Financial analyst, media personality, and Apple shareholder Rob Black joins host Ken Ray to talk investing angles on Apple. How’s Apple Vision Pro doing? What should one make of Apple TV+? What – if anything – could Apple do to scare investors? Rob brings a wealth of insight to The Mac Observer Show.
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All Ashore That's Going Ashore
Doubt around the headset, a wish for corporate marriage, and make way for “Big Beasts.” That’s the final installment of the Observation Deck.
But Before We Go... - TMO Daily Observations 2023-03-31
The current incarnation of The Daily Observations Podcast is coming to an end. But there is still a show to do! TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk about rumors that Apple’s mixed reality headset is being delayed. Plus – Needham analyst Laura Martin thinks Apple and Disney should merge. It’s been fun.
Super-Apps and Dreamlight Valley - TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-08
TMO writer Nick deCourville brings us two tales of fantasy: The Disney video game Dreamlight Valley is headed to the Mac, and Microsoft is considering a super-app. One of these exposes a few levels of nerd for Ken.
'Disney Dreamlight Valley' Arrives for Apple Mac Sillicon Users
“Disney Dreamlight Valley” is now offering early access to the game for Apple Mac Sillicon users when they purchase the “Founder’s Pack”.
Foxconn Recruitment Efforts, Musk Declares War and a Mélange of Other Apple Tales
The latest recruitment news from iPhone City, Elon Musk takes swipes at Apple, and two tales of retail. That’s today’s view from the Observation Deck.
Captains of Industry - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-29
Elon Musk has decided to pick a fight with Apple. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts and Ken talk over the Twitter Owner and CEO’s trollish behavior. Plus – Disney CEO Bob Iger addresses talk of Apple acquiring Disney, and Tim Cook’s post-Thanksgiving visit with victims of the Hingham Apple Store crash.
Stirring the Disney/Apple M&A Stew
The tragedy in Hingham may have been an accident, Best Buy warns of too few iPhone 14 Pros, and somebody still wants Apple to buy Disney…
Noise Around Various Voice Assistants - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-23
News on the Hingham Apple Store tragedy, stirring the Apple/Disney M&A stew, and the noise around various voice assistants – we’re wrapping a holiday shortened week with TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts. Happy Thanksgiving, one and all.
What a Week Monday Was - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-22
Bad news and interesting topics to tackle Tuesday. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to discuss a tragedy at a Boston-area Apple Store, whether Apple can keep outperforming the markets, processors coming out of the Arizona desert, and Bob Iger’s return as CEO of Disney.
Bob Iger to Return as Disney CEO as Bob Chapek Immediately Steps Down
Reports indicate that former CEO Bob Iger is returning to Disney as current CEO Bob Chapek has announced he is immediately stepping-down.
Two Takes on Apple Shares and Eyeing the Twitter Situation
Foxconn struggles with space issues, Barron’s offers two takes on Apple stock, and what the heck’s going on with Twitter? All that and more from today’s Observation Deck view.
Apple Buying the Happiest Place on Earth Resurfaces, and Updating Our Updates On Apple's Updates
Foxconn works to get back to normal, updates and updates on updates, and an icky piece of Apple history hits the auction block.
A Shorter AirDrop and the Happiest Merger on Earth - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-11
China’s new AirDrop limit may go global in 2023. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to discuss that. Plus, rumor has people inside Disney hoping that Apple will try to buy Disney. Ken and Jeff kick the idea around.
Visitor to Disney World Claims $40,000 in Fraudulent Credit Card Charges after Losing Apple Watch
A visitor to Disney World claims someone made $40,000 in fraudulent purchases with her credit card after losing her Apple Watch on a ride.
Star Wars Future Unveiled by Disney
As we wait for “Obi-Wan Kenobi” to debut, Disney and Lucafilm have offered insight into even more of the future of the Star Wars franchise.
Disney Mirrorverse is Coming to iOS, Pre-Register Now To Get Game Bonuses
Disney announced its new mobile game called Disney Mirrorverse featuring characters defending an alternate Disney Universe.
Hulu Raises Prices for On-Demand Plans by a Dollar
Disney is raising the prices of on-demand Hulu plans by US$1.00 to push subscribers to its Disney Bundle and Live TV packages.
Disney MagicMobile Lets You Check in With iPhone, Apple Watch
A new Disney MagicMobile service lets guests at Walt Disney World Resort to check into theme parks with their iPhone or Apple Watch.
Disney Parks Launching MagicMobile on Apple Devices
Disney Parks announced Thursday that there will soon be a new way to access the theme parks. Called MagicMobile, it will rollout on Apple devices first.
Launching in phases starting later this year, Disney MagicMobile service is a convenient and contactless way to access MagicBand features like theme park entry through the power of your iPhone, Apple Watch or other smart device. Guests will be able to create a Disney MagicMobile pass through the My Disney Experience app and add it to their smart device’s digital wallet. It works like magic – most features will be available by just holding up your smart device near an access point, just like you do with a MagicBand. Disney MagicMobile service and its features will roll out first on Apple devices.
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New Disney Parks Holiday Playlist Streams on Apple Music
Disney is curating a brand new holiday playlist for this year on Apple Music. It includes songs from Frozen and other beloved shows.
Apple Music has a New Disney Section for Songs
Disney Music Group has launched a dedicated section on Apple Music with over 30 playlists, soundtracks, radio stations, and more.
No, Apple Isn’t Going to Buy Disney
Disney stock is dropping and analysts like Bernie McTernan from Rosenblatt Securities think that tech giants like Apple should consider buying it.
We believe those with long-time horizons, like mega-cap companies with large cash balances and whose equity outperformed Disney over the last three weeks, like Apple, could take advantage of the volatility. The upside from acquiring Disney would be securing their content/streaming strategy and potential synergies from adding the emerging Disney ecosystem to the iOS platform.
Apple could also look into buying a private island, renaming it Island+, and forming its own country. I don’t know about you but sign me up for a squircle-shaped house.
Verizon Offers Free Year of Disney+
Verizon is giving new and existing customers a free year of Disney+ which will launch on November 12 for $6.99/month.