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Benjamin and Chance discuss the Liquid Glass design changes that came as part of iOS 26 beta 3, debate whether it looks better, and whether it retains the spirit of what Apple presented in June. There’s also a handful of other interesting changes in these latest betas for iPad, Watch and Mac. Plus, Apple formally appeals the EU on anti-steering requirements, and Jeff Williams announces his retirement in the latest significant shakeup of the Apple leadership team. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin discusses the report that Apple has submitted an official bid in the rights negotiations for streaming F1 in the US. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get 10 Free Meals with a Free Item For Life at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Sponsored by Roborock: The smartest vacuums just got more affordable. Roborock’s Prime Day sale has arrived—with exclusive, limited-time savings on their top models. Sponsored by Mint Mobile: Get your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at mintmobile.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Oracle: Learn how to cut your cloud bill in half at oracle.com/HAPPYHOUR. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Aqara G410 Steve Troughton-Smith on Mastodon Apple formally appeals €500 million DMA fine in the EU iOS 26 beta 3 changes Liquid Glass in iOS 26 beta 3 less dramatic as Apple optimizes redesign for usability Matt Birchler: Liquid glass, now with frosted tips Mayo’s Music app example macOS 26 beta 3 features a new 'Tahoe Day' aerial screen saver Apple COO Jeff Williams stepping down later this month Apple design team to start reporting directly to Tim Cook later this year Report: Apple in active negotiations for Formula 1 streaming rights in the US

Benjamin and Chance discuss the intriguing rumor from Ming-Chi Kuo that Apple is readying a new cheaper MacBook Air powered by an A18 Pro CPU. Also, Apple befuddles everyone with a new byzantine set of App Store rules in the EU, and Apple seems open to powering AI Siri using third-party models. And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance walks through some tech updates after another big move. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Caldera Lab: High performance men’s skincare. Get 20% off your first order at CalderaLab.com/HAPPYHOUR Sponsored by Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour. Sponsored by 1Password: Secure every app, device, and identity – even the unmanaged ones – at 1password.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Kuo: Apple to release cheaper MacBook powered by iPhone processor First reference to MacBook with A18 Pro discovered in Apple code Apple announces sweeping App Store changes in the EU Apple Music launching Replay All Time, revealing your most streamed music ever Apple might ditch internal AI efforts for Siri revamp Report: Apple held internal talks about acquiring Perplexity

Benjamin and Chance talk about all the changes in iOS 26 beta 2 and macOS Tahoe beta 2, try out all the new features in watchOS 26 for the first time, and talk about why availability of Apple features and services can be so splintered.  And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin saw the F1 film in IMAX, and en route observed some horror stories of how people actually use their phones in the real world. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by IDEO U: check out IDEO U’s online learning experiences, built by experts from the renowned design and innovation company IDEO. Get 15% by going to ideou.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Backblaze: Never lose a file again. Use code “9to5HH” at checkout for 10% off. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get 10 Free Meals with a Free Item For Life at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Magic Rays of Light The Talk Show  Apple Sports app redesigned with new personalized sections, adds tennis scores just in time for Wimbledon Everything new in iOS 26 beta 2 iOS 26 beta 2 provides first possible confirmation of iPhone 17 Air resolution macOS Tahoe 26 beta 2 changes Finder icon macOS Tahoe 26 beta 2 includes toggle to restore menu bar background Camera Remote hint on watchOS 26 F1 Marks Apple's Acceleration into a New Era of Entertainment

