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…
iOS 26.5: New Features, Release Date and More
Following the release of iOS 26.4 last month, Apple has now begun beta testing for iOS 26.5. The update is expected to be available to everyone next month. Here are all the details about the new features and changes coming with iOS 26.5 for iPhone us…
iOS 26.4.1 Now Available for iPhone Users, Here Are the Fixes
Update 16:51 ET: iOS 26.4.1 fixes an iCloud synchronization error affecting Apple apps and many third-party apps. Apple has released iOS 26.4.1 for iPhone users and iPadOS 26.4.1 for iPad users today. This update comes two weeks after the release …
The Theft Protection is Enabled by Default on Corporate Devices with iOS 26.4.1
Apple has confirmed that Theft Protection will be enabled by default for corporate devices updating from iOS 26.4 to iOS 26.4.1 and from iPadOS 26.4 to iPadOS 26.4.1. Here are the details. iOS 26.4 had enabled this feature by default on non-corporate…
Apple Requests Internal Data from Samsung in South Korea
Apple has taken action to obtain internal data from Samsung in South Korea due to alleged monopolistic practices in its ongoing antitrust battle with the U.S. government. Here are the details. Apple Requests Documents from Samsung in South Korea In M…
The Largest Apple Museum in Europe Opens in the Netherlands
The Apple Museum in Utrecht opened its doors a few days ago, just in time for Apple’s 50th anniversary celebrations. Let’s take a look at what visitors can find here. ‘Apple's 50 Years Come to Life’ If you are in the city of Utrecht in the Netherla…
You Can Now Purchase Official Spare Parts for MacBook Neo, iPhone 17, Studio Display XDR, and More
Apple’s Do-It-Yourself Repair Store has been updated today to offer several independent repair parts for newly released products, including the repair-friendly MacBook Neo. Here are the details. New Parts and Tools Available for Apple’s Latest Device…
iOS 26.4.1 Fixes iCloud Data Synchronization Error
iOS 26.4.1 was released today. Although the official release notes are vague, a thread on developer forums indicates that this update actually fixes a significant bug related to iCloud data synchronization. Developers noticed that iPhones running ve…
Report: iPhones Hold 50% Share Among Top 10 Best-Selling Smartphones in Q4 2025
A new Counterpoint Research report shows that the iPhone 17 series is the market leader in Q4 2025. The core models of this series secured the top three spots on the best-selling smartphones list, reinforcing Apple's presence during this period. Here…
Day One journaling app introduces 'Gold' plan: AI summaries and Journal Chat
The journaling app Day One has restructured its subscription to offer a more premium "Gold" plan with AI summaries and the Journal Chat feature. Day One Gold, $74.99 annually for these AI features Day One continues to offer a free version of its jo…
Amazon announces that these 13 Kindle devices will no longer be able to download new books
If you own an old Kindle device (2012 or earlier), Amazon has announced that starting next month, your ability to download new books will be cut off. Unless you switch to a new model, you will not have access to new content. Here are the details. Al…
Astropad Introduced Workbench for Mac: A Remote Desktop Suitable for the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Astropad, the makers of the excellent Rock Paper Pencil iPad screen protectors, have introduced a new Mac tool called Workbench. This macOS application offers a "remote desktop suitable for the age of artificial intelligence." Workbench: A New Way t…
The Finale of Shrinking Series and Season 4 Details
The finale of the third season of the Shrinking series is now available on Apple TV, and today, a new interview with the show's co-creator Bill Lawrence reveals many details about what’s coming in the fourth season. Season 4 Will Bring Back the Entir…
9to5Mac Daily: April 7, 2026 – Apple’s MacBook Neo Issue
Listen to a summary of the day’s most important news on 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcast app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed on Overcast and other podcast listeners. Sponsored by Bac…
Use of iPhone in Space Missions: More Than Just Fun
The Artemis II crew's space suits have an element that adds a completely new feature to space missions – an iPhone. Each suit includes a pocket containing an iPhone 17 Pro Max. For the iPhone to be approved for the mission, it had to pass a series o…
Apple is quite cautious in iPhone Ultra sales
A new report suggests that Apple is extremely cautious about demand expectations for its most expensive smartphone, the iPhone Fold (or iPhone Ultra). The company is reportedly telling its production partners to plan for significantly lower orders th…
