08-18-26 -
Apple @ Work Podcast: Agentic networking actions
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage ...
08-18-26 -
AirPods with cameras get their clearest leak yet
Included in today’s macOS 27.6 Tahoe Release Candidate is a short video that appears to show Visual Intelligence in action on Apple’s rumored camera-equipped AirPods. Watch it below.
08-18-26 -
Apple: DOJs latest challenge in antitrust case fails at every level
Apple is pushing back against the Department of Justice’s bid to overturn a court decision allowing the company to seek documents from more than a dozen federal agencies. Here are the details.
08-17-26 -
macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 6 adds fifth dynamic wallpaper, get them all here [...
Included in today’s release of macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 6 is a new dynamic wallpaper of the Golden Gate Bridge, bringing the total count of dynamic wallpapers to five. Download all of the below.
08-17-26 -
Apple releases public beta 4 for iOS 27, macOS 27, iPadOS 27, tvOS 27
After releasing developer betas 6 earlier today, Apple is now rolling out iOS 27 public beta 4, alongside corresponding updates for some of its other platforms. Here are the details.
08-17-26 -
Spotifys new Playlist Notes let users add context to songs, podcasts, and aud...
Spotify today announced an expansion of its recently released User Notes feature. While User Notes are limited to songs, the new Playlist Notes also let users add context to podcast episodes and audiobooks in their playlists. Here are the details.
08-17-26 -
Epic responds to Apples bid for settlement talks in App Store case
Epic Games has filed its response to Apple’s request for the court to order settlement talks in the long-running App Store lawsuit. Here are the details.
08-17-26 -
Apple official refurb store: Save a ton of cash with our top picks of the week
We are back again with another series of top picks from the official Apple Certified Refurbished Store. A increasingly notable source of savings on iPhone, MacBook, Studio Display, and Apple TV, we aren’t talking about iPhones some guy’s cousi...
08-17-26 -
Leaker details A20 Pro chips new speed gains
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra will be unveiled next month with a new A20 Pro chip, and this weekend a reputable leaker shared performance gains to expect per supply chain sources.
08-17-26 -
Heres whats new with iOS and macOS 27 beta 6
Apple released iOS 27 beta 6 today, giving developer beta testers the next preview update since iOS 27 debuted at WWDC. Developer beta testers can download the new beta now. iOS 27 is a major iPhone update centered around Siri AI, Apple Intelligen...
08-17-26 -
MagSafe Monday: The Urban Fit is my favorite budget alternative to Apples wallet
Apple’s MagSafe wallet is likely the default option for most people looking to carry a driver’s license, a credit card, and a little cash on the back of their iPhone. Apple’s Find My integration is nice, but that convenience comes at a price...
08-17-26 -
iOS 26.6.1 has fixes for 20+ security issues on iPhone, details here
Apple released iOS 26.6.1 today, a new software update for iPhone that includes fixes for 20+ security issues. Here are the details.
08-17-26 -
macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 6 features redesigned traffic light window controls
macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 6 introduces redesigned traffic light window controls. The new look resembles older Mac OS X systems with more detail in each button.
08-17-26 -
Apple rolls out Release Candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7 and macOS Sequoia 15....
Alongside macOS 27 developer beta 6, Apple also released the first RCs for macOS Tahoe 26.7 and macOS Sequoia 15.8. Here are the details.
08-17-26 -
Apple releases iOS 26.6.1 for iPhone, heres whats new
Apple has just released iOS 26.6.1, a new software update for iPhone. Here’s what’s new.
08-17-26 -
Apple releases beta 6 for iPadOS 27, tvOS 27, and more
Beta 6 is rolling out now for iPadOS 27, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, HomePod 27, and more, as Apple’s latest wave of developer betas brings the new software closer to launch.
08-17-26 -
macOS 27 Golden Gate developer beta 6 now available to developers
After a rare three-week hiatus between macOS developer betas 4 and 5, Apple has now rolled out beta 6 just a week after last Monday’s build. Here’s what to expect.
08-17-26 -
iOS 27 beta 6 now available as Apple tests major Siri AI upgrade
Apple has released the sixth iOS 27 beta for developer testing. iOS 27 beta 6 continues Apple’s summer beta cycle ahead of a public release in September. We’ll update our devices and share what we discover.
