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9to5Mac Happy Hour
A weekly podcast discussing the latest in Apple and technology. Hosted by 9to5Mac’s Benjamin Mayo and Chance Miller.
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iOS 19 accessibility announcements and more rumored features, CarPlay Ultra finally arrives
Benjamin and Chance react to all the new accessibility features Apple previewed for iOS 19, like Magnifier and vehicle motion cues for Mac. This week also saw the surprise debut of next-gen CarPlay, now called CarPlay Ultra, arriving first in partnership with Aston Martin. We’ve also got some more rumors about some software features to expect at WWDC.
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- This is what happens when the Vision Pro shows up on The Price Is Right.
- Justin Ryan | Redefine Reality
- Apple unveils iOS 19 accessibility features: Magnifier for Mac, App Store labels, more
- CarPlay in iOS 19: Apple previews two new accessibility features
- iOS 18’s best in-car feature is now coming to the Mac too
- Next-gen CarPlay, branded CarPlay Ultra, starts rolling out today
- Here are the automakers committed to supporting CarPlay Ultra
- Top Gear gives us a detailed look at Apple CarPlay Ultra [Video]
- Hands-on: In a world of CarPlay uncertainty, Polestar 2's dual-screen interface shines
- Apple might increase iPhone 17 prices, but not reveal the true reason – WSJ
- macOS 16 to enable clipboard privacy protection
- Gurman: iOS 19 to include new feature to greatly simplify public Wi-Fi experience
- iOS 19 will upgrade iPhone’s battery life using Apple Intelligence: report
- iOS 19 should be ‘less glitchy’ than past updates, per report
- Max is changing its name again, back to ‘HBO Max’
- HBO Max on TikTok
iPhone release schedule shakeup, iPhone 17 Air battery life, 2025 Pride band
Benjamin and Chance talk about all the big Apple news of the week, including Apple’s latest earnings report, the new 2025 Pride band and wallpaper, and several rumors about the upcoming iPhone roadmap. Apple is apparently going to shift some of its phone releases to the spring going forward, and the 17 Air might not have the battery life we originally hoped.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Eddy Cue makes provocative claims about the future of the iPhone in court testimony. We discuss what he meant. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Apple announces new 2025 Apple Watch Pride band, watch face, and wallpaper
- iOS 18.5 release candidate now available with release notes
- Apple reports Q2 2025 earnings with $95.4 billion in revenue
- Apple says Trump import tariffs will increase its costs by $900 million this quarter
- Tim Cook addresses Apple's delay of personalized Siri features
- Apple just appealed the court ruling that forced big App Store change
- Apple pushes to halt App Store overhaul as Epic Games appeal moves forward
- Apple approves Spotify app update with external payment links
- Kindle’s iOS app just made buying books easier than ever on iPhone and iPad
- Epic Games targets Apple with zero-commission plan and App Store workaround
- Apple may transition to a staggered release schedule with iPhone 18 lineup: report
- Apple to shake up iPhone release calendar with base iPhone 18 launch in spring 2027, six months after Pro models
- iPhone 18 Pro will have a curious design choice if this rumor is true
- iPhone 17 Air will revive discontinued Apple accessory to help with important tradeoff
- Kuo: Apple already working on updated iPhone Air model with larger screen
- Apple to add AI search partners to Safari as Google usage falls
- Apple SVP Eddy Cue says ‘you may not need’ iPhone by 2035
- Google contests Eddy Cue's claim that Apple users are searching less
Epic win against Apple, iPhone 17 Air dummy models, iOS 19 rumors
Benjamin and Chance react to the huge developments in the Epic vs. Apple case, with Apple now compelled to allow free rein links out to the web, with no commission. Also this week, we get our best look yet at the super-slim iPhone 17 Air, there are intriguing rumors about iOS 19 and iPadOS 19, and Apple quietly launches a bizarre new microsite on its website.
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- Epic win: Apple forced to give developers (almost) free reign to link out and avoid paying Apple's 30% cut
- Epic Games claims victory as Apple sanctioned for defying court order over App Store rules
- Fortnite will return to the App Store for iPhone and iPad in every country — on one condition
- Apple addresses App Store ruling as Fortnite eyes return
- iPhone 17 Air is stunningly thin compared to iPhone 16 Pro in latest leak
- New video shows iPhone 17 Air thinness hands-on: ‘that feels futuristic’
- New iPhone 17 dummy models provide a better look at whole lineup in two colors
- iPhone 17 Air barely thicker than side buttons in latest design leak
- Rumor: iPhone 17 Pro could launch in Sky Blue
- Rumor: iPadOS 19 will add Mac-like Menu Bar and Stage Manager 2.0
- iOS 19 brings ‘Stage Manager-like’ UI to iPhone with external display, per rumor
- By 2027, Apple to import all iPhones sold in the US from India, rather than China
- Apple's 20th anniversary iPhone redesign may be pretty expensive, here's why
- Apple’s trying to build more iPhones in India, but China isn’t cooperating: report
- Apple launches ‘Snapshot,’ a new way to discover artists, actors, and athletes
10 years of Apple Watch, Siri leadership shakeup, DMA fines
Benjamin and Chance reflect on the history of the Apple Watch on its ten year anniversary. Also, the EU slaps Apple with its first ever fines under the DMA. Rockwell is said to already be making waves with big Siri leadership changes, and Chance appreciates the flexibility of modern Photographic Styles.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin dives into the bizarre UI world of the five-levels-deep iCloud+ settings screen. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Siri’s new boss is already making big internal changes, per report
- Opinion: Apple Watch Series 2 may right enough wrongs to keep it on my wrist
- Comment: Going from a skeptic to an every day user with Apple Watch Series 2
- Rumor: iPhone 17 Pro could launch in Sky Blue
- Apple fined 500 million euros by EU under the Digital Markets Act, forced to make changes to App Store policies
- Commission closes investigation into Apple's user choice obligations and issues preliminary findings on rules for alternative apps under the Digital Markets Act
iPadOS 19 rumors, Tim Cook prioritizes AR glasses, Earth Day Apple Store promo
Benjamin and Chance talk about the news and rumors of the week, including a report that iPadOS 19 will gain Mac-like productivity and multitasking features, the claim that Tim Cook is laser focused on beating Meta to AR glasses, and there’s profiles about some of the internal management dysfunction in the AI groups. Also, Apple has kicked off a rare sales promo at its stores in celebration of Earth Day.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin used public EV charging for the first time this past weekend, and hit a rather unfortunate snag. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Apple launches 10% discount on 16+ products when you recycle old tech
- Report: iPadOS 19 to be 'more like macOS' in major overhaul
- Not an iPad Pro Review: Why iPadOS Still Doesn't Get the Basics Right - MacStories
- Tim Cook is dead set on beating Meta to 'industry-leading' AR glasses: report
- Apple reportedly planning 'lighter and cheaper' refresh for Vision Pro, more
- Apple Vision ‘Air’ will use titanium to cut weight and come in black, per leak [U]
- This is how Apple’s big Siri shake-up happened, per report
- Craig Federighi’s leadership has already resulted in this major Siri pivot, per report
- Tim Cook approved big AI investment in 2023, but Luca Maestri slashed it: NYT
- New Siri features in iOS 19 are coming sooner than we thought, per NYT
- Apple details on-device Apple Intelligence training system using user data
Latest iOS 19 leaks, ‘bold’ iPhone design changes, Apple tariffs response
Benjamin and Chance react to the unfolding trade tariffs and Apple’s uncharacteristically silent stance on matters. Also, there’s a bunch of new purported renders of iOS 19 design changes, and Apple is said to be working on bold new iPhone designs for next year’s 20th anniversary. Also, Chance comes away super impressed with the new Vision Pro Yankee Stadium tour.
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- Apple is racing to fly planes of iPhones into the US ahead of Trump’s tariffs
- Trump enacts 90-day pause for most tariffs, but raises China’s to 125%
- Report: Apple planning 'bold' new 20th anniversary design for iPhone 19 Pro
- Gurman: iPhone 17 Pro won't feature 'particularly bold' new design
- Latest iOS 19 leak shows new icons, floating bars, more
- iPhone 17 leak reveals Pro models will get exclusive new Camera app feature
- Following demo at iPhone 11 event, FiLMiC multi-cam recording now available as new 'DoubleTake' app
- Apple smart home hub launch might be delayed until 2026: report
iOS 18.4 features, AI Health service rumors, Apple Card drama
Benjamin and Chance start with a catch-up on changes to Friday Night Baseball, before diving into the software updates of the week, with the launch of iOS 18.4 and the first iOS 18.5 beta launching. Also, thoughts on Apple’s rumored AI Health service plans, and the latest on finding a new partner for the Apple Card.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin embarks on a mission to convert baby videos from old camcorder tapes, to digital files. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- iOS 18.4 now available: Here's what's new
- Apple releases first iOS 18.5 beta
- iOS 18.5 makes it easier to get the old Apple Mail design back
- Apple reportedly wants to 'replicate' your doctor next year with new Project Mulberry
- WSJ: Visa and Amex both vying to take over Apple Card
- VHS and Camcorder USB Video Capture Kit for Mac
WWDC 2025 announced, Siri leadership changes, surprise AirPods Max update
Benjamin and Chance get excited for iOS 19, off the back of WWDC 2025 being officially announced this week. Also, Siri fallout continues with newly announced leadership changes, with Vision Pro lead Mike Rockwell taking over the voice assistant. We debate whether that’s a good thing. Also, AirPods Max gets a software update out-of-the-blue, and Bloomberg reports Apple is considering adding a camera to the Apple Watch.
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- Apple announces WWDC 2025: iOS 19 and more coming soon
- iOS 19: Apple's big plans for a 'glassy' new design overhaul
- iOS 19 leak shows what the new interface will look like
- Apple puts Vision Pro creator in charge of Siri as Apple Intelligence rollout falters
- Apple announces AirPods Max update with lossless audio support
- Gurman: Future Apple Watch models may include cameras, as part of AI push
- Apple TV+ is losing $1 billion every year, per report
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Live translation on AirPods, encrypted RCS, EU enforces interoperability for iOS 19
Benjamin and Chance react to the biggest stories of the week, including Apple's commitment to support encrypted RCS, the rumored launch of a new live translation feature for AirPods, and the ongoing fallout of the Siri feature delays. Apple is also forced to add a variety of APIs to let third-party devices access iOS notifications and other system features, thanks to the latest EU decree.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance rocks out to Metallica in the Vision Pro, and Apple finally announces Ted Lasso season four. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging on iPhone coming in future software update
- Apple will introduce a number of texting upgrades in iOS 19, here's what's coming
- Apple says EU interoperability requirements enable unfettered access to the iPhone, risks customer security and privacy
- EU orders Apple to open up access to iOS notifications, allow alternatives to AirDrop and AirPlay on the iPhone
- Apple working on live translation feature for AirPods with iOS 19
- Apple exec slams ‘ugly and embarrassing’ Siri delays in all-hands meeting
- Apple announces new immersive concert experience for Apple Vision Pro
- Report: Apple considered removing USB-C port from iPhone 17 Air, more
- EU confirms Apple can make a portless iPhone without USB-C
- Apple officially announces Ted Lasso season 4
- Poll: Do you want a thinner iPhone 7 at the expense of the 3.5mm headphone jack?
AI Siri features delayed indefinitely, iOS 19 redesign rumors, foldable iPhone in 2026
Benjamin and Chance react to the disappointing news that Apple officially delayed the ambitious AI Siri features indefinitely, and what the ramifications are on Apple’s product line in the near term. Meanwhile, Bloomberg reports Apple is preparing the biggest redesign to iOS since iOS 7, and Kuo has some details about Apple’s first foldable iPhone coming in 2026.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance experiments with Benjamin’s external monitor arrangement, and we discuss the popularity of Safari’s “Compact” tab layout option. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Apple officially delays its 'more personalized' version of Siri
- Bloomberg: Apple could have to scrap new Siri AI features and start over
- Apple pulls iPhone 16 ad over Apple Intelligence mishap
- Apple adds new disclaimer on its website advertising delayed AI Siri features
- Kuo: ‘HomePad’ delayed to post-WWDC to ensure iOS 19 design consistency
- Gurman: Apple smart home hub 'postponed', employees participating in at-home testing
- iOS 19 to bring an all-new design to your iPhone
- New Mac Studio reviews: M4 Max and M3 Ultra make for the most powerful Mac ever
- Apple's first foldable iPhone may feature crease-free display, but lacks Face ID and costs more than $2000
- Gurman: Foldable iPhone and ‘another new iPhone design’ coming in 2026
New MacBook Air, iPad Air, and Mac Studio launches
Benjamin and Chance recap the newly announced lineup of iPads and Macs. The new iPad Air and base iPad offer even better value for money, while Apple pushes the performance edge with the surprising launch of the M3 Ultra in the Mac Studio, and makes the best MacBook yet with the new M4 MacBook Air. Also, iOS 18.4 beta 2 brings even more new features to discuss.
