Chance is the editor-in-chief of 9to5Mac, helping oversee and manage coverage for the entire staff of 9to5Mac writers. He first joined 9to5Mac in 2013 and has published daily coverage of Apple and related topics since then.
Over the years, Chance has worked alongside his 9to5Mac colleagues to publish industry-leading stories about Apple. In the spring of 2020, Chance and the 9to5Mac team exclusively reported a variety of upcoming iOS 14 features prior to the official announcement from Apple.
In addition to serving as Lead Editor 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 guest host on the 9to5Mac Happy Hour podcast with Benjamin Mayo and Zac Hall.
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As revealed last week, the Netflix app won’t be available on Vision Pro when it launches next week, nor will Netflix let users run the iPad version of the app on their device. In a new interview with Ben Thompson of Stratechery today, Netflix’s co-CEO Greg Peters attempts to offer an explanation for this decision.
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Apple released the first developer beta of iOS 17.4 today, and there are a couple of changes to the Apple Podcasts app. Most notably, Apple Podcasts now supports transcripts. Apple says that it will automatically generate transcripts for episodes after they are published, which can then be viewed in the Apple Podcasts app.
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Fortnite is coming back to the iPhone … for people who live in the European Union. Following Apple’s announcement that it will open the iPhone to third-party app stores in the EU, Epic Games has announced that Fortnite “will return to iOS in Europe in 2024.”
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Benjamin and Chance talk about all the latest Apple news from this week, including some new iPhone 16 rumors on tech specs and capabilities of the new Capture Button, incentives for artists to produce Spatial Audio music, and the latest installment in the Apple Watch ban saga. Plus, Ford has some CarPlay announcements in the same week that Apple’s ambitions for Project Titan have been scaled back significantly, as the company now looks to launch its own electric vehicle in 2028.
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Apple today officially announced support for third-party app stores in the European Union, as part of iOS 17.4. In a document on its website, Apple says that anyone looking to develop an alternative app marketplace will have to provide evidence that it can financially “guarantee support for developers and customers.”
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The first beta of iOS 17.4 is coming today, and it makes big changes to the iPhone, the App Store, and more in the European Union.
Starting with iOS 17.4, Apple is opening the iPhone to what it calls “alternative app marketplaces” for the first time. Apple says this will “enable developers to offer their iOS apps for download from alternative app marketplaces and help protect their intellectual property.”
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The Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 are embroiled in an ongoing ITC situation, which briefly barred the devices from being sold in the United States last month. This comes after the ITC ruled that the Apple Watch’s blood oxygen sensor infringes on two patents held by medical device company Masimo.
As it stands right now, Apple is still selling the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 in the United States, but with the blood oxygen features disabled due to the ITC ruling.
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As our colleagues over at 9to5Google have been covering all week, the first Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro renders have emerged. Looking at these images from an Apple user’s perspective, the resemblance to the iPhone is hard to ignore … with the exception of the differing camera bump designs.
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Today marks the 40th birthday for the Mac, and there’s a lot of reading out there for Mac fans looking to celebrate. Here’s a roundup of some of the best things I’ve come across today.
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One of my favorite features in iOS 17 is StandBy, which turns your iPhone into a smart display when it’s in landscape orientation and charging. One of the best ways to take full advantage of StandBy is with an upright wireless charger.
Head below for a closer look at three of my favorite MagSafe stands for iPhone, perfect for StandBy.
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Update January 24, 2024: After first being announced earlier this month, T-Mobile’s new “Hulu on Us” perk is now available. The offer is available to Go5G Next customers.
T-Mobile is once again expanding its lineup of freebies, this time with the addition of Hulu. In a press release, T-Mobile announced that it is now offering “Hulu on Us” to its catalog of complimentary streaming services. There are two caveats to this offering, though: it’s the ad-supported tier of Hulu, and it’s only available to Go5G Next customers.
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Day One, the popular journaling app that I’ve been writing about for years, has been updated this week with a new Shared Journals feature. Day One describes this as “a new way for you to safely share life’s moments with friends and family, while upholding the privacy and security you trust.”
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Philips Hue is once again expanding its lineup of smart lighting options. The company has announced the new Philips Hue Dymera wall light, the new Philips Hue pendant cord, and more. Head below for the details.
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After pre-orders kicked off on Friday, the first Apple Vision Pro shipments are on their way to early buyers. Vision Pro orders are departing Apple’s facilities via UPS, and here’s how you can check your order status.
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Honda is planning to make a retrofit available to older model-year Accords to enable wireless CarPlay. The process will begin later this month and will require a trip to the dealer, Honda says.
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Following the release of iOS 17.2 in early December, iOS 17.3 is now available. This update is headlined by a new feature called Stolen Device Protection, designed to protect iPhone users if they have their phone and passcode both stolen.
Head below for the full details on iOS 17.3, including new features and more.
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On Wednesday, January 24, the Mac will celebrate its 40th birthday. In a new piece for WIRED, Steven Levy spoke with five Apple executives on the state of the Mac, 40 years in:
Over the years, Apple has vastly expanded the Health app on iPhone with ways to track weight, fitness, and much more. Earlier this year, we broke down the best smart scales for syncing weight with an iPhone. And with iPadOS 17, the Health app is also now on iPad.
Another measurement that can integrate with Apple’s Health app is blood pressure. Here are some of the current options on the market for syncing blood pressure with the Health app on your iPhone.
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Apple is out with a new ad that once again highlights iPhone 15 Plus battery life. “Looooong lasting battery for relentless moments,” Apple says. “Relax, it’s iPhone 15 Plus.”
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Ford today has officially announced its new next-generation in-car infotainment system. While Ford is doubling down on its own native experience, it’s also expanding its commitment to CarPlay.
I had a chance to visit Ford’s headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan last week for a sneak preview of the new “Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience.” Here’s what you need to know…
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Chance talks about his second time going hands-on with the Apple Vision Pro, including trying the newly announced Disney+ experiences. We also discuss the preorder process, and the newly released tech specs and accessories for Apple’s upcoming headset. There’s also an ongoing debacle about exactly what third party apps, if any, will be available on visionOS at launch.
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Apple has confirmed more details about Vision Pro’s support for AirPlay. According to the company, Vision Pro supports up to 1080p AirPlay for mirroring your view in Apple Vision Pro to any AirPlay‑enabled device.
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For the first time, Apple has revealed how much Vision Pro weighs. According to the company, Vision Pro weighs between 21.2 and 22.9 ounces (600 to 650 grams). Apple has also confirmed that the Vision Pro’s standalone battery weighs 353 grams.
That variation in weight is due to the Light Seal and head band configuration, Apple says.
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To accompany the launch of Vision Pro today, Apple has shared a full Guided Tour showing off the product. The 10-minute video is currently available via Apple’s website and YouTube, and features Apple Vision Pro Product Manager Allessandra McGinnis walking a new Vision Pro user through the device’s apps and features.
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