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“… going to accelerate their designs I mean they could do They could have a more significant revision in a couple of years but you wouldn bet on it Mark Gurman this week continued his slow drip of features coming as part of new Apple Intelligence and Siri enhancements with iOS 27 I feel like he's just publishing report after report, each of which contains one or two new tidbits. I don't know if he has all the information and he's holding it back to gradually release it with time or if he's just continually getting new information. but this feels like the fifth or sixth report like this we've gotten …”“kind of signals they going to accelerate their designs I mean they could do They could have a more significant revision in a couple of years but you wouldn bet on it Mark Gurman this week continued his slow drip of features coming as part of new Apple Intelligence and Siri enhancements with iOS 27 I feel like he's just publishing report after report, each of which contains one or two new tidbits. I don't know if he has all the information and he's holding it back to gradually release it with time or if he's just continually getting new information. but this feels like the fifth or sixth report like this we've gotten recently. This one specifically focuses on Siri's ability to multitask. So Gurman says that Apple is developing the ability for the voice assistant to parse and handle multiple requests from a single prompt. So the example he gives is asking Siri to check the weather, create a calendar event, and send a message all within one prompt. This is not …”View more
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Apple is set to enhance Siri's capabilities by allowing it to handle multiple requests in one prompt, a feature that users have long anticipated. This improvement is part of the upcoming iOS 27 and aims to streamline user interactions, making Siri more efficient and versatile. Although similar functionalities were hinted at previously, this confirmation brings excitement for its official release.
9to5Mac Happy Hour·AirPods Max 2 review, Apple’s anniversary, Mac Pro discontinued·Apr 02, 2026
“… who have done this. If you've done this, reach out because everybody's kind of talked about this idea of like, help businesses implement AI. I think Mark Cuban is like, hey, if you're a kid, if you want to be successful, go help businesses implement AI. I think it's obvious. However, I haven't heard a ton of stories. Maybe this is just me not being kind of looking for it, but I haven't heard a ton of stories of the specifics around this. And I'm always, curious more about the specifics than the general. So for example, I saw this AI tool that was for med spas and they were like, look, every med …”“… need to go like read the whole training manual, right? It just answers immediately. So AI voice agents are like the best foot in the door for small businesses right now. That's cool. I like that. It would be very interesting to hear from people who have done this. If you've done this, reach out because everybody's kind of talked about this idea of like, help businesses implement AI. I think Mark Cuban is like, hey, if you're a kid, if you want to be successful, go help businesses implement AI. I think it's obvious. However, I haven't heard a ton of stories. Maybe this is just me not being kind of looking for it, but I haven't heard a ton of stories of the specifics around this. And I'm always, curious more about the specifics than the general. So for example, I saw this AI tool that was for med spas and they were like, look, every med spa offers, you know, I'm a little out of my depth here, but every med spa is basically offering some sort of beauty service to somebody. So somebody's going to come in, they look one way, they want to look another way, and they have to believe that the med spa will get them from A to B. That's all a med spa has to do for them. And so what people …”View more
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AI voice agents are the new killer app for small businesses, just like websites were in the early internet days. By targeting specific industries like med spas, you can create custom AI solutions that address universal pain points, potentially earning $1.5 million a month. This approach not only simplifies business operations but also builds trust with customers, leading to increased sales.
My First Million·The Side Hustle King: "Make $20K+/month without money, luck, or experience"·Apr 01, 2026
“The Bulwark audience is familiar with Carney. I mean, Carney is the most Bulwark leader worldwide. Macron's position there was he was pushed aside by Mark Carney with his Trump derangement syndrome. Yeah. And, you know, that worked in part because it was so obvious and so proximate and people were so personally offended by the way that Donald Trump has treated Canada and rightly so. Mark Carney, of course, also moved the party to the center on some other important issues, most notably a carbon tax. So, you know, I encourage Democrats to look at that, the fact that you can abandon unpopular parts …”“The Bulwark audience is familiar with Carney. I mean, Carney is the most Bulwark leader worldwide. Macron's position there was he was pushed aside by Mark Carney with his Trump derangement syndrome. Yeah. And, you know, that worked in part because it was so obvious and so proximate and people were so personally offended by the way that Donald Trump has treated Canada and rightly so. Mark Carney, of course, also moved the party to the center on some other important issues, most notably a carbon tax. So, you know, I encourage Democrats to look at that, the fact that you can abandon unpopular parts of your agenda and be rewarded electorally for it. Mark Carney shows us that that is true. But so he's sort of the exception. That usually doesn't work. And so the administration has been very happy to see left-wing regimes down in Latin America becoming unpopular and losing elections. It's happened in Chile. It's probably going to happen in …”View more
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The war-induced oil shock is pushing the U.S. toward potential stagflation, a troubling economic condition reminiscent of the 1970s. With rising oil prices and a weakening labor market, the Federal Reserve faces tough decisions on interest rates that could lead to increased unemployment. This complex scenario highlights the delicate balance between inflation and economic growth during times of crisis.
The Bulwark Podcast·Josh Barro and Paige Cognetti: The World Is Going to Blame Trump·Apr 01, 2026
“… always a hot, hot sneaker brand. And some handful of years ago, it was all birds. The sustainable shoe company went public in 2021, topping out at a market capitalization of more than $4 billion. Now, though, the other shoe has dropped, if you will. Allbirds is going to sell its assets to the brand management company American Exchange Group for just $39 million. And as Marketplace's Kristen Schwab reports, it is not the only direct-to-consumer name from the mid-2010s suffering from slow sales. Direct-to-consumer businesses weren't a newfangled idea when they took off a decade or so ago. …”“All right, let's talk sneakers. On a day, by the way, when Nike had its worst day on Wall Street in almost two years, it does seem, though, that there is always a hot, hot sneaker brand. And some handful of years ago, it was all birds. The sustainable shoe company went public in 2021, topping out at a market capitalization of more than $4 billion. Now, though, the other shoe has dropped, if you will. Allbirds is going to sell its assets to the brand management company American Exchange Group for just $39 million. And as Marketplace's Kristen Schwab reports, it is not the only direct-to-consumer name from the mid-2010s suffering from slow sales. Direct-to-consumer businesses weren't a newfangled idea when they took off a decade or so ago. Remember, mail order catalogs came first. But Mark Cohen, former director of retail studies at Columbia, says the Internet refreshed the strategy. Anyone with an idea was relatively easily able to present it. In a lot of ways, that evened the playing field. Retail has traditionally been about who you know and what stores you can get your products into. All …”View more
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Allbirds, once valued at over $4 billion, is now selling its assets for just $39 million after struggling to maintain relevance in the competitive sneaker market. The brand's rapid expansion and diversification into apparel didn't resonate with consumers, leading to a decline in its cool factor. This highlights the challenge for direct-to-consumer brands to stay relevant amidst changing market dynamics and growing competition.
“… on a mission in the second half of the year. Can I jump in real quick and address that? Yeah, I think there's an answer. It's two words and it's Mark Fletcher. I mean, from like, I mean, just to spend any time around Mark Fletcher, talk to anybody else around that program. Mark Fletcher is like still having him like not even to mention how Malachi Tony kind of impressed everybody with the way he picked it up but Mark Fletcher has been there from the beginning of the build he is right there from the backyard he is the heartbeat like that that is the guy who Mario Cristobal can count on to be …”“… actually take roles. And I think the law of averages says that that's going to happen. It'd be kind of shocking if it didn't. But like, what's those guys leadership like? Are they all kind of doing the same? Like last year's team kind of felt like team on a mission in the second half of the year. Can I jump in real quick and address that? Yeah, I think there's an answer. It's two words and it's Mark Fletcher. I mean, from like, I mean, just to spend any time around Mark Fletcher, talk to anybody else around that program. Mark Fletcher is like still having him like not even to mention how Malachi Tony kind of impressed everybody with the way he picked it up but Mark Fletcher has been there from the beginning of the build he is right there from the backyard he is the heartbeat like that that is the guy who Mario Cristobal can count on to be Mario Cristobal's voice when it comes to the culture and building that thing out remember the story that Mario told about how Mark Fletcher had to put some of the early enrollees in their place during those playoff practices. Like the early enrollees show up, they get to practice with the team while Miami's going on the run. And yeah, I mean, …”View more
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Mark Fletcher is the heartbeat of Miami's football culture, playing a crucial role in shaping the team's identity. His leadership during intense training sessions has set the tone for new recruits, ensuring a strong continuation of the program's values. With his presence, fans can feel reassured about maintaining the team's culture despite key player losses.
Cover 3 College Football·Expectations For ACC Teams In 2026: Who Can Contend With Miami? James Franklin’s VT Debut & More!·Apr 01, 2026
“… the lawyer who beat Meta and Google. And it goes into some of his addictive techniques that are driving jurors crazy across the country. Attorney Mark Lanier, he uses props. Come on. Come on. What's more than props? He also uses parables. What? Parables. Metaphors. Axioms. All of the above. He moonlights as a preacher, and it shows when he's taking on the world's most powerful companies. The 65 came to court in downtown Los Angeles for closing arguments this month of one of the biggest trials of his career armed with a parable of leavened bread That feels like something that is designed to …”“And you're potentially filing your own lawsuit against the lawyers that were coming after these social media lawsuits. Yeah, yeah. So there's actually a profile in the Wall Street Journal, in the exchange this weekend, the lawyer who beat Meta and Google. And it goes into some of his addictive techniques that are driving jurors crazy across the country. Attorney Mark Lanier, he uses props. Come on. Come on. What's more than props? He also uses parables. What? Parables. Metaphors. Axioms. All of the above. He moonlights as a preacher, and it shows when he's taking on the world's most powerful companies. The 65 came to court in downtown Los Angeles for closing arguments this month of one of the biggest trials of his career armed with a parable of leavened bread That feels like something that is designed to make it hard to rip yourself away from. Exactly. So he knew he needed a simple way to show a jury that Meta's Instagram and Google's YouTube were designed to be addictive and were harmful to young people. So the veteran plaintiff's lawyer from Texas. We just say he looks fantastic for 65. He does look fantastic. And as much as I'm joking, I do think …”View more
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The legal accountability of Meta and YouTube for social media addiction marks a positive step towards protecting vulnerable teens from harmful digital environments.
The legal victories against Meta and Google are crucial steps in holding social media companies accountable for their addictive designs and the harm they cause to vulnerable users.
The legal strategy against social media giants is effective and could lead to significant accountability for platforms like Meta and YouTube.