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- iOS 18.4 beta 2: Here's everything new
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- iOS 18.4 beta 2 includes seven new emoji
- iOS 18.4 brings RCS messaging to some of the last big carrier holdouts
- iOS 18.4 will address a frustrating CarPlay limitation
- iOS 18.4 upgrades the App Store with these two new features
- Apple unveils new iPad Air, here's what you need to know
- New Magic Keyboard launches for iPad Air with lower price, feature upgrades
- Apple updates base iPad with A16 chip and twice the storage
- Apple unveils M4 MacBook Air in new color and cheaper starting price
- Apple launches M3 Ultra chip with support for up to 512GB memory
- Apple launches new Mac Studio, here's everything new
- With M4 chips, Apple hints at making a key change for the first time
iOS 18.4 beta features, Apple Vision Pro updates, iPhone 16e reviews
Benjamin and Chance wrap up the iPhone 16e reviews that dropped this week, and bemoan the UK forcing Apple to remove Advanced Data Protection in the region, before turning their attention to the fun news of the week that is the new beta season. iOS 18.4 and visionOS 2.4 include a bunch of features, from new Apple Intelligence updates to an entirely Food section in News+.
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- Apple is removing iCloud end-to-encryption features from the UK after government compelled it to add backdoors
- Everything you need to know about Apple's changes to encryption in the UK
- iPhone 16e reviews: battery life, C1 chip, compromises, and price
- First lab tests show new Apple modem in iPhone 16e is comparable to iPhone 16 speeds, but much more efficient
- Apple denies rumor that C1 is responsible for MagSafe removal on iPhone 16e
- Testing confirms MagSafe doesn’t interfere with Apple’s C1 modem in iPhone 16e
- iOS 18.4 beta 1: Here's everything new
- iOS 18.4 beta 1 - 50 new changes and features [Video]
- iOS 18.4 adds new 'Food' section to Apple News+ with curated recipes in a clutter-free design
- New 'Home' device category mentioned in iOS 18.4 beta code
- iOS 18.4 enables Priority Notifications, a new Apple Intelligence feature
- iOS 18.4 beta 1 adds new Image Playground style with Apple Intelligence
- Apple just fixed one of CarPlay's biggest usability issues
- iOS 18.4 Home app adds support for Matter robot vacuums
- Apple to add proximity pairing to the Mac with macOS 15.4
- Your Apple Vision Pro is getting a lot better with visionOS 2.4
- Apple TV+ announces Bono documentary, the first feature-length Apple Immersive film for Apple Vision Pro
Apple unveils iPhone 16e, new Studio Display rumors, Siri delays
Benjamin and Chance discuss the newly announced iPhone 16e, some peculiarities in feature omissions, and exactly what market a lower-cost iPhone actually serves. There’s also exciting new rumors about a second-generation Studio Display, and more doubts about whether Apple will be able to deliver Siri intelligence features in the short-term.
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- Apple debuts iPhone 16e: A powerful new member of the iPhone 16 family
- iPhone 16e vs iPhone 14
- Apple launches new iPhone 16e: Here's everything you need to know
- iPhone 16e has a binned A18 chip – but what does that mean?
- iPhone 16e camera lacks latest-generation Photographic Styles
- Apple reportedly launching refreshed Studio Display 'by 2026'
- Apple may finally be updating the Mac display that it finally released in 2022
- Rumor: Apple developing 90Hz display tech for iPad Air, Studio Display, and iMac
- Gurman: Apple 'exploring' search advertising in Apple Maps
- Siri with promised Apple Intelligence upgrades may not be fully ready until iOS 18.5
- Netflix shows start appearing in Apple TV app unified Watchlist
- Netflix confirms it didn't mean to support that Apple TV feature everyone has wanted for years
- Apple says Severance has become its most popular show ever, overtaking Ted Lasso
Powerbeats Pro 2 hands-on review, Android Apple TV app launches
Benjamin and Chance talk about the long-awaited launch of the Apple TV app on Android, Apple partners with Alibaba for AI in China, and Apple adds a better-late-than-never feature for merging Apple Accounts. Also, Chance kicks off the show with a hands-on review of the brand new Powerbeats Pro, with heart rate monitoring.
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- Follow-up from Steve Troughton-Smith
- Review: Powerbeats Pro 2 tick all the boxes with heart rate monitoring, slimmer design, H2 chip, more
- The Apple TV app is now available on Android: watch Apple TV+ and MLS Season Pass
- Hands-on: Apple TV finally comes to Android phones, tablets
- Alibaba chairman officially announces Apple partnership to bring iPhone AI to China
- Report: Apple strikes deal to bring AI to China, rejects DeepSeek option
- iPhone 16 sees stronger sales than iPhone 15—thanks to Apple Intelligence?
- Apple now lets users migrate purchases between Apple Accounts
- Here’s why Tim Cook says not to worry about huge iPhone miss in China
- These Apple product announcements coming across next few weeks
- (AFTER we recorded the episode): Apple teases special product launch coming February 19
Apple Invites app launches, AltStore drama, Apple AR hardware roadmap flounders
Benjamin and Chance review the newly-launched Apple Invites app and despite how well made the app is, debate whether anyone will actually use it. Also, AltStore makes headlines about hosting the first ‘Apple approved’ NSFW app, Apple reportedly cancels another AR hardware initiative and TikTok spreads fake news about the iOS 18.3 support for T-Mobile Starlink service.
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- Here's how Apple Invites work on Android [Gallery]
- Apple responds after being forced to approve porn app on EU iPhones due to DMA [U]
- Apple gives up on device-connected smart glasses project, here's how it would have worked
- No, Apple didn't just 'install' Elon Musk's Starlink on everyone's iPhone
- M5 chip enters mass production, ready for MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, Vision Pro
- The real problem with next-generation CarPlay
New Unity Apple Watch band, upcoming iOS features, Apple AI focus
Benjamin and Chance review the 2025 Apple Unity watch band, watch face and wallpaper. They talk about some compelling leaked iOS features currently in internal testing, and Apple reportedly redoubles its AI efforts. Also, T-Mobile and Starlink launch a seemingly better satellite connectivity offering, than Apple’s in-built SOS feature.
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- iOS 18.3 includes Starlink satellite connectivity for select iPhone users
- iOS Decoded: Visual Intelligence Control Center shortcut, and more
- Gurman: Apple taps new boss to help Siri and Apple Intelligence catch up with AI competition
- Apple Sports now includes broadcast info for where to watch national games
- Pebble reviving e-ink smartwatch with iPhone support, touting 16K custom watch faces to Apple’s zero
iOS 18.3 notification summary changes, iPhone 17 design rumors, iOS 19 Camera app
Benjamin and Chance give their thoughts on Apple’s attempts to placate the BBC’s complaints about notification summaries with iOS 18.3. Also, the rumored iPhone 17 Air design has a divisive camera bar on the back, and this week also saw an intriguing leak showing apparent design changes for the iOS 19 Camera app.
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- iOS 18.3 automatically enables Apple Intelligence for users, requires opt-out to disable
- iPhone 17 Air leak showcases large 'camera bar' design
- Seeming confirmation of an M3 iPad Air expected early this year
- Leaked image reveals new iPhone SE may feature Dynamic Island
- iOS 19 rumored to bring completely redesigned Camera app
Apple 2025 hardware, Zuckerberg attacks Apple, iOS 18.3 beta
Benjamin and Chance react to Mark Zuckerberg’s recent comments about Apple having not done anything good recently … as we also look forward to everything Apple is set to announce this year. Apple gets in hot water about ‘Enhanced Visual Search’, and the iOS 18.3 beta cycle continues, if a little bare.
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- Facebook says Apple has restored its access to enterprise certificates, bringing internal apps back online
- iOS 18.3 beta 2 fixes key Calculator issue introduced last fall
- How Enhanced Visual Search on iPhone upgrades the Photos app and protects your privacy
- Apple 2025 Plans: iPhone 17, Smart Home Hub, iOS 19, AI, Apple Watch, iPads, M5 - Bloomberg
Apple AI notification summaries and Siri privacy fallout, LG 6K display ‘announced’
Benjamin and Chance talk about the current ongoing controversies with Apple Intelligence notification summaries and the reaction to the settlement of the Siri privacy lawsuit, and how Apple is managing the negative PR. LG announces a new 6K display, but does it actually exist? And Benjamin is thrilled to hear that Apple News+ Puzzles may finally be coming to the UK.
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- Apple urged to withdraw 'out of control' AI news alerts
- Apple will pay $95 million to settle Siri privacy lawsuit, and you might get a cut [Update]
- Apple says Siri data has ‘never been used’ for marketing profiles or ‘sold to anyone for any purpose’
- Apple goes in-depth on its commitment to Siri privacy
- Report: Apple News app may finally expand to more countries
- LG teases upcoming LG UltraFine 6K Display with Thunderbolt 5
- HomeKit compatibility now easier to achieve as Apple accepts Matter certification
Apple smart doorbell, next-gen CarPlay MIA, TV+ weekend promo
Benjamin and Chance kick off the new year with a catch-up on Apple missing its deadline for next-gen CarPlay to be released in an actual vehicle, and assess the response to picking the Vision Pro as 9to5Mac’s Product of the Year. There’s also rumors of an Apple-branded smart doorbell to discuss, and TV+ tries a new marketing gimmick with a free weekend promotion.
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2024 Apple hardware: year in review
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Benjamin and Chance reflect on Apple’s 2024 products, focused on all the product announcements from the past twelve months. From the lows of AirPods Max to the highs of M4 iPad Pro, and the mixed reception to Apple Vision Pro. We break it all down in our last episode of the year.
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Foldable iPads, Apple Intelligence blowback, new Apple Music Radio stations
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Benjamin and Chance react to the recent controversy around AI notification summaries, and how Apple could improve the situation. Also, Benjamin is frustrated with the lack of Apple Music Radio improvements, and the pair discuss the latest rumors about the company’s foldable plans.
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- Apple Intelligence summary feature should be banned after Luigi Mangione error, says RSF
- Apple Music expands live, hosted radio with three new stations
- Carpool Karaoke makes Apple TV+ return with hour-long Christmas special
- Apple’s launching three new Home products next year, here’s what’s coming
- Gurman: New Apple TV and HomePod mini on track for 2025 release, will use Apple networking chip
- Apple reportedly releasing foldable iPad in 2028, potentially running macOS apps
- WSJ: iPhone 17 Air to be cheaper than expected; foldable iPhone on track for 2026
- Report: Apple designing all new Magic Mouse, fixing charge port placement
Apple modem roadmap, Apple Watch satellite connectivity, OLED MacBook Pro
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Benjamin and Chance discuss why Apple is so keen on ditching Qualcomm and using its own modems in the iPhone, why the natural progression for the Apple Watch Ultra is satellite connectivity and get excited over rumors that the upcoming OLED MacBook Pro will replace the notch with a hole-punch cutout screen design. Also, Apple is rumored to be partnering with Sony to bring VR controller support to Vision Pro.
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- Bloomberg: Apple 'investigating' bringing cellular to the Mac for the first time
- Apple is reportedly exploring cellular connectivity for Vision Pro, and that's a great thing
- Apple Watch Ultra 3 may get a new lifesaving feature
- Apple Watch on track to upgrade from LTE to 5G with rumored modem switch
- Rumor: OLED MacBook Pro without a notch coming in 2026
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Vision Pro stadiums, ‘Heartstrings’ ad, and holiday tech support
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Benjamin and Chance reflect on their tech support anecdotes during Thanksgiving, and also praise the new Apple ‘Heartstrings’ holiday ad. Meanwhile, Apple quietly dropped a few little features on the floor as we await the iOS 18.2 release candidate. In other news, Apple is rumored to be negotiating for rights to stream immersive content from the seat of a football stadium, in its latest Vision Pro content efforts.
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- Apple delays HomeKit support for robot vacuum cleaners to 2025
- Another carmaker says it's committed to supporting CarPlay, at least for 'right now'
- Software issues delay HomePod with display until late 2025 – Kuo
- Apple in talks to upgrade a sports stadium for live Vision Pro immersive video
iPhone 17 details, smarter Siri roadmap, Apple Black Friday
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Benjamin and Chance debate the appeal of the iPhone 17 Air as more details about the redesigned phone leak out. And Siri is set for more LLM-powered updates, but maybe not until spring 2026. Is that too late for Apple to ever catch up to the state of the art?
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin gives his opinion on all the Apple Intelligence features available so far, and Chance is impressed by the nano-texture display on the new MacBook Pro. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Apple TV set rumors resurface, AirTag 2, TV+ original movies strategy
Benjamin and Chance discuss the merits of Apple returning to the long-gestating idea of an Apple television set, in the context of its refocusing on smart home devices. Also, the second-generation AirTag is rumored to arrive in 2025 with some nice enhancements, and Apple’s original film division continues to waver on strategy.
