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• WhatsApp is getting AI-powered summaries for unread chats

  11-06-2025 23:47 via 9to5mac.com
  When Apple’s AI summaries for notifications work, they can be pretty useful. However, with Apple Intelligence limited to select devices, most iPhone users still can’t take advantage of it. Now, WhatsApp is testing its own in-app, AI-powered feature that summarizes unread messages in chats, groups, and channels. Here’s how it works.more…
  
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• New iOS 27 designs reportedly coming to these iPhone apps

  05-06-2026 21:24 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iOS 27 will be unveiled in mere days, and rumors indicate the update will bring new design changes in big and small ways to a variety of iPhone apps. Here’s what’s coming.more…
  
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• iOS 27: Everything we know about the 2026 iPhone update

  05-06-2026 20:59 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple is still wrapping up development of iOS 26, but is already hard at work on the next major iPhone operating system release: iOS 27.
  With an unveiling coming in early June at WWDC, we’ve already heard a few rumors about what the next OS will have in store for our iPhones when it is released in September 2026. We also have an Apple WWDC event live blog where we will be sharing expert commentary and our immediate reactions and what the news means to you.iOS 27 could be one of Ap
  
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• HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot launches a battery-powered standing fan with Apple Home integration

  05-06-2026 20:59 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Fans are one of those categories where true innovation is kind of hard to find. Ultimately, it’s just there to cool things and circulate air. SwitchBot recently launched its new SwitchBot Standing Circulator Fan, which caught my eye for its built-in battery and Matter (and therefore Apple Home) compatibility. Let’s take a closer look at what this portable fan actually offers and what you need to know before picking one up.more…
  
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• Lil Finder Guy pet was the gateway to building my own Mac apps with Codex

  05-06-2026 20:37 via 9to5mac.com
  
  At the start of May, OpenAI released a playful feature inside its Codex desktop app for creating a virtual pet.This silly little addition solved my biggest challenge with Codex: what should I do with it? My first real task with Codex was putting together a virtual Lil Finder Guy for fun.A month later, I’m using two Mac apps that Codex built at my direction. Toying around with Codex Pets was the gateway for me to better understand its capabilities.
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• iPadOS 27: Four new iPad features being announced next week

  05-06-2026 19:44 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple’s big WWDC keynote is almost here, and rumors indicate iPadOS 27’s unveiling will bring these four new features—plus a lot more.more…
  
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• Apple TV this week: ‘Cape Fear’ is now streaming

  05-06-2026 19:06 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  What’s new on Apple TV? What are the best shows and movies? How do you sign up and what does it cost? This article will answer all of that, and you’ll also get a list of all the currently-available Apple TV content.There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s service, too. If you want to know what’s on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple TV shows and movies.Updated June 5, 2026: Cape Fear is now streaming. Mentioned IN THIS storyAppl
  
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• Touch ID coming to iPhone Ultra this fall, here’s why

  05-06-2026 18:56 via 9to5mac.com
  
  This fall, Apple is launching a new foldable iPhone that rumors say will be called iPhone Ultra. And one of the more curious features of iPhone Ultra is the use of Touch ID instead of Face ID. Here’s why Apple’s reportedly making the switch.more…
  
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• Watch this Franken-Neo come alive with official Apple parts

  05-06-2026 18:39 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  One of the cool things about the MacBook Neo is that it’s designed so the user can repair it if needed. You can order parts online and use Apple’s manuals to, say, replace a broken trackpad. But as it turns out, Apple doesn’t require you to buy the same-colored parts as your MacBook Neo. You could, for example, buy a Citrus trackpad for your Indigo Neo or mix-and-match keycaps to create a multi-colored rainbow MacBook Neo.That’s exactly what Antonio G. Di Benedet
  
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• CalDigit TS5 and Element 5 Hub Review: Two Thunderbolt 5 Docks for Apple's Latest Macs

  05-06-2026 18:30 via macrumors.com
  
  CalDigit is best known for its docks and hubs, and it has two options designed for Apple's latest Macs. I reviewed the larger $500 20-port TS5 Plus last summer, and for the last couple of weeks, I've been testing the $400 15-port TS5 that launched a bit later than the premium model, and the smaller $250 Element 5 Hub.
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  The TS5 is probably the Thunderbolt 5 dock that I would recommend if someone on the street came up to me and asked which Thunderbolt 5 dock to buy. It's smaller and takes up le
  
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• Apple Arcade in June: Four new games added to the service

