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Benjamin and Zac run down all of the new features in the just-released iOS 15.4 betas, including support for Face ID unlock with a face mask on. Apple also surprised everyone this week with an over-the-air new Apple Watch face. There’s also rumors of Apple turning iPhones into credit card payment terminals, and Apple’s head of PR leaves less than a year after joining the company. Sponsored by Things: The award-winning to-do app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Sponsored by Trade Coffee: Right now Trade Coffee is offering a total of $20 off your first three bags when you go to DrinkTrade.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Helix: Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders and two free pillows for Happy Hour listeners at HelixSleep.com/9to5mac. Sponsored by Kandji: Go to Kandji.io/happyhour for a free demo or trial. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More Want to try Universal Control? Here are the compatible Macs and iPadsmacOS 12.3 public beta now available with Universal Control supportiOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 public beta now available with Universal Control, Face ID mask unlock, moretvOS 15.4 beta adds ‘Up Next’ queue to Apple TV video playerApple forecasts record Q2 2022 despite continued supply constraints and COVID-19 uncertaintyApple reports record Q1 2022 holiday earnings: $123.95 billion revenuetvOS 15.4 has a clever way to sign in to pesky captive Wi-Fi networks on Apple TVApple wins worldwide rights for Sundance crowd-pleaser ‘Cha Cha Real Smooth’Apple developing new iOS feature to let iPhones to accept NFC payments with tap-to-payApple tells developers it’s rolling out a fix for iCloud syncing issues impacting third-party appsApple releases macOS 12.2 with Safari security patch, improved ProMotion scrollingApple launches limited-edition Black Unity Braided Solo Loop for Apple Watch, ‘Unity Lights’ faceApple launches new Shot on iPhone Challenge, this time for iPhone 13 Pro macro imagesiCloud syncing issues are plaguing third-party apps as Apple stays silentApple’s plans for third-party App Store payments are insufficient, Dutch regulator says Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

Benjamin and Zac follow up with even more Apple headset rumors, discuss whether ProMotion will trickle down the iPhone lineup, new details about the 2022 iPad Pro redesign, and the App Store has a date with the Dutch authorities. Sponsored by New Relic: That next 9:00 p.m. call is just waiting to happen, get New Relic before it does! You can get access to the whole New Relic platform and 100GB of data free, forever – no credit card required. Sign up at NewRelic.com/happyhour. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More iOS 15.3 RC fixes Safari bug that gives websites access to browsing history and Google ID dataAntitrust bills targeting Apple gain traction in Senate as Ted Cruz reveals 40-minute phone call with Tim CookApple confirms it is ramping up efforts to get more iOS 14 users to update to iOS 15iPhone SE with 5G expected to launch in April or May as production moves aheadApple CEO Tim Cook personally lobbying Senate Judiciary Committee as antitrust threats loomLikely new iPhone SE and iPad Air models appear in Eurasian databaseApple’s AR/VR headset could be priced above $2,000, feature M1 Pro-like performanceMaking sense of the latest rumors about Apple’s looming AR and Mixed Reality headsetsReport: iPad Air 5 with 5G, Center Stage camera, and more coming this springHere’s everything we know so far about the 2022 iPad ProApple will allow dating apps in the Netherlands to use alternative payment systems, developers must maintain a separate app binary Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

Benjamin and Zac mourn the loss of the (multiple) products Apple discontinued this week. Plus, there’s some funny rumors circling around the new look for the iPhone 14 notch, updates to Fitness+ and ‘serious talks’ about Apple acquiring some MLB broadcasting rights. Sponsored by Babbel: Purchase a three-month Babbel subscription and you'll get an additional three months for free! Just go to Babbel.com and use the promo code HappyHour. Sponsored by Zocdoc: Go to Zocdoc.com/happyhour and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for free and book a top-rated doctor. Many are available as soon as today. Sponsored by Upstart: Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to Upstart.com/HAPPYHOUR. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More iPhone 14 Pro now rumored to feature ‘hole + pill design’ instead of notchAfter Apple subtracted Beats Pill+ from its lineup, here’s what could replace itMicrosoft poaches key Apple semiconductor engineer as it ramps up in-house chip designiPhone 14 Pro now rumored to feature ‘hole + pill design’ instead of notchiPhone 14 Pro rumored to feature the first rear-camera megapixel increase since iPhone 6SKuo: Apple AR/VR headset will charge using same 96 W power adapter as MacBook ProReport: Apple in ‘serious talks’ to broadcast Major League Baseball games starting next seasonApple puts Beddit to rest as Apple Watch Series 8 rumors suggest upgraded sleep trackingApple discontinues years-old Beats Pill+ Bluetooth speaker with no replacementHere’s everything we know about the low-cost 5G iPhone SE 3 coming this yearReport: Apple Headset not an ‘all-day device,’ creating a metaverse ‘off limits’Gurman: Apple likely to hold virtual event in March or April to announce iPhone SE 3 Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