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Apple smart display details, iPhone 17 Slim, iOS 18.2 beta 3
Benjamin and Chance debate the curious report from Bloomberg about what the upcoming Apple smart display will look like, and how it will work. Ming-Chi Kuo also says Apple is working on a new smart home camera. iOS 18.2 beta 3 changes the narrative about the Camera Control, and the rumored ‘iPhone 17 Slim’ may not be so slim after all.
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Apple acquires Pixelmator, iOS 18.2 beta 2, Apple movie glasses
Benjamin and Chance discuss Apple’s surprise acquisition of Pixelmator, all the new features and changes in the latest OS betas, and the rumors around Apple’s indecision for the future of wearables on your face.
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New M4 Mac mini, MacBook Pro, and iMac reactions
Benjamin and Chance react to this week’s trio of Apple announcements, with the exciting launch of the newly redesigned M4 Mac mini, and all the changes in the updated M4 MacBook Pro and iMac lineups.
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- Apple launches entry MacBook Pro 14-inch with M4 chip, 16GB RAM, better battery life, more
- Apple unveils new MacBook Pro line with M4, nano-texture display, Center Stage camera, more
- Watch: Hands-on with M4 MacBook Pro, iMac and the new Mac mini
New Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.2, iPad mini reviews, Apple gaming app
Benjamin and Chance discuss all the new Apple Intelligence features available in the first iOS 18.2 beta, including Genmoji, Image Playground, and ChatGPT integration. Also, the new iPad mini receives mixed reviews and there are signs Apple is planning a dedicated Games app for iOS.
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- Craig Federighi's Wall Street Journal interview
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- New AirPods Pro hearing health features launching next week, here's a first look
- Apple working on new App Store-like app dedicated to games
- New iPad mini reviews: Jelly scrolling is fixed (probably)
- Here’s the first Severance season 2 trailer for Apple TV+
New iPad mini announced, cheaper Vision Pro, more executive departures
Benjamin and Chance react to the surprise announcement of the new iPad mini this week, and some new branded company logo features coming to iOS soon. Apple’s Chief People Officer Carole Surface departs after less than two years, plus we have more visibility into the Vision Pro product roadmap.
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- Apple announces new iPad mini with A17 Pro chip, Pencil Pro and Apple Intelligence support
- The new iPad mini 7 has a binned version of the A17 Pro chip
- iPad mini 7 vs 6: Here's what's upgraded plus buyer's guide
- Apple’s first-ever ‘Chief People Officer’ departing after less than two years
- App Store VP departing Apple amid broader restructuring
- Report: Cheaper 'Apple Vision' headset to cost around $2000; drop EyeSight
- Gurman: Apple smart glasses and AirPods with cameras possibly launching in 2027
M4 MacBook Pro leaks and release date, iOS 18.1 beta 6, more Apple execs retiring
Benjamin and Chance get excited for Apple’s upcoming product launches, which we are now expecting for the end of the month. The base model M4 MacBook Pro might even have fully leaked on the web. iOS 18.1 beta 6 brings some nice refinements, and more high-profile Apple execs are retiring from their posts.
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- Apple reportedly releasing iOS 18.1 with Apple Intelligence features on October 28
- iOS 18.1: New features, release date, and more
- New Mac mini coming soon: Here's everything we know
- New unboxing video allegedly reveals unannounced M4 MacBook Pro, benchmark results
- M4 MacBook Pro offered for sale on Russian site; likely real
- iOS 18.1 beta 6: All the new features and changes
- Apple Music gets new sharing integration with TikTok in iOS 18.1
- macOS Sequoia 15.1 will prompt you less often for screen recording permissions
- Vision Pro’s first scripted immersive film is coming this week, here’s the trailer
- Veteran Apple engineering leader Dan Riccio retiring this month
- Apple's head of procurement departing after 24 years
- Home Depot quietly begins rolling out Apple Pay support
- H-E-B caves to the pressure and begins rolling out Apple Pay to all stores
Apple smart display rumors, new Apple products in early 2025, and cheaper Vision Pro details
Benjamin and Chance discuss the latest Apple leaks of the week, headlined by details about Apple’s upcoming smart home display product, expected to launch in 2025. The iPhone SE and iPad Air are also getting refreshes early next year, and component leaks perhaps give us insight into what Apple is planning for its cheaper Apple Vision Pro headset.
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- Report: HomePod with display and homeOS to launch next year with Apple Intelligence
- Kuo: New Apple Vision Pro with M5 chip on the way, featuring Apple Intelligence support
- YouTube app 'Juno' for Apple Vision Pro removed from App Store
- YouTube planning Apple Vision Pro app, points users to Safari
- Non-Pro Apple Vision likely to have half the resolution
- Bloomberg: New iPhone SE with Face ID and updated iPad Air launching early next year
- WSJ: Apple Card could switch from Goldman Sachs to Chase and change 'key' features
Hands on with iPhone 16 Pro, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4
Benjamin and Chance share their hands-on reviews with Apple’s latest products, from the impressive noise cancellation in AirPods 4 to the useful — if fiddly — Camera Control on the iPhone 16 Pro, and the redesigned Apple Watch Series 10. The latest iOS 18.1 beta also includes some useful enhancements to Control Center and iPhone Mirroring.
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iOS 18 is out, iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 reviewed
iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and tvOS 18 are finally out for public consumption. Benjamin and Chance go through some of their favorite features from this OS cycle, and initial impressions on how the changes are being received. Plus, they react to the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 reviews that dropped this week.
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- Apple touts iPhone 16 Pro and Apple Intelligence in new videos
- iPhone 16 Pro reviews: Incredible battery life, camera quality boost, Camera Control quirks
- iPhone 16 review roundup: This year, the base models are almost an iPhone Pro
- AirPods 4 review: big deal, small package
- AirPods 4 reviews: Impressive noise cancellation in an open-ear design
- Hands-on with black titanium Apple Watch Ultra 2
- Apple Watch Series 10 review: bigger, thinner, smarter
- Apple Watch Series 10 review roundup: Iterative update, but slim design with big display is like an Ultra Lite
- iOS 18 is here, and it's Apple's most personal iPhone update yet
- Apple releases watchOS 11 with these new features
- Apple releases tvOS 18 for Apple TV and HomePod software update, here's what's new
- These visionOS 2 features aim to make Vision Pro an actually useful computer
- macOS Sequoia now available for Mac with iPhone Mirroring
- iPhone flashlight iOS 18: How it works
- Kuo: iPhone 16 Pro demand lower than expected, iPhone 16 Plus pre-orders up 48%
iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4 event reactions
Benjamin and Chance react to Apple’s September event, with full coverage of all the announcements from the keynote, including thoughts on the new iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. We try to forget the AirPods Max.
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- AirPods (2nd generation) vs AirPods 4 vs AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation - Apple
- AirPods 4 - Apple
- Apple introduces AirPods 4 and a hearing health experience with AirPods Pro 2 - Apple
- Four new features coming to AirPods Pro 2 this year - 9to5Mac
- Apple introduces iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus - Apple
- iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus - Apple
- iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max - Apple
- Apple debuts iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max - Apple
- iPhone - Compare Models - Apple
- Here’s how much bigger the iPhone 16 Pro models are than the iPhone 16
- How much heavier are the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max? - 9to5Mac
- iPhone 16 battery life: How much better is it? - 9to5Mac
Last minute Apple event rumors, plastic Apple Watch SE appeal, and new Mac mini
Benjamin and Chance get hyped for Apple’s upcoming ‘Glowtime’ September event, discussing some last-minute rumors and leaks about the products on deck. They discuss the market for the rumored plastic body Apple Watch SE, the latest on the M4 Mac mini redesign, and the iOS 18 Sports app gets a feature it should have had from the beginning.
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- Report: Apple testing next-gen Apple Watch SE made with plastic to cut costs
- This is probably the new gold titanium iPhone 16 Pro color
- M4 Mac mini likely to lose support for USB-A, keep internal power supply
- Apple Music adds five new personalized 'Mood' stations
- Apple Sports brings live scores to your iPhone lock screen with iOS 18
‘Glowtime’ iPhone 16 and Apple Watch event expectations, new Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.1 beta 3
The September iPhone event is official! Benjamin and Chance break down what they expect to see on September 9. Also, Apple releases iOS 18.1 beta 3 with the new AI photos Clean Up feature, an expansion of notification summaries, and Apple SVP Luca Maestri announces he is transitioning out of the CFO role.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance marvels at how Homebridge is more reliable than the official Matter integration for HomeKit. And Ted Lasso season 4 is all but confirmed.
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- Apple event coming soon: iPhone 16, AirPods 4, and more
- iOS 18.1 beta 3 lets you remove distractions from pictures with new 'Clean Up' feature
- iOS 18.1 beta 3 brings Apple Intelligence notification summaries to all apps
- iOS 18 adding default app controls for messaging, phone calls, navigation, and more in the EU
- Rumor: AirPods Pro 3 coming ‘soon’ with ‘much better’ noise cancellation
- Apple announces CFO transition coming soon, names Luca Maestri successor
- Gurman: Apple issues fourth known round of layoffs this year with Services job cuts
Happy Hour: 500th episode Ask9to5Mac special
Benjamin and Chance answer some Ask9to5Mac questions to celebrate Happy Hour’s 500th episode, with commentary on upcoming Apple products, as well as some meta questions about the podcast itself. They also chat about the fact that Apple Podcasts is now available on the web, and how the rumored brown iPhone 16 is actually be in vogue.
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- iPhone 16 colors: Here's what to expect next month
Redesigned M4 Mac mini, iPhone NFC access, Apple home robots
Benjamin and Chance get excited about the news of an enticing Mac mini redesign coming this fall, talk about the changes in the latest iOS 18 betas, and question the appeal of the rumored $1000 table-top HomePod device. Plus, Apple tries to appease regulators with new policies for iPhone NFC and external link outs in the EU.
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- macOS Sequoia will now prompt you monthly (not weekly) for screen recording permissions
- Apple preparing major Mac mini redesign for later this year, report says
- Apple is opening the iPhone's NFC chip to third-party apps with iOS 18.1
- Here's what developers can do with the new NFC API for iPhone
- What's new in the latest iOS 18 and iOS 18.1 betas?
- Apple announces new fee structure for apps in the EU that link out to the web for purchases
- Bloomberg: Apple targeting sub-$1,000 price for iPad-like robotic home device
- Apple cancels wide theatrical release for 'Wolfs' movie starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney, streaming date announced
Sequoia screen recording nags, iOS 18 Photos app changes, Apple Arcade woes
Benjamin and Chance give their feedback on the new features unveiled in iOS 18 beta 5, including Distraction Control and significant Photos app design changes. Apple oversteps the mark with screen recording permission dialogs in macOS Sequoia, the DOJ wins their antitrust case against Google, game developers report frustrations with Apple Arcade, and more.
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- Google’s $20B default search deal with Apple violates antitrust law, judge rules - 9to5Mac
- Apple Arcade developers frustrated by long delays in getting paid, no incentives to make Vision Pro games - 9to5Mac
- Disney+ adds its fifth immersive Environment for Apple Vision Pro - 9to5Mac
- New SpongeBob SquarePants Environment comes to Apple Vision Pro - 9to5Mac
- iOS 18 beta 5: Here's what's new - 9to5Mac
- iOS 18 beta 5 adds new Distraction Control feature for Safari - 9to5Mac
- Apple removes Carousel in Photos as part of changes based on iOS 18 beta feedback - 9to5Mac
- Report: M4 MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and iMac on track for this year - 9to5Mac
Hands on with Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1, new iPhone 16 colors revealed
Benjamin and Chance spend most of the episode discussing iOS 18.1 with the debut of the first Apple Intelligence beta. That includes the new Writing Tools, notification summaries and Reduce Interruptions focus mode. It also features a new design for Siri, but lacks most of the new Siri functionality set to come later, which seems like an unenforced error.
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- iOS 18 beta 4: Here's what's new
- iOS 18.1 beta 1 now available with first Apple Intelligence features
- Smarter Siri with personal context understanding coming later this year in iOS 18 update
- These Apple Intelligence features aren’t in the first iOS 18.1 beta
- Hands on with Apple Intelligence writing tools in iOS 18.1
Wild iPhone 17 rumors, iOS 18 beta 4, TV+ budget concerns
Benjamin and Chance talk about the week’s Apple’s news and rumors, including some wild details about the direction of the new ‘Slim’ model coming in the iPhone 17 next year, iOS 18 beta 4, Apple Maps launches on the web, and there’s some new Vision Pro content announcements. Apple TV+ is also in focus as Apple reportedly looks to license more catalog content, while reining in budgets for some of its originals.
