Engadget Podcast: MacBook Air M4 review, Apple delays smarter Siri

It's both a great and bad week for Apple. In this episode, we dive into Devindra's review of the excellent M4-equipped MacBook Air (and briefly chat about the new Mac Studio). We also discuss Apple's surprise announcement that it's delaying its smarter, AI-infused Siri, which may not arrive until next year. Did Apple over-promise last year, or is it wise to hold off on advanced AI features until they're ready? After all, Apple doesn't want a fiasco like Microsoft's Recall announcement.

Listen below or subscribe on your podcast app of choice. If you've got suggestions or topics you'd like covered on the show, be sure to email us or drop a note in the comments! And be sure to check out our other podcast, Engadget News!

  • The MacBook Air M4 refresh maintains Apple’s seat on the ultraportable throne – 1:40

  • …but the delay on a Siri upgrade could spell trouble long-term – 15:32

  • Xbox’s first handheld might not be made by Microsoft – 34:29

  • The White House turns into a Tesla dealership – 41:30

  • Meta attempts to block unflattering expose book already on sale – 45:52

  • Around Engadget: Ninja Swirl and Eero Pro 7 router reviews – 46:38

  • Working on – 49:21

  • Pop culture picks – 50:26

Hosts: Devindra Hardawar and Cherlynn Low
Producer: Ben Ellman
Music: Dale North and Terrence O'Brien

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Created 5mo | Mar 14, 2025, 1:20:26 PM


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