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Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2453212/open_sms] Send us a voicemail! [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast] This week, we have our best look yet at iPhone 17 Air’s shocking thinness! Plus: Major power features coming to iOS and iPadOS 19, more thoughts on Switch 2 + Mario Kart World, our Sigma BF review — and we’ll wrap up with more of your totally weird voicemails! 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 [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/696/support.thecultcast.com] — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/696/cultof9to5macrumors.com] Insta360 X5 is the new flagship 360° camera from Insta360. To score a free 45-inch invisible selfie stick with your Insta360 X5 purchase, head to store.insta360.com [http://store.insta360.com] and use the promo code CultCast — available for the first 30 purchases only. This week’s stories: New videos show shocking thinness of iPhone 17 Air [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/thin-iphone-17-air] * New videos show how shockingly thin iPhone 17 Air dummy units appear. One reviewer thinks customers won't want any other model. iPadOS 19 may add Mac-like home screen menu bar [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/ipados-19-may-add-mac-like-home-screen-menu-bar] * iPadOS 19 will include a menu bar at the top of the screen like the one in macOS, according to a noted tipster on Thursday. If true, it’ll be a major step toward making iPads act more like Macs. * iOS 19 might transform your iPhone into a mini Mac [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/iphone-mini-mac-ios-19-rumors] YouTube: Mario Kart World Direct [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq4uCJDwO9U] Sigma BF is an Apple-esque camera for the pure joy of photography [Review] [https://www.cultofmac.com/reviews/sigma-bf-camera-review] * The Sigma BF is a full-frame camera with a beautiful design that centers on the pure joy of old-school photography. * YouTube video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2LOH8jvsLs] Listener voicemails [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast]

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2453212/open_sms] Send us a voicemail! [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast] This week, we have details and leaked parts on the next TWO Vision headsets! Also, we’ll talk about the big iPadOS update on the way, our top Mac accessories and play more of your listener voicemails! 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 [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/695/support.thecultcast.com] — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/695/cultof9to5macrumors.com] Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/CultCast. [https://squarespace.com/cultcast] Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. This week’s stories: Apple may slim down the Vision Pro 2 in weight and cost [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/apple-may-slim-down-vision-pro-2-weight-cost] * The Vision Pro 2 could launch with a lighter design and a lower price, as Apple looks to beat Meta in the race to full-fledged smart glasses. Vision ‘Air’ headset could sport titanium parts and dark blue finish [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/vision-air-headset-sheds-weight-and-cost] * New leaks point to a more-affordable Vision Pro alternative on the way: Apple's dark blue Vision 'Air' headset may shed weight and cost. Tariff relief for iPhone and Mac doesn’t last long [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/tariff-relief-for-iphone-and-mac-wont-last-long] * iPhones and other electronics get only a temporary reprieve from tariffs, as the US eyes a special-focus tariff for them. iPadOS 19 may finally blur the line between iPad and Mac [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/ipados-19-may-finally-blur-the-line-between-ipad-and-mac] * Apple may not bring macOS to iPad but it may give them the next best thing with iPadOS 19: a Mac-like experience. 5 Mac accessories I can’t live without [https://www.cultofmac.com/buying-guides/5-mac-accessories-i-cant-live-without] * Logitech MX Keys S [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKW3LB2B/?tag=cult087-20] * Logitech MX Master 3S [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HM94VDS?tag=cult087-20] * Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 Charging Station [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHV7LR12?tag=cult087-20] * Bose QuietComfort headphones [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCZ26B5V?tag=cult087-20] * tinkerBOY ADB Keyboard/Mouse to USB Converter [https://www.etsy.com/listing/1821395113/tinkerboy-adb-keyboardmouse-to-usb] * Apple Extended Keyboard II [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Extended_Keyboard] * CalDigit TS5 Plus [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/caldigit-ts5-plus] * AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1XD1ZV3?tag=cult087-20] * OWC ThunderBay 4 enclosure [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0942YC7Z3?tag=cult087-20] Listener voicemails [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast]

