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
Apple at Work is exclusively provided by Mosyle. Mosyle is the only unified platform for Apple. It i…
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…
36 million Xfinity customers' data exposed – how to claim your compensation
In 2023, cyber attackers gained access to the personal data of 36 million Xfinity customers. Comcast announced at the time that the exposed data included names, contact information, and dates of birth. Subsequently, a class action lawsuit process beg…
Apple Releases iOS 26.5 Public Beta 2
Apple has released the second public beta version of iOS 26.5. This version follows the iOS 26.5 beta 2 for developers and adds a descriptive advertising feature in Apple Maps. iOS 26.5 Features and Changes Although there are no Gemini-supported ar…
Anthropic Adds Routines to Revamped Claude Code, Here’s How It Works
Anthropic's Claude Code features a new repeatable routines capability that works even when your Mac is offline. Claude Code has been redesigned as part of the Claude app for Mac, with new features. Claude Code routines work on Anthropic's web infras…
Apple Releases Public Beta 2 for iPadOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and More
Yesterday, Apple released the beta 2 version of iPadOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more for developers, and today the public beta version has also arrived. Expectations for iPadOS 26.5 Public Beta 2 and Others If you are part of Apple's public beta progra…
Google Announces 'Skills' to Create Quick Workflows in Chrome's Gemini
Gemini in Chrome is gaining a new Skills feature that allows you to quickly execute frequently used prompts. This feature not only saves time but also helps educate users on what Gemini can do when given a webpage. Skills are one-click workflows tha…
A Big Surprise Left for This Fall's iPhone 18 Launch
Rumors continue about this fall's new iPhone 18 series, but there is still one major question mark: how many iPhones will Apple introduce? The iPhone Air 2 Will Determine Whether Apple Will Offer Four New Models or Just Three This Fall There is a…
YouTube Music Releases Split-View Now Playing Redesign for Android and iOS
YouTube Music's split-view Now Playing redesign, which has been in the works since last year, is now being widely rolled out. At the top, you will notice that the "Song" and "Video" toggles now use icons and the cover image is slightly larger than b…
AirPods Pro 3: Better Than the Launch
Apple released the AirPods Pro 3 in September 2025. Since that day, I have been using these headphones every day. I have used them for everything from workouts to runs, Zoom meetings, travel, and daily listening. What really caught my attention is no…
Developers of Vibe Coding App Anything Reveal Next Steps After Long Struggle with Apple
After a dispute that led to its removal from the App Store twice, the developers of the vibe coding platform Anything announced to the public that Apple is excluding a new generation of app creators through outdated app review guidelines. Here are th…
9to5Mac Daily: April 14, 2026 – MacBook Neo Competition, and More
Listen to a summary of the day’s top news on 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcast app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play or through our custom RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast apps. Supported by CardPointers: The best…
Margo's Money Problems Now Streaming on Apple TV with Elle Fanning
Apple TV subscribers can now watch the first three episodes of the comedy-drama Margo's Money Problems, featuring stars like Elle Fanning (Predator: Badlands), Michelle Pfeiffer (Basic Instinct), and Nicole Kidman (The Hours). Here are the details. …
Apple Threatens to Remove Grok from App Store
In a privately obtained letter, Apple explained to U.S. senators how it has been working behind the scenes to address the viral increase of sexually explicit deep fakes produced by Grok earlier this year. Here are the details. Apple Worked Behind the…
Apple Releases Updated Business App with Apple Vision Pro Support
Last month, Apple announced plans to bundle its enterprise tools into a free package under the name Apple Business. The unified Apple Business platform is officially available today and includes the updated Business app. Business Essentials is Now A…
Apple Removed Fake Ledger App and Freecash
According to CoinDesk, a fake Ledger app stole millions of dollars from App Store users. TechCrunch uncovered that another app was collecting sensitive user data. Apple removed both apps today. Here are the details. Fake Scanning App Stole Funds fro…
OpenAI Introduces GPT-5.4-Cyber Model for Defense Cybersecurity
OpenAI has announced a new artificial intelligence model named GPT-5.4-Cyber. Similar to Anthropic's Claude Mythos, this new "cyber-permitted" version is designed for defense cybersecurity and is not for public use. OpenAI's Latest Version Aims to P…
