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Collaboration tools have been the glue holding enterprises together in 2020, keeping workers connected and productive at work and — amidst a pandemic — at home. Now, organizations have to figure out how to get the most from the likes of Slack, Teams, Zoom and others, and balance IT budgets with worker needs. Our panel of editors discuss what IT leaders should keep in mind heading into 2021.
It was a banner year for Apple, from the first 5G iPhone to Apple Silicon and the rollout of the first M1 Macs. Apple isn’t showing signs of slowing down as 2021 approaches. It’s expected to continue to improve its M1 Macs, and release other Apple Silicon-powered Macs into next year. Macworld Senior Writer Michael Simon and Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis join Juliet to discuss Apple’s 2020 wins and what else they expect to see from Apple in 2021.
Apple may release 5G iPads as soon as 2021, following the release of its first-ever 5G iPhone this year. And while a 32-core Mac Pro may wait until 2022, 16-core iMacs could launch in 2021 as well. Juliet joins Macworld Senior Writer Michael Simon and Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis to discuss the latest rumorsand dissect the recent AirPods Max announcement. Let us know if you get a pair of the AirPods Max… and if they live up to that $549 price tag.
The Federal Trade Commission and 48 state and territory attorneys general accuse social media giant Facebook of anticompetitive behavior and becoming a monopoly. The lawsuits call for courts to force Facebook to break off some of its assets, including Instagram and WhatsApp. But what happens next? In this episode of Today in Tech, Juliet Beauchamp explains why the F.T.C. and attorneys general filed antitrust lawsuits and what may come next for Facebook.
Salesforce is set to acquire Slack in a $27.7 billion deal, acquiring a popular enterprise chat tool in a time when reliance on collaboration tools is extraordinarily high. This move makes Salesforce a stronger competitor against Microsoft, and has the potential to shape the future of collaboration. Computerworld senior writer Matthew Finnegan joins Juliet to discuss the acquisition, how it benefits Salesforce and Slack and how it may affect smaller collaboration and chat startups.
The new M1 MacBook Pro has arrived, and we have one in hand. Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld senior writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss how the new MacBook Pro’s performance compares to last year’s 16-in. model, how well apps run and what to consider if you’re looking to upgrade.
Apple announced its new and long-awaited Mac lineup at its “One More Thing” event on Tuesday. These new Macs, powered by the new M1 processor, are the first Macs released after Apple announced it would shift away from Intel chips. But, were they worth the wait? Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and Macworld senior writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss the most impressive features of the new Macs, whether or not they’re waiting for future releases to purchase and why Apple’s move to its own silicon is such a seismic shift.
Apple will host its next special event, titled “One More Thing,” on November 10. The biggest announcement is bound to be the release of the very first Macs powered by Apple Silicon. From price and launch date to specs, Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and Macworld senior writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss what they know and what they don’t about Apple’s upcoming additions to the Mac lineup. For more on Apple Silicon, check out our previous episodes of Today in Tech: *Apple ARM chips: WWDC's big hardware announcement:* https://youtu.be/1N0e47Zf56Q *Powered by Apple Silicon, what will future Macs look like?:* https://youtu.be/NYvBbe_PN1E Follow everyone on Twitter-- Juliet: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp Ken: https://twitter.com/kmingis Mike: https://twitter.com/morlium For more on all things Apple, check out Mike’s articles on Macworld: https://www.macworld.com/author/Michael-Simon/ And the Apple Holic blog on Computerworld: https://www.computerworld.com/blog/apple-holic/?nsdr=true
The first iPhone 12s have arrived for our two Apple experts. Macworld senior writer Michael Simon and Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis join Juliet to discuss their initial takes, whether to buy an iPhone 12 or 12 Pro and how many Apple expects to sell. Plus, Mike sheds light on Apple’s Q4 earnings call and when the next Apple event (and the release of the first Apple Silicon Mac) will be.
Seven months into lockdown and many employees have settled into work-from-home routines. But there’s plenty of ways companies can still adapt to the New Normal. Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld and PCWorld senior writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss how companies like Apple, Samsung, Google and Zoom can help with the ever-growing need for collaboration software and hardware like webcams and desktops.
You’ve probably heard that Apple’s iPhone 12 line-up will have 5G capabilities. And you've likely heard us discuss how 5G speeds are only available in some parts of the US with some carriers. With millions of new 5G users coming, will carriers accelerate 5G deployment? And when can users expect to get the most out of 5G speeds? Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld senior writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss how the iPhone 12 may or may not change the 5G landscape.
