Apple releases fourth developer betas for iOS 17.2, macOS 14.2, and more
The fourth iOS 17.2, macOS 14.2, tvOS 17.2, and watchOS 10.2 developer betas are now available. The final version is expected to be ready in December. We’ll update you with any changes we discover.
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Supply-chain reports supports half-price 2nd-gen Vision Pro headset in 2025
Bloomberg last month reported that Apple is working on a 2nd-gen Vision Pro headset which could reduce the price by around half, and that is today backed by a new supply-chain report.
The report says that the company is currently working on no fewer...
Apple Music Replay 2023 debuts with top songs, artists, milestones, and more
Alongside end-of-year recaps for Apple Books and Apple Podcasts, the full Apple Music Replay 2023 recap is also now available. This shows Apple Music users a breakdown of their listening data for 2023, including top songs, albums, artists, and more.
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Three new Ikea sensors for under $10 each; Matter support promised for hub
Three new Ikea sensors are being added to the company’s smart home product line-up, each set to cost less than $10.
None of them natively support HomeKit, but the company says that all support the $69 Dirigera hub, and has promised that will be upgr...
Apple announces top podcasts of 2023 alongside new Apple Books Year in Review feature
As we approach the end of 2023, Apple is taking a retrospective look at the last year in media. After recently naming Taylor Swift artist of the year for being the “most-streamed female artist in Apple Music history,” it’s time to check in with Apple B...
More than 100 brands have followed Apple’s example in ceasing ads on X
More than 100 brands have now ceased ads on X over antisemitic content allowed to propagate on the social network. They are following the example of companies like Apple and Disney, which made the decision early last week.
X itself had estimated tha...
Poll: What would make the iPhone SE 4 ideal for you?
The first iPhone SE was introduced in 2016 as a more affordable iPhone option, but it also became the favorite choice of customers who weren’t fans of large-screen smartphones. A few years later, the SE got a slightly larger 4.7-inch screen, but it loo...
Save hundreds on iPhone, iPad, and Mac with Decluttr’s Black Friday refurbished deals
Decluttr is known for offering the best blend of generous cash values and a seamless experience for trading in your Apple devices. But did you know you can shop and save big on refurbished tech with 9to5Mac’s exclusive trade-in partner too? For Black F...
9to5Mac Daily: November 27, 2023 – iOS 17’s NameDrop feature, more
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.
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iPhone Screen Distance in iOS 17 protects your eyes, here’s how it works
One of the new health features for iPhone and iPad with iOS 17 can help prevent eye strain for everyone, as well as lower the risk of myopia (nearsightedness) in kids. Here’s how to use iPhone Screen Distance and how it works.
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