Benjamin and Chance catch up on all the stuff they didn’t get time to cover, still reeling in the haze of the WWDC hangover, discussing a bunch of cool new things across iOS, watchOS, and visionOS.  And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance go hands-on with all the new CarPlay changes in iOS 26. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Backblaze: Never lose a file again. Use code "9to5HH" at checkout for 10% off. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Constant Contact: Email marketing, made easy. Get a free thirty-day trial at constantcontact.com. Sponsored by Caldera Lab: High performance men's skincare. Get 20% off your first order at CalderaLab.com/HAPPYHOUR Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Video: Here's a first look at using Apple Vision Pro with PlayStation VR controllers iOS 26 makes Apple Music Replay fully native inside the app iOS 26 adds incredible new AutoMix feature to Apple Music Apple will let third party music apps show animated artwork on the iPhone lock screen, not just Apple Music iOS 26 beta reveals there's another Apple app that will work via satellite iOS 26 tells you how long it will take for your iPhone battery to finish charging Apple’s killer one-time code autofill feature gets even better in iOS 26 watchOS 26 update removes five faces from Apple Watch watchOS 26: More Apple Watch faces using Series 10’s upgraded display Vision Pro's first third-party Apple Immersive Video brings MotoGP racing via Blackmagic Spoiler: The Beard Is Still a Problem CarPlay in iOS 26 adds new 'Smart Display Zoom' feature [Gallery] CarPlay in iOS 26 enables AirPlay 'video in the car' feature for apps

Benjamin and Chance are back with another bumper WWDC installment, featuring our thoughts on everything Apple announced during its 2025 keynote. From new features in iOS 26 to the sweeping redesign of Liquid Glass, we give our first reactions of all the changes in the new operating systems.  And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance talks more about his experience on the ground at Apple Park. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by iMazing: iMazing 3 is a comprehensive platform for Apple device management with complete device control for backup management, data transfer capabilities, and much more. Try it now. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get 10 Free Meals with a Free Item For Life at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links WWDC 2025 News Hub: iOS 26 is here - 9to5Mac

Benjamin and Chance get hyped for WWDC 2025 with coverage of all the last-minute news, as well as the state of the rumor mill in the run-up to Apple’s big software show. There’s talk of a new Gaming app, a major change to Apple’s OS version numbering, and much more to discuss ahead of next week’s event.  And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin tries to convince Chance to use his Vision Pro on the plane. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Insta360: Get a free 45-inch invisible selfie stick with your Insta360 X5 purchase at store.insta360.com with promo code happyhour. Available for the first 30 purchases only, so act quick. Sponsored by Storyworth: Give all the “dads” in your life a unique, heartfelt gift that you’ll all cherish for years. Save $10 on your first purchase at storyworth.com/9TO5MAC. Sponsored by Oracle: Learn how to cut your cloud bill in half at oracle.com/HAPPYHOUR. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Peter on Mastodon Apple rejected Elon Musk’s satellite offer, now its plans are in jeopardy: report Epic Games: Apple’s attempt to pause App Store antitrust order fails Apple’s App Store still in violation of DMA, has 30 days to comply Report: iOS 19 to include new app dedicated to gaming Apple working on new App Store-like app dedicated to games Apple acquires videogame studio behind hit Arcade title Sneaky Sasquatch iOS 26 is coming next month, not iOS 19 Apple reportedly naming macOS 26 after California's Lake Tahoe to signify redesign Exclusive: iOS 26 to bring new features for Messages, CarPlay, and more Exclusive: AirPods to get camera control, sleep detection, new gestures

Benjamin and Chance talk about everything Apple in the run-up to WWDC, including news that watchOS and tvOS should also expect major design changes this cycle. Also, Chance used his phone as his ID at the airport, Apple’s smart glasses plans advance and Apple Watch sales are reportedly struggling.  And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance share their favorite spring TV picks. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Quince: For the dad who deserves better than basic—Quince has you covered. For free shipping and 365-day returns, go to quince.com/happyhour. Sponsored by NordLayer: A toggle-ready network security platform built for modern businesses. Get up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code happyhour-10 at nordlayer.com/happyhour.  Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring a new Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple needs to step on the gas for better EV support in CarPlay Apple Watch and Apple TV operating systems to receive major design changes at WWDC alongside iOS 19 Apple reportedly planning to introduce Meta Ray-Ban style smart glasses around 2027 Apple's AI glasses are coming sooner than we thought Apple Music launches Sound Therapy, a new ‘audio wellness’ feature Apple Watch in significant global decline for two years now Hacks Veep Survivor (American TV series) Your Friends & Neighbors The Studio The Last of Us The Pitt