08-17-26 -
AirBuddy 3 now available with new Action HUD, widgets, Now Playing, deeper au...
Packing more than 150 new features and improvements, AirBuddy 3 is now available for Mac, further expanding the app’s utility beyond managing AirPods and other nearby Apple devices. Here’s what’s new.
08-17-26 -
iPhone 18 Pro: Six new features are coming next month
Next month’s new iPhone lineup will bring a brand new ‘iPhone Ultra’ foldable, but the most popular models will no doubt be the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. Here are six new features rumored for iPhone 18 Pro.
08-17-26 -
Deals: AirPods Pro 3 25% off, AirPods Max 2 $120 off, AirTag 2 all-time low, ...
With the massive best prices to date, but we are also now tracking AirPods Max 2 at $120 off and the lowest price in several months on AirPods 4 with ANC. Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break also features the return of all-time low pricing on the lates...
08-17-26 -
Sonos just launched Live Activities on iPhone
The Sonos app on iPhone just added a big new feature: Live Activities. Here are the details on how they work.
08-17-26 -
Apple Wallet drivers license is coming to new US state soon
Apple Wallet’s support for digital driver’s licenses keeps expanding, with North Carolina the latest state to announce that it’s launching soon. Here are the details.
08-17-26 -
This iPad keyboard case is the perfect addition to our Back to School tech ro...
If you have kids returning to school or college, the back to school sales are great timing to equip them with tech that can help them carry out their study assignments. Apple last month launched its own back to school promotion, offering a $150 g...
08-17-26 -
Apple will comply with fairer App Tracking Transparency rules in the EU [U]
App Tracking Transparency (ATT) is an Apple privacy initiative intended to allow iPhone owners greater control over how developers collect and use their data. However, the company was accused of treating its own apps more favourably than third-par...
08-17-26 -
New iPhone Ultra leaks cover release timing, availability, and name
Apple’s foldable iPhone Ultra will be unveiled in just a few weeks, and new leaks cover what to expect from release timing, availability, and the product’s name.
08-17-26 -
AI-generated text should be detectable, but Apple needs to avoid Anthropics h...
As someone who writes for a living, you would correctly guess that I’m wholeheartedly in favour of allowing AI-generated text to be detectable and marked as such. There’s just a ridiculous amount of AI slop out there, and an “AI content” l...
08-17-26 -
Best AirPods deals right now: Save $120 on AirPods Max 2, AirPods Pro 3 for $...
The late summer AirPods deals are really flying now, folks. While we might be in for a next-gen and potentially next-gen price come next month, AirPods Pro 3 are sitting at some of the best prices ever, AirPods 4 with ANC just hit the lowest rate ...
08-17-26 -
A serious Mac screen sharing vulnerability is being actively exploited
Apple recently released updates to three versions of macOS, stating that they fixed a serious screen sharing vulnerability in macOS Tahoe, Sequoia, and Sonoma. At the time, there was no indication that the security flaw was being exploited in the ...
08-17-26 -
Apple Fitness+ could be getting live sessions, but probably not
An Apple job listing appears to be suggesting that the company might be planning some live Apple Fitness+ sessions. However, my strong suspicion is that all is not quite as it seems. The job opening is for a studio producer, and Apple is specifica...
08-16-26 -
Its time for iOS to have its own Material You
Over the years, Apple has only added more and more customization to iOS. First, we got all of the lock screen personalization back with iOS 16. That was followed up with icon color tinting in iOS 18, clear icons in iOS 26, and a full-on Liquid Gla...
08-15-26 -
Indie App Spotlight: Notepad.exe is an ultra-fast, lightweight code editor fo...
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Writing a little bit of code shouldn’t be a ha...
08-15-26 -
Apple has a huge product roadmap for the smart home: Heres whats coming
Apple’s home products (primarily HomePod mini and Apple TV) have been the talk of the town for the past couple of years. The reasoning is quite simple: the current iterations are 4-6 years old. Siri has been the holdup for new hardware releases...
08-15-26 -
Delete your familys personal data from the internet with a 55% discount on In...
