Member newsletter · October 2026 · 8 October edition
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Watch · three recent video picks
Our three picks for Pi readers from the last two weeks, chosen for useful explanations and everyday relevance. This is an editorial selection, not a ranking by YouTube views.
1. iPhone 18 Pro Max: 2 Weeks Later – One Thing Still Isn’t RightMatthew Moniz · Published 3 October 2026A useful follow-up after the launch excitement: Moniz revisits battery life, everyday speed, camera controls and reported problems after two weeks with the phone. He praises its endurance but remains unconvinced by Siri AI’s consistency. Start here if you want a practical upgrade discussion rather than another specification tour.Watch on YouTube
2. 10 New Features Of the Photos App In iOS 27 To Check OutMacMost · Gary Rosenzweig · Published 6 October 2026Gary walks through ways to organise and edit your photo library, including ratings, keyword tags and saving a still frame from a video. He also demonstrates the AI editing tools on compatible devices. Pick one technique to try on a few photos before tackling your whole collection.Watch on YouTube
3. How To Tame Liquid Glass On Your Mac In macOS Golden GateMacMost · Gary Rosenzweig · Published 7 October 2026If the new Mac appearance makes controls harder to see, this tutorial offers adjustments to transparency, contrast and the menu bar, alongside the Liquid Glass slider. It’s a helpful watch for members who want a calmer display or clearer controls—and a good starting point for an accessibility discussion.Watch on YouTubeRead · new books from Apple insiders
Two recent or forthcoming releases from people who helped shape Apple. Publication dates below are from the UK publishers; editions and availability can vary by country.
Shop Different: How Retail Revealed Apple’s Genius
Ron Johnson, with Zander Nethercutt
Released 24 September 2026The former Apple retail leader recounts how he and Steve Jobs developed the Apple Store, and why service and human connection mattered to the experience. This is a timely read for anyone interested in the people behind Apple’s success—and for members who remember their first visit to an Apple Store.
It Just Works
Neil West
Coming 15 October 2026 · available to pre-orderApple veteran Neil West explores how simplicity shapes products, communication and decisions. His nine rules turn that idea into practical guidance for working with less friction. A promising choice for anyone who enjoys Apple’s design philosophy and wants to apply some of it beyond their devices.