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- Rivian CEO addresses lack of CarPlay in new interview
- New leak details every iPhone 17 spec and feature
- Rumor: New ultra-thin iPhone 17 will have just one camera
- Apple's work on next-gen iPhone camera upgrades and more detailed in new report
- Report: Foldable iPhone is coming in 2026 with top-down fold design
- iOS 18 beta 4: Here's what's new
- Download new CarPlay wallpapers coming with iOS 18
- Apple reveals new Immersive Video content coming soon to Vision Pro
- New Lake Vrangla Environment rolling out now to Apple Vision Pro users
- Apple Maps launches on the web in new public beta
- Apple TV+ attempts to rein in budgets on new projects, as The Morning Show season four spends $50 million on cast alone
- Report: Apple TV+ to license films from more studios to bolster catalog
iOS 18 public beta, ‘new’ HomePod, Apple Intelligence data controversy
Benjamin and Chance give their thoughts on their favorite iOS 18 features, the ongoing debate about the redesigned Photos app, and more changes, as the OS hits public beta. There’s also been some focus on the data used to train Apple Intelligence, and Apple even released a ‘new’ HomePod this week.
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- iOS 18 public beta now available; here are all the new features
- iOS 18 adds new 'Recovered' album to the Photos app for finding lost or damaged content
- Apple releases watchOS 11 public beta 1
- tvOS 18 public beta 1 with InSight feature now available
- macOS Sequoia public beta 1 now available with iPhone Mirroring
- Apple releases new midnight color for HomePod mini, replacing space gray
- New HomePod corroborated by references to 'HomeAccessory'
- Touchscreen-ready interface hidden in tvOS amid HomePod rumors
- Apple trained AI models on YouTube content without consent
- Apple says its OpenELM model doesn't power Apple Intelligence amid YouTube controversy
- Apple TV+ scores Emmy nominations in every major 2024 category
iOS 18 beta 3, plastic Apple Watch SE, Mayo’s Vision Pro experience
Benjamin finally gets a chance to try a Vision Pro for himself. iOS 18 beta 3 includes some welcome changes to the Photos app and the emoji keyboard, and tvOS beta adds InSight for the first time. There’s also rumors of a rigid plastic Apple Watch, and Ming-Chi Kuo lays out a roadmap for the iPhone’s telephoto zoom lens.
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- iOS 18 beta 3 now rolling out to developers
- iOS 18 beta 3: Here's everything new
- iOS 18 beta 3 gives most third-party app icons dark mode versions
- iOS 18’s new ‘dynamic’ wallpaper option changes colors automatically
- Apple TV+ InSight feature now live with iOS 18 and tvOS 18 beta 3
- Apple Watch Series 10 to feature larger screen and thinner design, but new health features could be delayed
- Benjamin's Apple Watch Ultra try-on
- Report: Apple testing next-gen Apple Watch SE made with plastic to cut costs
- iPhone 16 Pro to get same 5x zoom camera as Pro Max, bigger upgrades next year
- Benjamin's Vision Pro photoshoot
- Apple Vision Pro: EyeSight, comfort, and more impressions from my latest demo
- Vision Pro: I just tried Apple's first spatial computer, and here's what I think
- 9to5Mac Happy Hour 438: Hands-on impressions and thoughts on Apple Vision Pro design and features
- Apple’s F1 new details: first trailer, budget dispute, IMAX runtime
- The first Apple TV+ summer blockbuster, Brad Pitt’s Formula 1 film, is titled ’F1’
iPhone longevity, Apple Watch Series 10 rumors, AirPods with cameras in 2026
Benjamin and Chance reflect on all the week’s Apple news in this July holiday episode. Apple has released a new whitepaper on Apple device longevity, as right-to-repair regulation takes hold. The Apple Watch Series 10 this year might not be the drastic Series X redesign we’d all been hoping for, and Kuo expects AirPods Pro with infrared cameras to launch in 2026.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin is still annoyed by iOS 18 Game Mode, and Chance has a change of opinion about the iPad Pro nano-texture display. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Report: Apple developing new way to make iPhone batteries easier to replace - 9to5Mac
- Apple Watch Series 10 may not get a radical redesign after all
- Alleged Apple Watch Series 10 schematics show larger 2-inch display, unchanged band attachment system - 9to5Mac
- Kuo: Apple to begin mass production of AirPods with cameras by 2026 - 9to5Mac
- I was wrong about the new iPad Pro’s nano-texture display - 9to5Mac
Beats Pill returns, iOS 18 beta 2 features, EU regulatory ramifications continue
Benjamin and Chance react to all the new features in iOS 18 beta 2, and the fact that most of those features won’t be available in the European Union as Apple worries about DMA compliance concerns. In other EU legal news, the commission threatens fines for Apple’s anti-steering policies, and is officially investigating the Core Technology Fee. Also, Chance reviews the new Beats Solo Buds and relaunched Beats Pill portable speaker.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance’s Mac low storage bug returns, and Benjamin tries the Connected Cards feature in the Apple Wallet app. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Review: Beats Solo Buds set a new standard
- Hands-on: The Beats Pill is back and better than ever
- US carriers enabling RCS for iPhone users running iOS 18 beta 2
- EU App Store changes for iPad now available to test with second iPadOS 18 beta
- Hands-on with iPhone Mirroring with iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia
- Hands-on with SharePlay Remote Control on iPadOS 18 [Video]
- Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring to Mac, and SharePlay Screen Sharing won’t be available in the EU at launch
- EU says Apple anti-steering rules in breach of DMA, officially investigating Core Technology Fee terms
- Apple TV app adds new 'Catch Up' feature for live streaming sports in MLS Season Pass
- Apple announces first premium podcast, available to listen early access with Apple TV+ subscription
Thinner design Apple products, bigger screen Apple Watch rumors, more iOS 18 tidbits
Benjamin and Chance are back with a review of this week’s Apple news, including thoughts on the rumored bigger watch sizes coming this fall, Apple’s plans to design thinner iPhone and MacBook Pro models, and the abrupt cancellation of Apple Pay Later. We also have unearthed even more interesting changes found in the first iOS 18 beta.
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- iOS 18 brings math and conversions support to your iPhone's keyboard
- iOS 18 lets users choose their preferred Home Hub device
- watchOS 11 removes Siri face on Apple Watch
- Apple planning redesigned iPhone, MacBook Pro, and Apple Watch that are significantly thinner
- Kuo: Apple Watch Series 10 to feature larger display and thinner chassis, approaching Ultra screen size
- Apple discontinuing Apple Pay Later, ahead of new features launching this fall
- Apple Pay Later withdrawal likely because of a law passed in 1968
- Report: Apple halts work on Vision Pro, aims to release cheaper Vision headset next year
iOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS Sequoia and Apple Intelligence event reactions
In this bumper edition, Benjamin and Chance react to everything Apple announced at WWDC 2024, including all the new features in iOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and tvOS 18, and the suite of announcements under the banner of Apple Intelligence, as Apple sets its AI strategy.
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WWDC expectations for iOS 18, visionOS 2, Siri and more
Benjamin and Chance run down the WWDC expectations, and debate whether reality will match the hype. There’s certainly a lot expected, with major new features for the iOS 18 home screen, Control Center, and a veritable AI infusion across Apple’s platforms. We give our thoughts on what we are most excited to see announced. Plus, Apple accidentally miscounted the number of GPU cores in the M2 iPad Air, and the Apple TV app may finally be coming to Android.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance embarked on a 3,500-mile road EV trip to his new house, and loves CarPlay more than ever before. He also updates us on how good the Vision Pro is as a travel holiday computer, and his smart home plans. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Apple says M2 iPad Air performance claims are accurate despite GPU mix-up
- Apple downgrades new M2 iPad Air, now says it features a 9-core GPU instead of 10-core
- Report: Apple working on bringing Apple TV app to Android phones
- Apple held talks to launch Apple TV+ in China, would become the only US streaming service to be available in the region
- Rumor: iPhone 16 Pro to feature world's thinnest smartphone bezel
- Here’s everything to expect from Apple’s AI-focused WWDC 2024
Foldable iPad rumors, iOS 18 home screen updates and AI privacy details
Benjamin and Zac discuss the curious rumors about a 20-inch foldable iPad/MacBook, and the latest Vision Pro content developments. iOS 18 may let users change the icons of the apps on their home screen, but how exactly? We also have more insight into Apple’s AI plans and its approach to handling user data privacy while remaining feature competitive.
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- Apple’s WWDC opportunity: why iOS 18 may prove pivotal to taking AI mainstream
- iOS 18 Siri will better understand people, events, locations – report
- Vision Pro Marvel app reviews: ‘Best experience’ or ‘flimsy and meh’
- OpenAI is helping Apple fix Siri, and that has Microsoft worried
- Apple’s artificial intelligence servers will use ‘confidential computing’ techniques to process user data while maintaining privacy
- Apple’s WWDC opportunity: why iOS 18 may prove pivotal to taking AI mainstream
- Apple confirms WWDC keynote details for AI-focused iOS 18, Platforms State of the Union, and more
- Customizing iOS app icons could be more impactful than it seems
- Apple may label iOS 18 artificial intelligence features as a beta preview, signaling Apple is still playing catch-up
- Rumor: iOS 18 will let users create custom emoji using generative AI
- Report: iOS 18 will let users recolor app icons, and place them wherever they want on the home screen
- Apple elaborates on rare iOS 17.5 bug that resurfaced deleted photos
- Welcome to the Ultra era, where Apple is making iPhones, MacBooks, and iPads more luxury than ever
iPhone 17 Ultra rumors, Apple Music rumors, iOS 17.5.1 deleted photos bug
Benjamin and Chance react to the surprise reports of a major form-factor change coming to the iPhone in 2025, with the addition of a new redesigned ‘Ultra’ model priced above the current Pro Max. The Plus is also expected to go away next year. iOS 17.5.1 includes a fix for the deleted photos bug but Apple yet again neglects to explain what happened. And, Apple Music causes a stir with their Best 100 albums list.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance discuss the appeal of the newly announced Peacock, Apple, and Netflix Comcast ‘StreamSaver’ bundle.
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- Apple Music kicks off 10-day '100 Best Albums' of all time countdown
- Rumor: iOS 18 to include new 'smart song transitions' feature for Apple Music
- Apple launches iPhone trade in promotion, get boosted credit for a new iPhone for a limited time
- Apple says iOS 17.5.1 fixes 'rare' bug that caused deleted photos to return
- iOS 17.5 is allegedly resurfacing pictures that were deleted years ago
- Apple Plans a Thinner iPhone in 2025 — The Information
- iPhone 17 rumors: New design, 'Slim' model to replace 'Plus’, more
- All-screen M5 MacBook with foldable display and Vision Pro price now rumored for 2026
- Netflix, Apple TV+ and Peacock bundle priced at $15/mo for Comcast Xfinity customers
New iPad Pro released, iOS 18 accessibility features, Apple AI servers
Benjamin gives his thoughts on his brief experience using the new M4 iPad Pro hardware, while Chance ponders a purchase. Apple previews some exciting new iOS 18 accessibility features, and we gist more insight into Apple’s AI plans with reports that the company is already hosting Apple Silicon chips in its server farms.
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- Here’s how the new iOS Cross-Platform Tracking Detection works
- Apple announces new accessibility features, including Eye Tracking - Apple
- iOS 17.5 is now available: Here's everything you need to know
- Apple previews iOS 18 accessibility features including eye tracking and music haptics
- CarPlay in iOS 18 will add these new accessibility features
- iOS 18 will let you use custom voice phrases to trigger actions
- Vision Pro will soon be able to show live captions of everything being spoken around you
- M4 iPad Pro reviews praise OLED display; criticize price, software
- Hands-on with the nano-texture M4 iPad Pro [Video]
- Here's how much lighter the iPad Pro's new Magic Keyboard actually is
- Not an iPad Pro Review: Why iPadOS Still Doesn’t Get the Basics Right
- Apple reportedly developing new dedicated chip for AI data centers
- Bloomberg: iOS 18 AI tech to rely on data centers with Apple silicon
- iOS 18: Apple finalizing deal to bring ChatGPT to iPhone
- Apple to unveil brand new Siri at WWDC powered by generative AI
- iPhone 17 rumors: New design, 'Slim' model to replace 'Plus’, more
- Apple allegedly planning foldable 20.3-inch hybrid for 2025, foldable iPhone in 2026
- John Ternus emerging as most likely successor to Tim Cook as Apple CEO
New iPad Pro, iPad Air, and M4 chip Apple event reactions
Benjamin and Chance react to all the announcements out of the spring ‘Let Loose’ event, including the radically thin new iPad Pro, the new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air lineup, what to expect from the M4 chip, and how the event compared to their expectations going in overall.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance reflect on how they feel the video event format is performing for Apple, and whether it makes sense for the company to return to the live keynote style, sometimes. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Here's what Apple announced at its iPad-focused ‘Let loose’ event
- iPad Air 6: Redesigned model available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, landscape front camera, more
- Apple announces new iPad Pro: OLED display, M4 chip, thinner redesigned chassis
- Apple unveils M4: Its first chip made for AI from the ground up
- New versions of Final Cut and Logic Pro for iPad take advantage of the power of the M4 chip
- Apple doubles down on AI virtual musicians, adds intelligent stem splitting, more in new Logic Pro for iPad and Mac
- Apple debuts Magic Keyboard for M4 iPad Pro with larger trackpad, function row, aluminum palm rest
- Apple Pencil Pro launches, with squeeze gesture, roll, FindMy
- Apple reduces iPad 10 price to $349, discontinues iPad 9 with Home button
Beats Solo Buds, surprising iPad Pro specs, and iOS 18 rumors
Benjamin and Chance assess the final iPad rumors ahead of next week’s ‘Let Loose’ event. Beats launches an incredibly compelling new addition to their headphones lineup, the Beats Solo Buds. At the same time, Apple fails to acknowledge what happened with people getting locked out of their Apple IDs over the weekend, in the same week as it releases a statement promising to fix an issue with iPhone alarms.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance discuss what podcast client they currently use and why, and how their listening habits reflect their app preferences. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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- Beats Solo 4 hands-on: the most iconic Beats headphones just got better
- Apple debuts new Beats Solo Buds with 18-hour battery life for $79
- Apple's Beats Pill speaker could be about to make a comeback
- Apple users are being locked out of their Apple IDs with no explanation
- Apple working on fix for bug causing iPhone alarms to not play sounds
- iOS 18 rumor: These new AI features are coming to Safari
- EU will force Apple to add app sideloading, alternative browser engine support to iPad
- Report: iOS 18 to update many of the built-in apps, home screen updates, 'modular' design tweaks
- Gurman: New iPad Pro may actually be powered by the M4 chip, touting AI features
- M4 iPad Pro: Will Apple put a brand new chip in its next iPad?
