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Touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED, new iPad mini, and more
29 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 9 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance break down all the announcements from Apple’s ‘Pro and tell’ event, featuring the new OLED MacBook Pro with touchscreen, M6 iMac, and the updated iPad Mini. Lees meer
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Apple responds to reports of iPhone Duo's inner display cracking - 9to5Mac
Apple unveils groundbreaking MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display
Apple introduces the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6
Apple unveils new iMac with M6
Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever
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iPhone Duo hands-on review, Apple announces MacBook Pro and Tell event
22 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 37 min
Beluister deze afleveringAhead of its official launch, Chance has spent a week with the iPhone Duo and he is here to tell us all about his experiences with Apple’s new foldable phone, including the various poses, state of the software, Touch ID versus Face ID, battery life and more. Also, Apple announces yet another product event, so we preview what the company is preparing to ‘Pro and tell’ us. Lees meer
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin tests the new HomePod Sound Glow feature, and Apple says its new Apple Music logo was “built by sound”. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Apple announces special event for October 28: ‘Pro and tell’
Apple calls iPhone Duo pre-order demand ‘extraordinary’ as shipping dates slip
Here’s where Apple says iPhone Duo will (and won’t) be available for walk-ins
iPhone Duo sells out immediately, now backordered until next year
iPhon…
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Apple HomeView unveiled, new Apple TV and HomePod mini first impressions
15 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance react to Apple’s smart home event, with first impressions on the new Apple HomeView smart display, the insanely priced Apple TV 4K (fourth-generation), and the HomePod mini refresh. It remains to be seen whether these new initiatives in the Apple Home Collection can help move the needle on smart home uptake at large, but it’s a good start. Lees meer
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Apple unveils new HomeView smart display: pre-order today for $299
Here’s how HomeView’s facial recognition works
HomeView will support video apps like YouTube, Netflix—if they say yes
HomeView can display third-party widgets from your iPhone
Will HomeView support third-party apps? …
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Apple home event imminent, OLED MacBook Pro details, Full Disk Access changes
8 oktober 2026 · 1 uur
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about this week’s Apple news, ahead of a bevy of product announcements coming later this month. Apple is reportedly partnering with LG on a range of smart home accessories, and changes are coming to Full Disk Access permissions. Note: This episode was recorded before Apple officially announced its ‘Welcome home’ event. Lees meer
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This tool frees up Apple Intelligence storage on macOS, but think twice before using it
AT&T claims iOS 27.0.1 fixes iPhone 18 Pro Max cellular issues, but users disagree [U]
Apple confirms iPhone 18 Pro Max AT&T cellular issues, affected devices require …
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HomePad launch nears, Apple Watch Readiness score, Ternus wants to make Apple more nimble
1 oktober 2026 · 1 uur
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance discuss the final Apple smart display rumors with a release for the ‘HomePad’ rumored for October 13, although the small square screen form factor remains puzzling. Also, leaked photos of the iPad mini and HomePod mini suggest those long-awaited updates are also imminent, John Ternus apparently wants to make Apple more nimble, and Chance has thoughts on the new Apple Watch Readiness feature. Lees meer
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin argues the case for adding Touch ID to the Apple TV remote. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Apple's HomePad smart home hub launching on Oct 13 with iMac G4 design – Bloomberg
Leak reveals new design details about Apple’s upcoming smart display
Leaked images reveal new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini
New iPad mini details revealed in latest leak
Leak reveals new iPhone D…
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M6 Mac mini review, Apple fitness band rumors, Apple AI servers
24 september 2026 · 1 uur 5 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance cover the week in Apple news, including hands-on with the new M6 Mac mini and AirPods 5, the first round of bug fixes for the new operating systems, Apple Music Hall, and more. Lees meer
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Steve Jobs Antennagate Q&A
M6 Mac mini review: Apple's most versatile Mac continues to shine
Apple unveils AirPods 5 with upgraded noise cancellation, more
Apple releases watchOS 27.0.1 to fix Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 bug
iPhone 18 Pro Face ID bug causing system to crash and reboot for some users
Apple says software update to fix iPhone 18 Pro rebooting bug is coming next week
watchOS 27.2 beta 2 brings the App Switcher back with a new gesture
Apple working on Whoop-style screenless fitness trac…
