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Send us a text!This week: We’re heading back to the Moon (with iPhones in tow!), Tim Cook might actually become Tim Cook™, and iOS 27 could finally fix autocorrect once and for all. Plus: Apple randomly drops the price of the XDR display, a must-know iPhone video trick you’ll actually use, and the unbelievable story of Apple employee #8, the man who never left. And to wrap it up — ERF relives his surreal Stand By Me live experience… the full story!SponsorsNordStellarMost companies only act after a breach. Be the one that’s prepared. Defend your business with NordStellar. Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code cultcast-10-NORDSTELLAR at https://nordstellar.com/cultcast.SquarespaceIf you’ve been thinking about building a website — or rebuilding one that hasn’t aged well — head to Squarespace.com/cultcast for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain with code CultCast at checkout.CultClothKeep your gadgets, glasses, and more sparkling clean with CultCloth, premium grade cleaning cloths available only at CultCloth.co. Support the CultCast!Fork over $5 a month, show papa ERF you care, at support.thecultcloth.com.You can also go to unfork.thecultcast.com to unfork your support!StoriesPhones are going to the Moon on Artemis IIhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/26/04/02/iphones-are-going-to-the-moon-on-artemis-iiTim Cook Says iPhone Launch Was His Favorite Apple Moment in 50th Anniversary Interviewhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/01/tim-cook-50th-anniversary-interview/iOS 27 Rumored to Feature Keyboard Upgradehttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/01/ios-27-upgraded-keyboard-rumor/Studio Display XDR without tilt-adjustable stand now costs lesshttps://appleinsider.com/articles/26/04/01/studio-display-xdr-without-tilt-adjustable-stand-now-costs-lessStop Your iPhone Suppressing Background Audio in Videoshttps://www.macrumors.com/how-to/clearer-audio-zoomed-iphone-videos/Apple employee #8 Chris Espinosa on working his whole life at one companyhttps://9to5mac.com/2026/04/02/apple-employee-8-chris-espinosa-on-working-his-whole-life-at-one-company/

Send us a text!This week: 💀 Apple just killed the Mac Pro—and it’s $700 wheels too!🧠 WWDC 26 is official—Apple is about to unveil their AI master plans🔊 We’re about to get new all new HomePods, yes, including the big ones💸 Apple is throwing HUGE money at talent to stop them from leaving for OpenAI📱 Let’s go through all the cool new features in iOS 26.4!SponsorsNordStellarMost companies only act after a breach. Be the one that’s prepared. Defend your business with NordStellar. Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code cultcast-10-NORDSTELLAR at https://nordstellar.com/cultcast.SquarespaceIf you’ve been thinking about building a website — or rebuilding one that hasn’t aged well — head to Squarespace.com/cultcast for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain with code CultCast at checkout.CultClothKeep your gadgets, glasses, and more sparkling clean with CultCloth, premium grade cleaning cloths available only at CultCloth.co. Support the CultCast!Fork over $5 a month, show papa ERF you care, at support.thecultcloth.com.You can also go to unfork.thecultcast.com to unfork your support!This week's storiesApple Confirms Mac Pro Is Dead, No Future Models Plannedhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/26/apple-discontinues-mac-pro/Apple's $700 Mac Pro Wheels Kit Discontinued Along With Mac Prohttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/26/mac-pro-wheels-kit-discontinued/Apple Announces WWDC 2026 Will Take Place June 8 to 12https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/23/apple-announces-wwdc-2026-dates/WWDC 2026 to Showcase Apple's 'AI Advancements'https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/23/wwdc-2026-ai-advancements/New HomePod Expected Alongside Updated HomePod Mini and Apple TVhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/26/new-full-size-homepod-rumor/Apple Plans to Let Rival AI Chatbots Integrate With Siri in iOS 27https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/26/apple-ios-27-siri-chatbot-integration/iOS 26.4 Features: Everything New in iOS 26.4https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-26-4-features/Anthropic's Claude AI Can Now Use Your Mac While You're Awayhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/24/claude-use-mac-remotely-iphone/

