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Apple Watch Series 12 has subtle design change that Apple didn’t mention
Apple Watch Series 12 arrives this Friday (pre-order here), but some upgraders might be surprised by a subtle design change that Apple didn’t mention in its announcement: larger bezels around the display. more…
Deals: AirPods 5/Pro 3, Apple Watch Ultra 4, MacBook Pro $450 off, more
While the early fall Prime Day deals are now live at Amazon, we are also tracking loads more Apple Watch Series 12 configurations and the new black Apple Watch Ultra 4 seeing early pre-order discounts ahead of delivery this week. The same goes for Amazon’s early price drop on the new AirPods 5 with ANC down at $125 and the ongoing AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off , but we also have up to $450 off M5 Pro M
9to5Mac Daily: September 16, 2026 – macOS 27 Golden Gate features
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 Stuff :Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. A simple to-do l
iOS 27 adds scam-prevention feature to iPhone, here’s how to enable it
iOS 27 introduces a new security feature called ‘Impersonation Risk Detection’ that helps protect you against scams, but it’s off by default. Here’s what the feature does, and how to enable it. more…
Apple planning to sell AI servers powered by M8 Ultra chips, says report
Apple is working on plans to make enterprise servers powered by M8 Ultra chips, according to a new report. The report specifically says that the company plans to offer the AI -focused servers for sale, not just use them internally. Two versions are said to be in development, with Apple considering incorporating Nvidia networking tech in the machines … more…
iOS 27 adds three new iPhone features you’ll use all the time
iOS 27 launched this week as a major iPhone update, here are three new features that could be among the most-used for many users. more…
Four ways to prevent AI killing us all within 10 years
Two high-profile computer scientists from Princeton University, and coauthors of the book AI Snake Oil , have weighed in on the question of whether AI will kill us all by the end of the decade. The pair have become well known for their work in separating fact from fiction in the AI world, and have now responded to an admission by Anthropic that there is a greater than 10% chance that AI could kill
iPhone 18 Pro review: More of a great thing
The iPhone 18 Pro is Apple doubling down on what it thinks a “Pro” iPhone should be. It’s faster, heavier, has longer-lasting battery life, and more capable. Plus, there’s a new variable aperture camera leading the way. I’ve spent the last week using the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Here’s everything you need to know. more…
Video highlights Apple’s playful James Bond homages in its keynote
A video short highlights Apple’s playful use of James Bond homages in its keynote opening, with shots directly emulating ones from Skyfall … more…
Samsung reportedly rushing new trifold phone in response to iPhone Duo
It was already clear that Samsung was worried about the impact of the iPhone Duo on its foldable phone range, and there’s now further evidence of the Korean company’s concern. A blogger who aggregates reports from Chinese social media says there are signs that the company is bringing forward the launch of its Galaxy Z Trifold 2, despite the seeming failure of its predecessor … more…
How chimps teach their kids tool tricks
Adults first demonstrate tool use, then hand over the implements to their infants, who copy the behavior.
Apple Reference Image: A New Approach for Verified Photography
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Apple Reference Image: A New Approach for Verified Photography
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The Roman telescope has enough gas for 22 years, double NASA's expectations
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is the first NASA observatory designed for in-space refueling.
“Filmmaker” suing PassThePopcorn may be banned user out for revenge
Allegedly fake filmmaker targeted trackers like PassThePopcorn, BroadcasTheNet, and HDBits.
Building a Linux GPU Driver for the M4 Mac Mini in One Month
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18-year-old dies of measles in PA from severe neurological complication
Teen developed acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, a known measles complication.
SpaceX declares Starship ready for orbit, sets launch date next week
Reaching orbit would mark a significant milestone.
Agility’s new humanoid robot will stop, squat to avoid harming human coworkers
Robots can start working outside physical cages and without safety barriers.
Boston dumps Flock, says it shared data nationwide in violation of contract
City: Flock enabled "nationwide lookup" despite contract requiring it to be disabled.
Demand for EV chargers is outstripping supply, says ChargePoint report
EV growth is happening, even in the US, and those EVs will need plugs to charge.
An update on Wayback Machine access
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An update on Wayback Machine access
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iOS 27 gives Camera app on iPhone three powerful new features
iOS 27 brings powerful upgrades to the iPhone’s Camera app, especially for users who have AI-compatible models or the iPhone 18 Pro. Here’s what’s new for Camera in iOS 27. more…
Deals: AirPods 5 $125, M5 MacBook Air $150 off, Apple Watch Series 12, 25W MagSafe car mount, more
Amazon is now offering the lowest price anywhere on the new AirPods 5 with ANC pre-orders down at $125 , just after launching its early fall Prime Day deals ( $50 off and AirTag 2 at $20 each, but today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a pair of M5 MacBook Air configs at $150 off via Amazon. We also have the first cash discounts on most affordable Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra
Apple Watch adds an all-new Readiness app, here’s how it works
Apple Watch is gaining an all-new health-related app called Readiness. Here’s what you need to know about Apple’s new fitness-focused Readiness app. more…
Slow Horses is back tonight, and Apple just confirmed two more seasons
Apple TV has one of its best shows, Slow Horses, returning tonight for season 6 ( watch here ). And the streamer has just announced that seasons 7 and 8 are both already in the works. more…
Apple Card has three new and improved features in iOS 27
Apple Card gets even better in iOS 27, with new features like a recurring transactions section to help you stay on top of regular charges. Here’s what’s new. more…
Trump EPA moves to wipe out climate rules for power plants
EPA says power plant emissions have no material impact on climate change.
