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9to5Mac Happy Hour 9to5Mac Happy Hour
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4.5 • 88 Ratings
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A weekly podcast discussing the latest in Apple and technology. Hosted by 9to5Mac's Benjamin Mayo and Chance Miller.
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Wild iPhone 17 rumors, iOS 18 beta 4, TV+ budget concerns
Benjamin and Chance talk about the week’s Apple’s news and rumors, including some wild details about the direction of the new ‘Slim’ model coming in the iPhone 17 next year, iOS 18 beta 4, Apple Maps launches on the web, and there’s some new Vision Pro content announcements. Apple TV+ is also in focus as Apple reportedly looks to license more catalog content, while reining in budgets for some of its originals.
And in Happy Hour Plus, the duo reflect on their favorite podcast player apps, in light of the recently overhauled Overcast launch. Join at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Rivian CEO addresses lack of CarPlay in new interview
New leak details every iPhone 17 spec and feature
Rumor: New ultra-thin iPhone 17 will have just one camera
Apple's work on next-gen iPhone camera upgrades and more detailed in new report
Report: Foldable iPhone is coming in 2026 with top-down fold design
iOS 18 beta 4: Here's what's new
Download new CarPlay wallpapers coming with iOS 18
Apple reveals new Immersive Video content coming soon to Vision Pro
New Lake Vrangla Environment rolling out now to Apple Vision Pro users
Apple Maps launches on the web in new public beta
Apple TV+ attempts to rein in budgets on new projects, as The Morning Show season four spends $50 million on cast alone
Report: Apple TV+ to license films from more studios to bolster catalog -
iOS 18 public beta, ‘new’ HomePod, Apple Intelligence data controversy
Benjamin and Chance give their thoughts on their favorite iOS 18 features, the ongoing debate about the redesigned Photos app, and more changes, as the OS hits public beta. There’s also been some focus on the data used to train Apple Intelligence, and Apple even released a ‘new’ HomePod this week.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance explains why Matter has just made everything worse, when it comes to the smart home experience. Join at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Benjamin Mayo
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iOS 18 public beta now available; here are all the new features
iOS 18 adds new 'Recovered' album to the Photos app for finding lost or damaged content
Apple releases watchOS 11 public beta 1
tvOS 18 public beta 1 with InSight feature now available
macOS Sequoia public beta 1 now available with iPhone Mirroring
Apple releases new midnight color for HomePod mini, replacing space gray
New HomePod corroborated by references to 'HomeAccessory'
Touchscreen-ready interface hidden in tvOS amid HomePod rumors
Apple trained AI models on YouTube content without consent
Apple says its OpenELM model doesn't power Apple Intelligence amid YouTube controversy
Apple TV+ scores Emmy nominations in every major 2024 category -
iOS 18 beta 3, plastic Apple Watch SE, Mayo’s Vision Pro experience
Benjamin finally gets a chance to try a Vision Pro for himself. iOS 18 beta 3 includes some welcome changes to the Photos app and the emoji keyboard, and tvOS beta adds InSight for the first time. There’s also rumors of a rigid plastic Apple Watch, and Ming-Chi Kuo lays out a roadmap for the iPhone’s telephoto zoom lens.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin talks about visiting the Battersea Apple Store, and camping at Silverstone this past weekend, as Apple simultaneously christened its ‘F1’ movie. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Hosts
Chance Miller
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Benjamin Mayo
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iOS 18 beta 3 now rolling out to developers
iOS 18 beta 3: Here's everything new
iOS 18 beta 3 gives most third-party app icons dark mode versions
iOS 18’s new ‘dynamic’ wallpaper option changes colors automatically
Apple TV+ InSight feature now live with iOS 18 and tvOS 18 beta 3
Apple Watch Series 10 to feature larger screen and thinner design, but new health features could be delayed
Benjamin's Apple Watch Ultra try-on
Report: Apple testing next-gen Apple Watch SE made with plastic to cut costs
iPhone 16 Pro to get same 5x zoom camera as Pro Max, bigger upgrades next year
Benjamin's Vision Pro photoshoot
Apple Vision Pro: EyeSight, comfort, and more impressions from my latest demo
Vision Pro: I just tried Apple's first spatial computer, and here's what I think
9to5Mac Happy Hour 438: Hands-on impressions and thoughts on Apple Vision Pro design and features
Apple’s F1 new details: first trailer, budget dispute, IMAX runtime
The first Apple TV+ summer blockbuster, Brad Pitt’s Formula 1 film, is titled ’F1’ -
iPhone longevity, Apple Watch Series 10 rumors, AirPods with cameras in 2026
