Episodes

  • iOS 27 design changes, AirPods with cameras, Apple education store changes

    iOS 27 design changes, AirPods with cameras, Apple education store changes
    May 14 2026
    Benjamin and Chance discuss changes to the Apple education store, the cool new Apple Developer icon, rumors about some design changes for iOS 27 and macOS 27, and whether we can think of anything compelling AirPods with cameras could be used for. And in Happy Hour Plus, we discuss the state of iOS keyboard autocorrect and dictation accuracy.. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Copilot Money: Get two months free with code 9TO5MAC at copilot.money/9to5mac.Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan.Sponsored by Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Visit quince.com/happyhour for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple Developer app gains Liquid Glass design and WWDC 2026 iMessage stickersApple now requires verification for Education Store, adds Apple Watch with discountsiOS 26.5 adds end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging, rolling out nowiOS 26.5 now available: Here are all the new iPhone featuresApple hits milestone in development of AirPods with cameras: reportReport: macOS 27 to feature UI tweaks to address some Tahoe design complaintsApple Plans Customizable iPhone Camera App, Siri Overhaul: iOS 27 - BloombergiOS 27’s upgraded Camera app will be ‘fully customizable,’ per reportiOS 27 to make key design changes to ‘streamline’ Liquid Glass: reportiOS 27’s ‘completely rebuilt’ Siri will include a new system-wide search gesture: reportGemini Intelligence brings gen UI, Gboard 'Rambler' to AndroidGemini Intelligence brings proactive AI to Android
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    57 mins
  • New Pride wallpapers, $599 Mac mini goes away, Apple earnings call tidbits

    New Pride wallpapers, $599 Mac mini goes away, Apple earnings call tidbits
    May 7 2026
    Benjamin and Chance give their opinions on the new Pride wallpaper and watch band lineup for 2026, as well as talk about a new watch face supposedly coming with watchOS 27. Also, in our seemingly-recurring segment on Mac desktop supply constraints, Apple stopped selling the $599 Mac mini altogether this week. Also, the company shares some curious tidbits about its future strategy in its first quarterly earnings call to feature incoming CEO John Ternus. And in Happy Hour Plus, Apple loves to talk about the customer satisfaction numbers for its products, but we give our personal takes on how the product lines stack up. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Bartender: Organize and control your Mac’s menu bar so it stays clean and uncluttered. Visit macbartender.com/happyhour and use code HAPPYHOUR to save 10% on Bartender 6.Sponsored by Shopify: See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour.Sponsored by IM8: Go to IM8HEALTH.com/happyhour and use code happyhour to get a free welcome kit, five free travel sachets, and 10% off your order. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links iOS 26.5’s new Pride wallpaper revealed, plus Apple Watch faceApple unveils Pride Edition Sport Loop for Apple Watch, order todayiOS 26.5 adds beautiful wallpapers for your iPhone, here’s what’s newHere’s the next Apple Watch face coming in watchOS 26.5 and how to customize itHow Will John Ternus Run Apple as CEO? With More Investments, Fewer Buybacks - BloombergApple discontinues base Mac mini, now starts at $799 with 512GB storageApple's most powerful Mac Studio loses its last remaining RAM upgrade optionJohn Ternus joins Apple’s Q2 2026 earnings call, touts ‘incredible roadmap ahead’Apple says iPhone 17 lineup is officially the ‘most popular’ in its historyTim Cook says iPhone 17 demand is 'off the charts', but supply constraints impacted salesApple’s R&D spending hits new record as AI investment ramps upApple considers Intel and Samsung to diversify chip manufacturing away from TSMCiOS 27 will let you choose between Gemini, Claude, and more for AI features: report
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    58 mins
  • iOS 27 to bring AI inside the Camera app, Tim Cook’s biggest mistake, iPhone shutdown problem

    iOS 27 to bring AI inside the Camera app, Tim Cook’s biggest mistake, iPhone shutdown problem
    Apr 30 2026

    Benjamin and Chance discuss whether bringing visual intelligence inside the Camera app is a good idea, as rumored for iOS 27 by Bloomberg. Also, Tim Cook shares his personal highs and lows across his career, Mayo’s iPhone refuses to turn on after running out of battery, and the App Store launches a new monthly payments subscription option.