Send us a text!This week: The MacBook Neo has a surprise no one’s talking about, the Studio Display XDR is seriously testing my willpower, and I break down what’s actually new (and not) with AirPods Max 2!SponsorsCleanMyMac is your ultimate solution for Mac control and care, notarized by Apple and meticulously crafted by MacPaw, a leading macOS & iOS software development company. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code CULTCAST for 20% off at clnmy.com/CULTCASTNordStellarMost companies only act after a breach. Be the one that’s prepared. Defend your business with NordStellar. Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code cultcast-10-NORDSTELLAR at https://nordstellar.com/cultcast.SquarespaceIf you’ve been thinking about building a website — or rebuilding one that hasn’t aged well — head to Squarespace.com/cultcast for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain with code CultCast at checkout.CultClothKeep your gadgets, glasses, and more sparkling clean with CultCloth, premium grade cleaning cloths available only at CultCloth.co. Support the CultCast!Fork over $5 a month, show papa ERF you care, at support.thecultcloth.com.This week's storiesiFixit Teardown: MacBook Neo Has Most Accessible Mac Battery in Over a Decadehttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/13/ifixit-macbook-neo-teardown/Apple Studio Display XDR Hands-On: Better Than the Pro Display XDR in Almost Every Wayhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/17/studio-display-xdr-hands-on/10 Audio Improvements in Apple's New AirPods Max 2https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/16/airpods-max-2-audio-improvements/What Hasn't Changed With AirPods Max 2https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/16/what-hasnt-changed-with-airpods-max-2/Apple Acquires Final Cut Pro Plugin Company MotionVFXhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/16/apple-acquires-motionvfx/Tim Cook on iPhone's Future: 'There's So Much Left That We Can Do'https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/18/tim-cook-comments-on-iphone-future/Tim Cook denies imminent retirement rumors, 'can't imagine life without Apple'https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/03/17/tim-cook-denies-imminent-retirement-rumors-cant-imagine-life-without-apple

Send us a text!This week: The MacBook Neo is here — but Apple’s next wave of devices will be even more surprising...SponsorsFactorHead to factormeals.com/cultcast50off and use code cultcast50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year.NordStellarMost companies only act after a breach. Be the one that’s prepared. Defend your business with NordStellar. Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code cultcast-10-NORDSTELLAR at https://nordstellar.com/cultcast.SquarespaceIf you’ve been thinking about building a website — or rebuilding one that hasn’t aged well — head to Squarespace.com/cultcast for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain with code CultCast at checkout.CultClothKeep your gadgets, glasses, and more sparkling clean with CultCloth, premium grade cleaning cloths available only at CultCloth.co. Support the CultCast!Fork over $5 a month, show papa ERF you care, at support.thecultcloth.com.This week's storiesMacBook Neo Reviews: Is Just 8GB of RAM Enough?https://www.macrumors.com/review/macbook-neo/Apple Still Has More New Macs Planned for 2026https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/08/apple-still-has-more-new-macs-planned/Apple Could Launch Three New 'Ultra' Devices This Yearhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/08/apple-to-launch-three-new-ultras-this-year/Apple Planning 'MacBook Ultra' With Touchscreen and Higher Pricehttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/08/apple-planning-macbook-ultra/Apple Vision Pro is Getting the 'World's Most Advanced Flight Simulator'https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/11/apple-vision-pro-x-plane-flight-simulator/iPhone Fold Said to Come in These Three Storage Optionshttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/12/iphone-fold-these-three-storage-capacities/Apple Announces 50th Anniversary Planshttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/12/apple-announces-50th-anniversary-plans/

Send us a text!This week: Apple had a huge week. New M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros just landed with massive performance gains and surprising efficiency improvements. Apple also introduced the Mac Neo — a $500 Mac that Steve Jobs once said Apple could never build — plus a new Studio Display XDR that might quietly be the most exciting announcement of the bunch. In this episode, I break down everything Apple announced, what’s actually impressive, where the compromises are hiding, and which of these new products might really matter going forward.SponsorsNordStellarMost companies only act after a breach. Be the one that’s prepared. Defend your business with NordStellar. Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code cultcast-10-NORDSTELLAR at https://nordstellar.com/cultcast.SquarespaceIf you’ve been thinking about building a website — or rebuilding one that hasn’t aged well — head to Squarespace.com/cultcast for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain with code CultCast at checkout.CultClothKeep your gadgets, glasses, and more sparkling clean with CultCloth, premium grade cleaning cloths available only at CultCloth.co. Support the CultCast!Fork over $5 a month, show papa ERF you care, at support.thecultcloth.com.

