{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Mac & Forth Show 397 - Ring Wars?","description":"In this week\u2019s episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Alan, Steve, and Karl discuss the latest tech headlines making waves. First up, they explore the news that Apple is likely not joining OpenAI's board, unravelling what this means for the tech giant's AI ambitions. Next, they delve into why Microsoft employees in China are now required to use iPhones. The hosts then shift their focus to the HomePod\u2019s sound recognition feature, adding a critical layer of safety for users. They also examine Samsung\u2019s new Galaxy Ring and what it might mean for Apple\u2019s rumoured smart ring. Finally, the team looks ahead at Apple\u2019s ambitious camera upgrades planned for future iPhone models, all the way through to the iPhone 19 Pro. All this, and slightly more on this week\u2019s episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won\u2019t ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we ask\u2026go 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, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Barry Gentleman, Chris Fields, Allister Jenks and Zareef Saadat, John Mainwearing. 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   Or feel free to join our Discord   Contact us via X, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett ","author_name":"The Mac & Forth Show","author_url":"http:\/\/www.macandforth.com","html":"