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Always-on Apple Watch display showing the wrong time? Here’s the fix
A succession of bugs over the years have seen daylight saving time changes cause problems for Apple Watches , and the problem has occurred again this year. Some users are finding that while the primary time has automatically updated for daylight saving, the always-on display has not … more…
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AI apps with hidden sexual and violent deepfake features made it into the App Store
Hundreds of AI apps with hidden sexual and violent deepfake features made it into Apple’s App Store after passing app review. The same apps were also available in the Google Play Store. An investigation discovered more than 400 apps, apparently created by a single Chinese organization. The apps allow users to upload photos and then generate sexual and…
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HomeView could double as a HomeKit security camera, shows code
Apple code sleuther pdfu has discovered evidence that HomeView will be able to serve as a HomeKit security camera. They found multiple options for the security camera feature, with Apple taking significant steps to protect the privacy of household members … more…
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Hands-on: ESR’s 45W Xtend charger is an excellent iPhone fast charger on the go
Last month, ESR released a new set of chargers under the xtend branding – all of which offer built-in retractable cables. They have a 45W wall charger that supports up to 60W with AVS, as well as a 100W car charger with two cables. I’ll largely be touching on the 45W charger here, as that’s the one I’ve been utilizing the most. more…
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Three new iPad models are reportedly launching early next year, here’s what’s coming
After debuting the refreshed iPad mini with OLED this past week, Apple still has more in the pipeline for the rest of the iPad lineup in the first half of next year. That includes a new iPad Air , a new base iPad , and a new iPad Pro , according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman . more…
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Here’s how I’m solving the iPhone Duo kickstand problem, without any bulk
If you’re like me and bought an iPhone Duo, you’re likely a bit disappointed by the options on the market to prop it up on a table. Apple’s official $129 folio with kickstand is expensive, flimsy, and gets in the way of the outer display. MagSafe wallets that turn into kickstands are too tall for the back of the phone, and there aren’t many good third party…
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This 140W power station might be the ultimate charger for Apple users [Video]
I have tested and used countless charging stations over the years, and while many of them get the job done, I feel like there is always some sort of compromise. Whether it’s not enough power, lack of a certain port that I need, or slow wireless charging, I have yet to find one that truly checks every box for me. But over the last month, I have been using…
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Weekend Apple deals: Apple Watch Ultra 4, AirTag 2, MacBooks, AirPods, more
The early Black Friday Doorbusters have officially arrived for week 1 of the biggest deal season of the year alongside the ongoing pre-order price drop on the next-gen Apple TV 4K and $17.50 a pop, and nearly $100 off the new Apple Watch Ultra 4 . Moving over to the Mac, the latest M6 Mac mini is $150 off, the M5 MacBook Air has returned to the lowest…
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Here’s how the new MacBook Pro and macOS 27 are optimized for touch
Apple just unveiled the new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR , its first MacBook with a touch display. While Apple already added a handful of touch optimizations to macOS 27 Golden Gate earlier this year, there’s also a number of new optimizations that were unveiled alongside the new MacBook Pro. Here’s what Apple worked on. more…
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Indie App Spotlight: ‘Pumpkin Lights’ adds a fun jack-o-lantern to your Mac’s menu bar
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight . This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact . Pumpkin Lights is a nifty little menu bar app for Mac that lets you quickly toggle between light mode and dark mode with a ray-traced jack-o-lantern that drops…
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PSA: Today’s the last day to purchase discounted cushion kits for Beats 360
Apple introduced the new Beats 360 headphones about a month and a half ago. I reviewed them , and really appreciated their customizable design, the fact that they offer automatic device switching, as well as their comfort. At the time, Beats offered launch pricing on additional sets of cushions, bringing them down from $50 to just $10. After today, that…
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MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR looks awesome, but I’m not rushing to upgrade
After five years, Apple released its first major MacBook Pro overhaul since the M1 Pro/M1 Max models, and well… it was a little bit underwhelming from a design perspective. The product is incredible on many merits, but after seeing it, I’m not left feeling like I need to buy one – at least not yet. more…
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Apple Maps begins blurring NASA, Space Force, and Air Force bases
You’re not a real space or aviation nerd unless you’ve taken to a map service and zoomed on the historic NASA launch pads or your local Air Force Bases, just for fun, you know? However, a recent change to Apple Maps now has some of those locations blurred from view, blocking anyone from seeing fighters on tarmacs or rockets on launch pads. more…
