According to 9to5Mac’s Happy Hour podcast, Tesla is reportedly planning to add CarPlay support to its vehicles, which would be a major shift for the electric car maker. Tim Cook’s retirement announcement could come as early as 2026, suggesting Apple’s leadership transition might happen sooner than many expected. Apple is already responding to user feedback in iPadOS 26.2 beta 3 with improvements to the controversial multitasking changes. Starting next season, MLS will become part of the base Apple TV+ subscription rather than requiring a separate purchase. The hosts also discussed whether Apple should stop selling the Mac Pro in their Happy Hour Plus segment.
Tesla Finally Caves on CarPlay?
This Tesla CarPlay rumor is huge if true. For years, Elon Musk has resisted adding CarPlay, insisting Tesla’s own interface was superior. But here’s the thing – customers have been begging for it. Tesla owners literally run aftermarket solutions to get CarPlay working. So why the change of heart now? Maybe Tesla’s realizing that stubbornness isn’t worth alienating potential buyers who are deeply embedded in Apple’s ecosystem. This could be a smart move as competition in the EV space heats up.
Tim Cook’s Potential 2026 Exit
Early 2026 for Cook’s retirement feels… soon. He’s been CEO since 2011, and honestly, Apple’s been printing money under his watch. The company hit that $3 trillion market cap milestone. But think about it – by 2026, he’ll have been at the helm for 15 years. That’s a solid run. The real question is who comes next. Cook was the operations guy who stepped into Jobs’ visionary shoes. Does Apple need another operations master, or are they looking for someone who can define the next decade like VR/AR or whatever comes after the iPhone?
iPadOS Actually Listening to Feedback
iPadOS 26.2 beta 3 already getting Slide Over improvements is encouraging. Remember when Apple introduced Stage Manager and everyone hated it? They actually fixed a lot of those issues over time. Now they’re being more responsive with these multitasking changes. Basically, Apple’s learning that iPad power users are vocal about their workflow disruptions. Quick iteration on beta feedback suggests they want to get this right before the final release. Good move, honestly.
MLS Joins Base Apple TV+
Making MLS part of the base Apple TV+ subscription is interesting. Apple paid $2.5 billion for those streaming rights, and initially they made it a separate purchase. Now they’re bundling it. Is this about boosting subscriber numbers? Making the service stickier? Or maybe they’ve realized that sports is the ultimate retention tool. Either way, if you’re an Apple TV+ subscriber who likes soccer, this is a nice bonus. Check out the full discussion on 9to5Mac Happy Hour or follow the hosts at Chance Miller on Bluesky and Benjamin Mayo on Twitter.
