The Dalrymple Report

Jim Dalrymple and Dave Mark face off on all things Apple, tech, music, and just a sprinkling of hockey.

Episode 410: Tim Cook, Siri, iPhone Pocket 11/21/2025

Episode 410: Tim Cook, Siri, iPhone Pocket There are rumors that Tim Cook is getting ready to retire from Apple as early as next year. Many think the link was intentional to test the market to see what it thinks before making anything official. In Japan, users can replace Siri on their iPhones, something people in most countries would love to do. Apple's newest product, the iPhone Pocket seems to be a success. Brought to you by: : Go to to try your new AI teammate, Notion Agent, today. : Go to or use code dalrymple at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The Nest, AMC+ Clive Davis: the soundtrack of our lives, Netflix Aka Charlie Sheen, Netflix /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/39122360

Episode 409: Apple fiscal report, CarPlay, and Gemini 11/07/2025

Episode 409: Apple fiscal report, CarPlay, and Gemini Apple last week reported its fiscal fourth quarter, so Dave and I take a quick look at numbers and see where the revenue is coming from. We also talk about the reasons GM is ending support for CarPlay and Android Auto for future cars and reports that the next version of Siri will be powered by Google's Gemini. Brought to you by: : Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The Asset, Netflix A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Mr. Scorsese /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38930475

Episode 408: tvOS, Robots, Ads in Apple Maps 10/31/2025

Episode 408: tvOS, Robots, Ads in Apple Maps Apple's services divsion, which includes things like iCloud analytics Apple Music is now bigger than Walt Disney or Tesla. Dave and I look at tvOS and some of the things that have changed in that OS. We also talk about Joanna Stern's experience with a home robot, which seemed a little weird. Unfortunately, it seems Apple is moving ahead with plans to have ads in Apple Maps. Brought to you by: : Go to or use code dalrymple at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! : Go to to try your new AI teammate, Notion Agent, today. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Dexter Resurrection, Paramount+ The Diplomat vs The West Wing John Candy: I Like Me /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38859420

Episode 407: HomePod mini, AWS, Apple Shiny, and F1 10/24/2025

Episode 407: HomePod mini, AWS, Apple Shiny, and F1 My wife got me a pair of Meta Ray Ban sunglasses this week. I haven't had a lot of time to work with them , but I talk about my first impressions. Amazon Web Services went down this week and it took some of the biggest tech companies along with it. So much money and expertise all taken out because of one simple mistake. Apple's recently released products are availble for pickup now and there doesn't seem to be shortages of anything. Apple has been moving into live sports over the past couple of years with MLS and MLB, but now Apple has it's biggest one ever--F1. They will get the rights to F1 in the U.S. starting next year. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The Diplomat, Netflix Dune, HBO /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38768525

Episode 406: Ear Tips, iPad, MacBook Pro 10/17/2025

Episode 406: Ear Tips, iPad, MacBook Pro This week, Dave and I talk about the new AirPod Pro ear tips and whether the fit is better than the last generation. We also talk about Apple's newest product releases, including the M5 iPad Pro and the M5 MacBook Pro. Then we talk about Vision Pro and the rebranding of Apple TV+. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Nobody 2 Mr. Scorcese, Apple TV Superman, HBO Kiki’s Delivery Service, HBO /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38619080

Episode 405: AI, iCloud, Apple's next CEO 10/10/2025

Episode 405: AI, iCloud, Apple's next CEO Dave and I chat this week about a reader comment we received on the recent episode about AI. With the new iPhone release, we discuss the advantages of iCloud for users. There are some rumors swirling around Apple’s CEO succession plan and who might be stepping up to the plate. : Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The Girlfriend, Amazon Prime Alien Earth, Hulu /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38538350

Episode 404: AirPods Pro 3, Super Bowl, New products 10/03/2025

Episode 404: AirPods Pro 3, Super Bowl, New products I've had my new AirPods Pro 3 for a couple of weeks,so Dave and I talk about the sound quality and the quality of the new noise cancellation. Apple announced the artist that will play the Super Bowl halftime show and there is a bit of controversy with its choice. There are rumors of Apple announcing five new products, all due to be released in October—we take a look at each of them. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching A Nearly Normal Family, Netflix Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost, Apple TV+ Apple TV drops Mr. Scorsese trailer, Apple TV+ /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38454985

