9to5Mac

9to5Mac was established in 2007 by Seth Weintraub as a news platform dedicated to Apple, initially concentrating on Macs in business settings. Over the years, the site has broadened its coverage to include all aspects of Apple products and news. Renowned as a premier source for breaking news in the Apple community, 9to5Mac gained recognition for being the first to share images of the third-generation iPod nano, the original iPod touch, and early snapshots of the first iPhone, as well as insights into Apple's aluminum manufacturing techniques for laptops. More recently, the site revealed key information about the iPhone 4S, Siri, the transition from Google Maps to Apple Maps, new health and fitness apps, updates to OS X, and the Apple Watch. It also showcased the first images of the white iPad 2, iPhone 5, and the iPad Air. In 2014, Business Insider featured 9to5Mac and its leading contributors in a profile piece.

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M4 iPad Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Mac mini monitor, more 9to5Mac

2 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Justin Kahn

While we are still tracking the return of all-time low pricing on Apple Watch Series 10 at $100 off alongside deep deals on Apple Certified Refurb Apple Watch Ultra 2, we have a fresh batch of discounts to scope out today as well. First up, we spotted a massive $580 price drop on Apple’s 1TB 13-inch M4 iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cell in ‘excellent’ open-box condition alongside the very first chance to save on the Quick Sand Powerbeats Pro 2 at $63 off and the M4 Mac mini-ready M8 Smart Monitor at $300 off.
Luka Doncic’s shock over NBA trade got taken out on his iPhone

5 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Ryan Christoffel

NBA fans are still recovering from the shocking trade of star Luka Doncic from the Mavericks to the LA Lakers. And in a new interview with Doncic, he reveals that his iPhone might still be recovering a little too. Luka Doncic recently sat down with ESPN’s Malika Andrews to discuss the shocking trade from Dallas to LA. And in the interview, he reveals that when he first got the call with the news, his first reaction was to throw his iPhone across the room.
With iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple may finally grant this years-old wish

5 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Ryan Christoffel

This fall Apple will launch four new iPhones, including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air. But with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, the company is leaning hard in the opposite direction, and thus fulfilling the wish of many users over the years for the most battery life possible. In a year where a thinner, lighter flagship iPhone is being introduced, Apple isn’t forgetting the age-old request for a model that does the opposite. Do you want the most possible battery life in your next iPhone?
watchOS 11.4 gave your Apple Watch an alarm feature that’s long been missing

5 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Ryan Christoffel

watchOS 11.4 launched a couple weeks ago, bringing with it a new alarm feature that offers something new for users who wear their Apple Watch to sleep. watchOS 11.4 isn’t the most feature-packed release, but it does include one long-overdue new feature. Per the update’s release notes:An option to allow Sleep Wake Up alarm to break through Silent ModeWhat does this mean in practice? It means you can now have your Apple Watch alarm make noise even if Silent Mode is turned on.
Apple TV+ just pulled a George Lucas with Mythic Quest

5 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Ryan Christoffel

Apple TV+ recently announced that its longest-running comedy, Mythic Quest, has been canceled. But there was some good news thrown in with the bad. Apple gave its blessing for the creative team to revise the finale for a more fitting ending, but that has introduced a George Lucas-eque problem. George Lucas, creator of Star Wars, has famously (infamously?) enjoyed revising his films over the years.
Apple One could add a new service in iOS 19, here’s what’s coming

5 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Ryan Christoffel

There’s a lot of excitement around iOS 19 due to the major redesign it will bring, but the update is also expected to introduce a new paid service that’s sure to be included in Apple One. Here’s what’s coming. Tim Cook has claimed on multiple occasions that long-term, Apple’s biggest contribution to the world will be in health. Apple Watch has led to numerous lives being saved thanks to its health features, and its Activity rings motivate healthy habits.
Apple Watch Series 10, M4 MacBook Air, more 9to5Mac

5 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Justin Kahn

While we are still tracking one of the best prices ever on Apple Certified Refurb Apple Watch Ultra 2 units as well as Apple Pencil Pro, today’s lineup of Apple deals are (mostly) all about Apple Watch Series 10. Despite the fear of looming price hikes around very corner on the internet, Amazon is now offering 42mm and 46mm Apple Watch Series 10 back down at the lowest price we have tracked to date with $100 off the list prices across several configurations.
Apple Sports scores another win with new Game Card Sharing feature

5 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Zac Hall

Apple Sports has rightfully earned a reputation for being an app that continues to deliver. The latest win is a new social feature coming to Apple Sports called Game Card Sharing. Game Card Sharing generates dynamic game cards, not just static game stats, for any league supported by Apple Sports. These cards can be shared directly from Apple Sports over iMessage or on social media for events that are live, upcoming, or completed.
Apple’s about to be hit with new EU penalty, but it’s been delayed for now

5 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Ryan Christoffel

Current tensions around US trade policy may be helping delay a coming EU penalty against Apple, according to a new Wall Street Journal report. Here are the details.
Apple is the only major phone maker declining in China

6 days ago | 9to5mac.com | Ryan Christoffel

Apple’s China troubles keep abounding. While the company’s main concern is an ongoing trade war between the US and China, where most Apple products are manufactured, iPhone sales are another big struggle. And a new report on Q1 smartphone sales in China shows things are getting worse. IDC just published a report on China’s smartphone sales for Q1 2025, and Apple is the only major phone maker that declined year-over-year.