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Apple’s new ‘Games’ app: Three features coming to your iPhone later this year
Last fall 9to5Mac exclusively reported that Apple had a new, dedicated ‘Games’ app in the works for iPhone and more. Then this week, Bloomberg corroborated that report and outlined the timing: the new ‘Games’ app is coming this year in iOS 26 a...
2025-05-30 14:02
Hear me out: an iPad Ink
The is unquestionably a strong product. It rakes in around 10% of Apple’s overall revenue and has more than twice the market share of Samsung, its closest competitor. However, the market it helped create has shifted dramatically these last few years,...
2025-05-30 11:15
Apple doubles down on India with third store amid U.S. tensions
Apple is set to expand its retail footprint in India by opening its third store at Bengaluru’s Phoenix Mall of Asia, as reported by Business Standard. The move underscores the company’s commitment to the Indian market, at a time when this growing p...
2025-05-29 22:50
When are new Macs coming? Here’s the latest
With WWDC just around the corner, upcoming macOS features are likely to rekindle interest in Apple’s Mac lineup. Whether you’re shopping for your first Mac or upgrading an aging one, here’s the latest on what’s coming next. more…
2025-05-29 21:40
Apple introduced App Tracking Transparency four years ago: Here’s how it’s going
9to5Mac is brought to you by Incogni: Protect your personal info from prying eyes. With Incogni, you can scrub your deeply sensitive information from data brokers across the web, including people search sites. Incogni limits your phone number, address,...
2025-05-29 21:40
In the market for a new router? Here are 13 models to avoid, according to the FBI
If you were spooked by yesterday’s news that thousands of ASUS wireless routers have been compromised by a botnet, and are thinking about buying a new router, here are some models to not add to your cart per a recent FBI advisory. more…
2025-05-29 21:28
In the market for a new router? Here are 13 models to avoid, according to the FBI [U]
Update: The FBI’s original directive mistakenly included two models, the E100 and E300. The agency has since revised the list to exclude them, and we’ve updated this post accordingly. If you were spooked by yesterday’s news that thousands of ASUS...
2025-05-29 21:28
Apple might actually deliver my only ‘iOS 19’ feature request
I love Mark Gurman’s scoop that Apple plans to introduce iOS 26, not iOS 19, alongside version 26 of macOS, visionOS, watchOS, and tvOS. It’s a different flavor of the same solution I thought about a few months ago but thought might be too much of ...
2025-05-29 21:08
Leaked iPhone roadmap offers best reason yet for year-based rebrand
This week brought a surprising report saying Apple plans to rebrand all its software platforms with year-based naming. So, iOS 26 will launch this fall (think car models) rather than iOS 19. Could iPhone hardware be the next subject of change? Apple’...
2025-05-29 20:57
New Apple study shows how your AirPods might one day double as an AI heart monitor
The Apple Research team has published a pretty interesting study that investigated whether AI models can estimate heart rate from stethoscope recordings, even though they weren’t specifically trained with that purpose in mind. The short answer is: ye...
2025-05-29 20:51
Which iPad is right for you? Here’s what Apple has to say
Over the years, buying an has become an increasingly confusing task. With multiple models and overlapping features and accessories, there’s no longer a clear-cut way to recommend one iPad for one type of user. Still, Apple does have a general idea of...
2025-05-29 19:30
Gemini Live camera and screen sharing more widely rolling out to iPhone
Following the announcement at I/O 2025 last week, Google is more widely rolling out Gemini Live camera and screen sharing to the iPhone and iPad app. more…
2025-05-29 18:55
No more cropping: Instagram changes standard photo aspect ratio
File this one under “tiny, but significant”: if you default your iPhone camera to 3:4, Instagram will finally let you post exactly what you shot. more…
2025-05-29 18:45
Rumor Replay: iOS 26, Apple Glasses, HomePad launch, more
This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: surprise Apple Glasses launch timing, iOS 26, HomePad’s arrival, and more. Here are this week’s ...
2025-05-29 18:45
Disney+ launches new ‘Perks’ loyalty program for subscribers
In the streaming age, reducing churn is a huge priority for every streamer. Disney has largely done this by pushing subscribers to bundles, but now it has another tactic launching: Disney+ Perks. more…
2025-05-29 18:08
Base iPhone 17 again rumored to feature larger display
Apple has big changes planned for the iPhone 17 lineup, headlined by the addition of the all-new iPhone 17 Air. Meanwhile, a new report today corroborates a change we can expect for the cheapest iPhone 17 model: a slightly larger screen. more…
2025-05-29 18:03
Severance has two spinoff series in discussion, teases Ben Stiller
Severance season 3 is actively in the works, but that’s apparently not the only new development brewing. In a new interview, Ben Stiller revealed that two spinoff ideas are being explored by Severance’s creative team. more…
2025-05-29 16:47
CarPlay Ultra: These brands have said ‘no’ to Apple’s new features
After years of anticipation, CarPlay Ultra officially launched earlier this month. Many automakers have committed to working with Apple to support CarPlay Ultra in their vehicles. But what about those who haven’t? Here’s a list of major brands that...
2025-05-29 15:59
Deals: M4 Mac mini $489 all-time low, 15-inch M4 MacBook Air $175 off, M3 iPad Air, and more
The M4 Mac mini deals have been on fire this week and, while this one might not last for long today, Amazon has now dropped the most affordable model down to a new $489 shipped all-time low. That deals joins offers on upgraded configs alongside a new a...
2025-05-29 15:45
Apple touts $400 billion economic impact of the App Store
A new Apple-funded study performed by Analysis Group says that the United States App Store “facilitated over $400 billion in developer billings and sales in 2024.” This marks 2.9x growth in the ecosystem since 2019, according to the study. more…
2025-05-29 15:00