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iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12 hands-on review, iOS 27 released
17 september 2026 · 1 uur 14 min
Beluister deze afleveringChance has been testing the iPhone 18 Pro and the new Apple Watches for the last week, and is here to give his hands-on reviews. Also, Apple has finally released its new operating systems out into the world, which means Benjamin has tried macOS Golden Gate for the first time. Lees meer
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iOS 27 now available: New features, compatible iPhones, and more
Apple says two iOS 27 features aren’t coming until a ‘future software update’
macOS 27 Golden Gate now available, here is everything new
Apple releases first iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone
Everything new in iOS 27.2 beta 1 so far
iOS…
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iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, and AirPods 5 event
11 september 2026 · 1 uur 58 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance react to the September Apple event in this bumper special episode, featuring our first impressions (and Chance’s initial hands-on from the ground at Apple Park) with iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5 and the new Apple Watch lineup. Lees meer
And in Happy Hour Plus, even more thoughts on the iPhone Duo, and how Apple presented John Ternus’s first event as CEO. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Apple Event News Hub: iPhone 18 Pro is here, more - 9to5Mac
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John Ternus is now Apple CEO, last-minute iPhone event rumors, Apple TV price increase
3 september 2026 · 1 uur 4 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about John Ternus’s first week in the job as Apple CEO, and how much Tim Cook will still be involved. Also, it’s the last chance for iPhone event rumors, with details about some health updates for the Apple Watch Series 12 coming to the fore. And there was an Apple TV subscription price hike, for the second time in as many years. Lees meer
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Today is Tim Cook's last day as Apple CEO, Ternus takes over
Read Tim Cook's full…
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New Mac mini, new Mac Studio announced as iPhone 18 Pro event confirmed
27 augustus 2026 · 54 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance break down an action-packed week of news, with a new lineup of Mac mini and Mac Studio announced, invites officially going out for the September iPhone event, and even more rumors about what new products to expect later this fall. Lees meer
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Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro and foldable iPhone Ultra event: 'Surprise and shine'
iPhone Ultra: what people who've used it like most
Apple launches next-gen Apple Silicon chips: M6 and M5 Ultra
Apple announces new Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro chips
M6 Mac mini vs M4 Mac mini: Here are all …
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AirPods with camera leak, iOS 27 beta 6, iPhone 18 Pro cases
20 augustus 2026 · 56 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about the crazy leak by Apple depicting the new AirPods with cameras in a video demo, the changes in iOS 27 beta 6, their latest experiences with Siri AI, whether iPhone 18 Pro will fit iPhone 17 Pro cases, and perhaps some final resolution in the Apple vs EU App Store commission battle. Lees meer
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Here’s what’s new with iOS and macOS 27 beta 6
macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 6 features redesigned traffic light window controls
Golden Gate Beta 6 Turns Stoplights into Liquid Glass - 512 Pixels
AirPods with cameras get their clearest leak yet
Camera-equipped AirPods reportedly won’t launch in 2026, despite demo video leak
Apple proposes commissions of up to 15…
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Future Apple wearables, iOS 27 beta 5, iPhone 20 details
13 augustus 2026 · 54 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about all the changes in iOS 27 beta 5, as Apple reportedly takes a fresh look at fitness wearables, details about the glassy iPhone 20, Friday Night Baseball on Vision Pro and more rumors about Apple TV sports rights — this time, golf. Lees meer
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Here’s what’s new with iOS 27 beta 5
iOS 27 beta 5 adds option to upgrade iCloud+ subscription for more AI
iOS 27 beta 5 adds new app icons for Siri, Safari, and more
Apple is working on a way to authenticate that a photo came from an iPhone camera
iOS 27 beta 5 lets you make Liquid Glass more transparent than ever
The new iOS 27 beta further expands Siri voice customization options
Apple considers round screens and more radical designs for future Appl…
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Apple earnings, universal clipboard interoperability, iPhone event chatter
6 augustus 2026 · 57 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance return for another episode recapping the week in Apple news, including the interesting details of Apple’s most recent earnings calls, the last of the Tim Cook era. Also, Apple complies with Microsoft’s Interoperability request for universal clipboard support on Windows, and John Ternus recruits an employee out of retirement to help lead his new company regime. Lees meer
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Apple reports Q3 2026 earnings: $109.4 billion in revenue, up 16%
