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08-29-25 -
M4 MacBook Pro: One of the first worthy upgrades for Apple Silicon Mac users
Last October, Apple announced the . On the surface, it looks like yet another MacBook Pro spec bump. However, there are a number of key features that make it worth upgrading to, even if you already have an older . more…
08-29-25 -
In a new filing, Apple fights back against courts indefensible Epic Games ruling
Earlier this evening, Apple filed a reply brief with the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, arguing multiple points why the court should either reverse Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers’ 2021 decision, or vacate the new injunction and assign a n...
08-29-25 -
iPhones Crash Detection feature saves teen who fell asleep behind the wheel
This is probably not the first time you’ve read about an iPhone automatically calling 911 following a serious car crash, but stories like this never cease to impress. Watch the video below. more…
08-29-25 -
9to5Mac Daily: August 29, 2025 New Powerbeats Fit teaser, 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. Spons...
08-29-25 -
Hackers chained Apple and WhatsApp flaws in advanced spyware campaign
A few days ago, Apple fixed a vulnerability on iOS and macOS that “may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals.” Now, new details have emerged, and it appears that the hacking campaign als...
08-29-25 -
iOS 26 release date: Heres when the new iPhone update will launch
Apple’s next big iPhone update, iOS 26, will bring a Liquid Glass redesign and tons of new features. Beta testers can try out iOS 26 now, but its official release date for the public is getting very close—here’s when to expect its launch. ...
08-29-25 -
Apple is about to finally give iPad users the best reason to go iPad Pro
Apple launched the iPad Pro nearly 10 years ago, yet this fall as the M5 iPad Pro arrives powered by iPadOS 26, the company will finally have a great reason for users to go Pro. more…
08-29-25 -
AirPods 3 are imminent, heres why Im upgrading
Apple’s “Awe dropping” event is officially set for September 9, and it’s likely to focus on the iPhone 17 and new Apple Watch models. Based on the latest reporting, however, the highly-anticipated AirPods Pro 3 might also make their debut ...
08-29-25 -
Apple TV+ has two of its biggest hit shows returning very soon
Apple TV+ is about to kick off its biggest fall lineup ever, and the first TV shows premiering just happen to be two of the streamer’s most popular series of all time. Here’s what’s coming. more…
08-29-25 -
Deals: MacBooks $300 off, official Apple Watch charging cable from $11, Mac m...
As we head into the Labor Day long weekend, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is focusing on the giant collection of discounts we are tracking across the current-generation of Apple gear. We did spot a particularly notable discount on the official of...
08-29-25 -
Security Bite: Why its mathematically impossible to stop malware
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 ...
08-29-25 -
Brand new iPhone 17 accessories are coming from Apple, heres whats rumored
Apple is about to unveil its iPhone 17 lineup, and with it several brand new accessories are expected to debut. Joining the standard Apple silicone cases, here’s everything new that rumors say Apple has coming. more…
08-29-25 -
iPhone 17 Pro: Three reasons you might want to upgrade from iPhone 16 Pro
Apple is about to launch four new iPhones, including the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. Based on rumors around what’s new this year, here are three reasons you might want to upgrade to an iPhone 17 Pro—even if you already own an iPhone 16 Pro. ...
08-29-25 -
iOS 18.6.2 wont let you downgrade, as Apple stops signing 18.6.1
Last week, Apple released its latest iPhone update: iOS 18.6.2. And now a little over one week later, the company has stopped signing its prior release, iOS 18.6.1, removing any options for downgrading. more…
08-29-25 -
Car Keys in Wallet are about to launch for two long-awaited vehicles
Apple announced earlier this summer that 13 new vehicle brands would soon support car keys in the Wallet app, and now it seems that the first two are nearly ready to launch: Rivian’s second-gen R1S and R1T, which first announced support last Jun...
08-28-25 -
9to5Mac Daily: August 28, 2025 AirPods Pro 3 rumors, Apple acquisition strat...
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. Spons...
08-28-25 -
Incogni deletes your familys private info from the internet heres why that m...
In today’s world, everyone needs to have dozens, if not hundreds of different online accounts to keep up with their everyday life. That’s a lot of potentially sensitive data in the hands of tons of different companies – and it’s easy to no...
08-28-25 -
This iMac G3 LEGO idea is as unlikely to get approved as it is awesome
Every once in a while, an Apple-related project gets submitted to LEGO’s Product Ideas page. Just recently, the LEGO Apple Store concept quickly blew past the 10,000-vote threshold needed to enter official review. Now, a new submission is making...
