Why Digital Spring Cleaning is Necessary (and How Incogni Simplifies This Process)
When winter finally melts away and the weather warms up, we all carry out our annual spring cleaning…
Apple at Work: The Biggest Mobile Threats Awaiting Your Apple Fleet This Year
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Grok Sound Mode is Coming to Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay has recently gained support for AI chatbots, and the third app adding support is comin…
John Giannandrea Found a New Role After Leaving Apple
John Giannandrea, Apple's former head of artificial intelligence, completed his final days at Apple earlier this month. Following the announcement of his departure in December, Giannandrea appears to be preparing for his next role. Apple's former he…
Adam Scott knows the finale of Severance, teases 'many' surprises in season 3
Severance is set to begin filming its 3rd season, and Adam Scott hints in a new interview that big surprises are on the way. He also revealed that he already knows the show's finale. There are ‘many surprises’ in Severance Season 3, and the show's f…
Apple's New Products: Latest Developments on AR Glasses and Foldable iPad
Last week, Mark Gurman stated that six new products in completely new categories would be coming following John Ternus becoming Apple CEO. This weekend, Gurman added more to the list, including updates on two major new products: AR glasses and a fold…
iPhone Ultra and MacBook Ultra Are Coming This Year
Rumors about Apple’s plans to expand its ‘Ultra’ product line have intensified. A new report indicates that Apple’s foldable iPhone and touchscreen MacBook Pro models will be named ‘iPhone Ultra’ and ‘MacBook Ultra’, respectively. Macworld report sa…
John Ternus Highlights Opportunities for Apple to Expand Its Services
Apple's new CEO John Ternus built his career in hardware and has not been heavily involved in the company's services business. However, Ternus's statements to Apple employees last week indicate that services will continue to grow at Apple. John Tern…
OpenAI is Making Its Own Phone: Will Compete with iPhone
OpenAI's hardware goals are not a secret, but the company has long stated that it has not been making phones. However, a new report claims that this is no longer the case and that OpenAI is working on an iPhone competitor. Ming-Chi Kuo Says OpenAI P…
Spotify Offers Guided Exercise Experiences for Free and Premium Users
Starting today, Spotify users will have access to guided exercises for activities such as yoga, running, dancing, and high-intensity interval training. Additionally, Peloton content will be available in certain markets. Here are the details. Spotify…
The issue of new iPhones not turning back on when the battery dies
Last night, my iPhone Air dropped to zero around 11:00 PM. Right after it turned off, I plugged in the USB-C charging cable and immediately waited for it to turn back on. But it didn't. Minutes passed and nothing happened. The low battery indicator w…
John Ternus Needs to Adopt Microsoft's Strategy to Revitalize Apple
Microsoft recently announced something quite interesting – voluntary employee departures. In short, if you are 70 years old or older and have at least that many years with the company, you can voluntarily leave the company, retire early, and likely r…
Anker's Prime 25W MagSafe Stand: The Ideal 3-in-1 Charger for iPhone
If you're looking for the perfect 3-in-1 charging stand for your Apple devices, Anker's new 3-in-1 Prime MagSafe charger could be a great option. It offers 25W MagSafe charging with Qi2.2 support for the iPhone and also provides support for the Apple…
Why is the Timing of the Apple CEO Change Important?
On September 1, 2026, John Ternus will officially take office as Apple's CEO. Here’s why this timing is important for Ternus and Apple. Apple's Annual September Event Firstly, John Ternus will take office as CEO just two weeks before the date Apple…
Indie App Spotlight: 'InnerPulse' A Deep, Personalized, and Device-Based Mood Tracker
Welcome to the Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you are a developer and want your app to be featured, please contact us. Mood tracking apps can be really important and …
The Struggles of Apple Vision Pro Due to Unstable Leadership – How Can Change Happen?
Apple Vision Pro has become one of the most complex Apple product launches in recent times. This product represents the beginning of a completely new product category for Apple, and more importantly, it is expected to shape the future of computer tec…
The Naming Scheme of the New iPad May Change
Apple has released its latest entry-level iPad powered by the A16 chip a year ago. The company is likely to launch a new version with the A18 chip in the coming months, but there is a bigger question – what will the name of this new model be? For a …
Is Safari the biggest shadow IT blind spot in your business?