Apple Says It Only Partially Complied with Jon Prosser's iOS 26 Leak Case Notifications
Apple and Michael Ramacciotti's lawyers reported the latest developments in the trade secrets case regarding the leak of iOS 26 design details to the court. Here are the new updates in the case. Case Update Last February, Apple and Ramacciotti subm…
New Home Screen Setting for App Icons with iOS 26
Apple has added many new ways to customize your iPhone in recent years. One of my favorite features is a Home Screen setting in iOS 26 that matches the color of your app icons to the color of your iPhone or its case. Here’s how to use it. iOS 26 app …
New Activity Challenges Coming for Apple Watch
Apple Watch is offering two new challenges this month to encourage reaching specific Activity goals on Earth Day and International Dance Day. Here are the details. Earth Day and International Dance Day Will Bring New Apple Watch Activity Challenges …
Apple TV users can get Peacock for $2/month
Apple TV offers subscribers the option to add Peacock Premium for just $2/month, and now a similar package offer has been launched through Prime Video for those who prefer to subscribe directly via Amazon. Prime Video users can now combine Apple TV a…
Google Meet Voice Translation Available on Android and iOS Applications
Google has started to roll out the real-time voice translation feature in Google Meet for Android and iOS applications after the web version. This feature converts the spoken audio during a call into the participant's preferred language. The mobile …
Interactive 3D Models and Simulations in the Gemini App
Google has introduced the ability to create interactive 3D models and functional simulations within the Gemini app. This replaces static diagrams with visualizations that users can manipulate directly in the chat window. The feature is currently avai…
Microsoft Simplifies the Windows Insider Program with Two Channels
Microsoft has announced updates regarding the Windows Insider program; it is reducing the channels of this program to two main options and providing Insiders with more direct control over the features they access. The company states that these change…
Linux 7.0 Official Rust Support and New Code for SPARC and Alpha CPUs Released
Linus Torvalds announced the release of Linux kernel 7.0. This version uses a round number to help avoid confusion due to the 6.x series reaching a point. Torvalds clearly stated that major version numbers do not necessarily indicate architectural ch…
CPUID Website Hacked to Spread Malware
Hackers gained access to the CPUID website's secondary API between April 9 at 15:00 UTC and April 10 at 10:00 UTC. During this time, the site provided malicious download links instead of valid installers for several popular hardware monitoring tools.…
Anthropic Introduced Claude for Word: Change Tracking, Comment Responses, and Document Scanning
Anthropic has introduced Claude, an integration with Microsoft Word that allows users to directly access Claude's editing features within documents. Edits are shown as tracked changes, comments are managed within the heading, and updates are applied …
Spotify Adds Settings to Disable Music Videos, Canvas Images, and Podcast Videos
Spotify is introducing new video controls that allow users to turn off video content within the app. These controls include Canvas images, music videos, and podcast videos. The update is starting to be rolled out globally today for Family Plan manage…
Valve Engineer Fixes Linux VRAM Theft Causing Stuttering on 8GB Gaming GPUs
Natalie Vock is a graphics engineer working on Valve's Linux graphics stack and the RADV Vulkan driver team. Vock has created a series of kernel patches and user-space tools to improve VRAM prioritization on Linux. These updates ensure that foregroun…
Galaxy Watch 6, 7, 8 and Ultra Users Report Battery Issues Related to Google Play Services
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, 7, 8, and Ultra models have been noticing unexpected battery drain over the past few days. The issue appears to be linked to the increased activity of Google Play services on these watches. Reports about the probl…
Skip the Update Step in Windows 11 Installation
Microsoft has made a change in the Windows 11 installation experience, allowing users to skip the update installation step during their initial PC setups. This option is now generally available after months of testing with specific groups. Aria, one …
Apple Removes Old Pages, Keynote, and Numbers Apps for macOS
Apple has made a change to its iWork suite on Mac by removing the old versions of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers from the App Store and leaving only the new versions that support Apple Creator Studio. iWork Apps Now Available Only with Creator Studio V…