Send us a text!This week: Apple’s about to hit the big red LAUNCH button: March 4 brings an “Apple Experience” happening in New York, London, and Shanghai, and we'll likely see days of product drops and press releases. Plus: we’re diving into the coming “cheap MacBook” with questionable compromises, then fast-forwarding to the truly unhinged future: a touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro with a Dynamic Island, and an iPhone 18 Pro that allegedly shrinks the Island even more. Plus plus: Jony Ive + OpenAI - we finally know what they're working on....

Send us a text! This week:Why your next iPhone could run on satellitesWhat's the future for Vision Pro?Vision Pro gets a LONG awaited appApple is prepping multiple foldable iPhonesAnd Jony Ive debuts one of his most beautiful designs since iPhone

Send us a text!I’m joined by listener-turned-guest Major Dr. Zach Hicks, an Air Force physician living in Japan, to talk how Apple’s translation tech is making daily life in Tokyo not just possible, but actually kind of magical. We dive into using AirPods for real-time translation, navigating Japan without speaking the language, and why this stuff feels like a genuine sci-fi breakthrough. Along the way, we wander into raising kids overseas, Japanese culture shock, aviation anxiety, flying in military cargo planes, and why understanding how airplanes work might make you more nervous, not less. It’s a classic CultCast off-topic episode: part tech, part travel, part existential aviation dread — and a reminder that some of the best conversations come straight from the listener community.

Send us a text!With reseller stock drying up, new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros appear to be RIGHT around the corner! We’ve also got more intel on Apple’s first OLED MacBook Pro (with a full redesign!). Plus: major new features landing in iOS 26.3 and 26.4, what Apple’s second-largest acquisition reveals about Siri’s future, autonomous AI agents are coming to Xcode, and a disappointing new rumor about the next Studio Display…SponsorsNordStellarMost companies only act after a breach. Be the one that’s prepared. Defend your business with NordStellar. Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code cultcast-10-NORDSTELLAR at https://nordstellar.com/cultcast.SquarespaceIf you’ve been thinking about building a website — or rebuilding one that hasn’t aged well — head to Squarespace.com/cultcast for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain with code CultCast at checkout.CultClothKeep your gadgets, glasses, and more sparkling clean with CultCloth, premium grade cleaning cloths available only at CultCloth.co. Support the CultCast!Fork over $5 a month, show papa ERF you care, at support.thecultcloth.com.This week’s storiesM5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro Launch Imminent as Reseller Stock Dwindleshttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/03/m5-pro-max-macbook-pro-imminent/Report: OLED MacBook Pro to Launch This Yearhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/03/report-oled-macbook-pro-to-launch-this-year/iOS 26.3 and iOS 26.4 Will Add These New Features to Your iPhonehttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/03/ios-26-3-and-ios-26-4-features/Apple Makes Its Second-Biggest Acquisition Everhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/03/apple-second-biggest-acquisition/Xcode 26.3 Lets AI Agents From Anthropic and OpenAI Build Apps Autonomouslyhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/03/xcode-26-3-agentic-coding/Apple's Studio Display 2 Rumored to Have Up to 90Hz Refresh Rate Instead of 120Hzhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/04/apple-studio-display-2-unusual-feature-rumor/

Send us a text!This week:A deep dive into Apple’s new Creator Studio and whether it’s actually a good value for creative professionalsEverything you need to know about AirTag 2!Not one but TWO new MacBook Pros are likely coming this year.A rundown of 20+ Apple products expected to launch this year, from Macs and iPads to totally new stuff.Google’s new $7.99 AI Plus plan and what it says about the rapidly heating AI arms raceRevelations from my trip to Stockholm using my $2K mirrorless vs my iPhone 17 Pro cameraOur sponsorssupport.thecultcast.comunfork.thecultcast.comCultClubJoin us in the CultClub (it's totally free!)This week's storiesApple Creator Studio review: Incredible value for most creative proshttps://appleinsider.com/articles/26/01/28/apple-creator-studio-review-incredible-value-for-most-creative-pros10+ Things to Know About the New AirTag 2https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/26/10-things-to-know-about-the-new-airtag-2/Apple Reportedly Aiming to Upgrade the MacBook Pro Twice This Yearhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/25/macbook-pro-two-upgrades-in-2026-rumor/Apple to Launch These 20+ Products This Yearhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/25/rumored-apple-products/Google Brings Cheaper $7.99 'AI Plus' Plan to 35 Countries, Including U.S.https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/27/google-ai-plus-plan-expansion/