WWDC invites have gone out, and Chance will be there in person. The pair discuss the narrative of indifference that hangs over WWDC at the moment, as the tech industry is currently dominated by daily onslaught of AI news. And while the rumors about the AirPods roadmap are a little bleak, Apple is rumored to be shipping a truly all-screen bezel-less iPhone in a couple of years time — an exciting prospect indeed. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin has spilt tea on his Magic Keyboard, which leads into a bigger topic of the pair talking about what sits on their desk. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Things: The award-winning to-do app, now powered by the all-new Things Cloud, written in Swift. Sponsored by NordLayer: A toggle-ready network security platform built for modern businesses. Get up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code happyhour-10 at nordlayer.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get 10 Free Meals with a Free Item For Life at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple reveals WWDC25 schedule: 'On the horizon' Jony Ive and Evans Hankey directly working with OpenAI after AI startup acquisition Sam Altman says Jobs would have been proud Ive’s latest move Apple to let developers build with its own AI models starting at WWDC 2025 Apple taps Anthropic for AI coding as developers await Swift Assist Apple might increase iPhone 17 prices, but not reveal the true reason – WSJ 20th anniversary iPhone to be totally bezel-free w. hi-tech battery visionOS 3 will let you scroll apps using only your eyes, per report Kuo: No major AirPods hardware updates until AirPods Pro 3 in 2026 Here's when to expect the next generation of AirPods Max, reportedly featuring a new lighter weight design

Benjamin and Chance react to all the new accessibility features Apple previewed for iOS 19, like Magnifier and vehicle motion cues for Mac. This week also saw the surprise debut of next-gen CarPlay, now called CarPlay Ultra, arriving first in partnership with Aston Martin. We’ve also got some more rumors about some software features to expect at WWDC.  And in Happy Hour Plus, HBO corrects the Max branding mess. Should Apple follow suit? Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Insta360: Get a free 45-inch invisible selfie stick with your Insta360 X5 purchase at store.insta360.com with promo code happyhour. Available for the first 30 purchases only, so act quick. Sponsored by ExpressVPN: Secure your online data TODAY by visiting expressvpn.com/happyhour to find out how you can get up to four extra months FREE. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring a new Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links This is what happens when the Vision Pro shows up on The Price Is Right. Justin Ryan | Redefine Reality Apple unveils iOS 19 accessibility features: Magnifier for Mac, App Store labels, more CarPlay in iOS 19: Apple previews two new accessibility features iOS 18’s best in-car feature is now coming to the Mac too Next-gen CarPlay, branded CarPlay Ultra, starts rolling out today Here are the automakers committed to supporting CarPlay Ultra Top Gear gives us a detailed look at Apple CarPlay Ultra [Video] Hands-on: In a world of CarPlay uncertainty, Polestar 2's dual-screen interface shines Apple might increase iPhone 17 prices, but not reveal the true reason – WSJ macOS 16 to enable clipboard privacy protection Gurman: iOS 19 to include new feature to greatly simplify public Wi-Fi experience iOS 19 will upgrade iPhone’s battery life using Apple Intelligence: report iOS 19 should be ‘less glitchy’ than past updates, per report Max is changing its name again, back to ‘HBO Max’ HBO Max on TikTok