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iPhone 18 Pro Max Camera Thickness and Comparison with iPhone Ultra Dummy Unit and iPad Mini
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max model is expected to be thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro Max due to the increased depth of the camera module. Vadir Yuryev, a YouTuber from the Max Tech channel, shared some data on the iPhone 18 Pro Max dummy units. …
Real-Time Power Monitoring with Satechi ChargeView
Last year's charger trend was integrated telescopic cables. Suddenly, such a feature appeared in every charger. However, now a new trend is emerging in the charging market: diagnostic screens. I see that more chargers are adding small LED or LCD scre…
New Apple TV Space Race Thriller Series is Coming, Trailer Here
Star City is a new space race thriller series coming to Apple TV, and the full trailer has just been released. Star City premieres on May 29, the day the season finale of For All Mankind airs If you are interested in space-related content, the la…
Apple Music manager shares what we think about lossless audio
Apple Music's Vice President Oliver Schusser shared interesting insights about Apple Music, lossless audio, and more in his recent interview with Billboard. Apple Music VP admits most people can't hear the difference in lossless audio Yesterday, …
Leaked Details About Next Year's 'iPhone 20' Screen Features
This autumn, the iPhone 18 series is less than half a year away, but it is said that next year will bring a radical iPhone model to celebrate the 20th anniversary. Here is the latest leaked information about the 'iPhone 20' screen. Design Details fo…
It is claimed that the iPhone 18 will receive a new upgrade at the Pro level.
All signs indicate that Apple's base iPhone 18 model will be missing from this fall's flagship series and will instead be introduced in early 2027. However, when it arrives, it is reported to come with at least one new Pro-level upgrade: 12GB of RAM.…
Cornell's Free iPhone App Answers Nature's Greatest Spring Mystery
As I enjoy the spring, a constant thought keeps circling in my mind: "What kind of bird is the one whose song I hear?" Birdsong is the sound of this season for me, and a free iPhone app adds more color to this mystery. Merlin Bird ID, a great free a…
iOS 26.5 Adds New Features to Three Popular iPhone Apps
iOS 26.5 is coming soon to users with various new features. Here are the new iOS 26.5 features added to three popular iPhone applications. #1: Messages Apple's Messages app is receiving a significant update for RCS messaging with iOS 26.5. RCS i…
Watch How Apple Made the MacBook Neo Promotional Video
The new $599 MacBook Neo became a big hit for Apple with its enjoyable promotional video released in March. Now Apple has shared behind-the-scenes footage of how this magic was created. As a reminder, here is the original MacBook Neo promotional vid…
Kuxiu S4 MagSafe Battery: Slim Design and Smart Screen
Kuxiu has produced some of my favorite MagSafe battery packs over the years. They were among the first to introduce the semi-solid battery pack; this battery is ultra-efficient and also takes safety into account. Additionally, they offered one of the…
HomeKit Weekly: Aqara G400 Brings PoE and HomeKit Secure Video to Your Doorstep
Aqara caught my attention immediately when it introduced the Doorbell Camera G400 with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support. PoE may not be suitable for everyone, but if you want it, you are likely to overlook any options that do not include it. Dual-ba…
The Court Decision in iyO's Brand Battle with OpenAI and Jony Ive
The Northern California District Court accepted iyO's request for a temporary injunction, preventing OpenAI and Jony Ive's new hardware venture from using the io brand. Here are the details. A bit of background information Last year, Sam Altman and…
New Features Coming to Apple TV in May
Apple TV currently offers a lineup filled with high-profile shows, but May will bring several new series, the first film directed by John Travolta, and more. Here’s everything coming to Apple TV in May. Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix When: May 3 Wha…
Apple Wallet's New Digital ID Feature Expands Its Use Cases
Last autumn, Apple launched a new Digital ID feature in the Wallet app. This feature can now officially be used as an age verification method in certain situations on the iPhone. Here’s what it means. Apple’s Digital ID Accepted at TSA Checkpoints a…