Send us a text!This week on the pod, Apple’s future starts to come into focus — and it’s getting very interesting. John Ternus quietly steps into a major design role as Apple’s long-term CEO chessboard shifts, while a new report says Craig Federighi taking the reins on Apple’s evolving AI strategy. We also dig into the biggest Siri shake-up in years: a full-on chatbot experience coming in iOS 27. Plus: five all-new Apple products are expected this year and new details on the upcoming MacBook Pro redesign!Join us in the CultClub (it's totally free!)Our sponsorsSquarespaceSquarespace.com/cultcast for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain with code CultCast at checkoutFactorHead to factormeals.com/cultcast50off and use code cultcast50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year.This week’s storiesApple's John Ternus Takes Over Design in Latest CEO Succession MoveReport: Apple's New AI Strategy Firms Up Under Craig FederighiA Siri Chatbot is Coming in iOS 27Will Apple Charge for Its Siri Chatbot?Apple Expected to Unveil Five All-New Products This YearMacBook Pro to Receive Up to Six New Features by Next Year

Send us a text!I found him in a box in downtown Scottsdale! It's the return of my old friend and former co-host, the beautiful Buster Heine. If you like this episode, consider supporting big Papa Erf at support.thecultcast.com

Send us a text!THIS WEEKiPhone 18 Pro Launching Later This Year With These 12 New Features. Apple's new Creator Studio - will Final Cut Pro on Mac will keep getting new features without paying a subscription? A new Studio or Pro XDR Display is RIGHT around the corner.And, it's official! Google Gemini will overhaul Siri - what can we expect?CultClubJoin us in the CultClub (it's totally free!)Our sponsorsCleanMyMacCleanMyMac is your ultimate solution for Mac control and care, notarized by Apple and meticulously crafted by MacPaw, a leading macOS & iOS software development company. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code CULTCAST for 20% off at clnmy.com/CULTCASTFactorHead to factormeals.com/cultcast50off and use code cultcast50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year.This weeks' storiesiPhone 18 Pro Launching Later This Year With These 12 New FeaturesNew Studio Display or Pro Display XDR Spotted in Regulatory DatabaseApple's Google Gemini Deal Could Be Worth $5 BillionGoogle Gemini-Powered Siri Will Reportedly Have These 7 New FeaturesWill Final Cut Pro on Mac Get Every New Feature Without a Subscription? Here's What Apple Says

Send us a text!Greetings my beautiful Govs! Lots to talk about this week, including:Update: what's coming next for this showFive New iPhone Features Rumored for iOS 27https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/07/five-iphone-features-rumored-ios-27/OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Health With Apple Health Integrationhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/07/openai-chatgpt-health-apple-health-integration/John Ternus Again Profiled as Apple's Likely Next CEOhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/08/john-ternus-profile/---------> Join us in the CultClub! <----------SponsorsSquarespaceSquarespace.com/cultcast for 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain with code CultCast at checkout.Hello FreshGo to HelloFresh.com/cultcast10fm to Get 10 free meals + a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.

Send us a text!An episode in three acts: Act I - where did I go?Act II - what's going on with the CultCast?Act III - what's the future for CultCast?