Apple stock opens down roughly 10% following mixed Q3 2026 results
App Store regulatory changes are beginning to affect Apples Services growth
Siri AI may requir…
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Apple Upgrade program launches, foldable iPhone hype, Apple smart glasses release date
30 juli 2026 · 57 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance break down all the details about Apple’s newly-launched Upgrade Program, while Chance gets frustrated with some of the edge-cases of Siri AI. The Apple smart glasses are now rumored for a WWDC 2027 debut, and the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 builds hype for the upcoming iPhone Fold. Lees meer
And in Happy Hour Plus, we review how our 2026 annual predictions are faring so far. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Apple Upgrade leasing program launches for iPhone, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch
Apple shuts down iPhone Upgrade Program, here's what's next
Apple Upgrade: Here’s the monthly subscription cost for every product
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iPhone leasing, Apple Music price increase, iOS 27 beta 4
23 juli 2026 · 53 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about the last week in Apple News, including the rumored new ‘Apple Upgrade’ leasing program, Apple Music price hike, iOS 27 beta 4 changes, an OLED screen roadmap for future Macs and iPads, and next-gen Apple Pencils with replaceable batteries. Lees meer
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Apple debuting new ‘Apple Upgrade’ leasing program next week, per report
The reported Apple Upgrade program raises a very big concern
Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report
Apple raises prices for Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions
Apple Music pokes fun at latest Spotify price increase
Here’s what’s new with iOS 27 beta 4
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iOS 27 beta 4 mentions new iPhone model with multi-battery feature
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iOS 27 public betas are out, Siri AI hands on, and Apple sues OpenAI
16 juli 2026 · 1 uur 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about their latest experiences with iOS 27 and Siri AI, with Apple releasing the public betas this week so anyone in the whole world can give the new software a go. The company also sued OpenAI this week in a high-profile case over alleged trade secrets theft. And, as is tradition, the Apple Store Back to School offer underwhelms. Lees meer
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Apple Store launches 2026 Back to School offer: get up to $150 gift card with Mac or iPad purchase
iOS 27 public beta is here with Siri AI, iPhone speed upgrades, and more
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iOS 27 beta 3 changes, Siri AI on Apple Watch, macOS Golden Gate features
10 juli 2026 · 58 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about all the changes in iOS 27 beta 3, and Mayo’s first experience with Siri AI on Apple Watch. Also, we dive in to the details of what’s new in macOS Golden Gate, Apple tries to lobby to use Chinese memory components, signs a new deal with Broadcom, and likely supply constraints for the iPhone Fold. Lees meer
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Here's what's new with iOS 27 beta 3
watchOS 27 beta 3 includes upgraded Siri AI experience and dedicated Siri app
iOS 27 beta 3 lets users fine-tune how Siri sounds
I'm disappointed Apple will charge for AI camera features in the Home app
Siri AI can pull info from third-party apps in the latest developer beta
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M7 chip coming sooner than expected, visionOS 27 features, Ask9to5Mac
2 juli 2026 · 55 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance react to the news from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman that Apple is accelerating the roadmap for the M7 series of Apple Silicon chips, somewhat at the expense of the as-yet-unreleased M6 line. Also, we break down what’s new in visionOS 27 and do some summer Ask9to5Mac questions. Lees meer
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Apple will skip M6 Pro and M6 Max chips, new report says
Apple’s touchscreen MacBook to use M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, not M6: report
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Here’s everything new in iOS 27 and more, per Apple’s keynote list
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iOS 27 beta 2, Apple price increases, Apple Watch OS support
25 juni 2026 · 52 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance react to the shocking price increases across Mac, iPad, and more, as well as break down all the latest changes in iOS 27 beta 2. Also, how fair is it that watchOS 27 cuts off so many models of Apple Watch, while iOS 27 is available for every iPhone that runs iOS 26. Lees meer
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Apple announces significant price increases for MacBooks, iPads, more
Apple is 'working tirelessly' to find solutions to component shortage as it hikes prices across Mac, iPad and more
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Apple warns price increases are coming, new Siri continues to impress, more iOS 27 features
18 juni 2026 · 1 uur
Beluister deze afleveringThis week, Benjamin and Chance discuss the implications of Tim Cook’s reveal to the Wall Street Journal that Apple cannot mitigate the skyrocketing price of memory no longer, and consumers will soon see Apple’s device prices go up. Also, we have another week of impressive hands-on with Siri AI, and we continue to dive through a grab-bag of other iOS 27 features. Lees meer