Spotify is No Longer the Only Service Integrated with Anthropic's Claude Application
This week Spotify introduced new AI features working within Anthropic's Claude application. However, Spotify is not the only service with the newly launched Claude integration. Meanwhile, Anthropic upgraded two existing features this week, including…
Security Warning: This application notifies you when your Mac's webcam or microphone is triggered
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Opportunities: The most affordable new M5 Pro MacBook Pro with a $200 discount, 1TB MacBook Air with a $150 discount, Alpine and Trail Loops starting at $35, and more
Today's 9to5Toys Lunch Break headlines include Apple's most affordable new M5 Pro MacBook Pro model reaching its lowest price with a $200 discount. Additionally, the new 15-inch 1TB M5 MacBook Air model is also available at a $150 discount. We also s…
Apple TV's new comedy Widow's Bay is described as unique in the television world
Widow’s Bay, a new Apple TV comedy created by Katie Dippold from Parks and Recreation, is receiving high praise from critics. Here’s what the first reviews are saying. Widow’s Bay premieres on Apple TV as a strong addition on April 29 Most TV sho…
Apple TV 4K May Break an Unwanted Record
It's quite reasonable for Apple TV 4K users to raise their voices about the lack of new hardware. The current set-top box, introduced in 2022, risks breaking an unwanted record. A New Apple TV 4K Expected in 2026 The good news is that Apple is repo…
New Apple Watch Dial with watchOS 26.5
A new Apple Watch face is coming with the upcoming watchOS 26.5 software update. Apple's Annual Pride Apple Watch Face and iPhone/iPad Wallpaper Are Coming Every year, Apple releases a new Pride Apple Watch face and iPhone/iPad wallpaper. You can s…
Automate AI Transcriptions from the Terminal with the New MacWhisper CLI
Command line interfaces are gaining popularity these days, and the amazing MacWhisper transcription application is joining this trend. MacWhisper CLI offers Mac users a new way to run AI transcription workflows from the Terminal. MacWhisper Meets Co…
Interest Rate Reduced for Apple Card Savings Accounts
Apple has implemented an interest rate reduction for Apple Card Savings account holders, effective immediately. Here are the details. Apple Card Savings accounts now offer a 3.50% APY interest rate, down from the previous rate of 3.65% If you are…
Deals: $220 off M5 Pro MacBook Pro, $400 off M5 Max models, $250 off M3 iPad Air clearance, and more
Among today's 9to5Toys Lunch Break headlines, the 2TB 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro reaches its best price with a $170 discount, while Apple’s crazy 8TB M5 Max MacBook Pro is available for $400 off, and some nano-texture models are on sale for $220 off.…
OpenAI Announces GPT-5.5 Model Update for ChatGPT with a Mysterious Message
OpenAI is expected to make an announcement about the next model update for ChatGPT, known as GPT-5.5. A mysterious post on the X platform contains hints that this news will be coming soon. NS41, the Key to OpenAI's Secret Message The message from O…
Apple's Six New Product Categories
Apple releases new iPhone models every year, but products in completely new categories are much rarer. According to Mark Gurman, there are six "big new product categories" being developed at Apple. According to Gurman, Apple's 'Big New Product Categ…
Apple Releases Fun Ad Introducing Health App with iPhone and Apple Watch
Apple has released a new video advertisement highlighting how the Health app works with the iPhone and Apple Watch. The ad revolves around someone receiving numerous unsolicited health advice from strangers in public spaces. Emphasis on Health with …
The Secret Feature of Apple Watch for Tracking Healthy Habits
My new favorite Apple Watch and Apple Health measurement is a feature that has been quietly working in the background for years. Specifically, a hidden Apple Watch feature for tracking a great healthy habit: Time Spent in Daylight. Apple Health Autom…
Claude Wins Spotify Music and Podcast Integration
Spotify is celebrating its 20th birthday today and is offering a new gift to users with the integration of Claude. Spotify's music and podcast streaming service is now integrated with Anthropic's artificial intelligence. Here’s how this integration w…
What Does John Ternus Think About Apple Vision Pro?