  05-06-2026 18:28 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t a little different from the likes of PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. If you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers.Updated June 5, 2026: There are four new games on the service this month: Coffee Inc. 2+, Free Cell Solitaire: Card Game+, Mini Football Legends, and My Talking Tom 2+.What is Apple Arcade?Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad, M
  
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• WWDC top 5: Here’s what I can’t wait for Apple to announce Monday

  05-06-2026 18:04 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  WWDC is the year’s most exciting event for the Apple community. Of course, September is when the new iPhones come out, but WWDC is when Apple unveils the ideas that will shape the next 12 months of its ecosystem. Not only that, but we even get to try out many of these announcements right after they’re unveiled in the developer betas.And this year seems particularly important. Following the ambitious yet chaotic rollout of Apple Intelligence in 2024, WWDC 2026 is rumored to b
  
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• AirPods 4 are down to a cool $99 for those hot summer beats

  05-06-2026 18:01 via macworld.com
  
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  Summer is nearly here, and just in time, Apple’s AirPods 4 are down to $99 from $129, the lowest they’ve been all year. They briefly dipped lower for Black Friday 2025, so this isn’t an all-time best, but $99 is a strong number for Apple’s current standard earbuds and an easy entry point if you’ve been holding out.If you absolutely hate earbuds with silicone tips, then you’ll love the fit of AirPods 4. When using them for long
  
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• Smart home diary: A fresh look as I start again in my new home

  05-06-2026 18:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  I’ve recently completed what must be a strong contender for the longest-running saga in selling one home and buying another. I won’t bore you with the details, but the entire process from start to finish was two years almost exactly to the day. I have sadly sacrificed my former spectacular city view but let’s just say it was a good move.I set an ambitious target of a fortnight for completing all the main home improvement work on my new apartment, and so far seem to be getting p
  
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• Deals: AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, Apple Watch from $219, black Trail Loop, MacBook Air, more

  05-06-2026 17:29 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by some of the AirPods 4 nearly 25% off, and the best price ever on AirPods Max 2. Alongside the most affordable Apple Watch Series 11 down at $299 ($100 off) and Apple Watch SE 3 down at $219, we also have a super rare discount hitting Apple’s latest black Ultra Trail Loop today and Spigen’s Athlex Trail Loop-style Apple Watch band at $20. Just be sure to also scope out these M5 MacBook Air models still up to $270 off. Head below for a
  
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• Foldable iPhone May Not Come in Black, Leaker Suggests

  05-06-2026 17:19 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple has yet to finalize whether its upcoming foldable iPhone will be available in black, according to a questionable new rumor.
  The Weibo leaker known as "Instant Digital" commented today that Apple "hasn't even decided yet whether the foldable screen will come in black," adding pointedly: "Do they have a vendetta against the color black?" The remark suggests black is at least under consideration, but has not been confirmed as part of the lineup, a notably open question for a device that is ex
  
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• iOS 27 beta release date: When you can install the new iPhone update

  05-06-2026 17:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iOS 27’s big unveiling is just days away, and if you’re interested in installing pre-release software on your iPhone, you won’t have to wait long for the beta. Here’s the expected iOS 27 beta release date.more…
  
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• Anker’s versatile 2-in-1 Nano docking station is $40 off today

  05-06-2026 17:00 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAnker Nano 13-in-1 docking stationView Deal
  Anker’s uniquely versatile Nano docking station is down to $110 from $150, a $40 cut, and the cheapest this handy hub has ever been.This is such a cool dock to hub because it’s a 2-in-1 model. On the one hand, it’s a 13-in-1 docking station that can find its home near your laptop, and on the other hand, it’s a 6-in-1 hub you can take anywhere you go. Most docks live permanently on your desk, but this one lets you pop off
  
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• Will Apple Launch New Hardware at WWDC Next Week?

  05-06-2026 16:56 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple has several hardware releases in the pipeline, but will we see any of them unveiled at this year's Worldwide Developers Conference?
  WWDC is primarily a software event where new versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS take center stage, but it's not unusual for Apple to introduce new hardware during the developer conference. Take WWDC 2017, for example, where Apple first unveiled the original HomePod over six months ahead of its launch.
  Apple has chosen to show off other
  
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• $499 AirPods Max 2? The Best Apple Deals of the Week Are Here

  05-06-2026 16:32 via macrumors.com
  
  This week's best Apple deals included a new all-time low price on the AirPods Max 2, which have now hit $499.00 thanks to a $50 discount at Amazon and Best Buy. You'll also find great deals on AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and LG accessories below.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.AirPods Max 2What's the deal? Take $50 off AirPods Max 2
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• Disguised Russian banking app surged to top three on the US App Store