Episode 403: AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Support 09/26/2025

Episode 403: AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Support Apple's recently announced products have begun to arrive. I recieved my new AirPods Pro last week, so Dave and I talk about the new noise cancellation and if there is any difference in the sound. We also look at the new AirPod tip sizes and if those make any difference. Dave tells us about a phone call he had with Apple Support that he didn't like very much. Brought to you by: : A remarkable new iPhone case with an open space in the back so you can use a variety of accessories like a wallet and more. Go to to get 10 oﬀ. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Gracepoint, Peacock America’s Team, Netflix Pantheon, Netflix /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38366675

Episode 402: Translation, Emmys, AirPods Pro 09/19/2025

Episode 402: Translation, Emmys, AirPods Pro Dave got a chance to try out the translation feature on iOS this week. It's an app I've used many times during my travels to other countries. Apple did well again in this yeqar's Emmy Awards, and we talk about my favorite new product, the AirPods Pro. Brought to you by: : Go to to get 83% oﬀ Private Internet Access with 4 months free! Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Hostage, Netflix ER, 30 YEARS later /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38280995

Episode 401: AirPods, Apple Watch and iPhones 09/12/2025

Episode 401: AirPods, Apple Watch and iPhones It was Apple's annual iPhone event this week where the company unvieled new AirPods Pro, Apple Watches, and a new line of iPhones. Dave and I talk about the product and give our thoughts on each one of them. Brought to you by: : Post your job for free at to post your job for free. Terms and conditions apply. : Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching 1923, Paramount+ Godless, Netflix /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38195930

Episode 400: Apple Event, AI dataset, and Android app verification 08/29/2025

Episode 400: Apple Event, AI dataset, and Android app verification Apple has announced its September iPhone event. Dave and I talk about all of the products we expect to see and which ones we'd buy. Meta is using a lot of books to train its AI dataset, but it doesn't have permission to use them all. It seems the company is using books, including 15 that Dave wrote, without permission. Android is taking a page from Apple's app playbook and will soon require all apps to be registered by verified developers. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Yellowstone, Peacock Kpop Demon Hunters, Netflix Rewatch of The Last of Us, HBO /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/38019900

Episode 399: Macs, Woz, and foldable phones 08/22/2025

Episode 399: Macs, Woz, and foldable phones This week, Dave and I discuss the value of getting a new, but previous generation of MacBook instead of a brand new one. We also talk about Steve Wosniak and his views on wealth. Samsung is gaining market share from Apple in the U.S.—could this have anything to do with foldable phones? Brought to you by: : Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Patience, PBS Superman Black Doves, Netflix /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37920890

Episode 398: AI Robots, Siri, new Apple products 08/15/2025

Episode 398: AI Robots, Siri, new Apple products We've heard about Apple looking at releasing an AI robot in the past. The rumors are back and they also include Apple's foray into home security and smart displays. Apple's rumored revamped Siri will supposedly allow users to take action within an app using only Siri voice commands. MacRumors has a list of Apple's upcoming products that Dave and I talk about. Brought to you by: : Go to to get 83% oﬀ Private Internet Access with 4 months free! : Post your job for free at to post your job for free. Terms and conditions apply. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Dope Thief, Apple TV+ Titans: The Rise of Hollywood, Netflix Sunday Best, Netflix, Ed Sullivan documentary /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37836390

Episode 397: Apple Pencil, glass, and ESPN 08/08/2025

Episode 397: Apple Pencil, glass, and ESPN Dave's Apple Pencil died, so he replaced it with a new one. He gives us his thoughts on using it. Apple has committed more money to the U.S. as they partner with Corning to make glass for iPhone and Apple Watch in this country. ESPN is launching a new streaming service, but Dave and I are having trouble understanding how it's going to work for them. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The One that Got Away, Acorn TV HBO gets some BritBox /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37731680

Episode 396: MacBook Air, Apple Music, and Manufacturing 08/01/2025

Episode 396: MacBook Air, Apple Music, and Manufacturing Apple rarely has sales, but Amazon does. They are offering $200 off a new M4 MacBook Air—Dave and I look through the options of other models and see what the best deal is. Apple Music has a new feature in iOS 26 allowing users to pin items to the top of the page. Apple is starting its Manufacturing Academy in Detroit beginning in August. We look at some of the details of that initiative. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching After The Flood, BritBox Star Trek Strange New Worlds, Paramount+ Anora, Hulu /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37635575

