The Dalrymple Report

Is the MacBook Neo really that good? After a week of thinking and reading about the Neo, Dave and I give our thoughts on Apple's newest product. We look at all of the reviews and the use cases for the Neo and compare it to how we use our current systems.
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Show Notes:
50 Years of Thinking Different

Rising laptop prices likely to further boost MacBook Neo sales

Asus Co-CEO: MacBook Neo Is a 'Shock' to the PC Industry

Gruber's MacBook Neo review

MacBook Neo teardown

MacBook Neo's two USB C ports

Apple reveals MacBook Neo battery cycle limit

Find your Mac's cycle count limit

The MacBook Neo doesn't officially support fast charging, but a beefier charger helps

John Ternus interview on Apple MacBook Neo

Shows and movies we're watching
Tehran, Apple TV
Survivor, Paramount +
Scrubs, Hulu, same cast, just older

This show is all about the hardware Apple released this week and what a week it was. MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, Studio Display, iPad Air, and the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. A crazy week for Apple's hardware team.
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Show Notes:
Apple accelerates U.S. manufacturing with Mac mini production

Apple unveils new Studio Display and all-new Studio Display XDR

New Apple Studio Display and Studio Display XDR Don't Work With Intel Macs

Apple introduces iPhone 17e

Side-by-side of the 16, 17, 17e

Difference between 17e and 17

Apple introduces the new iPad Air, powered by M4

Apple introduces MacBook Pro with all-new M5 Pro and M5 Max

With the latest chips, the MacBook Pro now maxes out at $7,349

Apple debuts M5 Pro and M5 Max

Apple introduces the new MacBook Air with M5

Say hello to MacBook Neo

Intro video for the MacBook Neo

MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air

20+ MacBook Neo Compromises

MacBook Neo Features Two Different USB-C Ports

Shows and movies we're watching
Vanished, MGM+
HBO Max and Paramount+ to merge
Big Bang Theory, HBO

Apple has reportedly ramped up production of the Mac mini in the U.S. The powerful Mac mini has become a favorite among many users over the years, including for use in AI in recent years. Another Mac in the news is the MacBook. Besides having a rumored touchscreen display, new MacBooks could also feature a 5G modem, allowing users to connect to the internet without having to to share a connection on their iPhone. Dave and I talk a little about Steve Jobs' birthday and the celebration that was done on the Steve Jobs Archive.
Show Notes:
Apple accelerates U.S. manufacturing with Mac mini production

Apple's next Macs will finally check every box

Steve Jobs Archive celebrates Steve's birthday

Shows and movies we're watching
The Night Of, HBO
Soul Power: The Legend of the American Basketball Association, Amazon
The Night Manager, Amazon

There have been rumors of Apple announcing some new products in the first part of 2026 and it looks like the time has come. The company announced an event for March 4 to unveil some updated products. One of the products Apple is rumored to be released this year is a low-cost MacBook and according to Mark Gurman they will come in a variety of "fun colors." We all know that Apple is working on its AI software, but they are also working on three AI wearable products.
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Show Notes:
Apple announces special event March 4th in NYC

Apple Event on March 4: Here's What to Expect

Gurman: Apple's upcoming low-cost MacBook will come in 'fun colors,' launch next month

Future MacBooks May Hide Your Screen From Strangers

Apple Working on Three AI Wearables: Smart Glasses, AI Pin, and AirPods With Cameras

Apple releases first iOS/macOS/iPadOS 26.4 beta

macOS 26.4 will notify users of Rosetta 2 discontinuation

Shows and movies we're watching
Steal, Amazon Prime
Wonder man, Disney+
Drops of God, Apple TV

Ring had an amazing ad during the Super Bowl that will use its camera network to help find lost dogs. Sounds great, but Dave has a warning about the new service. The Olympics started and Dave and I have been watching all kinds of different sports. It looks like some of the best features of Siri have once again slipped and will not be introduced when Apple said they would.
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Show Notes:
Super Bowl ad for Ring's dog-tracking cameras stirs privacy controversy

The medal count

F.A.A. Halts All Flights at El Paso Airport for 10 Days

Update Your Apple Home App Immediately to Avoid Issues

Gurman: New Apple products

Gurman: Siri delayed again

Why You Shouldn't Buy the Next MacBook Pro

AirPods cameras

Shows and movies we're watching
Quicksand, Netflix
Shrinking, Apple TV
Wonder man, Disney+