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Benjamin and Chance react to Apple’s smart home event, with first impressions on the new Apple HomeView smart display, the insanely priced Apple TV 4K (fourth-generation), and the HomePod mini refresh. It remains to be seen whether these new initiatives in the Apple Home Collection can help move the needle on smart home uptake at large, but it’s a good start. And in Happy Hour Plus , the new iOS beta brings a new Apple Music icon. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Things : The award-winning to-do app, ready for iOS 27 and iPhone Duo. Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Shopify : If you’re ready to launch your business before Black Friday, start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Quince : Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/happyhour . Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. 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 Podcasts Overcast Spotify 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 content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join . Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon , or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple unveils new HomeView smart display: pre-order today for $299 Here’s how HomeView’s facial recognition works HomeView will support video apps like YouTube, Netflix—if they say yes HomeView can display third-party widgets from your iPhone Will HomeView support third-party apps? Here’s what Apple says Apple announces new Apple TV 4K with upgraded Siri Remote, A19 chip, more New Apple TV 4K vs previous model: Here’s everything new Siri AI coming to older Apple TV 4K models, here’s what’s compatible Apple announces HomePod mini 2: Siri AI, new colors, Sound Glow, more HomePod mini 2 vs HomePod mini: Here’s everything new Apple unveils Apple Home Collection smart home accessories developed with LG and Schneider iOS 27.2 adds new app icon for Apple Music, more design updates iOS 27.2 beta 4 no longer includes Apple's overhauled Health app

Benjamin and Chance talk about this week’s Apple news, ahead of a bevy of product announcements coming later this month. Apple is reportedly partnering with LG on a range of smart home accessories, and changes are coming to Full Disk Access permissions. Note: This episode was recorded before Apple officially announced its ‘Welcome home’ event. And in Happy Hour Plus , our family members get new phones. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Roborock : Fall Prime Day is here—with up to $1,600 off Roborock’s smartest cleaning lineup, plus exclusive limited-time deals and gifts. Find the right cleaner for your home and save starting now. Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. 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 Keeper : Get 60% off personal and family plans at keepersecurity.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 Podcasts Overcast Spotify 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 content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join . Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon , or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links This tool frees up Apple Intelligence storage on macOS, but think twice before using it AT&T claims iOS 27.0.1 fixes iPhone 18 Pro Max cellular issues, but users disagree [U] Apple confirms iPhone 18 Pro Max AT&T cellular issues, affected devices require hardware replacement Report: Apple’s smart home push includes LG-made doorbell, lock, thermostat, more Leaked images reveal Apple’s new Home smart lock, thermostat, more for LG Apple’s new Home cameras and doorbell with LG revealed in leaked images Apple’s new ‘second-party’ accessories for Home are bigger than we thought, per leak Redesigned MacBook Pro with OLED to feature 'significantly lighter' design: report Apple reportedly planning second wave of product announcements later this month iOS 27.2 beta 3: Here’s everything new Apple says it’s tightening macOS privacy controls amid the rise of AI agents

Benjamin and Chance discuss the final Apple smart display rumors with a release for the ‘HomePad’ rumored for October 13, although the small square screen form factor remains puzzling. Also, leaked photos of the iPad mini and HomePod mini suggest those long-awaited updates are also imminent, John Ternus apparently wants to make Apple more nimble, and Chance has thoughts on the new Apple Watch Readiness feature. And in Happy Hour Plus , Benjamin argues the case for adding Touch ID to the Apple TV remote. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Square : Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour . Sponsored by Notion : Learn more about how Notion can support your business, at notion.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Perplexity Computer : Start your free trial of Perplexity Computer today at pplx.ai/happyhour and experience the next phase of AI. 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 Podcasts Overcast Spotify 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 content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join . Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon , or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple's HomePad smart home hub launching on Oct 13 with iMac G4 design – Bloomberg Leak reveals new design details about Apple’s upcoming smart display Leaked images reveal new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini New iPad mini details revealed in latest leak Leak reveals new iPhone Duo features not yet announced Apple releases iOS 27.0.1 for iPhone, here’s what’s new John Ternus wants to reshape Apple, here's how