Send us a text!Watch this episode on YouTubeThis week, the iMac Pro may be back from the dead — with an M5 Max and a 32-inch display! Also: The iPhone 20th anniversary edition may go beyond edge-to-edge, leaked features from iOS 26.4, how to stay 18 forever (iOS 18 that is), and our new trivia quiz — Apple Genius!This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — or unsubscribe at unfork.thecultcast.comCultCloth will keep your iPhone, MacBook, display, guitars, glasses and lenses sparkling clean! For a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a two free CarryCloths with any order $20+ at CultCloth.coCleanMyMac is your ultimate solution for Mac control and care. Get tidy today — try 7 days free and use my code CULTCAST for 20% off at clnmy.com/CULTCASTThis week’s stories:iMac Pro could make an epic M5 Max-powered comebackThe iMac Pro all-in-one could be poised for a return, this time with a huge processor upgrade for professional users — the M5 Max.20th anniversary iPhone’s display might wrap around all four sidesApple may be planning its boldest redesign yet for the iPhone's 20th anniversary, including a display that curves on all four sides.iOS 26.4 features surface in new internal Apple leakThanks to a leaked internal iOS 26 build, we now know about several new features that Apple could introduce with iOS 26.4.Secret trick will stop your iPhone from updating to iOS 26 — forever!You can stop the iOS 26 update in its tracks if you want. This trick will keep your iPhone on iOS 18 forever.How to control volume with your Apple TV remote (FB21368004)

Send us a text!Watch this episode on YouTubeThis week: Have you forgotten about the HomePad? Apple hasn’t! Also: The one exec Apple can’t afford to lose, the great new features coming to the Studio Display 2, how to ping your Apple Watch from your iPhone, a question about the Mac that Apple should make, and a review of the Beats Pill!This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — or unsubscribe at unfork.thecultcast.comCultCloth will keep your iPhone, MacBook, display, guitars, glasses and lenses sparkling clean! For a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a two free CarryCloths with any order $20+ at CultCloth.coHelloFresh is the #1 meal kit in America making home cooking easier with chef-crafted recipes and fresh ingredients delivered straight to your door. Go to HelloFresh.com/CultCast10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free breakfast for Life!This week’s stories:Why you’ll want Apple’s ‘HomePad’ smart home hubApple's HomePad smart home hub starts to look interesting, especially after the latest rumors reveal advanced features.The one executive Apple is fighting to keepJohny Srouji, the architect behind Apple silicon, says he's not planning to leave the company "anytime soon."ProMotion and HDR could finally make Studio Display a true pro tool for creatorsThe pro-grade features of the upcoming Apple Studio Display 2 include ProMotion, HDR and a mini-LED panel upgrade.How to convert an old iMac into a 5K monitor for less than $200How to ping your lost Apple Watch from your iPhoneYou can ping a lost Apple Watch from your iPhone. The reverse has always been one of the best uses of an Apple Watch.Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian Wireless Bluetooth SpeakerThe Beats Pill delivers powerful, room-filling sound. The bigger, bespoke racetrack woofer displaces 90% more air volume, packing more of a punch with deeper, fuller bass.

Send us a text!Watch this episode on YouTubeThis week, it’s the biggest brain drain at Apple for decades — and a lot of Apple fans are celebrating! Also: Intel is coming back to the Mac (but it’s not what you think!) and another pedantic Mac question only Griffin can answer. This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — or unsubscribe at unfork.thecultcast.comCultCloth will keep your iPhone, MacBook, display, guitars, glasses and lenses sparkling clean! For a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a two free CarryCloths with any order $20+ at CultCloth.coNordLayer is an easy to use and easy to set up security platform for businesses. Get the exclusive Black Friday offer: 28% off NordLayer yearly plans with the coupon code cultcast-28. Try it risk-free with a 14-day money-back guarantee at nordlayer.com/cultcast.This week’s stories:Apple design chief quits for Meta. Some say good riddance!Social media users responded to big news that Alan Dye will join Meta with Liquid-Glass-focused sarcasm. Is it really such a big loss?Meet Apple’s new UI chief, the man Steve Jobs called ‘Margaret’Meet Steve Lemay, the new head of user interface design at Apple, and learn why Steve Jobs called him “Margaret.”Apple replaces AI chief, taps ex-Googler to fix Apple IntelligenceApple's AI chief is out after a string of failures. Learn about the new leadership for the company's critical AI development efforts.Macs might soon have Intel inside again — but there’s a twistIn a surprising shift in Apple's chip strategy, Intel will reportedly fabricate low-end M-series chips for future MacBook Air and iPad Pro.How to find your music stats with Apple Music Replay 2025Apple Music Replay is where you find your most-played songs, artists and albums from 2025. Here's how to find it.Griffin on Apple MusicLewis on Apple MusicLeander on Apple Music