Benjamin and Chance reflect on all the week’s Apple news in this July holiday episode. Apple has released a new whitepaper on Apple device longevity, as right-to-repair regulation takes hold. The Apple Watch Series 10 this year might not be the drastic Series X redesign we’d all been hoping for, and Kuo expects AirPods Pro with infrared cameras to launch in 2026.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin is still annoyed by iOS 18 Game Mode, and Chance has a change of opinion about the iPad Pro nano-texture display. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Hosts
Chance Miller
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@chancehmiller@mastodon.social
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@ChanceHMiller on Threads
Benjamin Mayo
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Apple shares new stats on product longevity; touts iPhone's resale value vs Android - 9to5Mac
Report: Apple developing new way to make iPhone batteries easier to replace - 9to5Mac
Apple Watch Series 10 may not get a radical redesign after all
Alleged Apple Watch Series 10 schematics show larger 2-inch display, unchanged band attachment system - 9to5Mac
Kuo: Apple to begin mass production of AirPods with cameras by 2026 - 9to5Mac
I was wrong about the new iPad Pro’s nano-texture display - 9to5Mac -
Beats Pill returns, iOS 18 beta 2 features, EU regulatory ramifications continue
Benjamin and Chance react to all the new features in iOS 18 beta 2, and the fact that most of those features won’t be available in the European Union as Apple worries about DMA compliance concerns. In other EU legal news, the commission threatens fines for Apple’s anti-steering policies, and is officially investigating the Core Technology Fee. Also, Chance reviews the new Beats Solo Buds and relaunched Beats Pill portable speaker.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance’s Mac low storage bug returns, and Benjamin tries the Connected Cards feature in the Apple Wallet app. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Hosts
Chance Miller
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@chancehmiller@mastodon.social
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@ChanceHMiller on Threads
Benjamin Mayo
@bzamayo on Twitter
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@bzamayo on Threads
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Review: Beats Solo Buds set a new standard
Hands-on: The Beats Pill is back and better than ever
US carriers enabling RCS for iPhone users running iOS 18 beta 2
EU App Store changes for iPad now available to test with second iPadOS 18 beta
Hands-on with iPhone Mirroring with iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia
Hands-on with SharePlay Remote Control on iPadOS 18 [Video]
Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring to Mac, and SharePlay Screen Sharing won’t be available in the EU at launch
EU says Apple anti-steering rules in breach of DMA, officially investigating Core Technology Fee terms
Apple TV app adds new 'Catch Up' feature for live streaming sports in MLS Season Pass
Apple announces first premium podcast, available to listen early access with Apple TV+ subscription -
Thinner design Apple products, bigger screen Apple Watch rumors, more iOS 18 tidbits
Benjamin and Chance are back with a review of this week’s Apple news, including thoughts on the rumored bigger watch sizes coming this fall, Apple’s plans to design thinner iPhone and MacBook Pro models, and the abrupt cancellation of Apple Pay Later. We also have unearthed even more interesting changes found in the first iOS 18 beta.
And in Happy Hour Plus, we predict what iOS 18 features will have the most impact, positive or negative, on the public at large when the software update lands on customer iPhones later this year. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Hosts
Chance Miller
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@chancehmiller@mastodon.social
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@ChanceHMiller on Threads
Benjamin Mayo
@bzamayo on Twitter
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@bzamayo on Threads
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Links
iOS 18 brings math and conversions support to your iPhone's keyboard
iOS 18 lets users choose their preferred Home Hub device
watchOS 11 removes Siri face on Apple Watch
Apple planning redesigned iPhone, MacBook Pro, and Apple Watch that are significantly thinner
Kuo: Apple Watch Series 10 to feature larger display and thinner chassis, approaching Ultra screen size
Apple discontinuing Apple Pay Later, ahead of new features launching this fall
Apple Pay Later withdrawal likely because of a law passed in 1968
Report: Apple halts work on Vision Pro, aims to release cheaper Vision headset next year
Customer Reviews
Amazing
This is an amazing show. I love listening to this and it gives me a better understanding of what is happening in the ‘Apple World’. Keep up the great work 😀😀
Keep up the great work!
Long time listener from Sydney Australia🇦🇺. Love the show. Never miss an epp. Topics are always interesting and on point. Instant 5 ⭐️ rating rocketing 🚀 your way. Keep up the great work!
Great show
Love the show and content! Entertaining tech banter and jokes too. So much so that I’m happen to subscribe.