Benjamin and Chance cover the week in Apple news, including hands-on with the new M6 Mac mini and AirPods 5, the first round of bug fixes for the new operating systems, Apple Music Hall, and more. And in Happy Hour Plus , we reflect on how Siri AI has fared in the real world so far. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Quince : Find your next fall favorites at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/happyhour . Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Sponsored by iMazing : iMazing’s platform for data transfer and device management keeps getting better. Get 20% off iMazing with code 9TO5-SEP26-20OFF. Sponsored by Copilot Money : Get two months free with code 9TO5MAC at copilot.money/9to5mac . 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 Podcasts Overcast Spotify 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 content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join . Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon , or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Steve Jobs Antennagate Q&A M6 Mac mini review: Apple's most versatile Mac continues to shine Apple unveils AirPods 5 with upgraded noise cancellation, more Apple releases watchOS 27.0.1 to fix Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 bug iPhone 18 Pro Face ID bug causing system to crash and reboot for some users Apple says software update to fix iPhone 18 Pro rebooting bug is coming next week watchOS 27.2 beta 2 brings the App Switcher back with a new gesture Apple working on Whoop-style screenless fitness tracker, per report Apple planning to sell AI servers powered by M8 Ultra chips, says report Apple Music opens new live music venue in London In select countries, iCloud+ now includes Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge Five ways that the new Siri AI is frustrating iPhone and Apple Watch users

Chance has been testing the iPhone 18 Pro and the new Apple Watches for the last week, and is here to give his hands-on reviews. Also, Apple has finally released its new operating systems out into the world, which means Benjamin has tried macOS Golden Gate for the first time. And in Happy Hour Plus , Apple is rumored to be making their own game controllers for iPhone. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden, featuring secure password management, passkey support, end-to-end encryption, and seamless autofill across all devices. 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 . 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 Podcasts Overcast Spotify 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 content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join . Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon , or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links iOS 27 now available: New features, compatible iPhones, and more Apple says two iOS 27 features aren’t coming until a ‘future software update’ macOS 27 Golden Gate now available, here is everything new Apple releases first iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone Everything new in iOS 27.2 beta 1 so far iOS 27.2 introduces Apple Health app overhaul, here’s what’s new iPhone 18 Pro review: More of a great thing Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 review: More personal than ever before Apple planning to sell AI servers powered by M8 Ultra chips, says report In select countries, iCloud+ now includes Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge Apple is designing its own game controllers for iPhone, could be Beats branded

Benjamin and Chance react to the September Apple event in this bumper special episode, featuring our first impressions (and Chance’s initial hands-on from the ground at Apple Park) with iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5 and the new Apple Watch lineup. And in Happy Hour Plus , even more thoughts on the iPhone Duo, and how Apple presented John Ternus’s first event as CEO. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Quince : Find your next fall favorites at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/happyhour . Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by iMazing : iMazing’s platform for data transfer and device management keeps getting better. Get 20% off iMazing with code 9TO5-SEP26-20OFF. Sponsored by Bitwarden : Register for the free, virtual Open Source Security Summit on September 17, featuring cybersecurity leaders David Sanger and Joseph Menn — and check out Bitwarden for trusted open source password, passkey, and secrets management, with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. 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 Podcasts Overcast Spotify 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 content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join . Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon , or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple Event News Hub: iPhone 18 Pro is here, more - 9to5Mac

Benjamin and Chance talk about John Ternus’s first week in the job as Apple CEO, and how much Tim Cook will still be involved. Also, it’s the last chance for iPhone event rumors, with details about some health updates for the Apple Watch Series 12 coming to the fore. And there was an Apple TV subscription price hike, for the second time in as many years. And in Happy Hour Plus , on the eve of iPhone 18 Pro, we reflect on our overall positive experiences using the iPhone Air for the entire year. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Square : Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour . Sponsored by Bitwarden : Register for the free, virtual Open Source Security Summit on September 17, featuring cybersecurity leaders David Sanger and Joseph Menn — and check out Bitwarden for trusted open source password, passkey, and secrets management, with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. 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 Notion : Learn more about how Notion can support your business, at notion.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 Podcasts Overcast Spotify 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 content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join . Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon , or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Today is Tim Cook's last day as Apple CEO, Ternus takes over Read Tim Cook's full memo to Apple employees on his last day as CEO Here’s how much Apple is paying John Ternus as CEO, Tim Cook as executive chairman Read John Ternus's full memo to Apple employees on his first day as CEO New Apple CEO John Ternus now has his own X account Apple executive changes continue as Ternus becomes CEO Apple leadership page updated as John Ternus becomes the new CEO John Ternus just revealed his priorities in first introduction as Apple CEO Phil Schiller steps down from App Store and Apple events Report: Apple Watch Series 12 may feature always-on heart-rate tracking, new Fitness app Apple reportedly considered launching a new Apple Pencil for iPhone Ultra Unusual timing of Mac mini and Mac Studio updates all about AI, claims report Apple announces price increase for Apple TV and Apple One subscriptions