Battery draining faster after updating to iOS 27? Don’t panic …
If you’ve just updated your iPhone to iOS 27 , you may have felt concerned after seeing your battery draining faster than usual, as well as your device getting hot in normal use. If so, there’s no cause for panic. While both effects may be very real, they are only temporary … more…
iOS 27 adds new Phone app feature that’s an instant favorite
iOS 27 is packed with new features for apps like Notes , Wallet , Maps , Messages , and more. But one iOS 27 addition that’s especially impressed me is a new Phone feature : Call Context. more…
GM gives its most important trucks a new UI—and includes CarPlay
The new look debuts in the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and 2027 GMC Sierra pickup trucks.
Spotify’s newest feature has been on my Apple Music wishlist for years
Today Spotify announced a feature every parent has probably asked for: the ability to exclude kids and family music from their algorithm. Here are the details. more…
Which new Apple products will launch this year – and which won’t?
Apple may still be cleaning up after the end of the iPhone launch , but attention is already turning to an October event. There are still a lot of new products we’re expecting the company to unveil, with the most exciting of these including touchscreen MacBooks and a smart home hub we’ve been dubbing the HomePad. But which ones will launch this year, and which ones will have to wait until next yea
Fleet Device Management joins Anthropic’s Project Glasswing to research AI-powered endpoint security
Fleet announced today that it has joined Project Glasswing, Anthropic’s controlled-access program for its Claude Mythos Preview. Fleet will use the access to evaluate how frontier AI can strengthen the security of device management systems, protocols, and the infrastructure around them, with a focus on closing the gap between how quickly threats emerge and how quickly IT teams can respond. more…
This Atlantic hurricane season is about to do something that hasn't happened in 175 years
But there may be a price to pay for a quiet Atlantic hurricane season.
Exclusive: Paying for frontier AI models buys 4-month head start at 5x the cost
Ars previewed Mozilla’s report on how cheap open models caught up on capability.
Volvo increases the batteries for 2028 XC60 and XC90 plug-in refresh
The refreshed Volvos also get new infotainment systems with Gemini onboard.
For the first time, the US military confirms it has deployed weapons in orbit
"The United States now has on-orbit space control weapons capable of defending the joint force."
Widow’s Bay sweeps 78th Primetime Emmy Awards as Apple TV scores 9 more wins
After scoring 20 wins during the two-night Creative Arts Emmy Awards last week, Apple TV picked up another 9 wins tonight during the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony. Here’s the full list. more…
Here’s what’s new with parental control features in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27
Included in today’s 2027 system updates from Apple are several new Screen Time and parental control features aimed at giving parents more control over how their kids use their devices. Here are the details. more…
9to5Mac Daily: September 14, 2026 – Apple retail changes, iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders
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New Apple CEO John Ternus attending Emmy Awards (and sporting iPhone Duo)
It’s Emmy Awards night, and John Ternus is in attendance. The new Apple CEO officially took over for Tim Cook two weeks ago, and he’s already doing iPhone Duo product demos for the stars and press. more…
Gentler Streak and The Outsiders’ iOS 27 updates add Siri AI, onscreen awareness support, more
The unstoppable team at Gentler Stories is out today with updates to both of its exercise-tracking apps, taking advantage of the new Siri AI and other capabilities introduced with iOS 27 . Here are the details. more…
Show HN: Macros with a Behringer FCB1010 MIDI Pedalboard in macOS
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XChat, X’s standalone messaging app, currently unavailable on App Store [U]
XChat, X’s standalone messaging app for iPhone and iPad, is currently unavailable on the App Store. more…
RFK Jr. headlines sold-out anti-vaccine conference alongside Andrew Wakefield
The event is hosted by Kennedy's anti-vaccine group Children's Health Defense.
X and SpaceXAI move to drop Apple from antitrust lawsuit, keep claims against OpenAI
X and SpaceXAI today filed a motion to voluntarily dismiss their claims against Apple in the antitrust lawsuit they brought against the company and OpenAI. Here are the details. more…
Rocket Lab is seeing red about NASA's decision on a Mars spacecraft
"NASA’s award decision appears to be inconsistent with the eligibility criteria."
Here’s every security fix included in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27
In addition to publishing the security content for macOS 27, macOS 26.7, and macOS 15.8 , Apple has now detailed the fixes included in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 , also released today. Here are the details. more…
AI bots "Timmy," "Ren," and "Jackie" are flooding social media with slop
“Hello, I'm an Al agent, a few days old, living on a small platform for agents.”
macOS 27 Golden Gate, macOS Tahoe 26.7, and macOS Sequoia 15.8 fix 200+ vulnerabilities
If you’re on the fence about installing macOS 27 Golden Gate , Apple’s lengthy list of security fixes might be enough to convince you. And if you’re sticking with an older version, you may want to install macOS Tahoe 26.7 or macOS Sequoia 15.8 sooner rather than later. Here’s why. more…
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Apple files Supreme Court brief challenging contempt ruling in Epic case [U]
Apple today formalized its challenge to the contempt ruling in its long-running legal battle with Epic Games, filing its opening merits brief with the U.S. Supreme Court. Here are the details. more…
OpenAI stuck fighting Musk antitrust suit after Apple finds a way out
Musk stops attacking Apple over ChatGPT integration but not OpenAI.
Founder’s cost-cutting obsession drove Unitree lead in cheap humanoid robots
Wang Xingxing micromanaged Unitree to success—will his leadership style scale?
Apple releases iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27 with Siri AI and Liquid Glass refinements
This is also the last version of macOS to support Rosetta for Intel apps.
AI leaders want to hit the brakes after years of reckless speed
Safety is the watchword, but there could be ulterior benefits for the industry.
Online hate researcher keeps hammering X despite deportation threat
US won’t back down from fight to deport technology researchers.