Apple's Lowest Score in Repairability Rankings for iPhones and MacBooks – With One Exception
Repairability assessments based on official government criteria in Europe have revealed that Apple received the worst score for both iPhones and MacBooks. However, the MacBook Neo was found to be a notable exception in the laptop rankings, so perhap…
Vertical Tabs and Full-Screen Reading Mode Coming to Google Chrome
Google is rolling out two major updates for desktop Chrome: vertical tabs and an impressive reading mode. Vertical tabs are an alternative to the horizontal tab bar that has been present since Chrome was launched. You can see a list of open tabs on …
New Video Reveals iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Fold Dummy Models
Today, we saw the first photos of dummy models for the iPhone Fold, iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone 18 Pro Max through Sonny Dickson. However, now a video has emerged that offers another look at what is to come. The Video Shows Apple's iPhone Fold and iPh…
iPhone Fold Expected to Launch in September
Earlier today, it was reported that Apple’s foldable iPhone is experiencing production issues, which could delay the device’s launch by several months. However, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman stated that the iPhone Fold is "on track" for its expected…
Steam Link App Coming for Vision Pro, Download the Beta Version Here
Apple Vision Pro will provide access to more games than ever before with visionOS. Here’s how you can start using the Steam Link beta version today. Steam Link is offering a visionOS app for 2D games in beta There are many questions about the fut…
NASA's Artemis II Image Download Shortcut
Update April 7, 2026, 16:00 ET: The Shortcuts API has been fixed and is expected to work smoothly. Here is the link: Artemis II image shortcut Recently in the news, you may have seen that a mission is being carried out to return humans to the Moon…
Anthropic Introduces Powerful Mythos AI Model as Part of Cybersecurity Initiative with Apple
Artificial intelligence is now being used to make software more secure. Anthropic announced a new initiative called Project Glasswing, which Apple is also a partner in. As part of Glasswing, Anthropic is sharing a preview of its newly introduced Cla…
New iPhone Ringtone with iOS 26: Dreamer
My iPhone is often on silent, but the new iOS 26 ringtone made me reconsider this choice because it’s truly a pleasant melody. Here’s my new favorite iPhone ringtone. 'Dreamer' in iOS 26 is a beautiful reinterpretation of the default iPhone ringtone…
9to5Mac Daily: April 7, 2026 – Apple’s MacBook Neo Issue
Listen to the day's most important news from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcast app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed on Overcast and other podcast listeners. Sponsored by Backblaze: Bac…
Make Your Wired CarPlay Wireless
Do wireless CarPlay adapters really work? A few years ago, I got a new car that came with wired Apple CarPlay. I really wanted wired CarPlay, but it didn't seem sensible to change the entire entertainment system. Fortunately, there are popular soluti…
9to5Mac Overtime 066: There's a New Claude Update with Every Breath I Take
Jeff shares his transformation from an AI skeptic to a passionate user, explaining how he now develops custom solutions using tools like Claude Code. Fernando offers an honest opinion on the comparison between the new AirPods Max and AirPods Pro 3, a…
WhatsApp's Enhanced CarPlay Experience is Now Available to All iPhone Users
After just a few days of beta testing, WhatsApp has now made the enhanced CarPlay experience available to all iPhone users. Here are the details. CarPlay Momentum Continues A few days ago, WABetaInfo noticed that WhatsApp had started testing the en…
A Separate 'Always Allow' Feature Needed for Apple Arcade
I really love Apple Arcade. The game catalog is really compatible with my son, and a single subscription unlocks hundreds of premium games. The best part is that the games are ad-free and have no in-app purchases. This provides a much better gaming e…
Apple TV: War Documentary Changing Vietnam Nominated for Three Emmys
Vietnam: The War That Changed America has received three nominations for the 47th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards today. Here are the contenders it is up against. Earlier today, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences announced th…
Apple's AI-Powered Tool for Developers
Apple researchers have published details about an experimental AI-powered tool called SQUIRE that helps developers explore and develop interface ideas with greater control. Here are the details. An Interesting Approach to AI-Powered Interface Protot…
M5 MacBook Air Is No Longer Apple's Entry Level, So Who Is It For?