Benjamin and Chance break down an action-packed week of news, with a new lineup of Mac mini and Mac Studio announced, invites officially going out for the September iPhone event, and even more rumors about what new products to expect later this fall. And in Happy Hour Plus , we discuss the reasons behind a (rare) round of Apple layoffs impacting about 200 people in total. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden, featuring secure password management, passkey support, end-to-end encryption, and seamless autofill across all devices. Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by NordStellar : Get an exclusive offer: Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code: nordhappyhour-10-NORDSTELLAR – just mention it to NordStellar! Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour .

Benjamin and Chance talk about the crazy leak by Apple depicting the new AirPods with cameras in a video demo, the changes in iOS 27 beta 6, their latest experiences with Siri AI, whether iPhone 18 Pro will fit iPhone 17 Pro cases, and perhaps some final resolution in the Apple vs EU App Store commission battle. And in Happy Hour Plus , Benjamin talks about some of the leaks for the upcoming HomePod with a screen. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden, featuring secure password management, passkey support, end-to-end encryption, and seamless autofill across all devices. Sponsored by Keeper : Get 60% off personal and family plans at keepersecurity.com/HAPPYHOUR . Sponsored by Copilot Money : Get two months free with code 9TO5MAC at copilot.money/9to5mac . Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan.

Benjamin and Chance talk about all the changes in iOS 27 beta 5, as Apple reportedly takes a fresh look at fitness wearables, details about the glassy iPhone 20, Friday Night Baseball on Vision Pro and more rumors about Apple TV sports rights — this time, golf. And in Happy Hour Plus , out of the blue, Apple TV launches another round of its free movie catalog collection promotion. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden, featuring secure password management, passkey support, end-to-end encryption, and seamless autofill across all devices. Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan.

Benjamin and Chance return for another episode recapping the week in Apple news, including the interesting details of Apple’s most recent earnings calls, the last of the Tim Cook era. Also, Apple complies with Microsoft’s Interoperability request for universal clipboard support on Windows, and John Ternus recruits an employee out of retirement to help lead his new company regime. And in Happy Hour Plus , Chance is battling with HomeKit reliability woes, and ponders whether Benjamin's messaging habits. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden, featuring secure password management, passkey support, end-to-end encryption, and seamless autofill across all devices. Sponsored by Notion : Learn more about how Notion can support your business, at notion.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Square : Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour . Sponsored by NordStellar : Get an exclusive offer: Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code: nordhappyhour-10-NORDSTELLAR – just mention it to NordStellar!

Benjamin and Chance break down all the details about Apple’s newly-launched Upgrade Program, while Chance gets frustrated with some of the edge-cases of Siri AI. The Apple smart glasses are now rumored for a WWDC 2027 debut, and the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 builds hype for the upcoming iPhone Fold. And in Happy Hour Plus , we review how our 2026 annual predictions are faring so far. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by NordStellar : Get an exclusive offer: Unlock your 10% discount on NordStellar with the coupon code: nordhappyhour-10-NORDSTELLAR - just mention it to NordStellar!

Benjamin and Chance talk about the last week in Apple News, including the rumored new ‘Apple Upgrade’ leasing program, Apple Music price hike, iOS 27 beta 4 changes, an OLED screen roadmap for future Macs and iPads, and next-gen Apple Pencils with replaceable batteries. And in Happy Hour Plus , Apple and Ford announce a new partnership to bring Apple Music directly into the car infotainment system. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Keeper : Get 60% off personal and family plans at keepersecurity.com/HAPPYHOUR .

