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Zac Hall is a Senior Editor, covering Apple, apps, and AI. His work is regularly featured by Techmeme.

He joined 9to5Mac in 2013. He later served as Lead Editor from 2016 through 2020, before creating the Space Explored website.

In 2015, Zac began co-hosting 9to5Mac Happy Hour, establishing the format of the site’s premier podcast, which he hosted for eight years.

In 2018, he created 9to5Mac Daily, providing audio recaps of Apple and technology news each weekday. He also hosted multiple seasons of the 9to5Mac Watch Time podcast, a health and fitness-focused interview series.

Zac is based in the lovely Gulf Coast town of Ocean Springs, MS, where he lives with his brilliant kids and Nova, his loyal Cavachon rescue.

Contact: zac@9to5mac.com

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Apple Vision Pro gains a free, native app that takes you on an immersive private flight

There’s just something special about Apple Vision Pro and airplanes. From turning in-flight entertainment into a cinematic experience to supporting the world’s most advanced flight simulator, Apple Vision Pro has earned its wings.

Now there’s a new native app that’s free to download and experience that takes Apple Vision Pro users on an immersive private flight from the comfort of your living room.

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Anthropic expands Glasswing as it promises public Claude Mythos-class model releases

Anthropic unveiled its Claude Mythos AI model in April, only sharing access with select partners like Apple. The controlled release is part of Anthropic’s Project Glasswing cybersecurity initiative.

Now Anthropic says it’s sharing Claude Mythos access with more partners in more countries. Meanwhile, the company says Mythos-class models will be available to all customers in a matter of weeks.

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WWDC wallpaper released as free download alongside Apple Music playlist and more

Apple’s next major announcement is only a week away with WWDC 2026 set for Monday, June 8. Now Apple’s Greg “Joz” Joswiak has shared a new promo for the big keynote address with an upbeat message.

Apple also has an official wallpaper for WWDC that you can download for free. And there’s an official Apple Music playlist to go along with the fun.

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