Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
GarageBand Weekly is a LIVE show all about GarageBand iPad, GarageBand iPhone and GarageBand Mac, hosted by Pete Johns from Studio Live Today.
🎹 GarageBand iOS FAQ - studiolivetoday.com/garageband
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📚 GarageBand Resources:
GarageBand FAQ - studiolivetoday.com/garageband
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📰 News & Notes:
🍏 iOS 27 Adds “Create a Pass” to Apple Wallet
Apple is adding a Create a Pass feature directly inside the Wallet app
Users can scan QR codes or manually create passes for events, memberships and more
Includes custom images, colours and key info fields
Pushes Wallet further toward becoming an all-in-one digital organiser
Source: macrumors.com/2026/05/04/ios-27-custom-wallet-passes
💻 MacBook Neo vs iPad: Apple’s Budget Laptop Play
The new $599 MacBook Neo is positioned as Apple’s entry-level laptop
Once you add a keyboard, iPad setups can cost the same (or more)
macOS still offers a more traditional and flexible workflow
Apple is clearly separating “tablet” vs “real laptop” use cases again
Source: forbes.com/sites/ewanspence/2026/05/03/apple-macbook-neo-ipad-pro-magic-keyboard-display-size-price-comparison/?streamIndex=0
🌈 Apple Releases 2026 Pride Edition Band
Apple has launched its 2026 Pride Edition Sport Loop for Apple Watch
Features a woven rainbow design with 11 colours
Priced at $49 USD with multiple size options
Also includes a new Pride Luminance watch face and wallpapers
Source: macrumors.com/2026/05/04/apple-just-released-a-new-accessory
🤖 AI Music Platform Suno Targets $5 Billion Valuation
AI music company Suno is reportedly seeking funding at a $5B valuation
Up from ~$2.45B in its last funding round
Highlights strong investor confidence in AI music tools
Comes amid ongoing copyright battles with the music industry
Source: forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2026/05/04/ai-music-generator-suno-eyes-5-billion-valuation-after-latest-funding-round
🎵 YouTube Adds AI Tool to Fix Copyright Claims
New “Create” option lets creators replace claimed music using AI
Generates royalty-free instrumental tracks automatically
Helps keep videos live without muting or manual edits
Currently limited to US desktop users, with wider rollout expected
Source: musicbusinessworldwide.com/youtube-creators-hit-by-music-copyright-claims-can-now-replace-tracks-with-ai-at-the-touch-of-a-button
🖥️ Retro Dock Turns Mac Mini into a Tiny Classic Mac
New dock gives the Mac mini a retro Macintosh-style look
Adds a 5-inch display, extra ports and optional storage
Starts at $169.99, with a higher-end Thunderbolt version available
A fun mix of nostalgia and practical expansion
Source: techspot.com/news/112279-170-retro-style-dock-gives-mac-mini-tiny.html
🎹 Feature topic:
Chords
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GarageBand Essentials Playlist - youtube.com/watch?v=j0M3wnjaKIo&list=PLc8Xg_23Wa55IUY55fNYokmyKf9GN1EH3
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GarageBand Weekly is a LIVE show all about GarageBand iPad, GarageBand iPhone and GarageBand Mac, hosted by Pete Johns from Studio Live Today.
🎹 GarageBand iOS FAQ - studiolivetoday.com/garageband
🪪 Become a channel member - studiolivetoday.com/member
📚 GarageBand Resources:
GarageBand FAQ - studiolivetoday.com/garageband
GarageBand Users Facebook Group - studiolivetoday.com/gbu
📰 News & Notes:
🍏 iOS 27 Adds “Create a Pass” to Apple Wallet
Apple is adding a Create a Pass feature directly inside the Wallet app
Users can scan QR codes or manually create passes for events, memberships and more
Includes custom images, colours and key info fields
Pushes Wallet further toward becoming an all-in-one digital organiser
Source: macrumors.com/2026/05/04/ios-27-custom-wallet-passes
💻 MacBook Neo vs iPad: Apple’s Budget Laptop Play
The new $599 MacBook Neo is positioned as Apple’s entry-level laptop
Once you add a keyboard, iPad setups can cost the same (or more)
macOS still offers a more traditional and flexible workflow
Apple is clearly separating “tablet” vs “real laptop” use cases again
Source: forbes.com/sites/ewanspence/2026/05/03/apple-macbook-neo-ipad-pro-magic-keyboard-display-size-price-comparison/?streamIndex=0
🌈 Apple Releases 2026 Pride Edition Band
Apple has launched its 2026 Pride Edition Sport Loop for Apple Watch
Features a woven rainbow design with 11 colours
Priced at $49 USD with multiple size options
Also includes a new Pride Luminance watch face and wallpapers
Source: macrumors.com/2026/05/04/apple-just-released-a-new-accessory
🤖 AI Music Platform Suno Targets $5 Billion Valuation
AI music company Suno is reportedly seeking funding at a $5B valuation
Up from ~$2.45B in its last funding round
Highlights strong investor confidence in AI music tools
Comes amid ongoing copyright battles with the music industry
Source: forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2026/05/04/ai-music-generator-suno-eyes-5-billion-valuation-after-latest-funding-round
🎵 YouTube Adds AI Tool to Fix Copyright Claims
New “Create” option lets creators replace claimed music using AI
Generates royalty-free instrumental tracks automatically
Helps keep videos live without muting or manual edits
Currently limited to US desktop users, with wider rollout expected
Source: musicbusinessworldwide.com/youtube-creators-hit-by-music-copyright-claims-can-now-replace-tracks-with-ai-at-the-touch-of-a-button
🖥️ Retro Dock Turns Mac Mini into a Tiny Classic Mac
New dock gives the Mac mini a retro Macintosh-style look
Adds a 5-inch display, extra ports and optional storage
Starts at $169.99, with a higher-end Thunderbolt version available
A fun mix of nostalgia and practical expansion
Source: techspot.com/news/112279-170-retro-style-dock-gives-mac-mini-tiny.html
🎹 Feature topic:
Chords
✔️ Support the channel:
Gear: studiolivetoday.com/gear
Patreon: patreon.com/petejohns
Donations: paypal.me/StudioLiveToday
🔔 Subscribe for daily videos about mobile and home recording:youtube.com/c/PeteJohnsMusic
🎞️ Other related videos:
GarageBand Essentials Playlist - youtube.com/watch?v=j0M3wnjaKIo&list=PLc8Xg_23Wa55IUY55fNYokmyKf9GN1EH3
🔉 Recommended Gear:
Studio Live Today Gear Guide - studiolivetoday.com/gear
Note - Links provided in this video description may be affiliate links, meaning that if you choose to purchase products using these links, a small commission may be paid to me for referring you.
✉️ Connect with me:
Email: pete@studiolivetoday.com
Web: studiolivetoday.com
Mailing List: studiolivetoday.com/email
Courses: studiolivetoday.com/courses
Facebook: fb.me/PeteJohnsMusic
Instagram: instagram.com/petejohns
Music: petejohns.com
📢 Resources:
StreamYard - live streaming app - studiolivetoday.com/streamyard
Canva - simple online design - studiolivetoday.com/canva
DistroKid - release you music online - studiolivetoday.com/distrokid
TransferWise - manage foreign money transfers - studiolivetoday.com/transferwise
MasterClass - learn music from the best - studiolivetoday.com/masterclass
Hover - easy, affordable domain names - studiolivetoday.com/hover
#garageband #logicpro