Apple set its second fall event for Oct. 13, with new additions to the iPhone lineup expected, including the iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 12 Mini. Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss the iPhone 12, whether users will be able to access 5G speeds and what other products may be announced at the "Hi, Speed" event.
Google recently announced its latest addition to its smartphone lineup, the Pixel 5. It comes with a lower price tag than previous Pixel phones and a new Google smartphone strategy. Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and Macworld and PCWorld senior writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss strategy, how it compares to Apple’s and Samsung’s strategies and what it means for the future of the Pixel and the smartphone landscape as a whole.
Just about a week ago, Nvidia announced its $40 billion deal to acquire Arm from its current owner SoftBank. This deal would be the biggest by dollar value in the semiconductor industry, but it’s not without regulatory challenges. Plus, competitors may be concerned about how this will affect future Arm licensing agreements and if the deal will cause Arm to lose its customer-neutral model. On this episode of Today in Tech, Juliet presents an overview of the historic deal, what hurdles it will face with regulators and why companies like Apple, Intel or Qualcomm may be apprehensive about the Nvidia-Arm merger. Read more about the Nvidia-Arm merger: https://www.computerworld.com/article/3575082/nvidias-40b-deal-for-arm-could-affect-apple.html https://www.networkworld.com/article/3574981/nvidia-arm-merger-faces-regulatory-political-legal-hurdles.html Powered by Apple silicon, what will future Macs look like?: https://youtu.be/NYvBbe_PN1E How much will Macs with Apple Silicon cost?: https://youtu.be/yA4631u0g-E Follow Juliet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp
Apple released two new Apple Watches, new generations of the iPad and iPad Air and new subscription services and plans at its Time Flies event on September 15. Macworld senior writer Michael Simon and Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis join Juliet to discuss highlights and how new releases compare to previous generations. Plus, is the iPad Air as good as the iPad Pro for enterprise use? And when can you expect to see the iPhone 12 and new MacBook events?
Apple’s September event may look a bit different this year, but the (virtual) show will still go on. Expect to see the new Apple Watch Series 6 and updated iPad Air at the “Time Flies” event. Rumors suggest Apple will announce the upcoming 5G iPhone 12 at an event later this fall. Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld senior writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss why Apple may host multiple events this fall and what product launches to expect when. Check out Mike’s latest article about the September 15th event: https://www.macworld.com/article/3574449/if-new-iphones-arent-coming-at-the-annual-iphone-event-what-will-apple-release.html Follow everyone on Twitter-- Juliet: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp Ken: https://twitter.com/kmingis Mike: https://twitter.com/morlium For more on all things Apple, check out Mike’s articles on Macworld: https://www.macworld.com/author/Michael-Simon/ And the Apple Holic blog on Computerworld: https://www.computerworld.com/blog/apple-holic/?nsdr=true
It’s almost September, which means Apple’s fall product launches are right around the corner. While there may not be a single big event this year, expect individual events around the release of the new 5G iPhone 12 and the first Apple Silicon Mac. Plus, be on the lookout for the refreshed iPad Air, new AirPods and the Apple Watch Series 6. Macworld senior writer Michael Simon and Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis join Juliet to discuss this fall’s biggest Apple announcements and when to expect them. Check out last week’s episode about the new 27-inch Mac: https://youtu.be/ZSPcvEpp6ho Follow everyone on Twitter-- Juliet: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp Ken: https://twitter.com/kmingis Mike: https://twitter.com/morlium For more on all things Apple, check out Mike’s articles on Macworld: https://www.macworld.com/author/Michael-Simon/ And the Apple Holic blog on Computerworld: https://www.computerworld.com/blog/apple-holic/?nsdr=true
TikTok, the popular short form video app, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, calling the potential U.S. ban an extreme action. At first glance, this lawsuit may mirror another one filed by a different tech company, Huawei. While both Huawei and ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, are Chinese tech companies, the proposed U.S. bans of each of these companies are different. Juliet breaks down why TikTok may fare better in the face of a potential ban than Huawei. More on TikTok’s alleged security threats: https://youtu.be/LzeIOH2U8-8 Check out my latest video about the Huawei ban: https://youtu.be/bDXc7xeS5OE Sources-- https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/24/technology/tiktok-sues-trump-administration.html https://newsroom.tiktok.com/en-us/tiktok-files-lawsuit Follow Juliet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp
The iMac was due for an upgrade, and earlier this month, Apple delivered. The new 27-in. iMac is armed with an Intel processor, SSDs across the board and a new 1080p FaceTime webcam. Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld senior writer Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss the new features, whether its the last Intel-based Mac and whether companies should buy it.