Benjamin and Chance talk about their latest experiences with iOS 27 and Siri AI, with Apple releasing the public betas this week so anyone in the whole world can give the new software a go. The company also sued OpenAI this week in a high-profile case over alleged trade secrets theft. And, as is tradition, the Apple Store Back to School offer underwhelms. And in Happy Hour Plus , Mayo gets a new work laptop which complicates his future Mac buying decisions. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Quince : Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Visit quince.com/happyhour for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Square : Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour .

Benjamin and Chance talk about all the changes in iOS 27 beta 3, and Mayo’s first experience with Siri AI on Apple Watch. Also, we dive in to the details of what’s new in macOS Golden Gate, Apple tries to lobby to use Chinese memory components, signs a new deal with Broadcom, and likely supply constraints for the iPhone Fold. And in Happy Hour Plus , with Apple TV scoring a record number of Emmy nominations, we talk about what we’ve been watching recently across TV and film. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Copilot Money : Get two months free with code 9TO5MAC at copilot.money/9to5mac . Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan.

Benjamin and Chance react to the news from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman that Apple is accelerating the roadmap for the M7 series of Apple Silicon chips, somewhat at the expense of the as-yet-unreleased M6 line. Also, we break down what’s new in visionOS 27 and do some summer Ask9to5Mac questions. And in Happy Hour Plus , Benjamin and Chance pick their favorite grab-bag features from the iOS 27 WWDC cloud side. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Square : Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour . Sponsored by Shopify : All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Cash App : Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/i4d1b1x2 #CashAppPod

Benjamin and Chance react to the shocking price increases across Mac, iPad, and more, as well as break down all the latest changes in iOS 27 beta 2. Also, how fair is it that watchOS 27 cuts off so many models of Apple Watch, while iOS 27 is available for every iPhone that runs iOS 26. And in Happy Hour Plus , John Ternus is reportedly looking to re-establish the design team at the center of Apple’s decision-making. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Roborock : Check out Roborock's Prime Day Sale featuring up to $1,500 off best-selling robot vacuums and wet dry vacuums, including the Saros 10R, Qrevo Edge 2, Qrevo Curv 2 Flow, and more. Sponsored by Shopify : See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Quince : Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Visit quince.com/happyhour for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan.

This week, Benjamin and Chance discuss the implications of Tim Cook’s reveal to the Wall Street Journal that Apple cannot mitigate the skyrocketing price of memory no longer, and consumers will soon see Apple’s device prices go up. Also, we have another week of impressive hands-on with Siri AI, and we continue to dive through a grab-bag of other iOS 27 features. And in Happy Hour Plus , we discuss the potential market reception to the iPhone Air 2, expected to debut six months later than the iPhone 18 Pro. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Keeper : Get 60% off personal and family plans at keepersecurity.com/HAPPYHOUR . Sponsored by IM8 : Go to IM8HEALTH.com/happyhour and use code happyhour to get a free welcome kit, five free travel sachets, and 10% off your order. Sponsored by Shopify : See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour .

It’s the bumper annual WWDC episode! Benjamin and Chance give their first impressions of all the announcements from WWDC 2026, including the new Siri AI and overhauled Apple Intelligence initiatives, as well as the platform features in iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and more. And in Happy Hour Plus , Chance gives some insight from his time at Apple Park, and how Apple is trending closer to a live event format once again. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Shopify : See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour . Sponsored by Quince : Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Visit quince.com/happyhour for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Sponsored by Framer : The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan.

Benjamin and Chance talk about the late-breaking iOS 27 rumors, including a new bill splitting feature for the Wallet app, as well as give their final expectations for next week’s WWDC announcements. Apple fixes Mayo’s iPhone Air battery glitch, and new Apple TV and HomePod models are apparently in the final testing stage. Also, code references reignite ideas about new cheaper (or free) tiers of Apple Music. And in Happy Hour Plus , on the eve of iOS 27, we give our 1 year retrospective on how iOS 26 has fared in the wild. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join . Sponsored by Keeper : Get 60% off personal and family plans at keepersecurity.com/HAPPYHOUR . Sponsored by Square : Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour . Sponsored by Shopify : See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour .