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Apple and the Department of Justice have submitted a joint notice of impasse over how recent Apple’s documents must be to fall within the scope of discovery in their ongoing antitrust lawsuit. Here are the details. more…
iOS 27.2 launches next week, and the update includes code that points to a forthcoming Messages app change: the ability to exclude muted conversations from the unread badge count. more…
Anthropic is introducing a new AI assistant that can proactively manage tasks across connected apps, keep track of emails and calendars, and continue working even when the app is closed. Here are the details. more…
iPadOS 27.2 launches next week, and among its many new features, Apple has also brought over a recent Mac addition: a Siri popup when text is selected. more…
iPhone Duo is almost here, and our in-depth 9to5Mac review was published today. While that review offers plenty of insights into iPhone Duo’s cameras, if you want a professional photographer’s take, Tyler Stalman’s new video has you covered. more…
The Slow Horses season 6 finale is available now, with a shocking ending that is explained by new showrunner Gaby Chiappe in an interview. Plus, Apple has debuted the first trailer for season 7. more…
In this episode of iOS Decoded, we take the HomePod’s new Sound Glow feature for a test drive and try out the new Lock Controls feature to prevent accidental activation of its top cap. We also go hands-on with other changes, like the handy new profiles option for the TV app and Suggested Actions for Messages. Further, we take a look at and listen to some of the assets and sounds from Apple TV’s new surround-sound Home Theater functionality. Watch our full hands-on video as we dive into these changes and many more, and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more. more…
Are you planning to line up at the Apple Store for a walk-in iPhone Duo purchase? Here’s what Apple says about availability to expect for the new model. more…
Apple Music has officially launched its rebrand with a new design, logo, and more. And in a video detailing the rebrand, Apple reveals the new look was actually “made by sound.” more…
Alongside the ongoing pre-order discount on the new Apple TV 4K, Amazon is still shipping $50 off. Just be sure to check out the all-time low on HyperDrive Next Thunderbolt 5 Dock. Everything else awaits below. more…
Google Maps in CarPlay now lets you access Gemini when navigating for a conversational driving experience. more…
iPhone Duo launches this Friday (read our full review here), but there’s one software feature Apple says won’t be ready until later this year: Reachability. more…
iPhone Duo reviews have arrived (read our in-depth review here). And a surprise bit of good news we’ve learned today is that Apple Pencil support on iPhone Duo will arrive much sooner than expected: it’s coming next week in iOS 27.2. more…
We’re just a week away from the official announcement of the first ever touchscreen Mac. The upcoming MacBook Pro will also have an OLED screen, which may include a Dynamic Island, and is said to be lighter. We don’t yet know the price of the new model, but we can be sure it will carry a significant premium over the existing one. My guess would be somewhere in the $500 to $700 range … more…
Apple has blocked eight web security certificates that could have been used by scammers to impersonate legitimate websites. However, one cryptography engineer has warned that Macs may continue to trust the compromised certificates because macOS does not check for revocation … more…
The iPhone Duo is the biggest change to the iPhone’s form factor in its nearly 20-year history. It combines a compact, notebook-style design with an iPad-like inner display. It might look a little awkward, but that’s for good reason. I’ve spent the last week using the iPhone Duo. Here’s everything you need to know about Apple’s first foldable iPhone. 9to5Mac’s iPhone Duo review is sponsored by Craft: Craft will be available and fully optimized for iPhone Duo from day one! But that’s not all – the latest updates bring a ton of improvements across all platforms, making Craft smoother and more powerful than ever on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. If you’re looking for a productivity tool with beautifully designed, fully native apps across the Apple ecosystem, look no further! Check out Craft now and use code 9to5Mac40 for 40% off! more…
TikTok has been accused of profiting from illegal child sexual exploitation videos posted on its platform. The allegations were made by former and current employees, who say that the company failed to properly respond to internal reports … more…
Video captured during the protests in France show an Apple store being almost completely emptied by looters amid chaotic scenes that include cars being set alight. Reports say that looters broke into Apple stores in Bordeaux and Lille as public unrest continues in what began as protests against overcrowded schools with insufficient staffing … more…