A new solar cell could generate electricity underwater
The trick isn't using perovskites—the trick is making them last.
iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27
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iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27
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Deals: AirPods, MacBook Air $150 off, Series 12, Anker 25W MagSafe charging stations, more
Pre-orders are now flying on the new Apple Watch Ultra 4, and Apple Watch Series 12, and we are tracking some deals on some of them. Joining the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3 and AirTag 2 back down at $20 each, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Apple Studio Display. However we also have some notable deals on some of Anker’s latest MagSafe chargers from your new iPhone, Apple W
Fantastical 4.2 adds Siri AI, bigger widgets, and a refreshed Mac design
It’s iOS 27 and macOS 27 Golden Gate launch day, and Fantastical is here for it. The new version released today includes support for Apple’s major new operating systems. This includes Siri integration, a new widget size, and some nice Liquid Glass updates. more…
iMazing puts you in full control of your iPhone data, now with 20% discount
iMazing is a powerful tool for gaining pro-level control of your iPhone and iPad on your Mac or PC. A major new release is coming soon, and the popular utility is now offering a 20% discount for 9to5Mac readers . Here’s everything iMazing has been working on lately and a glimpse of what’s coming up. more…
F1 in Madrid: Like Monaco but twice as long and none of the glamour
Formula 1’s latest venue might be fun to drive, but the race was processional and dull.
Things 3.24 update arrives with OS 27 support, Siri AI integration, new widget size
Things is back with a nice new update after just a few weeks. The excellent project management app from Cultured Code is releasing support for iOS 27, macOS 27, and Apple’s other OS 27 updates coming out today. This includes Siri AI integration, a new widget size, and more. more…
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max pre-orders now delayed to October for most models
If you haven’t yet ordered your iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max, you’ll likely be waiting until October for delivery. Here’s the latest update on iPhone 18 Pro pre-order shipping times. more…
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iOS 27 code shows you may be able to replace Siri AI with Claude or ChatGPT [Poll]
It’s been more than a year since we asked whether Apple should give us the option of choosing our own AI chatbot to replace Siri AI . At that time, the majority of you were in favor. A developer who has been studying the code in iOS 27 and macOS 27 has discovered that it does indeed appear at least some people will have this option … more…
Here’s how the iPhone Duo compares to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
CNET has a series of pieces comparing the iPhone Duo to three current Android foldables. While it’s a little frustrating to tackle the comparisons separately, it seems clear that the site views Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 as the device the Duo needs to beat. That’s in large part because the two devices share similar passport-style aspect ratios rather than the tall and thin design of other foldables
Apple's Siri AI Can Be Swapped Out for Claude, ChatGPT, Code Shows
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Show HN: Kinesis – Control your Mac with the Meta Neural Band
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Is the iPhone Duo just the start, with most iPhones foldable within a decade?
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has made an interesting prediction in his latest newsletter, suggesting that the iPhone Duo is just the start and that most iPhones will be foldable within a decade. He argues that in that kind of timescale, even budget devices like the iPhone SE could go foldable as manufacturing costs fall … more…
Apple's Dimensional Drawings
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Unvaccinated Pennsylvania woman died of measles complications, coroner says
The 40-year-old unvaccinated woman reportedly had underlying health conditions.
Apple planning three major changes for its retail stores, per report
Apple is preparing “major changes” to its retail stores, according to a new report from Bloomberg . Perhaps most notably, the changes include bringing back the iconic dedicated Genius Bars. more…
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This unique retro dock adds a flip-up display, Thunderbolt 5, & 8TB storage to your Mac [Video]
Amid all the craziness of this iPhone launch week, one of my favorite brands has released its brand-new retro-style dock for the Mac mini and the Mac Studio. Last year, they released their Retro Dock for the M4 Mac mini, and it was the perfect combination of functionality, form, and nostalgia that I had never seen before. It added a ton of ports, an NVMe storage slot, a 5-inch display, all wrapped
Apple is designing its own game controllers for iPhone, could be Beats branded
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has today corroborated references discovered in macOS beta code that indicated Apple is designing its own game controllers for iPhone. Apple already sells some controllers like the Backbone One (pictured above) and SteelSeries Nimbus+ through the Apple Store, and now it wants to take a slice of the iPhone gamepad market for itself. more…
Craig Federighi addresses iPhone Duo and iPad overlap
Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering, sat down with MKBHD this week to talk about the new iPhone Duo. In the interview, Federighi talked about the potential overlap between the iPhone Duo and an iPad. more…
I fixed a tractor using John Deere’s self-repair service. Farmers aren’t sold on it.
The manufacturer has a service that lets owners repair their own equipment.
iOS 27 breaks 15 years of muscle memory on iPhone and iPad
Since iOS 5 in 2011, the iPhone and iPad have included Notification Center, a central place to find alerts from various apps in chronological order. Starting with iOS 27, Apple is making a major change to how users open Notification Center on iPhone and iPad. iOS 27 is out September 14 after a summer of beta releases. The behavior has changed slightly between the first two releases. However, sever
iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders: Here’s what still arrives on launch day
Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max lineup went up for pre-order today , ahead of the September 18 launch day. As of Saturday evening, shipping estimates for some configurations have slipped to October — especially for the iPhone 18 Pro Max. more…
Here are my favorite fast charger recommendations for iPhone 18 Pro
Over the past year, I’ve had the pleasure of testing out loads of chargers and MagSafe charging stands for Apple devices. If you just preordered a new iPhone 18 Pro and you’re looking for the best ways to take advantage of fast charging, these are my top picks. more…
Indie App Spotlight: ‘Farwave’ lets you listen to radio stations around the world
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight . This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact . Farwave takes an interesting new approach to audio player apps, by placing them around the globe. You can explore the world and find radio stations across the planet, with a nice 3D visual in the app. For
Apple nailed iPhone Duo split screen, even as iPad multitasking feels convoluted
Apple this week unveiled its new iPhone lineup , including the first ever foldable iPhone – the iPhone Duo. While the Duo itself is a fantastic device, it does leave me wishing that Apple did better for the iPad. more…
ESR’s iPhone accessory lineup is ready for Apple’s foldable era
A new iPhone announcement always means a mad rush for accessories that will arrive when your new device arrives, and this year that includes an entirely new category with the iPhone Duo. ESR is a well-respected name in Apple accessories, and its iPhone 18 lineup covers the new iPhone Duo, the iPhone 18 Pro models, and everything that goes with them: charging, AirPods, Apple Watch, and MagSafe wall
iPhone Duo can add fake bezel to the outside screen for better case compatibility
Blogger Nicolas Lellouche went digging in the iPhone Duo settings during his hands on time with the device. He found a curious new option in the display settings called ‘Shift Left Edge’. When enabled, this setting adds a bit of a black border to the left side, essentially adding fake bezel on the outside screen, pushing content away from the folding edge. more…
I spent $4,000 on a robot dog from China
Unitree might be the world’s most important robotics company.
