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One of the most powerful weather apps for iPhone just came to CarPlay
One of the best things about Apple’s CarPlay platform is the robust availability of third-party apps from iPhone . This week, RadarScope, the popular and powerful iPhone weather app, was updated with support for CarPlay…
Apple @ Work Podcast: Phishing simulations for the AI era
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Apple Music opens new live music venue in London
Apple is opening a new live music venue in Battersea Power Station, London. The new location is called Apple Music Hall, and even has its own website where fans can sign up to get alerted when the first tickets are…
iCloud storage notification glitch puts unremovable red badge on Settings app
There’s an annoying little iPhone notification glitch impacting some users on iOS 27. For those affected, the Settings app gets a red badge prompting an alert to ‘Activate iCloud Storage’. However, tapping on this alert…
watchOS 27.2 beta 2 brings the App Switcher back with a new gesture
If you’ve been missing the double-click of the Digital Crown that used to bring up the App Switcher on the Apple Watch before watchOS 27, it looks like the feature is making a comeback as of watchOS 27.2 beta 2. Here…
Apple challenges OpenAI’s forensic analysis in trade secrets case, seeks access to hardware R&D
Apple has asked the court overseeing its lawsuit against OpenAI and other defendants to let its own experts review forensic images used in the case, while also seeking documents related to parts of OpenAI’s hardware…
Here’s what’s really going on with GM’s CarPlay strategy (or lack thereof)
Despite headlines to the contrary, GM isn’t changing its position on CarPlay and Android Auto support. The automaker is not bringing phone projection support back to any cars from which it has already been removed.…
iPhone users running iOS 27 can no longer downgrade to iOS 26
Apple today stopped signing iOS 26.6.2 , which means iPhone users can no longer downgrade to non-iOS 27 system versions. Here’s why. more…
WhatsApp now lets Apple Watch users react with any emoji
Following WhatsApp’s initial limited rollout of emoji reactions on the Apple Watch, the app is now rolling out support for the full set of emojis available on watchOS. Here are the details. more…
iOS 27.2 beta 2 reveals new details about unnanounced iPhone anti-snatching feature
Apple continues to work on a feature that automatically locks an iPhone when it detects that the device has been snatched from its owner’s hand. Here are the details. more…
AI coding platform Bitrig adds iPhone Duo support with interactive 3D simulator
Following the release of Xcode 27.1 beta 1 last week, Bitrig has added support for building and testing iPhone Duo apps, complete with an interactive 3D simulator that lets developers fold, tilt, rotate, and position…
9to5Mac Daily: September 21, 2026 – More iPhone 18 Pro, iOS 27.2 news
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…
Apple Notes adds a power user feature in iOS 27 that’s rare in other apps
Apple Notes in iOS 27 adds a variety of new features , including one that power users are sure to appreciate: section links. more…
Our favorite accessories to elevate your new M6 Mac mini and Mac Studio rig
Apple’s all-new M6 Mac mini, M5 Pro mini, and Mac Studio officially release tomorrow and, alongside the early pre-order deals on most of them, we are taking a look at some of our favorite Mac accessories here today.…
Report: AI glasses shipments surged 263% in H1 2026 as Apple prepares to enter the market
Counterpoint Research says global AI glasses shipments surged 263% during the first half of 2026, with Meta comfortably leading the display-less segment amid growing privacy concerns. Here are the details. more…
iOS 27 adds an all-new app to your iPhone’s Home Screen
Apple released iOS 27 to everyone last week, including a ton of new Siri and Apple Intelligence features. One of the biggest changes here is the addition of an all-new Siri app. This marks the first time that Siri has…
iOS 27.2 reveals new features coming to Apple Music, CarPlay, more
iOS 27.2 beta 2 arrived today , and so far seems to have minimal user-facing changes. But code for iOS 27.2’s beta releases points to new features in the works for Apple Music, CarPlay Ultra, and more. more…
MagSafe Monday: BLAVOR’s solar power bank is built for fall camping trips
The weather is turning cooler, and it’s time for camping and football tailgates. BLAVOR’s 20000mAh Solar Power Bank is built for this time of year. It has four built-in cables so you can leave your bag at home, a solar…
Apple rolls out second Release Candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.1
Less than a week after releasing macOS 26.7.1 and macOS 15.8.1 RC 1, Apple is now rolling out the second release candidates ahead of their official release. Here are the details. more…
Beta 2 now available for iPadOS 27.2, watchOS 27.2, more
Last week Apple kicked off a new beta wave for its 27.2 software releases, and today beta 2 is rolling out just five days later for iPadOS 27.2 and more. more…
macOS 27.2 Golden Gate beta 2 now available, here’s what to expect
Developers can now install macOS 27.2 Golden Gate beta 2, ahead of the upcoming official release in a few weeks. Here’s what’s coming. more…
Apple releases second iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone
Apple has released the second iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone. The update follows the release of iOS 27 to everyone. It also leaps over iOS 27.1, which Apple has shown as an iPhone Duo-focused release. more…
Shopify just released a brand-new Apple TV app with a dashboard for businesses
It’s not every day that a new Apple TV app arrives for tvOS. Shopify just released Shopcast, bringing a dashboard for businesses to the big screen. more…
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 introduce a new Theater Mode setting
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 include a new Health Sensing System that dramatically improves heart rate data. The new system also includes a new Theater Mode setting that you may want to enable. more…
John Ternus talks CEO offer, AI potential, more in new interview