TBPN·The Lawyer Who Beat Meta and Google, Revisiting The Jetsons, Japan Twitter | Tae Kim, Logan Bartlett, Sam Stephenson, Ben Broca, Brett Adcock, Andrei Serban·Mar 30, 2026
“… strengths of Silicon Valley actually don't quite overlap with the strengths of building a large factory. Now, in terms of the core question, we had Mark Andreessen here today. We talked about this. Mark was one of our first investors and has kind of been along with us with the entire ride, I mean, all the way to the presentation today. And we asked him this question about vertical, horizontal, what do you see happening in AI, what do you see happening in physical AI? And the punchline is, you know, all of our values that apply to intuition”“… you spend a lot of years in factories, as I have, there are some deep lessons that get imparted into you. And one of those lessons is, holy crap, these factories are extremely cost-intensive, capital-intensive, and they're extremely complex. And the strengths of Silicon Valley actually don't quite overlap with the strengths of building a large factory. Now, in terms of the core question, we had Mark Andreessen here today. We talked about this. Mark was one of our first investors and has kind of been along with us with the entire ride, I mean, all the way to the presentation today. And we asked him this question about vertical, horizontal, what do you see happening in AI, what do you see happening in physical AI? And the punchline is, you know, all of our values that apply to intuition”View more
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Building automotive factories is a complex and costly endeavor that starkly contrasts with the strengths of Silicon Valley. This insight comes from years of experience in the industry, highlighting the unique challenges faced when integrating AI into physical manufacturing. The discussion with investor Mark Andreessen further emphasizes the need for a different approach to merging technology with automotive production.
TBPN·AI Is Coming for Your Memes, Axios NPM Package Compromised, Claude Code Source Code Leak | Alex Pruden, Qasar Younis, Sebastian Mallaby, Forrest Heath, Dino Mavrookas, Will Ahmed, Jannick Malling, Ryan Daniels, Chris Yu·Mar 31, 2026
“… a mistrial because one of the defense attorneys wore a shirt featuring civil rights leaders. A week into the trial, U.S. District Court Judge Mark Pittman ruled that defense attorneys could not argue that the defendants, including the accused shooter, were acting in self-defense or the defense of others against unlawful force just because the officer had already drawn his handgun before Song fired. The prosecutors compared this to Waco. Judge Pittman ruled that the officer drawing and pointing his handgun at a fleeing suspect does not qualify as, quote, excessive as a matter of law …”“… in the woods overnight and evaded capture for 11 days with the help of others. Many of those who assisted Song evade capture after the shooting pled guilty to providing material support to terrorists. On the first day of this trial, the judge declared a mistrial because one of the defense attorneys wore a shirt featuring civil rights leaders. A week into the trial, U.S. District Court Judge Mark Pittman ruled that defense attorneys could not argue that the defendants, including the accused shooter, were acting in self-defense or the defense of others against unlawful force just because the officer had already drawn his handgun before Song fired. The prosecutors compared this to Waco. Judge Pittman ruled that the officer drawing and pointing his handgun at a fleeing suspect does not qualify as, quote, excessive as a matter of law because the officer did not actually use deadly force or shoot first. yeah that makes sense like if this were a civilian on civilian situation the fact that he had drawn his gun especially in texas would have been enough to at least argue self-defense but absolutely police officers have the right to pull guns on whoever they want whenever they want …”View more
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The trial of the Prairieland defendants, accused of terrorism for their actions during a protest outside an ICE facility in Texas, has raised significant legal and ethical questions. Amidst claims of coordinated attacks and self-defense arguments, the trial has been marred by procedural issues, including a mistrial declaration due to a defense attorney's attire. As the case unfolds, headlines sensationalize the charges, overshadowing the complex reality of the events that transpired on July 4th.
Behind the Bastards·It Could Happen Here Weekly 225·Mar 28, 2026
“… intelligence companies. It has claimed strings of attacks on Israeli companies and others in the Gulf in recent weeks, end quote. Finally today, Mark Gurman has an update on that upcoming foldable iPhone. Quote, the product, Apple's long-awaited entry into this category, will feature an interior foldable display roughly the size of an iPad mini, according to people with knowledge of the matter. There's also an external screen that's about the size of the display on a small iPhone. The inside display will use a wide aspect ratio, a departure from the narrower formats of foldable phones currently on …”“… the notice also said. The logo of Handala, a pro-Palestinian hacking group, appeared on logging pages, according to people familiar with the matter and social media posts. Handala, which emerged around 2022, has been linked to Iran by several threat intelligence companies. It has claimed strings of attacks on Israeli companies and others in the Gulf in recent weeks, end quote. Finally today, Mark Gurman has an update on that upcoming foldable iPhone. Quote, the product, Apple's long-awaited entry into this category, will feature an interior foldable display roughly the size of an iPad mini, according to people with knowledge of the matter. There's also an external screen that's about the size of the display on a small iPhone. The inside display will use a wide aspect ratio, a departure from the narrower formats of foldable phones currently on the market. That should be a key selling point, according to the people who not to be identified because the project is still under wraps. The Apple design is intended to make the device more appealing for watching video, the people said. It should also be easier for developers to redesign their iPhone apps to more closely resemble iPad software. …”View more
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Stryker, a leading U.S. medical technology company, is facing a global outage due to a cyberattack linked to an Iranian group, Handala. This attack, reportedly in retaliation for a military strike in Iran, has prompted Stryker to advise its 56,000 employees to disconnect from all networks, leading to a 4% drop in stock prices as the company scrambles to restore operations amidst significant disruption.
Tech Brew Ride Home·AI Makes Google Maps Sound Much Better·Mar 12, 2026
“… the round. Bob gets the round point. Also, by beans, didn't quite do it in the rebuttal. You countered Bob real well the second time You know what Mark I see the vision You're not buying shoes you're looking for something To buy also buy beans They're actually completely separate Product categories they're not mutually exclusive At all we're not even competing really Okay Bob you get to go first This time wait what Didn't I just get to go first Mark you get to go first this time I shouldn't have said anything I guess There were so many rebuttals I didn't remember where we started. It was …”“… an assortment of points this round, which I wasn't intending to do, but I had to. However, overall, man, that last photograph of the bean depression, I just got to give the point to Bob for the round, but I don't know who got more points total during the round. Bob gets the round point. Also, by beans, didn't quite do it in the rebuttal. You countered Bob real well the second time You know what Mark I see the vision You're not buying shoes you're looking for something To buy also buy beans They're actually completely separate Product categories they're not mutually exclusive At all we're not even competing really Okay Bob you get to go first This time wait what Didn't I just get to go first Mark you get to go first this time I shouldn't have said anything I guess There were so many rebuttals I didn't remember where we started. It was perfectly logical. I'd like the screen, please. I'm going to draw about how I just went first. Yeah, yeah, yeah. All right. So, Mark, you get to go first this time. You're going to sell me an oven or stove. You came to the right guy. If there's a guy that knows about having stoves. Let me only stop sharing just in case. No, I don't even need to share. …”View more
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In a hilarious twist, Mark attempts to sell the extravagant 'Rangemaster 9000' oven, complete with a secret elbow burner for expert chefs. The chaotic banter and absurdity of the sales pitch, including a comical misunderstanding about beans and stoves, keep listeners laughing as the absurdity escalates.
“… big tech, pro Facebook. I think that if Facebook wanted to make safer products, they would shut down. They would stop existing. I am no friend to Mark Zuckerberg. However, I am very cautious about some of the precedent that I think this is setting. Facebook hurts people. They hurt kids. They profit from harming people. That is not in dispute. That is a fact. And I think that anybody who has been harmed by them should get paid for it because that harm is real and should have a monetary cost because Facebook certainly made a monetary profit from that harm and trafficking in that harm However I …”“… challenging and protecting themselves and their ability to design products however they want more and more uh it's a little bit of a digression, but I just wanted to get that in there too. Yes. So I don't think anybody listening thinks that I am pro big tech, pro Facebook. I think that if Facebook wanted to make safer products, they would shut down. They would stop existing. I am no friend to Mark Zuckerberg. However, I am very cautious about some of the precedent that I think this is setting. Facebook hurts people. They hurt kids. They profit from harming people. That is not in dispute. That is a fact. And I think that anybody who has been harmed by them should get paid for it because that harm is real and should have a monetary cost because Facebook certainly made a monetary profit from that harm and trafficking in that harm However I believe that a lot of these cases are so easily turned into more fodder for the way that elected officials are really chomping at the bit to age gate and restrict an open free internet. I do not think that Facebook and big tech companies should be allowed to get away with harm without any kind of accountability. Absolutely not.”View more
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Meta and Google intentionally designed their platforms to be addictive, similar to tactics used by casinos, and hid evidence of harm from the public.
Social media companies like Meta intentionally designed their platforms to be addictive, similar to tactics used by casinos, and hid the resulting harm from the public.
There Are No Girls on the Internet·Erika Kirk Druski Parody; Chappell Roan's Bot Army; Meta Loses in Court; & OpenAI Kills Sora – News Roundup·Mar 28, 2026
“… Ternus from March 22nd, 2026, just two days ago. This was published 5 p.m. Eastern. And it tells an interesting story of John Ternus. And I think Gurman does a great job of going back. than some of the other reporting that had like one quote from an employee that left Apple a decade ago and was sort of vague and that person doesn't have like any sort of profile and it was very hard to read into who is John Ternus as a person I think we're getting a clearer picture now so thank you to Mark Gurman for this reporting so let's read through some of this and then I want you to cosplay as John Ternus …”“profile of John Ternus from March 22nd, 2026, just two days ago. This was published 5 p.m. Eastern. And it tells an interesting story of John Ternus. And I think Gurman does a great job of going back. than some of the other reporting that had like one quote from an employee that left Apple a decade ago and was sort of vague and that person doesn't have like any sort of profile and it was very hard to read into who is John Ternus as a person I think we're getting a clearer picture now so thank you to Mark Gurman for this reporting so let's read through some of this and then I want you to cosplay as John Ternus and let me know would you do things differently do you agree with his management style because this might be the management style of all of Apple soon if he takes the reins. We're basically recreating a live version of the Ternus Sim. Yeah, we're getting into an armchair and we're going to be quarterbacking. We're going to be armchair …”View more
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John Ternus, Apple's senior vice president for hardware engineering, is emerging as a leading candidate to succeed Tim Cook as CEO. With a career spanning over two decades at Apple, Ternus has significantly influenced product quality and innovation, positioning him as a strong choice for the company's future leadership amidst a wave of executive changes. As Cook reflects on succession, Ternus's rising profile suggests a potential new era for Apple.