Episode 395: Ozzy, Captions, and AppleCare One 07/25/2025

Episode 395: Ozzy, Captions, and AppleCare One It was a sad week for me and many other music fans around the world, as we learned that Ozzy Osbourne died. Ozzy meant a lot to me and my music. I'll miss him. Dave and I talk about using captions while watching TV, and we take a look at AppleCare One, Apple's new device insurance subscription. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Tucci in Italy, Disney+ The Bear, Season 4, Hulu Billy Joel: And so it goes, HBO /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37536255

Episode 394: watchOS Gestures, Emmys, Apple TV Keyboard 07/18/2025

Episode 394: watchOS Gestures, Emmys, Apple TV Keyboard Dave installed the latest beta of watchOS and found a new gesture that he really likes. I have one that I use a lot as well, so I'm not sure I'll change. Apple TV+ shows recieved an incredible amount of nominations for this year's Emmy Awards. The new tvOS now allows users to switch the keyboard to a grid, which is a welcome change. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Mobland, Paramount+ Ballard, Prime Video, from the Bosch universe Ya Never Know, Tom Selleck autobiography /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37457225

Episode 393: AI talent, Meta, and COO 07/11/2025

Episode 393: AI talent, Meta, and COO The turmoil at Apple is not new, but what is new is how some of the companies top AI engineers are leaving the company. The latest was lured away by Meta, who have just invested $3.5 billion in its artificial intelligence projects. Apple's longtime Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Williams, has announced he's retiring. Brought to you by: : LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at . Terms and conditions apply. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Black Snow, AMC+ Kleo, Netflix MurderBot, Apple TV+ /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37373620

Episode 392: Alexa+, Charging, and iOS 26 06/27/2025

Episode 392: Alexa+, Charging, and iOS 26 Dave got a new speaker assistant for his home... and it's powered by Alexa. We talk about how much better Alexa is than Siri and even throw in some comments about Gemini, Google's AI assistant (spoiler, it's better than Siri too). We also talk about charging one device off of anotherfor instance, charging your AirPods using your phone. And we look at some of the new features of Apple's new OSes. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Anatomy of a Scandal, Netflix Sally, Disney+ /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37182140

Episode 391: ETA, Liquid Glass, and iCloud Storage 06/20/2025

Episode 391: ETA, Liquid Glass, and iCloud Storage Have you ever shared your ETA with someone? Most of us have. Dave has a suggestion for how ETA should work in the future. We talk about the Apple's new design, Liquid Glass, and what drove the company to move in that direction for its OSes. We also talk about a new lawsuit that Apple faces over iCloud storage. Brought to you by: : LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at . Terms and conditions apply. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Anatomy of a Scandal, Netflix /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/37090600

Episode 390: WWDC review 06/13/2025

Episode 390: WWDC review Apple's annual WWDC was this week and there is a lot to unpack. We look at reactions from the keynote and dive into some of the announcements, like the new Liquid Glass interface, and of course, all of the new OS releases. There are some other featues that were announced as well, like AirPods translation that we'll talk about, as well. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Dept. Q, Netflix Secrets We Keep, Netflix Derek DelGaudio’s In & Of Itself, Hulu /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36999135

Episode 389: Popcorn, WWDC, and OS numbering 06/06/2025

Episode 389: Popcorn, WWDC, and OS numbering The podcast takes a little twist this week as Dave and I talk about our love of popcorn and Dave's new gadget to help him get the perfect batch every time. We also talk about some of the rumors surrounding WWDC and what we should expect from the keynote on Monday. One of the things that is supposedly changing is the numbering of all the OSes begining with this year's releases. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Dept. Q, Netflix Stick, Apple TV+ Fountain of youth, Apple TV+ /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36891925

Episode 388: Jony Ive and OpenAI, Epic Games 05/23/2025

Episode 388: Jony Ive and OpenAI, Epic Games The biggest news this week was the purchase of Jony Ive's company, io, by OpenAI for $6.5 billion dollars. According to the reports, I've's company is a device startup. Sam Altman said he is “excited to try to create a new generation of AI-powered computers.” Epic Games and Apple are continuing to spare, although it seems like the battle is coming to an end. : LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at . Terms and conditions apply. : Insta360 X5 Camera. To bag a free invisible selfie stick worth US$24.99 with your purchase, head to and use the promo code “dalrymple”, available for the first 30 standard package purchases only. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Better, Hulu Netflix saves Sesame Street /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36691170