Apple Releases iOS 26.5 Beta 2 for iPhone
Apple has released the second iOS 26.5 beta version for developers. iOS 26.5 beta 2 comes after two versions of the first beta release. The second version has now become the first public beta release of iOS 26.5. Features and Changes in iOS 26.5 Al…
Apple Releases macOS 26.5 Beta 2, Expectations
Apple is releasing the second wave of developer betas for macOS 26.5 and other operating systems. Here are the details. The First Developer Beta Was Lacking in New Features Two weeks ago, Apple released macOS 26.5 beta 1, iOS 26.5 beta 1, iPadOS 26…
iPadOS 26.5 beta 2 and Other Updates Released
Apple has announced new beta releases. Developer beta 2 for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more are now available. Apple Releases iPadOS 26.5 beta 2 and Other Updates The new beta versions of Apple's upcoming 26.5 software updates have a…
Apple TV Will Stream Three Top-Tier Shows Simultaneously
Apple TV is having a great summer season with the return of Ted Lasso, Dark Matter, and more. However, the current lineup of the streaming platform is also quite intriguing and will become even more interesting this week. Your Friends & Neighbors an…
Brian Tyree Henry Joins Apple Original Films Project for Dope Thief
Apple TV has confirmed today that Brian Tyree Henry, who starred alongside Wagner Moura in the film Dope Thief, will be featured in a new feature film from Apple Original Films. Here are the details. Brian Tyree Henry Stars in Running Last November…
Never Lose Anything Again: Find My Accessories
There are many Find My accessories available on the market with various designs and form factors. Here are some of the most popular options. Updated: April 13, 2026: AirTag 2 features and details have been added. Just to remind you, Find My acces…
Security Bite Podcast: Blurring the Lines Between Atomic Stealer, Infostealers, and Trojans
The 9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively presented by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform It's our job to make Apple devices ready to work and secure for business. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines the latest Appl…
MagSafe Monday: Is the Best Way to Secure Your MagSafe Desk Charger a Suction Pad?
I have tested many MagSafe iPhone desk chargers, and most suffer from the same annoying flaw. If it’s not made of solid steel and doesn’t weigh five pounds, it slides on the table when you want to pick up your iPhone or check the screen. You often ha…
iCloud Backups Targeted in Operations Rented for Hacking
A new research shows that hackers still rely on old numbers to gain access to iPhone and Android devices. Here are the details. A Growing Trend of Government Agencies Renting Out Hack Operations According to a situation noted by TechCrunch, three c…
Apple Japan Launches Fun New App Store Spring Campaign with Local Artists
Apple's marketing efforts have been quite remarkable lately. While the MacBook Neo campaign is the most attention-grabbing project, the new spring campaign launched in Japan promotes the App Store with fun commissioned ads. You can watch below. Take…
Shazam Feature in Control Center Improved with iOS 26.4
iOS 26.4 is the latest iPhone update that stands out with many new features in Apple Music. Additionally, there is a music-related improvement in the Control Center in iOS 26.4: Shazam song recognition will now work offline. Shazam song recognition i…
New Pop-Up Ad Added to Apple Maps with iOS 26.5 Beta 2
iOS 26.5 beta 2 has arrived today, and with it, Apple Maps has gained a new pop-up window related to the rollout of upcoming ads. Here are the details. iOS 26.5 Beta 2 Includes Apple Maps Ad Pop-Up Apple announced that ads will be coming to Apple…
America's Largest Airline Supports New Flight Cards in Wallet for iOS 26
With iOS 26, Apple has introduced a refreshed experience for airline flight cards in Apple Wallet. As of today, this feature is supported by the four largest airlines in the United States. Delta, United, and Southwest began supporting the iOS 26 fli…
The Launch of iPhone Fold May Be Challenging
Today, a new report by Digitimes states that there is a hurdle in the production of Apple's anticipated iPhone Fold. According to "sources in the company's supply chain," the mass production of the device has been shifted from July to August this yea…
Deals: AirPods Pro 3 for $199, $100 off all Apple Watch Series 11 models, M4 MacBook Air clearance prices discounted up to $300, and more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break headline is the return of one of the lowest prices on the AirPods Pro 3, alongside Amazon’s $100 discount on all Apple Watch Series 11 models starting at $299. We also see the return of M4 MacBook Air clearance prices dis…
New MacBook Neo Promises a Major Upgrade