TBPN·Hill & Valley Gigastream, Apple's Next CEO, OpenAI's Non-Profit | Scott Nolan, Sarah Guo, Casey Handmer, Shaun Maguire, Delian Asparouhov, Zach Dell, Ryan Petersen, and Chase Lochmiller·Mar 24, 2026
“… called Everybody Knows. And it was Walton Goggins as Vincennes. It was Shea Wiggum as Stensland. Then a bunch of other good working actors. Like Mark Webber was Bud White. And Harper's whole pitch was that he was going to spread out time. And so the Night Owl wasn't even going to happen until the second season. And that's like, you can't find that one. You can't find it. I've heard that it was very good and that also CBS never ever would have made it. Because it was a very strange choice for CBS. I don't know how you can do a show like that on network television. No, it was an era when I …”“… of trio trio is brilliant but canceled when they would air pilots that was a good idea by the way i wish we could but the one that that was for cbs 2019 is pretty compelling because it was created by a writer named Jordan Harper who wrote a book we love called Everybody Knows. And it was Walton Goggins as Vincennes. It was Shea Wiggum as Stensland. Then a bunch of other good working actors. Like Mark Webber was Bud White. And Harper's whole pitch was that he was going to spread out time. And so the Night Owl wasn't even going to happen until the second season. And that's like, you can't find that one. You can't find it. I've heard that it was very good and that also CBS never ever would have made it. Because it was a very strange choice for CBS. I don't know how you can do a show like that on network television. No, it was an era when I think they were taking swings to try it. Like, will we become cable or will we? CBS was like, can you move it to Chicago and just set it in a fire department? I mean, you can have them never leave the fire department. If I just called it cops colon Los Angeles. Yeah. It probably would have been on the fall schedule. Sorry to interrupt. What do you …”View more
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The 2019 CBS pilot adaptation of 'L.A. Confidential,' created by Jordan Harper, aimed to take a unique approach by delaying key plot elements until later seasons. Despite its intriguing premise and solid cast, including Walton Goggins and Shea Wiggum, the show was deemed too unconventional for network television and never aired. This discussion highlights the show's potential and the challenges of adapting such a complex narrative for a mainstream audience.
The Rewatchables·‘L.A. Confidential’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Andy Greenwald·Mar 31, 2026
“And now back to Steve. OK, so just a quickie, Apple Watcher and insider Mark Gurman has reported that Apple is believed to be working on a smart pendant, smart glasses and new AI based AirPods, and that all products will be equipped with a camera that will feed data into an AI system. And I'm sure you're up on this more than I am, Leo, since you've you've spent a lot of time over and with your Mac guys. As long as it doesn't feed it to Siri, I'm OK. Well, apparently he said it's unclear what the AI will be doing for its user. …”“And now back to Steve. OK, so just a quickie, Apple Watcher and insider Mark Gurman has reported that Apple is believed to be working on a smart pendant, smart glasses and new AI based AirPods, and that all products will be equipped with a camera that will feed data into an AI system. And I'm sure you're up on this more than I am, Leo, since you've you've spent a lot of time over and with your Mac guys. As long as it doesn't feed it to Siri, I'm OK. Well, apparently he said it's unclear what the AI will be doing for its user. And it does seem like like, you know, like a strange thing for Apple to be doing since people almost universally object to being surreptitiously recorded. You know, I mean, I loved listening to Alex when he realized that some guy he'd been talking to for half an hour was like, you know, had a camera in his glasses and he said, hey, are you are you …”View more
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Apple is reportedly developing a smart pendant, smart glasses, and AI-powered AirPods, all equipped with cameras to feed data into an AI system. This controversial step raises concerns about privacy, as many people are uncomfortable with being recorded without consent. However, Apple hopes to gain user trust by ensuring privacy, positioning itself as a leader in the next wave of wearable technology.
Security Now (Audio)·SN 1066: Password Leakage - Zero Trust, Zero Knowledge·Feb 24, 2026
“… However, this isn't the first report to reveal those two display identifiers. Bloomberg previously referenced the model numbers last March. Mark Gurman said that Apple was developing both and would choose one to launch, or that both model numbers were separate products with a different screen size or set of specifications. Apple currently sells two external displays, including the studio display starting at $1,600 and the Pro Display XDR starting at $5,000. The studio display launched in 2022 alongside the Mac Studio, while the XDR launched in 2019 alongside the Mac Pro. The fact that both of …”“… are the references to two new Apple studio displays. The Macworld report explains the differences between the two models are unclear, but the two most likely scenarios are either a larger screen size option or a lower end version with fewer features. However, this isn't the first report to reveal those two display identifiers. Bloomberg previously referenced the model numbers last March. Mark Gurman said that Apple was developing both and would choose one to launch, or that both model numbers were separate products with a different screen size or set of specifications. Apple currently sells two external displays, including the studio display starting at $1,600 and the Pro Display XDR starting at $5,000. The studio display launched in 2022 alongside the Mac Studio, while the XDR launched in 2019 alongside the Mac Pro. The fact that both of these external displays are referenced in Mac OS 26.3 would suggest they are distinct products still in development. Whether or not Apple has plans to release both of them remains to be seen, but we should learn more soon with Apple slated to announce multiple new products the week of March 12th.”View more
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The low-cost MacBook will feature an A18 Pro chip and a display under 13 inches, with multiple color options being tested.
Apple's upcoming launch event will feature new hardware products, including a low-cost MacBook with the A18 Pro chip and potentially two new studio display models.
Apple's upcoming budget MacBook, powered by the A18 Pro chip, is set to attract a wider audience with its premium features and multiple color options.
Apple's upcoming hardware releases, including a low-cost MacBook with an A18 Pro chip, are generating anticipation but details remain speculative.
“… elements with round icons, and I guess that means it would also be on the Home Hub, which we know will have widgets and standby-like features. Mark Gurman jumped on this train, which Kostutami kind of started, and shared, yeah, this is not coming until the fall because of the quote-unquote delays around apple intelligence right so my mind's back on issues term i'd never heard before vague post uh is that a thing or is it just uh not as cool as saying rubbish post it's a social media thing and it's get it's kind of become a plague because um and it's stupid uh that there's drama around it in the …”“… i can't think of it anyway you they mentioned mag safe they mentioned uh the doorbell will ring it um all things we've heard before i think the only thing that we heard that was new was that the interface on a next-gen HomePod might have a watchOS-like elements with round icons, and I guess that means it would also be on the Home Hub, which we know will have widgets and standby-like features. Mark Gurman jumped on this train, which Kostutami kind of started, and shared, yeah, this is not coming until the fall because of the quote-unquote delays around apple intelligence right so my mind's back on issues term i'd never heard before vague post uh is that a thing or is it just uh not as cool as saying rubbish post it's a social media thing and it's get it's kind of become a plague because um and it's stupid uh that there's drama around it in the first place because i don't i just don't”View more
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Apple's highly anticipated Home Hub has been delayed due to ongoing issues with Siri's performance. This delay has frustrated users, especially as Siri struggles with basic tasks like setting timers. As leaks suggest a new interface for the Home Hub, it seems that until Siri is ready, the launch will be postponed until at least fall.
AppleInsider Podcast·MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e and special guest David Pogue on the AppleInsider Podcast·Mar 13, 2026
“… focused just on health and broader services. Yeah. Now, what does that mean in terms of what Apple does with health? Well, there's that report from Mark Gurman last year that Fitness Plus was looking at as an organization, maybe some reevaluation of what they're doing there, which no changes there at the moment. And in fact what Apple did this year was maybe expand more by using AI for like dubbing different languages and having more categories So there a little bit of an investment there in terms of like what it is and the reach But yeah, I mean, you've got the services guy, but that's strictly, you …”“… of health subscription is coming at some point because that's Eddie Q's job. and B, they have somebody more focused on it who's not just juggling it with all of the other responsibilities of being COO of a company the size of Apple. Somebody more focused just on health and broader services. Yeah. Now, what does that mean in terms of what Apple does with health? Well, there's that report from Mark Gurman last year that Fitness Plus was looking at as an organization, maybe some reevaluation of what they're doing there, which no changes there at the moment. And in fact what Apple did this year was maybe expand more by using AI for like dubbing different languages and having more categories So there a little bit of an investment there in terms of like what it is and the reach But yeah, I mean, you've got the services guy, but that's strictly, you know, the story there is new photo, new title. Jennifer Neustadt is Apple's new top lawyer, general counsel. And then kind of the more interesting thing for us as watchers of Apple is, as Apple is elevated, at least on the leadership page, designers again. So Steve LeMay and Molly Anderson, Steve LeMay being the vice president of human interface …”View more
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Apple's focus on foldable iPhones and smart home products reflects a strategic shift towards integrating AI and software enhancements to drive future growth.
“Leading off today, Apple just launched the remarkably low-cost MacBook Neo. But the latest reporting from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg says the company is also planning to push deeper into the high-end with more quote-unquote ultra devices. Gurman points to five upcoming products from Apple that he describes as having a higher-end Ultra experience. Gurman is careful to say that Apple might not use the Ultra branding for all of them, but that they will be Ultra in terms of things like features and, …”“Leading off today, Apple just launched the remarkably low-cost MacBook Neo. But the latest reporting from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg says the company is also planning to push deeper into the high-end with more quote-unquote ultra devices. Gurman points to five upcoming products from Apple that he describes as having a higher-end Ultra experience. Gurman is careful to say that Apple might not use the Ultra branding for all of them, but that they will be Ultra in terms of things like features and, of course, pricing. There's the upcoming iPhone Fold, new AirPods equipped with computer vision cameras to feed visual intelligence to Siri, the new M6 MacBook Pro with OLED and touch support, the foldable iPad with a rumored 18.8-inch display, and higher-end iMacs featuring beefier processors and larger displays. Three of those products are …”View more
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Apple's quiet launch of the MacBook Neo is a strategic move that disrupts the PC market with its budget-friendly pricing, despite concerns about its productivity capabilities.
The MacBook Neo is a budget-friendly device that challenges the PC market, but its capability for productivity-heavy tasks is debated.
The MacBook Neo, despite being powered by an iPhone chip, is surprisingly capable for productivity tasks, challenging the notion that it's merely a content consumption device.
Apple's strategy to introduce a foldable iPhone and high-end 'Ultra' devices signals a strong push into premium markets, enhancing its competitive edge.