08-28-25 -
Threads is testing long-form posts with support for formatted text
While Threads already allows up to 500 characters per post (which is more than enough for casual users used to the microblogging format), it is now testing support for long-form posts through “text attachments”. Here’s how it works. more…
08-28-25 -
Are you hoping for a live iPhone event on September 9? [Poll]
To say that Apple’s pre-recorded events are divisive is an understatement. What initially seemed like a pandemic-fueled stopgap has become the company’s standard way to make announcements, even though its competitors have largely moved back to...
08-28-25 -
Ted Lasso season 4 is coming: Heres everything we know so far
Apple TV+ has been on a comedy hot streak this year. But the TV+ comedy that will always live on in our hearts and minds—Ted Lasso—is currently preparing a new season. Here’s everything we know about Ted Lasso season 4. more…
08-28-25 -
Rumor Replay: AirPods Pro 3 launch, new iPhone 17 Pro feature, and 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: AirPods Pro 3 launch timing and AirPods 4-inspired changes, a new iPhone 17 Pro feature rumor, ...
08-28-25 -
Apple Notes in iOS 26 works better than ever with my favorite writing tool
Apple Notes gets upgraded with new features every year, and iOS 26 is no exception. Among the handful of Notes changes in iOS 26, the app now works better than ever with Markdown thanks to import and export support for my go-to writing tool. m...
08-28-25 -
iPhone 17 event is official, Apple acquisition strategy, TV+ price rise
Benjamin and Chance prepare to have their jaw dropped in the run up to the September 9 Apple event where we expect to see iPhone 17, Apple Watch Series 11 and maybe AirPods Pro 3. There’s an interesting report on Apple’s strategic calculus whe...
08-28-25 -
New Xcode beta now available with GPT-5 and Claude support
Apple has released a new beta of Xcode 26 for developers today with a pair of notable changes. There’s now support for ChatGPT 5, as well as built-in integration with Anthropic’s Claude. more…
08-28-25 -
Apple Watch Ultra 3s software might be another reason to upgrade from Ultra 1
Two years after its predecessor launched, Apple Watch Ultra 3 is almost here. And in addition to the array of hardware upgrades coming, the Ultra 3 could also push Ultra 1 owners to upgrade with a variety of software features. more…
08-28-25 -
Apple teases new Powerbeats Fit earbuds launching soon
Apple is working on a new flavor of its popular Powerbeats earbuds, dubbed the Powerbeats Fit. Apple teased the new earbuds in a video on YouTube today, referring to them as “fit for every move.” Apple says the Powerbeats Fit are “coming...
08-28-25 -
Pixel 10 Pro XL vs. iPhone 16 Pro Max: Has Google closed the gap? [Video]
From jibes to full-blown homage, the Pixel 10 Pro XL owes a lot to the iPhone and, by extension, the 16 Pro Max. Just how does Apple’s best device of last year stack up against Google’s best of this year? Here’s all you need to know. mor...
08-28-25 -
Deals: 1TB M4 MacBook Air, AirPods 4 now even lower, iPhone 15 Pro Max $725 o...
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is starting off with our growing collection of Apple gear Labor Day deals you’ll find organized for you right here. We are also highlighting a 1TB M4 MacBook Air configuration with 24GB of RAM at $200 off the list ...
08-28-25 -
Live Activities keep getting better, and iOS 26 continues that trend
Live Activities have become one of the best iPhone features, and they’re getting even better in iOS 26. Here’s what’s new. more…
08-28-25 -
Google Photos adds image background removal for custom stickers, only on iOS
Google Photos is rolling out support for making custom stickers from your photos, but it only works on iOS with seemingly no plans to bring it to Android. more…
08-28-25 -
New iPhone 17 accessory from Apple leaked ahead of event
When leaker Majin Bu showed off clones of alleged TechWoven iPhone 17 case boxes, I noticed the fine print on the box mentioned compatibility with an unannounced accessory called Crossbody Strap. In a new post, Majin Bu has more details about this...
08-28-25 -
iPhone 17 pricing: Heres the rumored cost for each new model
Apple’s big September event is coming up fast, with the company expected to unveil four new iPhones: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here are the rumored prices for each new iPhone 17 model, most of which could se...
08-28-25 -
iOS 26 fixed the Photos app and its more powerful than ever
Last year, with iOS 18, Apple tried to shake up the Photos App by making it more streamlined. They put everything under one view, and for most people, it was a flop. Instead of making it simpler to navigate, it was actually even more tedious to us...