Apple is looking for an experienced cellular modem systems engineer to help develop its next generation of cellular modems as the company transitions toward 6G. Here are the details. more…
German-language dark comedy “Where’s Wanda?” is back on Apple TV, with the first episode of its second season now streaming. Here are the details. more…
According to a new report from Sensor Tower, not only did Meta’s Muse become the 12th app ever to reach 10 million US downloads in 40 days, but it is also outpacing its peers in user retention. Here are the details. more…
Apple, in collaboration with Design Miami, is highlighting four creative projects from emerging designers in this year’s ‘Designers of Tomorrow’ exhibition, which opens today at Hôtel de Maisons in Paris. Here are the details. more…
Last week TIME shared select quotes from a new interview with Apple CEO John Ternus, but today the full video has been published, including a discussion on Ternus’s involvement with Apple’s design teams. more…
iOS 27 introduces a new security feature called ‘Impersonation Risk Detection’ that helps protect you against scams, but it’s off by default. Here’s what the feature does, and how to enable it. more…
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Apple acquires a variety of companies every year, and recently many of its acquisitions—including the latest, Samplab—have revolved around one clear goal: improving and expanding Apple Creator Studio. more…
iOS 27.2 launches next week with new features for iPhone users, including improvements across six Apple apps. Here’s what’s coming. more…
Joining the ongoing deal on AirPods Pro 3 down at $50 off, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the ongoing pre-order discount on the next-gen Apple TV 4K pre-order (lower price and shipping faster than Apple in most locations) as well as Amazon re-stocking the silver model Apple HomeView. We also have 13-inch 25W 3-in-1 Foldable MagSafe Charger at 35% off, and more. Head below for a closer look at the details. more…
Perplexity is adding a new local-first mode to its Mac app that lets Computer work entirely on the device. This includes running tasks without an internet connection. more…
Apple’s new HomeView was reportedly mostly finished for years, but kept getting delayed. Here’s why HomeView couldn’t launch until now, per quotes from key Apple execs. more…
tvOS 27.2 is coming next week, bringing several new features to Apple TV 4K users—including some screen saver upgrades. Here’s what’s new. more…
Apple today began selling repair parts for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, as well as the M5 Max and M5 Ultra Mac Studio and the M6 or M5 Pro Mac mini models. Here are the details. more…
Apple says that American companies are supplying “critical materials and components” for both the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Duo. In all, it says that nearly 100 components across the two phones are produced by American companies in more than a dozen states. The company has named two of its US supply chain partners, stating that one of them will be making tech used in the variable aperture camera in the iPhone 18 Pro … more…
Even before Apple launched the iPhone Duo, it was already clear that Samsung was worried. Now that the device has been announced and is heavily backordered, the company seemingly feels that launching no fewer than six different foldable phones next year is its best way to fight back … more…
Apple still makes it too hard for third-party developers to launch alternatives to Apple Pay, despite loosening its grip on access to the NFC chip embedded in iPhones. That’s the claim made by the UK’s antitrust watchdog, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The CMA says developers have reported that the compromise terms offered by Apple still don’t make it practical to develop competitors to Apple Pay … more…
Apple is limiting iPhone Duo orders to a maximum of two per customer in the US, UK, and elsewhere after shipping dates slipped into January of next year within minutes of pre-orders opening. The move appears to be an attempt to tackle the problem of scalping, where people buy large volumes of supply-constrained devices in order to resell them on eBay for well above the retail price … more…
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After introducing limited in-app browser support for certain business links last year, WhatsApp is now working on expanding the feature to all links shared in chats. Here are the details. more…
In an interview with Polygon, Apple’s new head of App Store Worldwide, Carson Oliver, discussed the company’s broader gaming ambitions, the growing number of premium iPhone games, and where Apple Arcade fits into its strategy. Here’s what he said. more…
Following a historic $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict against Apple, Taction Technology is now seeking additional damages, interest, and ongoing royalties on future iPhone and Apple Watch sales. Here are the details. more…
The iPhone 18 Pro has arrived and the 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stations, CarPlay accessories, and wall adapters to max your charging speeds, all of that and more awaits below with more on the way soon, as well as our top picks for the new foldable. more…
The EU’s List of Acquisitions website was updated today with details of a deal struck in June between Apple and Samplab, a Swiss startup that described itself as offering “music production for the age of AI.” Here are the details. more…
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Apple is rolling out a new feature for HomePod mini and the second-gen big HomePod called Sound Glow. This lights up the touch surface of your speaker with colors that reference the album artwork of the currently playing song, perhaps adding some additional ambience to a party vibe. Here’s how to enable the new Sound Glow feature … more…
With the iPhone Duo bringing an entirely different shape to the iPhone lineup, you’ll need accessories built for it as well. BMX built the SolidSafe Duo specifically around the iPhone Duo. It’s designed to fit perfectly on the back without bleeding over and includes a stand. more…
HomePod owners, have you ever wished you could disable touch controls on the top of your device? With iOS 27.2, Apple is finally adding that option. Here are the details. more…
Apple just introduced HomeView alongside a new Apple TV and HomePod mini, but another product unveiling is already set for next week. Here are the new products expected to launch at Apple’s ‘Pro and tell’ event on October 28, including major updates to MacBook Pro and iPad mini. more…
In addition to macOS 27.2 Golden Gate RC 1, Apple is also rolling out the third developer and public RCs for macOS Sequoia 15.8.2 and macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. Here are the details. more…
Apple is rolling out RC (release candidate) versions of iPadOS 27.2, watchOS 27.2, and more. Here’s what that means. more…
Apple is rolling out the first RC for macOS 27.2 for developers and users enrolled in the public beta, ahead of the official release in the next few weeks. Here’s what to expect. more…
Apple has released the first iOS 27.2 release candidate for iPhone. The update brings Apple’s next iPhone software release one step closer to its public launch. more…
Apple Watch sleep apnea notifications launched two years ago. Since then, the health feature has been quietly working in the background and making a difference for people who may not know they need it. more…
Apple today announced its second experience of the month, taking place next Wednesday, October 28 at 10 a.m. PT. The tagline for this event is: “Pro and tell.” Here’s what to expect. more…
Amazon is now shipping pre-orders for the new HomeView even faster than Apple is (most models still arriving on release day) and we are now tracking the return of the pre-order discount on the brand new Apple TV 4K (Amazon is still shipping this one on release day too). All of that joins the $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3, up to $149 off the new M6 Mac mini, and we have exclusive discounts on a few different leather iPhone Duo cases to scope out below as well. more…
Apple Wallet car keys are about to get a big expansion, with GM announcing support for a variety of vehicles across three of its popular brands: Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC. more…
Apple marketing chief Greg Joswiak didn’t hold back when he described the most ambitious figures in the AI race as the “lunatic fringe” of Silicon Valley. The piece suggested that the iPhone maker is hoping to position itself as being on the right side of a growing AI backlash. Given the pace of development, trying to predict the future of AI is a risky business, but I do think Apple is absolutely right about the dangers … more…
Ted Lasso season 4 wrapped up earlier this month, and there’s still no official word on the show’s future. But on a recent podcast appearance, Jason Sudeikis shared a new update on Ted Lasso season 5 and beyond. more…
iPhone Duo became available for pre-order last Friday, then quickly became backordered into late January 2027. However, a number of users have started reporting that their orders now show earlier delivery dates than originally estimated. Update: At first, earlier iPhone Duo dates were being reported primarily by users in Japan, but now several posts from US users mention getting earlier delivery windows too. Original post below. more…
My colleague Zac Hall described HomeView as one of the best ways to spend $299 on an Apple device and the Apple TV 4K as the worst. Almost nobody thinks anyone should buy the latter at that price, but things could have been even worse … more…
