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No, iOS 18.1 beta didn’t leak the new Apple Watch Series 10 design
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Apple will hold a special event on Monday, and in addition to new iPhones, the company is also expected to introduce Apple Watch Series 10. Rumors suggest that the Series 10 models will have a new slimmer design with larger displays. But no, what some people are seeing in the latest beta of iOS 18.1 is not the new Apple Watch Series 10.
Expand Expanding CloseThis iPhone 16 Pro camera upgrade will fix a major pain point
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The iPhone 16 Pro unveiling is only days away, but we already know what to expect. One key camera upgrade coming is a brand new 48MP Ultra Wide camera. I never take Ultra Wide 0.5x shots, but I’m thrilled about this change for one reason: no more anxiety when I see the flower icon in the Camera app.
Expand Expanding CloseAirPods Max 2 coming soon: Here’s what to expect
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Apple’s big lineup for this fall is nearly ready for launch. The iPhone 16 event is only days away, and there’s a long-awaited product likely to make an appearance: AirPods Max 2. Historically, Apple prefers launching new AirPods products at its September events, so the wait for AirPods Max 2 should be over soon. Here’s what to expect from the new AirPods Max 2.
Expand Expanding CloseGet a new MacBook every two years with this upgrade program
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This might just be the MacBook upgrade program that Apple refuses to offer. Upgraded is a new subscription service powered by trusted partners that helps you get a new Mac every two years. Monthly payments start at just $36.06 with 0% interest, and AppleCare+ is included in the price.
Here’s how it works…
Expand Expanding CloseReeder launches new app that unites RSS with video, audio, and social feeds
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Reeder, the 15-year-old RSS reader for Apple devices, just launched a major new version that takes the app in entirely new directions. The new Reeder brings together RSS feeds with all kinds of other data sources. Podcasts, YouTube, Mastodon and Bluesky feeds, subreddits, and more can now live alongside your RSS feeds.
Expand Expanding CloseLast minute Apple event rumors, plastic Apple Watch SE appeal, and new Mac mini
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Benjamin and Chance get hyped for Apple’s upcoming ‘Glowtime’ September event, discussing some last-minute rumors and leaks about the products on deck. They discuss the market for the rumored plastic body Apple Watch SE, the latest on the M4 Mac mini redesign, and the iOS 18 Sports app gets a feature it should have had from the beginning.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin checks in with Chance’s Vision Pro usage and rallies against the narrative that “AI” has somehow supplanted “AR”.
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9to5Mac Daily: September 5, 2024 – Powerbeats teaser, Apple Music stations
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These are the best reviewed shows on Apple TV+
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Have an Apple TV+ subscription and wondering what to watch next? Apple’s streaming service is home to a host of original programming, but unlike bigger streamers (e.g., Netflix), its shows don’t always get much buzz—even the really great ones. But there’s a lot of content worth your time.
Here are the best reviewed shows available on Apple TV+, sorted by Rotten Tomatoes scores.
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Google Photos starts rolling out Ask Photos — how to join waitlist
After being previewed at I/O 2024 in May, Google Photos is now rolling out “early access” to Ask Photos to select US users on Android and iOS.
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DJI Neo: A hands free, budget friendly drone to capture every moment
DJI released its newest drone offering, Neo, an ultra-light, hands-free, and budget drone that still packs everything you need to capture the moment without compromises. A first-of-its-kind drone for the company, it will compete directly with Hover Air’s X1 Pro and X1 Pro Max.
Expand Expanding CloseThe best Apple Intelligence features for iPhone 16 you won’t want to miss
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The iPhone 16 launch is almost here. One of the tentpole features for the new lineup of 16 and 16 Pro models is Apple Intelligence. Not all of the coming AI features are made equal, though. Here are the top three Apple Intelligence features for iPhone 16 that you won’t want to miss.
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Deals: M2 iPad Air $729, M2 iPad Pro $800 off, 15W 3-in-1 MagSafe stand $75, HomeKit gear, and more
Alongside a series of exciting new gear coming from IFA today, including the new Twelve South charger with Apple Find My and Belkin’s fabric-wrapped Qi2 15W MagSafe Duo, we are also tracking some solid deals. First up, we have a nice $70 drop on Apple’s most affordable new 13-inch M2 iPad Air joined by a massive $800 in savings on the 13-inch 2TB M2 iPad Pro as part of Best Buy latest flash sale. From there, the latest Anker 15W Qi2 3-in-1 MagGo Charging Stand dropped down to $75 today to sit next to solid offers on Siri and Thread-enabled smart home gear and, if you’re quick, the return of the $500 price drop on the M3 Pro MacBook Pro at $1,499. Check it all our below.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Arcade Guide: Everything available and what’s new?
