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Wait a minute… Is Siri on the Mac good now?

It only took a decade, but with this week’s launch of macOS 27 Golden Gate, Siri has finally come to life on the Mac. It’s still in beta, and it’s not perfect, but the update represents a much improved and highly integrated experience that takes into account personal context while prioritizing privacy.

Watch my full video as I walk through the top macOS 27 features: Siri AI edition, and be sure to subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more videos.

iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max bring several changes to the Main camera and iOS Camera app, and photographer Austin Mann has just published a great review of everything new.

iOS 27 launched this week with the all-new Siri AI. David Pogue put the new Siri to the test by trying 125 requests, here’s how it went.

Former Apple SVP of Retail Ron Johnson joins Overtime to discuss his new book, Shop Different: How Retail Revealed Apple’s Genius. Ron talks about the early days of the Apple Store, what it was like collaborating with Steve Jobs, the launch of the original iPhone, why he left Apple to be CEO of JCPenney, where he thinks Apple retail stands today, and, of course, his take on the iPhone Duo.

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Apple TV just kicked off a new season of Slow Horses, and plenty more premieres are coming soon, including a new movie and returning show that just got new trailers.

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Apple has started notifying users that iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max pre-orders have officially shipped. Here’s how to check the status of your order.

iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max arrive in users’ hands tomorrow (here’s our review), and Apple plans to immediately put the new models to use during this week’s Friday Night Baseball broadcast when the Giants and Dodgers face off. Here are the details.

iPadOS 27.2 arrived in beta this week, and beyond adding the redesigned Health app, Apple has also brought over a recent Mac feature: a Siri popup when text is selected.

iOS 27 adds new features across many system apps, like Wallet, Calendar, Music, and Maps. Here’s what’s new for the Messages app in iOS 27.

One of the biggest challenges Apple admins face today is managing AI use across apps, services, and more. Addigy is aiming to solve that problem with its Intelligence Suite, announced today, which brings a number of new tools and controls for IT teams to strengthen compliance while also unlocking AI tools in an IT-approved way.

General Motors has revealed a CarPlay compromise on two truck models, as it seemingly continues something of a backtrack on its decision to withdraw support for the feature.

A new report indicates that the automaker is creating a truck-specific interface that includes CarPlay …

The Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are all about what’s happening underneath. Headlined by a new Health Sensing System, they bring some of the biggest improvements to Apple Watch health tracking in years.

I’ve spent the last week with the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Some memory chips for Apple devices could be made in the US for the first time, if plans involving one of the company’s suppliers come to fruition.

A new report says that Apple memory supplier SK Hynix is in talks with Intel over potential use of the company’s planned Ohio chipmaking plant …

One of the trickier parts of Tim Cook’s job when he was Apple CEO was walking the tightrope of upholding the company’s values without provoking the ire of the White House over things like immigration policy and DEI.

His new role as executive chairman sees him retain responsibility for government liaison, offering replacement CEO John Ternus some degree of protection …

Photographer Tyler Stalman is back with his annual iPhone camera review. Here’s what he had to say about the iPhone 18 Pro’s new variable aperture, photographic styles, Apple Reference Image, and more.

After unveiling the design of its consumer-grade Spectacles back in June, Snap is now announcing that they’ll be available for pre-order starting today with a new 5G carrying case. The company also introduced a new proactive AI agent called Specs Intelligence, which despite being Specs branded, will be available on iPhone and Mac regardless of if you own a pair.

After recently letting iPhone users add a second account to the same app, WhatsApp is now working on expanding support to up to three accounts. Here are the details.

Travel planning app Tripsy was updated this week with support for iOS 27’s extra-large widget, a new Smart Import tool, AI-powered features, and more. Here are the details.

A Mac desk setup usually starts with the computer, maybe a display, and a few favorite accessories. But the chair deserves a place on that upgrade list, too. It’s what supports you. Whether you spend your day writing, editing photos, or moving between meetings, it’s something you use in every part of the workday.

The Sihoo B300 Pro puts adjustability at the center of that setup. It combines 4D MicroFit Lumbar Support, 6D All-around Armrests, backrest and seat depth adjustments, an intelligent recline system, and breathable mesh. Together, those features give you more ways to tailor the chair to your body and the way you work.

Federal judge Mark Pittman wants details on any agreement that may have led Elon Musk’s companies to drop their antitrust claims against Apple. Here are the details.