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Apple confirms price increases are coming to its products due to RAM shortage
Apple releasing 20th anniversary iPhone, AirPods with cameras next year: report
macOS 27 brings three key upgrades to iPhone Mirroring
macOS 27 will let you resize the iPhone Mirroring window
Apple leaks foldable iPhone references in iOS 27 beta
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WWDC 2026 recap, iOS 27, new Siri and more officially announced
12 juni 2026 · 1 uur 52 min
Beluister deze afleveringIt’s the bumper annual WWDC episode! Benjamin and Chance give their first impressions of all the announcements from WWDC 2026, including the new Siri AI and overhauled Apple Intelligence initiatives, as well as the platform features in iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and more. Lees meer
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Apple unveils next generation of Apple Intelligence, Siri AI, and more
Apple Intelligence brings powerful AI capabilities into everyday experiences
Apple introduces Siri AI, a profoundly more capable and personal assistant
Apple unveils innovative features and intelligence experiences across services
Apple previews new child safety features
Due to DMA, Siri AI delayed in EU for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27
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iOS 27 bill splitting, new hardware waiting on new Siri, final WWDC expectations
4 juni 2026 · 1 uur 1 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about the late-breaking iOS 27 rumors, including a new bill splitting feature for the Wallet app, as well as give their final expectations for next week’s WWDC announcements. Apple fixes Mayo’s iPhone Air battery glitch, and new Apple TV and HomePod models are apparently in the final testing stage. Also, code references reignite ideas about new cheaper (or free) tiers of Apple Music. Lees meer
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Apple releases iOS 26.5.1 for iPhone, here’s what’s new
The new iPhones have a problem turning back on after the battery runs out
Apple Music could soon get different subscription tiers
iOS 27 to add new Wallet app feature for splitting bills: report
Report: New Apple TV, HomePod mini set to launch this fall; Siri Remote 'refresh' possible
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iOS 27 changes visualized for the first time, new Apple Watch details, AirDrop reliability
28 mei 2026 · 52 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance discuss the illustrations Bloomberg published depicting iOS 27 and the new Siri interface. Also, we talk about rumors of a revamped AirPods settings UI, phone snatching detection in iOS 26.6 code, and Digitimes says the Apple Watch Ultra 4 will feature a significant redesign. Also, has AirDrop got worse? Lees meer
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iOS 27 leak reveals new Siri design, Camera app, more
Report: iOS 27 to revamp the AirPods settings UI
Report: watchOS 27 to improve heart-rate tracking; AI health coach may not debut at launch
Apple Intelligence image models to boast 'major' visual upgrades in iOS 27: report
Apple Watch Ultra 4 getting two major new upgrades, per report
Apple Watch could soon gain new high blood pressure feature
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WWDC invites, iOS 27 accessibility features, new Siri will be a ‘beta’
22 mei 2026 · 56 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance return for another week in Apple news and rumors. As is tradition, the company unveiled a slate of new accessibility-focused features designed for iOS 27, with a strong theme of Apple Intelligence this year. Also, the WWDC keynote is official with invites going out to press, and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman brings us even more details about the upcoming Siri revamp. Lees meer
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Apple sends invites for WWDC26 keynote, iOS 27 and more coming soon
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Apple announces AI-powered accessibility features and eye-control of wheelchairs
Standalone Siri app to offer auto-deleting chat history, launch with beta label: report
Report: Apple to upgrade Genmoji in iOS 27 with new automatic suggestions
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iOS 27 design changes, AirPods with cameras, Apple education store changes
14 mei 2026 · 57 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin 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. Lees meer
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Apple Developer app gains Liquid Glass design and WWDC 2026 iMessage stickers
Apple now requires verification for Education Store, adds Apple Watch with discounts
iOS 26.5 adds end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging, rolling out now
iOS 26.5 now available: Here are all the new iPhone features
Apple hits milestone in development of AirPods with cameras: report
Report: macOS 27 to feature UI tweaks to address some Tahoe design complaints
Apple Plans Customizable iPhone Camera App, Siri Overhaul: iOS 27 - Bloomberg
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New Pride wallpapers, $599 Mac mini goes away, Apple earnings call tidbits
7 mei 2026 · 58 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin 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. Lees meer
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iOS 26.5’s new Pride wallpaper revealed, plus Apple Watch face
Apple unveils Pride Edition Sport Loop for Apple Watch, order today
