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Instagram’s new ‘trial reels’ feature lets creators test content with non-followers
Meta is introducing a new way for creators to test content performance before sharing with followers. The new Instagram feature called trial reels allows creators to share videos with non-followers as a way to gauge reactions. This will allow creators ...
2024-12-10 16:15
Apple’s Stocks app gets a rare update in iOS 18.2 with one key feature
iOS 18.2 is releasing any day now, bringing a huge update for iPhone users. The focus of the update is the second wave of Apple Intelligence features, but it also brings a nice enhancement to one of Apple’s least-updated apps: Stocks. more…
2024-12-10 16:04
Analogue is the first 3D immersive collaboration app for Apple Vision Pro, Spatial 3D design app coming soon
Apple Vision Pro continues to gain new apps tailor-made for spatial computing. The latest is from the immersive experts at Spatial. It’s a brand new app called Spatial Analogue. The company describes it as “the first collaborative 3D immersive expe...
2024-12-10 15:32
Apple Maps gets upgraded Yelp experience, with more change likely coming
Apple Maps may have had a shaky start, but it has undoubtedly grown very compelling over the years. One area that’s still hit or miss, though, is integrations with third-party services like Yelp. But that Yelp integration is about to get better. more…
2024-12-10 15:06
Apple Originals score nine Golden Globe nominations, including Best Drama
Apple Originals have this year notched up a total of nine Golden Globe nominations, including Slow Horses for Best Drama. No fewer than seven actors have picked up outstanding performance nominations across four different shows, with winners set to be ...
2024-12-10 15:03
Security Bite: Jamf uncovers TCC bypass vulnerability allowing stealthy access to iCloud data
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...
2024-12-10 14:44
Apple made a prototype cellular MacBook in 2007 – should it finally sell one? [Poll]
Apple actually built a working cellular MacBook as a prototype all the way back in 2007, and Bloomberg reports that the company may finally release one using its own radio chip. Steve Jobs was not sold on the idea at the time, for two reasons, but neit...
2024-12-10 14:38
Apple Music expands live, hosted radio with three new stations
Apple Music has announced an expansion of its radio offerings today, with three brand new stations featuring live hosts and curation. more…
2024-12-10 14:22
MacWeb announces cloud hosting support for the new Mac mini M4
MacWeb, a leader in bare-metal Mac cloud services, has announced its latest lineup of dedicated offerings powered by Apple’s new M4 and M4 Pro chips. Designed with developers and IT professionals in mind, these new services bring speed, flexibility, ...
2024-12-10 14:00
Box integrates Adobe Express image editor directly into its cloud platform
Adobe and Box on Tuesday announced a new partnership that will integrate services from both companies. Starting today, Box users will have access to the Adobe Express image editor directly from the cloud platform, so that they can create and edit visua...
2024-12-10 14:00
Popular Science declares Vision Pro to be gadget of the year
Vision Pro is gadget of the year, according to Popular Science. The device was also the magazine’s pick as overall innovation of the year. PopSci acknowledges the “massive price tag” of Apple’s spatial computer, but says that it represents the ...
2024-12-10 12:51
CSAM victims sue Apple for $1.2B for dropping planned scanning tool
Thousands of CSAM victims are suing Apple for dropping plans to scan devices for the presence of child sexual abuse materials. In addition to facing more than $1.2B in penalties, the company could be forced to reinstate the plans it dropped after many ...
2024-12-10 12:16
Apple @ Work Podcast: When you trade in your fleet of iPhones, where do they go?
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 & pro...
2024-12-10 11:00
These are the best budget-friendly fitness accessories for iPhone and Apple Watch
Looking for stocking stuffers or getting a head start on goals for 2025? If you’re an iPhone and Apple Watch user, these budget-friendly fitness accessories are sure to enhance anyone’s experience without breaking the bank. more…
2024-12-10 00:15
iOS 18.2 adds a brand new app to your iPhone’s Home Screen
iOS 18.2 is set to be released to everyone as soon as this week. The update comes with big changes for iPhone users, including new Apple Intelligence features, upgrades to the Find My app, and changes to the Photos app. After you update to iOS 18.2, yo...
2024-12-09 23:02
TestFlight updated with dark and tinted icon for iOS 18
TestFlight was recently updated with a refreshed design and new features, but Apple still had one more thing before the end of the year. TestFlight’s iOS app has now been updated with support for dark and tinted icons in iOS 18. more…
2024-12-09 23:00
Rode Wireless Go 3 delivers 40 hours of local 32-bit float recording, 260m range, more
Following the launch of its Wireless Micro in November, Rode is back with the all-new Rode Wireless Go 3 dual wireless mic system. The new version extends recording range, uses the latest GainAssist technology, and comes in a wide range of limited-edit...
2024-12-09 23:00
Spotify officially kills Car Thing, remaining units have stopped working
As announced earlier this year, Spotify Car Thing is dead, with all units having officially been disabled as of today. more…
2024-12-09 21:49
9to5Mac Daily: December 9, 2024 – Apple modem and cellular Macs
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. This Black Fr...
2024-12-09 21:43
Apple may be fixing two of the Mac’s most annoying limitations
The last few years have brought the Mac new growth and innovation thanks to Apple silicon. But there are still several limitations the Mac has when compared to its potential. Fortunately, two such annoyances sound like they’re on track to finally bei...
2024-12-09 21:01