- New Apple Pencil to include haptic feedback and new gestures
iPad Apple event announced, FineWoven winding down, Apple TV FIFA deal
Benjamin and Chance get hyped for the just-announced Apple event, entitled ‘Let Loose’ set for May 7, in which we expect Apple to finally update the iPad hardware lineup. There’s also rumors that Apple is preparing to end FineWoven case production, and a weird curio that the iPhone 17 Plus screen may get slightly smaller. Elsewhere, AirPlay for hotels finally arrives and Apple is nearing a deal to exclusively stream the 2025 FIFA Club Word Cup.
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- Apple announces special event for May 7: 'Let Loose'
- Tim Cook hints at new Apple Pencil 3 coming next month
- Ross Young: New iPad Air won’t feature mini-LED after all, but a new mystery iPad is coming in Q4
- Rumor: Apple ends production of FineWoven cases and watch bands, following complaints
- Apple still has one more 'season' of FineWoven accessories in the works, but the end is near
- Kuo: Apple cuts Vision Pro shipments, now 'reviewing and adjusting' headset strategy
- AirPlay streaming launches today on TVs at IHG hotels and resorts
- Full list of hotels with AirPlay streaming support
- Report: iPhone 17 Plus to feature a smaller screen than current 'Plus' phones
- Gurman: iOS 18 AI features to be powered by 'entirely on-device' LLM, offering privacy and speed benefits
- Apple nearing billion-dollar streaming TV deal with FIFA; still in the running for NBA rights
- Yes, the YouTube app now hijacks your Apple TV's screen saver
iOS 17.5 beta 2, M4 Mac schedule, Humane Pin reviews
Benjamin and Chance discuss the latest in Apple news, including Web Distribution for EU users launching in iOS 17.5 beta 2, we get our first sense of the M4 Mac release scheduled and the company opens up its third-party repair policies further. Also, the Humane Ai Pin debuts to a very mixed critical response.
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Note from Chance: We had some technical difficulties this week, so the audio quality isn't up to our normal standards. We apologize and will be back to normal next time!
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- Game Boy emulator now available on the iPhone following App Store rules change [update: gone]
- iPhone 'iGBA' emulator removed from App Store, but we aren't sure why
- Here's why Apple removed the first Game Boy emulator from the App Store
- The Verge’s Humane AI Pin review
- MKBHD’s AI Pin review
- iOS 17.5 beta 2 coming today with new Web Distribution sideloading feature in the EU
- Apple will relax repair policy to allow used genuine parts with select iPhones
- Apple's John Ternus defends iPhone parts pairing as 'not evil'
- Here's when to expect the first M4 Macs to launch
- Apple aiming to release first M4-powered Macs this year with a focus on AI
iOS 18 rumors, game emulators in the App Store, Vision Pro camera access
Benjamin and Chance delve into the latest rounds of iOS 18 rumors, including a curious discovery of a new ‘Safari browser assistant’ in development. Apple has also changed the rules surrounding game emulators in the App Store, with somewhat unclear implications. Apple News+ adds a new Quartile word puzzle, and the wait for the new iPad Pro continues.
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- Rumor: iOS 18 to include new 'Safari browsing assistant' AI feature
- iOS 18 reportedly bringing these two upgrades to Apple Maps
- iPadOS 18 rumored to drop support for these iPads; iOS 18 support unchanged
- How Apple is making sure Vision Pro doesn't end up like Google Glass
- App Store guidelines now allow game emulators; more
- iOS 17.5 expands Puzzles collection with leaderboards and new 'Quartiles' word game
- New iPad Pro and iPad Air launch likely set for second week of May, expect iPad Pro price increases
- iPadOS 17.5 confirms new display for next-gen iPad Pro
Apple home robots, Spatial Personas on Vision Pro, iOS 17.5 beta
Benjamin and Chance discuss the bizarre idea that Apple is interested in making a humanoid robot to help with household chores, as its “next big thing”. Also, Apple launches the first ever sports ‘film’ shot in Immersive Video, and releases Spatial Personas for all Vision Pro users.
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- Apple launches first ever Immersive Video sports film for Apple Vision Pro
- New spatial Persona beta feature launching for Apple Vision Pro users today
- Bloomberg: New iPad Pro and iPad Air updates expected in 'early May'
- iOS 17.5 beta 1: Here's everything new
- iPadOS 17.5 hints at new 'squeeze' gesture for Apple Pencil 3
- Gurman: Apple working on personal robotics as next skunk-works project
- Apple sues former iOS engineer for leaking Journal app, Vision Pro details, and more
WWDC 2024 announced, DOJ sues Apple
Benjamin and Chance go deep on the Department of Justice vs. Apple suit, in which the DOJ alleges Apple’s iPhone monopoly is illegally maintained. In happier news, Apple announced the dates for WWDC 2024 where we expect to see major AI announcements as part of iOS 18, and much more.
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- WWDC 2024 confirmed for June 10: iOS 18 and more expected
- Apple teases 'Absolutely Incredible' AI-focused WWDC
- Apple says DOJ 'threatens who we are' as it vows to 'vigorously defend' against iPhone antitrust lawsuit
- United States sues Apple: Read the full DOJ lawsuit document here
- Apple says it spent three years trying to bring Apple Watch to Android
- Understanding the DOJ's Antitrust Complaint Against Apple - MacStories
- WWDC artwork over the years
- Mac OS X Mavericks banner
Apple turns to Google for iOS 18 AI features, new AirPods with noise canceling, anti-reflective iPad screens
Benjamin and Chance react to the news that Apple is partnering with Google to use their Gemini models to power some AI features coming in iOS 18. Also, there’s more details about the two new AirPods models set to debut later this year. There’s also rumors about anti-reflective matte screens for iPhone and iPad, and Walmart announces that it is selling Macs for the first time, starting with the cut-price $699 M1 MacBook Air.
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- Walmart begins selling the Mac for the first time: M1 MacBook Air for $699 [Updated]
- Mass production of two new AirPods models to start in May, targeting fall release
- iOS 18 to include new 'hearing aid mode' for AirPods Pro, report says
- Apple might use Google Gemini to power some iPhone AI features
- Apple says DOJ ‘threatens who we are’ as it vows to ‘vigorously defend’ against iPhone antitrust lawsuit
- NYTimes echoes report of AI partnership talks between Apple and Google
- Apple to be sued by US Department of Justice for antitrust as soon as tomorrow
- Rumor: iPhone 17 to have new anti-reflective display
- New iPad Pro could be available in new matte screen option, rumor claims
Apple’s latest DMA changes, new iPad Pro details, Apple AI ads platform
Benjamin and Chance analyze the latest round of Apple’s changes to appease the EU, get hyped for the impending 2024 iPad Pro features, and news that Apple is testing an AI platform for advertising.
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- Epic says Apple will reinstate developer account, clearing path for Epic Games Store on iPhone
- Apple will allow users to download apps directly from a developer’s website, in latest EU App Store rule change
- Apple revises App Store rules in the EU in response to developer feedback
- Here are the full dimensions of the 2024 iPad Air and iPad Pro
- A new iPad Pro is coming: Here are four things to expect
- What to expect from the new iPad Air
- New iPad Air will feature landscape front-facing camera, new rumor says
- iOS 17.4 beta hints at new iPad with landscape Face ID camera
- Apple developed chip equivalent to four M2 Ultras for Apple Car
- Apple talks with Mercedes detailed in new Apple Car report
- Report: Apple testing AI-powered ads platform
- Apple ramps up work on ad-supported Apple TV+ plan
- Apple Arcade criticized by developers for falling payouts and more
M3 MacBook Air, iOS 17.4 released, Apple TV+ content catalog
Benjamin and Chance analyze what’s new in the just-announced M3 MacBook Air and praise the MacBook Air lineup as it stands today, iOS 17.4 brings a whole host of changes to comply with the EU Digital Markets Act, and Apple TV+ launches a limited time catalog of movies to watch. Chance also gives us a one-month check in on the Vision Pro.
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- iOS 17.4 won't remove Home Screen web apps in the EU after all
- Apple fined $2 billion by EU commission for 'abusive' App Store rules, Apple to appeal
- Epic says Apple terminated its newly reinstated developer account over tweet
- Should you update to iOS 17.4? Here's what's new
- Apple launches new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip, support for two external displays, faster Wi-Fi
- Apple confirms 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro update for multi-display
- Apple TV+ adds a limited time library of 50 movies to stream for free
Apple Car canceled, iOS 18 design changes, AirPods with cameras
Benjamin and Chance react to the shock news of the cancellation of the long-gestating Apple Car project, and Mark Gurman details some of the future wearables Apple is pondering including smart glasses, rings, and AirPods earbuds with integrated cameras. We are also anticipating some design changes in iOS 18, but recognize Apple has likely learned the painful lessons of the iOS 6 -> iOS 7 transition.
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- Gurman: Apple exploring future wearable ideas including AirPods with cameras, smart glasses
- Gurman: iOS 18 to include redesigned UI elements, macOS 'revamp' to follow later
- Rumor: These are the devices that will support iOS 18 and iPadOS 18
- Apple cancels Apple Car project after more than a decade
- New Beats Solo 4 headphones revealed by iOS 17.4 RC files
Apple AI coming to Spotlight search, new Sports app, iPhone 15 battery re-rated
The Apple news cycle continues apace this week, with the company launching a brand new app, Sports, for sports scores. The iPhone 15 battery is now rated for twice as many charge cycles, along with a redesigned Battery UI in iOS 17.4. Apple is reportedly planning new AI features for both Spotlight search and Xcode code completion, and the EU readies a $500 million fine for Apple’s anticompetitive behavior in music streaming market. Benjamin and Chance break down all that and more in this week’s episode.
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- Apple confirms iOS 17.4 removes Home Screen web apps in the EU, here’s why
- Report: EU to fine Apple about $500 million for anticompetitive App Store policy in music streaming market
- Is Microsoft planning an Xbox Cloud Gaming app for iPhone? Nope.
- Apple to launch new AI coding and testing features in Xcode this year: report
- Apple tests upgraded iPhone and Mac search using AI
- Apple Music Replay updated with monthly stats views, 2024 Replay Mix available starting today
- Apple Music testing feature that easily imports playlists from Spotify and other services
- Apple says iPhone 15 batteries have a longer lifespan than initially thought
- iOS 17.4 makes it easier to know if your iPhone's battery health is 'normal'
- iMessage quantum security arrives with iOS 17.4
- Apple releases Sports app for iPhone, featuring real-time scores, stats and more
- Apple teases MLS playoffs Immersive Video for Vision Pro coming soon, shot in 8K 3D
HomePod with a screen leaks, foldable iPhone rumors, visionOS 1.1 features
Benjamin and Chance discuss the tantalizing references to a HomePod with some kind of screen found in iOS 17.4 beta 3, the App Store Review process has an embarrassing week, and The Information reports Apple is still working on foldable iPhone prototypes. Chance also bought the developer strap for the Apple Vision Pro, while some other launch day buyers opt to return their units within the two-week window.
