The iPhone Fold could make concerts even worse
Summary
The Vergecast hosts discuss Apple’s new M-series Macs, focusing on their marketing around local AI and the controversial price hike for the Mac Mini. They also preview the upcoming iPhone event, speculating on the potential iPhone Fold and its impact on photography and media consumption. Finally, the episode analyzes the Meta settlement, examining mandated app changes like time limits and age verification, and debating whether this regulatory victory benefits public safety or consolidates Meta’s market power.
Topics discussed
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Intro and host banter
Apple M6/M5 Ultra chips and Mac Mini AI hype
Apple polishing cloth price drop conspiracy
iPhone 18 foldable rumors and camera debates
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Meta lawsuit settlement and new safety rules
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GTA 6 gameplay reveal and industry impact
FCC E-Rate program and school internet access
Nvidia earnings and AI infrastructure boom
Global cyber defense open letter
Pokemon Sleep Fitbit Air collaboration
Panic refunds tariff fees to customers
Tesla Cybercab and FSD safety debates
Outro and credits
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