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Mac OS Ken

Ken Ray
Apple
Apple Inc.
Iphone
Apple TV
Iphone 17
Tim Cook
Macbook Neo
Siri
China
India
App Store
Nordlayer
Artificial Intelligence
Apple Music
Google
Apple Vision Pro
Apple Watch
Openai
Macbook Pro
Counterpoint Research

This is daily Apple news. Monday through Friday, Ken Ray brings a short shot of tech happenings to your day. If it's Apple news, Apple-related news, or news related to Apple-related news, you'll hear about it here. News you'll like... this is Mac OS Ken.

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Latest Episodes

- Apple Sets 9 September Media Event - CNET/YouGov: 75% of US Adults Indifferent to iPhone Fold - IDC Sees iPhone Fold Saving Foldables from Decline - Apple Fitness+ to Host "Shine" Related Activity at Apple Park - Apple's YouTube Channel Plants Pre-... more

- Apple Announces New M5 Ultra and M6 Processors - Orders Begin for New Mac mini and Mac Studio Models - Delivery Dates Already Slipping for New Mac Studio Models - Apple Drops Some Letters from New Magic Keyboards - New Apple Polishing Cloth: Now Ju... more

- Considering Apple's "Accidental" Product Leaks - Second RCs of macOS 26.7 and macOS 15.8 Seeded to Developers - Seventh Betas of blankOS 27 Seeded to Developers - RAMnarök Forces Higher Prices for Amazon Hardware - Anticipating Higher iPhone Prices... more

- Evercore: Five Reasons to Own AAPL - Gurman: Sources Sing Praises of Foldable iPhone Features - Gurman: Apple Retail's Gearing Up for HomePad - Bloomberg: Apple Cuts Jobs from Spatial Computing and Siri Teams - GM Dropping CarPlay Could Be Crimping... more

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Marty Jencius
Host of Vision Profiles; involved with Vision Pro coverage and related podcasts
Vision Profiles / thepodtalk.net
Episode: Three Things About Apple Vision Pro with Marty Jencius - MOSK: 08.07.2026
Jeff Gamet
Tech journalist and podcaster; guest discussing Apple Upgrade
jeffgamet.com
Episode: Apple Upgrade Opinions with Jeff Gamet - MOSK: 08.06.2026
Ben Bajarin
CEO and Principal Analyst at Creative Strategies
Creative Strategies
Episode: The Memory Crisis with Creative Strategies' Ben Bajarin - MOSK: 08.05.2026
Ben Beharon
Creative Strategy CEO and Principal Analyst
Creative Strategies
Episode: Analyst Reactions to Apple Earnings - MOSK: 08.03.2026
Rob Walch
VP of Podcaster Relations at Captivate
Captivate
Episode: Changes in Apple Podcasts and the State of Podcasting with Rob Walch - MOSK: 02.23.2026
Steve Wozniak
Co-founder of Apple Inc.
Apple Inc.
Episode: 19 Years and One Day of This - MOSK: 01.27.2025
Ming-Chi Kuo
TF International analyst specializing in Apple products.
TF International
Episode: Ming-Chi Kuo on Apple Vision Pro - MOSK: 02.29.2024

Host

Ken Ray
Host of a long-running daily Apple news and commentary show, known for concise delivery, humor, and industry insight.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Holy monotone boredom Batman

    Unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TShaneRogers
    United States3 months ago
  • One of the best apple podcasts

    Ken Ray does it well, with humour and knowledge

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EyeFox
    Australia3 months ago
  • Good when not political

    MacOS Ken has been a staple for Apple news and commentary for years. The only drawback was a habit of slipping into US-centric partisan political takes, which was a major turn-off. Lately, though, it sounds like he’s refocused on the Apple tech.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ThemePro
    United States4 months ago
  • Former Listener

    If you hate Trump you’ll love “Mac OS Ken” and his TDS political rants. If you are here for daily Apple News you are better off listening to “9 to 5 Mac”. A nice brief Podcast giving just the Apple News facts of the day. That’s where I am now. And it only has one short commercial.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pattii
    United States7 months ago
  • Ken Jumped The Shark / Mac OS Dem

    I used to listen to Ken almost daily. But since he has decided that we all need to hear his left-wing rants, I will no longer be listening.

    He had a good, simple podcast before he messed it all up with his rants.

    Yes, I would be saying the same thing if he were a Conservative. I was listening to hear Apple news. There are plenty of other political podcasts to listen to. For that reason, I’m gone.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mickenhaufer
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Longtime fans value consistency and in-depth Apple-focused analysis, even amid occasional controversial takes.
Some criticize politics slipping into tech coverage, wishing for more pure Apple news.
Many appreciate independent, non-corporate perspective and long-running coverage.
Listeners praise the host's knowledge and humor, calling the show a reliable daily Apple update.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#102
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Apple Podcasts
#179
Canada/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#194
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#183
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#63
Philippines/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#101
New Zealand/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Changes in Apple Podcasts and the State of Podcasting with Rob Walch - MOSK: 02.23.2026
Q: Does AI-generated content pose a threat to traditional podcasters?
While AI-generated content may compete in some spaces, it lacks the personality and unique voices that define quality podcasting.
Changes in Apple Podcasts and the State of Podcasting with Rob Walch - MOSK: 02.23.2026
Q: What is the current state of podcasting according to Rob Walch?
There are more listeners than ever, but the number of active podcasts has remained flat, indicating a balance between new shows and those that have stopped producing.
Changes in Apple Podcasts and the State of Podcasting with Rob Walch - MOSK: 02.23.2026
Q: What is different about what Apple announced this week regarding podcasts?
Apple is now supporting HLS video for podcasts, allowing for seamless transitions between video and audio formats.
Recapping Apple Earnings and Reactions - MOSK: 02.02.2026
Q: Are you thinking about increasing market share because of your purchasing power in relation to your competitors?
Cook affirmed that they believe they gained share in iPhone and Mac for the full calendar year.
Recapping Apple Earnings and Reactions - MOSK: 02.02.2026
Q: How did the current memory crunch figure in the guidance?
CEO Cook mentioned that memory had a minimal impact on the quarter but expected a more significant impact in the second quarter.

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Daily tech brief focused on Apple and Apple-related tech, blending timely news, analysis, and commentary with a dry-witty humor style. Episodes cover ongoing legal and policy developments, supply-chain dynamics, pricing and financing debates, enterprise use-cases for new devices, and occasional entertainment/marketing notes tied to Apple products and ecosystem moves. The host's stance and guest mix tend to skew toward industry insiders and analysts, with a strong emphasis on staying up-to-date for enthusiasts and investors. Noteworthy is a long-running, independent voice with a dedicated daily format, a history of steady cadence, and frequent sponsor integration that supports concise, information-dense updates for Apple watchers and tech st... more

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1. Marty Jencius
2. Jeff Gamet
3. Ben Bajarin
4. Ben Beharon
5. Rob Walch
6. Steve Wozniak
7. Ming-Chi Kuo

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