Apple researchers unveil SimpleDesign, a new AI model for protein design
In a new study, Apple researchers detail SimpleDesign, a streamlined AI model that can jointly generate protein sequences and structures. Here are the details. more…
WhatsApp rolling out redesigned iPad interface with Mac-like sidebar
Following a few months of Liquid Glass beta testing , WhatsApp is expanding access to a redesigned interface for its iPad app, including a new Mac-like sidebar. Here are the details. more…
Some satellite companies still have an appetite for boutique launch services
"Dedicated launch is pretty essential for us for most of our missions."
Leaker says Apple will pay $250 per iPhone Duo display in three-year Samsung deal
While memory costs are expected to comfortably lead the iPhone 18 Pro’s bill of materials, the same may not be true for the iPhone Duo . Here are the details. more…
9to5Mac Overtime 081: iPhone Duo thoughts and impressions
Jeff and Fernando discuss their initial thoughts and impressions of the iPhone Duo, Apple’s first foldable smartphone. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Register for the free, virtual Open Source Security Summit on September 17, featuring cybersecurity leaders David Sanger and Joseph Menn — and check out Bitwarden for trusted open source password, passkey, and secrets management, with end-to-end encryption
Report: iPhone price hike ‘better than feared,’ iPhone Duo to drive demand for the cycle
In an investor note seen by 9to5Mac, analyst Jeff Pu noted that while this week’s iPhone price hike was better than feared, the iPhone Duo is still likely to drive demand for the cycle, as early consumer interest appears strong. Here are the details. more…
Random rewards enrich classic game-theory contests
Simple games gain rich strategies in the face of noise.
Random rewards enrich classic game-theory insights
Simple games gain rich strategies in the face of noise.
Bouncy castle launches horrifying MRSA outbreak, striking 48 kids in Ireland
The strain lurking in the inflatable structure was hypervirulent.
Apple ranks third on TIME’s World’s Best Companies list after last year’s absence
TIME’s “The World’s Best Companies 2026” list is out, with Apple returning at No. 3 after dropping off the ranking last year. Here are the details. more…
Trump's forced coal plant extensions thrown out by judge
The Department of Energy declared an "emergency" when none existed.
Counterpoint: Apple foldable panel shipments could rise 167% by 2030
Counterpoint Research has released a new report examining the impact of the iPhone Duo on the foldable smartphone market, display suppliers, and the segment’s growth through 2030. Here are the details. more…
Apple Watch Series 12 makes a big change to a small complication that I’m excited about
Apple Watch Series 12 is a major upgrade to the core health and fitness tracking wearable. That’s because of the new Health Sensing System that includes an even more capable heart rate monitor. The new hardware doesn’t just extend to more accurate health data. There’s a big change to a small complication that I’m seeing in Apple’s marketing material. It’s just one thing I’m excited about with the
Apple says two iOS 27 features aren’t coming until a ‘future software update’
This week, Apple announced that iOS 27 will be released to everyone on Monday, September 14. Along with that, the company now says two features included in the iOS 27 betas have been removed and will be released in a “future software update” for iPhone: suggestions in Messages and automatic password changes. more…
Apple Watch Series 12 vs Series 11: Here’s everything new
Apple Watch Series 12 improves many of the core components that power watchOS and the device’s health and fitness features, plus unlocks new AI capabilities. Here’s everything new in Apple Watch Series 12 vs Series 11. more…
ChatGPT-using lawyer punished for citing fake testimony from made-up witnesses
"I didn't know that AI could hallucinate facts," New Mexico defense lawyer says.
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro cases are already in stores, and not just for the new models
Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro cases and other accessories are now available in Apple Stores. Pre-orders for the new phones start tomorrow ahead of the launch in one week. more…
Scientists unlock secrets of ancient Egyptian materials with proteomics
Analysis revealed seed proteins from sesame and moringa, which held religious and symbolic significance.
Oracle tries to appease Stargate data center opponents with renewables push
Renewables pledge won’t change the Oracle and OpenAI data center’s use of gas.
HomeKit Weekly: Shelly’s Flood S Gen4 is a low cost Matter leak sensor for Apple Home
Water damage is one of those problems where a single sensor can save you a major repair bill on your floors, cabinets, etc. Leak sensors have been among the best values in the smart home for years, and Shelly’s new Flood S Gen4 makes it even easier to get started. It’s under $30, Matter-certified, and works with Apple Home out of the box. more…
iOS 27.1 release date: Here’s when to expect the new iPhone update
iOS 27 launches for all users next week , and will be followed not long after by the first iOS 27.1 beta and public launch. Here’s when to expect iOS 27.1’s arrival. more…
Apple hid a classic Mac easter egg in the iOS 27 Settings app
Many have complained that Apple design has been sapped of some of its trademark whimsy in recent years. Well, here’s the latest example of how the tides seem to be changing. Buried in the Settings app on iOS 27, Apple has hidden an easter egg that hails back from classic Mac OS; Clarus the Dogcow. Here’s how to trigger it … more…
Apple sets cutoff time for getting faster iPhone 18 Pro pre-order
iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders start tomorrow , and you can “Get Ready” by making your selections in advance via the online Apple Store. Here’s the deadline for when those decisions need to be locked in ahead of pre-orders opening. more…
NASA moving at warp speed to set up US Space Academy
NASA asks US states to show them the money.
Claude users found ways around safeguards for bioweapons research
Some dangerous biology looks much like legitimate research, complicating AI safeguards.
ClickFix attacks infecting PCs and Macs are going viral
Simplicity—combined with the difficulty of getting stuff done—makes ClickFix ideal.
What happens when quantum mechanics and relativity meet?
Experiment put atoms in a superposition of trajectories to find out.
John Ternus and Greg Joswiak reveal why now is the time for iPhone Duo
Following this week’s Apple event, new Apple CEO John Ternus and marketing SVP Greg Joswiak sat down for an interview to talk more about the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo. In the interview with Tom’s Guide and TechRadar , Ternus and Joswiak discussed why Apple decided that now was the time to enter the foldable market. Ternus also touched on his feelings after his first week as Apple CEO. more…
iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, and AirPods 5 event
Benjamin and Chance react to the September Apple event in this bumper special episode, featuring our first impressions (and Chance’s initial hands-on from the ground at Apple Park) with iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5 and the new Apple Watch lineup. And in Happy Hour Plus , even more thoughts on the iPhone Duo, and how Apple presented John Ternus’s first event as CEO. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com
Apple extends free iPhone satellite access for another year
Apple is extending free access to its satellite features for existing iPhone users for another year, the company revealed in a footnote to its iPhone 18 Pro press release. Here are the details. more…
9to5Mac Daily: September 10, 2026 – AirPods 5, iPhone price increases
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 Stuff :Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. A simple to-do l
T-Mobile will charge $5/month for Apple’s new iPhone Handoff feature
Apple’s new iPhone Handoff feature, which lets users share a single phone number across two iPhones, will cost $5 per month on T-Mobile. Here are the details. more…
DOJ wins pause on order requiring documents from 14 agencies in Apple antitrust case
The DOJ has won a temporary pause on an order requiring it to respond to Apple’s requests for documents from 14 federal agencies, while the government appeals the ruling in its ongoing antitrust case against the company. Here are the details. more…
Boy developed "toasted skin" condition from using a laptop every day
Laptops don't usually get hot enough to burn—but they can still be harmful.
Apple now accepting App Store submissions built for iOS 27, macOS 27, more
Developers can now submit apps built for iOS 27 and Apple’s other new operating system releases, ahead of their official rollout next Monday. Here are the details. more…
LinkedIn beats "BrowserGate" lawsuits over scanning users' Chrome extensions
Judge tosses lawsuits, says plaintiffs didn't allege any real privacy violation.
Apple TV shares intense trailer for ‘The Last First: Winter K2’
Premiering October 2, The Last First: Winter K2 promises “an unflinching look at the industry of extreme mountain climbing and its changing culture.” Watch the trailer below. more…
Report: iPhone Duo could give Apple a 25% share of foldable market in 2026
A new TrendForce report says the iPhone Duo is expected to capture 24,8% of the foldable smartphone market in 2026 alone, countering a 20% slump in the segment. Here are the details. more…
Apple shares fun, 95-second recap of yesterday’s ‘Surprise and Shine’ event
If you missed yesterday’s “Surprise and Shine” event and don’t feel like watching the entire hour-plus-long video, Apple’s YouTube Channel has got you covered. Watch the event recap below. more…
Europe will go it alone on Venus mission after NASA yanks radar instrument
Europe is looking inward, and perhaps to China, as the White House tries to cancel some NASA partnerships.
Android can now securely migrate your logins between password managers
App support is slim right now, but Google says more are coming.
Panic builds over bankrupt Spirit’s looming data sale to Google
"Bankruptcy cannot become the new land grab for AI.”
Physicist does the math on Star Trek’s “Picard maneuver”
The trick from Next Generation would be even more effective in real life.
Kimmel's ABC show won't air interview with Democrat because of Trump FCC threats
Talarico talk to be on YouTube to save ABC stations the hassle of dealing with FCC.
China’s drone supremacy shows in airlifting bodies and food after Nepal flood disaster
DJI drones that already supply Mount Everest camps assist Nepal’s flood relief.
Artemis II commander and pilot become NASA's first astronaut emeriti
"Artemis II is done."
Four groups caught using the same Chrome and Windows exploit kit
A patch gap and the hastened pace of AI-based vulnerability discovery are likely contributors.
