• Gemini Siri deal official, Apple Creator Studio, Vision Pro basketball
    Jan 15 2026
    Benjamin and Chance discuss the implications for Siri and the wider Apple ecosystem now that the Gemini deal is officially signed, and guess when we’ll start seeing the first new features ship. Also, they weigh up the appeal of the new Apple Creator Studio bundle, and Chance got to watch basketball courtside through his Vision Pro. And in Happy Hour Plus, the duo discuss the dependability of iCloud as a backup of your data, and what other backup strategies they recommend to use. Join now and save 26% on annual plans with code HAPPY26. Sponsored by Copilot Money: The personal finance app to make your money yours. Until January 20, get 26% off your first year at try.copilot.money/9to5mac. Sponsored by Stamps.com: Send from your computer or phone 24/7. Try Stamps.com risk-free for sixty days with code happyhour. Sponsored by 1Password: Take the first step to better security by securing your team’s credentials. Find out more at 1password.com/happyhour and start securing every login. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Join now and save 26% on annual plans with code HAPPY26 until February 1. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple confirms Google's Gemini will power new Siri featuresApple to fine-tune Gemini independently, no Google branding on Siri, moreApple will pay billions for Gemini after OpenAI declinedWill Apple-Google AI deal impact user privacy? Here’s what Apple saysEddy Cue touts ‘record-breaking year’ for Apple services, including TV, Music, moreApple debuts 'Apple Creator Studio' subscription, here's what you getPages, Numbers, Keynote, and Freeform becoming freemium appsApple announces Pixelmator Pro is coming to iPadApple Creator Studio Icon HistoryWhat it’s like to watch an NBA game courtside in Apple Vision ProApple gift card safety questioned after terrifying account lockout
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  • Apple Card Chase transition is official, NBA on Vision Pro, Fitness+ in 2026
    Jan 8 2026
    Benjamin and Chance cover this week in Apple news, including the long-awaited announcement that the Apple Card will be switching from Goldman Sachs to Chase, in about . Also, Fitness+ doesn’t quite live up to its own new year marketing hype, NBA live-streaming kicks off on Vision Pro, and Apple makes App Store changes to satisfy Japan regulators. And in Happy Hour Plus, the pair make their annual prediction for 2026, with three relatively risky picks each, about what Apple might do this year. Join now and save 26% on annual plans with code HAPPY26. Sponsored by Gusto: The online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Get three months free when you run your first payroll at gusto.com/happyhour.Sponsored by Copilot Money: The personal finance app to make your money yours. For a limited time, get 26% off your first year at try.copilot.money/9to5mac.Sponsored by Shopify: In 2026, stop waiting and start selling with Shopify. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Join now and save 26% on annual plans with code HAPPY26. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple drops cryptic teaser for Apple Fitness+: ‘Something big is coming’ in 2026Apple Fitness+ launches new features for building exercise habitsHow Apple Watch helps people make it past ‘Quitter’s Day’ with their fitness resolutionsApple confirms Chase takeover for Apple Card and reveals new detailsApple reportedly finds Apple Card partner to replace Goldman SachsHow to watch Lakers NBA games in Apple Immersive on Apple Vision ProMayo's screen recordingApple announces sweeping App Store and iPhone changes in Japan
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  • Holiday tech support, Hold Assist, Ask9to5Mac
    Dec 30 2025

    Benjamin and Chance return from the holiday break with some classic stories of tech support from the trenches. Also, iOS 26 Hold Assist proves better in theory than in reality based on listener feedback, and we do some Ask9to5Mac to close out 2025.

    And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance debate what should be 9to5Mac’s Product of the Year. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.

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    54 Min.
  • Apple 2025 Review of the Year
    Dec 23 2025

    Benjamin and Chance reflect on another year in Apple news. We cover all the big headlines from across the months, including the fallout of the Siri delays, the early iOS 26 redesign leaks, and the launch of all the new 2025 hardware like the iPhone 17 series.

    And in Happy Hour Plus, the pair check in on who won their annual prediction picks. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.

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  • iPhone roadmap rumors, iOS 26.2 released, Apple Music in ChatGPT
    Dec 18 2025

    Benjamin and Chance discuss the late-in-the-year public launch of iOS 26.2, and the beginning of the 26.3 beta cycle. The Information has some juicy new details about the forthcoming iPhone roadmap, ChatGPT adds a clever Apple Music integration, and Chance tried using the PSVR2 spatial controllers with his Vision Pro.

    And in Happy Hour Plus, there’s more tantalizing evidence of a higher-end iMac in the works. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.

