Operating Systems

Watch Jony Ive talk Apple legacy, LoveFrom philosophy, and more
Jony Ive, Apple’s iconic former design chief, sat down for a rare interview at Stripe Sessions 2025. The hour-long conversation with Stripe co-founder Patrick Collison covers everything from his first impressions of Silicon Valley to the design ritua...
2025-05-09 03:14
The best travel show on Apple TV+ just made its triumphant return
Looking for a weekend escape? The first two episodes of Long Way Home, the latest installment in Apple TV+’s best travel series, have just dropped — and it’s the perfect watch if you’re craving a scenic adventure. more…
2025-05-09 02:54
Easily Toggle Ubuntu’s New Wellbeing Reminders On/Off
The Wellbeing controls available in Ubuntu 25.04 make it easy to get periodic prompts to move your butt or look away from your screen — you might not want them enabled all the time, though. Wellbeing controls were one of the flagship features of GNOM...
2025-05-08 22:26
OpenAI announces data residency support in Asian countries
This allows organizations in these regions to store their data locally, helping them comply with data sovereignty regulations. Read more...
2025-05-08 22:06
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is nerfing its best skill after it started one-shotting every boss in sight: "We gave it a big damage boost—and clearly overdid it"
Maelle has a Skill in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 — Stendhal — so powerful that it's completely broken the game. Now, the developers are nerfing it and the builds that make it so overpowered.
2025-05-08 21:56
Apple Card holders can get six months of $0 delivery fees and 5% back on rides with Uber
There’s a new perk awaiting Apple Card holders this week. Also, one reason to pay for phone service with Apple Card is going away. more…
2025-05-08 21:52
OpenAI launches GitHub "connector" for ChatGPT Deep Research to answer questions about code
OpenAI has updated ChatGPT's Deep Research with its first connector, a GitHub integration that pulls context from code to help answer technical questions. Read more...
2025-05-08 21:52
Microsoft is hiring to double down on one of Xbox's best features; I can't wait
Xbox Backward Compatibility could come back if this new job listing is accurate, meaning much older games could be played on the latest Xbox hardware. Here's why it matters.
2025-05-08 20:56
Apple’s leaked iPhone roadmap looks bigger and better than ever
Last fall, a leaked internal memo revealed Apple’s hardware chief, John Ternus, claiming the iPhone’s current roadmap was the “most ambitious in the product’s history.” Now, leaks this week laid out that big iPhone roadmap and seem to back up...
2025-05-08 20:22
9to5Mac Daily: May 8, 2025 – Will you need an iPhone in ten years?
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 podcast players. Sponsored by ...
2025-05-08 20:18
iPhone release schedule shakeup, iPhone 17 Air battery life, 2025 Pride band
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 p...
2025-05-08 20:05
Frostpunk 2 first content update delivers new map, a "gentler" difficulty, and much more
11 Bit Studios has launched the first major content update for Frostpunk 2, which includes a new difficulty setting, a fresh map, the launch of the modding tools, and more features. Read more...
2025-05-08 20:00
Users aren't thrilled, but Meta is continuing its ad push with video ads on Threads
Meta is looking for ways to modify its X alternative, Threads, and has begun testing video ads on the platform. Read more...
2025-05-08 19:44
"It's not even funny anymore." Helldivers 2 players are putting the underwhelming new Warbond on blast, and I'm with them
Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead has finally announced the game's new Masters of Ceremony Warbond, but the disappointing look of its unlocks has left many underwhelmed.
2025-05-08 19:31
Google Chrome now uses Gemini Nano to fight online scams
Google has updated Chrome's Enhanced Protection mode. The feature uses Gemini to enable faster detection. Read more...
2025-05-08 19:26
Rumor Replay: Major new iPhone leaks for 2026 and beyond
This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: major leaks for iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 18 Pro, a new Air ‘Max’ size, and more spanning 2026 and b...
2025-05-08 19:02
Google Maps lets you customize your car icon on Android Auto and CarPlay – how to do it
New updates to Google Maps have made it possible to show a custom car icon during navigation through both Android Auto and CarPlay. Here’s how it works. more…
2025-05-08 18:33
Get audiophile-grade sound for less with the Yamaha R-N800A
Save hundreds of dollars now with this great deal on the Yamaha R-N800A network receiver. You can use it to stream hi-fidelity content from popular services or use phono to listen to vinyl. Read more...
2025-05-08 18:08
iPadOS 19: Four new features being announced next month
WWDC is only a few weeks away, and Apple has a lot of big announcements coming. Here are four new iPadOS 19 features rumored to be unveiled next month. more…
2025-05-08 17:38
Mafia: The Old Country launches this August with a $50 price tag
Mafia: The Old Country finally has an official release date, and alongside it, Take-Two has revealed that the single-player title will only have a $50 price tag at launch. Read more...
2025-05-08 17:32