The CultCast
By erfon elijah
The CultCast covers each week’s best Apple stories, news, and accessories for your iDevices and Mac—but more importantly—we do it with pizzaz. Why listen to another dreary tech program? Tune in to the CultCast each week for a healthy dose of Apple, jokes gone sour, and plenty of tangents.
The CultCastFeb 23, 2018
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01:03:49
CultCast #324 - A new Apple gaming console?
What a show this week! We talk: a new gaming console from Apple? Some new evidence says yes. Plus: some of HomePods best features get delayed; why Leander switched from 1Password to Dashlane; how to get a heckuva great deal on a new iPad; and we wrap up with the smart bike helmet you haven’t heard of, a rugged charge-it-all solar-powered battery back, and an updated version of one of our favorite products on an all-new Under Review. This episode supported by Easily create a website by yourself, at Squarespace.com. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. CultCloth will keep your iPhone X, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time use code CULTCAST at checkout to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. <
Feb 23, 201801:03:49
CultCast #323 - HomePod: one of Apple’s greatest products!
This week: friends, HomePod is even better than the hype, it’s one of the best products Apple's ever made. Plus: HomePod vs. the rivals; the big HomePod flaw you need to know about (and the one Apple is trying to downplay); how Apple plans to revamp their future software; and is another new Apple product on the horizon? We think so, and we’ll tell you what it is. This episode supported by Easily create a website by yourself, at Squarespace.com. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. From how to become more productive and professional to how to read body language, network, and negotiate, the Art of Charm podcast covers anything that will help you become a high-perfo
Feb 16, 201801:05:03
CultCast #322 - What you need to know about HomePod
This week: the HomePod reviews are coming out hot and heavy, and they’re surprising. We’ll tell you what people like, love, and hate about Apple’s new speaker. Plus: something strange is happening at Apple HQ… we’ll tell you more. This episode supported by Casper’s American-made mattresses have just the right amount of memory foam and latex, and people everywhere love them. Learn why and get $50 towards any mattress at Casper.com/cultcast. Print postage from your office and take advantage of special shipping discounts at pb.com/cultcast, and beat the postage rate increase with exclusive discounts on letters. Plans start at just $5 a month! CultCloth will keep your iPhone X, A
Feb 09, 201852:12
CultCast #321 - Apple’s big plans for iOS 12
This week: Apple delays big new iOS features to focus on stability, and what it means for iOS 12. Plus: New details tell us more about 2018’s iPhone X Plus Nintendo announces one of its most legendary games is coming to iOS; Apple works to bring iPad apps to Mac; and we’ll tell you what we like and don’t about the gadge we’re reviewing in an all-new Under Review ☝🏼✋🏼 This episode supported by Create a beautiful website all by yourself at Squarespace.com. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. The single-router wifi model just doesn’t work for our increasingly high-bandwidth world. The EERO distributed system will blanket your home in hyper-fast, reliable WiFi, and you can score free overnight shipping with code "CultCast" at checkout. On the sh
Feb 02, 201854:36
CultCast #320 - Why Apple’s new HomePod is poised to bomb 💣
This week: HomePod pre-sale has begun! But... we’ll tell you why Apple’s new smart speaker may be a huge flop. Plus: audiophiles are comparing HomePod’s tech to speakers that cost $85,000; Apple adds some long-awaited features to iOS 11; how to backup your iCloud photo library to your PC (and why you should); and wrap with another episode of Drone Chat! This time, we’ll tell you why DJI's Mavic Air is the perfect drone for almost everyone. This episode supported by Easily create a website by yourself, at Squarespace.com. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Print postage from your office and take advantage of special shipping discounts at pb.com/cultcast, and beat the postage
Jan 26, 201850:34
CultCast #319 - How Apple’s going to spend its MASSIVE fortune 💰🎉
This week: Tim Cook is THRILLED with the US’ new tax overhaul, and has some exciting plans to spend Apple’s massive fortune. Plus: forget other smart speakers—we’re tell you why we’re now even more excited for HomePod. And stick around for our favorite movies, shows, and sausages in an all-new very weird What We’re Into! This episode supported by From how to become more productive and professional to how to read body language, network, and negotiate, the Art of Charm podcast covers anything that will help you become a high-performer at home and at work. Check it out at theartofcharm.com/podcast. Casper’s American-made mattresses have just the right amount of memory foam and latex, and people everywhere love them. Learn why and get $50 towards any mattress at Casper.com/cultcast.