“… security. We thank them so much for their support of security now. And now back to Steve. OK, so just a quickie, Apple Watcher and insider Mark Gurman has reported that Apple is believed to be working on a smart pendant, smart glasses and new AI based AirPods, and that all products will be equipped with a camera that will feed data into an AI system. And I'm sure you're up on this more than I am, Leo, since you spent a lot of time over and with your Mac guys. As long as it doesn't feed it to Siri, I'm OK. Well, apparently he said it's unclear what the AI will be doing for its user. And it …”“… the public LLM models, etc. Thank you, Siva. With Zero Trust plus AI, you can thrive in the AI era. You can stay ahead of the competition. You can remain resilient even as those threats and risks evolve. Learn more at zscaler.com security. That's zscaler.com security. We thank them so much for their support of security now. And now back to Steve. OK, so just a quickie, Apple Watcher and insider Mark Gurman has reported that Apple is believed to be working on a smart pendant, smart glasses and new AI based AirPods, and that all products will be equipped with a camera that will feed data into an AI system. And I'm sure you're up on this more than I am, Leo, since you spent a lot of time over and with your Mac guys. As long as it doesn't feed it to Siri, I'm OK. Well, apparently he said it's unclear what the AI will be doing for its user. And it does seem like like, you know, like a strange thing for Apple to be doing since people almost universally object to being surreptitiously recorded. You know, I mean, I loved listening to Alex when he realized that some guy he'd been talking to for half an hour was like, you know, had a camera in his glasses and he said, hey, are you are you recording …”View more
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Recent research from ETH Zurich reveals that password managers like Bitwarden are now more secure than ever, thanks to extensive audits and open-source transparency. This analysis shows that even if cloud infrastructure is compromised, these tools have implemented measures to protect user data. As a result, users can feel more confident in their security than they did just a month ago.
Security Now (Audio)·SN 1066: Password Leakage - Zero Trust, Zero Knowledge·Feb 24, 2026
“… Actually it's March 2nd, 3rd and 4th, isn't it? Well, no, no, no. So March 4th is the event. Nobody knows about the rest of it, but I'm looking at Mark Mark predictions, John, John Gruber and Mark Gurman both have said this. And I think that they've got to be right, right? This, this has the vibe of a, they'll announce something small on Monday and something slightly larger on Tuesday. And then something larger on Wednesday and Wednesday is when everybody will get the hands-on about all of those products. That's there. There's no confirmation for Apple because Apple's never going to say Apple …”“… app and watch the actual broadcast. So good stuff. March 4th, which is not long, not long off. Jason Snell's heading to New York city. Other, uh, Apple journalists go in and mostly influencers are going to Shanghai and London for, uh, unveilings. Actually it's March 2nd, 3rd and 4th, isn't it? Well, no, no, no. So March 4th is the event. Nobody knows about the rest of it, but I'm looking at Mark Mark predictions, John, John Gruber and Mark Gurman both have said this. And I think that they've got to be right, right? This, this has the vibe of a, they'll announce something small on Monday and something slightly larger on Tuesday. And then something larger on Wednesday and Wednesday is when everybody will get the hands-on about all of those products. That's there. There's no confirmation for Apple because Apple's never going to say Apple is the company that just drops a newsroom post at 6 00 AM Pacific and everybody scrambles. Um, and other than the invitation to be at a physical event, which takes a couple of weeks of warning. So we don't know, but that that's, it makes sense to me, right? Like why not make three days worth of news instead of putting three days worth of news in …”View more
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A minor rules violation in curling, humorously dubbed 'Boopgate,' unexpectedly sparked a surge of interest in the sport. While it was a trivial incident that didn't affect outcomes, it got people talking and even drew attention beyond the Olympics. This showcases how a little controversy can create buzz and engage new fans in niche sports like curling.
“The smartphone market in Europe finished 2025 on a high note. That is the word from Counterpoint Research. But there is trouble on the horizon. That is the word from every market tracker out there, including Counterpoint Research. Doing the good news first, a post from the firm late last week had Apple winning the European smartphone race in the December quarter. iPhone controlled 33% of smartphone shipments in Europe, up from 31% in the fourth quarter of 2024. …”“The smartphone market in Europe finished 2025 on a high note. That is the word from Counterpoint Research. But there is trouble on the horizon. That is the word from every market tracker out there, including Counterpoint Research. Doing the good news first, a post from the firm late last week had Apple winning the European smartphone race in the December quarter. iPhone controlled 33% of smartphone shipments in Europe, up from 31% in the fourth quarter of 2024. Second place Samsung also grew its shipments. The South Korean smartphone maker had a 29% share last quarter, up from 28% from the same quarter a year earlier. As for the trouble ahead, do I really need to say it? Market director Jan Stryjak fills in the blanks, saying there is trouble on the horizon, with memory price rises expected to cause a …”View more
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Apple is testing a striking new red color for its upcoming iPhone Pro models, aiming to capture more sales in China where red is considered lucky. This comes as Apple leads the European smartphone market with a 33% share, despite looming challenges in 2026 due to rising memory prices. The success of this color could hinge on its appeal in a culturally significant market, potentially boosting Apple's already strong position.
Mac OS Ken·A Monster Promo for a Monster Apple TV Show - MOSK: 02.24.2026·Feb 24, 2026
“… Yes, but the fact is that Apple, we know what Apple is doing. We don't know with a tremendous amount of detail, but through reliable sources like Mark Gurman and Ming-Chi Kuo and all of the others, we build up a picture that is largely accurate. And when sources say that it is in, people working inside Apple are telling people outside of Apple, it is in 26.4 in beta. And this is what we hear for six months that that is what Apple is aiming for. It may even have been a year. And then it launches with not one of those features, literally not even one. That is concerning. And I would be surprised if it …”“or did they say that it was just gonna be at- No, okay. They said it would be in- We are doing them a disservice. Yes, but the fact is that Apple, we know what Apple is doing. We don't know with a tremendous amount of detail, but through reliable sources like Mark Gurman and Ming-Chi Kuo and all of the others, we build up a picture that is largely accurate. And when sources say that it is in, people working inside Apple are telling people outside of Apple, it is in 26.4 in beta. And this is what we hear for six months that that is what Apple is aiming for. It may even have been a year. And then it launches with not one of those features, literally not even one. That is concerning. And I would be surprised if it all makes it to 26.5 at this point, honestly. Yeah, I mean, you just, one time you talk about some features that are gonna come, you say that it's gonna launch and then you don't do it after making an ad with a famous actress and all of a sudden nobody trusts you. It's just not fair. I'm being sarcastic, by the way. They obviously shouldn't have …”View more
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Apple's recent announcements about Siri have left many users feeling betrayed as promised features never materialized. Despite a good track record, the failure to deliver on key updates, especially after high-profile promotions, raises concerns about trust in Apple's future products. This situation echoes past disappointments like the AirPower fiasco, leading to skepticism around Apple's commitment to innovation.
The MacRumors Show·183: What's Coming at the March 4th 'Apple Experience'?·Feb 20, 2026
“… tell your doctor if you have a parasitic infection. Ask your doctor about Epglys and visit Epglys.lily.com or call 1-800-LILY-RX or 1-800-545-5979. Mark Gurman, keeping Apple in the headlines, quote, Apple is ramping up work on smart glasses, a pendant that can be pinned to a shirt or worn as a necklace, and AirPods with expanded AI capabilities according to people with knowledge of the plans. All three devices are being built around the Siri digital assistant, which will rely on visual context to carry out actions. Each of the products, which will be linked to Apple's iPhone, depends on a camera …”“… if you're allergic to Epglys. Allergic reactions can occur that can be severe. Eye problems can occur. Tell your doctor if you have new or worsening eye problems. You should not receive a live vaccine when treated with Epglys. Before starting Epglys, tell your doctor if you have a parasitic infection. Ask your doctor about Epglys and visit Epglys.lily.com or call 1-800-LILY-RX or 1-800-545-5979. Mark Gurman, keeping Apple in the headlines, quote, Apple is ramping up work on smart glasses, a pendant that can be pinned to a shirt or worn as a necklace, and AirPods with expanded AI capabilities according to people with knowledge of the plans. All three devices are being built around the Siri digital assistant, which will rely on visual context to carry out actions. Each of the products, which will be linked to Apple's iPhone, depends on a camera system with varying capabilities, said the people who asked not to be identified because the plans haven't been announced. A spokesperson for Apple declined to comment. The AirPods and pendant are envisioned as simpler offerings equipped with lower-resolution cameras designed to help the AI work rather than for taking photos or videos. The glasses, …”View more
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Apple is set to revolutionize personal technology with its upcoming smart glasses, designed to be an all-day AI companion. These glasses will not only capture high-resolution images but also provide real-time assistance by interpreting the user's environment. Alongside, Apple is developing a pendant and AI-enhanced AirPods, creating a comprehensive ecosystem of wearable devices that leverage artificial intelligence.
Tech Brew Ride Home·A Canticle For Leibowitz·Feb 19, 2026
“… Developer Conference in June. However, multiple sources are discussing a big lineup of hardware that could be released at the event. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman pointed to products including new MacBook Pros, MacBook Airs, a low-cost, colorful MacBook, new iPad models, and the cheaper iPhone 17e that are all slated for release in the first half of this year. He suggested the idea of an in-person experience implies a more low-key showcase than typical Apple events. The new MacBook Pros and Airs will likely include the new M5 chip, which was unveiled in October and featured a 30% boost to unified memory …”“… to attend on March 4th across New York, Shanghai, and London. The invitation itself said nothing beyond this being a special Apple experience. The event is a little unusual for Apple, who typically arrange their major releases around their Worldwide Developer Conference in June. However, multiple sources are discussing a big lineup of hardware that could be released at the event. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman pointed to products including new MacBook Pros, MacBook Airs, a low-cost, colorful MacBook, new iPad models, and the cheaper iPhone 17e that are all slated for release in the first half of this year. He suggested the idea of an in-person experience implies a more low-key showcase than typical Apple events. The new MacBook Pros and Airs will likely include the new M5 chip, which was unveiled in October and featured a 30% boost to unified memory bandwidth over the M4. Now when it comes to our AI folks, the thing that they will be watching for is of course whether the lineup ends up in a surprise M5 Mac Mini. If so, I'm sure there will be tons of open claws that will be shopping for an upgrade. The other big question is whether we'll get the unveiling of AI Siri. Officially, CEO Tim Cook …”View more
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AI's impact on white-collar jobs is accelerating, with experts warning of significant job displacement. Recent data suggests that while productivity is rising, the hiring rate in AI-exposed sectors is plummeting, creating a paradox that could reshape the workforce. As we transition from AI experimentation to structural utility, understanding this economic transformation is crucial for workers and businesses alike.