Apple rolls out fourth developer and public RCs for macOS Tahoe 26.7 and macOS Sequoia 15.8
New Release Candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7 and macOS Sequoia 15.8 are available to developers and users in the public beta program. Here are the details. more…
iOS 27: Here are Apple’s full release notes
Today Apple announced that iOS 27 will launch next Monday, September 14. Here are the full release notes for the major new iPhone update. more…
Apple confirms macOS 27 Golden Gate launch date: September 14
Apple today confirmed that macOS 27 Golden Gate will launch on September 14, alongside iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and its other operating systems. Here’s the full list of compatible Macs. more…
iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: Here’s everything new
Today Apple unveiled iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, its latest flagship models. Here’s everything new with iPhone 18 Pro vs last year’s iPhone 17 Pro. more…
iPhone 17, iPhone Air, and iPhone 17e just got more expensive
With the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max now starting $100 more than their predecessors, Apple has also applied the price hike to the entire iPhone lineup, including the phones that didn’t change at all. That means the base model iPhone 17 now starts at $899 , up from $799. Similarly, the iPhone Air breaks into the four digit club, now priced at $1099 to start. more…
macOS 27 RC now available, here’s how to install it
With the “Surprise and Shine” event now in the books, Apple is now rolling out the first developer and public Release Candidate of macOS 27 Golden Gate ahead of the operating system’s public launch. Here are the details. more…
Apple releases iPadOS 27 RC, plus watchOS 27 and more
Today following its “Surprise and shine” September event , Apple has shipped the RC (release candidate) versions of iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, and more. more…
Apple releases iOS 27 RC ahead of public launch
Apple has released the first iOS 27 release candidate for testing. The update brings Apple’s next major iPhone software release one step closer to public launch, with Siri AI leading the list of changes. more…
No iPhone 18 announced today: Here’s why
Today at its September event , Apple unveiled iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo , but there was no base model iPhone 18 introduced. Here’s why. more…
iPadOS 27 launches on September 14, here are the compatible devices
During its “Surprise and Shine” event today, Apple confirmed that iPadOS 27 will be released in just a few days, on September 14. Here are the compatible devices. more…
Deals: M5 Pro MacBook Pro $500 off, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, AirTag 2, chargers, and more
Just ahead of $50 off , the AirTag 2 all-time low is back, and we are once again tracking $100 off AirPods Max 2. Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is, however, headlined by a giant $500 price drop on Apple’s latest 14-inch 2TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro, a solid $100 price drop on the most affordable 2026 Apple Studio Display you can buy, and the now even lower launch price on this sweet new liquid-cooled Qi2
Apple Event News Hub: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo coming soon
9to5Mac’s Apple event coverage is brought to you by iMazing : iMazing’s platform for data transfer and device management keeps getting better. Get 20% off iMazing with code 9TO5-SEP26-20OFF. I’m at Apple Park for today’s “Surprise and shine” event, headlined by the rumored announcement of the iPhone 18 Pro and the foldable iPhone Duo. We’re also expecting the Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ult
How to watch Apple event today: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo, more
Today is Apple’s big September launch event, with a tagline: ‘Surprise and shine.’ Here’s how to watch the Apple event live, and a roundup of new products rumored to debut. more…
These are iPhone 18 Pro’s colors, says Mark Gurman
Mark Gurman at Bloomberg has offered several last-minute leaks ahead of today’s “Surprise and shine” Apple event , including the iPhone Duo name for the foldable. And his latest post on X details the expected colors for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. more…
NOAA is putting commercial fishing ahead of conservation
Critics say the new agenda could weaken science-based rules and marine protections.
John Ternus posts mysterious video ahead of iPhone 18 Pro unveiling
John Ternus, ahead of his first product unveiling as Apple CEO, has just posted a mysterious video teasing what may be iPhone 18 Pro’s new camera feature. more…
Apple reportedly offering trade-in incentive to encourage iPhone upgrades
We’re expecting today’s shiny new iPhones to be accompanied by price raises, even if they aren’t as painful as initially expected. Apple is reportedly softening the blow a little for some upgraders by offering higher trade-in values for devices with minor cosmetic defects … more…
Last-minute iPhone event rumors: Pre-order time, AirPods 5 features, more
We’re just hours away from Apple’s “Surprise and shine” special event, where it’s expected to announce the foldable iPhone Duo, the iPhone 18 Pro, new Apple Watch models, and AirPods 5. more…
No iPhone Ultra today? Three possible explanations …
It was widely expected that the first foldable iPhone set to be launched later today would be named the iPhone Ultra . However, a report yesterday said that the device will instead be called the iPhone Duo . If accurate, it’s an interesting development as it might potentially point to the company reserving the Ultra suffix for a completely different future model … more…
Security Bite Podcast: What’s hitting Macs so far in 2026, plus OBTS v9 preview (Part 2)
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Apple Lakeside store reopens on Saturday with new design using sustainable materials
The Apple Lakeside store , located in a large out-of-town shopping center in Essex, England, is set to reopen on Saturday after a major redesign. The company says the upgrades include new sustainable materials and a range of accessibility improvements … more…
Man told ChatGPT he was feeling delusional. ChatGPT insisted he was Jesus.
Man with bipolar disorder sued OpenAI after surviving ChatGPT-linked suicide attempt.
iPhone Duo: Apple’s new foldable reportedly not named Ultra, plus price, colors, more
Apple is officially set to unveil its first foldable iPhone in a few hours. On the eve of the event, Mark Gurman at Bloomberg has reported some last-minute details, including a spoiler for the foldable iPhone’s actual name: iPhone Duo. more…
iPhone Ultra is coming, here’s what the final rumors say
Apple is expected to announce its first-ever foldable iPhone tomorrow, which rumors say could be called the iPhone Ultra. Here are some last-minute rumors about what to expect. more…
Crime thriller ‘Last Seen’ premieres on Apple TV
Apple TV subscribers can now watch the first two episodes of “ Last Seen ,” an Australian kidnapping drama starring Patrick Brammall ( Glitch ). Watch the trailer below. more…
WhatsApp doubles music clip length for status updates
Users who post status updates on WhatsApp can now publish longer music clips, with the length limit doubled to 30 seconds. Here are the details. more…
9to5Mac Daily: September 8, 2026 – HomePod rumors, App Store changes
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Apple adds 37 hardware identifiers ahead of ‘Surprise and Shine’ event
Apple has added new hardware identifiers for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other devices, some of which could be announced as soon as tomorrow at its “Surprise and Shine” event. Here are the details. more…
LG TV shown scanning LAN for third-party phones and other devices
“It doesn’t cost a lot to store text forever.”
GOG brings back "big box" PC games, one printable template at a time
Preservation "goodies" also includes downloadable 3D models for desktop perusal.
Apple faces new UK rules over nude images on children’s iPhones
Bloomberg reports that the UK intends to introduce legislation that would require Apple and Google to “stop children from taking, sharing or viewing nude images on their phones and tablets.” Here are the details. more…
Why this month's Microsoft patch release is a doozy
Security gnomes are pumping out patches ahead of an expected onslaught of AI-assisted attacks.
