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Apple One got three recent additions you might have missed, here’s what’s new
Apple One launched in 2019 as a bundle for Apple’s various services. Fresh content is always being added to the likes of TV+, Arcade, and Music, but actual service upgrades or changes are rare. Recently though, Apple introduced three new benefits amo...
2025-01-06 18:45
Hands-on with Belkin’s new headphones, charging gear, and more at CES 2025
Belkin unveiled a number of new products at CES 2025, including new MagSafe/Qi2 wireless chargers, all sorts of new USB-C charging bricks, and a new 20,000mAh power bank that’s still relatively compact. They also have new pairs of headphones, and ann...
2025-01-06 18:14
iOS 18.2.1 now available for iPhone users
Apple has released iOS 18.2.1 for iPhone users today. The update comes just under a month after iOS 18.2 was released with new Apple Intelligence features, the redesigned Mail app, and more. more…
2025-01-06 18:09
9to5Mac Daily: January 6, 2025 – Siri privacy, 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 ...
2025-01-06 18:07
The best M4 Mac mini accessory launches soon – all-new Satechi Stand & Hub with SSD: Pre-order details, full specs, more
The has easily been one of, if not, the most popular new Apple release among readers this year, and what is arguably the best upcoming accessory for it is arriving soon. Satechi already quickly teased its next-generation Mac Mini M4 Stand & Hub with SS...
2025-01-06 17:08
Deals: AirPods Max up to $217 off, M4/Pro MacBook Pro up to $220 off, AirTags at $17.50 each, more
Alongside a host of exciting (and weird) new tech from CES 2025, we have a fresh batch of deals to scope out today. The Burton Goods Winter Clearance sale with up to 50% off its wonderful leather Apple accessories is now live but we are also tracking...
2025-01-06 16:45
Disney merges Hulu Live TV service with Fubo, new sports bundle now imminent
Disney and Fubo have announced that they are merging their Hulu + Live TV and Fubo services into a single business. Here’s what that means, including why it will bring the revival of the planned Venu Sports bundle. more…
2025-01-06 16:38
Apple’s future Home devices have a key feature in common that explains a lot
Apple is working on several new smart home products for this year and beyond, including a home doorbell and video camera. Amid the flurry of CES smart home announcements, a common theme has emerged that points to a key reason Apple’s new products may...
2025-01-06 15:28
Aqara makes smart home splash at CES, with new touchscreen control panel and more
Smart home company Aqara has announced no fewer than nine new products at this year’s consumer electronics show. Most, however, won’t be available in the US until later in the year. These include a large touch-screen panel which performs multiple d...
2025-01-06 15:25
Apple says Siri data has ‘never been used’ for marketing profiles or ‘sold to anyone for any purpose’ 
Last week, Apple agreed to pay $95 million to settle a lawsuit that alleged “unlawful and intentional recording” of Siri interactions. Apple’s settlement has led to a wave of conspiracy theories claiming that Siri is listening to you for targeted...
2025-01-06 15:12
OpenAI thinks it knows how to build artificial general intelligence, as we await smarter Siri
We may still be mostly waiting for a smarter Siri, but OpenAI CEO Sam Altman thinks the company already knows how to create the holy grail of AI: artificial general intelligence (AGI). AGI is the term given to an AI system which can match or exceed hum...
2025-01-06 14:42
Schlage just unveiled its new Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt, supporting Matter-over-Thread and Ultra Wideband
Today at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Schlage unveiled its new Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt, marking the company’s first Ultra Wideband-enabled smart lock, complete with support for Matter-over-Thread. Schlage has consistently been at the forefront of ...
2025-01-06 14:00
Apple’s Shazam Fast Forward predicts 50 breakthrough artists in 2025
We may be just a few days into 2025, but Apple thinks it can already tell which upcoming music artists are set to make a breakthrough this year. The company shared its predictions as the Shazam Fast Forward 2025. Apple looked at the trending artists in...
2025-01-06 13:54
HomeKit compatibility now easier to achieve as Apple accepts Matter certification
Ensuring HomeKit compatibility for smart home products is now very much easier to achieve. Apple has agreed to accept Matter certification for all new devices, without requiring additional testing before granting the Works With Apple Home badge. Althou...
2025-01-06 13:36
Lutron’s Caséta Smart Shade promises quality and HomeKit compatibility for $399
Lutron has earned a reputation for high-quality HomeKit-compatible window blinds, but with a very hefty price tag. The cost is something the company is seeking to address with the new Caséta Smart Shade. Lutron says that you can expect the quality and...
2025-01-06 13:03
Making iPhones in India may be about to get cheaper for Apple
Making iPhones in India is a key element of Apple’s efforts to reduce its manufacturing dependence on China, and a new report indicates that the company may be able to cut the cost of doing so. The Indian government is reportedly planning to offer at...
2025-01-06 12:36
Here are three changes we can expect in the iPhone 17 casing
A pair of reports suggest we can expect to see three changes to the materials Apple uses in the casing of at least some iPhone 17 models. The latest of these concerns the way that the sides of the phone blend in with the rear casing, with a smoother tr...
2025-01-06 12:11
Espresso unveils new pro-grade portable monitor: Espresso 15 Pro
Espresso Displays, the Australian brand known for crafting high-performance portable monitors, has unveiled its latest innovation at CES 2025: the Espresso 15 Pro. This new addition to Espresso Displays’ portfolio is aimed at business professionals a...
2025-01-05 22:00
RayNeo Air 2s Review: An affordable pair of AR glasses to use with your iPhone
There’s been a lot of talk about augmented reality tech lately, especially with the unveiling of Snapchat Spectacles and Meta Orion. Those are both highly expensive and unobtainable to consumers – but there is a growing market of affordable glasses...
2025-01-04 21:15
Indie App Spotlight: ‘Sonuby’ is a detailed weather app for outdoor adventurers
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. Sonuby is a different kind of weather app, designed fo...
2025-01-04 20:30