I can say that Apple currently has the best MacBook lineup available. With the release of the MacBook Neo, they truly have strong options across all price ranges. However, there is also a slight issue. The MacBook Neo has become the default recommend…
Studio Display XDR Medical Imaging Feature Receives FDA Approval
Update April 7, 2026, 12:00 ET: This feature is now available for Mac users running macOS 26.4, confirmed by Greg Joswiak. When Apple introduced the Studio Display XDR last month, it detailed a new Medical Imaging Calibrator feature that allows ra…
Best CarPlay Tips and Tricks
For most people, CarPlay is an essential feature. Apple’s in-car experience provides a far superior entertainment experience compared to the options offered by car manufacturers. Quick access to your favorite apps, integration with Siri, seamless con…
Reddit Removed r/all Page from App and Desktop, But Old Reddit Still Shows It
Reddit has completed the process of removing the r/all page, and links now redirect users to their homepage feeds. This change applies to both the Reddit app and the standard desktop website. Users accessing Old Reddit via old.reddit.com or by enabli…
Windows 11 April 2026 Update Brings Smart App Control and 7 Other Important Improvements
Microsoft will release the April 2026 security update for Windows 11 on April 14, 2026. The update will apply to 24H2 and 25H2 versions. It includes improvements in Smart App Control, expanded support for Narrator image descriptions, tweaks in the Se…
Nextcloud, Ionos and Proton Introduced Euro-Office: A New OnlyOffice-Based Alternative
A group of European technology companies, including Nextcloud, Ionos, and Proton, has released a preview of an OnlyOffice-based open-source productivity suite called Euro-Office. The project aims to provide a locally developed alternative to Microsof…
Microsoft Warns Users Before Publisher Retirement in October 2026
Microsoft has started showing in-app retirement notifications to Microsoft Publisher users. The software warns that its lifecycle will end in October 2026. The message states, "Starting October 2026, Microsoft Publisher will no longer be supported, a…
Google Introduced Gemma 4 with Four Model Sizes Under Apache 2.0 License
Google introduced Gemma 4, a set of four open-weight models under the Apache 2.0 license. The license update from previous Gemma versions expands the available options for modification, reuse, and commercial use. These models are designed to support…
Traffic Violation Fraud Now Uses QR Codes to Bypass Security Filters
A phishing campaign is targeting residents in many U.S. states by sending fake traffic violation notifications via text messages. These messages contain embedded QR codes that direct victims to steal their personal and financial information. The camp…
Google Opens Access to Veo 3.1 AI Video Production for All Users with Free Monthly Access
Google has made the Veo 3.1 video production model accessible to all personal Google accounts, removing the previous requirement of a paid Google Workspace subscription. This feature is now available through Google Vids. Personal account users can pr…
Microsoft Automatically Initiates Windows 11 25H2 Update for Unmanaged Home and Pro Devices
Microsoft has started automatically distributing the Windows 11 25H2 update to unmanaged Home and Pro devices using the Windows 11 24H2 version. This is happening according to notifications published on the Windows version health pages for both versi…
Linux Kernel 7.1 Removes i486 Support for the First Time Since 2012
A patch proposed by Linux kernel developer Ingo Molnar aims to remove support for 80486 generation processors during the Linux kernel 7.1 merge window. If accepted, this patch is expected to remove the M486, M486SX, and MELAN configuration options fr…
Samsung Messages App Will Be Shut Down in July 2026, Users Will Switch to Google Messages
Samsung will shut down the Messages app in July 2026 and will end support for an app that it stopped preloading as the default messaging app in 2021. Users who still use Samsung Messages will need to switch to an alternative app before the shutdown d…
Google AI Edge Eloquent: Offline Voice Note Taking Application
Google has launched a very interesting application called "Google AI Edge Eloquent" for iOS today. This application stands somewhere between a tool aimed at users and an experiment. Google AI Edge Eloquent allows you to "convert messy speech into we…
Apple Showcases Applications Using Liquid Glass in New Developer Gallery
Apple has updated its developer website this week to highlight third-party applications using Liquid Glass to "create natural, responsive experiences on Apple platforms." This is the second version of Apple's design gallery for Liquid Glass, with th…
Netflix launched an iPhone and iPad game app for kids: What does the content include?