    And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance kits out his whole house with HomeKit lights … so now here’s what we want next from Apple Home. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.

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    • Ted Lasso season 4 just got its Apple TV release date and first trailer
    • iOS 27 will add three new features to Apple’s Photos app, per report
    • Camera in iOS 27 to feature Siri mode with enhanced Visual Intelligence, per report
    • The new iPhones have a problem turning back on after the battery runs out
    • Apple introduces monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment on the App Store
    • Report shares new details from Tim Cook’s town hall, including career highs and missteps
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • John Ternus is officially Apple’s next CEO, iPhone 18 colors, iOS 27 rumors

    John Ternus is officially Apple’s next CEO, iPhone 18 colors, iOS 27 rumors
    Apr 23 2026
    Benjamin and Chance react to the biggest news of the week, and probably this year, with Tim Cook officially announcing his plans to hand over the CEO job to John Ternus. The calm and orchestrated transition falls directly into Cook’s playbook. Also, we have new leaks about iOS 27 and iPhone 18 Pro colors to discuss. And in Happy Hour Plus, Netflix drops support for the system video player on tvOS, much to the frustration of everyone who actually cares about the Apple TV box. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Copilot Money: Get two months free with code 9TO5MAC at copilot.money/9to5mac.Sponsored by Shopify: See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour.Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Tim Cook stepping down this year, John Ternus confirmed as next Apple CEOTim Cook shares open letter of gratitude as he announces Apple CEO transitionJohn Ternus: Everything you need to know about Apple's new CEOJohny Srouji set to take broader role as Apple's chief hardware officerApple's major MacBook Pro overhaul is reportedly 'slightly' delayed due to supply chain shortagesNew Mac Studio may not arrive until OctoberApple has already teased Siri's new design coming in iOS 27These are the four new iPhone 18 Pro colors, per rumoriOS 27 will drop support for four iPhone models, says leakerPostponed Apple TV series 'The Savant' will finally be released this summerNetflix ruined its Apple TV app by switching to a custom video player
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    56 mins
  • iPhone Fold visualized, HomeKit Adaptive Temperature, MacBook Neo shortages

    iPhone Fold visualized, HomeKit Adaptive Temperature, MacBook Neo shortages
    Apr 9 2026
    Benjamin and Chance analyze the form factor of the iPhone Fold with dummy units start surfacing, and investigate why so many of Apple’s Macs are severely backordered right now. Also, NASA takes the iPhone into space, Aqara launches the first thermostat with support for HomeKit’s new Adaptive Temperature feature, and Chance is mad at the MLB app. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance talk about some of the good shows they’ve been watching on TV recently. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Stamps.com: Send from your computer or phone 24/7. Try Stamps.com risk-free for sixty days with code happyhour.Sponsored by IM8: Go to IM8HEALTH.com/happyhour and use code happyhour to get a free welcome kit, five free travel sachets, and 10% off your order. Sponsored by Gusto: The online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Get three months free when you run your first payroll at gusto.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple TV Remote app Mayo referenced NASA astronauts on the way to the Moon capture Earth using iPhone 17 Pro MaxHere’s how NASA cleared the iPhone 17 Pro Max for astronauts on Artemis IIAqara W200 launches with Apple’s Adaptive Temperature supportUse Adaptive Temperature and Clean Energy Guidance on iPhone - Apple SupportMac Studio delivery '4-5 months' out for top RAM after Apple dropped 512GB optionApple faces supply chain problem as MacBook Neo demand exceeds expectationsMacBook Neo facing 3-week delays at Apple, here’s how to buy one soonerNew video reveals iPhone 18 Pro Max, iPhone Fold dummy modelsiPhone Fold dimensions: Here's how the foldable iPhone sizes up next to the iPhone 18 Pro‘iPhone Ultra’ is the likely name of Apple’s foldable, says leakeriPhone Fold launch could be delayed into 2027 after engineering problemsiPhone Fold is ‘on track’ to launch this September, per Mark GurmaniOS 27: Apple will reportedly let Claude and other AI chatbot apps integrate with Siri
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Apple Glasses design, iOS 27 features, Creator Studio updates

