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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
iOS 26 beta 4 changes, AppleCare One, and an M5 iPad Pro surprise
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iOS 26 beta 4 changes, AppleCare One, and an M5 iPad Pro surprise
Benjamin and Chance talk about all the changes in iOS 26 beta 4, the strangely good deal that is the new AppleCare One package, and a surprising rumored detail about the upcoming M5 iPad Pro.
And in Happy Hour Plus, the duo discuss the recent exodus from the AI group as motivation to work on Apple AI research wavers. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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iOS 26 beta 4 changes
iOS 26 beta 4 adds more ‘liquid’ back to Liquid Glass design
Beta 2 vs Beta 3 vs Beta 4 comparison
Here's what Apple Intelligence summarized news notifications look like on iOS 26
iOS 26 beta 4 re-enables Apple Intelligence notification summaries for news apps
Apple announces AppleCare One multi-device bundle with simplified pricing
Apple now gives you four years to add AppleCare+ coverage to iPhone and more
AppleCare+ Theft and Loss coverage no longer limited to iPhone
Apple now allows app developers to show retention offers when users try to cancel a subscription
Report: M5 iPad Pro to have dual front-facing cameras
Apple submits bid for rights to MLB Sunday Night Baseball
Apple almost open-sourced its AI models, here’s why it didn’t: report
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
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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