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- iOS 17.4 adds new 'Virtual Card Number' feature to Apple Cash
- Apple Vision Pro will work with mobile device management starting with visionOS 1.1
- visionOS 1.1 lets users reset Vision Pro without their password
- visionOS 1.1 lets Vision Pro users bring virtual 3D objects closer
- Apple pulls pirated movies and TV shows app disguised as a vision testing tool
- LastPass alerting customers to imposter 'LassPass' password manager currently in App Store [U: Pulled]
- Apple wants you to know that App Store is a safe and trusted place
- Apple posts Q1 2024 earnings results
- Apple says the EU accounts for just 7% of its global App Store revenue
- Tim Cook teases Apple AI announcements coming "later this year", amid iOS 18 rumors
- Report: Apple actively developing foldable clamshell iPhone prototypes, folding 8-inch iPad
- iCloud for Windows redesigned, Apple Music and Apple TV exit preview, iTunes remains
The one-week hands on review of Apple Vision Pro
Chance has had his Apple Vision Pro for about one week, and we all have a lot of thoughts about Apple’s brand new platform. A truly new Apple product doesn’t come along very often, and this is a particularly special one. We go deep on the Vision Pro hardware, comfort, what it’s like using Vision Pro for media and productivity, Personas, FaceTime, real-world battery life, and so much more.
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EU App Store sideloading and commission changes, Vision Pro reviews, iOS 17.4 features
Benjamin and Chance deep dive into all the App Store changes announced in response to the EU Digital Markets Act, and debate whether anyone is incentivized to make the leap. Also, the first Apple Vision Pro reviews have dropped ahead of its Friday release, and iOS 17.4 brings some fun new features and code references look ahead to iOS 18's AI integration.
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- Apple Vision Pro review roundup
- Nine problems with Vision Pro passthrough: 'VR trying to be AR'
- New Vision Pro tidbits and MKBHD's full hands-on video
- You can't edit your Apple Vision Pro home screen: visionOS apps are arranged alphabetically
- Vision Pro won't let you save web apps to your home screen
- Can you cook with Vision Pro? Here are the pros and cons [Video]
- Here's what it's like using Vision Pro as an external Mac display
- Apple announces support for third-party iPhone app stores in the EU, coming with iOS 17.4
- Apple says third-party app marketplace creators must have €1,000,000 'letter of credit'
- Apple announces reduced commission structure for apps in Europe
- Apple now allows game streaming apps in the App Store
- Apple shares more details about the new default web browser prompt in iOS 17.4
- iPad users will miss out on third-party app stores, browser engines, and more
- Apple will prompt users to set default browsers and allow third-party web engines on iPhone in the EU
- Spotify CEO slams Apple's App Store changes; Apple fires back [U]
- Epic CEO Tim Sweeney says latest App Store changes are an 'anticompetitive scheme rife with junk fees'
- Fortnite coming back to iOS (in the EU) through new 'Epic Store'
- Microsoft calls Apple's proposed App Store changes a 'step in the wrong direction'
- Apple Podcasts now offers auto-generated transcripts in iOS 17.4
- iOS 17.4 beta 1: Here are all the new features and changes
- Apple Music SharePlay control expands from CarPlay to HomePod and Apple TV
- iOS 17.4: Apple continues work on AI-powered Siri and Messages features, with help from ChatGPT
- iOS 17.4 beta hints at new iPad with landscape Face ID camera
- Gurman: New iPad Pro and M3 MacBook Air already in production, set for end of March release
iPhone 16 rumors, revised Apple Car expectations, and Apple’s unflinching 27% cut
Benjamin and Chance talk about all the latest Apple news from this week, including some new iPhone 16 rumors on tech specs and capabilities of the new Capture Button, incentives for artists to produce Spatial Audio music, and the latest installment in the Apple Watch ban saga. Plus, Ford has some CarPlay announcements in the same week that Apple’s ambitions for Project Titan have been scaled back significantly, as the company now looks to launch its own electric vehicle in 2028.
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- Report: iPhone 16 camera button will let users zoom in and out by swiping, adjust focus
- Report: iPhone 16 to feature more RAM and faster Wi-Fi; upgraded 5G coming to iPhone 16 Pro
- Hands-on: Ford debuts new in-car digital platform with dual-screen Apple Maps via CarPlay
- Bloomberg: Apple targets 2028 release date for its own electric vehicle
- Rivian taps ex-Porsche and Apple vet to lead R2, R3 EVs
- Apple Music will now pay 10% higher royalties to artists for Spatial Audio music
- Apple readies Apple Watch Series 9 ban workaround by disabling blood oxygen functionality [U]
- Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales ban resumes tomorrow, appeals court rules
- How Apple is informing customers about the modified Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2
- Apple begins selling Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 without the blood oxygen feature
- Apple revises US App Store rules to let developers link to outside payment methods, but it will still charge a commission
- Spotify calls Apple's 27% cut of purchases outside the App Store 'outrageous'; urges EU to 'act switftly'
- Supreme Court upholds Apple vs. Epic ruling, Apple must allow app developers to link to other payment systems
- Apple demands $73M in Epic legal expenses
- Epic to contest Supreme Court ruling on App Store in-app sales
Apple Vision Pro specs, preorders, and more hands-on experiences
Chance talks about his second time going hands-on with the Apple Vision Pro, including trying the newly announced Disney+ experiences. We also discuss the preorder process, and the newly released tech specs and accessories for Apple’s upcoming headset. There’s also an ongoing debacle about exactly what third party apps, if any, will be available on visionOS at launch.
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- Apple Vision Pro: EyeSight, comfort, and more impressions from my latest demo
- Vision Pro: Apple's first spatial computer is now available for pre-order
- Apple Vision Pro available in three storage configurations
- Apple Vision Pro accessories: $200 Travel Case, $200 Battery, $200 Light Seal, and more
- Here's how much Vision Pro AppleCare and deductibles cost
- Apple Vision Pro comes with these pre-installed spatial apps
- Vision Pro shipping estimates begin slipping to March for some configurations
- Apple Vision Pro custom engraving offered on optical inserts from ZEISS
- PSA: Here's what to expect if you buy Vision Pro but don't live in the United States
- Apple offers in-depth look at Vision Pro in new 'Guided Tour' video
- Vision Pro replacement/repair costs up to $2,399 without AppleCare
- Apple reveals Vision Pro's weight for the first time: Here's how it compares
- Vision Pro supports AirPlay mirroring to iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and more
- YouTube, Spotify, and some other popular apps (probably) won't be available on Vision Pro at launch
- Vision Pro Immersive Video makes it the ultimate entertainment device, says Apple
Vision Pro launch details, iPhone camera upgrades, AirTag 2 rumors
Benjamin and Chance discuss Apple’s announcement of Vision Pro pre-orders and launch dates, and dive into what we still don’t know. Also, Ming-Chi Kuo has some details on future iPhone camera upgrades, Apple’s anti-trust concerns continue, and the latest Apple TV+ news.
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- Zac's post on Threads and Phil Schiller's response
- Kuo: 24-megapixel upgraded front camera coming with iPhone 17
- AirTag 2 not expected until 2025 as Apple sits on backlog of first-gen inventory
- Will the iPhone 16 Pro be able to record 4K spatial video?
- Vision Pro launching on February 2, pre-orders begin next week
- Here's everything that Apple includes in the Vision Pro box
- Prescription lenses for Vision Pro to cost $149 – less than predicted
- Apple increases Vision Pro battery life estimate for video playback
- Vision Pro's Persona feature will be considered a 'beta' at launch
- Apple shares new 'Get Ready' Vision Pro ad with clips from Star Wars, Back to the Future, more
- Xcode files reveal Vision Pro RAM details, but what about storage capacities?
- Apple Vision Pro demos in retail stores will begin on February 2
- US expected to hit Apple with major antitrust lawsuit this year
- Apple tells EU it has five different App Stores, not just one
- When will Killers of the Flower Moon stream on Apple TV+?
- Ridley Scott's Napoleon movie now available on premium video on demand
Vision Pro launch nears, CarPlay roadtrip, Apple AI deals
Benjamin and Chance are back from the holidays. Chance retells his experience using CarPlay and EV routing in Apple Maps, the Apple Watch is (temporarily?) back on shelves, Apple is reportedly in talks with news publishers about licensing content for its AI systems, and all signs point to an impending Vision Pro release.
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- Chance’s thread on Threads with Mach-E roadtrip details
- Charging a Mach-E at a Tesla Supercharger
- Ford will add Tesla plug to its electric vehicles in surprising move
- GM and Ford EV owners to get Tesla Supercharger access as soon as February
- iOS 17 adds real-time charging availability info for EV drivers
- This CarPlay GPS bug makes Apple Maps unusable and dangerous
- Apple Watch ban news hub: Everything we know right now
- Apple Watch ban temporarily halted, thanks to US appeals court
- Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 return to Apple Online Store after a week of unavailability
- Next-gen Apple Watch again rumored to break compatibility with existing bands - 9to5Mac
- Apple Infinite Loop retail store permanently closing next month
- Apple permanently closing Apple Royal Hawaiian retail store next month after 15 years
- Apple wants to train its AI with $50 million worth of licensed news articles
- Vision Pro release date: Everything we know
2023 Apple year in review: iPhone 15, 15-inch MacBook Air, Vision Pro unveiling, and more
Benjamin and Chance look back on the year in Apple news, assessing the state of the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and the rest of Apple’s product lineup in light of the 2023 releases, and what is rumored to come in 2024.
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Apple Watch sales ban, next-gen CarPlay previewed, Ask9to5Mac
Benjamin and Chance discuss the wild situation of the Apple Watch sales ban in the US as part of an ongoing patent dispute with Masimo over blood oxygen sensor patents. Also, Apple has finally shared details of the first vehicles featuring next-generation CarPlay, Apple News+ adds The Athletic, and we round out the year with some #Ask9to5Mac questions.
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- Apple halting Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales: Here's why
- ITC denies Apple's request to delay looming Apple Watch ban
- First cars with next-generation CarPlay officially announced
- Hands-on: In a world of CarPlay uncertainty, Polestar 2's dual-screen interface shines
- Apple News+ now includes sports coverage from The Athletic, Wirecutter coming soon
- Report: Apple offers to open up Apple Pay NFC system on iPhone to appease EU regulators
- Apple announces new 'contingent pricing' feature for App Store subscriptions
- EU to ban anti-steering App Store rules for Apple Music competitors after Spotify complaint
- Apple developing possible software workaround in response to Apple Watch ban
- Chance’s appearance on Charlie Chapman’s Launched podcast
iOS 17.2 released, Stolen Device Protection, Beeper blocked
iOS 17.2 is finally here, and Benjamin and Chance break down all the new features. iOS 17.3 introduces new opt-in measures to protect against shoulder surfing thieves. Also, Apple blocks Beeper Mini, launches a USB-C case for AirPods Pro 2, and plans to start offering incentives for artists to make their songs available in Spatial Audio on Apple Music.
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- Stolen Device Protection for iPhone: Now in testing
- How to swipe between Apple Watch faces in watchOS 10
- Apple shut down Beeper Mini's iMessage for Android
- Apple Music collaborative playlists add emoji reactions in iOS 17.3 beta
- Beeper Mini restores iMessage service, now for free
- iMessage for Android via Beeper Mini and Cloud are down again
- Apple releases standalone USB-C case for AirPods Pro 2 for $99
- Apple's chief iPhone and Apple Watch designer leaving
- Apple Podcasts app launching on Tesla vehicles next week
- GM's latest excuse for dropping CarPlay is its dumbest yet
- Chevy Blazer EV first drive – is it worth its $56k base price? | Electrek
- Report: Apple Music to add new incentives for artists who use Dolby Atmos
M3 MacBook Air coming early 2024, Beeper brings iMessage to Android, iOS 17.2 beta features
iOS 17.2 beta release candidate is here with a few surprise changes in store, while Apple formally retires the iTunes TV Shows and Movies apps in tvOS. An impressive new app called Beeper brings iMessage to Android in the right way. There’s also talk of an Apple-Paramount streaming bundle, and the M3 MacBook Air might be released sooner than we thought. Benjamin and Chance discuss it all.
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- Review: Eve Outdoor Cam is a great HomeKit camera with floodlight, Home app needs more notification controls
- Chance's now $29 camera with HomeKit Secure Video
- Here's what's actually going on in that viral 'glitch in the matrix' iPhone mirror picture
- iOS 17.2 release notes: Every new feature and change
- iTunes Movies and TV Shows app discontinued with new Apple TV update
- tvOS 17.2 changes the behavior of the Siri button
- Rumor: New Action button coming to the entire iPhone 16 lineup
- Beeper Mini will add SMS, Facetime in 'near future'
- Beeper Mini is even better than a real iMessage app for Android
- Beeper Mini brings native iMessage to Android
- New iPad Air, iPad Pro, and MacBook Air coming soon: report
- Report: Apple in talks to offer combined streaming bundle of Apple TV+ and Paramount+
- Apple original film 'Killers of the Flower Moon' will be available to buy/rent from tomorrow
iOS 17.2 beta 4, Vision Pro launch date, Apple Card partnership falters
Chance has some more thoughts about his new MacBook Pro, then he and Benjamin dive into the changes in iOS 17.2 beta 4, Apple services debut their Year-in-Review press, Apple seems to be on the edge of ditching Goldman Sachs for the Apple Card, and there are even more hints about when we can expect the Vision Pro to actually go on sale.