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iOS 27 to bring AI inside the Camera app, Tim Cook’s biggest mistake, iPhone shutdown problem
30 april 2026 · 1 uur 4 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin 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. Lees meer
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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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John Ternus is officially Apple’s next CEO, iPhone 18 colors, iOS 27 rumors
23 april 2026 · 56 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin 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. Lees meer
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Tim Cook stepping down this year, John Ternus confirmed as next Apple CEO
Tim Cook shares open letter of gratitude as he announces Apple CEO transition
John Ternus: Everything you need to know about Apple's new CEO
Johny Srouji set to take broader role as Apple's chief hardware officer
Apple's major MacBook Pro overhaul is reportedly 'slightly' delayed due to supply chain shortages
New Mac Studio may not arrive until October
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Apple Glasses design, iOS 27 features, Creator Studio updates
16 april 2026 · 57 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin 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. Lees meer
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Several Mac mini and Mac Studio configs are now completely out of stock at Apple
Apple updates Creator Studio apps including Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro, more
Apple removes old Pages, Keynote, Numbers apps for macOS
Apple leaks four iOS 27 features, including overdue Wallet upgrade
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Apple permanently closing three US stores, here's why
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iPhone Fold visualized, HomeKit Adaptive Temperature, MacBook Neo shortages
9 april 2026 · 1 uur 1 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin 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. Lees meer
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Apple TV Remote app Mayo referenced
NASA astronauts on the way to the Moon capture Earth using iPhone 17 Pro Max
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Aqara W200 launches with Apple’s Adaptive Temperature support
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AirPods Max 2 review, Apple’s anniversary, Mac Pro discontinued
2 april 2026 · 59 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin 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. Lees meer
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Apple drops price of Studio Display XDR without stand option by $400
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WWDC announced, iOS 27 Siri, AirPods Max 2
26 maart 2026 · 59 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin 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. Lees meer
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iPhone 18 Pro camera may come with pro software, Apple considered buying Halide
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Apple unveils AirPods Max 2 with H2 chip, upgraded noise canceling, and more
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MacBook Neo review, Apple leadership changes, iPhone Fold rumors
12 maart 2026 · 1 uur 10 min
Beluister deze afleveringChance and Zac talk through changes to Apple’s leadership website and what they signal for the future. There’s also a pair of new Bloomberg reports focused on Apple’s delayed Siri smart display product, plus the looming iPhone Fold’s software interface. Finally, they go in-depth on MacBook Neo, discussing Chance’s review and answering some Ask9to5Mac questions. Lees meer
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Apple adds Steve Lemay and Molly Anderson to its leadership page
Apple reportedly targeting smart home display release around iOS 27
iPhone Fold expected to include new app features, including side-by-side multitasking
MacBook Neo review: A truly great Mac at an unbelievable price
Julia Krist’s MacBook Neo Review
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Apple launches new MacBook Neo, Studio Display XDR, MacBook Pro, more
6 maart 2026 · 1 uur 23 min
Beluister deze afleveringChance and Zac break down Apple’s Mac announcements of the week. There’s the M5 MacBook Air and more powerful MacBook Pro models with an intriguing new chip architecture and naming scheme. Plus, the new Studio Display “family” is here with good and bad news. Finally, Chance recounts his trip to NYC where he saw the launch of the all-new MacBook Neo. Lees meer
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Apple has announced 7 new products this week
This is Apple’s new MacBook Neo in four colors [Gallery]
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March Apple event week kicks off with iPhone 17e and M4 iPad Air
3 maart 2026 · 1 uur
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance discuss the just-announced iPhone 17e and M4 iPad Air, as Apple begins its week of product launches. As well as bit of speculation about what is to come on Tuesday and Wednesday, the duo also respond to a report about the dysfunctional nature of Apple’s cloud infrastructure division, and look forward to the start of F1 on Apple TV this weekend. Lees meer
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Apple officially announces iPhone 17e with MagSafe, 2x base storage, 'soft pink' color
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 17: What’s actually different?