We’ve already discussed what the transition to Apple Silicon means for developers, so today, we’re shifting gears and discussing Windows on ARM. InfoWorld writer Serdar Yegulalp and Computerworld contributing editor Preston Gralla join Juliet to discuss what Windows on ARM is, how applications run on it and when developers should consider recompiling their apps.
We’ve heard security experts warn that remote employees working on personal devices running old operating systems, like Windows 7, pose a huge security risk to enterprises. With some work from home regulations extending into 2021, IT teams will continue to manage employee devices and mitigate security risks remotely. Computerworld contributing editor and Windows expert Preston Gralla joins Juliet to discuss why Windows 7 is a security risk and what IT teams can do to manage that risk as employees continue to work off of unsecure personal and company devices.
Despite the pandemic, the long-awaited 5G iPhone will still launch this year, but it's going to be later than usual. (5G chipmaker Qualcomm has hinted about reduced shipments due to “the delay of a global 5G flagship phone launch,” which Apple confirmed this past week. In this episode, Juliet explains about the delay and opens the door to your questions and predictions in the comments section. We’ll respond in an upcoming video.
On this episode of Today in Tech, Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld writer Michael Simon join Juliet to debate whether the iPad Pro is a practical enterprise device. (Short answer: It depends.) And Michael weighs in on the week he ditched a MacBook Pro for an iPad.
Most future Macs will be armed with new, Apple-made processors called Apple Silicon. Since Apple will have more control over the manufacturing of those devices, is there potential for cost savings? Macworld’s Michael Simon and Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis join Juliet to discuss how Apple Silicon may or may not affect the price of new Macs. Check out last week’s episode about the future of the Mac: https://youtu.be/NYvBbe_PN1E Follow everyone on Twitter: Juliet: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp Michael: https://twitter.com/morlium Ken: https://twitter.com/kmingis
The Mac is getting a major update in Apple’s own processors. But, what about changes to future Macs that aren’t just about ditching Intel chips? From touch to speed to Thunderbolt, Macworld’s Michael Simon and Computerworld’s Ken Mingis join Juliet to discuss their predictions about the future of the Mac.
IT admins have a hard enough time keeping employees on the technology straight-and-narrow in the best of times. It's even harder when a pandemic hits and everyone in the office scatters to work from home.
The UK and its national health service released its own app in an effort to trace potential coronavirus exposures and minimize the spread of the virus. Instead of using the API released by Apple and Google, the UK opted for a home-grown option that proved ineffective. Computerworld senior writer Charlotte Trueman joins Juliet to discuss how and why the UK contact tracing app failed, challenges and next steps. More on contact tracing-- Google and Apple release contact tracing app API: https://youtu.be/_pVwf5XeOvg Contact tracing app could stop coronavirus (COVID-19) spread: https://youtu.be/5fBKpISTUfg Follow Juliet and Charlotte on Twitter-- Juliet: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp Charlotte: https://twitter.com/charrindisguise
Hopefully you caught last week’s episode with our WWDC predictions… This week, we’re back discussing which WWDC announcements we’re most excited about. From Apple Silicon to App Library, Car Key and sleep tracking, Juliet, Mike and Ken rehash the event and dive into the features they’re most looking forward to using. If we didn’t discuss your favorite new feature, let us know what it is in the comments below. For more on all things Apple, check out Mike’s articles on Macworld: https://www.macworld.com/author/Michael-Simon/ And the Apple Holic blog on Computerworld: https://www.computerworld.com/blog/apple-holic/?nsdr=true Follow everyone on Twitter-- Juliet: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp Ken: https://twitter.com/kmingis Mike: https://twitter.com/morlium
Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference begins June 22. As usual, Apple is expected to announce updates to iOS, iPad OS, macOS, tvOS and watchOS, may unveil its new ARM processors and perhaps an updated iMac. Macworld writer Michael Simon and Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis join Juliet to discuss hardware and software predictions and their No. 1 wishlist item for OS updates.