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- Apple Music Replay 2023: How to find your top songs, artists, more
- Spotify Wrapped 2023: Everything you need to know
- Apple Books Year Review: How to see
- Apple announces top podcasts of 2023 alongside new Apple Books Year in Review feature
- iOS 17.2 beta 4 lets users change default notification sound
- Apple ending Apple Card partnership with Goldman Sachs
- Apple delays plans to bring its own 5G modems to the iPhone
- Apple makes up less than 5% of Arm's revenue, and Arm can't do anything about it
- Apple reveals 2023 App Store Award winners; names generative AI the 'trend of the year'
- Good news and bad news for people waiting on a MacBook with built-in 5G
- Apple Vision Pro gets new onboarding videos with visionOS beta 6
- Gurman: Apple Vision Pro still not quite ready for launch, likely to release around March
RCS coming to iPhone, Apple Black Friday, Ask9to5Mac
Benjamin and Chance react to the shocking news that Apple is adopting RCS for iPhone messaging, likely with iOS 18 next year, and its implications on the ecosystem at large. We also answer your begging questions in #Ask9to5Mac, on this special holiday episode. Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate!
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- Apple extends free period for iPhone 14 satellite features
- Apple announces that RCS support is coming to iPhone next year
- What color bubbles will RCS messages be? Here's Apple's answer
- RCS is coming to iOS, but will it change anything for iPhone users?
- Apple's RCS announcement date wasn't coincidence
- Apple Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals revealed
- Apple aims to make holiday shopping easier with 'Order By' deadlines
- Black Friday Apple deals: M3 MacBook Pro, AirPods, more
- Apple Music Classical is now available on the iPad
- Is Craig Federighi a Taylor Swift fan?
New iOS 17.2 beta features, 2024 iPad roadmap, Vision Pro spatial videos
Benjamin and Chance discuss the latest features in iOS 17.2, Mark Gurman teases a major ‘ambitious’ iOS 18 update, Ming-Chi Kuo provides a 2024 roadmap for what to expect from iPad hardware, and Apple gives some press a hands-on demo of spatial videos viewed through Apple Vision Pro.
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- Apple has allowed some press to view their own spatial videos in Vision Pro, Final Cut gaining editing ability next year
- iOS 17.2 beta 2 enables Vision Pro spatial video capture on iPhone 15 Pro
- Daring Fireball: Vision Pro, Spatial Video, and Panoramic Photos
- WSJ Vision Pro write-up
- Apple iPhone Spatial Video Arrives in Beta and Looks Amazing on Vision Pro
- Apple extends free period for iPhone 14 satellite features
- iOS 17.2 beta 2: Here are all of the features and changes
- iOS 17.2 lets users disable inline text predictions
- watchOS 10.2 brings back gesture to swipe between watch faces
- Shazam comes to your Mac's menu bar and Control Center in latest beta
- Apple wants iOS 18 to be its most 'ambitious and compelling' update in years, report says
- Kuo: Apple to update all iPad models next year, including OLED iPad Pro and new 12.9-inch iPad Air
- Apple reportedly planning major price increase for OLED iPad Pro
- Why the rumored 12.9-inch iPad Air actually makes a lot of sense
- Apple earns 36% of Google search ad revenue through Safari, antitrust trial reveals
Hands on with the new MacBook Pro, iOS 17.2 features, future of the iMac
Following the review embargo lifting for the M3 iMac and MacBook Pro lineup this week, Chance talks about his hands-on experience with the new MacBook Pro. Benjamin and Chance also discuss the uncharacteristic Apple PR statement about the future of the iMac roadmap, the disappointing outlook for the AirPods Max, and all the new features coming in iOS 17.2.
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- M3 MacBook Pro review: Peak performance – Six Colors
- M3 MacBook Pro reignites debate over 8GB RAM, and Apple tiers
- macOS 'High Power Mode' expands to 14-inch MacBook Pro for the first time
- Hands-on: Apple's new 14-inch MacBook Pro in space 'black' (and why I bought it)
- Apple says it is not making a new 27-inch iMac
- The first Apple Watch was supposed to launch with blood sugar monitoring
- Apple Watch for Android was coming, canceled to protect iPhone
- Apple Health: Blood Pressure, Glucose, Sleep Apnea; Team Issues - Bloomberg
- iOS 17.2 has a system to update sealed iPhones at Apple Stores
- iOS 17.2 beta 1: Here are all of the new features and changes
- The simplicity of Apple's Journal app could end up ruining it
- iOS 17.2 beta includes all-new Journal app; here’s how it works
- New AirPods Max coming next year reportedly will still lag behind AirPods Pro features, lack H2 chip
- 3D movies showing up in Apple TV app ahead of Apple Vision Pro launch
M3 chip announced, new MacBook Pro and iMac reactions
Benjamin and Chance discuss everything Apple announced at its October Halloween-themed event, including all the nuances of the M3 Apple Silicon generation, the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, and the (somewhat) updated iMac.
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- Apple officially unveils M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max: 3 nanometer, Dynamic Caching GPU, more
- Apple announces new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro: M3 chip, Space Black, cheaper $1599 starting price
- Apple announces new 24-inch iMac with M3 chip
- Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ Mac event was shot on iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Here’s how Apple shot the entire ‘Scary fast’ event on iPhone 15 Pro (even the drone footage)
Apple October event, M3 Macs, AI features in iOS 18, AirPods rumors
Benjamin and Chance are thrilled to see Apple switching it up a bit for this end-of-month video event streaming, for the first time, in the evening. They talk about what they expect to see at the start of the M3 Apple Silicon Mac generation. iOS 17.1 has shipped with some cool new additions to Apple Music, meanwhile Apple is said to be hard at work integrating AI features into all parts of iOS 18. Plus, TV+ price rises and the rumored 2024 roadmap for new AirPods models.
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- Zuckerberg: Threads on track to be a billion-person app that's 'more positive' than its competitor
- What to expect from Apple's unexpected 'Scary Fast' evening Mac event
- Apple announces special event for October 30: 'Scary fast'
- Bloomberg: New Macs to be announced at end of the month
- Report: AI features in development for iOS 18, Siri, Apple Music, Xcode and more
- Apple planning major AirPods refresh including new AirPods 4, AirPods Max, and more
- Apple releases iOS 17.1 with AirDrop, StandBy, and Music features plus 7 bug fixes
- iOS 17.1 available now with these new features and bug fixes
- Report: Apple planning revamped TV app, will discontinue dedicated iTunes movie and TV show apps
- Apple TV+, Arcade, and News+ subscription price increases from today
- Apple Announces October 30 Event, Held At 5 PM Pacific — Benjamin Mayo
New Apple Pencil, cheaper Vision Pro details, iPhone 15 sales stumble
Benjamin and Chance analyze the good and (mostly) bad of the Apple Pencil lineup, following the announcement of the new USB-C model this week. Also, there are details about what Apple will cut from a cheaper Vision Pro model; how critical is EyeSight to the product, really? Listeners back up Chance’s poor CarPlay GPS experiences, more iPhone camera testing at ACL, and Apple TV+'s new film strategy begins today.
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- This CarPlay GPS bug makes Apple Maps unusable and dangerous
- iPhone 15 Pro Max 5x daylight zoom test at ACL
- iPhone 15 reportedly selling worse than iPhone 14 in China
- Apple unveils cheaper Apple Pencil with USB-C port and more
- Apple Pencil USB-C vs Apple Pencil 2 vs 1
- Cheaper next-gen Apple Vision headset will likely drop EyeSight feature to save on cost
- Apple ends partnership with John Lasseter's Skydance Animation, 'Spellbound' going to Netflix
- Netflix will now charge up to $23/month for access after latest price increase
iPhone 15 Pro Max camera experiences, iOS 17.1 beta 3, CarPlay bugs
Chance discusses his experience using the iPhone 15 Pro Max to take photos and videos at a concert, and how the Camera app leaves much to be desired for these use cases. Also, CarPlay troubles, the knock-on impact of Benjamin’s phone number changeover, and the iPhone 12 radiation remedy to appease the French government.
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- The 1975 concert video #1
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- 5x > 2x > 1x > 5x camera test
- Upgrade #480: Never Do a Deal with the Preference Daemon - Relay FM
- Review: iPhone 15 Pro & Pro Max – Six Colors
- Apple Wallet app integrates balances and transaction history for Discover US credit cards
- Apple explains why iPhone 12 was always safe to use in France, iOS 17.1 to address non-standard test that triggered non-issue
- iOS 17.1 changes iPhone 15 Pro Action Button behavior
- See Discover balance in Apple Wallet: How-to
- On Kuo’s latest Apple Watch report and the lack of nuance
Apple Watch Double Tap, Apple/Google search deal trial, iPhone 15 overheating resolved
Benjamin and Chance go hands-on with Apple Watch Double Tap and all the changes in the latest iOS 17.1 beta, wrap up the iPhone 15 #overheatinggate fiasco, dive deep into the ongoing Google trial that is revealing all sorts of details about the Apple search deal, and discuss why Formula 1 is a good target for Apple’s sports streaming ambitions.
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- Apple says a software update is on the way to fix iPhone 15 overheating problems
- Apple releases iOS 17.0.3 with fix for iPhone 15 overheating issues
- Does iOS 17.0.3 slow down iPhone 15 Pro to prevent overheating?
- iPhone 15 Pro Max back glass cracks within seconds in new durability test [Video]
- Does the iPhone 15 Pro Max bend and crack easily? Consumer Reports says no
- Bloomberg: Apple held talks with Microsoft about acquiring Bing in 2020
- Apple pondered replacing Google with DuckDuckGo as default search engine in Safari private browsing mode
- Apple has a next-gen search engine called Pegasus, but don't expect a Google Search competitor yet
- Eddy Cue defends Google search deal despite privacy concerns: ‘The iPhone is a much more private device’ than Android
- Apple Watch Series 9 Double Tap feature now available in watchOS 10.1 beta
- iOS 17.1 finally lets you pick the album to use for the Photo Shuffle lock screen
- Report: Apple considers huge bid for global Formula 1 streaming rights
- Writers strike finally over, streamers agree to bonus payout for most popular shows
- Netflix price increase coming when ongoing actors strike ends
Hands on with iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch Series 9
Benjamin and Chance share their hands-on experiences with Apple’s latest hardware: the Apple Watch Series 9 and iPhone 15 Pro. Plus, macOS Sonoma brings some cool new features to the Mac, and the first iOS 17.1 developer seed is released, kicking off a whole new beta cycle.
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- Apple releases macOS Sonoma with interactive desktop widgets, Game Mode, new wallpapers, much more
- iOS 17.1 beta 1: New Apple Music and AirDrop features, more
- Apple Wallet app can now show current account balances from UK banks
- Apple was working on stock trading service for iPhone users, plans put on hold after the market tanked
- Apple explains why only revised AirPods Pro 2 support lossless audio from Vision Pro
- iPhone 15 can locate your friends up to 60 meters away with Precision Finding [Video]
- Hands-on: Unboxing the new iPhone 15 Pro Max in Natural Titanium [Gallery]
- iPhone 15 Pro overheating problems caused by design compromises, Kuo says
- iPhone 15 overheating reports, with temperatures as high as 116F
- iPhone 15 Pro design once again blamed for causing overheating
iOS 17 is out, iPhone 15 reviews, FineWoven case impressions
Benjamin and Chance discuss their Apple Store ordering experiences, and assess the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch reviews that dropped this week. Chance has received his FineWoven case .. and has thoughts. They also talk about their favorite features in iOS 17 and the other Apple OS updates released this week.
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- Apple told employees to keep quiet about iPhone 12 radiation
- Apple disputes claim that the iPhone 12 is suddenly breaking radiation standards
- Apple to release iPhone 12 software update to address France ban over radiation concerns
- AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C reviews: no hardware surprises, software features rock
- iPhone 15/15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro/15 Pro Max review roundup and hands-on videos
- Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 reviews: Double Tap, pink, and Siri responsiveness
- The best iOS 17 apps with interactive widgets, StandBy support, and more
iPhone 15, Apple Watch Series 9, and Apple Watch Ultra event reactions
Benjamin and Chance break down all the announcements from Apple’s September event, including reactions to the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and their latest carbon-neutral environmental initiatives. Chance also retells his experience of his first time at Steve Jobs Theater.
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- Tim Cook learns how to dab (or dap?) like they do in Oakland
- Apple Park’s budget
- “Another Birthday" video
- “Dear Tim” video
- Apple Watch Series 9
- “Mother Nature” video
- Apple Watch Ultra 2
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus features
- Chance’s hands-on with iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
- AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C
- iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max features
- Chance’s hands-on with iPhone 15 Pro
- New Portrait mode features coming older iPhones
- 48MP HEIF setting comes to iPhone 14 Pro
- Vision Pro updates and AirPods support
- Chance made a YouTube video
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Apple event hype, aluminum iPad Magic Keyboard, cheaper MacBooks rumor
Benjamin and Chance discuss the impact of an aluminum Magic Keyboard on the appeal of the iPad Pro, and whether Apple could do more to focus on the education market with cheaper iPad and MacBook models. Apple surprises with an early launch for the visionOS App Store, and we prepare for the iPhone 15 announcement next week with an event-themed #Ask9to5Mac segment.