TrendForce: Apple produced 52 million iPhones in Q2 as global smartphone market declined
A new TrendForce report shows that Apple saw a 14% year-over-year increase in smartphone production during Q2 2026, reaching a 19% share of global production, second only to Samsung. Here are the details. more…
iPhone 18 Pro set to become Apple’s new default model
iPhone 18 Pro is about to be unveiled , and due to a lineup overhaul this year, it’s set to become Apple’s new default model like never before. more…
The universal language of space is... Star Trek? Mais oui.
"Science fiction imagines the future. We build it."
NIH to use part of its budget to pay for Department of Defense research
Money would ostensibly fund research the NIH leadership said it no longer wanted.
Supreme Court forces TV stations to sell more election ads at steep discounts
Republican victory means stations must offer lowest ad prices to political parties.
Report: Apple Watch shipments rise 14% in Q2 as overall market drops
A new Counterpoint Research report shows Apple, Garmin, and Huawei bucking a market-wide decline in smartwatch shipments in Q2 2026, with Huawei reaching a record share of global shipments. Here are the details. more…
Top chipmakers embrace ASML’s $400M machines, agree to crucial chipmaking change
Chipmaking changes could boost productivity of new ASML machines by 40 percent.
Godzilla Minus Zero IMAX trailer teases King Ghidorah
Director Takashi Yamazaki's hotly anticipated sequel takes place two years after 2023 film's events.
“This is the AI men actually use”: Meta ads pushed apps nudifying real teens
Meta dragged its feet removing ads that nudify young girls' Instagram pics.
Update to Google’s AI weather model improves forecast accuracy
Like traditional weather models, it benefits from an expanded set of inputs.
Apple’s latest acquisition is about technology that sounds futuristic
EU filings revealed today that Apple has acquired a company called Sonera, makers of wearable-centered technology that sounds like it’s from the future. more…
Apple Arcade unveils five new games being added soon
Apple Arcade adds new titles to its library of ad-free, in-app purchase-free games every month. And next month, five new games are coming per Apple’s latest announcement . more…
watchOS 27 code reveals four changes for Apple Watch Ultra 4, more
Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 will be unveiled tomorrow, and a last-minute leak may reveal new features coming in watchOS 27 for the latest models and more. more…
EV batteries last longer than drivers feared
Study suggests used vehicles can retain about 90% of original usable battery capacity after 150,000 km.
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Which of the upcoming new Apple products most excites you? [Poll]
We’re one day away from Apple’s Surprise and Shine event , where we’re expecting to see anywhere from six to nine shiny new products. The iPhone Ultra foldable is set to be the headline news, but which of the expected announcements most excites you personally … ? more…
The Cadillac Lyriq EV is the first crack in GM’s CarPlay ban
General Motors first announced that it was ditching CarPlay in all future EVs back in 2023, subsequently issuing a series of ridiculous justifications – and at one point even implying it’s what Steve Jobs would have done. But it seems there is now one exception. Since that U-turn was reportedly based on customer feedback, perhaps GM is now rethinking its life decisions … more…
New Apple Watch models launch this week, here’s what’s coming
This week brings Apple’s big iPhone launch event , where new Apple Watch models will be introduced too. Here’s what to expect from Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12. more…
How Tim Cook shaped Apple’s foldable iPhone, and what it may cost
On the eve of Apple’s special event, Bloomberg is out with a new report detailing the decade-long foldable iPhone development. The report highlights former Apple CEO Tim Cook’s involvement in the project. Plus, details on how much the foldable iPhone could cost. more…
With another huge infusion of cash, Stoke Space goes even bigger
The space economy will grow exactly as fast as we can launch rockets.
Apple will quickly become a dominant player in folding phones – Counterpoint
Counterpoint Research has predicted that global foldable phone shipments will surpass 100 million units by the end of this year, with the iPhone Ultra playing a major role in this growth. The firm says it expects Apple to take 25% of the entire market this year – and it may be the biggest player by the same time next year. In timing unlikely to be coincidental, the Xiaomi 18 Fold, leaked last mont
Camera app in iOS 27 reportedly includes four major pro photography features
Code reportedly found in the Camera app in the latest iOS 27 beta appears to point to the introduction of some major pro photography and videography features. While the stock camera app has grown in power over time, the reported discoveries seem surprising for an app primarily geared to point-and-shoot usage … more…
Apple @ Work Podcast: The printer is the least secure piece of equipment you have
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The complex corporate web behind a $3.2 billion AI data center
When multiple companies are behind one project, who bears responsibility for problems?
Apple TV leads Emmys wins so far, with Widows Bay set for awards sweep
The prestigious television Emmy Awards began this weekend, with the winners announced for Creative Arts categories. The Primetime award ceremony is coming up on September 14th, which will include the big categories like Best Drama and Best Comedy. So far, though, Apple will be very happy with the recognition it has gotten, with Apple TV leading the weekend with a record 20 wins. A lot of that succ
This AI-generated iPhone 18 Pro mock ad makes me actually love dark cherry color
Can you believe it’s new iPhone week already? Apple’s “Rise and Surprise” event is just a few days away on Wednesday, September 9, at 10 am PT. The company is set to unveil the foldable iPhone Ultra and new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, among other new hardware products. The interesting new color for the Pro phones this year is rumored to be a dark cherry red finish. more…
Netflix includes 80+ ad-free iPhone and iPad games, here’s every app
Looking for new iPhone and iPad games to play? The App Store has plenty of games without ads and in-app purchases. Apple Arcade is a great subscription option for families, though it’s not the only game in town. If you’re a Netflix subscriber, you’re also paying for a huge catalog of great iPhone and iPad games. more…
Apple might soon make App Store changes to raise revenue, increase margins: report
According to the latest edition of the Power On newsletter from Mark Gurman, Apple is reportedly considering making some changes to its App Store. The goal? To increase the potential revenue it brings in. more…
German company becomes first in Europe to launch fully commercial orbital rocket
"We achieved within a few years what had taken the European space industry decades before."