Following worldwide protests against police brutality and racist policing, leading tech companies have released statements and plans to support the black community and their employees. In some cases, employees at these companies don’t see public statements as enough. And in other cases, public statements are antithetical to business practices. Some tech companies are donating to Black Lives Matter and other similarly aligned organizations and/or matching employee donations. Juliet rounds up responses from some big tech companies and shares advice from tech executives about how to make workplaces more inclusive, more equitable and fairer for all. Read more about how to support your colleagues: https://thenewstack.io/black-lives-matter-how-the-tech-community-can-provide-support/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/adunolaadeshola/2020/06/01/3-things-you-should-not-say-to-your-black-colleagues-right-now/#75f954f15a37 https://twitter.com/IDGTechTalk/status/1270425233338613760 https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2020/06/9848854/check-in-black-friends-colleagues-what-to-say
After 15 years of Intel processors, Apple is expected to announce its transition to its own ARM chips at WWDC 2020. These new chips will power future generations of MacBooks and iMacs, and allow Apple to deliver more power-efficient Macs with sharper graphic and faster speeds. Macworld's Michael Simon and Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis join Juliet to discuss why Apple is ditching Intel, when you can buy ARM-powered Macs and what to expect out of the new machines. Check back next week for our WWDC preview episode! Read more on Macworld: https://www.macworld.com/article/3561594/apple-might-be-dumping-intel-sooner-than-we-think.html Follow everyone on Twitter-- Juliet: https://twitter.com/julietbeauchamp Ken: https://twitter.com/kmingis Michael: https://twitter.com/morlium
Apple’s new rumored wearable has been getting a lot of buzz. The Apple Glass (or iGlasses… just kidding) will likely be an augmented reality (AR) headset. But what will they look like? Who will use them, and why? Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and Macworld’s Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss consumer and enterprise use cases, expected features and how the Apple Glass will integrate with Apple’s existing ecosystem.
Google and Apple delivered their contact tracing app API to public health agencies across the globe. The apps would allow Bluetooth pings between smartphones within six and a half feet of each other. And in theory, these apps would notify you if you had been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19. In practice, public health authorities will have to encourage around 60% people in a given state or country to download the app in order to meaningfully conduct contact tracing/exposure notification. Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and PCWorld/Macworld’s Michael Simon join Juliet to discuss Apple and Google’s unprecedented collaboration, privacy concerns and how state and federal governments will utilize the API.
Sometimes, it can feel like there’s a Zoom meeting for everything now: team check-ins, town halls, happy hours with friends, worship services and exercise classes. And while all of these meetings may seem good in theory, in practice, they can be really draining. Zoom fatigue is real, and oftentimes, back-to-back video meetings can be counterproductive. In this episode of Today in Tech, Juliet discusses why endless video meetings are draining, how to combat Zoom fatigue and meeting alternatives.
Apple’s newly launched Magic Keyboard brings even more enterprise capabilities to the iPad Pro. But is it worth $349? If a MacBook Air is cheaper than a souped-up iPad Pro and keyboard, which is the better buy? Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Macworld writer Michael Simon join Juliet to debate the new Magic Keyboard. They go over their iOS 14 must-haves, whether they’d use the keyboard and if it’s worth the price. Stick around for some 2020 Apple predictions, too, including a potential 5G iPhone, the iPhone 12 Pro and over-the-ear AirPods.
Computerworld contributor Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release.
The economic impact of COVID-19 has forced many businesses to readjust their budgets and cut costs where possible. That could mean halting PC and smartphone upgrades or pausing software rollouts. One IT sector that may experience growth during a recession is infrastructure. As cloud becomes central to business operations, enterprises may be unwilling to cut costs entirely. And cloud service providers are buying up more hardware to cater to existing clients that are now working in the cloud more and more often. Stephen Minton, IDC analyst and program vice president of the Customer Insights & Analysis group, joins Juliet to discuss 2020 spending predictions and when IT spending may return to normal. More about IDC’s IT spending predictions: https://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS46268520 IDC’s Coronavirus Index Report: https://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=US46272920
An accurate way to trace potential contacts of newly diagnosed coronavirus patients is widely seen as an important step in limiting the spread of the virus and eventually reopening businesses. There are two main approaches: self-reporting to a group that will call your potentially exposed contacts or using an app to alert anyone who has been within your general vicinity. Apple and Google are teaming up to develop an app just like that. Juliet discusses the differences between these two methods of contact tracing and how a potential app could keep your data private while keeping those whom you may have exposed to the virus safe.
