided on what to do with infotainment system integration…The LowdowniOS 26.1 Release Candidate sneak peekAirPods Pro 3 airplane issuesToyota adds Apple Maps EV routing2nd StringICE agents scanning faces to confirm citizenshipFor The CultureNo Limit VERZUZ Cash MoneyThe HookupLVP Flooring install heads up#Apple #CarPlay #Toyota #EV #GeneralMotors

In this AI video game, it looks like some are being quite duplicitous with their methods...The LowdownGM removing CarPlay, Steve Jobs is the inspirationiPhone Always On Display gets a new tweakApple still the cool kid2nd StringAWS outage reeks havocFor The CultureFighting for the King Legacy: OpenAI blocks MLK Jr VideosThe HookupHow to use Apple Watch’s hypertension feature in watchOS 26

New M5 chip crammed inside the latest MacBook Pro and iPad Pro…The LowdownNew Apple M5 ChipNew M5 MacBook ProNew M5 iPad ProApple TV drops the “+”2nd StringFacebook removes ICE-targeting FB GroupFor The CultureRest In Power D’angeloThe HookupApple Fitness “Workout Buddy”

Why are the ads SO loud?!? Now, there’s a fix for that now...The LowdownICEBlock removal from App Store Apple Wallet’s new boarding passes in iOS 26 now supported by a major airlineApple Intelligence fix… replace the leader?2nd StringCalifornia bans loud commercials on streaming platformsFor The CultureDiddy Sentencing: Was It Enough?The HookupHow create a custom haptic vibration ringtone

Our favorite fast-food game is back but with some upgrades…The LowdownWhat’s in the latest Apple OS updatesApple wants Musk’s ChaptGPT lawsuit dismissedNica’s AirPods Pro 3 first impressions2nd StringMickey Dee’s Monopoly game is back…on your phoneFor The CultureCrissle’s “motherhood” comments towards Cardi B.The HookupDon’t delete those spam emails

All the new animations are a bit of a shock to the normThe Lowdown1st Week with new OS 26Too Late to Change Now… iOS26 downgrade haltediPhones will add US Passport support by end of 20252nd StringJaguar Land Rover cyberattack shutdown to hit four weeksFor The CultureProve Me Wrong DebatesThe HookupHow to use AirPods as an iPhone camera control

Now that OS 26 is out, is Liquid Glass a slam dunk, or is more polish needed?The LowdowniPhone 17 Pre-order salesOS 26 First ImpressionsiOS 26battery drain issue2nd StringFacebook class action payments going outFor The Culture“Killa Cam” shuts down cringeworthy ogling of co-hostsThe HookupHow to turn on call iOS 26 Call screening

In no rush to get the latest Awe Dropping productsThe LowdownAwe Dropping Event Run DownProduct HighlightsAirPod Pro 3Apple Watch SEApple Watch 11Apple Watch Ultra 3iPhone 17iPhone AiriPhone 17 ProPlanned Purchases Least favorite new productFavorite new featureLeast favorite new featureWill there be a “One More Thing” event or announcement for 2025?The HookupiOS 26 officially launches on Monday, Sept. 15th

We dive deeper into the upcoming Apple (iPhone 17) Event.The LowdownUrgent WhatsApp updateApple Event rumor mill predictionsOur 2025 Apple Predictions check-in2nd StringInstagram’s long awaited iPad appFor The CultureUnknown Number Netflix documentaryThe HookupWhy you should enable Guest Account on your Mac

We’ll soon see how awesome these new Apple products will be. The LowdownApple Fall Event AnnouncedApple Invites is TryingSo He Did It: Musky follows through on lawsuit2nd StringNew SSNs might be neededFor The CultureBarrel Gone Barrel BackThe HookupHow to turn off Apple Market promotional messages

Apple releases two OS updates in as many weeks while Uncle Nearest can’t update their financial records fast enough.The LowdownApple Watch Blood Oxygen Monitoring is backTWO new Apple OS updates iPhone production shifting from ChinaUK says “nevermind” to Apple security backdoorFor The CultureUncle Nearest whiskey takeoverThe HookupNew phone game to keep you off your phone

The patience and grace has run out for Apple Intelligence… Apple needs to get it’s own AppleCare subscription.The LowdownTACO ‘besties’ are fightingIs Perplexity a good fit for Apple?Apple's Low-Cost MacBook to Start at $599, Report Says2nd StringMusk v Altman: Race for the BrainFor The CultureBattle of the GenesThe HookupHow to request a download of iCloud Photos

…Or is Apple playing the politics game to save a “few” tariff bucks?The LowdownOS 26 Previews/Public Betas are outApple’s Manufacturing Academy in DetroitApple caves to Trump…again?Apple is suing…Apple Cinemas2nd StringNew York Times wants to see 120 Million ChatGPT user chatsOf course Meta was tracking women without their consentFor The CultureSha’Carri Richardson arrested for domestic violenceThe HookupHow to select multiple items with two-finger gesture