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2453212/open_sms] Send us a voicemail! [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast] This week, we have the biggest iOS 19 leak yet! Is it legit? Also, the iPhone 17 Pro might not be what we expect, tariffs starting to affect the iPhone, a secret trick to running ChatGPT on your iPhone, and rumors of something too good to be true we’ve been waiting for a long, long time… 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 [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/694/support.thecultcast.com] — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/694/cultof9to5macrumors.com] CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 15 Pro, 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.co [https://cultcloth.co/] This week’s stories: iOS 19 leak reveals squircle icons and redesigned system apps [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/ios-19-leak-reveals-squircle-icons-redesigned-system-apps] * As part of the iOS 19's visual overhaul, Apple might adopt squircle icons and UI elements with a glossy look. Final iPhone 17 Pro design might defy the leaks [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/final-iphone-17-pro-design-might-defy-the-leaks] * Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Pro series won’t feature the dramatic design changes that renders on the internet might lead you to believe. Customers worried about price hikes pack Apple Stores to buy iPhones [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/tariffs-drive-iphone-sales] * Customers' fear of price increases due to tariffs appeared to drive a surge in iPhone sales over the weekend. Why an all-American iPhone is impossible [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/american-iphone] * Sorry to burst your bubble, but four huge obstacles mean an American-made iPhone simply isn’t in the cards. Automate your iPhone by voice alone via Vocal Shortcuts [https://www.cultofmac.com/how-to/vocal-shortcuts] * Vocal Shortcuts let you control your phone by speaking a command out loud. Think “Hey Siri,” but for running your own custom actions. Instagram may finally release a native iPad app [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/instagram-may-finally-release-a-native-ipad-app] * After a 15-year wait, Instagram could finally get around to releasing a native iPad app, as it looks to capitalize on TikTok's troubles. Listener voicemails [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast]

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2453212/open_sms] Send us a voicemail! [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast] This week, Apple is getting ready to launch the M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pro! Also, the future of Apple Health, the weird prototype Apple Watch and big news for iPhone game emulation. Finally: a surprise product unboxing and hands-on! 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 [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/693/support.thecultcast.com] — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/693/cultof9to5macrumors.com] Factor Meals. Treat yourself to Factor’s delicious, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. Head over to FactorMeals.com/CultCast50off [https://factormeals.com/cultcast50off] and use offer code FactorPodcast to get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box. Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/CultCast. [https://squarespace.com/cultcast] Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. This week’s stories: Apple preps M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pro launch for later this year [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/apple-preps-m5-ipad-pro-macbook-pro-launch-later-this-year] * Apple's M5 iPad Pro and MacBook Pros are reportedly all set to go official later this year, with modest spec bumps but few external changes. Apple plans to put an AI health coach on your devices [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/apple-ai-health-coach] * Ready for an Apple AI health coach? The company may combine a revamped Health app with a sort of digital doctor within a year. Apple Watch 10 prototype reveals mysterious new health sensor [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/apple-watch-10-prototype] * An Apple Watch 10 prototype shows a different health sensor array than the production model. Could it be long-awaited glucose monitoring? Delta emulator adds live online multiplayer for Nintendo DS games [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/delta-emulator-adds-live-online-multiplayer-for-nintendo-ds-games] * With a new update, Delta iOS game emulator adds live online multiplayer functionality, delighting retro mobile gaming fans everywhere. Mystery product unboxing * Watch this segment of the livestream on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/live/LcMp1_DH3Tc?feature=shared&t=3503] Aftershow: Nintendo Switch 2 [https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/features/] * Nintendo Direct announcement [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrTVeYm4iIM]

Send us a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2453212/open_sms] Send us a voicemail! [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast] WWDC25 is on the calendar for June 9th — what might we see? The major iOS 19 redesign that Jon Prosser leaked! Also, weird rumors about the Apple Watch, a surprise new feature for AirPods Max and more listener Speakpipe messages! 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 [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/692/support.thecultcast.com] — OR at CultOf9to5MacRumors.com [file:///Users/Griffin/Documents/2025/Cult%20of%20Mac/CultCast/692/cultof9to5macrumors.com] CultCloth will keep your Mac Studio, Studio Display, iPhone 15 Pro, 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.co [https://cultcloth.co/] This week’s stories: Griffin’s new purchase [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVS18Z6R/?tag=cult087-20] (spoilers) Prepare to see the future of iOS and macOS at WWDC25 on June 9 [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/wwdc25-dates] * Apple revealed on Tuesday that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) runs from June 9 to June 13, 2025. iOS 19 leak showcases visionOS-inspired glassy design [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/ios-19-leak-showcases-visionos-inspired-glassy-design] * A YouTube video gives us our alleged first look at iOS 19's big visual revamp, which takes inspiration from visionOS. Apple preps future Apple Watch with AI-powered camera [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/apple-preps-future-apple-watch-with-ai-powered-camera] * Future Apple Watch models might feature a camera and leverage AI-driven Visual Intelligence to deliver contextual, relevant information. iPhone 17 Pro’s upgraded cameras could enable 8K video recording [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/iphone-17-pro-upgraded-cameras-could-enable-8k-video-recording] * iPhone 17 Pro may finally catch up to Android flagships and offer 8K video recording, leading to a 4× jump in the video resolution. Surprise! Lossless audio comes to AirPods Max with USB-C [https://www.cultofmac.com/news/airpods-max-lossless-audio] * Apple just promised to upgrade the latest AirPods Max version with lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio. Listener voicemails [https://www.speakpipe.com/cultcast] * AI Inside [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-inside/id1726128797] * Intelligent Machines [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intelligent-machines-audio/id326120877] * SECRETS… (CCOT #17) [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cultcast/id503494956?i=1000673374378]