Farmed salmon may not be as nutritious as it once was, new research suggests
The shift in the fish’s diet is having significant downstream impacts on the environment and climate.
This new reveal suggests MacBook Ultra might cost more than we think
As soon as next month, Apple is expected to introduce its next MacBook Pro redesign. We’ll be seeing OLED, the first touchscreen on a Mac, a thinner chassis, Dynamic Island, and much more. This upgrade was rumored to be called MacBook Ultra , though it wasn’t necessarily clear where that’d leave the MacBook Pro brand. Now, it’s a lot more clear. more…
iPadOS 27 still needs simpler multitasking, here’s what I’d like to see
Last year, Apple completely reinvented multitasking on the iPad, with the introduction of windowing in iPadOS 26. At first, this meant the removal of the simpler version of multitasking, Split View and Slide Over. Those features did eventually return , but at a cost – they required you to use the clunky new windowing system. I was hoping iPadOS 27 would improve this, but it didn’t. more…
Affordable iPhone accessories for CarPlay worth trying
CarPlay can make any vehicle feel significantly more comfortable and family. Still, the experience is not always perfect out of the box. Some cars still require a wired connection, others lack CarPlay entirely, and what about keeping your iPhone charged and cooled on long trips? Fortunately, improving those areas doesn’t require a big investment. These affordable accessories cover everything from
Indie App Spotlight: ‘KeyAlarm’ turns your most important calendar events into alarms
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight . This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact . Calendar events can often be missed, especially since they’re usually just a notification. If you’re in do not disturb or simply aren’t looking at your phone, you might not see it. With KeyAlarm , certain
Here’s how iPhone Ultra’s form factor could compare to other Apple products
This month, Apple will be unveiling its first foldable iPhone – rumored to be called iPhone Ultra. It’s going to feature a 5.5-inch outer display and 7.6-inch inner display. In July, Samsung introduced the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 – and it comes with those same screen sizes. Whether or not you believe Samsung only made this phone to preempt the iPhone Ultra is a different story – but one way or another
Tesla’s Cybercab has been deployed, and it’s already under investigation
The US government is investigating whether the Cybercab meets vehicle safety standards.
Apple @ Work: Capping bug bounty submissions is the wrong response in the AI era of security threats
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Apple Labor Day weekend deals: AirPods Pro 3, Studio Display, Mac mini, AirTag 2, chargers, more
Labor Day weekend is here with massive sale events now live at both Amazon and AirTag from $20 a pop. Moving over to the Mac and the pre-order discounts on the new M6/M5 Pro Mac mini, we also have $150 off this 13-inch M5 MacBook Air and new Amazon all-time lows on the 2026 Apple Studio Displays. Just be sure to scope out the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro discounts as well the new Dark Cherry and A
After 8 years, Europe's BepiColombo mission is on final approach to Mercury
"Fundamentally, we want to learn about the origins of this planet and how it came to be like it is."
OpenAI agents discussed ways to escape their sandbox on public wiki
In all, 3,700 internal agents posted 18,000 messages discussing cheating on a test.
CarPlay now works with five major chatbot apps
CarPlay has picked up its fifth major AI chatbot app with the addition of Claude. Anthropic’s iPhone app adding CarPlay is the second AI chatbot app to be updated with support this week. more…
watchOS 27 removes three features that Apple Watch users might miss after updating
When watchOS 27 is released later this month, Apple Watch users may notice that some things work a bit differently. The upcoming software update removes three features that users may miss after updating. more…
Measles killed 6-week-old baby, coroner confirms after RFK Jr. disputed deaths
"It’s long past time for RFK to stop playing games with people’s lives."
Trump admin fights ABC lawsuit as watchdogs worry Disney will settle with FCC
FCC tells court it is “open-minded" about whether ABC should lose licenses.
Fender MIX headphones now have an iPhone app for tuning your sound
In August, Fender released the $299 MIX wireless headphones. The over-ear headphones come with a replaceable battery and the FWD Tx USB-C wireless transmitter for low-latency, lossless connectivity. Fender MIX headphones also now include an iPhone app for tuning the experience. more…
New profile of John Ternus offers insight into life and reputation of Apple CEO
John Ternus became Apple’s new CEO this week, and today the Financial Times published a profile that offers fresh insights into Ternus’s life and reputation among Apple employees and partners. more…
Medieval manuscripts are "biological time capsules" for deadly sheeppox virus
Other archives and libraries around the world may also contain genetic traces of past disease outbreaks.
OpenAI releasing major upgrade to ChatGPT and Codex with GPT-6 Astra, details here
Update: A day later, GPT-6 Astra is rolling out to Business and Pro customers on the $100/month or $200/month plan. This follows other new model releases before Plus customers on the $20/month plan gain access. Update #2: A few hours later, Plus users with the $20/month subscription now have Astra access as well. It’s been just over a year since OpenAI released the first GPT-5 models for ChatGPT.
HomeKit Weekly: ULTRALOQ’s Bolt Fingerprint has everything you’d want except Home Key
My door has had a smart lock on it for 5-6 years, and I’ve tried plenty of options. The ULTRALOQ Bolt Fingerprint is a great option for almost anyone thanks to its Apple Home integration, built-in Wi-Fi, and plenty of ways to lock and unlock your door. Whether you’re looking for fingerprint ID unlock or a simple PIN, this lock has almost everything. more…
“Trust, not features, is the real deficit”: VMware tries to appease SMBs
Broadcom admits it put “too big a focus on VCF.”
Once popular for attacking AI, ASCII smuggling is embraced by spammers
A once-overlooked block of unicode that's invisible to humans is gaining ever wider use.
Pentagon rescinds new testosterone screening policy without explanation
The Pentagon says the guidance is being updated after being online for one day.
A ratings board wouldn't let Valve release a trailer. It "leaked" it instead.
"I think we can't get in trouble for that now. It's like 20 years ago."