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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Hosts
Chance Miller
@chancemiller.me on Bluesky
@chancehmiller@mastodon.social
@ChanceHMiller on Instagram
@ChanceHMiller on Threads
Benjamin Mayo
@bzamayo on Twitter
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@bzamayo on Threads
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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
iPhone event preview, Google deal continues, new Siri plans
9to5Mac Happy Hour
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iPhone event preview, Google deal continues, new Siri plans
Benjamin and Chance get hyped for next week’s awe-dropping event with a breakdown of what we expect, and some intriguing hanging questions. In other news, the Google search deal escapes the jaws of antitrust unscathed, and we have more details about the upcoming Siri revamp.
And in Happy Hour Plus, they discuss the Google Pixel’s 100x zoom features and debate the merits of AI usage in cameras. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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iPhone 17 Pro: Apple's rumored not-so-clear case design shown in video
New iPhone 17 accessory from Apple leaked ahead of event
Apple’s deals with Google largely unaffected in antitrust case ruling
Google closer to powering new Siri and Apple’s AI search tool as Perplexity fades
The big iPhone 17 Air question: will Apple's new design phone carry a premium price tag?
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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
Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:
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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