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Apple @ Work: Next to a growing token bill, Macs might start looking like a bargain
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle , the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage, and protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices…
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9to5Mac Overtime 088: Finally, a touchscreen MacBook
Jeff and Fernando discuss everything from Apple’s big week of new hardware releases, including the M6 MacBook Pro, iPad mini 8 with OLED, and, of course, Apple’s new MacBook Pro w/ PROLED XDR Display. Is finally having a touchscreen Mac resonating with the Overtime crew? Tune in for a spirited discussion about it and the rest of Apple’s final new hardware…
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Download all 20 Apple HomeView wallpapers in light and dark mode here
Apple tonight rolled out the HomeView 27.2 system update, ahead of the device’s official launch on November 13. The update includes the device’s default wallpapers, each available in light and dark variations, which you can download below. more…
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WhatsApp announces four new features to make group chats easier to manage
In a blog post this week, WhatsApp confirmed that it is rolling out four new features designed to make it easier to manage group chats and keep track of what’s going on in each one. Here are the details. more…
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9to5Mac Daily: October 30, 2026 – New HomePod features, 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. Sponsored by Backblaze : Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily . more…
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Apple confirms iOS 27.3 beta is coming next week with Apple Intelligence in China
Apple today took the unusual step of confirming when its next iOS developer beta is expected to arrive, as part of an announcement detailing the upcoming launch of Apple Intelligence in China. Here are the details. more…
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‘Pluribus’ season 2 reportedly begins filming tomorrow
According to a report published earlier this month, the second season of Apple TV’s acclaimed sci-fi drama ‘ Pluribus ’ is scheduled to begin filming tomorrow, October 31, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Here’s what we know. more…
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‘Knives Out’ director launches iPhone camera app that shoots like his movies
Hollywood director Rian Johnson ( Star Wars: The Last Jedi ) announced a new iPhone camera app that uses the same image processing techniques as his ‘ Knives Out ‘ films. Here are the details. more…
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iOS 27.2 adds two FaceTime features, including a personal favorite
iOS 27.2 adds new features to Messages , Podcasts , Photos , and more—including some easy-to-miss upgrades to FaceTime. Here’s what’s new. more…
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Security Bite: This iOS 27.2 camera bug still isn’t enough to make me buy a camera cover
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform . Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered…
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HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot’s K11+ Pro packs strong suction and Apple Home support into a tiny robo vacuum
The robot vacuums designed for large open floor plans often have big batteries but take up a ton of space. The SwitchBot K11+ Pro goes the other direction: a tiny vacuum, a small dock, and Matter support so it works with Apple Home. more…
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Apple TV has three shows with finales next week, here’s what’s ending
Apple TV just premiered Nocturne , a new crime thriller that’s earning a lot of praise . But the streamer also has three series all scheduled to wrap up next week. Here’s what’s ending. more…
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Apple Music 7.0 for Android rolls out with Liquid Glass redesign
Following a month of beta testing , Apple Music 7.0 is rolling out with a Liquid Glass redesign for Android, as well as the new icon for the streaming service. more…
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Hands-on time with the iPhone Duo still leaves me wowed
There are devices you need in your life, others for which you can put together a convincing justification – and then there are gadgets you quite simply want . I said last month that I was wowed by the launch video for the iPhone Duo , despite it falling very clearly into the latter category for me – and playing with one hasn’t changed that in the slightest…
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John Ternus defines his focus as Apple CEO with one word
Apple has launched a wave of major new products since John Ternus took over as CEO, and a new interview with Ternus reveals how this aligns very much with his primary focus. more…
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Deals: Week 1 early Black Friday Doorbusters, AirTag 2 $17 ea, HomeView, Apple Watch Ultra 4, more
Joining pre-orders on the new new OLED iPad mini , M6 MacBook Pro , M6 iMac , and the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display , the early week1 Black Friday Doorbusters start today! While the Apple TV 4K pre-order discount is still live, we are now tracking AirTag 2 back down at just $17.50 each alongside the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3 . Amazon has…
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iPhone Duo: Here are two tips for improving Safari web browsing
iPhone Duo has a lot of software features that are widely praised, but one area commonly seen as an issue is Safari web browsing. Here are two tips for improving the Safari experience on your iPhone Duo. more…