Jan 19, 201857:12
CultCast #318 - The weirdest, whackiest, & wonderfullest gadgets of CES 2018!
This week: our list of the weirdest, whackiest, and wonderfullest gadgets of CES 2018! Plus: Stevie Wonder, Stevie Nicks, and hanging with Andy Dick—we remember our favorite stories from CES's of years past. This episode supported by From how to become more productive and professional to how to read body language, network, and negotiate, the Art of Charm podcast covers anything that will help you become a high-performer at home and at work. Check it out at theartofcharm.com/podcast. Casper’s American-made mattresses have just the right amount of memory foam and latex, and people everywhere love them. Learn why and get $50 towards any mattress at Casper.com/cultcast. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limit
Jan 12, 201801:09:43
CultCast #317 - The $400 butt cleaner 🤔
This week on a very fun, educational, and addictive CultCast:
- Everything you want to know about Apple’s $29 iPhone battery replacement program, and why you should absolutely use it.
- We’ll tell you about Steve Job’s new fashion line soon to be sweeping the runways of a Costco near you
- We break down just how much money Tim Cook earned each week and each day in 2017. Spoiler: He’a rich yaaa’aaall!.
- A high-tech butt cleaner, a $400 cooler, and a powerhouse network attached storage — Faves N Raves is back baby. We’ll pitch you our favorite tech then vote on which is best.
Jan 05, 201855:05
CultCast #316 - The BEST Apple Gadgets of 2017!
This week: our picks for the BEST Apple Gadge of 2017 💪🏼 Plus: Apple admits they are indeed slowing down older iPhones and Mac, but there’s more to the story than you’ve heard. We’ll tell you how to check if you’re affected, how to check your battery health, and how to prevent getting throttled. This episode supported by The single-router wifi model just doesn’t work for our increasingly high-bandwidth world. The EERO distributed system will blanket your home in hyper-fast, reliable WiFi, and you can score free overnight shipping with code "CultCast" at checkout. Upsie saves you up to 70% on warranties versus traditional retailers, and you know exactly what’s covered before you buy. Plus their iPhone X accidental damage warranty is $80 less than Apple Care Plus. Get 10% off your first purchase at upsie.com with code “CultCast at
Dec 29, 201747:34
CultCast #315 - Best TV of 2017!
Ho Ho Hooo! This week on a very merry CultCast:
- Next-day delivery of iPhone X is a sprinkling of Christmas magic
- Updated AirPods are supposedly coming in 2018
- How the iPhone almost never was
- HOT Tips:
- How to listen to Youtube videos when your iPad or iPhone screens are off
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- How to picture-in-picture Youtube videos on your iPad
- And how to keep those pesky ads out of your Youtube videos for free
- And we wrap up with our favorite shows of 2017!
- To all our Cult friends, meeeeerry Christmas, happy (belated) Hanukkah
Dec 22, 201701:06:02
CultCast #314 - Shakeup! Jony Ive takes back the design team
This week:
- In a surprising turn of events, Jony Ive has taken back the reigns of Apple’s design team.
- The new iMac is out, and the reviews are coming in. We’ll tell you what’s new about this beastly machine with a MONSTER price tag
- By the numbers: how much dough Apple earns every single second will help you realize what plebeians we all are
- And we wrap with how Apple got it right 2017, and what they need to do better in 2018!
Dec 15, 201701:04:58
CultCast #313 - All the best gadgets of 2017!
This week:
- Everything you need to know about Apple Pay Cash.
- One of the best, most anticipated Apple TV apps fo 2017 is FINALLY available. We’ll talk about that.
- Why are we so hard on Apple? We recently received some harsh email from a critic asking that very question.
- We wrap up with our huge list of the best gadgets of 2017!!