Episode 387: Apple Maps, Apple Music, and The Pope 05/16/2025

Episode 387: Apple Maps, Apple Music, and The Pope Apple has introduced some new features in Apple Maps including a Detailed City Experience for the Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco. Maps also now has insights, ratings, and reviews from expert sources, most notably the Michelin Guide. Did you know Pope Leo has his own trading card? Not only that, it set a new sales record, topping LeBron James. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Bad Sisters, Apple TV+ It’s not TV. It’s HBO. Max. Conan O’Brien the Kennedy Center, Mark Twain prize for American humor, Netflix /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36581440

Episode 386: Things we love about Apple and cassettes 05/09/2025

Episode 386: Things we love about Apple and cassettes Some people have never used a cassette tape to listen to music, my kids being among them. This week Dave takes a little side route into one of his thoughts on listening to cassettes. We have spent a lot of time talking about things that Apple has done wrong this past year in regards to AI and Siri, so this week we change things up and talk about the things we love about Apple and what they have done right. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Murder is Easy, BritBox Black Bag, Peacock /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36507010

Episode 385: Formula 1, Gemini, and Apple's 30% 05/02/2025

Episode 385: Formula 1, Gemini, and Apple's 30% I'm heading off to Miami this weekend to see the Formula 1 Grand Prix and take a tour of the pit lane. Dave tells us about his Formula 1 experience and his trip to Texas. We also talk about the rumored deal between Apple and Google to have Apple use Gemini in Apple Intelligence—this is probably the best news ever for Apple's AI efforts. If you haven't tried Gemini yet, you should—it's incredible. Apple is being forced to allow developers to get payment for their apps from outside the App Store, which means Apple doesn't get its 30% cut. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The Lorenskog Disappearance, Netflix Conclave, Prime Video /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36395405

Episode 384: Available Now and paying for Apple intelligence 04/25/2025

Episode 384: Available Now and paying for Apple intelligence Dave has a few questions for our listeners about the difference in inexpensive dash cams compared to the more expensive models. Apple dropped the "Available Now" tagline from its Apple Intelligence page because... well, it's not available. A new survey suggests that people would be willing to pay up to $10 a month for Apple Intelligence. Brought to you by: : To get a free 45-inch [114cm] invisible selfie stick worth US$24.99 with your Insta360 X5 purchase, head to and use the promo code “dalrymple”, available for the first 30 purchases only. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The Breakthrough, Netflix Will Trent, Hulu Conclave, Prime Video /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36309715

Episode 383: Apple's marketing change for AI and Siri turmoil 04/18/2025

Episode 383: Apple's marketing change for AI and Siri turmoil Kind of a special episode this week—it's Dave's birthday! This week Dave and I talk about Apple's abrupt changes to its marketing for Apple Intelligence, effectively downplaying the nonexistent technology. We also look at a story describing the internal turmoil of Siri and how badly Apple exectives mismanaged the entire AI revolution. Brought to you by: : LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at . Terms and conditions apply. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The Snow Girl, Netflix Mythic Quest cancelled The Residence, Netflix /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36221225

Episode 382: Teens, iPhones on planes, and Maps 04/11/2025

Episode 382: Teens, iPhones on planes, and Maps The iPhone is as popular as ever among teens, according to a new study. That's important because as they grow up, they are the ones that will be buying new phones. With new tariffs expected to be imposed, Apple is flying planeloads of iPhones into the U.S. to ward off any immediate price increases. Apple Maps is now available as a web page on the iPhone, but is it necessary. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching Missing You, Netflix The Studio, Apple TV+ Dope Thief, Apple TV+ /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36097645

Episode 381: Ireland, Apple's Birthday, and WWDC 04/04/2025

Episode 381: Ireland, Apple's Birthday, and WWDC Dave spent a week in Ireland and gives us the highlight of his trip, including a really cool time spent with some big birds. Apple celebrated its 49th birthday this week—it's had to believe that the company (and me) are that old. WWDC is happening on June 9, 2025 the company announced, so get ready. Show Notes: Shows and movies we’re watching The Catch, Acorn TV Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday night Live A Complete Unknown /episode/index/show/thedalrymplereport/id/36004005

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