Last week, a new report about the success of the MacBook Neo included details about Apple’s plans for the product's successor, and the next generation Neo already promises a significant upgrade. The New MacBook Neo’s A19 Pro Chip Will Offer Three Ad…
Trendforce Says the Key to the Invisible Bend in iPhone Ultra Could Be High-Tech Adhesive
It is believed that Apple has been waiting for many years to launch its first foldable iPhone. A significant part of this was the company's dissatisfaction with the very noticeable bend in competing models. This foldable iPhone is expected to be rele…
Former AI Chief John Giannandrea Officially Leaves Apple
John Giannandrea’s tenure at Apple officially ends this week. Giannandrea joined Apple in 2018 after eight years at Google, where he began managing the company’s machine learning and AI strategy. However, in December of last year, Apple announced th…
You Can Create a Colorful MacBook Neo with Official Apple Parts for Just $39
The MacBook Neo is available in fun color options, but some people want to take it a step further to give their machines a more personal look. Some do this with skins, cases, or silicone key covers, but you can change the color combination using off…
Apple Glasses are Coming with High-Quality Designs and Premium Materials
According to Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, Apple is actively testing at least four different frame styles for its upcoming smart glasses project. Apple is relying on superior design taste to stand out from competitors like Ray-Ban Meta Glasses. The re…
Five Refurbished iPhones Still Performing Well Under 500 Dollars in 2026
If you want to buy a new iPhone but don’t want the iPhone 17, it can often be difficult to find something within a tighter budget. Of course, Apple offers the iPhone 17e for $599 - but not everyone sees this as an attractive phone. Fortunately, there…
Belkin's New 25W Compact MagSafe Charging Stations
Belkin has launched two new Qi2.2 chargers offering 25W MagSafe charging with an ultra-compact design. While these products generally focus on the Apple ecosystem, Belkin's new 3-in-1 product offers a modular structure that allows Android users to us…
Current Best New MacBook Deals: April 2026 Buyer’s Guide
During the Apple Silicon era, MacBooks are more affordable than ever. Nowadays, you can buy a MacBook Air with 512GB storage and 16GB memory directly from Apple for $1099; whereas such a configuration used to cost $1599 a few years ago. Moreover, we …
This accessory allows you to play Switch 2 games on your iPad or iMac screen in 4K resolution
Apple has been offering excellent display panels in iMacs for years, but for a long time, there was no way to use them outside of macOS. There was a feature called Target Display Mode, but that has long been removed. This situation has been disappoin…
Deals: $150 Off 1TB M5 MacBook Air, Up to 48% Off Apple Thunderbolt 5 Cables, Magic Keyboard at Great Price on Amazon, and More
Among today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break headlines, Amazon features Apple’s most affordable 1TB M5 MacBook Air with a $150 discount in all colors. Additionally, there are rare $99 price drops on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and refurbished product deals with $1…
Tribit StormBox Micro 3: My Favorite Travel Speaker is Better and More Affordable
Technology can advance quite rapidly, but the Bluetooth speaker that still travels with me was the same one I used for four years until last week. It has finally been replaced by the Tribit StormBox Micro 3. To be honest, the changes are quite modest…
YouTube Premium Experiences Monthly Price Increase of $4 in the U.S.
Google is implementing a price increase for YouTube Premium plans in the U.S., with prices rising up to $4 per month. The new YouTube Premium prices for new subscribers in the U.S. are as follows: Individual: $15.99/month, up from $13.99 Family: …
Indie App Spotlight: ‘PackGoat’ Helps You Plan Your Travels Smartly
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we introduce the latest apps in the indie app world. If you are a developer and want your app to be featured, please contact us. Packing for travel can sometimes be stressful. Pac…
How Mac Changed the Way I Clear Mental Clutter
There is a section on Apple’s macOS 26 Tahoe website that says "Calm in Brainstorming." This slogan introduces the renewed version of Spotlight, but for me, there is another more applicable Mac experience. Transitioning from iPhone to Every Apple Dev…
Why AirPods Pro 3 Offers More Upgrade Value Than You Expect?
When AirPods Pro 3 first hit the market, I was a bit hesitant about the upgrade. I thought AirPods Pro 2 was still excellent. Moreover, one of the most important features of AirPods Pro 3, Live Translation, was also coming to AirPods Pro 2. However, …