Dec 08, 201701:18:33
CultCast #312 - Our favorite movies of 2017! (also, the Apple news)
This week:
- The bigs ones. The bangers. It’s our favorite movies of 2017!
- The useful iPhone X gestures you haven’t heard about.
- Apple’s new Youtube channel and it’s actually pretty cool.
- The data for the LTE Apple watch is way more than we originally were told
- It’s the end of an era. Jailbreaking is dead.
Dec 01, 201701:04:12
CultCast #311 - The rocky history of HomePod
This week:
- HomePod’s been delayed, we’ll talk about that, but Bloomberg put out an interesting piece on the history of the HomePod, and it gives previously undisclosed details of the device you may find very interesting.
- We gotta talk about net neutrality
- How Tesla just out Apple’d, Apple
- Is there still a point to Apple TV?
- Tactics to get the best prices on all the Black Friday stuff you want
- Oh yeah, and 🦃 Gobble gobble yaaa’aaall! 🦃
Nov 24, 201701:12:20
CultCast #310 - Two weeks with the X 🔥
This week:
- Two weeks with the X. We’ll tell you what we like and what still sucks.
- Some very exciting new rumors about the next international of iPhone X
- Two big features coming you to in iOS 11.2 which is now in its 3rd beta
- What we tell you what we like and don’t about our favorite gadgets in a all-new under review 🤜🏼💥🤛🏼
Nov 17, 201701:08:35
CultCast #309 - iPhone X: Our top likes, our top dislikes!
This week: the iPhone X may be Apple’s best phone, but it’s not perfect. Catch our first week impressions to hear what we love (and what we don’t!) about Apple’s very spicy new iPhone. Plus: our top reasons to NOT buy an iPhone X; how to use Apple Pay cash to pay your friends an fam; and catch our list of X-rated tips, aka the really useful iPhone X tips and tricks you haven’t heard about. This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. Speck makes some of the best looking, most protective iPhone cases in the land. Shop iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and iPhone X cases in stores or online at SpeckProducts.com/cultofmac The single-router wifi model just doesn’t work for our increa
Nov 10, 201701:03:38
CultCast #308 - iPhone X: The Good, the bad, the ugly
This week: iPhone X—the good, the bad… the ugly. The reviews are in, we’ll tell you what people love and don’t about Apple’s newest iPhone. Plus: how to speed up Face ID we’ll tell you about the clever new strategy Apple used to build massive hype for the iPhone X launch, and why it really pissed a lot of folks off. And stick around for a very weird What We’re Into, where we reveal the stuff we’ve been dong in our lives that you should try too. This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co<
Nov 03, 201759:45
CultCast #307 - The best iPhone X deals & our fave gadgets 🔥🚨🚒
This week:
- How to get the best deal on your iPhone X, save yourself some serious buckets
- Why Woz says the iPhone X will be the first iPhone he won’t buy day one
- Would you let your delivery man enter your house when you’re not home? We discuss Amazon key!
- Plus we’ll tell what we like and don’t about the gadgets we’re reviewing in an all-new Under Review
Oct 27, 201754:20
CultCast #306 - The iPhone X pre-order strategies you need to know about!