Benjamin and Chance talk about all the big Apple news of the week, including Apple’s latest earnings report, the new 2025 Pride band and wallpaper, and several rumors about the upcoming iPhone roadmap. Apple is apparently going to shift some of its phone releases to the spring going forward, and the 17 Air might not have the battery life we originally hoped. And in Happy Hour Plus, Eddy Cue makes provocative claims about the future of the iPhone in court testimony. We discuss what he meant. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring a new Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence. Sponsored by Storyworth: Give all the “moms” in your life a unique, heartfelt gift that you’ll all cherish for years. Save $10 on your first purchase at storyworth.com/9TO5MAC. Sponsored by Oracle: Learn how to cut your cloud bill in half at oracle.com/HAPPYHOUR. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get 10 Free Meals with a Free Item For Life at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple announces new 2025 Apple Watch Pride band, watch face, and wallpaper iOS 18.5 release candidate now available with release notes Apple reports Q2 2025 earnings with $95.4 billion in revenue Apple says Trump import tariffs will increase its costs by $900 million this quarter Tim Cook addresses Apple's delay of personalized Siri features Apple just appealed the court ruling that forced big App Store change Apple pushes to halt App Store overhaul as Epic Games appeal moves forward Apple approves Spotify app update with external payment links Kindle’s iOS app just made buying books easier than ever on iPhone and iPad Epic Games targets Apple with zero-commission plan and App Store workaround Apple may transition to a staggered release schedule with iPhone 18 lineup: report Apple to shake up iPhone release calendar with base iPhone 18 launch in spring 2027, six months after Pro models iPhone 18 Pro will have a curious design choice if this rumor is true iPhone 17 Air will revive discontinued Apple accessory to help with important tradeoff Kuo: Apple already working on updated iPhone Air model with larger screen Apple to add AI search partners to Safari as Google usage falls Apple SVP Eddy Cue says ‘you may not need’ iPhone by 2035 Google contests Eddy Cue's claim that Apple users are searching less

Benjamin and Chance react to the huge developments in the Epic vs. Apple case, with Apple now compelled to allow free rein links out to the web, with no commission. Also this week, we get our best look yet at the super-slim iPhone 17 Air, there are intriguing rumors about iOS 19 and iPadOS 19, and Apple quietly launches a bizarre new microsite on its website.  And in Happy Hour Plus, understandably, Chance gives up on Mac support for HomePod audio output. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring a new Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence. Sponsored by Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Insta360: Get a free 45-inch invisible selfie stick with your Insta360 X5 purchase at store.insta360.com with promo code happyhour. Available for the first 30 purchases only, so act quick. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Epic win: Apple forced to give developers (almost) free reign to link out and avoid paying Apple's 30% cut Epic Games claims victory as Apple sanctioned for defying court order over App Store rules Fortnite will return to the App Store for iPhone and iPad in every country — on one condition Apple addresses App Store ruling as Fortnite eyes return iPhone 17 Air is stunningly thin compared to iPhone 16 Pro in latest leak New video shows iPhone 17 Air thinness hands-on: ‘that feels futuristic’ New iPhone 17 dummy models provide a better look at whole lineup in two colors iPhone 17 Air barely thicker than side buttons in latest design leak Rumor: iPhone 17 Pro could launch in Sky Blue Rumor: iPadOS 19 will add Mac-like Menu Bar and Stage Manager 2.0 iOS 19 brings ‘Stage Manager-like’ UI to iPhone with external display, per rumor By 2027, Apple to import all iPhones sold in the US from India, rather than China Apple's 20th anniversary iPhone redesign may be pretty expensive, here's why Apple’s trying to build more iPhones in India, but China isn’t cooperating: report Apple launches ‘Snapshot,’ a new way to discover artists, actors, and athletes

Benjamin and Chance reflect on the history of the Apple Watch on its ten year anniversary. Also, the EU slaps Apple with its first ever fines under the DMA. Rockwell is said to already be making waves with big Siri leadership changes, and Chance appreciates the flexibility of modern Photographic Styles. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin dives into the bizarre UI world of the five-levels-deep iCloud+ settings screen. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Insta360: Get a free 45-inch invisible selfie stick with your Insta360 X5 purchase at store.insta360.com with promo code happyhour. Available for the first 30 purchases only, so act quick. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Storyworth: Give all the “moms” in your life a unique, heartfelt gift that you’ll all cherish for years. Save $10 on your first purchase at storyworth.com/9TO5MAC. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Siri’s new boss is already making big internal changes, per report Opinion: Apple Watch Series 2 may right enough wrongs to keep it on my wrist Comment: Going from a skeptic to an every day user with Apple Watch Series 2 Rumor: iPhone 17 Pro could launch in Sky Blue Apple fined 500 million euros by EU under the Digital Markets Act, forced to make changes to App Store policies Commission closes investigation into Apple's user choice obligations and issues preliminary findings on rules for alternative apps under the Digital Markets Act

