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Alan, and Karl are joined by David Dean of the I Confess I’m A Geek Podcast this week as they go through the week’s Apple-related news. A research body thinks smart watches could detect COVID before a user becomes symptomatic. Apple may be considering getting into premium podcasts. Seems some media personalities know everything, except the basic functionality of their smartphones and a whole bunch of rumours are flying around. All this and slightly more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.    Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

It’s a brand new year so Alan, Dean, and Karl look ahead to what the next twelve months might hold for us regarding Apple. Obviously there will be new iPhones, iPads, Macs and other items but what might feature in these new designs or devices. Well, once again, they have put together a list of what they hope to see and again we will hold ourselves accountable come the end of the year to see if we can compete with the many outstanding Apple analysts who are nearly always right…Oh, wait. All this and loads more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.    Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Join Alan, Dean, Steve and Karl one more time before they return in the new year. This week it’s update time once again. Apple Fitness+ arrives and some of the team have tried it out. Dean gets his new AirPod Max headphones and shares his thoughts. Facebook is very concerned with Apple’s upcoming permissions requirement and, finally, the team look back at the predictions they made for 2020, who guessed well, and who guessed poorly? All this and loads more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.    Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

As the festive period rolls around for this rather unfortunate year Alan, Dean, Steve and Karl list their ideas for possible gifts to share with friends and loved ones. Apple did have one more surprise for us in the form of their AirPods Max, but they don’t come cheap. As you may pile on the pounds in the coming weeks looks like Apple Fitness+ is going to arrive just in time to fight that post-celebration flab. All this and loads more on this weeks episode. Suggested Gifts List:   Karl: Apple Gift Cards Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) DJI Mini 2 Stadia Fully specced M1 MacBook Pro Alan: USB C to USB A / 3.0 Adapter (2 Pack) iPad Keyboards Garden Office / Pod Dean: LG OLED TV Sage BES875UK The Barista Express Beats Flex Steve: USB-A/USB-C Power Tester Twelve South AirFly Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max Jobs 4 Gold 512GB   Listeners Gift Suggestions:   Larrie:  Apogee Jam+ USB Instrument Input and Stereo Output for iPad, iPhone and Mac Simon: Magnetic USB C Adapter USB C to USB 3.1 Adapter NUBWO Headset Stereo Gaming Headphone with Noise Cancelling with in-line Control Roku Express MOSISO MacBook Air 13 inch Plastic Hard Shell & Keyboard Cover & Screen Protector & Storage Bag   CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Has it been a week already? Alan, Dean, Steve and Karl assemble once again to discuss their Apple-related week. Apple One’s charges didn’t go quite to plan and Karl has the headache to prove it. Alan took advantage of the Black Friday deals and taught himself a few things. Dean is already listening to Kuo and dreaming of next year and Steve shared some ‘System Extension’ funny business regarding the new M1 Macs. All this and loads more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Alan, Steve and Karl are joined by GazMaz from the mighty MyMac podcast. Karl purchased a new MacBook Air powered by the M1, although the collection process was a little different to usual.  Steve isn’t sure Windows still has a place on Mac’s, a bold idea. Alan has been hatching plans to get the most from the Apple One service and Gaz is making room for a new addition, of the Mac variety. All this and loads more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Alan, Dean, Steve and Karl are back once again to discuss Apple related things. Dean and Karl both get their new iPhones, as well as HomePod Mini’s and share their thoughts. Also, Big Sur didn’t crash Karl’s machine and so the show could go ahead. Alan is also in possession of a new-ish iPhone and Steve has some rather disturbing news about new cars here in the UK. All this and loads more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Not one, not two, but three new Mac’s running Apple Silicon.  Alan, Dean, Steve and Karl pour over the specs and look for any shortcomings as Apple reveals its new direction moving forward and away from Intel. From some interesting claims and some skipped over detractions the guys share their thoughts and reveal if they are tempted by what they saw during the presentation. All this and loads more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

The time has almost arrived for the newest iPhones to go on sale, so Alan, Dean and Steve listen to Karl’s strategy to nab one as soon as possible. However, it looks like some more credit cards are about to take a hit as Apple reveals its next event for this Tuesday. What will they have to show us this time? All this and loads more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

It’s time once again for Alan, Dean, Steve and Karl to gather and discuss various Apple-related subjects. Dean gets to test the new iPhone 12 Pro. Karl buys a Raspberry and plays with HomeBridge. Steve has some thoughts on the prospect of Apple developing its own search engine then waving goodbye to Google and Alan is still not convinced that wireless charging isn’t the Emperors New Clothes. All this and slightly more on this weeks episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, Barry Gentleman and David Renfree. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Has Alan, Dean, Steve or Karl purchased a new iPhone yet? Has Apple found a new form of TV entertainment? Did Karl dump HomeKit? Is Alan impressed with 14.2? Has Apple Silicon wowed Dean and has Steve a view on Apple devices longevity? Well, some, or maybe all of these questions may be answered on this week’s episode…Or they may just praise Ted Lasso for the whole hour, you’ll have to listen to discover for yourself. Links to HomeKit Items Mentioned: Meross Smart Plug VOCOlinc Colour Bulbs VOCOlinc HomeKit Aroma Diffuser   Ajax Online Blind Engine Motor   CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, and Barry Gentleman. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube Please visit our Merchandise Store Theme Music: Russ Clewett

The gang is nearly all here as Alan, Steve and Karl are joined by Mark from Essential Apple to discuss yesterday’s Apple event, ‘High Speed’. There was the announcement of the new HomePod Mini, with a reasonable price tag, along with the introduction of four new iPhone models…which now come in BLUE (finally). All this and you may find out what we’ve all been up to in our extended absence…although state secrets may have to remain that, secrets. CONTACT THE SHOW: I really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review in iTunes. I won’t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all I ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth Show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Steven Leach, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Martin Meadows-Evans, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Stephen Elliot, and Barry Gentleman. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal. Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or via Apple News or YouTube Please visit our Merchandise Store Theme Music: Russ Clewett