This week: you’ll have mere seconds to lock down your iPhone X pre-order on October 27th, and if you’re not ready, you’ll be waiting months! We’ve got the strategies you’ll need to employ to have your order placed seconds after the X goes live. Plus: Steve Wozniak just launched his first new product in years, and it’s actually pretty cool; the really dumb Mac accessory you’ll definitely want; Apple taps one of Hollywood’s best for a new TV series; and stick around for Leander’s new $10,000 bike, Buster’s new affordable action camera, and a new movie service you’ve GOT to try in an all-new Under Review. This episode supported by CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. The
Oct 20, 201758:39
CultCast #305 - How HomeKit got SUPERCHARGED in iOS 11 💪🏼
This week: live in the home of the future, today! We’ll tell you how with iOS 11’s huge improvements in the Home app and HomeKit. Plus: there’s a new Apple ID phishing scam you need to know about; there’s been a disappointing development with Apple’s AR glasses; we have to talk about the hundreds of new emoji coming at you in iOS 11.1; and we’ve got a svelte iPhone 8 case, a MacBook Pro sleeve made from real sheep, and a new power brick that’ll charge your MacBook, iPhone, Nintendo Switch—EVERYTHING—in an all new under review. This episode supported by CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. The Cult of Mac watch store has the best straps in the biz! Save 20% off any order with co
Oct 13, 201701:05:23
CultCast #304 - Steve Job’s greatest product
This week: a company unlike any other, some say Steve Job’s greatest product was Apple itself, but how have they fared in the 6 years since his passing? Leander shares the cold hard facts. Plus: Leander’s long soliloquy about his new love, the 4K Apple TV; an iOS 11 software trick doubles your iPhone storage; and we’ll wrap up our favorite minimalist cases for your iPhone 7, 8, and X. This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. The Cult of Mac watch stor
Oct 06, 201701:16:20
CultCast #303 - Face ID is a Triumph of Machine Learning
This week: why iPhone X's Face ID is an astounding accomplishment! Plus: the new and notable features in macOS High Sierra; Bill Gates finally ditches his Windows Phone; Leander’s writing a new Tim Cook book; Erfon talks about the best 4K television money can buy; and we’ll tell you what we like and don’t about the gadgets we’re reviewing in an all-new under review! This episode supported by Audible, the home of over 150,000 audio books from practically every genre in existence. Grab Leander's book, Jony Ive: The Genius Behind Apple's Greatest Products, for FREE with a 30-day Audible trial. The book is yours to keep even if you decide not to keep your Audible subscription. Get started at audible.com/cultcast. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanClo
Sep 29, 201701:11:24
CultCast #302 - Why you should get the iPhone 8 (but probably won’t)
This week: iPhone 8 reviews are in! We’ll tell you what everyone loves Apple’s newest phone, and why you should get one (but probably won’t). Plus: we round up the reviews for Apple Watch series 3, and argue over which model is best. And stick around for what we don’t like about iPhone X; Apple’s A11 chip hits a surprising benchmark; tests show iPhone 8 wireless charging is abysmally slow; Apple quietly hikes their iDevice prices; and we’ll tell you all the best AR apps you need to try. This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at
Sep 22, 201701:01:09
CultCast #301 - Our iPhone X event reactions!
This week: we react to everything announced at Apple's iPhone X press event! Plus, we’ll tell you everything we now know about iPhone X, iPhone 8, the new Apple TV 4K, Apple Watch Series 3, the AirPods update, and the new AirPower charging mat. It’s a packed show. Better hit play, fam! This episode supported by Casper’s American-made mattresses have just the right amount of sink and bounce, and people everywhere love them. Learn why at Casper.com/cultcast,and get $50 towards any mattress with code CultCast at checkout. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. The Cult of Mac watch store has the best straps in the biz
Sep 13, 201756:45
CultCast #300 - Incredible extravagance of the Steve Jobs Theater
This week: a look inside the new Steve Jobs Theater, a beautiful spectacle of technology and architecture, a physical manifestationof the Apple ethos, and a true and fitting monumen.. And like any Apple product, it packs some features that will delight you. Plus: why it will probably be damn near impossible to purchase an iPhone 8, and we’ll pitch you our favorite gadgets then vote on which is best in an all new Faves ’N Raves! This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. The
Sep 08, 201758:29
CultCast #299 - Our iPhone 8 event predictions 📲
This week: IT’S OFFICIAL—Apple’s next iPhone event is September 12th! Tune in to catch our hardware predictions, plus, we take a look at the leaked iPhone 8 UI, and how the new phone will work without a home button. Next, we'll regale you with the story behind the evolution of the Apple logo, and the story you’ve never heard about its iconic bite. And stick around for an all-new What We’re Into, where Leander tells us why Game of Thrones has turned into his most despised show! This episode supported by BlueApron - a better way to cook! Get your first 3 meals free with free shipping at BlueApron.com/CultCast CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Th
Sep 01, 201701:13:12
CultCast #298 - iPhone 8... keynote date! 🙌🏼
This week:
- Even more juicy details leak on iPhone 8, plus a report says the keynote reveal is right around the corner.
