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Leaker doubles down on two key display changes for the iPhone 18 Pro
If you were hoping Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro models would shake up their physical screen sizes, you can extra-officially temper your expectations. But that doesn’t mean the 2026 lineup won’t bring significant shifts in how the front of the iPhone loo...
2025-06-19 18:32
Gemini app rolls out video upload on Android, iPhone, & web
Besides the new navigation drawer and 2.5 Pro going stable, the Gemini app is rolling out video upload and analysis. This lets you add a clip to your prompt. more…
2025-06-19 17:10
Pour one out for 400/800 FireWire? macOS 26 beta 1 drops support both standards
If you’re still rocking a first-generation iPod or, like me, are holding on to an old FireWire external drive for dear life, this one might hit hard: the first developer beta of macOS 26 Tahoe appears to have dropped support for the FireWire 400 and ...
2025-06-19 16:55
Pour one out for 400/800 FireWire? macOS 26 beta 1 drops support for both standards
If you’re still rocking a first-generation iPod or, like me, are holding on to an old FireWire external drive for dear life, this one might hit hard: the first developer beta of macOS 26 Tahoe appears to have dropped support for the FireWire 400 and ...
2025-06-19 16:55
Deals: M4 Mac mini $469 all-time low, M4 Max Mac Studio $200 off, M4 MacBook Air $829, more
Alongside hundreds in savings on iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 units, today’s best deals are all about the Mac. Joining some relatively rare deals on the latest M4 Max Mac Studio models at $200 off, the most affordable M4 Mac mini has now hit a new all-tim...
2025-06-19 15:46
Apple explores new technique to make AI better match users’ writing styles
As more users start relying on AI for writing tasks like email drafts and document summaries, one common frustration remains: the output often sounds way too generic. Even when models like ChatGPT or Gemini are given detailed prompts, they rarely nail ...
2025-06-19 15:10
Apple hit with class action suit over App Store crypto scam
You know it’s a day that ends in “y” when there’s a new App Store lawsuit. This time, the issue isn’t antitrust or developer rejection complaints, but rather a class action accusing Apple of facilitating the spread of cryptocurrency scams by ...
2025-06-19 14:13
Apple exploring generative AI to boost chip development, says hardware chief
Johny Srouji, Apple’s top chip executive revealed recently in a private event that the company is exploring the use of generative AI to help speed up the design process for its custom silicon. Here’s what he said, as reported by Reuters. more…
2025-06-19 13:27
DuckDuckGo scam blocker detects fake stores, crypto sites, virus alerts, more
The privacy-focused web browser DuckDuckGo has boosted its anti-scam features. It can now detect and block fake ecommerce stores, crypto sites, virus alerts, and more. The new security feature is completely free for all users on both Mac and iOS browse...
2025-06-19 12:44
Anker recalls PowerCore 10000 power bank due to fire safety risk
Anker and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission have issued a product recall for a popular power bank due to a fire safety risk … more…
2025-06-19 11:41
A staggering 16 billion logins exposed in epic data breach, including Apple accounts
Security researchers have discovered what they describe as “one of the largest data breaches in history,” comprising a staggering 16 billion logins, which include Apple accounts (formerly known as Apple IDs). The researchers said that the stolen da...
2025-06-19 11:06
9to5Mac Overtime 050: Finally, a real computer
Jeff and Fernando share their 1-week impressions with new Apple software, with a special focus on iPadOS 26. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring an Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and...
2025-06-19 10:00
PSA: Fortnite for iPhone and iPad crashes on iOS 26 beta after Blitz Royale update
Fortnite returned to the U.S. App Store last month after a five year hiatus over litigation between Epic Games and Apple. As of today, however, Fortnite is as good as gone on iPhones and iPads running the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 beta. more…
2025-06-19 02:36
PSA: Fortnite for iPhone and iPad no longer runs on iOS 26 beta after Blitz Royale update
Fortnite returned to the U.S. App Store last month after a five year hiatus over litigation between Epic Games and Apple. As of today, however, Fortnite is as good as gone on iPhones and iPads running the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 beta. more…
2025-06-19 02:36
Someone got iOS running on a Nintendo Switch, because why not?
While more than 3.5 million people have spent the last couple of weeks glued to a brand-new Nintendo Switch 2, X user PatRyk (@Patrosi73) decided to invest their time elsewhere: trying to run iOS on the original Nintendo Switch. And they did it! Sort o...
2025-06-18 23:19
Metal 4: Two new features that will make a difference for Mac gaming
Apple’s relationship with gaming on the Mac has always been… interesting. While the company has spent a fortune trying to frame the Mac as a proper gaming machine, gamers have yet to embrace it like Apple had hoped. But with Metal 4, announced at W...
2025-06-18 21:46
Taylor Swift once put Apple on blast and prompted big Apple Music change
Apple and Taylor Swift are each bigger successes today than ever before. 10 years ago though, they found themselves on opposite sides of a major issue that could have unraveled the successful launch of Apple Music. Here’s what happened. more…
2025-06-18 20:23
Apple Camp 2025 brings new iMovie-focused workshops for kids, sign up now
Apple’s free summer workshops for kids are back. Starting today, parents and guardians can register for this year’s edition of Apple Camp, which will run from June 21 through July 31 at Apple Store locations worldwide. See how to register and take ...
2025-06-18 19:55
Apple debuts ‘Big Man’, a new Shot on iPhone short film starring Stormzy
Apple’s latest release in its long-running “Shot on iPhone” campaign is here, and this time it stars UK rapper and musician Stormzy in a cool new short film called Big Man. Watch it below, alongside an interesting behind-the-scenes video. more…
2025-06-18 19:40
Craig Federighi explains why iPad shouldn’t run macOS, more in new interview
iPadOS 26 is in many ways the major update that iPad power users have been asking for. And in a new interview at MacStories, software chief Craig Federighi explains why the iPad shouldn’t run macOS, how iPadOS 26 came to fruition, and more. more…
2025-06-18 17:52