The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis·The AI Productivity Boom Finally Shows Up·Feb 17, 2026
“… damages phase is what's up next in the trial. And that the plaintiff's lawyer is kind of going for the jugular. At one point in the courtroom, Mark Lanier, who is the lawyer who represented Kaylee, held up a jar of M&Ms saying each piece of candy represented a billion dollars of the company's value. And then he took off one bit of the shell of a single blue M&M and said, this is $200 million. They do not want to feel the pain for what they did. So basically he's arguing for much larger, you know, damages to to come out of this trial, not just the compensatory payment made to Kaylee. So …”“… time. But you are correct that now that we're looking into the specific design choices, that's what makes it addictive as a cigarette or addictive as tobacco. That's why we keep kind of comparing it to the tobacco industry. I mentioned that a punitive damages phase is what's up next in the trial. And that the plaintiff's lawyer is kind of going for the jugular. At one point in the courtroom, Mark Lanier, who is the lawyer who represented Kaylee, held up a jar of M&Ms saying each piece of candy represented a billion dollars of the company's value. And then he took off one bit of the shell of a single blue M&M and said, this is $200 million. They do not want to feel the pain for what they did. So basically he's arguing for much larger, you know, damages to to come out of this trial, not just the compensatory payment made to Kaylee. So what happens next? The answer is probably that Instagram and YouTube meta and all these social media companies get sued into oblivion. There's more than 1000 cases already waiting in the wings. We've got two big federal trials coming later this year. But because that these plaintiffs have had success going after the product themselves, this might …”View more
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Social media companies are facing scrutiny similar to the tobacco industry, with courts holding them liable for addiction and mental health issues.
Social media companies may face a future similar to Big Tobacco, with massive lawsuits forcing them to change their addictive product designs or face significant financial settlements.
Social media companies like Meta and YouTube may face a future similar to Big Tobacco, with massive settlements or regulatory changes forcing them to alter their addictive product designs.
Social media companies are facing legal challenges similar to those the tobacco industry faced, with courts finding them negligent for failing to warn about the dangers of their platforms.
Social media companies like Meta and Google may face a future similar to Big Tobacco, with potential massive settlements or regulatory changes due to their addictive design choices.
Social media companies are facing the same scrutiny as the tobacco industry, with courts holding them accountable for user addiction and mental health issues.
Morning Brew Daily·Meta, Google Lose Social Media Addiction Trial & NASA’s $20B Moon Base·Mar 26, 2026
“… have discussed an IPO as soon as Q4 of this year and bankers are vying to take the company public, expecting it to raise more than $60 billion. Mark Gurman has sources telling him that Apple plans to open up Siri to run any AI service via App Store apps in iOS 27, dropping ChatGPT as an exclusive partner in Apple Intelligence and Siri, Quoting Bloomberg, That means, for instance, if users have Alphabet's Google Gemini or Anthropik's Claude installed, they'd be able to send queries to those services from within the Siri voice assistant, just like they have been able to with ChatGPT since Apple …”“… countryside. The document says that attendees will hear from lawmakers and policymakers about how businesses are adopting AI and experience unreleased clawed capabilities, end quote. Meanwhile, the information has sources saying that Anthropic executives have discussed an IPO as soon as Q4 of this year and bankers are vying to take the company public, expecting it to raise more than $60 billion. Mark Gurman has sources telling him that Apple plans to open up Siri to run any AI service via App Store apps in iOS 27, dropping ChatGPT as an exclusive partner in Apple Intelligence and Siri, Quoting Bloomberg, That means, for instance, if users have Alphabet's Google Gemini or Anthropik's Claude installed, they'd be able to send queries to those services from within the Siri voice assistant, just like they have been able to with ChatGPT since Apple Intelligence launched in 2024. The approach should also allow Apple to generate more money from third-party AI subscriptions through the App Store. The change is separate from Apple's work with Google to rebuild Siri using Gemini models. That arrangement is related to the underlying Apple technology for Siri. The new so-called extensions system, …”View more
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Apple's decision to discontinue the Mac Pro marks a significant shift in its hardware strategy, while opening Siri to third-party AI services could enhance its flexibility and revenue potential.
Apple's strategy to open Siri to multiple AI services via App Store apps will accelerate AI integration across its ecosystem, enhancing user experience and revenue potential.
Apple's strategy to open Siri to multiple AI services via App Store apps is a game-changer, potentially expanding AI use across its ecosystem without exclusive deals.
Apple's strategy to open Siri to multiple AI services via App Store apps will revolutionize its ecosystem and enhance AI integration without exclusive deals.
“… and figure out a solution. These are our heroes. It's just really, really cool. There's, you know, because astronauts are very cool heroes as well. Mark Watney is a cool hero. But like the fact that like. Botanists, love it. But like, this is what Drew Goddard told Anne Thompson for IndieWire. He said, quote, I love watching competent people do their jobs. And his mom was a school teacher. We're not doing a story about the world's greatest astronaut. We're going to start with a school teacher's point of view on a core level, quote, the the school teacher saves the universe, end quote, sounds …”“… and he's going to be the one who saves the world. Rocky is a mechanic, like he's an engineer. And so the idea that you have like intellect and ability to like think about how to solve a problem and try to interrogate what is happening in the world and figure out a solution. These are our heroes. It's just really, really cool. There's, you know, because astronauts are very cool heroes as well. Mark Watney is a cool hero. But like the fact that like. Botanists, love it. But like, this is what Drew Goddard told Anne Thompson for IndieWire. He said, quote, I love watching competent people do their jobs. And his mom was a school teacher. We're not doing a story about the world's greatest astronaut. We're going to start with a school teacher's point of view on a core level, quote, the the school teacher saves the universe, end quote, sounds preposterous and yet felt so right to me. And I was thinking a lot about like, I mean, the fact that it's our main character is a school teacher. Yeah. We love teachers. We support teachers. We love scientists. We support science.”View more
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In 'Project Hail Mary,' a school teacher unexpectedly becomes the hero tasked with saving humanity, showcasing the importance of educators and scientists. The narrative flips the traditional hero archetype, emphasizing that intellect and problem-solving skills, regardless of their context, are vital in facing existential threats. This unique perspective highlights the value of teachers and the role they play in shaping future generations, even in the face of an alien apocalypse.
House of R·‘Project Hail Mary’ Deep Dive. Plus: Andy Weir!·Mar 21, 2026
“… to have an A20 Pro chip built with a new 2nm process, a larger battery that's over 5,000 mAh, and a variable camera aperture. Meanwhile, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has new information about how the iPhone Fold will work from a software's perspective. Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone Fold alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in September, and of course, it will run iOS 27. a software update that will focus heavily on new software features to accommodate the folding iPhone form factor. Gurman reiterates that the iPhone Fold will feature an interior foldable display roughly the size of an iPad mini. There will …”“… it means that Face ID components that were expected to move under the display could actually remain unchanged As a result, the dynamic island might not actually be smaller as we initially expected Otherwise, the iPhone 18 Pro is still expected to have an A20 Pro chip built with a new 2nm process, a larger battery that's over 5,000 mAh, and a variable camera aperture. Meanwhile, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has new information about how the iPhone Fold will work from a software's perspective. Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone Fold alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in September, and of course, it will run iOS 27. a software update that will focus heavily on new software features to accommodate the folding iPhone form factor. Gurman reiterates that the iPhone Fold will feature an interior foldable display roughly the size of an iPad mini. There will also be an external display that's about the size of an iPhone mini. Gurman says there are two benefits to Apple's foldable design, which is expected to have a wider aspect ratio compared to existing foldable smartphones. First is for watching video which again will be made a lot more enjoyable by the wider aspect ratio for a more immersive …”View more
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Apple's iOS 26.4 Beta 4 introduces exciting new emoji, including ballet dancers and treasure chests, enhancing cross-platform messaging. Meanwhile, rumors about the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro hint at a thicker design for a bigger battery and potential changes to Face ID, setting the stage for Apple's next big reveal in September.
9to5Mac Daily·Foldable iPhone rumors, Apple 50·Mar 12, 2026
“… at a successor the hardware guy is not the one who going to be getting a lot of the flack from even the diehards Well get ready because according to Mark Gurman at Bloomberg now that we have how many was this this last week Five, six products. Now that those are out the door, next come the ultra products. Apple's ultra products expansion is up next after the MacBook Neo launch. as many as 20 new products this year. So that's kind of dramatic. He's talking about, he thinks Ultra will be the name of the M6 MacBook. I don't know. CarPlay, Ultra, Apple Watch, Ultra. You don't think Ultra will migrate into …”“… just didn't want to leave and felt forced to. But in this case, I mean, yeah, I think that he seems to have a lot of credibility for all the complaints that people have about Apple. It not the hardware So I think that if you going to you know look at a successor the hardware guy is not the one who going to be getting a lot of the flack from even the diehards Well get ready because according to Mark Gurman at Bloomberg now that we have how many was this this last week Five, six products. Now that those are out the door, next come the ultra products. Apple's ultra products expansion is up next after the MacBook Neo launch. as many as 20 new products this year. So that's kind of dramatic. He's talking about, he thinks Ultra will be the name of the M6 MacBook. I don't know. CarPlay, Ultra, Apple Watch, Ultra. You don't think Ultra will migrate into the other products? The iPhone, foldable iPhone Ultra. I really like Mark Gurman. He is a great reporter. He has great sources. Bloomberg also requires him to be a pundit. And sometimes it gets complicated about whether he's doing puntitizing or whether he knows things. And as you read this article, I mean, I read this article and thought to …”View more
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Apple's strategy is to expand its product line with both high-end 'Ultra' products and more accessible options like the MacBook Neo, aiming to capture a broader market spectrum.
MacBreak Weekly (Audio)·MBW 1015: Who Shot Apple Intelligence? - The MacBook Neo·Mar 10, 2026
“So we've talked a lot about the success or the perceived success of the cosmic orange iPhone 17 Pro. And in his Power On newsletter this weekend, Mark Gurman outlined both the success of that color and then also what Apple is planning for the 18 Pro. So the first part of this I want to call out is that he says he wouldn't be surprised if Apple keeps the orange option around just because it is so popular. I don't know if this is him speculating or if this is him saying something based on a source inside Apple or whatever, but I'm laying my stake in the ground that I do not think that's going to …”“So we've talked a lot about the success or the perceived success of the cosmic orange iPhone 17 Pro. And in his Power On newsletter this weekend, Mark Gurman outlined both the success of that color and then also what Apple is planning for the 18 Pro. So the first part of this I want to call out is that he says he wouldn't be surprised if Apple keeps the orange option around just because it is so popular. I don't know if this is him speculating or if this is him saying something based on a source inside Apple or whatever, but I'm laying my stake in the ground that I do not think that's going to happen. I think one of the reasons that orange is so popular and one of the reasons people tend to buy new iPhones when there are cool colors like we've seen with the 17 lineup is that those colors are perceived as being limited time or limited edition. It's like the Pacific blue was a one-time color. The desert titanium was a one-time color. If Apple …”View more
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Apple's multi-day event hints at significant product releases, with a focus on a new, cost-effective MacBook design that could appeal to a broader market.