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- Gurman: New Magic Keyboard will make iPad Pro more like a laptop than ever, with aluminum base and larger trackpad
- Apple acquires 50-year-old 'leading record label' to bolster Apple Music Classical
- Report: Apple claims iMessage not big enough to fall under purview of EU 'gatekeeper' competition law
- Digital Markets Act antitrust law includes Apple's App Store
- App Store launching on visionOS for developers later this year - 9to5Mac
- Low-cost MacBook to compete with Chromebooks – sketchy report
- Chance on Charlie Chapman’s Launched podcast
Apple event official, iPhone 15 colors, new iPad Pro Magic Keyboard
The September Apple event is finally official, and we expect to see the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9. Benjamin and Chance also break down this week’s flurry of leaks surrounding the iPhone 15 colors and cases, the Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro is reportedly getting redesigned, and Apple is testing a new 3D printing process for its products. Plus, some talk about the current state of the smart home market.
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- Apple officially announces iPhone 15 event: 'Wonderlust.'
- Apple September event: iPhone 15, new Apple Watch, more
- iPhone 15 Pro Max starting 'mass shipments' this week, says Kuo
- Kuo: iPhone 15 Pro Max production lags as Apple continues to resolve production issues
- iPhone 15 Pro Max to be the best-selling model, analyst says
- iPhone 15 Pro Max to face 3-4 week delay – analyst
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro dummy units show off the most boring color options ever
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro colors: Every option
- iPhone 15 Pro: Is Apple 'FineWoven' the new leather?
- Apple Watch Series 9 launch might include an all-new band design
- Select Apple Watch Series 9 models will be first Apple products made with 3D printing process
- New iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard coming soon, report says
- Philips Hue announces its first smart cameras, Matter update, and more
- Review: Eve Outdoor Cam excels as a 2-in-1 HomeKit camera and floodlight
iPhone 15 cables, Vision Pro developer experiences, iOS 17 beta 7
Benjamin and Chance analyze this week’s flurry of leaks about the supposed cable coming in the iPhone 15 box. Apple also started up the Vision Pro PR machine, released the latest iOS 17 beta, and why a 2021 movie jumped to the top of the TV+ charts.
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- iPhone 15 charging cable may be long enough to actually use
- USB-C cable included with iPhone 15 may be limited to USB 2.0
- iPhone 15 rumors: 'Ultra' name potential, braided USB-C cables
- iOS 17 beta hints at new Action Button on iPhone 15 Pro
- iOS 17 Apple Maps suggests an offline map to download when getting directions to an area with poor cell service
- Apple decides to support Right to Repair Act bill in California
- Fantastical, Widgetsmith, and Spool makers dish on Apple Vision Pro development
- Threads for web rolling out this week, confirms Zuckerberg
Apple Watch X redesign rumored, multi-room HomePod experiences, iPhone battery health controversy
Benjamin and Chance discuss what an ‘Apple Watch X’ could look like, in what Mark Gurman described as the biggest redesign for the Apple Watch ever. There’s a brewing social media storm about iPhone battery health possibly degrading faster than normal, the iTunes Trailers app is discontinued, and Chance is frustrated with the (un)reliability of the HomePod multi-room experience.
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- Wireless network provider support and features for iPhone in Europe – Apple Support (UK)
- Sync Volume of AirPlay 2 Multi-room Audio Groups on iPhone
- iOS 17 beta 6: Here's what's new with the update
- iPhone 14 Pro battery health and capacity complaints mount
- Gurman: Major 'Apple Watch X' redesign coming as soon as next year, testing magnetic band attachments
- 'iTunes Movie Trailers' app going away after over a decade
- Ford taps Eddy Cue's former deputy Peter Stern to lead services after leaving Apple
- Sync Volume of AirPlay 2 Multi-room Audio Groups on iPhone - YouTube
iPhone 15 event date, iOS 17 Live Voicemail, Apple reports 1 billion paid subscriptions
Benjamin and Chance analyze the salient points from Apple’s quarterly earnings report, discuss the intriguing new Apple Music Discovery Station feature that launched this week, and everything new in the iOS 17 beta. We also think we know when the iPhone 15 event will be held in September, and how the high-end of the next Apple Silicon cycle is shaping up with details on the M3 Max chip.
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- AAPL reports Q3 2023 earnings: $81.8 billion revenue, iPhone sales dip
- Apple surpasses 1 billion paid subscriptions as active devices are double that
- Apple execs tout Mac success following Intel transition but warn of Q4 double-digit drop in revenue
- What is Discovery Station in Apple Music?
- Apple releases iOS 17 developer beta 5
- iOS 17 beta 5 Live Voicemail prompt reduces confusion, but it’s still confusing
- Apple prepping for iPhone 15 Pro event on September 13
- iPhone 15 event date probably September 12, with hybrid format
- When will the iPhone 15 go on sale?
- Apple testing new MacBook Pro with 40-core GPU M3 Max chip
- Apple among tech companies eyeing local NBA streaming rights as Bally Sports falls
- Analysts won't stop suggesting that Apple is buying Disney
iPad hardware rumors, new Apple Watch colors, iOS 17 fingerprinting crackdown
Benjamin and Chance discuss all the Apple news of the past week including rumors about new colors for Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra, the thin-bezel future of the iPad hardware design, new AirTag generation coming in 2024, Screen Time bugs annoying parents, and details of how Apple plans to crackdown on app user fingerprinting with a new policy coming with iOS 17.
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- Apple planning to significantly reduce iPad bezel sizes with LIPO technology
- Gurman: Expect iPhone 15 price increases, Apple tested dark gray titanium color for Apple Watch Ultra
- Rumor: Apple Watch Series 9 to be available in new color option alongside black titanium Ultra
- iPad mini 7 reportedly coming soon; here are the new features I'd like to see
- Apple reportedly prepping second-gen AirTag for launch next year
- Screen Time is broken for many, Apple admits to parents
- App Store developers must detail why they're using some APIs
- Apple TV is the frontrunner to land streaming deal for Pac-12 conference, similar structure to MLS Season Pass
iPhone 15 price hikes, Vision Pro third-party apps, iOS 17 beta 4 changes
Benjamin and Chance discuss all the changes in iOS 17 beta 4, plus Apple starts handing out dev kits for Apple Vision Pro … but will developers make apps for a brand new niche platform? There are also rumors of an iPhone 15 Pro price hike, and Apple threatens to end iMessage/FaceTime in the UK if a new law goes into effect that would weaken the platform’s end-to-end encryption security.
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Chance Miller
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- @ChanceHMiller on Threads
Benjamin Mayo
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- Developers can now apply for an Apple Vision Pro Developer Kit
- Apple to hold developer labs to promote App Store and Vision Pro
- Apple releases visionOS 1 beta 2 simulator ahead of first developer kits shipping
- iOS 17 beta 4: Here's what new
- Threads adds 'Following' feed: Here's how to find it
- Threads web app in the works, but don't count on a Mac app (for now)
- Apple says it would remove iMessage and FaceTime in the UK rather than break end-to-end encryption
- Bloomberg: Apple considering price hike for iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max
- iPhone 15 prices could rise by $200 for Pro Max, claims analyst
- iPhone 15 Pro production issue may be resolved before delay
- iPhone 15 Pro could face 'severe shortages' at launch
- Report: Apple pushing suppliers to develop truly ‘bezel-less’ iPhone displays
iOS 17 public beta, Beats Studio Pro hands-on, AppleGPT
Following the launch of the first public betas, Benjamin and Chance discuss how the betas are faring for them and their favorite features across Apple’s software releases this year. Chance gives his review of the new Betas Studio Pro headphones and how they compare to AirPods Max. Plus, Chance puts Benjamin in his place on GM's plan to ditch CarPlay, and Apple has reportedly developed an internal-only version of ‘ChatGPT’ for employees as it experiments with generative AI technologies.
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- Apple releases iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 public beta 1
- Top 10 features to try out with the iOS 17 public beta
- Review: Beats Studio Pro are here, and they make AirPods Max impossible to recommend (for now)
- Porsche unveils revamped CarPlay experience with climate controls and more
- GM dealers aren’t happy future EVs won’t support CarPlay
- Gurman: Apple using custom 'Apple GPT' chatbot internally as it plans for generative AI features in 2024
- Gurman: First M3 Apple Silicon Macs likely to launch in October
- Actors now on strike as Apple and other Hollywood studios fail to reach deal with Screen Actors Guild
iOS 17 beta 3 changes, Threads bursts onto the scene, Vision Pro rollout
Benjamin and Chance reminisce on the 15th year anniversary of the App Store, discuss all the changes in iOS 17 beta 3, and analyze Meta’s successful launch of Twitter alternative Threads. There are also details about the planned retail rollout for Apple Vision Pro and Apple TV+ ramps up its theatrical distribution strategy for original movies.
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Benjamin Mayo
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- iOS 17 beta 3: Here's what's new
- Threads hits 100 million users in just 5 days, toppling record set by ChatGPT
- Apple has arrived to the Threads party as new platform approaches 100M users
- Threads now available to download: Meta’s new microblogging
- Confirmed: That's the real Apple Fellow Phil Schiller on Threads
- Porsche unveils revamped CarPlay experience with climate controls and more
- GM dealers aren’t happy future EVs won’t support CarPlay
- Vision Pro launch at retail stores is Apple's most complex rollout ever, will require appointment to buy
- Apple shares official trailer for 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' in theaters October
- Ridley Scott's 'Napoleon' arriving in theaters worldwide in November before streaming on Apple TV+
Apple Card tumult, smart display Mac monitor, iPhone 15 rumors
Benjamin and Chance explore the latest developments with the Apple Card, with Goldman Sachs reportedly looking to hand over the business to American Express. Plus, iPhone 15 rumors are picking up pace and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple is making a new Mac external display that can double up as a smart display in a low-power mode.
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Benjamin Mayo
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- Wordle
- Quordle
- Spotify shuts down Heardle
- NYTimes Connections
- Goldman Sachs wants to bail on Apple Card
- Timeline of Apple's deal with Goldman Sachs
- USB-C AirPods Pro case, hearing health features
- Apple working on external display with always-on smart features
- iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 colors
- iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro rumored to feature big boost in battery sizes
30-inch iMac and second-gen Apple Watch Ultra rumors, new Beats Studio Pro details
Benjamin and Chance discuss the appeal of a rumored 30-inch iMac, which could be the Apple Silicon spiritual successor to the Intel iMac Pro. A second-gen Apple Watch Ultra is also said to be coming this fall, faster than some may have expected. More details about how the Vision Pro works in VR are coming out, new Beats Studio Pro leaks, and we answer some #Ask9to5Mac questions.
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- Second-gen Apple Watch Ultra coming this fall, new big iMac 'in early development' with larger than 30-inch screen
- Exclusive: Beats Studio Pro battery life exceeds AirPods Max, Spatial Audio fully featured, much more
- Apple speaks out against bill that could mandate CSAM scanning in iMessage
- Vision Pro safe area limited to 10x10 feet for VR experiences
- Report: Apple Vision Pro top strap helps headset weight issue, but Apple might not include it in the box
- MKBHD claims that post-processing is ruining iPhone photos
iOS 17 beta 2, visionOS Guest Mode, Apple execs discuss third-party watch faces
Benjamin and Chance discuss all the changes in iOS 17 beta 2, and the release of the first-ever visionOS SDK, with the Simulator giving us a first glimpse at the Vision Pro operating system. Plus, Apple execs talk about why third-party watch faces for Apple Watch haven’t happened (yet), and the EU threatens new regulation around replaceable batteries in devices — but Apple might already be in compliance.
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- Here's everything new in iOS 17 beta 2
- iOS 17 adds new 'Fast' long-press speed option to open context menus more quickly
- iOS 17 can tell you what's wrong with your car using Visual Lookup
- iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma automatically generates Apple ID passkeys, now available on Apple․com and iCloud․com
- Apple releases visionOS SDK for creating Vision Pro apps, dev kit applications opening soon
- visionOS gives us a closer look at what we'll see with Apple Vision Pro [Gallery]
- Apple Vision Pro to include a 'Guest Mode' for your friends
- Kuo: iPhone 15 to offer upgraded UWB chip for Vision Pro support
- What does Wi-Fi 7 mean for iPhone users?
- Apple expands Self Service Repair with iPhone 14, M2 Macs, system config changes, more
- Apple might have to make iPhone batteries easier for users to replace, EU rules
- iPhone battery replacement law raises a huge number of questions
- Apple halts showing gambling ads on App Store product pages
- Apple execs discuss third-party watch faces and watchOS 10 design decisions in new interview
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