iOS 17.2 - This isn’t right..
Brandon Butch
15 min, 9 sec
A detailed rundown of the latest features in iOS 17.2, upcoming Apple product releases, and news including iMessage on Android and a unique AirTag story.
Summary
- Brandon discusses iOS 17.2 features and changes, including the missing Collaborative Playlist feature which is still in the code but not in the RC build.
- He provides insights into new widgets in iOS 17.2, sharing options with AirDrop, expanded Siri health data access, and the new AirPods Pro firmware update.
- Brandon shares updates on upcoming Apple products: iPhone SE4 leaks, new iPads, and Macs set to release in a few months.
- He covers the news of Android users being able to use iMessage through the Beeper app, and Apple's potential actions against it.
- A strange AirTag story is discussed where a man tracked his boss using an AirTag, leading to legal consequences.
Chapter 1
Brandon introduces the episode and begins discussing iOS 17.2 features and a missing feature.
- Brandon welcomes viewers back to Apple Weekly and outlines the episode's topics.
- He starts by discussing iOS 17.2, the RC build, and the upcoming public release.
- Highlights the missing Collaborative Playlist feature from iOS 17.2, despite references in the code.
Chapter 2
A deep dive into iOS 17.2 features including new widgets and AirDrop sharing options.
- Brandon elaborates on iOS 17.2's features like the AirDrop sharing of boarding passes and new widgets.
- He shares his personal experience with the Digital Clock widget and Daily Forecast widget.
- Highlights the new rain totals and moon phases features in iOS 17.2.
Chapter 3
Brandon tests Siri's new health data access and comments on the latest AirPods Pro firmware update.
- He explores the settings that give Siri access to health data for logging and queries.
- Brandon notes the hit-or-miss performance of Siri health data features, especially on Apple Watch.
- Discusses the new firmware update for AirPods Pro and his experience with it.
Chapter 4
Assessment of iOS 17.2's performance and battery life based on Geekbench scores and personal usage.
- Brandon shares Geekbench scores indicating iOS 17.2 performance.
- He expresses satisfaction with the battery life on iOS 17.2.
- Mentions the upcoming release of iOS 17.2 and the start of the iOS 17.3 beta.
Chapter 5
Insights on new Apple products including the iPhone SE4, new iPads, and Macs expected in the coming months.
- Brandon talks about the vintage status of the first iPhone SE and leaks surrounding the iPhone SE4.
- He delves into rumors about upcoming new Macs and iPads with OLED displays.
- Discusses anticipated launch dates for these new Apple products.
Chapter 6
A look at how iMessage is now accessible on Android through the Beeper app and Apple's potential reaction.
- Brandon describes how Beeper enables Android users to send iMessages.
- He shares his initial reaction and details the features and cost of the Beeper service.
- Updates on the outage and potential action from Apple against Beeper.
Chapter 7
Final news on the ending of the Apple Card partnership with Goldman Sachs and a bizarre AirTag tracking incident.
- Brandon covers the Wall Street Journal report on the end of the Apple Card partnership with Goldman Sachs.
- He discusses speculation on the new partner for the Apple Card.
- Shares a peculiar story of a man using AirTag to track his boss.
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