08-28-25 -
For our readers, the iPhone 17 Air is more appealing than the Pro
A poll of nearly 3,000 9to5Mac readers revealed the unsurprising news that the most popular model in the upcoming lineup is the iPhone 17 Pro Max. But what may be a little more surprising is that, based on what we know so far, the iPhone 17 Air...
08-28-25 -
Stats suggest Apples slow rollout of AI agent capabilities may be wise
One of the many delayed Apple Intelligence features is known as App Intents, and we’re starting to see evidence that taking an extremely cautious approach to the rollout may be no bad thing. Before the comments catch fire, I should stress tha...
08-28-25 -
Long-running Apple TV+ comedy to be seen by a new audience on the BBC
Apple’s longest-running original comedy series is getting new life on the BBC in the United Kingdom. The Apple Original Trying, which premiered on Apple’s streaming service in May 2020, will now be available on BBC iPlayer and set for broadcas...
08-27-25 -
Apple suggests UK users may see slower feature rollouts under tighter regulation
Last month, the United Kingdom’s competition regulator designated Apple and Google as having “strategic market status.” As a result, the two companies will be subject to different regulatory rules, some of which are very similar to Europe’...
08-27-25 -
WhatsApp starts testing AI-powered writing suggestions on iOS [U: launched]
Update, Aug 27: The feature was officially launched today for English-speaking users, according to the official WhatsApp blog. Original post below. In the latest TestFlight release for its iOS beta testers, WhatsApp rolled out a tool called “...
08-27-25 -
Torrent app unavailable at AltStore PAL following apparent notarization revoc...
When Apple was compelled to allow alternative iOS app stores in the EU, it adopted the notarization model familiar to Mac developers. This means that if Apple revokes the notarization of a certain app, its distribution and use get blocked, even th...
08-27-25 -
IDC nearly doubles worldwide smartphone forecast for 2025, cites accelerated ...
To say 2025 has been an unpredictable year for the smartphone market would be an understatement. Early in February, IDC had forecast a 2.6% growth, followed by a decrease to just 0.6% in May. Now, the institute has once again adjusted its forecast...
08-27-25 -
Apple TV+: Romantic drama with Ted Lassos Brett Goldstein gets first trailer
Last December, Apple announced a new romantic drama starring Brett Goldstein (Ted Lasso, Shrinking), and Imogen Poots (28 Weeks Later, Green Room), marking its third collaboration with the actor/writer. Today, the movie got its first trailer, ahea...
08-27-25 -
9to5Mac Daily: August 27, 2025 Apples Awe dropping event
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. Spons...
08-27-25 -
Apple to secure nearly half of TSMCs 2nm production (report)
According to the latest rumors, Apple is slated to use TSMC’s 2nm process for its upcoming A20 chip, expected to power the iPhone 18 series. Now, a new report details the chipmaker’s roadmap for bringing the chip into mass production, and the ...
08-27-25 -
How to make clear iPhone app icons with iOS 26
iOS 26 includes a system-wide redesign with transparent elements called Liquid Glass. The iPhone update also includes all-new app icons for Apple’s built-in apps. For the most dramatic change to your Home Screen, you can make every iPhone app ic...
08-27-25 -
New AirTag 2 is coming very soon with these rumored features
Apple’s biggest event of the year is happening on September 9. New products expected include the iPhone 17 line, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch Ultra 3. But signs point to another highly anticipated product likely making an appearance: Apple’s...
08-27-25 -
Colombia joins the list of countries probing Apple over App Store antitrust c...
From the United States to the United Kingdom, from Brazil to Japan, and in many countries in between, Apple has been facing a series of antitrust probes, particularly over its App Store rules. Now, Colombia is also joining in. Here are the details...
08-27-25 -
Apple just got partial App Store vindication from a very unlikely source
Apple has been under fire from legislators for its App Store practices for years. But while it’s been forced to make iPhone changes in the EU and the US might soon follow, Google is now trending the opposite direction with its Android policies. ...
08-27-25 -
Pixel 10s new Head Start tool makes it easier for iPhone users to switch [Gal...
Google is clearly trying to get more people to switch to Pixel 10, as the company has just launched a new “Head Start” tool that walks users through the process of moving into their new phone. more…
08-27-25 -
iOS 26 vs iOS 18: Five new icons you may not recognize after updating
iOS 26 is launching soon, headlined by a fresh Liquid Glass design that makes your iPhone look brand new. Apple has a ton of new app icons coming with its redesign, but the following five icons might be especially hard to recognize after you updat...

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