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iOS 27 will reportedly add two major new features to Apple Wallet
We’re just a few days away from Apple’s official iOS 27 announcement. The update is expected to introduce new features across many Apple apps and Siri. Apple Wallet is one of the most important apps for many iPhone users, and iOS 27 will reportedly add two key new features.
Expand Expanding CloseThese iPhones, iPads, Macs may not support Apple’s new software
Next week Apple will unveil iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 at WWDC, but rumors indicate certain iPhone, Mac, and iPad models won’t support the new software. Here’s what to expect.
Expand Expanding CloseApple 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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Cape Fear premieres this week on Apple TV, a new psychological thriller inspired by Martin Scorsese’s 1991 film. Reviews debuted today, and it sounds like Cape Fear has all the makings of the first must-watch show of the summer.
Expand Expanding CloseGlobal Running Day Challenge on Apple Watch today as Fitness+ adds new workout
June is here, and with the new month comes the next Apple Watch activity challenge. Meanwhile, Apple Fitness+ has added a new treadmill workout for subscribers.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s a look inside Apple’s first developer center in Europe
Apple has announced that it will be opening Europe’s first Apple Developer Center later this year and has provided a sneak peek inside the facility.
Situated in Berlin, Germany, it will be the company’s fifth developer center after Cupertino, Shanghai, Singapore, and Bengaluru …
Expand Expanding CloseApple agrees to reveal India revenue as it faced massive $38B fine
Apple has agreed to reveal its revenue in India so that the government can calculate how much it should be fined for antitrust violations.
The company was found guilty of exploiting its dominant position in iPhone apps back in 2024, but the company initially refused to reveal financial data within the country. That potentially left it facing the world’s last largest antitrust fine of a massive $38 billion …
Expand Expanding CloseMac beachballs or lagging performance? AI photo scanning may be the reason
Some users are experiencing beachballs or lagging performance on their Macs on macOS 26.5, and it seems the culprit may be Apple Intelligence photo scanning in the background.
High battery usage also appears to be an issue for some of those seeing these symptoms …
Expand Expanding ClosePSA: Those using older Macs and iPhones won’t be able to create or edit Office docs
Microsoft has announced that it’s ending support for older Macs and iPhones in Microsoft 365, Office 2019, and Office 2021.
From next month, those using older versions of macOS and iOS will still be able to open Office documents to view them but won’t be able to edit or create files …
Expand Expanding CloseCourt orders Elon Musk to turn over Tesla and SpaceX emails in Apple/OpenAI lawsuit
United States District Judge Mark Pittman has rejected xAI’s attempt to keep Elon Musk’s Tesla and SpaceX emails out of discovery in the lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI. Here are the details.
Expand Expanding Close9to5Mac Daily: June 2, 2026 – iOS 26.5.1, new Apple Wallet rumors
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Maryland Governor calls out Apple over Towson Town Center store closure controversy
Apple Towson Town Center employees received an endorsement from Maryland Governor Wes Moore in their fight against Apple over the company’s decision to close its first US unionized store. Here are the details.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 27 is coming, here are five new features I’m most excited about
We’re just days away from Apple’s iOS 27 unveiling on June 8 at WWDC. Here are five rumored new features in iOS 27 that I’m most excited about.
Expand Expanding ClosePaste launches MCP support to connect your clipboard history to AI tools
Clipboard manager Paste got even more useful today, with the release of Paste MCP: a tool that connects your clipboard history to several AI tools, from Claude and Codex, to Cursor and beyond. Here are the details.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 27 could make AirPods a lot more powerful with one upgrade
iOS 27’s unveiling is almost here, and Siri’s major overhaul is set to make not only the iPhone feel far more powerful, but AirPods too.
Expand Expanding CloseMicrosoft CEO: We’re moving from OS and apps to agents instead
Today, Microsoft Build brought the announcement of Project Solara, a new chip-to-cloud platform for AI agents. With the reveal, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella shared an interesting quote on the company’s vision for an agent-first computing future.
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Perplexity Computer adding ability to split tasks between local and cloud models
Perplexity has announced a major new feature coming soon to Perplexity Computer: the ability to split tasks between local and cloud models.
Expand Expanding CloseDuckDuckGo keeps surging on iPhone after Google’s AI search overhaul
DuckDuckGo is riding a fresh wave of user interest after Google’s AI-heavy search overhaul demoed at Google I/O. Here’s the latest data on the search engine’s recent success, which is especially strong among iPhone users.
Expand Expanding CloseApple reveals Apple Design Awards app and game winners for 2026
Ahead of WWDC next week, Apple has just revealed the 12 apps and games being honored this year as winners of 2026 Apple Design Awards.
Expand Expanding CloseOpenAI putting Codex inside ChatGPT, 6 new business plugins now available
OpenAI continues to push Codex beyond an agentic coding desktop app to a general productivity tool for everyone. As part of that effort, the company shared three enterprise-focused Codex updates today. Additionally, OpenAI says it will soon put Codex functionality inside the ChatGPT app everywhere.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s how MacBook Neo sales compare to M5 MacBook Air and Pro
A new IDC report (via TechCrunch) offers a glimpse into MacBook Neo sales in its first few weeks compared to the also-new M5 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models.
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Deals: AirPods Pro 3 $199 or $100 off ‘like-new’, Apple Pencil Pro $49, 32GB M5 MacBook Air $200 off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by AirPods Pro 3 back down at $199 via Amazon, or up to nearly $100 off via Amazon resale. We also have all AirPods Max 2 colors back to Amazon low pricing alongside a chance to score the regularly $129 Apple Pencil Pro down at $49 and another rare opportunity to score $200 off this 32GB M5 MacBook Air. Head below for a closer look.
Expand Expanding CloseiPhone Ultra might have tech innovation over 15 years in the making
iPhone Ultra is launching this fall, and a new leak says it will feature a tech innovation that’s been over 15 years in the making within Apple: liquid metal.
Expand Expanding CloseNintendo Music comes to CarPlay with latest app update
Nintendo has released a big update to its popular Nintendo Music app. The update adds three new features, including CarPlay support, Siri integration, and a dedicated iPad app.
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