Estimated iPhone Duo delivery dates started slipping dramatically, literally within a minute of pre-orders opening on Friday. Even some of those who got in within the first few minutes got estimated shipping dates into January of next year. That undeniably poses problems for Apple, but some have gone as far as calling it “a major mistake” to launch with such limited stock. Personally, I’d say it’s annoying for customers but more of a mixed blessing for Apple … more…
Ahead of iPhone Duo’s launch on Friday, accessory maker BMX is releasing what appears to be one of the first MagSafe batteries designed specifically for Apple’s foldable. The BMX Duo is available to order now and can wirelessly charge your iPhone Duo (or any other iPhone) at up to 15W. You can pick it up on Amazon for $79.99. more…
iPhone Duo preorders just begun, and iPhone 18 Pro has been on the market for about a month. Of course, iPhone Duo is backordered through January right now, so whether or not you’re considering buying these phones – it makes it really easy to think about what’s coming next. more…
After pre-orders for iPhone Duo opened, Apple uploaded an EU regulatory document that finally revealed the true battery capacity for iPhone Duo: 4883mAh. Here’s how that compares to other iPhones. more…
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Apple Watch Series 12 has been a marvel of an upgrade, at least for me. I’ve written about it WHOOP. That said, in my past month testing it, there’s one WHOOP feature I’ve found myself missing. more…
After over a decade of not adopting touch displays on its Mac notebook lineup, Apple will finally be releasing its first touchscreen MacBook as early as November 6th, after announcing it as early as October 27th. more…
Apple just announced its long awaited smart home display: HomeView, and it’s available for $299. That said, the product has been in development for quite some time, being held back by all of the delays with developing a smarter Siri. Now that it’s on the market, some customers have had concern about the fact that you have to move the HomeView around yourself if its on a table with multiple people surrounding it. According to the Power On newsletter, it might not be too long before Apple has a solution. more…
According to a new report from MacRumors, Apple employees are being told to warn customers that iPhone Duo likely won’t be available for purchase on launch day if you didn’t already place a pre-order. more…
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. If you’re someone who collects tons of varying Apple products, Hoardware is your one-stop shop for keeping track of it all. Hoardware lets you track all of your hardware, as well as the software versions, model numbers, and anything else that might be relevant. more…
Last month, UGREEN introduced a new Qi2.2 25W 10000mAh MagSafe battery bank for iPhone. There have been plenty of these, but this one has an interesting new twist: liquid cooling. more…
As part of its iPhone Duo preorder announcement, UK carrier EE has announced pricing details for iPhone Handoff – making it the first carrier in the UK to do so. Here are the details. more…
iPhone Duo is just about a week away from launching, and now that preorders have opened, Apple’s official iPhone Duo accessories have started to hit stores for early purchases. After purchasing, some users have noticed that the silicone case has a little bit of a caveat. more…
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Alongside the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3, this weekend’s Apple deals are headlined by pre-order discounts on the new HomeView (if you’re quick about it) and the first deal on the next-gen Apple TV 4K (or just grab the new Apple TV Siri Remote to upgrade your existing setup for a whole lot less). Beyond that, the all-time low on AirTag 2 carries through alongside some seriously notable Mac deals – M6 Mac mini at up to $150 off and giant price drops on various M5 Pro MacBook models at up to $600 off. Head below for a closer look as well some accessory offers as well as discounts on cases and Apple Pencil USB-C for your new iPhone Duo more…
Following T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom, Verizon has now confirmed how much it will charge customers to use Apple’s new iPhone Handoff feature. Here are the details. more…
Bloomberg reports that Apple has hired Scott Tucker, who spent nearly six years as Meta’s vice president and deputy general counsel for global litigation. Here are the details. more…
Apple updated its App Review Guidelines today with a series of changes meant to strengthen protections against harmful content and deceptive app review practices. Here are the details. more…
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Apple has issued a short statement following strong initial demand for the iPhone Duo, with shipping estimates already slipping into next year. Here’s what the company said. more…
In a new investor note sent out this week, GF Securities’ Jeff Pu and Henry Huang project that Apple will be the only major smartphone manufacturer to grow shipments in 2026, even as the global market is expected to shrink by more than 14%. Here are the details. more…
