Chance is the editor-in-chief of 9to5Mac, managing coverage for the entire staff of 9to5Mac writers. He first joined 9to5Mac in 2013 and has covered Apple and technology ever since then.
Over the years, Chance has worked alongside his 9to5Mac colleagues to publish industry-leading stories about Apple. Chance’s work has been regularly cited by sources including Bloomberg, The Financial Times, and more. He’s frequently ranked as one of the top five technology authors by Techmeme.
In addition to serving as editor-in-chief of 9to5Mac, Chance is also the host of the 9to5Mac Daily podcast. Published five days per week, 9to5Mac Daily is a recap of the day’s Apple news in 5-10 minutes. You can subscribe to 9to5Mac Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast or via the dedicated RSS feed right here.
Chance is also a co-host of the 9to5Mac Happy Hour podcast with Benjamin Mayo. 9to5Mac Happy Hour is weekly podcast discussing the latest in Apple and technology. You can subscribe with Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or the dedicated RSS feed.
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Apple has confirmed an issue causing a “small number” of iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on AT&T to lose cellular service.
Apple released software and carrier updates to prevent the issue from affecting additional users, but the company tells 9to5Mac that devices that have already lost service will require a hardware replacement.
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Amid the rapid rise in AI agents requesting “Full Disk Access” to your Mac, Apple says it is making changes to macOS to protect user privacy.
While the company hasn’t shared specifics, Apple says users should understand what it means to give an app such “extraordinary” access to their Mac.
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Update, October 2: Many of you have asked for a full vehicle compatibility list for the Twelve South Airfly Drive. Our friends over at 9to5Toys have just published exactly that. Take a look!
Twelve South, the company behind a range of premium Apple accessories, has launched a notable expansion of its Airfly brand. The company today unveiled Airfly Drive, a dongle that turns wired CarPlay into wireless CarPlay. It’s available to order starting today for $39.99. Here’s how it works.
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A Texas school district is going all-in on the iPad and MacBook Neo as part of a new $11 million deal. The Beaumont Independent School District is ditching its Chromebook fleet and opting for Apple gear going forward, citing better reliability, lower costs, and performance.
As reported by the Beaumont Enterprise this week, the Beaumont Independent School District’s board has approved an $11.19 million four-year lease to upgrade its technology ecosystem.
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iOS 27 continues Apple’s trend of giving you more control over the design of your iPhone’s Lock Screen. This year, there are new customization options, wallpaper settings, and more.
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Update 1:50 p.m. PT: More details from Apple are available here:
Since the iPhone 18 Pro Max launched, some AT&T customers have complained of various connectivity issues.
In a new text message to customers, AT&T says affected users should update their devices to iOS 26.0.1 to fix the issues … but early reports indicate the update doesn’t actually fix the problem.
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Benjamin and Chance discuss the final Apple smart display rumors with a release for the ‘HomePad’ rumored for October 13, although the small square screen form factor remains puzzling. Also, leaked photos of the iPad mini and HomePod mini suggest those long-awaited updates are also imminent, John Ternus apparently wants to make Apple more nimble, and Chance has thoughts on the new Apple Watch Readiness feature.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin argues the case for adding Touch ID to the Apple TV remote. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
Apple is rolling out a new version of its Apple Invites app for iPhone today. The update taps into new iOS 27 features, including improved photo sharing and Image Playground capabilities.
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Apple is less than two weeks away from launching its new smart display, according to a new Bloomberg report. The report also adds details about the design of Apple’s long-awaited smart home hub.
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Apple has teamed up with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to launch a new guide to “help families create healthy digital habits.”
The new guide follows Apple’s launch of a range of new child safety features in iOS 27.
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Apple is rolling out a big update to Final Cut Camera today, the pro video app it first released for iPhone back in 2024. The update introduces a new design along with support for variable aperture on iPhone 18 Pro.
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New CEO John Ternus has plans to “overhaul” Apple in an attempt to make it “run faster and leaner,” according to a new report from Bloomberg. This includes introducing more products, eliminating “middle-management positions,” and much more.
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iOS 27 brings new features to almost all of Apple’s apps, including Messages, Apple Music, Wallet, and more. Apple’s Find My app has its own share of changes in iOS 27. Here’s everything new.
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Apple debuted the all-new AirPods 5 this month, and they bring ANC to lower prices than ever before. If you’re shopping for AirPods, however, there are still several reasons you might want to opt for the more expensive AirPods Pro 3.
Apple has redesigned the Apple Pay checkout flow in iOS 27 for apps and websites. The changes make it easier to switch between different payment cards and see key details about the order you’re placing.
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Apple must pay $5.7 billion for infringing on patents held by Taction Technology, a US jury ruled on Friday. The patents relate to Apple’s Taptic Engine, which is the hardware Apple uses to provide haptic feedback for notifications, button presses, and other interactions.
Taction first filed the lawsuit in 2021, alleging Apple had “infringed and continues to infringe, directly and indirectly” its patents.
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Apple has released macOS 27 Golden Gate to the public after several months of beta testing. The update is headlined by Siri AI, but there are also Apple Intelligence enhancements to many of Apple’s own Mac apps. Here are a few of my favorites.
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We’ve heard a lot about what to expect from Apple’s next-generation iPad mini, including an OLED display and a more water-resistant design.
A new leak today says the upcoming iPad mini will also pack some serious power: the new A20 Pro chip.
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While it was overshadowed by release of iOS 27, Apple also released a new software update for AirPods this month. The update brings a long-requested feature to supported AirPods models: custom EQ.
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Benjamin and Chance cover the week in Apple news, including hands-on with the new M6 Mac mini and AirPods 5, the first round of bug fixes for the new operating systems, Apple Music Hall, and more.
And in Happy Hour Plus, we reflect on how Siri AI has fared in the real world so far. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
Apple is about to release a new iPad mini. This will mark the first update to the device in two years, and it’s expected to be a big one. Here’s everything we know so far about the new iPad mini coming as soon as next month.
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Apple is testing iOS 27.0.1 for iPhone, according to web traffic analytics for 9to5Mac. The update will likely focus on bug fixes and performance improvements.
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Apple is rolling out watchOS 27.0.1 for Apple Watch today. The company says the update fixes an issue where some Apple Watch units would unexpectedly restart. The update is available exclusively for Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 users.
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Apple has kicked off beta testing of iOS 27.2, and the update brings several notable changes and new features. Here’s everything you need to know about iOS 27.2, which will likely be released to iPhone users as soon as next month.
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