iPhone leasing, Apple Music price increase, iOS 27 beta 4
Summary
The hosts troubleshoot HomeKit automation glitches, including unresponsive Hue lights and location detection issues with the Aqara thermostat. They analyze Mark Gurman’s report on Apple’s new leasing program replacing the iPhone Upgrade Program, noting concerns about ownership and terms. The episode also covers Apple Music price hikes, iOS 18 beta 4 improvements to Siri AI and icons, and code hints confirming the iPhone Fold’s dual-battery design.
Topics discussed
HomeKit automation failures and location detection issues
Apple's new device leasing program via Klarna
Apple One price increases and iCloud storage tiers
Sponsors: Keeper Password Manager and Framer
iOS 27 Beta 4 updates: Siri AI, icons, and iPhone Fold hints
iOS 26.6 Spotlight indexing and device transfer challenges
Mac Studio RAM limits, iPad Mini OLED, and OLED Mac roadmap
EU battery regulations and replaceable batteries in Apple products
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