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    #460: We are so (not) back

    October 19th, 2023 · 36 minutes

    This week we're discussing the highs and lows of Apple rumors: WHERE ARE THE NEW IPADS? And what exactly is the new Apple Pencil's role in the line-up? Then, Brianna finally has a chance to talk about her impressions of her new iPhone 15 Pro Max!

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    The Apple Pencil lineup is finally as confusing as the iPad lineup - 9to5Mac
    So Apple did release a new iPad — but it's not that exciting | Mashable
    Cheaper New Entry-Level Apple Pencil Gets USB-C, Cuts Pressure Sensitivity - CNET
    Apple Pencil joins the iPad confusion zone - The Verge
    What to expect amid the bevy of conflicting iPad rumors | Ars Technica
    Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max review: A17 Pro, 5x telephoto, and titanium - The Verge
    The Action Button is the most significant new iPhone feature in years - The Verge