Benjamin and Chance talk about the news and rumors of the week, including a report that iPadOS 19 will gain Mac-like productivity and multitasking features, the claim that Tim Cook is laser focused on beating Meta to AR glasses, and there’s profiles about some of the internal management dysfunction in the AI groups. Also, Apple has kicked off a rare sales promo at its stores in celebration of Earth Day. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin used public EV charging for the first time this past weekend, and hit a rather unfortunate snag. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit and give your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/9to5mac. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple launches 10% discount on 16+ products when you recycle old tech Report: iPadOS 19 to be 'more like macOS' in major overhaul Not an iPad Pro Review: Why iPadOS Still Doesn't Get the Basics Right - MacStories Tim Cook is dead set on beating Meta to 'industry-leading' AR glasses: report Apple reportedly planning 'lighter and cheaper' refresh for Vision Pro, more Apple Vision ‘Air’ will use titanium to cut weight and come in black, per leak [U] This is how Apple’s big Siri shake-up happened, per report Craig Federighi’s leadership has already resulted in this major Siri pivot, per report Tim Cook approved big AI investment in 2023, but Luca Maestri slashed it: NYT New Siri features in iOS 19 are coming sooner than we thought, per NYT Apple details on-device Apple Intelligence training system using user data

Benjamin and Chance react to the unfolding trade tariffs and Apple’s uncharacteristically silent stance on matters. Also, there’s a bunch of new purported renders of iOS 19 design changes, and Apple is said to be working on bold new iPhone designs for next year’s 20th anniversary. Also, Chance comes away super impressed with the new Vision Pro Yankee Stadium tour. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin preps his iPad for an upcoming road trip, and bemoans Plex’s latest app update. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Storyworth: Give all the “moms” in your life a unique, heartfelt gift that you’ll all cherish for years. Save $10 on your first purchase at storyworth.com/9TO5MAC. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Sponsored by Oracle: Learn how to cut your cloud bill in half at oracle.com/HAPPYHOUR. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple is racing to fly planes of iPhones into the US ahead of Trump’s tariffs Trump enacts 90-day pause for most tariffs, but raises China’s to 125% Report: Apple planning 'bold' new 20th anniversary design for iPhone 19 Pro Gurman: iPhone 17 Pro won't feature 'particularly bold' new design Latest iOS 19 leak shows new icons, floating bars, more iPhone 17 leak reveals Pro models will get exclusive new Camera app feature Following demo at iPhone 11 event, FiLMiC multi-cam recording now available as new 'DoubleTake' app Apple smart home hub launch might be delayed until 2026: report

Benjamin and Chance start with a catch-up on changes to Friday Night Baseball, before diving into the software updates of the week, with the launch of iOS 18.4 and the first iOS 18.5 beta launching. Also, thoughts on Apple’s rumored AI Health service plans, and the latest on finding a new partner for the Apple Card. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin embarks on a mission to convert baby videos from old camcorder tapes, to digital files. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by DREAME: Get up to $600 off intelligent robotic cleaners and effortless wet/dry vacs in DREAME’s Spring Cleaning sale now. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links iOS 18.4 now available: Here's what's new Apple releases first iOS 18.5 beta iOS 18.5 makes it easier to get the old Apple Mail design back Apple reportedly wants to 'replicate' your doctor next year with new Project Mulberry WSJ: Visa and Amex both vying to take over Apple Card VHS and Camcorder USB Video Capture Kit for Mac