9to5Mac Happy Hour·Touchscreen MacBook Pro details, deep red iPhone 18, US Mac mini production·Feb 26, 2026
“… to use all the tools that are modern sort of societal, like, go fast, apologize later. Where do you think they learned it from? They learned it from Mark Zuckerberg. They learned it from Larry and Sergey. They learned it from all of these entrepreneurs. They learned it, to Brody's point, from Palantir. They get their cues from other successful companies that do what they want to do and then apologize for it later. It's a completely logical strategy. So here's another topic we were talking about last week, Ted, that you missed out on, but I know you have a lot to say about, is apples move into …”“… it's not the first time this has happened. We've already had the deepfake Tom Cruise. It's already in our ether. It's already in our culture. It's already happened. And of course, it's going to do this because it can do this. And then it's going to use all the tools that are modern sort of societal, like, go fast, apologize later. Where do you think they learned it from? They learned it from Mark Zuckerberg. They learned it from Larry and Sergey. They learned it from all of these entrepreneurs. They learned it, to Brody's point, from Palantir. They get their cues from other successful companies that do what they want to do and then apologize for it later. It's a completely logical strategy. So here's another topic we were talking about last week, Ted, that you missed out on, but I know you have a lot to say about, is apples move into wearables. And apparently Bloomberg, Mark Gurman, came out with a story this week about them, even looking at things like pendants and other wearables, in addition to the earbuds and of course, glasses. Well, you know, there are these rare, I would say they're often quite rare, but there are these moments in my life where I realized that I'm pretty …”View more
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A new AI model released without guardrails has sent Hollywood into a frenzy, highlighting a strategy of creating buzz through controversy. This tactic, learned from industry giants like Zuckerberg and Google's founders, shows that stirring panic can be more newsworthy than the technology itself. As AI continues to evolve, the implications for the entertainment industry and society at large are profound.
The AI XR Podcast·Using A “Rebel Alliance” Strategy To Elevate AI & VR Learning - ILMxLab’s Vicki Dobbs Beck·Feb 24, 2026
“Leading off today, we have rumors about what to expect from the iPhone 18 Pro in terms of colors. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is considering a new deep red color option for the 18 Pro this year. The current iPhone 17 Pro is available in a bright, beautiful cosmic orange color, which has been a huge hit, especially in China. A report from the Financial Times, for example, earlier this month indicated that the cosmic orange color is one of the biggest factors driving iPhone users to update, again, especially in China. Given that, Gurman actually says that cosmic …”“Leading off today, we have rumors about what to expect from the iPhone 18 Pro in terms of colors. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is considering a new deep red color option for the 18 Pro this year. The current iPhone 17 Pro is available in a bright, beautiful cosmic orange color, which has been a huge hit, especially in China. A report from the Financial Times, for example, earlier this month indicated that the cosmic orange color is one of the biggest factors driving iPhone users to update, again, especially in China. Given that, Gurman actually says that cosmic orange might stick around for the iPhone 18 Pro this fall, so it would be available in both a deep red and a cosmic orange color. The iPhone 17 Pro has a new all aluminum unibody design, which gives Apple a lot more flexibility for what colors it can use on the pro model iPhones. It's no longer limited by the material of the phone like it was …”View more
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Apple's iPhone 18 Pro might debut with a stunning deep red color option alongside the popular cosmic orange. This shift in color strategy reflects the success of the current model, particularly in China, where vibrant colors drive user upgrades. Additionally, Apple is advancing its private cloud infrastructure with the new M5 chips, enhancing AI features while maintaining user privacy.
9to5Mac Daily·iPhone 18 Pro colors, more·Feb 23, 2026
“… there. Otherwise, very cheery, how are you? So this news is pretty odd, all right? I was digging through it yesterday. This is Bloomberg, Mark Gurman, internal anonymous sources, and there's a lot and a little here. So first off, we have to set up the scene, we have to put on your Bloomberg goggles and look at the world as they do, and see the death and destruction occurring at Apple. They have four people working in the AI division, everyone's quit, Tim Cook is just scratching his head, playing video games in his office, and nothing's getting done anymore, and nobody knows what they're …”“… disappointed by rumoured delays in this than you are, because previously, you've been expecting the iPhone Fold to suddenly be pushed away, and I've been fearing Siri being pushed away, and now being told, that's it, might come one day. I might be exaggerating there. Otherwise, very cheery, how are you? So this news is pretty odd, all right? I was digging through it yesterday. This is Bloomberg, Mark Gurman, internal anonymous sources, and there's a lot and a little here. So first off, we have to set up the scene, we have to put on your Bloomberg goggles and look at the world as they do, and see the death and destruction occurring at Apple. They have four people working in the AI division, everyone's quit, Tim Cook is just scratching his head, playing video games in his office, and nothing's getting done anymore, and nobody knows what they're doing, and AI is taking over the world and taking us to the moon and Mars, and here's Apple, just basically the worst company on earth, right? So we've set the stage, and basically, nobody knows what they're doing, and they are going to have to give up on Siri yet again, and delay, now, okay, I'm going on too long. The story seems to be that, from what …”View more
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Apple's Siri is struggling with major delays in feature development, with reports suggesting key functionalities could be pushed back to 2026 or 2027. Internal sources indicate that Siri's processing issues and slow response times have left the team in disarray, raising concerns about Apple's future in AI. As the competition heats up, this could spell trouble for Apple if they can't get their act together.
AppleInsider Podcast·Siri delays, Health delays, and Apple Creator Studio limits on the AppleInsider Podcast·Feb 13, 2026
“… it's very important that any government, especially our government, like do that show for the press. Like I always describe, uh, Tim Cook and Mark Zuckerberg and Sinar Pichai's politicians, not actually politicians, like real politicians never shut up. They're everywhere all the time, making their case to their constituents because you can fire them Like Joe Biden didn show up and he got fired Straightforward is that like he just wasn accessible The number of CEOs I talked to on decoder who are like we couldn't get ahold of anyone in the Biden administration. And so whatever, like at …”“… like i hate you why are you here and then you know the front row was like news max and the the mike lindell show like some really weird stuff was in the front row um and they wanted tina there for her to see like these press briefings are real because it's very important that any government, especially our government, like do that show for the press. Like I always describe, uh, Tim Cook and Mark Zuckerberg and Sinar Pichai's politicians, not actually politicians, like real politicians never shut up. They're everywhere all the time, making their case to their constituents because you can fire them Like Joe Biden didn show up and he got fired Straightforward is that like he just wasn accessible The number of CEOs I talked to on decoder who are like we couldn't get ahold of anyone in the Biden administration. And so whatever, like at least Trump picks up the phone. Like that's a real dynamic. I think it's a real dynamic for any number of voters. Like where was this guy? He just disappeared. And then we showed up. He was like, looked old, like we fired him. Politicians get fired. And so you see the government is just like constantly talking. And they have to earn the respect of not …”View more
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In a recent Pentagon press briefing, the government aimed to showcase the importance of media engagement, inviting a reporter from The Verge to witness the dynamics firsthand. This event highlighted how Trump’s influence shapes media interactions, as traditional reporters faced hostility from his allies, illustrating a shift in how politicians must communicate with the press. The discussion reveals the critical relationship between government legitimacy and media accessibility in an era where Trump’s presence looms large.
The Vergecast·Why people really hate AI·Mar 20, 2026
“… lowest level since January. While one week does not make a trend, it is one more data point to back up the Fed's assessment yesterday that the labor market appears to be pretty stable, even as the economic outlook is uncertain. Marketplace's Megan McCarty Carino has more. Weekly jobless claims are one of the first places we'd see signs that recent geopolitical turbulence is destabilizing the labor market. So far? This is consistent with what we understand to be kind of a boring job market. Mark Hamrick at Bankrate says it's basically the same low-hire, low-fire environment we've been talking …”“The Labor Department said new claims for unemployment benefits dropped more than expected last week. The number of people filing for the first time fell to 205,000, the lowest level since January. While one week does not make a trend, it is one more data point to back up the Fed's assessment yesterday that the labor market appears to be pretty stable, even as the economic outlook is uncertain. Marketplace's Megan McCarty Carino has more. Weekly jobless claims are one of the first places we'd see signs that recent geopolitical turbulence is destabilizing the labor market. So far? This is consistent with what we understand to be kind of a boring job market. Mark Hamrick at Bankrate says it's basically the same low-hire, low-fire environment we've been talking about for months. A lack of new jobs means it's taking longer for unemployed people to find work, pushing continuing claims higher. But it looks like most firms are holding on to workers, says Elizabeth Crowfoot, principal economist at Lightcast. It's a gradual rebalancing of the labor market, not a full-on deterioration. Which may sound surprising if …”View more
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Despite fears of layoffs from companies like Amazon and Meta, new unemployment claims have dropped to their lowest level since January, suggesting a stable labor market. While the economic outlook remains uncertain, the data indicates that most firms are retaining their employees, leading to a gradual rebalancing rather than a crisis. This counters the narrative of widespread job loss, as many layoffs may not even reflect in unemployment claims due to severance packages.
Marketplace·A small town's fight against ICE·Mar 19, 2026
“… their 30s, and then they get the Nobel Prize for that work they did in their 20s in their 40s. Part of that is just biology. I mean, I remember when Mark Zuckerberg said this and it was hugely controversial. I think this was in the 2000s. He said something to the effect of young people are just smarter. And everyone was like, you can't say that. Like that is just so wrong. Well, it's not wrong. In a certain category of intelligence, this form of liquid intelligence, smart, fast signups, firing stuff, young people are smarter. just like they run faster, right? Like you don't have a lot of, I …”“… this great paradigm of liquid versus crystallized intelligence. If you look at Nobel Prize winners who win in physics and chemistry and math and so on, they all do their formative work in their 20s basically. Then there's a decade of application in their 30s, and then they get the Nobel Prize for that work they did in their 20s in their 40s. Part of that is just biology. I mean, I remember when Mark Zuckerberg said this and it was hugely controversial. I think this was in the 2000s. He said something to the effect of young people are just smarter. And everyone was like, you can't say that. Like that is just so wrong. Well, it's not wrong. In a certain category of intelligence, this form of liquid intelligence, smart, fast signups, firing stuff, young people are smarter. just like they run faster, right? Like you don't have a lot of, I don't know, 100 meter sprinters or 42. That's just not part of the human physique. Now you get the payoff when you get older that you have more of the crystallized intelligence. You can make more connections. If you look at Nobel prize winners in history, I think the average age is like 80, right? Like those connections come later. So I have tremendous …”View more
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Young people possess a unique 'liquid intelligence' that allows them to be quick thinkers and innovators, often leading to groundbreaking ideas. David Heinemeier Hansson shares how his early career experiences empowered him to teach and share insights, despite being surrounded by more experienced individuals. Embracing ignorance and hubris in youth can drive significant change in the world.
