Benjamin and Chance discuss all the new features in the 26.2 betas, including a clever new Edge Light mode and even more Liquid Glass throughout the system. Apple launches Digital IDs in Wallet, and there are questions about the future of the iPhone Air.
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macOS 26.2 adds new ‘Edge Light’ feature for better video calls
iOS 26.2 lets you disable new CarPlay feature in Messages
iOS 26.2 adds a cool Liquid Glass effect to the native Level tool
tvOS 26.2 has two new features coming for Apple TV 4K users
Apple launches Digital ID feature in Wallet using your passport
PowerWash Simulator, more coming to Apple Arcade next month
Apple launches iPhone Pocket: a limited edition designer strap accessory
This is what Apple has in store for the future of satellite connectivity on iPhone: report
Apple just delayed the iPhone Air 2, report says
Report: iPhone Air 2 is delayed until 2027 so Apple can add a second camera to it
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Benjamin and Chance discuss all the new features in the 26.2 betas, including a clever new Edge Light mode and even more Liquid Glass throughout the system. Apple launches Digital IDs in Wallet, and there are questions about the future of the iPhone Air.
And in Happy Hour Plus, we consider if Apple is done for the year, as far as new product launches go. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Chance Miller
@chancemiller.me on Bluesky
@chancehmiller@mastodon.social
@ChanceHMiller on Instagram
@ChanceHMiller on Threads
Benjamin Mayo
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macOS 26.2 adds new ‘Edge Light’ feature for better video calls
iOS 26.2 lets you disable new CarPlay feature in Messages
iOS 26.2 adds a cool Liquid Glass effect to the native Level tool
tvOS 26.2 has two new features coming for Apple TV 4K users
Apple launches Digital ID feature in Wallet using your passport
PowerWash Simulator, more coming to Apple Arcade next month
Apple launches iPhone Pocket: a limited edition designer strap accessory
This is what Apple has in store for the future of satellite connectivity on iPhone: report
Apple just delayed the iPhone Air 2, report says
Report: iPhone Air 2 is delayed until 2027 so Apple can add a second camera to it
Blood Oxygen returns to Apple Watch, iOS 26 beta 6, Apple tabletop robots
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Blood Oxygen returns to Apple Watch, iOS 26 beta 6, Apple tabletop robots
Benjamin and Chance react to the surprise announcement that the Apple Watch Blood Oxygen feature is coming back for US users, via a phone relay workaround. Also, Apple released the latest beta of iOS 26, featuring some fun new animations and even more Liquid Glass refinements. Plus, there’s more speculation about the low-cost MacBook and more details about Apple’s future ventures into home robotics.
And in Happy Hour Plus, we catch up on some recent TV shows and movies we enjoyed this summer. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Apple launching ‘redesigned Blood Oxygen feature’ on Apple Watch in the U.S. today
Everything new in iOS 26 beta 6
iOS 26 beta 6 makes iPhone apps launch so much faster
iOS 26 beta 6 adds six brand new iPhone ringtones, listen here
Liquid Glass gets more changes in iOS 26 beta 6, here’s what’s new
The new Preview app has a fun interactive Liquid Glass easter egg
iOS 26 beta hints at upcoming AirPods live translation gesture
Faster animations on iOS 26 makes even older iPhones feel like new
The redundant iTunes Movies and TV Shows apps can now be hidden from the Apple TV Home Screen
A new Apple TV 4K is coming soon: will it support Apple Intelligence?
Low-cost MacBook production starting soon
Siri could get Finder-inspired new visual appearance next year, per report
Report: Apple planning ecosystem of home security devices to compete with Ring and Nest
9to5Mac Happy Hour
Benjamin and Chance discuss all the new features in the 26.2 betas, including a clever new Edge Light mode and even more Liquid Glass throughout the system. Apple launches Digital IDs in Wallet, and there are questions about the future of the iPhone Air.
And in Happy Hour Plus, we consider if Apple is done for the year, as far as new product launches go. 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 1Password: For a limited time, get $20 off the easiest way to stay secure online with 1Password.
Sponsored by Quince: For the person in your life who deserves better than basic—Quince has you covered. For free shipping and 365-day returns, go to quince.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
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macOS 26.2 adds new ‘Edge Light’ feature for better video calls
iOS 26.2 lets you disable new CarPlay feature in Messages
iOS 26.2 adds a cool Liquid Glass effect to the native Level tool
tvOS 26.2 has two new features coming for Apple TV 4K users
Apple launches Digital ID feature in Wallet using your passport
PowerWash Simulator, more coming to Apple Arcade next month
Apple launches iPhone Pocket: a limited edition designer strap accessory
This is what Apple has in store for the future of satellite connectivity on iPhone: report
Apple just delayed the iPhone Air 2, report says
Report: iPhone Air 2 is delayed until 2027 so Apple can add a second camera to it