Nobody asked you to come over here.  Stay where you’re at.The LowdownUK finally backs downApple Card Race - There appears to be a frontrunnerApple researchers taught an AI model to reason about app interfaces2nd StringMeta’s new approach could change coding interviews for goodFor The CultureTea spilledThe HookupLumo private, secure AI chatbot

Not even cops can be trusted…with Apple accessThe LowdownApple drops more Intel MacsApple's New Device Protection PlanCop caught stealing Apple products2nd StringThe court system is getting in trouble with AIFor The CulturePoor Coldplay couple, lolThe HookupTake a screenshot to copy/past text

A $500M investment goes a long way when you’re trying to get yourself a win!The LowdownApple TV + gets 81 total Emmy nominationsiOS 26 can freeze your FaceTime video if it detects nudityApple cuts a deal for recycling rare earth magnets in the US2nd StringCopilot is coming to cars — and so are Teams callsFor The CultureIs the new Superman too *eye roll* ‘woke’?The HookupHow to add a Messages conversation to your home screen

With new tariffs looming, will Apple be forced to bring production stateside, or is this just another round of tough talk with no real bite?The LowdownMac and Watch tariffs coming soon?Watered-down iOS 26 for UK usersApple acquires its way into the AI raceApple AI support chatbot in the works?2nd String‘Click to Cancel’ legislation is…cancelledFor The CultureEssence CPT is not Laryn Hill’s faultThe HookupDisable “Always On” for better Apple Watch battery life

The LowdownApple Music celebrates its 10th birthday in a big way. iPhone only app, ICEBlock, goes viral overnight and races to the top in the App Store.  In “what could happen” news,  Apple is reportedly considering letting Anthropic and OpenAI power Siri. 2nd StringMeet Meta’s SuperIntelligence TeamFor The CultureThe Puffy Verdict is in… & it’s not good for his survivors.The HookupView Your Apple Music “Replay All Time”

Teaching teenage financial literacy using the Apple CardThe LowdownApple claps back at Epic rulingFans rebuke Finder app iconChase Sapphire Reserve Apple benefits2nd StringRobotaxis have made it to AtlantaFor The CultureB.Simone: Girl what’s going on?The HookupHow to unlock your phone only with a passcode

With the ending of WWDC marking the unofficial tech start of Summer, tech goes on vacation.The LowdownTech is going on break but we found a couple of Apple things with one-time code autofill feature getting better in iOS 26 and iOS beta code includes new references to Apple’s upcoming smart display home2nd StringMeta to introduce ads and subscriptions on WhatsAppFor The CultureBlack Women In Health - Different Sides of the CoinThe HookupGet the rare Apple Deal this time for Apple Card

Is it refreshing or concerning that WWDC was void of the pre-promised Siri AI that Apple unveiled last year?The LowdownRumored OS naming confirmedUnified “glassy” user experienceThe best features announced2nd StringWhat happens WHEN AI goes down?For The CultureKeith Sweat and “A woman’s place”The HookupManually backup iOS 18 to your computer First

As the world descends on Apple Park on Monday, we discuss what we could potentially see.The LowdownWe’re getting ready for WWDC 25 while highlighting the way Apple products are transforming care at Emory Healthcare and $9B anti-fraud saving in the App Store.2nd StringLaunch Day for Nintendo Switch 2For The CulturePerpetuating Black Boy JoyThe HookupWatch This! The NBA Finals & Netflix’s Pantheon

Will a change to the OS naming convention improve consistency and reduce confusion, or is Apple in need of a “subject change” from Apple Intelligence?The LowdownApple OS name changes, Apple buys Sneaky Sasquatch, iPad gets WhatsApp, and Apple Card Savings interest rate cut2nd StringTexas is forcing Apple & Google to age verifyFor The Culture‘Sinners’ coming to streaming on June 3rdThe HookupDon’t put the meat on the grill too soon

Heavy is the head that wears the crown. Apple’s reign appears to be slipping.The LowdownFortnite makes it back on Apple App Store after 5-year absence while yet another password huge leak has been found, but this time Apple IDs are included.2nd StringIt seems like Apple may have some real competition now that Google I/O makes a splash with AI and Jony Ive teams up with OpenAI. We ask the question: Is there a bigger expectation on WWDC now?For The CultureKeep Your F’n Hands Off Me: Denzel protects his personal spaceThe HookupSpeak to the Journal App

Apple knows when your kids are trying to hack Screen time…The LowdowniOS 18.5 released, Lopez Class Action Settlement email important, Apple tariff truths questioned.2nd StringTemu and SHEIN see lower tariffs…kindaFor The CultureGoogle settles bias lawsuit with Black employeesThe Hookup‘Hold That Thought’ Shortcut

Collecting and keeping these coins at all costsThe LowdownNot going down without a fight as Apple appeals App Store ruling while adding more search providers  to Safari as Google usage lags. With an update to Matter,  HomeKit set up gets easier with tap-to-pair and multiple devices QR code2nd StringThe Biggest Fumble: Microsoft shuts down SkypeFor The CultureThe South Got Something to Say: OutKast to be inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of FameThe HookupmacOS Sequoia iPhone Screen Mirroring