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- Thursday January 08
- 05:56 pmApple Card Chase transition is official, NBA on Vision Pro, Fitness+ in 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. more…05:56 pmThe New York Times profiles John Ternus, ‘the man who could be Apple’s next CEO’
John Ternus, 50, the company's SVP of hardware engineering, has emerged as a leading contender to succeed longtime CEO Tim Cook… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:50 pmMost iPhone users are still running iOS 18, with iOS 26 adoption slow: report
iOS 26 has been available for nearly four months, yet reporting from Statcounter indicates the iPhone update is lagging significantly behind predecessors in adoption, with most users opting to stay on iOS 18. more…05:40 pm6 incredibly useful apps are hiding in your Mac — here’s how to use them
These six useful apps for Mac can help you get your work done faster. And best of all, you already have them on your computer. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:35 pmAirPods Pro 3 dip to $199.99 during Amazon's January sale
Amazon's $199 AirPods Pro 3 deal matches the lowest price to date on Apple's latest earbuds, with fast delivery for Prime members.Save $50 on AirPods Pro 3 on Amazon today.Apple AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $199.99 at Amazon, beating Black Friday pricing by $20 and providing shoppers with a $50 discount off retail.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $199.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:23 pmThe New York Times profiles Apple’s expected next CEO
It has long been an open secret that John Ternus is a leading candidate to succeed Tim Cook as Apple CEO, following more than fourteen years at the helm. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has reinforced that expectation through years of reporting on Apple’s succession planning. Today, The New York Times adds to that narrative with a detailed profile of Ternus that positions him as a front-runner while also outlining several alternative internal succession paths. more…04:59 pmApple shuts down AliveCor antitrust claims after earlier Apple Watch patent win
AliveCor’s latest attempt to revive its Apple Watch antitrust case fell short this week, with a federal appeals court handing Apple another win. Today’s development follows the company’s earlier win in the International Trade Commission patent case last spring. more…04:41 pmDeals: AirPods Pro 3 back at holiday lows, M5 iPad Pro $150 off, black/natural Milanese Loop, and more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: AirPods Pro 3 back at holiday lows, M5 iPad Pro $150 off, black/natural Milanese Loop, and more
Joining the ongoing $100 price drops on Apple Watch Series 11, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by AirPods Pro 3. You’ll now find Apple’s latest and greatest in-ear listening experience sitting within $1 of the best Amazon price we have tracked to date, Black Friday and the holidays included. We also have Apple’s most affordable 13-inch M5 iPad Pro hitting Amazon lows at $150 off alongside some solid price drops on its latest black and natural Milanese Loops as well as the black Trail Loop, and more waiting down below. more…04:37 pmToday in Apple history: HP’s iPod comes out of the blue
On January 8, 2004, the iPod+HP, a Hewlett-Packard-branded iPod, showed up at the Consumer Electronics Show looking ... blue! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:18 pmiOS 26 still struggles to gain traction with iPhone users
iOS 26 is turning out to be a dud — adoption among iPhone users trails way behind what's typical months after an Apple OS release. Here's why. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:12 pmDisney+ announces vertical video is coming to the app soon
Disney+ will soon be home not just to the Disney, Hulu, and ESPN content libraries—vertical video is being added too. Here are the details from Disney’s announcement. more…03:58 pmFuture AirPods may gain finer and faster gesture recognition
New research shows that Apple is looking to improve gestures on AirPods by dropping the separate detection circuitry of AirPods, and instead using the RF antenna to sense the gesture.In the future, the antenna may be used to sense a user's touch — image credit: AppleIn the surprisingly long history of AirPods — the first known patent for them was back in 2011 — there have been many plans for gesture control. Some have yet to appear, such as camera-based systems.Now in a newly-revealed patent application called "Gesture Detection Based on Antenna Impedance Measurements," Apple has detailed another gesture approach entirely. Where the current AirPods have a touch surface, it's a separate system from the rest of the earbud and Apple doesn't think that's good enough. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:39 pmiPhone Fold might be more like an iPad than an iPhone