- Leander shares the strange twist in Apple’s autonomous car project
- Why the 13” MacBook Pro might soon become your favorite Mac
- Story time with L Kahney - he’s going to share the highlights from his whirlwind tour of Japan and other defenseless Asian lands.
- Plus Erfon recalls what it’s like in the darkness of a total solar eclipse.
Aug 25, 201701:06:34
CultCast #297 - Why Apple may make your next TV 📺
This week: Apple makes a major play to become the next HBO, meanwhile, intriguing new images surface showing what looks to be what we all thought had died—the long lost Apple Television. Plus: a trusted source says Apple’s next Watch will be more boring that we hoped; and finally… eating bugs… Thai Tinder… yes, Buster Heine is back to share strange stories from his travels deep into the heart of Thailand. This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST20 to score a free CleanCloth AND get 20% off your order at CultCloth.co. Thanks to Kevin
Aug 18, 201747:40
CultCast #296 - What’s next for Watch?
This week: what does Apple have in store for the next version of Watch? We’ll roundup the current rumors and reveal our Gen 3 wish list. Then: could Face ID actually replace Touch ID on iPhone 8? We have concerns. Plus: proof that a 4K Apple TV is right around the corner; more incredible demos of AR Kit; and we share our favorite new shows, movies, and board games in an all-new What We’re Into! This episode supported by The single-router wifi model just doesn’t work for our increasingly high-bandwidth world. The EERO distributed system will blanket your home in hyper-fast, reliable WiFi, and you can score free overnight shipping with code CULTCAST at checkout. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST2
Aug 11, 201701:08:43
CultCast #295 - Big HomePod and iPhone 8 leaks… directly from Apple!
This week: Apple just accidentally leaked major details about the iPhone 8 and HomePod. Whoopsie! We’ll tell you everything we’ve learned. Plus: leaked audio files show off the HomePods cool UI sounds; we reveal exclusive new audio of the HomePod's boot-up noise; Buster’s shares a very special announcement; and we wrap with our reviews of the best internet-connected security cameras and the hawt new flagship Olympus OM-D EM-1 mirrorless camera in an all-new Under Review 🔥🔥🔥 This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at
Aug 04, 201752:58
CultCast #294 - Snag your free MacBook Pro!
This week:
- Parts shortages force Apple to start handing out free MacBook Pros, and everyone on the internet wants a piece of the action.
- You knew Jony Ive designed some of Apple’s most iconic products, but did you know he also helped craft one of Star Wars most nefarious light sabers?
- Apple discontinues two of their most iconic products.
- And stay tuned for all our favorite new stuff in another episode of What We’re Into!
Jul 28, 201758:31
CultCast #293 - Why Apple’s making an iPhone Pro
This week:
- Why Apple’s making an iPhone Pro, a tech-packed cutting-edge phone that will showcase what Cupertino is capable of.
- Genius Bar jackpot! Aka, why the Genius Bar sometimes replaces your old broken tech for a brand new model.
- Stick around for a super-powerful electric long board, a HomeKit-enabled ceiling fan, and pro-level keyboard case for your iPad Pro in an all-new Under Review 🤖
Jul 21, 201701:08:32
CultCast #292 - Why even audiophiles are hyped for HomePod
This week:
- the magic of HomePod! We’ll tell you about the built-in audio tech that's getting even the most ardent audiophiles hyped about Apple’s new smart speaker.
- Plus: why iPhone 8’s biggest features may be disabled at launch
- Why you can grab free Beats in Apple's new back to school promo without being in college
- The fascinating story behind Steve Jobs' iconic turtleneck
- More of iOS 11’s best unknown features
- And we wrap with the heart warming story of why Steve Jobs insisted on always buying Scott Forstall's lunch.
Jul 14, 201749:32
CultCast #291 - How the iPhone was made magical 🦄
This week: it’s easy to ignore how intuitive it is to use an iPhone, but behind those vast array of simple swipes and taps was an entire team of designers who painstakingly crafted the sophisticated interactions that give the iPhone its magic. This week we'll tell you the stories behind inertial scrolling, swipe to unlock, and Bas Ording, the man who brought iOS to life using the physics of our natural world. This episode supported by You might know of Shutterstock as home to royalty-free photos. But, they offer much more. Kickstart your next interactive project with video clips or music tracks from their collection, and save 20% for a limited time at shutterstock.com/cultcast Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com.