Jeff and Fernando discuss Apple’s smart home reboot, including the new $299 Apple HomeView, HomePod mini 2, Apple TV 4K, and Apple Home Collection lineup. Sponsored by Rokform: Get your iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo cases today for 20% off when using code MAC2026. more…
The Information reports that PayPal and Epic Games are among the developers concerned that a potential antitrust settlement between Apple and the DOJ might not go far enough in addressing the company’s allegedly anticompetitive practices. Here are the details. more…
Apple has strong pitches for all of its flagship iPhones this fall, but which model is right for you? Here’s an overview of the key differences between iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro. more…
Apple’s HomeView is available to pre-order now and ships November 13. Here are the Apple apps you’ll be able to use on HomeView at launch. more…
It’s time to get your Halloween decorations out and automate them because the gear you buy for October is the same gear you’ll use in December. Set it up once now, and all you’ll do in November is swap what’s plugged into your gear. My first real Apple Home project years ago was automating Christmas lights, and it’s still the easiest win in your entire smart home, and it’s really one of the most useful things you can do. more…
iOS 27.2 is launching soon for all users, but Apple keeps introducing new updates with each beta release. Here are three changes added to iOS 27.2 this week. more…
I previously tested the difference the wider aperture of the iPhone 18 Pro makes when it comes to depth of field. The executive summary is that the difference is small, but definitely present. I said at the time that I’d intended to test the difference it made to Night mode shots when an unmissable night video opportunity had me write about that instead. So belatedly, let me turn my attention to Night mode photos … more…
Apple unveiled three new Home products this week: HomeView, HomePod mini 2, and a new Apple TV 4K. While there’s no new full-size HomePod launching, Apple did announce three features coming to the existing HomePod 2 via a free software update. more…
Joining the $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3 to pair with your new Duo, we are now tracking the very first discount on the next-generation Apple TV 4K – Amazon will also ship it to you much faster than Apple can. Those offers join ongoing HomeView deals (you’ll want to get in there quick as they are starting to sell out), the best price in months on Apple’s 24GB/1TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro at $430 off, and what might be the only iPhone Duo pre-order deals you can still lock-in. Scope it all out below. more…
iPhone Duo pre-orders opened today, but if you weren’t there right at the start, you likely now can’t get one before 2027. That makes the iPhone Duo launch a massive success, but also reflects a missed opportunity for Apple. more…
Apple’s new iPhone Duo Apple’s all-new TechWoven treatment and Pitaka’s aramid fiber, we are also seeing some of the best leather brands in the business ready to take orders for their latest full-grain covers. Those, of course, join some ultra-affordable models starting from $27 or less and you can scope them all out below. more…
I’ve had the iPhone 18 Pro for about a month now, and during that time three main features have consistently impressed me. more…
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iPhone Duo is almost here, so if you want to get a head start on accessories for Apple’s new model, here are our top recommendations. more…
iPhone Duo, Apple’s first foldable iPhone, went up for pre-order today. Within minutes of pre-orders opening, however, estimated delivery dates started slipping all the way to next year. more…
Apple’s first-ever foldable iPhone is now available for pre-order. You can head to Apple’s website or the Apple Store app this morning to place your iPhone Duo pre-order, with the first orders arriving in one week on October 23. more…
In keeping with tradition, Apple has taken down the Apple Store this morning ahead of the iPhone Duo going up for preorder. If you are waiting to buy the new Apple foldable, be sure to log on at 5 AM Eastern Time. All reports point to constrained supply and relatively high demand, so everyone is anticipating that Apple will run out of launch day stock very quickly indeed. If you want a Duo for launch day, on October 23, you need to be ready to buy at 5 AM. more…
The newest Apple Original Films feature, “Tenzing,” is now available to Apple TV subscribers. Watch the trailer below. more…
While Apple is rumored to be gearing up to introduce an OLED iPad mini later this month, an oversight on the company’s French site might have just confirmed the product’s existence. Here are the details. more…

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