It seems scarcely credible that it’s completely legal for a company to buy and sell our personal data without our consent, but that’s the reality in the US. In theory, you can demand that companies remove your data from the internet, but that�...
08-15-26 -
Apple @ Work: Understanding Apple Business Manager roles and permissions
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage, ...
08-15-26 -
These are my favorite ultra-slim iPhone accessories for 2026 [Video]
I am always looking for ultra-slim accessories that complement my everyday carry, and I have usually been drawn to how slim tech companies and brands can make their products. Accessories that have excess bulk or lack organization, I tend to avoid....
08-15-26 -
Apple weekend deals: MacBooks up to $540 off, AirPods up to $100 off, Apple W...
Your 9to5Toys Lunch Break weekend edition is here, and so are the deals. We are starting off with a series of solid headliners, including AirPods Pro 3 at 25% and AirPods Max 2 at $100 off on all five color options, as well as AirPods 4 with ANC d...
08-15-26 -
Commerce Secretary says US opposes Apple buying Chinese memory chips
The Wall Street Journal reports that US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has urged Apple not to turn to Chinese memory chips as the company looks for alternatives to alleviate the ongoing global supply shortage. Here are the details.
08-14-26 -
WhatsApp working on customizable emoji reaction sets on iOS
New references in the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS suggest users may soon be able to replace the app’s standard set of emoji reactions with their own selection. Here are the details.
08-14-26 -
Apple adds new MacBook Air configs, iPhone 16 Plus models, more to refurb store
Apple has expanded its Certified Refurbished Store this week with a handful of new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro configurations. It also includes unique iPhone 16 Plus models, Apple Watch, and more.
08-14-26 -
ChatGPT subscribers can now open and edit Google Drive files from inside the ...
ChatGPT is rolling out a deeper integration with Google Drive, allowing users to add Google Drive files to their ChatGPT Library and edit documents without leaving the chat. Here are the details.
08-14-26 -
These AI tools make my life much easier on the Mac
9to5Mac is brought to you by Memoket: The Memoket Gem is an 11g AI wearable that slots beside your Apple Watch in a co-wear band. Press once to capture a conversation, and Gem connects it to what you discussed weeks ago — surfacing the earlier t...
08-14-26 -
Tim Cook on his Apple legacy: I hope people say I was a good and decent man
Tim Cook has entered his final weeks as Apple CEO, with John Ternus set to take over on September 1. In an interview with CBS News this week, Cook reflected on his “legacy” as Apple CEO.
08-14-26 -
9to5Mac Daily: August 14, 2026 Apple TV news, iPhone 18 expectations
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore...
08-14-26 -
iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Pro: Heres how Apple will differentiate models
iPhone 18 Pro will be unveiled soon, and rumors indicate the Pro Max model could have unique advantages this year in a key area or two. Here’s what to expect.
08-14-26 -
Apple takes down billboard after accusations of normalizing electronic babysi...
Apple has replaced a billboard in Milan that showed a toddler holding an iPhone, as part of its newest “Relax, it’s iPhone” campaign. Here are the details.
08-14-26 -
Apple TV has 15+ new movies and its just the start of a big fall lineup
Apple TV just added a bunch of classic movies for subscribers, and the move comes just ahead of an especially film-heavy fall lineup for the streamer.
08-14-26 -
HomeKit Weekly: This iPad app turns your HomeKit setup into a wall-mountable ...
The ideal command center for your smart home is simple: take an old iPad, mount it somewhere central, and give it one job. Dashboard for your home is the really great Apple Home app that solves this problem. Cameras, thermostats, lights, local wea...
08-14-26 -
PSA: Claude Code now enables auto mode as default, Anthropic says
Claude Code auto mode has become the default permission setting for users starting today. Sessions for Pro, Max, and Team users now use it unless a user or administrator has pinned another setting.
08-14-26 -
Review:TerraMowV1000istheeasiestiPhone-controlledrobotlawnmowerIvetested
Earlier this year, I replaced my battery-powered push mower with an iPhone-controlled robot lawn mower. That machine creates a virtual map by letting you manually steer it around the perimeter of your yard. Once everything is configured, it takes ...
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