The latest iPhone Fold leaks provoke interesting questions around whether the device will feel more like an iPhone or an iPad. more…03:20 pmWe love our favorite 3-in-1 charging station even more that it’s $70 off right now
Macworld If you love how tidy your desk looks and you wish it would look the same when you’re charging all your gear, then we have a great solution for you. This gorgeous Anker Prime 3-in-1 charging station is 30 percent off at Amazon, bringing the price down to $161. We loved this Anker charger when we reviewed it, giving it a near-perfect 4.5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, appreciating its elegant design, the smart display, and the fact that it comes with a 65W wall charger and cable. There are two MagSafe “branches” for your iPhone and Apple Watch. The left one delivers 25W ultra-fast wireless charging, while the right one can hit 15W charging, which means your Apple Watch will get up to 50 percent charge in less than 20 minutes. Plus there’s the large charging pad at the bottom where you can place your AirPods. The built-in 1.65-inch HD display gives you access to a ton of real-time data on power output and device temperature, and you can swipe between various modes. For instance, “Ice Mode” maximizes cooling, while “Boost Mode” increases charging speed. The Sleep Mode is perfect for overnight charging, as it dims the display and quiets the cooling system. So clean up your desk and take advantage of this 30 percent discount for this 3-in-1 Anker Prime MagSafe charger over at Amazon. Buy now at Amazon03:16 pmiPhone 4 is having a TikTok revival, here's how to use yours safely
TikTok is full of people using an old iPhone 4 to take trendy, grainy photos, but most are blissfully unaware of the danger they're putting themselves in.The iPhone 4 is iconic, and it's making a comeback thanks to TikTokJust months after Apple released the iPhone 17 lineup with its best-ever cameras in tow, people are going old-school. TikTok trends have been responsible for some strange things, but using an iPhone 4 because it's bad at taking photos is a whole new level.The new trend centers around a fondness for photos that offer a vintage camera look. And it appears the iPhone 4's grain-filled photos now fall into that category. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:13 pmApple TV series ‘The Studio’ leads as the most-nominated series for the 32nd Annual Actor Awards | Mac Daily NewsApple TV series ‘The Studio’ leads as the most-nominated series for the 32nd Annual Actor Awards
Apple TV this week was recognized with 12 nominations for the 32nd Annual Actors Awards, including five total nods for “The Studio,” starring… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:46 pmRoborock unveils app updates, CES 2026 robot vacuum & mop lineup to automate home care | AppleInsiderRoborock unveils app updates, CES 2026 robot vacuum & mop lineup to automate home care
Roborock is at CES 2026 with a new lineup and AI-powered app that emphasizes its core mission of ensuring users don't need to worry about keeping their home clean, inside and out, so that they can focus on their family.Roborock presents The Greatest meeting the Greatest at CES 2026 - Image credit: RoborockRoborock's theme for CES 2026 is "The Greatest Meeting the Greatest," which is built on the idea that the best cleaning technology built by human-centered craft to give users more freedom. Reduce the time spent cleaning and focus on what's most important — time with friends and family.Learn more from Roborock at CES Continue Reading on AppleInsider02:42 pmElon Musk’s lawsuit over OpenAI for-profit conversion can go to trial, U.S. judge says | Mac Daily NewsElon Musk’s lawsuit over OpenAI for-profit conversion can go to trial, U.S. judge says
Billionaire visionary Elon Musk is allowed a jury trial on his allegations that ChatGPT maker OpenAI violated its founding mission… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:37 pmApple TV unveils the return of one of its best-reviewed shows
Apple TV has a stacked lineup of returning shows coming soon, including the just-unveiled season 2 of Drops of God, one of the streamer’s best reviewed shows ever. more…02:10 pmApple TV unveils trailer for cult hit series ‘Drops of God’ season two
A new season of the globe-trotting wine odyssey “Drops of God” is about to be served. On Thursday, Apple TV debuted the riveting trailer… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.