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- Tuesday March 17
- 10:05 pmWhatsApp update brings the new profile tab to iOS users
Following a few weeks of testing, WhatsApp is officially rolling out the new profile tab to iOS users. Here are the details. more…09:38 pmApple can delist apps “with or without cause,” judge says in loss for Musi app
Judge tosses Musi case against Apple, sanctions lawyers for "mak[ing] up facts."09:37 pmApple TV announces new animated series from Academy Award-winning studio Cartoon Saloon | 9 to 5 MacApple TV announces new animated series from Academy Award-winning studio Cartoon Saloon
The new kids and family adventure premieres globally on April 24, featuring the voices of Brian Cox (Succession, Adaptation), and Andy Serkis (The Lord of the Rings, Andor), among others. Here’s what to expect. more…08:43 pmUpgrading MacBook Neo to 1TB of storage takes serious skill
A MacBook Neo can be upgraded to 1TB of storage, but the DIY project isn't for amateurs. It's fascinating to watch, though. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:39 pm9to5Mac Daily: March 17, 2026 – MacBook Neo teardown, more on AirPods Max 2
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily. more…08:28 pmDuckDuckGo adds reasoning models to its privacy-focused chatbot hub
Duck.ai now includes more powerful reasoning models, including GPT 5 mini for free users and GPT 5.2 for subscribers. Here are the details. more…08:26 pmApple's latest Background Security Improvement targets a WebKit flaw
A Background Security Improvement in iOS 26.3.1 fixes a WebKit issue in Safari that could break one of the web's most important safety rules.Apple has fixed a WebKit bug for Safari and other browsersApple released a Background Security Improvement on March 17 for iOS 26.3.1, iPadOS 26.3.1, macOS 26.3.1, and macOS 26.3.2. The update fixes a WebKit flaw that could let a malicious website bypass a key browser security rule.The company said the issue was caused by a cross-origin problem in the Navigation API and assigned it CVE-2026-20643. Apple addressed the flaw by improving input validation to stop harmful web content from breaking the browser's protections. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:22 pmiPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming this year
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will launch this fall, and alongside packing a variety of new features, there are three design changes reportedly coming. Here’s what rumors say to expect. more…08:00 pmApple rolls out first public Background Security Improvement for iPhone, iPad, and Mac | Mac Daily NewsApple rolls out first public Background Security Improvement for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Apple has quietly deployed its inaugural public Background Security Improvement, delivering targeted protection to iPhone, iPad, and Mac… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:55 pmiPhone 17e teardown shows you can switch most parts with an iPhone 16e
The iPhone 17e is as repairable as the very similarly-constructed iPhone 16e, to the point where you could transfer the MagSafe-equipped rear glass into its non-MagSafe predecessor.A torn-down iPhone 17e - Image Credit: iFixitThe traditional third-party teardowns following Apple's hardware releases usually show where the company has made big changes to its product designs. In the case of the iPhone 17e, the latest by the repair mavens at iFixit also shows just how similar it is to the previous model.When Apple introduced the iPhone 17e, the overall design was close to a carbon copy of the iPhone 16e, with some component changes and the inclusion of MagSafe support. The iFixit teardown proved that to be just the case. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:45 pmiFixit teardown shows iPhone 17e back panel can add MagSafe to iPhone 16e
After opening up the MacBook Neo a few days ago, iFixit is back with a full teardown of the new iPhone 17e, revealing a few surprising repair-friendly changes inside. Watch it below. more…07:40 pmMeta’s Manus launches ‘My Computer’ to turn your Mac into an AI agent
AI startup Manus has released its answer to OpenClaw and Perplexity’s Personal Computer. The similarly dubbed “My Computer” system runs on your Mac or PC, turning your machine into a personal AI agent. Manus originally started as an independent AI firm before being acquired by Meta at the end of last year. (Meta also recently acquired another OpenClaw-adjacent project: MoltBook, the social media site for AI.) more…07:16 pmtvOS 26.4 to unleash ‘Genius Browse,’ smarter way to uncover hidden gems in the Apple TV app | Mac Daily NewstvOS 26.4 to unleash ‘Genius Browse,’ smarter way to uncover hidden gems in the Apple TV app
Apple addresses this challenge head-on with tvOS 26.4 by introducing an innovative tool designed to make finding worthwhile content far… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:06 pmApple releases Background Security Improvement for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Apple has released the first public Background Security Improvement for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. There are four versions of the release. more…06:53 pmtvOS 26.4 adds powerful new ‘Genius’ feature for Apple TV 4K
tvOS 26.4 is launching soon for Apple TV 4K users with several new changes, including one recent beta addition that expands the ‘Genius’ branding once popularized in iTunes. more…06:27 pmSpigen celebrates Apple’s 50th anniversary with retro Mac-inspired MagSafe wallet and AirPods case | 9 to 5 MacSpigen celebrates Apple’s 50th anniversary with retro Mac-inspired MagSafe wallet and AirPods case
Spigen has built a strong reputation for making some high-quality Apple accessories that also scratch that nostalgic itch. Their C1 Collection, which resembles the famous transparent iMac G3 from the early 2000s, is one of my favorite accessories from any brand ever. They then followed that up with the Classic LS iPhone case, which pulls inspiration from iconic Apple products like the original Macintosh 128K and the Apple Lisa. And now Spigen has doubled down on that design by releasing two new accessories for the Classic LS line: the Classic LS Wallet and the Classic LS AirPods Pro case. These will be the ultimate conversation starters. Here is what you need to know. more…05:51 pmMacBook Neo, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro: Which to buy in early 2026
The MacBook lineup has finished its shift over to the M5 chip generation, and has been joined by the MacBook Neo. Here's which model you should buy to fit your budget, as of early 2026.MacBook Air [left], MacBook Neo [center], MacBook Pro [right]Apple's catalog of products is set up to provide consumers with both something that fits their budget, and an upgrade path that seems very close together. This ranges from a value-focused device like the new MacBook Neo to the bank-busting side with the MacBook Pro.While this was previously a two-tier system, with the MacBook Air being the entry-level option, the introduction of the MacBook Neo changes things. We now have the entry-level Neo, with Air becoming the mid-tier choice, and the Pro line as the premium and performance option. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:32 pmFour new Macs are launching later this year, here’s what’s coming
Apple just launched three new Macs this month, but there are another four Macs rumored to debut throughout the remainder of the year. Here’s what’s coming. more…05:26 pmOpenAI releases GPT-5.4 mini and nano, its ‘most capable small models yet’
OpenAI continues to ship new models with the release of GPT-5.4 mini and nano, its “most capable small models yet.” ChatGPT users can start using GPT-5.4 mini today. more…05:14 pmChinese Communist Party’s flagship paper urges Apple to fix ‘monopolistic’ policies | Mac Daily NewsChinese Communist Party’s flagship paper urges Apple to fix ‘monopolistic’ policies
Apple must ease its App Store restrictions and address “monopolistic” practices, according to the Chinese Communist Party’s flagship… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.