Benjamin and Chance get excited for iOS 19, off the back of WWDC 2025 being officially announced this week. Also, Siri fallout continues with newly announced leadership changes, with Vision Pro lead Mike Rockwell taking over the voice assistant. We debate whether that’s a good thing. Also, AirPods Max gets a software update out-of-the-blue, and Bloomberg reports Apple is considering adding a camera to the Apple Watch. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin gets his first real experience with electric car ownership, and the quirks of the cables and charging apps that it entails. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by DREAME: Get up to $600 off intelligent robotic cleaners and effortless wet/dry vacs in DREAME’s Spring Cleaning sale now. Sponsored by Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code MACHAPPYHOUR at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/machappyhour. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple announces WWDC 2025: iOS 19 and more coming soon iOS 19: Apple's big plans for a 'glassy' new design overhaul iOS 19 leak shows what the new interface will look like Apple puts Vision Pro creator in charge of Siri as Apple Intelligence rollout falters Apple announces AirPods Max update with lossless audio support Gurman: Future Apple Watch models may include cameras, as part of AI push Apple TV+ is losing $1 billion every year, per report Škoda Elroq Škoda Elroq - Wikipedia

Benjamin and Chance react to the biggest stories of the week, including Apple's commitment to support encrypted RCS, the rumored launch of a new live translation feature for AirPods, and the ongoing fallout of the Siri feature delays. Apple is also forced to add a variety of APIs to let third-party devices access iOS notifications and other system features, thanks to the latest EU decree. And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance rocks out to Metallica in the Vision Pro, and Apple finally announces Ted Lasso season four. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Stash: With Stash, there’s no more confusing, frustrating gatekeeping to keep you from investing. Go to get.stash.com/HAPPYHOUR to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures. Sponsored by Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code MACHAPPYHOUR at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/machappyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging on iPhone coming in future software update Apple will introduce a number of texting upgrades in iOS 19, here's what's coming Apple says EU interoperability requirements enable unfettered access to the iPhone, risks customer security and privacy EU orders Apple to open up access to iOS notifications, allow alternatives to AirDrop and AirPlay on the iPhone Apple working on live translation feature for AirPods with iOS 19 Apple exec slams ‘ugly and embarrassing’ Siri delays in all-hands meeting Apple announces new immersive concert experience for Apple Vision Pro Report: Apple considered removing USB-C port from iPhone 17 Air, more EU confirms Apple can make a portless iPhone without USB-C Apple officially announces Ted Lasso season 4 Poll: Do you want a thinner iPhone 7 at the expense of the 3.5mm headphone jack?

Benjamin and Chance react to the disappointing news that Apple officially delayed the ambitious AI Siri features indefinitely, and what the ramifications are on Apple’s product line in the near term. Meanwhile, Bloomberg reports Apple is preparing the biggest redesign to iOS since iOS 7, and Kuo has some details about Apple’s first foldable iPhone coming in 2026. And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance experiments with Benjamin’s external monitor arrangement, and we discuss the popularity of Safari’s “Compact” tab layout option. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Green Chef: Go to greenchef.com/happyhourfree and use code happyhourfree to get started with FREE salads for two months, plus 50% off your first box. Sponsored by ChargeASAP: Check out the Flash Pro Ultra, featuring a new 275W power bank with an OLED screen that can charge up to 6 devices simultaneously, including your MacBook, phone, smartwatch, and more! Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by 1Password: Secure every app, device, and identity – even the unmanaged ones – at 1password.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple officially delays its 'more personalized' version of Siri Bloomberg: Apple could have to scrap new Siri AI features and start over Apple pulls iPhone 16 ad over Apple Intelligence mishap Apple adds new disclaimer on its website advertising delayed AI Siri features Kuo: ‘HomePad’ delayed to post-WWDC to ensure iOS 19 design consistency Gurman: Apple smart home hub 'postponed', employees participating in at-home testing iOS 19 to bring an all-new design to your iPhone New Mac Studio reviews: M4 Max and M3 Ultra make for the most powerful Mac ever Apple's first foldable iPhone may feature crease-free display, but lacks Face ID and costs more than $2000 Gurman: Foldable iPhone and ‘another new iPhone design’ coming in 2026

