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Here are some discreet ways to add an AirTag to your camera
AirTags are a great way to protect and track luggage, but adding them to smaller devices like cameras can be tricky.
Some people just put them in a generic holder attached to the camera strap, but this isn’t exactly discreet, and a thief would likely immediately spot and remove it. Fortunately, there are better solutions …
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A supply chain report says that the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models have now entered mass production ahead of their launch in September.
Assembly partner Foxconn is said to be offering significant bonuses to returning workers as it seeks to ramp up recruitment to peak levels …
Expand Expanding CloseThe reported Apple Upgrade program raises a very big concern
A Bloomberg report yesterday suggested that Apple is about to launch a new Apple Upgrade leasing contract to replace the iPhone Upgrade Program.
There appear to be two significant differences between the two, and one of those is potentially very worrying …
Expand Expanding Close9to5Mac Daily: July 22, 2026 – iOS 27 beta 4 and iOS 26.6 RC
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.
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Apple promotes ‘Nido de Villanas,’ a Mexican microdrama shot on iPhone 17 Pro
Apple has shared a first look at Nido de Villanas, a tongue-in-cheek Mexican microdrama shot entirely on an iPhone 17 Pro, which is now available as 14 Shorts on YouTube.
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Claude Code’s Mac app now lets users test iOS apps in an interactive simulator pane, provided they have Xcode with the iOS platform installed. Here are the details.
Expand Expanding CloseThis ergonomic office chair packs premium comfort features for under $500
If you’re in the market for an office chair, the SIHOO Doro C300 Pro V2 comes packed with personalization and comfort-focused features that deserve your attention.
Expand Expanding CloseApple loses bid to overturn $634 million Masimo patent verdict, new trial also denied
Apple’s requests to overturn a $634 million patent verdict and secure a new trial in its long-running legal battle with Masimo were denied. Here are the details.
Expand Expanding CloseApple shares true story video on how Apple Watch helped rescue an injured cyclist
From time to time, Apple shares real-life stories of users who received potentially life-saving help from the Apple Watch’s safety features.
Today, the company published a new video recounting how Fall Detection and Emergency SOS helped rescue an injured cyclist. You can watch it below.
Expand Expanding CloseApple TV drops trailer for Women in Blue’s second season
With the premiere just a few weeks away, Apple TV today released the trailer for Women in Blue season two. Watch it below.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS 27 code suggests Apple could restrict leased devices after missed payments
Code found in the iOS 27 beta suggests Apple has built a system that could restrict leased devices when customers fall behind on payments. Here are the details.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Invites app updated with two new invitation features for hosts and guests
Apple Invites just got its second app update this summer, adding two new digital invitation features for users.
Expand Expanding CloseApple’s new hardware subscription sounds great, except for one limitation
Today Bloomberg reported that Apple is about to launch a new ‘Apple Upgrade’ leasing program for hardware. It will let you buy new Apple products on a monthly subscription, but there’s one reported limitation that I hope doesn’t come to fruition.
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Apple just improved TestFlight for users with a lot of beta apps
Sometimes a small change can make a big impact. That’s especially true for Apple’s latest TestFlight update for users with a lot of pre-release software.
Expand Expanding CloseApple TV’s new comedy from Ben Stiller is almost here, and reviews are in
The Dink is a new film premiering on Apple TV later this week from producer Ben Stiller, and the first reviews have just arrived. Here’s what reviewers are saying.
Expand Expanding CloseOpenAI launches small business program as it touts 10M ChatGPT Work and Codex users
OpenAI has announced a new initiative called the ChatGPT for small business program. Meanwhile, the company touts reaching 10M ChatGPT Work and Codex users.
Expand Expanding CloseApple fixes iCloud+ vulnerability that exposed ‘hidden’ user emails
Recently 404 Media reported on a vulnerability with the iCloud+ ‘Hide My Email’ feature that allowed anyone to access a user’s real email address. Now, Apple says the issue has officially been fixed.
Expand Expanding CloseApple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report
Apple will reportedly launch a new “Apple Upgrade” leasing program next week. As part of that, the company is reportedly planning to wind down its existing iPhone Upgrade Program.
Expand Expanding Close9to5Mac Daily: July 21, 2026 – Apple vs OpenAI update, more
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Deals: AirTag 2, M5 MacBook Pro $320 off, Philips Hue Bridge Pro, Satechi CubeDock $100 off, more
Joining the ongoing summer price drops on AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2 at $100 off, we are also featuring the return of Prime Day all-time low pricing on AirTag 2. But today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by M5 MacBook Pro with the upgraded 24GB of RAM and 96W charger at $320 off alongside all base model Apple Watch Series 11 colors back in-stock at $100 off. From there, we also have a rare chance at savings on the Philips Hue Bridge Pro as well as new all-time lows on Satechi’s 2026 Space Black metal 25W 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Station at 30% off and the brand’s Mac mini-style Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock at $100 off. Get a closer look below.
Expand Expanding CloseApple debuting new ‘Apple Upgrade’ leasing program next week, per report
Apple will launch a new “Apple Upgrade” leasing program later this month in the US, according to a new report from Bloomberg. It marks “one of the biggest-ever changes to how the company sells devices,” the report says.
Here’s how it will work.
Expand Expanding CloseMeta testing StoryKit, an AI iPhone app that creates ‘personalized children’s stories’
Meta has quietly released a new iPhone app that uses AI to create personalized children’s stories, complete with illustrations, narration, and original music.
Expand Expanding CloseThis macOS 27 change is my top quality-of-life improvement
In macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple has put extra effort into bug fixes and performance enhancements. And so far in the beta, my top quality-of-life improvement involves a Messages fix when logging in to my Mac.
Expand Expanding CloseAs Garmin Cirqa launches, should Apple make a fitness band or ring? [Poll]
The Apple Watch is undoubtedly one of the most capable wearables on the market, but not everyone wants a device that needs to be recharged daily and constantly demands their attention.
The majority of you have long agreed with me that Apple should also make a smart ring, and today’s launch of the Garmin Cirqa Smart Band adds to the evidence of growing demand for screen-free activity trackers …
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