Last week, Tom’s Guide published an interview with Apple SVPs John Ternus and Greg Joswiak. We covered many quotes here, but Apple’s new CEO Ternus also shared his thoughts on Vision Pro. Apple's New CEO John Ternus Has a Bright Vision for the Futur…
Perplexity CEO Says iPhone Is Not Affected by AI
Artificial intelligence is shaking up many industries worldwide, but despite some analysts' concerns, the iPhone looks stronger than ever, even with the challenges Apple faces with AI. And this is no coincidence, says Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas.…
John Ternus Officially Becomes Apple’s New CEO, iPhone 18 Colors and iOS 27 Claims
Benjamin and Chance react to the biggest news of the week and possibly the year. Tim Cook has officially announced plans to hand over the CEO position to John Ternus. A calm and orderly transition is right in line with Cook's playbook. Additionally, …
OpenAI Updates ChatGPT and Codex with GPT-5.5: 'A New Class of Intelligence for Real Work'
OpenAI is wrapping up a busy announcement week with the latest model update for ChatGPT and Codex, GPT-5.5. The company describes its new model as "a new class of intelligence for real work." OpenAI Claims GPT-5.5 is the Smartest and Most Intuitive M…
Apple TV Returns This Summer with Two Major Hit Series
Apple TV is currently airing three top-tier series, but it is also building a strong lineup for the summer. This lineup is bolstered by the return of two of the biggest hit series of all time. #1: Silo, the dystopian sci-fi hit, returns this July …
Apple TV Wins Two Awards at the 2026 Peabody Awards
Apple TV won two awards this year at the Peabody Awards from a total of five nominations. Here are the details. Apple TV Wins Two Awards from Five Nominations Apple won two awards at the 2026 Peabody Awards. The winners' ceremony will be held on Ma…
Apple among companies opposing proposed clean energy reporting changes
A group of 66 companies and industry organizations, including Apple, has issued a joint statement against proposed changes regarding how companies report their clean energy usage. Here are the details. Companies say proposed changes could backfire …
Ending of Rewards and Linked Account Support with Apple Pay
Discover is informing cardholders about changes regarding how their cards work with Apple Pay. It is stated that two features will end as of June 4. Here are the details. Despite the loss of these two features, Apple Pay integration will continue I…
Apple Invitations Adds New Features for iPhone 7
Apple Invitations has added seven new features with its second new version in the last two months. One of the standout features is an iMessage app that allows you to share invitations without leaving the Invitations app. Apple Invitations Now Includ…
Google to Launch Gucci-Branded Android XR Smart Glasses in 2027
Kering, the fashion group behind Gucci, has announced a partnership with Google to develop luxury smart glasses set to be released in 2027. The glasses will operate on Google's Android XR platform for augmented reality devices and will feature light…
Windows 11 April 2026 Update KB5083769 Triggers BitLocker Recovery Screens
Microsoft has confirmed that the Windows 11 April 2026 security update KB5083769, released on April 14, causes some devices to boot directly to the BitLocker recovery screen instead of going to the desktop. Affected users need to enter the BitLocker …
Google Wallet Adds Flight Updates to Lock Screen for Android 16 Devices
Google Wallet has expanded its Live Updates feature, which includes real-time flight information. Now, departure times, flight duration, estimated arrival times, and gate changes are displayed directly on the lock screen or always-on display. This up…
Google and Back Market Introduced a $3 ChromeOS Flex USB Kit for Windows 10 Users
Google, in collaboration with refurbished technology retailer Back Market, has introduced a physical ChromeOS Flex USB Kit priced at $3. This kit targets users who still use Windows 10 on hardware that does not meet the system requirements for Window…
Microsoft Cuts Game Pass Ultimate to 23 Dollars and PC Game Pass to 14 Dollars, But Delays a Year for Call of Duty
Microsoft has reduced prices for its two most expensive tiers of Game Pass. The Ultimate tier of the subscription service is now 23 Dollars per month, down from 30 Dollars, while PC Game Pass has decreased from 16.50 Dollars to 14 Dollars. These pric…
Apple Maps Adds Sponsored Search Results and Suggested Places Ads in Summer 2026
Apple announced that advertisements will start appearing in Apple Maps in the US and Canada from the summer of 2026. Sponsored results will appear when users search within the app, and the new Suggested Places feature may also show recommended locati…
Google Announces Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixel Devices
Google has released Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 for compatible Pixel devices. This marks the transition of Google to a quarterly update cycle while waiting for the stable release of Android 17. Recently, Android 17 Beta 4 was launched, and QPR1 Beta 1 cam…
Meta Installs Keystroke and Screenshot Monitoring Software on Employee Computers
Meta is installing monitoring software on the work computers of employees and contractors based in the U.S. to track keystrokes, mouse clicks, movements, and screenshots. The aim is to use this data to train artificial intelligence models. The progra…