Jul 07, 201701:18:25
CultCast #290 - Camaraderie, chaos, and the original iPhone launch stories you’ve never heard
This week: you’d never know it from Steve Job’s effortless keynote introduction, but the original iPhone was plagued with huge design and production issues that almost made Apple call it quits, right up until the day it was released! To commemorate the iPhone’s 10th anniversary, we’ll recount some of the incredible stories behind iPhone’s beleaguered early days, and celebrate how Apple pulled off one of the greatest device launches in history. And stay tuned for an all-new What We're Into! This episode supported by You might know of Shutterstock as home to royalty-free photos. But, they offer much more. Kickstart your next interactive project with video clips or music tracks from their collection, and save 20% for a limited time at shutterstock.com/cultcast CultCloth will keep y
Jun 30, 201701:07:43
CultCast #289 - The powerful iOS 11 features you haven’t heard of 💪🏼
This week:
- More of the powerful new iOS 11 features you’ve never heard of.
- The talented app which will harnesses the power of Apple’s new augmented reality features
- Scott Forstall is back, and he’s sharing the bizarre story of how the original iPhone really came to be.
- Everything you need to know about HEIF, the JPEG-killing format Apple is adopting
- Cliff jumping in our loin cloths
Jun 23, 201750:44
CultCast #288 - iPad Pro and HomePod get great reviews! 🤜🏼💥🤛🏼
This week:
- Reviews for the new iPad Pro and HomePod are bonkers
- Someone in the Apple supply chain just accidentally leaked some of iPhone 8’s marquee features
- Speed tests show a big improvement in the new MacBook Pro
- Apple finally offers us iCloud Storage sharing
- Our favorite unannounced iOS 11 features
- And we’ll tell you what we like (and don’t) about the apps and gadgets we’re currently testing in an all-new Under Review!
Jun 16, 201759:54
CultCast 287 - Reactions to the best WWDC in years 🔥
This week: in one of the most exciting and action-packed keynotes in years, Apple updates just about everything they’ve got. Hot off the event, catch our reactions plus our picks for best in show! This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. Check out the Cult of Mac Watch store for a curated selection of our favorite straps, all available for prices far less than you’d expect. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. Thanks to Kevin MacLeod at
Jun 06, 201747:43
CultCast #286 - WWDC Product Predictions! 🕺🕺🕺
This week: new evidence points to one of the most hardware-packed WWDCs in years! Add in four new OS reveals and, by golly, you have one heckuva exciting show. We’ll tell you all we know, and share all the products we predict will hit the stage. This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a thanks for the great music you hear on today's show. On the show this week
Jun 02, 201738:48
CultCast #285 - $1200 for iPhone 8!?
This week:
- Rumors point to a big iPhone 8 price hike. What’s the max you would pay?
- Intel makes a huge move to push Thunderbolt into the mainstream
- Ikea about to drop tons of great HomeKit gadgets on us
- DJI’s Spark selfie drone is a compact powerhouse
- And we’ll tell you about the weird and whacky gadgets we’re reviewing in an all-new Under Review!
May 26, 201752:35
CultCast #284 - New MacBook Pros at WWDC!
This week: new MacBook Pros at WWDC? Insiders say yes! We’ll tell you all we know. Plus: why future Macs are about to get much faster CPUs; Apple makes a big move to bring manufacturing back to the US; and we’ll wrap up with 5 weird and whacky facts about the new Apple Park campus. This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a thanks for the great music you hear on today's show.
May 19, 201750:25
CultCast #283 - WWDC hardware expectations! 🕺
This week:
- It’s official, the WWDC keynote takes place June 5th, so here are our hardware expectations 🕺
- Apple quietly acquires one of the world’s best sleep tracking technologies
- Why Amazon’s Prime video app may FINALLY be coming to your Apple TV
- Our first impressions of the Amazon Echo Show, and the features we hope Apple steals from it
- And stick around for a completely weird, totally tribal What We’re Into, the segment where we reveal the all the non-tech stuff we’re currently enjoying.