  05-06-2026 16:24 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Update: The app appears to have been removed two hours after our story was published.
  The third most popular free iPhone app in the U.S. App Store today is a mysterious productivity app that’s only available in Russian. That’s a pretty obvious red flag that something isn’t quite what it seems.more…
  
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• iOS 27 Will Reportedly Give Your iPhone 'Longer Battery Life'

  05-06-2026 16:20 via macrumors.com
  
  iOS 27 is rumored to be focused on bug fixes and performance improvements, and this should result in "longer battery life," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.In line with his previous reporting, Gurman today said Apple is "making performance improvements aimed at extending the battery life of the iPhone," but he said it is "unclear if Apple will quantify how much longer devices will last." In other words, it remains to be seen if Apple highlights the battery life improvements during its WWDC
  
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• iOS 27 Notifications Will Slide in From Left Side of Your iPhone's Screen

  05-06-2026 16:16 via macrumors.com
  
  Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today revealed another iOS 27 change: notifications will slide in from the left side of the screen instead of from the top.
  In addition, accessing Notification Center on iOS 27 will require swiping down on the top-left corner of the screen. If you swipe down on the Dynamic Island area, a new "Search or Ask" interface tied to the revamped Siri will appear, instead of Notification Center. This change may be limited to the iPhone 15 Pro and newer if the "Search or Ask" inter
  
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• macOS 27 could grant two wishes that longtime Mac users want most

  05-06-2026 16:14 via 9to5mac.com
  
  macOS 27 will be unveiled on Monday at WWDC, and rumors indicate the update will grant two wishes that longtime Mac users especially have been wanting.more…
  
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• iOS 27 tidbits: Find My changes, new animations, more

  05-06-2026 15:53 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iOS 27 is expected to be full of new features for Siri and Apple Intelligence. There are, however, a few other changes in store for some of the most-used iPhone apps. Here are a few new details from a Bloomberg report published today.more…
  
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• iOS 27: You might have to join a waitlist to try new Siri features

  05-06-2026 14:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is set to announce iOS 27 and an all-new version of Siri at WWDC in just a few days. Ahead of that, Bloomberg has published a monster recap of everything to expect at the event. There’s one specifically interesting tidbit: the so-called new Siri might have a waitlist for people who want to try the new features.more…
  
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• My top 5 announcements I want Apple to make during Monday’s keynote

  05-06-2026 14:27 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  WWDC is the year’s most exciting event for the Apple community. Of course, September is when the new iPhones come out, but WWDC is when Apple unveils the ideas that will shape the next 12 months of its ecosystem. Not only that, but we even get to try out many of these announcements right after they’re unveiled in the developer betas.And this year seems particularly important. Following the ambitious yet chaotic rollout of Apple Intelligence in 2024, WWDC 2026 is rumored to b
  
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• Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition for Mac Review: A strategy classic returns

  05-06-2026 14:18 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsFast-paced real-time strategy actionUpdated high-res graphicsDozens of historical campaigns to playTutorials for new playersConsOnline multiplayer is Mac-onlySlightly dated interfaceOur VerdictAge of Empires II: Definitive Edition remains one of the finest real-time strategy games available, with enhanced visuals and substantial DLC content. However, Mac players should be aware that it requires Apple Silicon hardware and online multiplayer is limited exclusi
  
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• Bright? Glow? What do the WWDC taglines mean?

  05-06-2026 13:55 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple is notoriously secretive, famous for locking down information about its products until the very moment they’re announced. Paradoxically, however, the company loves to tease us with cryptic clues and hints in its invites.The WWDC 2026 invitations feature a glowing version of the logo for Apple’s Swift programming language, above the words, “Coming bright up.” On its developer portal, meanwhile, the company uses the line “All systems glow.” What c
  
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• Plugable TBT-UDH2 review: The first dual-HDMI Thunderbolt 5 dock for Mac

  05-06-2026 13:35 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsThunderbolt 5Two dedicated HDMI 2.1 portsSupports dual 6K/60Hz on Mac2.5Gb EthernetFast card readers140W PD 3.1 to laptop2x 30W charging portsConsOnly one downstream Thunderbolt portOur VerdictThe TBT-UDH2 is an exceptionally able docking station with Thunderbolt 5, an incredible nine downstream USB ports, 2.5Gb Ethernet, fast card readers and unique dual-HDMI 2.1 ports that for many users will do away with the need for extra adapters.Price When Reviewed
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