Benjamin and Zac discuss the divisive new series of Apple Watch commercials, intriguing rumors about Lossless music coming to AirPods Pro 2 courtesy of Ming-Chi Kuo, and whether the iPhone 15 will lose the physical SIM card slot. Plus, Zac poses a mysterious CarPlay riddle (find out the answer at the end of the show). Sponsored by LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/HAPPYHOUR. Sponsored by Headspace: You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple. Go to Headspace.com/MAC for a one-month free trial. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More Intel claims the new Core i9 processor is faster than the Apple M1 Max – but that doesn’t mean muchReport: Apple could launch an audiobooks service later this yearThe new Chipolo Card Spot brings Find My integration to your walletThis HomeKit bug could make your iPhone completely unusable; here are the detailsAAPL hits $3 trillion market cap, Apple now first company to reach milestone valuationSamsung unveils 2022 TVs with mini-LED panels, AirPlay 2, 144Hz refresh rates, NFT support, moreAirPods with lossless audio support seem likely, but don’t get too excitedReport: iPhone 13 sales strong during holiday season, Apple’s services business worth $1.5 trillionKuo: AirPods Pro 2 to offer Lossless support, new form factor, moreApple shares real stories from Apple Watch users in new ‘911’ video Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

Benjamin and Zac look back on all the Apple hardware releases in 2021, from the iPhone 13 to the long awaited release of the AirTags accessory, revamped iPad mini, the colorful M1 iMac, and the ultimate MacBook Pro update. Happy New Year! Sponsored by Prisoner Wine: Go to ThePrisonerWine.com/HAPPYHOUR for 20% off plus shipping included on your first purchase - get it in time for the Holidays. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More The 9to5Mac Product of the Year: The new 14″ and 16″ MacBook ProHere are the products Apple should stop selling in 2022Here’s everything to expect from Apple in 2022 Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

Apple’s return to work deadline is extended indefinitely. Meanwhile, Zac and Benjamin share some grievances about keyboard shortcuts and Live Text behavior. There’s also renewed rumors about a possible trio of Apple external displays coming soon and Swift Playgrounds 4 launches on iPadOS. Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Sponsored by Upstart: Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to Upstart.com/HAPPYHOUR. Sponsored by Prisoner Wine: Go to ThePrisonerWine.com/HAPPYHOUR for 20% off plus shipping included on your first purchase - get it in time for the Holidays. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More iOS 15.2 offers custom control to hide your email address; here’s how it worksGurman: ‘Strongly believe’ Apple will launch a new external display for MacsApple releases first macOS 12.2 beta with new Music app to public testersmacOS keyboard shortcuts are confusing by default so I found a better way without appsApple quietly removes all references to CSAM scanning, but says nothing has changedApple releases long-awaited Swift Playgrounds 4 with the ability to create apps using iPad Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

iOS 15.2 is out with a bevy of interesting new features including the Apple Music Voice Plan and Legacy Contacts support. Apple launches a new app for Android this week in the form of the Tracker Detector for identifying nearby AirTags. Universal Control is officially delayed and the tvOS 15.2 has a few cool surprises inside. Plus, Zac has an update in the ongoing iCloud Photos saga. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Sponsored by Ladder: Go to Ladder.com/HappyHour today to see if you're instantly approved. Sponsored by ALOGIC: Get 10% off ALOGIC"S new BLAZE Docks & Hubs with code ALOGIC10. Enter the MacBook Pro giveaway. Sponsored by Headspace: You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple. Go to Headspace.com/MAC for a one-month free trial. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More Apple Music’s Siri-controlled Voice Plan launching in iOS 15.2 for $4.99/month[Update: Now available] Apple Music’s Siri-controlled Voice Plan launching in iOS 15.2 for $4.99/monthComment: Will Universal Control meet the same fate as AirPower?How to pass on your data to loved ones with iPhone Digital Legacy featureApple University dean graduates to startup life, leaving the company after 13 yearsApple’s ambitious Universal Control feature for Mac and iPad delayed until spring 2022Apple alleviates Android user concerns with ‘Tracker Detect’ app to locate nearby AirTagsApple updates macOS Monterey with SharePlay, MagSafe charging fix, and moreApple releases iOS 15.2, watchOS 8.3, and tvOS 15.2 to all users Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

It’s storytime with Zac leading into a discussion about just how hard it can be to keep backups of iCloud Photos. Meanwhile, Apple avoids the Epic deadline, launches hotel keys in Apple Wallet and Ming-Chi Kuo releases some specs for the upcoming AR/VR Apple headset. Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Sponsored by ExpressVPN: Take back your Internet privacy today and get 3 months free with a 1-year package at ExpressVPN.com/HappyHour. Sponsored by Overland: Don’t wait another day to slip into something way more comfortable. Get the best, highest-quality sheepskin slippers on the market at Overland.com/HAPPYHOUR. You’ll get free shipping and free returns. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More Apple releases updated iOS 15.2 RC and macOS 12.1 RC builds to developers [U]Kuo: Apple’s mixed reality headset to have advanced hand gesture detectionApple granted delay in complying with App Store changes required by Epic rulingApple launches support for keys in Apple Wallet, starting with six Hyatt hotelsiOS 15.2 shows a service history of repaired parts in your iPhoneKuo: First Apple AR/VR headset weighs about 350 grams, lighter second-gen model already in development Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