Benjamin and Chance recap the newly announced lineup of iPads and Macs. The new iPad Air and base iPad offer even better value for money, while Apple pushes the performance edge with the surprising launch of the M3 Ultra in the Mac Studio, and makes the best MacBook yet with the new M4 MacBook Air. Also, iOS 18.4 beta 2 brings even more new features to discuss. And in Happy Hour Plus, Apple takes a swing at a home run with a trio of baseball content announcements. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Oracle: Learn how to cut your cloud bill in half at oracle.com/HAPPYHOUR. Sponsored by Stash: With Stash, there’s no more confusing, frustrating gatekeeping to keep you from investing. Go to get.stash.com/HAPPYHOUR to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures. Sponsored by ChargeASAP: Check out the Flash Pro Ultra, featuring a new 275W power bank with an OLED screen that can charge up to 6 devices simultaneously, including your MacBook, phone, smartwatch, and more! Sponsored by Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit and give your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/9to5mac. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple challenging legality of UK’s secret demand to globally compromise iCloud encryption iOS 18.4 beta 2: Here's everything new iOS 18.4 adds tons of new Shortcuts actions, hints at Siri’s future upgrades iOS 18.4 beta 2 includes seven new emoji iOS 18.4 brings RCS messaging to some of the last big carrier holdouts iOS 18.4 will address a frustrating CarPlay limitation iOS 18.4 upgrades the App Store with these two new features Apple unveils new iPad Air, here's what you need to know New Magic Keyboard launches for iPad Air with lower price, feature upgrades Apple updates base iPad with A16 chip and twice the storage Apple unveils M4 MacBook Air in new color and cheaper starting price Apple launches M3 Ultra chip with support for up to 512GB memory Apple launches new Mac Studio, here's everything new With M4 chips, Apple hints at making a key change for the first time

Benjamin and Chance wrap up the iPhone 16e reviews that dropped this week, and bemoan the UK forcing Apple to remove Advanced Data Protection in the region, before turning their attention to the fun news of the week that is the new beta season. iOS 18.4 and visionOS 2.4 include a bunch of features, from new Apple Intelligence updates to an entirely Food section in News+. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin finally has a new standing desk set up. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code MACHAPPYHOUR at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/machappyhour. Sponsored by ChargeASAP: Check out the Flash Pro Ultra, featuring a new 275W power bank with an OLED screen that can charge up to 6 devices simultaneously, including your MacBook, phone, smartwatch, and more! Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Supported by HelloFresh: Get one free item per box for life with promo code hellofreshpodcast! Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Return to inbox: this new iPhone Mail setting fixes one of the app's most annoying quirks Apple is removing iCloud end-to-encryption features from the UK after government compelled it to add backdoors Everything you need to know about Apple's changes to encryption in the UK iPhone 16e reviews: battery life, C1 chip, compromises, and price First lab tests show new Apple modem in iPhone 16e is comparable to iPhone 16 speeds, but much more efficient Apple denies rumor that C1 is responsible for MagSafe removal on iPhone 16e Testing confirms MagSafe doesn’t interfere with Apple’s C1 modem in iPhone 16e iOS 18.4 beta 1: Here's everything new iOS 18.4 beta 1 - 50 new changes and features [Video] iOS 18.4 adds new 'Food' section to Apple News+ with curated recipes in a clutter-free design New 'Home' device category mentioned in iOS 18.4 beta code iOS 18.4 enables Priority Notifications, a new Apple Intelligence feature iOS 18.4 beta 1 adds new Image Playground style with Apple Intelligence Apple just fixed one of CarPlay's biggest usability issues iOS 18.4 Home app adds support for Matter robot vacuums Apple to add proximity pairing to the Mac with macOS 15.4 Your Apple Vision Pro is getting a lot better with visionOS 2.4 Apple TV+ announces Bono documentary, the first feature-length Apple Immersive film for Apple Vision Pro