    Apple Glasses design, iOS 27 features, Creator Studio updates
    Apr 16 2026
    Benjamin and Chance follow up with increasingly worsening availability of Mac mini and Mac Studio, as well as some interesting iOS 27 tidbits and the first feature updates to the Creator Studio suite. Also, Bloomberg reports on the design of the upcoming Apple smart glasses, and Apple shutters three retail stores. And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance finds some great HomeKit gear that just works. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Bartender: Organize and control your Mac's menu bar so it stays clean and uncluttered. Visit macbartender.com/happyhour and use code HAPPYHOUR to save 10% on Bartender 6. Sponsored by Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Visit quince.com/happyhour for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Sponsored by Shopify: See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Several Mac mini and Mac Studio configs are now completely out of stock at AppleApple updates Creator Studio apps including Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro, moreApple removes old Pages, Keynote, Numbers apps for macOSApple leaks four iOS 27 features, including overdue Wallet upgradeApple Glasses to sport high-end designs using premium materials, at least four styles in testingApple permanently closing three US stores, here's whyAqara UWB Smart Lock U400Aqara W200 Smart ThermostatSwitchBot Curtain 3
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    57 mins
  • AirPods Max 2 review, Apple’s anniversary, Mac Pro discontinued

    AirPods Max 2 review, Apple’s anniversary, Mac Pro discontinued
    Apr 2 2026
    Benjamin and Chance discuss Apple’s 50th anniversary celebrations, and the same-day news that the Studio Display XDR got $400 cheaper (kinda). Also, Chance reviews the AirPods Max 2, Apple formally discontinues the Mac Pro, and Mark Gurman teases us with even more iOS 27 Siri details. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin explores the latest in the third-party external display landscape. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Shopify: See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour.Sponsored by BenQ: Check out BenQ’s smarter displays made for how Mac users actually work and sign up for the giveaway here.Sponsored by Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour.Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get 10 free meals + a FREE Nutribullet Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple drops price of Studio Display XDR without stand option by $400Apple at 50: Celebrate 50 years of the company that changed everything with 9to5MacTim Cook explores rare iPod, iPhone prototypes in new interview [Video]Tim Cook remembers Steve Jobs on Apple’s 50th anniversary: ‘It’s definitely still his company’AirPods Max 2 review: High-end adds modern features at lastNew Siri multitasking upgrade detailed in latest iOS 27 reportiOS 27 might give iPhone’s keyboard a new autocorrect featureiOS 26.5 beta 1: Here are all the new featuresApple discontinues the Mac Pro with no plans for future hardwareLG UltraGear 27GM950BKuycon Pro Display XDR knockoffs
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    59 mins
  • WWDC announced, iOS 27 Siri, AirPods Max 2

    WWDC announced, iOS 27 Siri, AirPods Max 2
    Mar 26 2026
    Benjamin and Chance talk about the surprise AirPods Max 2 announcement, WWDC 2026 is official, and the company confirms that ads are coming to Apple Maps. Also, Bloomberg reports on the latest Siri chatbot designs coming as part of iOS 27. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin talks about his trips to the Apple Store during his time in Japan. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by BenQ: Check out BenQ’s smarter displays made for how Mac users actually work and sign up for the giveaway here.Sponsored by Shopify: See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Visit quince.com/happyhour for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links iPhone 18 Pro camera may come with pro software, Apple considered buying HalideApple’s upgraded AirPods Max 2 headphones now available for pre-order with April 1 deliveryAirPods Max 2 vs AirPods Max: Here’s everything newApple unveils AirPods Max 2 with H2 chip, upgraded noise canceling, and moreAirPods Max 2: Four things that haven’t changedApple announces WWDC 2026 for June 8, iOS 27 set to be revealediOS 27 likely won't include any major changes to Liquid Glass: reportiOS 27 might include a Liquid Glass slider, but should it?Apple planning standalone Siri app for iOS 27 and macOS 27, per reportTim Cook says the Mac just set a new launch record for AppleApple hasn't caught up to MacBook Neo demand yetAds are coming to Apple Maps in the US and Canada this summer with a privacy-centric focus
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    59 mins