The latest Overtime podcast explores iOS 26.3 RC features, drive-thru payment frustrations, and Fernando's potential switch to Final Cut Pro on his new MacBook Pro.
The 58th episode of 9to5Mac's Overtime podcast brings another insightful discussion on Apple ecosystem developments, hosted by Fernando Silva and Jeff Benjamin. This week's conversation covers software updates, hardware experiences, and workflow considerations impacting Apple users.
Apple recently released the iOS 26.3 Release Candidate (RC), marking the final testing phase before public rollout. Fernando Silva demonstrated notable changes in iOS 26.3 RC, including refinements to Dynamic Island interactions and enhanced privacy indicators for camera/microphone access. The update also addresses battery drain issues reported in previous betas, particularly affecting always-on display functionality on iPhone 16 Pro models.
Jeff Benjamin shared his experience experimenting with Moltbot automation software on his M4 Mac mini. He highlighted how the visual scripting tool enables complex workflow automations between Apple devices, such as automatically transferring screenshots from iPhone to specific Mac folders. This showcases Apple's evolving automation capabilities within its ecosystem.
Fernando detailed his recent iPhone screen replacement process through Apple's repair program. He noted improved turnaround times compared to previous years, with same-day service now available at most Apple Stores for display replacements. The discussion touched on the importance of using genuine Apple components for proper True Tone calibration and display consistency.
A significant portion focused on Jeff's frustrations with Apple Pay at drive-thrus. Despite widespread NFC terminal adoption, many fast-food chains still require physical card insertion due to point-of-sale system limitations. Benjamin argued this undermines the convenience of contactless payments, suggesting Apple should collaborate with payment processors to streamline drive-thru transactions.
The hosts debated Apple's removal of native iPad-to-Mac screen sharing functionality. Jeff demonstrated high-performance screen sharing alternatives in macOS, but emphasized how Apple's discontinued native solution offered superior latency and resolution. They proposed Apple reintroduce this feature to strengthen cross-device workflows, especially for creative professionals.
Fernando shared his experience setting up his new M3 Pro MacBook Pro, revealing he's considering switching from Adobe Premiere to Final Cut Pro. He cited Apple's MetalFX upscaling technology and background rendering as key advantages for video editing. The discussion compared subscription versus one-time purchase models, with Silva noting Final Cut's $299 permanent license could save significant costs long-term.
Display technology received attention with rumors about a potential 90Hz Apple Studio Display 2. Jeff contrasted this with his review of the ASUS ProArt Display 6K, which offers higher refresh rates but lacks macOS integration like True Tone and seamless brightness control.
Catch the full discussion on 9to5Mac Overtime via Apple Podcasts or the 9to5Mac YouTube channel.
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