Apple unveils new iPad Air with M4 chip, RAM upgrade, plus C1X and N1
Some Apple AI servers are reportedly sitting unused on warehouse shelves, due to low Apple Intelligence usage
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Touchscreen MacBook Pro details, deep red iPhone 18, US Mac mini production
26 februari 2026 · 54 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance are back, with a news-packed episode just before an exciting week of Apple hardware launches. But first, iOS 26.4 beta is here, a deep red color is rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro, and Bloomberg details some of the software affordances coming to macOS to support the touch screen MacBook Pro. Also, Samsung surprises with a clever dynamic privacy display on their new flagship phones. Lees meer
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New Apple product launch starts Monday, Tim Cook confirms
Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display is the best new feature in years
iOS 26.4 beta 2: Here's what's new
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Apple event confirmed, iOS 26.4 features, Apple AI devices
19 februari 2026 · 1 uur 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance discuss all the new features in iOS 26.4, which turned out to be a pretty packed release, even with the Siri features missing in action. Also, Apple confirms a product event for March 4, with rumors of new Macs and more in the air. Finally, Bloomberg reports Apple is advancing work on a suite of new AI devices, including glasses and a clip-on pendant. Lees meer
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Apple’s March 4 launch event: New products and what to expect
Apple special event announced for March 4
Apple’s March launch may include multiple days of press releases with no keynote, per rumor
Report: Apple's upcoming low-cost MacBook will come in 'fun colors,' launch next month
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More Siri delays, imminent new hardware, and Apple’s upcoming 50th birthday
12 februari 2026 · 1 uur 3 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance react to the disappointing news shared by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman that the new Siri features are facing even more delays, but in happier news, a bunch of iPhones, iPads and Macs are due for an imminent refresh. Meanwhile, Tim Cook reminisces ahead of Apple’s 50th birthday. Lees meer
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iOS 26.3: Here's what's new for your iPhone
Apple releases iOS 26.3 for iPhone, here's what's new
iOS 26.4: Here's when Apple will release the first beta
Report: M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro could launch 'as early as' March 2nd
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New MacBook Air coming soon: Here's what we know
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iPhone 17 leads Apple earnings record, new MacBooks near, and a mysterious $2B acquisition
5 februari 2026 · 1 uur 2 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance speculate on Apple’s mysterious acquisition of Q.ai, the company’s second biggest acquisition ever. The iPhone 17 is a veritable smash hit, leading to an all-time quarterly earnings record. And Apple redesigns the order flow for buying a new Mac, with new MacBooks just around the corner. Lees meer
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Apple acquires secretive Q․ai startup for $2 billion
Apple reports record-breaking Q1 2026 earnings
Apple revamps how you buy a Mac online
New MacBook Pro release date: Here's when M5 Pro and M5 Max might debut
Latest macOS 26.3 beta adds to signs that new Macs are imminent
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Creator Studio bundle, AirTag 2, new Siri features coming soon
29 januari 2026 · 1 uur 10 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance review the proposition of the Creator Studio bundle now it is finally available, as well as some weirdness in the choices made of the apps in it. Also, Benjamin has been using his new AirTags for the past couple days, and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggests that the new Gemini Siri features may be announced in February, sooner than we previously expected. Lees meer
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Apple Creator Studio launches today, and it's an incredible value
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Pages, Keynote, Numbers get iOS 26 updates, here’s everything new
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iOS 27 chatbot, Apple AI pin, iPhone 18 Dynamic Island rumors
22 januari 2026 · 57 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance get excited for the upcoming Siri roadmap, with Bloomberg reporting that the delayed features will arrive with 26.4 and a full chatbot experience is due before the end of the year. The Information says Apple is developing an AI pin, the iPhone 18 Pro cutout positioning situation is seemingly clarified, and Apple makes App Store ads even less noticeable. Lees meer