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Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added regularly with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the available Apple Arcade games plus the latest releases.
Expand Expanding Close‘Find My’ is finally coming to Korea, with spring 2025 launch
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Apple’s ‘Find My’ app and service have been available as iPhone features in the US and many other territories for years. But never, previously, in Korea. Now, Apple has announced that the wait for South Korean users is almost over.
Expand Expanding ClosePhilips announces new generation Hue Play box with HDMI 2.1 and new light effects
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Philips has just announced a new generation of its Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box, which lets owners of Hue bulbs synchronize their smart lights with the content on their TV. The new version features a number of enhancements, including HDMI 2.1 with support for higher resolutions as well as new light effects.
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Twelve South debuts new USB-C PlugBug wall charger – the ‘world’s first’ power supply with Apple Find My
Today, Twelve South debuting its new USB-C wall charger with Find My. The next-generation PlugBug is said to be “the world’s first power supply with Find My,” upgrading its existing lineup of power adapters with a pair of new models complete with support for Apple’s tracking network. Now available for purchase in a 2-port 50W setup or a 4-port 120W model, head below for a closer look at what the new travel-friendly PlugBug is all about.
Expand Expanding CloseAnker launches Qi2 enabled accessories for new iPhone 16 lineup
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I’ve been using Anker products for years, and they’ve never let me down. Whether it’s a power bank, a charging station, or a USB-C cable, Anker always delivers solid, reliable gear. Their newly launched MagGo series fits that same mold. Here’s a quick look at what these new releases bring and if they are something you should consider for your old or new iPhone.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Watch ECG feature saves pregnant woman and her baby
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We’ve already seen a lot of reports about how the Apple Watch has saved people’s lives, and here we are with another one. This time, Rachel Manalo says that Apple Watch saved her life and the life of her baby, as the ECG feature helped her discover that something wasn’t right about her health.
Expand Expanding CloseBluetooth 6.0 brings new technology that will help Apple improve its Find My network
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The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (Bluetooth SIG) announced this week the specifications for the next generation of technology called “Bluetooth 6.0.” It brings a number of enhancements to the wireless protocol, but one of them will help Apple improve its Find My network for tracking devices.
Expand Expanding CloseWhatsApp will soon discontinue its old Electron app for macOS
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WhatsApp last year launched a new version of its macOS app that was completely rebuilt from scratch. Although users could still use the old Electron-based WhatsApp, Meta has now confirmed that it will soon be discontinued and shut down.
Expand Expanding Close9to5Mac Overtime 029: The story of LumaFusion w/ co-founder Terri Morgan
Luma Touch co-founder Terri Morgan joins us to discuss creating LumaFusion, early struggles to gain traction, thoughts on AI and creativity, opinions on in-app subscriptions, and what’s new in LumaFusion 5.0.
9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts. You can also watch this episode on YouTube and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more.
Expand Expanding CloseFour advantages the iPhone 16 Pro will have over the iPhone 16
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Apple will unveil its all-new flagship iPhone lineup next week, including the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. If you’re thinking ahead about which to buy, here are a few different advantages the iPhone 16 Pro will have over the iPhone 16 – even though there are more similarities than ever expected this year.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Watch Series 10: Here’s what’s coming next week
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The Apple Watch Series 10 will debut next week alongside the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro. When it does, it will bring a variety of upgrades to the Watch line. Larger displays, a more powerful chip, and other enhancements will push the Watch forward. Here’s everything coming to the new Apple Watch.
Expand Expanding CloseWindows ARM PCs struggle to run games, and Apple may now have an advantage
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Just like Apple did in 2020, many other PC makers are also trying to switch from Intel processors to ARM chips in order to improve performance and energy efficiency. However, while this transition has been smooth on Apple’s side, things are complicated for Windows users. Those who have given ARM PCs a try have been complaining about incompatibility issues with popular games.
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