My First Million·DHH: $100M+ Advice That'll Piss Off Every Business Guru·Mar 17, 2026
“… that Apple might walk back its liquid glass design language under LeMay's leadership. In yesterday's edition of his Power On newsletter, however, Mark Gurman said this isn't in the cards. On the other hand Apple is revisiting a setting that could let some anti glass iPhone users scale back the design According to Gurman not only will iOS 27 not include any big changes to liquid glass LeMay himself was a driving force behind the redesign in the first place and was deeply involved in its development. This contradicts the running theory that liquid glass was pioneered primarily or solely by Alan Dye. …”“Running out today, Apple named Steve LeMay its vice president of human interface design last December, following the departure of Allendye to Meta. At the time, this led to speculation that Apple might walk back its liquid glass design language under LeMay's leadership. In yesterday's edition of his Power On newsletter, however, Mark Gurman said this isn't in the cards. On the other hand Apple is revisiting a setting that could let some anti glass iPhone users scale back the design According to Gurman not only will iOS 27 not include any big changes to liquid glass LeMay himself was a driving force behind the redesign in the first place and was deeply involved in its development. This contradicts the running theory that liquid glass was pioneered primarily or solely by Alan Dye. As such, the latest internal versions of iOS 27 and macOS 27 don't reflect major design changes, and there are no other signs that another overhaul is currently in active development During development of iOS 26, however, Gurman says that Apple started working on a system-wide slider that would allow users to finally control the level of the glass …”View more
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Apple's upcoming iOS 27 will maintain its liquid glass design, despite speculation of changes under new VP Steve LeMay. Mark Gurman reveals that LeMay was instrumental in the design's development and that a system-wide slider to adjust the glass effect is in the works. This aims to enhance user control while solidifying liquid glass as the future of iPhone aesthetics.
“… biased. But I do think there's great content on there to watch as a family. I relegate our viewing to like the TV. So like if we're going to watch a Mark Rober video or a side show or a video about black holes, we're going to sit on the sofa and watch it on the TV. And my kids don't have the YouTube app or Instagram app on their devices. They can actually like my oldest son, he can use Instagram on the computer if he wants. Like that's something we've established. So he can, he can scroll the reels on the computer, the Instagram teenage limits all apply there. He could do that. He can post on …”“… as many controls as even Meta does. You can do like a time limit, but you can do that with screen time built into your Apple devices or Google family or whatever. So A, there's that. But I know for us and our family, being a YouTube creator, I'm biased. But I do think there's great content on there to watch as a family. I relegate our viewing to like the TV. So like if we're going to watch a Mark Rober video or a side show or a video about black holes, we're going to sit on the sofa and watch it on the TV. And my kids don't have the YouTube app or Instagram app on their devices. They can actually like my oldest son, he can use Instagram on the computer if he wants. Like that's something we've established. So he can, he can scroll the reels on the computer, the Instagram teenage limits all apply there. He could do that. He can post on there, but we try to limit the ability to carry the stuff around with you on your devices. So, you know, if you're a six, nine-year-old wants to, you know, you want to watch a Mark Rober video about science, I think that could be a good experience. But I do think parents, which it's so hard in today's world and all the tools and digital stuff to, …”View more
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Parents face a tough challenge managing their children's social media use, with platforms like Instagram and YouTube designed to be addictive. While parents must take responsibility, the platforms themselves are engineered to keep kids engaged, similar to how nicotine keeps smokers hooked. This dual responsibility complicates the digital landscape for families today.
Primary Technology·Why Apple Maps Getting Ads is Bad, Humans Win +1 Over AI Video, Apple’s 50th Anniversary·Mar 26, 2026
“… said to have waited so long to launch a folding iPhone was that it was unhappy with the very visible crease in the screen of other foldables on the market. Apple reportedly rejected multiple samples for the foldable display provided by its display partner Samsung before getting its own designers heavily involved to solve the problem. Apple engineers were also said to have worked closely with Samsung on the hinge mechanism itself in order to protect the screen from damage. Previous reports have also said Apple will use a new placement for buttons on the iPhone Fold to reduce the risk of damage …”“… to cancel pre of the first Galaxy Fold because of this issue A new supply chain report now suggests that Apple is adopting two further measures in order to protect the iPhone Fold display. We've talked before about how one of the reasons Apple is said to have waited so long to launch a folding iPhone was that it was unhappy with the very visible crease in the screen of other foldables on the market. Apple reportedly rejected multiple samples for the foldable display provided by its display partner Samsung before getting its own designers heavily involved to solve the problem. Apple engineers were also said to have worked closely with Samsung on the hinge mechanism itself in order to protect the screen from damage. Previous reports have also said Apple will use a new placement for buttons on the iPhone Fold to reduce the risk of damage to ribbon cables when folded and to fit a much tougher built-in screen protector. This week's rumor says Apple's first foldable device will feature a self-healing glass, a seamless hinge design, a dual-layer ultra-thin glass, an ultra-flexible glass architecture that will position the display panel between two layers of glass rather than in direct …”View more
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Apple's upcoming Siri upgrades in iOS 27 will transform it into a more interactive AI chatbot, enhancing user engagement and functionality.
Apple's integration of a dedicated Siri app and AI chatbot features in iOS 27 marks a significant leap forward in making digital assistants more conversational and user-friendly.
Apple's iOS 27 update with a dedicated Siri app marks a significant leap in AI integration, enhancing user interaction through a conversational chat-like format.
Apple's upcoming Siri update will transform it into a more interactive AI chatbot, enhancing user interaction across devices.
9to5Mac Daily·iPhone Fold and Siri rumors·Mar 25, 2026
“… at all this week, you've probably seen these headlines that are like meta held accountable, social media held accountable. Finally, you can blame Mark Zuckerberg, you know, for social media addiction. I've been actually at the courthouse covering this LA social media trial. I interviewed some of the parents today who were the parents of social media addicts, et cetera, et cetera. And I have Kat Tenbarge here, author of Spitfire News, regular guest. And she's been sort of digging more into New Mexico, which I've also covered a little bit. So what came out this week and what was that ruling …”“… is some of the worst coverage I've ever seen. It's horrible. It's delusional. It's dangerous. So I want to like myth bust and really kind of like reframe, I think, the way people might have understood this issue, because I think if you've been online at all this week, you've probably seen these headlines that are like meta held accountable, social media held accountable. Finally, you can blame Mark Zuckerberg, you know, for social media addiction. I've been actually at the courthouse covering this LA social media trial. I interviewed some of the parents today who were the parents of social media addicts, et cetera, et cetera. And I have Kat Tenbarge here, author of Spitfire News, regular guest. And she's been sort of digging more into New Mexico, which I've also covered a little bit. So what came out this week and what was that ruling about and what did they ultimately rule? So in late 2023, the New Mexico Attorney General sued Metta and Mark Zuckerberg for two things, enabling sex trafficking and CCM of children and also enabling mental health harms against children. And the complaint in this case, which we'll talk about more in a second, was like almost 250 pages long. It's this …”View more
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The mainstream media's coverage of the social media addiction trials is misleading and fails to capture the true implications of the verdicts.
The mainstream media's coverage of the social media addiction trials is misleading and fails to capture the complexity and implications of the rulings.
The mainstream media's coverage of the social media addiction trials against Meta and Google is misleading and fails to capture the complexity and severity of the legal rulings.
Taylor Lorenz’s Power User·The Media Is Lying About the Social Media Addiction Trial: The Verdict Everyone Got Wrong·Mar 27, 2026
“… of the year. And they were just flippantly saying like, Oh, we don't need to go public. There's a ton of, that's another thing like private markets. There's a ton of funds that have come. There's a ton of secondary liquidity that exists that these founders feel like, Oh, I don't need to go public. I don't want to undergo the scrutiny that comes with, with public markets. And there's a pretty deep pool here in private markets. So, and this is the shame, right? Because they're absolutely right. They don't need to go public, but they also have to understand in the construct as business …”“… of public scrutiny, like that should really be a question we should be asking and go on some deep soul searching. Yeah. I mean, and this is a big theme in Silicon Valley. I remember the Collison brothers were on all in the all in podcast, the beginning of the year. And they were just flippantly saying like, Oh, we don't need to go public. There's a ton of, that's another thing like private markets. There's a ton of funds that have come. There's a ton of secondary liquidity that exists that these founders feel like, Oh, I don't need to go public. I don't want to undergo the scrutiny that comes with, with public markets. And there's a pretty deep pool here in private markets. So, and this is the shame, right? Because they're absolutely right. They don't need to go public, but they also have to understand in the construct as business owners and operators is that all of this is based on the social contract of fairness. And it not about what you need to do as much as the moral authority of what you should want to do And I think that is ultimately why the chasm is here We are not asking the tough questions of what is the morally right thing to do in the name of capitalism to be able …”View more
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Silicon Valley's tech giants face a moral crisis as they prioritize private profits over public scrutiny. While companies like SpaceX thrive in private markets, the social contract of fairness is being overlooked, leaving many feeling excluded from capitalism. This raises critical questions about the ethical responsibilities of business leaders in shaping a more inclusive economy.
TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast·#729: The Generational Liquidity Trap with Jeff Park·Mar 21, 2026
“… Like, oh, now I'm exerting myself or expressing myself by bossing around an AI robot, which is a bit depressing. And there was another quite viral Mark Andreessen moment in the last few days, I think, where he just says that he has no introspection. Love. There's nothing going on up here in the head. I have no thoughts. I have no sense of self. And that was just in a nutshell. How can you have taste if you have no thoughts about anything? If you're only moving forward. I want to ask both and Reid and Taylor about this as West Coasters. There was a story in Bloomberg last year that I just …”“… what, like, there's this, like, existential crisis. It's like, well, what am I now? Like, I used to write the code and I don't do that. I don't do any, you know, I guess I have taste. I mean, I think that's... Taste in telling the robot what to do. Like, oh, now I'm exerting myself or expressing myself by bossing around an AI robot, which is a bit depressing. And there was another quite viral Mark Andreessen moment in the last few days, I think, where he just says that he has no introspection. Love. There's nothing going on up here in the head. I have no thoughts. I have no sense of self. And that was just in a nutshell. How can you have taste if you have no thoughts about anything? If you're only moving forward. I want to ask both and Reid and Taylor about this as West Coasters. There was a story in Bloomberg last year that I just absolutely adored about how all the tech bros now want to build these like extremely tall and ugly monuments. And I'm just wondering, like, what are you seeing? Are you seeing the physical architecture, I mean, East Wing style be remodeled in this era of a new taste? No one's building anything out here, so I don't think there's much architecture …”View more
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The emerging tech aesthetic is shifting from sterile environments to warm, cozy spaces that resemble living rooms, reflecting a deeper existential crisis among creators. As AI takes over coding, the essence of creativity is questioned, leading to a new cultural expression where taste seems to be dictated by the technology itself. This transformation raises concerns about the role of human introspection in shaping our surroundings and experiences.
