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Siri is about to get a LOT more ambitious. But can Apple finally catch up with the AI competition?
Apple's new CEO reportedly wants Siri to stop waiting around for commands and start acting more like an autonomous AI agent. That could mean an assistant that works behind the scenes, tackles complex tasks and gets things done without you having to spell out every step.
Is this the future of Siri? And can Apple move fast enough to challenge ChatGPT and the other AI heavyweights?
We dig into Apple's agentic AI ambitions on the latest "Cult of Mac" podcast.
Plus, we discuss Apple's plan to turn multiple Macs into local AI powerhouses, the impending shutdown of its support forums, a beloved classic Mac mascot hiding on your iPhone and more.
Listen to the episode or watch the video. This is one AI conversation you don't want to miss! 👇
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Our HomeView arrived late, but we're about to set it up. Hoping for the best 😬
Well, this blew up. Hopefully it gets someone at Apple to pay attention.
I've been using Apple products for over 20 years. They make incredible hardware, and I genuinely love the ecosystem.
But Siri has been plagued by issues for as long as I can remember.
And the HomePod, where Siri is the primary way you interact with the device, is embarrassingly bad.
We're talking about a device from one of the most valuable technology companies in the world that can't reliably handle something as basic as setting a timer.
That's not a minor bug. It's a fundamental failure of the experience.
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Mac malware is getting smarter — and trickier! Find out how to keep yourself safe in "The Weekender," our free weekly newsletter. It wraps up the week's top Apple news, reviews, how-tos and deals into an easy-to-skim package.
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With Thanksgiving coming soon, it’s time to watch the beloved Peanuts holiday special “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving.” It’s free this whole weekend!
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Apple once convinced airlines to build a port for specifically iPods into seat-back displays. It was a terrible idea — here's why.
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The new HomePod software version 27.2.1 offers bug fixes for the major update the smart speaker received recently. How to install it now.
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Modern Mac malware relies on scams that trick users into running it, a new report finds. Here’s what’s changing and how to protect your Mac.
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📺 Apple TV just got a LOT smarter — and you might not need to buy a new one to enjoy it.
Apple's latest tvOS 27.2.1 update brings its upgraded Siri AI to multiple generations of Apple TV 4K. That means the streaming box can do more than just launch Netflix and play your favorite shows -- if you've got the right hardware.
If so, you can ask conversational questions about movies and TV, get personalized recommendations and even find something based on a show someone recommended in your Messages.
Here's how to get Siri AI on your Apple TV, which models are supported, and what the smarter assistant can actually do.
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Today's HomeView Availability Day™, but unfortunately, not many readers of the "Cult of Mac Today" newsletter are celebrating 🤣
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Feeling dizzy after dropping $3,000 on the latest MacBook Pro? It might not just be the price tag. That gorgeous tandem OLED screen is reportedly making some folks queasy.
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Some MacBook Pro owners say PROLED XDR screen flickering causes headaches
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BMX's new SolidSafe power banks use semi-solid-state battery technology to reduce fire risk, with up to 100W charging.
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