Netflix has released a new iPhone and iPad application called Netflix Playground. Similar to Apple Arcade, the new Netflix Playground app offers ad-free games and does not include in-app purchase content. Netflix Playground includes 7 'mini games' f…
Returning to iOS 18 After Using iOS 26 May Surprise You
iOS 26 brought a significant new Liquid Glass design that, in some cases, has led users to report slower iPhone performance. However, John Gruber from Daring Fireball returned to iOS 18 after using iOS 26 for a long time and experienced quite a diffe…
iPhone with Moon Photo: Astronaut Reid Wiseman's Unique Shot
In the historic lunar transit of the Artemis II spacecraft's final approach, Commander Reid Wiseman showcased a stunning photo of the moon's surface taken with an iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here are the details. Commander Reid Wiseman Captured a Striking Ph…
This Small New MagSafe E-Reader Connects Directly to Your iPhone
For those who love to travel but prefer an E Ink screen over using their iPhone, I can say that a company called Xteink might offer the solution you are looking for: the X4, a slim e-reader compatible with MagSafe. The e-reader connects to the iPhon…
9to5Rewards Giveaway: MacBook Pro and BenQ 4K Nano Gloss Monitor
There is still time to enter the giveaway for Apple’s latest MacBook Pro. This giveaway is being held to celebrate BenQ’s MA series monitors designed for Mac. The winner will also receive the new BenQ 27" 4K Nano Gloss Monitor! Check below to enter t…
9to5Mac Daily: April 6, 2026 – Mac Studio Delays, iPhones in Space
Listen to a summary of the day's top news on 9to5Mac. The 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple's Podcast app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed on Overcast and other podcast apps. Sponsored by Backblaze: Reli…
Apple Accused of Using YouTube Videos for AI Training
The lawsuit claims that Apple used a dataset consisting of millions of YouTube videos to train an AI model, as revealed in a study published in late 2024. Here are the details. Amazon and OpenAI Also Accused As noted by MacRumors, a class action la…
Apple Removes Jack Dorsey's Messaging App from China App Store
Apple has removed Bitchat from the China App Store at the request of the Cyberspace Administration of China. Here are the details. Bitchat Provides Anonymous and Peer-to-Peer Communication Last year, we covered the launch of Bitchat, developed by T…
Apple Prepares for Supreme Court in Epic Games Case
As expected, Apple has filed a petition indicating its plan to appeal to the Supreme Court to review its recent setback in the Epic Games case. Here are the details. Some Context A few days ago, the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously r…
App Store Sees 84% Increase in New Apps with the Rise of AI Coding Tools
Thanks to the new possibilities offered by AI coding tools, the App Store is experiencing a resurgence in new app submissions. Although Apple continues to face some issues regarding how these apps are created and behave, this is the situation. Here a…
UGREEN 2-in-1 Qi2 Foldable Charging Station Review
The UGREEN 2-in-1 Qi2 Foldable Charging Station is a highly compact charging solution for iPhone and AirPods with its sleek design and powerful functionality. The charging pad is designed to charge both your iPhone and AirPods using Qi2 technology fo…
Apple is preparing the iOS 26.4.1 update for iPhone
Apple released iOS 26.4 last month, featuring new emojis, Apple Music updates, and more. Now, the company is preparing a bug fix update, and it seems that iOS 26.4.1 will be coming soon. iOS 26.4.1 is coming very soon According to visitor logs for …
iPhone 17 Pro Max Is Not the Only Apple Product Used in Space Recently
It is no surprise that the iPhone is behind the iconic image of Earth in NASA's Artemis II lunar flyby mission. Apparently, the iPhone is not the only Apple product used by astronauts in space. AirPods Spotted on the International Space Station A f…
Disabling Automatically Launched Applications in macOS 26 Tahoe
Does many applications automatically open every time your Mac restarts? Many applications want to launch automatically when you start your computer. This can make your Mac feel slower, especially if you are not using these applications. Fortunately, …
Security Bulletin: Trojan Malware Takes Over Macs, Half of All Detections, Says Jamf
The 9to5Mac Security Bulletin is exclusively presented by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform Our job is to make Apple devices ready to work and enterprise secure. Our unique integrated approach to management and security brings together the late…