May 12, 201755:59
CultCast #282 - Will Apple's Siri smart speaker suck?
This week:
- Apple’s secret Siri speaker may be announced at WWDC—we’ll tell you everything (we think) we know about it.
- Why AirPods are the best product Apple’s made in years
- Why Microsoft’s MacBook clone is actually great for Apple fans
- We deconstruct and decode Tim Cook’s mysterious and quickly deleted accidental tweet, and you’ll be shocked at the truth!
May 05, 201747:53
CultCast #281 - Introducing Apple Store 2.0
This week:
- Apple stores are about to get a massive 2.0 overhaul, and we’ve got all the details
- Why the iPhone 8 may launch super late with no OLED
- Final Cut Pro X hits a massive milestone
- Google co-founder makes a flying car, and you’re gonna want one!
- We reveal our favorite new gadgets in an all new Under Review 🕺
Apr 28, 201746:43
CultCast #280 - The iPhone 8 leaks begin! 🙌🏼
This week: we deconstruct the new iPhone 8 leaks! We’ll tell what we’ve learned. Plus: Apple starts testing the driverless car they’re totally not working on; and the best iOS apps for all you marijuana connoisseurs. This episode supported by Build a beautiful, responsive website quick at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful. CultCloth will keep your iPhone 7, Apple Watch, Mac and iPad sparkling clean, and for a limited time you can use code CULTCAST to score a free CleanCloth with any order at CultCloth.co. We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a thanks for the great music you hear on today's show. On the show thi
Apr 21, 201751:06
CultCast #279 - Undercover in an iPhone production factory!
This week:
- Official new Nvidia drivers make your Mac compatible with the best GPUs on the market!
- A mole gives us our best look yet at what it’s really like to work in an iPhone factory
- Apple has a secret team working on ‘breakthrough’ diabetes treatment with the Apple Watch
- The saga of Ron Wayne, the forgotten Apple co-founder who traded his 22 billion dollars of Apple stock for just $800.
Apr 14, 201701:00:03
CultCast #278 - Apple reveals their Mac plans… on purpose!
This week:
- Apple just revealed their future Mac plans… on purpose! It’s unprecedented, and we’ll unpack it all for you.
- Apple promises an all-new “rethought” Mac Pro and Apple display.
- Why the Mac Pro failed.
- Apple’s plans to make the Mac “Pro” again.
- New Pro-level iMacs coming this year.
- Leander reviews the top-secret new Sonos speaker Erfon’s couldn’t talk about.
- Erfon reviews a clever Watch stand that Buster hates but true Mac fans will love!
Apr 07, 201754:33
CultCast #277 - MORE weird & wacky Apple products that time forgot!
This week:
- We’ve found even MORE of the weirdest and wackiest Apple products that time forgot
- The best new features in iOS 10.3 and macOS 10.12.4.
- Rumors mills say Apple may resurrect the PowerBook!
- iPhone 8 rumors point to a backside TouchID
- The sources of Steve Jobs best one-liners
- A wobbly British guy tries to ski
Mar 31, 201742:21
CultCast #276 - Our Apple hardware announcement reactions 🔥
This week: our reactions to all Apple’s new products 💪🏼
- Apple’s new iPad is cheaper, fatter, heavier, and underpowered
- Why the iPad Mini Pro is kind of a ripoff
- Two reasons you should not buy a Product Red iPhone 7
- What is Apple’s new Clips app do? We’ll give you the rundown
- Why Leander’s got mixed feelings about his new Pioneer SPH-DA120 Car Play stereo
- Erfon’s reviews the
Mar 24, 201751:40
CultCast #275 - How Apple will make iPad SEXY again 📱💄💋
This week: Apple’s about to overhaul the iPad, and it’s long overdue! Plus: why Steve Jobs was cool with your kids using an iPad, but not his own; how the technology we love might be making us all stupid; and we wrap up with an all new CultCast Choices, the game of great gifts with strange side effects...
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