Google Maps adds speedometer and speed limits on iPhone, CarPlay

Back in 2019, Google Maps for Android gained a speedometer that simply “shows you how fast you’re driving on the road” and it’s now coming to the iPhone. more…

Rumor: iPhone 16 to feature ‘design changes’ for Face ID

Apple is reportedly making changes to the Face ID design for the iPhone 16 lineup this year. Details are sparse right now, but the change is already having significant impacts on Apple’s supply chain partners. more…

These are the new Apple products coming this fall 2024

We’re halfway through 2024, but most of Apple’s product launches for the year are still ahead. Summer tends to be quiet season for new products, but Apple is gearing up for a big fall starting in September. Here are all the new Apple products lau…

Touchscreen-ready interface hidden in tvOS beta amid rumors of HomePod with display

We’ve seen a lot of evidence pointing to a new Apple home accessory (like a HomePod with a display) in recent months. And to corroborate all these rumors, the latest beta version of tvOS 18 available to developers has a new hidden interface that is …

Best prices of the year now live on AirPods Max at $150 off, AirPods Pro 2 $169, AirTags from $19, Twelve South gear, more

Okay folks, if you’re looking to score a new set of AirPods, today is the day to do it. AirPods Max are down at an unheard of $399 in new condition or $360 re-certified (at least $150 off), while the latest AirPods Pro 2 are now at $169 – one of the…

Nomad launches clever 65W Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition

Nomad is out with its latest creation today, a unique USB-C GaN charger with a fast-charging Apple Watch puck integrated on top. Here’s a close look at the convenient new Apple accessory that’s fantastic for travel and more. more…

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Temple Run: Legends and more coming to Apple Arcade in August

Apple is continuing its monthly release cycle for Apple Arcade launches and now it’s shared what’s coming in August. The popular Temple Run series will see a new release as the headliner with two more titles expanding the available games. more…

Mac shipments grew 6% year-on-year, outperforming the PC market

The global PC market grew 3.4% in the second quarter, while Mac shipments grew significantly more, at 6% year-on-year. Apple is also expected to play a significant role in accelerating growth in the market as a whole, thanks to the introduction l…

Apple TV+ teases Severance season 2 news with morse code video

One of the most highly anticipated Apple TV+ debuts of the year is Severance season 2. Apple provided a first look at the new season during WWDC, but now according to a new morse code video, a release date announcement is right around the corner. …

Podcasts now support comments on Spotify; should Apple do the same?

Today Spotify is debuting a big change for podcasts on its platform: comments. Now listeners can comment on any episode inside the Spotify app and creators can respond to their audience with ease. more…

TSMC ahead of schedule on trial production of 2nm chips; iPhone 17 first in line

Apple chipmaker TSMC is beginning trial production of 2nm chips, set to be used in the iPhone 17 Pro and other Apple devices from 2025. The test run begins next week, significantly earlier than expected … more…

Aqara releases new U200 smart lock with Apple home key support

Aqara U200 with advanced security features, Matter support, Thread support, and integration with Apple home key. more…

Apple reviving plans to make iPads in India – AirPods too

Apple’s plan to make iPads in India were put on hold after failed negotiations with the government over tax breaks, but the company is now reportedly making a fresh attempt. It’s now more than a year after we’d expected iPad production in India t…

Philips Hue bulbs randomly switching to 100% brightness; fix may take a week

A number of people have reported their Philips Hue bulbs suddenly switching to 100% brightness, seemingly randomly. Hue owner Signify says this is a problem related to Matter compatibility, and that the bug may take around a week to fix … mo…

PSA: Watch out for smishing texts with fake iCloud links

Apple users are being warned to be alert to smishing texts – the name given to phishing attacks carried out by sending SMS messages – trying to capture login credentials for Apple IDs. The links direct to a fake iCloud page, and for 9to5Mac reade…

RCS update standardizes message replies, editing, reactions, more for Android & iPhone

The GSMA Association (GSMA) is responsible for maintaining Rich Communication Services (RCS) and the latest update to the standard adds “Extended Messaging” that should improve Android and iPhone interoperability. more…

Ivory for Mastodon updated with Hashtag Lists and more

Ivory, the popular Mastodon client available for Apple platforms, has just gotten a major update to version 2.0. The new version of the app adds Hashtag Lists, as well as other new features and improvements such as a redesigned Hashtags tab. Read on…

Apple TV+’s new ‘InSight’ feature is now live for users with iOS 18 and tvOS 18 beta

With tvOS 18 and iOS 18, Apple introduced a new feature for its Apple TV app called “InSight,” which is like Amazon Prime Video’s X-Ray feature, but for Apple TV+. Although this feature wasn’t available in the first betas, it seems to be working for…

RCS on iPhone rolling out to more carriers around the world with iOS 18 beta 3

As we reported last month, the second beta of iOS 18 released to developers has finally enabled RCS messaging support on the – but only for some US mobile carriers. Now with iOS 18 beta 3, which was released on Monday, Apple is enabling RCS for mor…

9to5Mac Daily: July 8, 2024 – New Apple Watch rumors, more

On today’s episode of 9to5Mac Daily, we discuss the Apple Watch Series 10, which will feature a larger screen and thinner design, though new health features might be delayed. We also cover Apple’s testing of a next-gen Apple Watch SE made with plast…