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Gemini Siri deal official, Apple Creator Studio, Vision Pro basketball
15 januari 2026 · 1 uur 16 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance discuss the implications for Siri and the wider Apple ecosystem now that the Gemini deal is officially signed, and guess when we’ll start seeing the first new features ship. Also, they weigh up the appeal of the new Apple Creator Studio bundle, and Chance got to watch basketball courtside through his Vision Pro. Lees meer
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Apple Card Chase transition is official, NBA on Vision Pro, Fitness+ in 2026
8 januari 2026 · 1 uur 2 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance cover this week in Apple news, including the long-awaited announcement that the Apple Card will be switching from Goldman Sachs to Chase, in about . Also, Fitness+ doesn’t quite live up to its own new year marketing hype, NBA live-streaming kicks off on Vision Pro, and Apple makes App Store changes to satisfy Japan regulators. Lees meer
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Holiday tech support, Hold Assist, Ask9to5Mac
30 december 2025 · 54 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance return from the holiday break with some classic stories of tech support from the trenches. Also, iOS 26 Hold Assist proves better in theory than in reality based on listener feedback, and we do some Ask9to5Mac to close out 2025. Lees meer
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Apple 2025 Review of the Year
23 december 2025 · 1 uur 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance reflect on another year in Apple news. We cover all the big headlines from across the months, including the fallout of the Siri delays, the early iOS 26 redesign leaks, and the launch of all the new 2025 hardware like the iPhone 17 series. Lees meer
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iPhone roadmap rumors, iOS 26.2 released, Apple Music in ChatGPT
18 december 2025 · 51 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance discuss the late-in-the-year public launch of iOS 26.2, and the beginning of the 26.3 beta cycle. The Information has some juicy new details about the forthcoming iPhone roadmap, ChatGPT adds a clever Apple Music integration, and Chance tried using the PSVR2 spatial controllers with his Vision Pro. Lees meer
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iOS 26.2 adds these new features to your iPhone
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Apple executive tumult continues, Apple Studio Display leaks, Fitness+ AI dubbing
11 december 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance talk about two more Apple executive departures since last week’s episode, and a rumored third that appears to be staying for now. There’s also exciting details about the next Apple Studio Display, Apple might be able to enlist Intel to manufacture Apple Silicon chips, Fitness+ is using AI for language dubbing, and more. Lees meer
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Two key Apple executives depart, App Store dealings, and Apple Music Replay 2025
4 december 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance react to the departure of not one, but two, key Apple executives this week with the news that John Giannandrea is retiring as SVP of AI, and design VP Alan Dye is leaving for a new job at Meta. Also, Apple finally agrees a deal with Tencent over commission for mini apps in WeChat, India tries to pre-install a state security app on iPhones, and the new Apple Music Replay launches. Lees meer
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Apple Black Friday, AirDrop on Android, macOS Tahoe thoughts
28 november 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance give their opinion on the 2025 Apple holiday ad ‘A Critter Carol’, and talk about some of the Apple tech deals they’ve found this Black Friday. Also, there’s more clarity on the Apple Watch WiFi sync changes coming to the EU next month, and Google pulls off an impressive stunt to make AirDrop work on Android. Finally, Benjamin installed macOS Tahoe for the first time and has some thoughts to share. Lees meer
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Slide Over improvements in iPadOS 26.2, Tesla CarPlay, Tim Cook retiring rumors
20 november 2025 · 1 uur 5 min
Beluister deze afleveringBenjamin and Chance discuss the week in Apple news, including the suggestion that Tim Cook’s retirement announced could come early in 2026. Also, Apple responds to user feedback on the multitasking changes with the latest iPadOS 26.2 beta 3, Tesla is rumored to be adding CarPlay to its vehicles, and MLS becomes part of the base Apple TV subscription starting next season. Lees meer
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