More and more tech companies are stepping up to the plate to assist frontline workers and healthcare organizations as the coronavirus continues to take its toll around the world. Computerworld’s Ken Mingis joins Juliet to discuss how tech companies are helping, from working with supply chains to donate PPE, to providing comprehensive statistics about the virus.
With most of (if not everyone in) your household now working from home, you’re perhaps asking more of your home network than ever before. Multiple devices may now be hosting a video conference, streaming and using chat tools all at the same time. On top of those demands, you may also be accessing sensitive company data from home. Your home Wi-Fi network needs to be both fast and secure. PCWorld/Macworld’s Michael Simon joins Juliet and gives tips on how to prioritize certain traffic on your home network, boost speeds and secure it all without leaving your house.
Amid concerns about the coronavirus, Apple released its latest iPad Pro and MacBook Air without an official event in mid-March. But one piece of hardware was noticeably absent… the iPhone 9 or iPhone SE 2. Early rumors suggested a March 31st announcement, but we haven’t heard anything from Apple yet. Macworld’s Michael Simon joins Juliet to discuss how the coronavirus has impacted the iPhone 9 launch, clues to its official release date and what features to expect in Apple’s newest budget phone.
Millions of people across a diverse array of industries are working from home for the foreseeable future. For some, it’s their first time doing so for more than a few days at a time. While we’ve all been adjusting to remote work, we’ve become increasingly reliant on collaboration tools such as Slack, Zoom and Microsoft Teams – but are they actually making us more productive? And once it’s safe to return to an office, will employees be willing to give up their remote work lifestyles? Computerworld’s Matthew Finnegan joins Juliet to talk collaboration, effectively working from home and how remote work tools will shape the events business and entire industries.
If you’re working from home due to coronavirus concerns/social distancing, you’re probably relying on video conferencing tools like Skype, Teams, Zoom or Webex. Learn how to make the most of your work from home setup, get better video and audio quality and get a behind the scenes look at Juliet’s Zoom video and audio tools.
Apple settled a class-action lawsuit as a result of alleged battery throttling issues in its iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus and SE models. The settlement calls for Apple to pay consumers $25 per iPhone. Macworld’s Michael Simon joins Juliet to discuss how customers might get paid, who is and isn’t eligible and why Apple settled in the first place.
Enterprises have taken steps to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, from mandatory quarantines to factory closures. Big tech companies have canceled events and shows, sometimes opting to hold online-only streamed events. And amid supply chain disruption, some tech companies that rely on China for components may face product delays and lost revenues. Today in Tech, Juliet discusses COVID-19’s effect on the IT and tech industry and why some companies are faring better than others in the face of a potential global health pandemic.
Apple is the latest firm to join the FIDO Alliance, an industry standards group developing more secure ways to log in to online accounts and apps using multi-factor authentication (MFA), biometric authentication and physical security keys. Computerworld's Lucas Mearian joins Ken Mingis and Juliet Beauchamp to discuss the Apple move, how different forms of authentication work and how far away we are from a password-less world.
Apple is rumored to announce its new, lower-end iPhone at the end of March. Modeled after the iPhone 8, the iPhone 9 (or maybe it'll be called the iPhone SE 2) will offer consumers a cheaper alternative to the higher-end iPhone 11 or iPhone 11 Pro. Reintroducing its lower-end phone puts Apple in line with its Android competitors, many of which offer lower-end, high quality phones. Macworld's Michael Simon joins Juliet and Ken to discuss the pros and cons of buying a cheaper smartphone and what they expect the upcoming iPhone 9 to look like.
Computerworld Windows expert Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release and other Windows-related topics. If you have a question, post it as a comment.
The U.S. Department of Defense had two final choices to award its Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure (JEDI) cloud computing contract: Microsoft and Amazon. Despite perception of Amazon’s frontrunner status, the D.O.D. awarded the $10 billion contract to Microsoft. As Amazon continues to challenge the decision in court, Juliet breaks down everyone’s arguments and what the JEDI contract is.
Enforcement of the California Consumer Privacy Act begins this summer, but lawsuits are already being filed. To help you comply and avoid being sued, CSO contributor Maria Korolov joins IDG TECH(talk) host Juliet Beauchamp to discuss critical components of the CCPA and answer viewers’ questions.
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