When Apple issues the firmware upgrade needed to use AirPods Pro 2 as a hearing aid, it will put the company into direct competition with existing over-the-counter (OTC) products. Most OTC hearing aids offer Bluetooth headphone functionality, so a single device will serve both functions either way, but AirPods will offer two significant advantages ……
Apple Watch gets new bands for Series 10, but Apple promises backward compatibility
With the announcement of the Apple Watch Series 10 on Monday, Apple also introduced new Apple Watch bands. But contrary to some rumors, Apple promises backward compatibility with old Apple Watch bands. more…
iOS 18 RC confirms that Apple has been testing new health sensors in its wireless earbuds
With the launch of iOS 18 RC on Monday, 9to5Mac has found evidence to confirm that Apple has indeed been testing new health sensors in its wireless earbuds. Code corroborates rumors about a new generation of AirPods Pro coming next year with such sensors. 9to5Mac has also obtained more exclusive details from our sources. more…
watchOS 11 to be released to all Apple Watch users next week
During Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event on Monday, the company confirmed the release date of watchOS 11 to the public. The update, which adds many new features to the Apple Watch, will be available from September 16 for compatible models. more…
Apple Watch Series 10 just announced with new design and larger screens
Apple on Monday announced the next generation , or Apple Watch Series 10, at its special event “It’s Glowtime.” The new watch comes with a refreshed, thinner design, as well as larger screens. Read on as we detail what’s new for Apple Watch Series 10. more…
Five things to expect with Apple’s new M4 Mac lineup this fall
Apple is expected to MacBook Pro, and to start off the new M4 transition. Although the event will probably be held in October, the new Macs might not ship until November. more…
Apple Watch SE might go plastic in a few days, but is that worth the tradeoff?
Earlier this summer, reports started to emerge that Apple is testing a new “rigid plastic” body for the next generation . While this would undoubtedly reduce costs, it begs the question – will this tradeoff be worth it for customers? more…
Apple takes direct aim at Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs in new AI-focused Mac promos
Apple is ramping up its efforts to promote the Mac as a powerful platform for artificial intelligence. In the Apple Store app and various places around the web, Apple is promoting that the Mac is the “best AI PC.” Notably, the company is also taking direct aim at Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs in this advertising. more…
Apple Watch Series 10 to feature upgraded ECG and water resistance, new ‘Reflections’ face, more
As Apple’s next event draws closer, we learn more about the products the company will announce on Monday. Following a report earlier today about Apple Watch Series 10 featuring sleep apnea detection, 9to5Mac has now learned more details about the next generation Apple Watch. more…
iPhone 16 Pro to shoot 4K 120fps videos, Camera Button works with third-party apps
We’re just a few days away from Apple’s special event, when the company is expected to announce the new iPhone 16 models. There are a lot of rumors about the new phones out there, but now 9to5Mac has heard more details about what changes with the new hardware. When it comes to cameras, users can…