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    • Eight new iPhones in the works, here's what we know
    • New M5 iMac model aimed at pro users might be coming, per leak
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    51 Min.
  • Apple executive tumult continues, Apple Studio Display leaks, Fitness+ AI dubbing
    Dec 11 2025
    Benjamin and Chance talk about two more Apple executive departures since last week’s episode, and a rumored third that appears to be staying for now. There’s also exciting details about the next Apple Studio Display, Apple might be able to enlist Intel to manufacture Apple Silicon chips, Fitness+ is using AI for language dubbing, and more. And in Happy Hour Plus, the duo talk about Netflix’s attempt to acquire Warner Bros, and why Apple would never interested in a deal like this. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/design and use code HAPPYHOUR for a free month.Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour.Sponsored by 1Password: Take the first step to better security for your team by securing credentials and protecting every application at 1password.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Twitter@ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Meta Partners with iHeartMedia to Bring Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour to Meta HorizonApple announces departure of two more top executivesReport: Johny Srouji contemplating leaving Apple, considering career elsewhereApple Silicon chief Johny Srouji reportedly commits to staying at Apple for nowNew Apple Studio Display rumored to upgrade three key featuresApple TV previews new F1 streaming deal, confirms driver onboard cams will be includedApple announces biggest Fitness+ expansion ever with help from AIApple and Google team up to make iPhone and Android switching easierEU says easier iPhone-Android switching is proof the DMA is workingApple might turn to Intel for its upcoming M-series chips, per reportFuture iPhone chips might be produced by Intel, per reportNetflix is buying HBO Max, Warner Bros. in blockbuster $83 billion dealNetflix plans to keep selling Warner shows to Apple TV, like Ted Lasso
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  • Two key Apple executives depart, App Store dealings, and Apple Music Replay 2025
    Dec 4 2025
    Benjamin and Chance react to the departure of not one, but two, key Apple executives this week with the news that John Giannandrea is retiring as SVP of AI, and design VP Alan Dye is leaving for a new job at Meta. Also, Apple finally agrees a deal with Tencent over commission for mini apps in WeChat, India tries to pre-install a state security app on iPhones, and the new Apple Music Replay launches. And in Happy Hour Plus, an analytics report claims baseball games drive more subscribers to Apple TV than its original series. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Narwal: Narwal is officially launching their Cyber Monday discounts, offering the record-low prices of its entire lineup up to 49% off.Sponsored by Hydrow: Train smarter, not longer. The Hydrow rowing machine delivers the best results, in just 20 minutes a day. Use code HAPPYHOUR to save up to $600 at hydrow.com. Sponsored by Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour.Sponsored by Aura Frames: The best digital picture frames. Get $35 off the best selling Carver Mat Frames with code HAPPYHOUR at on.auraframes.com/HAPPYHOUR. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky@chancehmiller@mastodon.social@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links John Giannandrea leaving Apple following AI strategy missApple design boss Alan Dye departing for MetaGruber: Apple employees 'giddy' about Alan Dye’s departureTencent to apply for Apple's new App Store Mini Apps Partner ProgramApple launches Mini Apps Partner Program for developersIndia orders Apple to pre-instal a state security app on iPhonesApple to refuse Indian government order to pre-install state security app on iPhonesIndia says users may delete mandatory state-owned ‘security’ appAfter Apple refusal, India makes U-turn on mandatory iPhone appApple Music Replay 2025 personal listening recap is ready to explore and shareSpotify Wrapped arrives with a new party featurePluribus is Apple TV's biggest drama series launch everApple TV’s top 10 list that drove signups reveals big surprises
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  • Apple Black Friday, AirDrop on Android, macOS Tahoe thoughts
    Nov 28 2025
    Benjamin and Chance give their opinion on the 2025 Apple holiday ad ‘A Critter Carol’, and talk about some of the Apple tech deals they’ve found this Black Friday. Also, there’s more clarity on the Apple Watch WiFi sync changes coming to the EU next month, and Google pulls off an impressive stunt to make AirDrop work on Android. Finally, Benjamin installed macOS Tahoe for the first time and has some thoughts to share. And in Happy Hour Plus, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman delivers the first details about what to expect from iOS 27. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Roborock: Save up to 50% on Roborock’s flagship vacuums during their Black Friday event — but hurry, these deals won’t last long!Sponsored by NordStellar: Protect your business today at nordstellar.com/happyhourand use code blackfriday20 to save 20%.Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour.Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/design and use code HAPPYHOUR for a free month. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky@chancehmiller@mastodon.social@ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter@bzamayo@mastodon.social@bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show contentBonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or ThreadsEmail us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Watch Apple's new musical holiday ad 'A Critter Carol', featuring iPhone 17 ProBest Black Friday Apple deals – AirPods, MacBook, iPhone, more 9to5MacApple kicks off its official 2025 Black Friday Shopping EventWhy iOS 26.2 restricts iPhone and Apple Watch Wi-Fi sync in the EUAndroid Quick Share now works with AirDrop on iPhone, starting on Pixel 10How to use Pixel 10 Quick Share with iPhone AirDropAnother Apple TV show has been pulled from the release schedule at the last minuteHere's likely reason why latest Apple TV drama was abruptly pulled before premiereiOS 27 new features: Everything we know so farApple to focus on 'quality and underlying performance' with iOS 27 next year: report
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