Send us a text!Watch this episode on YouTubeThis week: iOS 27 is getting a “Snow Leopard” update, Android is getting AirDrop support, your Mac is getting custom folder icons, Griffin is getting the best cheap 5K display — and you’re getting our top Black Friday deals!This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com — or unsubscribe at unfork.thecultcast.comCultCloth will keep your iPhone, MacBook, display, guitars, glasses and lenses sparkling clean! For a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a two free CarryCloths with any order $20+ at CultCloth.coNordLayer is an easy to use and easy to set up security platform for businesses. Get the exclusive Black Friday offer: 28% off NordLayer yearly plans with the coupon code cultcast-28. Try it risk-free with a 14-day money-back guarantee at nordlayer.com/cultcast.This week’s stories:iOS 27 focuses on the one feature every iPhone user wants mostWith iOS 27, Apple is making the absolute best move it can to improve the iPhone. The same goes for Macs running macOS 27.File sharing breakthrough: Android Quick Share now works with Apple AirDropGoogle updated its Quick Share feature to allow wireless direct file sharing between Android and iPhone users.Why you might want to pass on Apple’s Black Friday dealsAn Apple Store shopping event kicks off on Black Friday, but you should probably shop elsewhere. Here's why.Black Friday week Apple sales are here — check out the best dealsWe have the ultimate guide on the best Black Friday 2025 deals on Apple gear — and all the accessories you could want. See our top picks.iPhone dealsMacBook dealsiPad dealsAirPods dealsApple Watch dealsGive your Mac a makeover with custom iconsUnique Mac icons are a great way to customize your machine. Learn how to change Mac icons for folders, apps, disks, files and more.Review: ViewSonic VP2788-5KViewSonic’s offering has the best balance of build quality, connectivity options, display panel and price.

Send us a text!Watch this episode on YouTubeThis week: This quarter. It could be Tim Cook’s last! We could have CEO John Ternus by January. Also: iOS 26.2 lets you replace Siri (in Japan), the Mac Pro canceled again, iPhone Pocket sells out instantly, thieves are giving Android phones back to their victims, and the most expensive Mac setup money can buy!This episode supported by:Listeners like you. Your support helps us fund CultCast Off-Topic, a new weekly podcast of bonus content available for everyone; and helps us secure the future of the podcast. You also get access to The CultClub Discord, where you can chat with us all week long, give us show topics, and even end up on the show. Support The CultCast at support.thecultcast.com— or unsubscribe at unfork.thecultcast.comNordLayer is an easy to use and easy to set up security platform for businesses. Get the exclusive Black Friday offer: 28% off NordLayer yearly plans with the coupon code cultcast-28. Try it risk-free with a 14-day money-back guarantee at nordlayer.com/cultcast.This week’s stories:Griffin’s M5 Vision Pro on eBayApple preps for a post–Tim Cook eraApple may be nearing a CEO transition, with a report claiming the board is stepping up its search for a Tim Cook replacement.iPhone side button will soon get a quiet upgradeWith iOS 26.2, Apple will allow iPhone users to launch third-party voice assistants using the side key (but only in Japan so far).Automate your iPhone by voice alone via Vocal ShortcutsApple throws Mac Pro under the bus … againApple's ill-fated Mac Pro might not get an M5 Ultra upgrade in 2026, with the company pushing the Mac Studio instead.Apple’s most controversial product in years is a huge hitIf you didn't move quickly, you missed your chance to get an iPhone Pocket on launch day. The accessory divides Apple fans, though.London’s iPhone-loving thieves ‘don’t want no Samsung’ for a reasonIn a surprising twist in the smartphone wars, iPhone-craving thieves reject low-value Androids like Samung on the mean streets of London.Top 10 high-end Apple setups you wish you could affordSure, maybe you can't afford thousands of dollars for a desk setup worth drooling over, but it's still fun to look, right?In our dreams: Studio Displays flank Pro Display XDR in M2 Ultra Mac Pro rig