In a lengthy new interview with Clique TV , Apple CEO John Ternus answered a range of questions covering what excites him about the future, how technology is used in his family, the offer to become CEO, his views on…
CardPointers updated for iOS 27 with Siri AI, automatic offer syncing, and much more
I’ve covered CardPointers before at 9to5Mac, highlighting how helpful it is for maximizing credit card rewards and offers. Now, CardPointers 8 has been released with Siri AI integration, new widgets, and much more. more…
John Ternus just gave the best defense yet for Vision Pro
Apple’s new CEO John Ternus recently sat down for a lengthy, in-depth interview with French outlet Clique TV , and in it he gave the best defense yet for Apple Vision Pro. more…
Deals: Apple Watch Ultra 4, AirPods Pro 3, entry Studio Display $240 off, 2026 Mac Studio, more
Alongside the early fall Prime Day deals at Amazon and the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3, we have another selection of early launch week deals on Apple Watch Ultra 4 to scope out. Those offers also join the…
iPhone 18 Pro Face ID bug causing system to crash and reboot for some users
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max introduces a new smaller Face ID system, with the Infrared camera now hidden behind the screen, near where the time is shown in the status bar. It appears there may be a software glitch…
Security Bite: iOS 27 now lets apps ask your iPhone if you’re being scammed
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…
New Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 fitness feature is surprisingly motivating
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 include a new fitness-tracking feature: live step tracking on the watch face. Alongside live heart rate data , it’s a surprisingly welcome and motivating change to the new hardware that…
‘HomePad’ to launch next month with these new features: report
Apple’s long-awaited home hub device, often called ‘HomePad,’ is now expected to launch in October. Here’s what’s coming per the latest Bloomberg report . more…
CarPlay just got better, here’s everything new in iOS 27
iOS 27 has arrived, and with it a handful of improvements for CarPlay. Here’s everything new for CarPlay in iOS 27. more…
M5 Ultra Mac Studio reviews: local AI powerhouse
In addition to the new M6 Mac mini ( 9to5Mac review ), early impressions of the most powerful Mac Studio are out ahead of tomorrow’s release as well. Here’s what reviewers are saying about the upgraded M5 Ultra Mac…
New all-glass iPhone 20 Pro rumor reveals another design change
Apple’s major 20th-anniversary iPhone refresh is in the works for next year. A new rumor today reiterates expectations that the iPhone 20 Pro and iPhone 20 Pro Max will have even bigger screens than the current models.…
M6 Mac mini review: Apple’s most versatile Mac continues to shine
Over the last several years, the Mac mini has become one of the most compelling Macs in Apple’s lineup. It combines impressive performance with a compact footprint, making it versatile enough for all kinds of workflows.…
Apple Fitness+ team hit by layoffs, as ‘major changes’ reportedly loom
Apple is assessing the future of Apple Fitness+, according to a new Bloomberg report. The company has reportedly laid off a “handful of employees” working on the service, a move viewed as just the beginning of bigger…
You can now claim your payout from Apple’s $250 million Siri settlement
The major class action lawsuit against Apple over Siri and Apple Intelligence delays continues to progress. Apple is expected to pay $250 million to settle the lawsuit, and you can now submit your claim to get a chunk…
Delayed Apple TV series ‘The Savant’ may finally air next year
If you cast your mind back to almost a year ago from today, Apple TV was about to launch a new series called The Savant starring Jessica Chastain … until it was pulled from the schedule at the last moment, in the wake…
Review: Satechi’s Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock pairs perfectly with the new M6 Mac mini
Apple just released a new Mac mini late last month, equipped with the new M6 and M5 Pro chips. If you’re looking for a perfect Thunderbolt 5 dock to pair with your new Mac mini (or your current M4/M4 Pro model) –…
iFixit tears down iPhone 18 Pro, explores variable aperture, finds concerning repair issue
iFixit has published its traditional teardown of the iPhone 18 Pro, which shows the variable aperture mechanism up close and explores a potential issue involving display repairs. Watch it below. more…
Five ways that the new Siri AI is frustrating iPhone and Apple Watch users
The new version of Siri, Siri AI, launched to the masses this month as part of iOS 27. The new Siri is rolling out gradually to users via a waitlist, and is labelled as a ‘beta’ indicating that Apple still has some work…
Here’s why Apple scrapped its shorter Apple Pencil designed for iPhone Duo: report
Leading into the iPhone Duo launch, we heard from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman that Apple was considering a new Apple Pencil for iPhone Duo, though it was unlikely that the company would go forward with it. Of course, the…
iOS 27 makes your iPhone faster in these 30+ ways
iOS 27 is now available to everyone, and one of the big changes is that it makes your iPhone a lot faster. In fact, Apple has outlined more than 30 ways in which your iPhone will be faster after you update. more…
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 missing one health-focused feature
Well, this is odd. The handwashing timer feature is currently absent from the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 hardware. more…
Apple is taking a little bit of a gamble with iPhone Duo software: Will it pay off?
With the new iPhone Duo, Apple is taking a little bit of a software gamble. All apps, in order to take advantage of the larger inner display of iPhone Duo, will need to be recompiled for iOS 27.0 at a minimum. To use…
Indie App Spotlight: ‘GasPulse’ lets you keep an eye on gas price trends around you
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 . In this day and age,…
Apple Watch Series 12 might finally convince me to switch away from WHOOP
Earlier this year, I picked up a WHOOP for the very first time. As a longtime Apple Watch user I was looking forward to having a new way of tracking my health stats in a cleaner interface that the Apple Watch wasn’t…