TechStuff·Did Nvidia Give OpenClaw Its ChatGPT Moment? - Week in Tech·Mar 20, 2026
“… have good coverage on the next iPhone. Nick, let's get the Gurminator back on. Yeah, well, I wanted to invite John Gruber to talk about these, but Mark Gurman, of course, is welcome at any time. But we have yet to talk to John Gruber, and he has been covering Apple fantastically throughout his entire career. So he would be an interesting gentleman to talk to. Let me tell you about Gusto first. Gusto is the unified platform for payroll benefits, NHR built to evolve with modern small and medium-sized businesses and let me tell you about Restream. One livestream, 30 plus destinations. If you want to …”“will have good coverage on the next iPhone. Nick, let's get the Gurminator back on. Yeah, well, I wanted to invite John Gruber to talk about these, but Mark Gurman, of course, is welcome at any time. But we have yet to talk to John Gruber, and he has been covering Apple fantastically throughout his entire career. So he would be an interesting gentleman to talk to. Let me tell you about Gusto first. Gusto is the unified platform for payroll benefits, NHR built to evolve with modern small and medium-sized businesses and let me tell you about Restream. One livestream, 30 plus destinations. If you want to multi-stream, go to Restream.com. TSMC submitted a new semiconductor fab construction plan for the southern Taiwan Science Park last week. The site is located on Tainan's Anding district adjacent to the F-18 fab and covers 15.46 hectares. They're doing more more two nanometer production, the leading edge, with eight hectares allocated for the …”View more
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The Sony PlayStation 6 is facing significant delays due to ongoing challenges in the memory market. As semiconductor production struggles, especially with TSMC's new fab plans, the gaming industry could see a ripple effect that impacts release schedules and availability. This situation highlights the interconnectedness of tech manufacturing and consumer electronics.
TBPN·New Apple Products, Anthropic's Strategy, Why AI Costs Don’t Hurt Apple | Dean Ball, Scott Kupor & Jared Isaacman, Adam Bry, Matteo Franceschetti, Dillon Rolnick·Mar 04, 2026
“… a year's worth of output. So we'll see. Yeah. So gadgets not coming in March, um, but that Apple is reportedly working on. We got a big report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg this week about Apple's AI gadget plans. Um, and since you and I have been talking about this, I'm very curious to your reaction. So the idea is three different gadgets are being worked on inside of Apple. And the, the useful disclaimer here is Apple works on everything. Like any, any shape of thing you can imagine exists somewhere on Apple's campus, they, they, they try a ton of this stuff and it eventually gets winnowed down to a …”“… I'm like equally interested in what the pricing will be because Apple has a lot of leverage. It had the most leverage for years. And now all of the AI spending for chip capacity at TSMC for memory. It's they have competitors to who want to pre-buy a year's worth of output. So we'll see. Yeah. So gadgets not coming in March, um, but that Apple is reportedly working on. We got a big report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg this week about Apple's AI gadget plans. Um, and since you and I have been talking about this, I'm very curious to your reaction. So the idea is three different gadgets are being worked on inside of Apple. And the, the useful disclaimer here is Apple works on everything. Like any, any shape of thing you can imagine exists somewhere on Apple's campus, they, they, they try a ton of this stuff and it eventually gets winnowed down to a few and then it eventually gets winnowed down to one. And like the, the three types of gadgets, I would be shocked if all of these end up shipping. But the idea is there are, there are sort of three things being really actively worked on right now. One is smart glasses, uh, which are essentially a sort of straightforward rival to what Meta is up …”View more
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Apple is reportedly developing three innovative AI gadgets, including smart glasses that work closely with your iPhone. These devices could redefine how we interact with technology, much like AirPods did. As Apple navigates competition and pricing, the future of these products remains uncertain.
The Vergecast·The speech police came for Colbert·Feb 19, 2026
“… voice and to have that guaranteed human promise behind it really makes it rise to the top. Listen to Math & Magic, stories from the frontiers of marketing on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast. It's the new me, and it's the old them. Everybody's on their journey, and your journey's different to theirs. This Woman's History Month, the podcast, If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes, spotlights women who turn missteps into momentum and lessons into power. I think coming out of where I came from, I'm from the Bronx. I think I grew up really poor. I didn't know …”“… meaningful creative risk and therefore run the risk of making horrible creative mistakes, then you can't play in this business. Sesame Street CEO Sherry Weston and her own chief business officer Lisa Coffey. Making consumers see the value of the human voice and to have that guaranteed human promise behind it really makes it rise to the top. Listen to Math & Magic, stories from the frontiers of marketing on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcast. It's the new me, and it's the old them. Everybody's on their journey, and your journey's different to theirs. This Woman's History Month, the podcast, If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes, spotlights women who turn missteps into momentum and lessons into power. I think coming out of where I came from, I'm from the Bronx. I think I grew up really poor. I didn't know that then because I very much use my creativity to romanticize life. And I like my mom did a really good job of like you step back and you like whoa we I don know how we made it So a lot of my life was like built out of like survival to get to the next place Like my drive my like tunnel vision of like I got to be better I got to achieve this was off …”View more
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Fans are pointing fingers at Mark Pope as the main issue for Kentucky basketball's struggles, but some argue the blame lies with Mitch Barnhart, the athletic director. With a history of six national championships, Barnhart's hiring decisions are under scrutiny, especially after a disappointing season. The debate intensifies as fans question if Pope's coaching is to blame or if Barnhart's choices are the root of the issues.
“… ¿Cómo se puede decir, I got a little heated in the moment? I regret that. I just don't understand it. ¿Por qué no se puede hacer eso? Es un remarkable inability to think. One of two things. Es un remarkable inability to think on his feet, which es probable que no es un lo que you want en un hombre que es running. ¿Y tú crees que Rand sprung this on him? No forewarning. Oh, I think it es pretty clear that Rand sprung this on him. Solo solo sino que ya podía confiar lo que era Bueno, si alguien int Congressman beatle el Cristo Pond surveys de reciprocamente El todo lo que Patrick hoy parece …”“en el camino de la confianza de confirmación ¿Cómo se puede decir, I got a little heated in the moment? I regret that. I just don't understand it. ¿Por qué no se puede hacer eso? Es un remarkable inability to think. One of two things. Es un remarkable inability to think on his feet, which es probable que no es un lo que you want en un hombre que es running. ¿Y tú crees que Rand sprung this on him? No forewarning. Oh, I think it es pretty clear that Rand sprung this on him. Solo solo sino que ya podía confiar lo que era Bueno, si alguien int Congressman beatle el Cristo Pond surveys de reciprocamente El todo lo que Patrick hoy parece Mi traicion guapo No tengo Creo que es mejor si seaged As que su Damn porque think on his feet and be like ah you know what this is my bad I don know I think it probably worse if he meant it if he was like yeah I stand by what I saying Because that just like at that point it just being dickish right An inability to sort of apologize or just …”View more
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During a heated DHS confirmation hearing, Senator Markwayne Mullin admitted he might not be the sharpest tool in the shed, which raised eyebrows about his readiness for leadership. His inability to respond effectively to Senator Rand Paul's challenges showcased a concerning lack of quick thinking and self-awareness. This exchange highlights the importance of critical thinking skills in high-stakes political roles.
Bulwark Takes·Sen. Rand Paul Slams Sen. Markwayne Mullin at DHS Confirmation Hearing·Mar 18, 2026
“… thousand bucks. That's a good challenge. The question is, how much is Apple itself vibe coding? Because the software quality in the apps that I use. Mark Gurman said they're using Cloud all the time, right? Yeah, but to me, I'm saying so far, my experience recently, I've had an issue with the most important application on my phone, which is... You were complaining about the Photos app. That was just poor design. The phone app has gotten a lot of... Yeah, John finally came around because the phone app is like... The phone app. You're like, okay, I'm going to hit this button. I might be calling this …”“… for some reason, it is weird that it kicks me out of the Apple ecosystem when I get a test flight. Goldrock says, high key, Tyler could make better Siri and Replit with a thousand dollar budget. For his last thousand dollars. He's down to his last thousand bucks. That's a good challenge. The question is, how much is Apple itself vibe coding? Because the software quality in the apps that I use. Mark Gurman said they're using Cloud all the time, right? Yeah, but to me, I'm saying so far, my experience recently, I've had an issue with the most important application on my phone, which is... You were complaining about the Photos app. That was just poor design. The phone app has gotten a lot of... Yeah, John finally came around because the phone app is like... The phone app. You're like, okay, I'm going to hit this button. I might be calling this person out of the blue, even though I just want to... And I'm not sure what phone line I'm calling them on. I guess they're designing for a world where people only have one phone number, but I still have a lot of people. This is blowing your mind, Tyler. But back in the day, people used to have multiple phone lines, multiple phone numbers. It's true. …”View more
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Many people are obsessed with peptides, but few understand their pharmaceutical implications. Peptides have been used in medicine since the 1950s, yet they have extremely short half-lives and require rigorous testing for safety and effectiveness. If you can't identify the target interaction of a peptide, you're not dealing with a viable drug—just a delusion.
“… company executives concealed knowledge that their sites are addictive and deleterious to kids. This case is as easy as ABC. See, lead trial attorney Mark Lanier told The Journey, addicting brains, children, adding companies didn't just build apps, they built traps. Okay, so cutesy lawyer before a jury argumentation. The reality, writes The Wall Street Journal, is that the link between youth mental health and social media is complicated. Take the 20-year-old plaintiff. She started using YouTube at six, Instagram when she was nine. Both require users to be at least 13 years old. And here's the key …”“… player. in American life over the last 40 years. But the editorial that it published, I, to my surprise, found startlingly unconvincing. But here is what they say. They say, trial lawyers are trying to copy the Big Tobacco playbook by arguing that company executives concealed knowledge that their sites are addictive and deleterious to kids. This case is as easy as ABC. See, lead trial attorney Mark Lanier told The Journey, addicting brains, children, adding companies didn't just build apps, they built traps. Okay, so cutesy lawyer before a jury argumentation. The reality, writes The Wall Street Journal, is that the link between youth mental health and social media is complicated. Take the 20-year-old plaintiff. She started using YouTube at six, Instagram when she was nine. Both require users to be at least 13 years old. And here's the key phrase here. So she broke platform rules and bypassed controls, says the Wall Street Journal. And here is where the Wall Street Journal's case here starts to fray and shatter.”View more
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The legal actions against Meta and YouTube are seen as a new cash cow for trial lawyers, but the argument that social media addiction cases mimic the Big Tobacco playbook is unconvincing.
The ruling against social media firms is seen as a potential cash grab by trial lawyers, but the Wall Street Journal's defense of these companies is unconvincing.