Apple celebrates the Best Apps of the Year but Apple Music Unwrapped remains non-existent. Zac and Benjamin discuss Ming Chi Kuo’s proclamation that Apple wants to replace the iPhone with AR within a decade, and discuss some possible improvements to how the iPhone handles mirroring notifications to the Apple Watch. Sponsored by Upstart: Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to Upstart.com/HAPPYHOUR. Sponsored by Prisoner Wine: Go to ThePrisonerWine.com/HAPPYHOUR for 20% off plus shipping included on your first purchase - get it in time for the Holidays. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Sponsored by Raycon: Get 15% off your order when you go to BuyRaycon.com/HappyHour. It's such a good deal you'll want to grab a pair and a spare. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More This simple change would make my Apple Watch way less annoyingApple Music Replay 2021: How to find your top songs, artists, albums, and moreSpotify Wrapped 2021 is live: Here’s how to find your year-in-review and moreApple celebrates 15 years of fighting AIDS with (RED), launches new faces for Apple WatchNew images show AirPods prototype with translucent design, moreBeats Studio Buds get first limited-edition design in partnership with UnionGroup FaceTime is wrecking my Mac on macOS MontereyReport: Apple headset to be announced in 2022 but getting one might take longerReport: Apple still working on multi-device charger, a future where all devices ‘can charge each other’Kuo: Apple plans to replace the iPhone with AR in 10 yearsKuo: Apple’s AR headset to launch in 2022 with Mac-level computing power, will operate without the iPhone Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour or shop 9to5Mac Merch!

Benjamin finally has time to share his hands-on thoughts with his new 16-inch MacBook Pro. Meanwhile, Apple reportedly has an aggressive timeline for its autonomous car project, and the company is suing the NSO Group for repeated state-sponsored iPhone spyware hacks. Happy Thanksgiving! Sponsored by Simply Mac: The Simply Mac Black Friday sale is on, offering savings of up to 50% on a whole range of Apple products and accessories – with child and adult Segway scooters thrown into the mix! Sponsored by Hyper: Get 30% off site wide when you shop at Hyper for Black Friday. Also, don't miss out on doorbuster discounts up to 60% off while supplies last. Sponsored by Prisoner Wine: Go to ThePrisonerWine.com/HAPPYHOUR for 20% off plus shipping included on your first purchase - get it in time for the Holidays. Sponsored by Ladder: Go to Ladder.com/HappyHour today to see if you're instantly approved. Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More Thanksgiving Tech Support: Essential tips to assist friends and family during the holidaysGift Guide: Photography and videography gifts for iPhone usersApple TV+ debuts new content a day early for Thanksgiving, including ‘Twas The Fight Before Christmas’ documentaryBest Black Friday 2021 Apple Deals: AirPods 3 hit $155, Apple Watch SE $219, more9to5Mac Gift Guide: Smart health/fitness devices from $60Apple will alert customers who may have been targeted by NSOApple delays support for storing your ID in the Wallet app until 20229to5Mac Gift Guide: Must-have Apple accessories for your devices Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

Mayo’s new laptop has arrived but he’s not quite ready to talk about it yet. Apple surprises everyone with the announcement of a new self-service repair program coming next year. Apple follows up on macro mode for iPhone 13 with much-welcomed refinements in iOS 15.2. And Twitter wants Services revenue, but also opens the floodgates for third-party clients to exist and — possibly — thrive. Sponsored by Overland: So don’t wait another day to slip into something way more comfortable. Get the best, highest-quality sheepskin slippers on the market at Overland.com/HAPPYHOUR. You’ll get free shipping and free returns. Sponsored by Headspace: You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple. Go to Headspace.com/MAC for a one-month free trial. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More iOS 15.2 beta no longer disables Face ID on iPhone 13 after screen replacementApple releases iOS 15.1.1 with fixes for dropped calls on iPhone 12 and 13You can now search within Apple Music playlists in iOS 15.2Apple launches ‘Self Service Repair,’ allowing you to do your own iPhone screen repairs and moreApple Music app arrives on LG smart TVsApple developing new ‘SportsKit’ framework as it invests in sports content for Apple TVWhat’s new in iOS 15.2 beta 3? Macro mode tweaks, Apple Arcade, moreTweetbot for iOS adds support for limiting replies to tweets, creating pollsWhatsApp developing universal macOS and iPadOS app with CatalystSafari Technology Preview updated with 120Hz scrolling support on new MacBook ProTwitter makes its new API default for developers; Top Articles now available on iOSAmazon releases native Prime Video app for macOS with purchase support and more Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

Benjamin is still waiting for his new laptop, but it’s getting closer. Meanwhile, every tech company in Silicon Valley is giving them away. Zac tries out the AirPods 3. Tim Cook provides some surprising opinions on cryptocurrency. And, Apple is trying to use Keynote decks as holiday card templates. Sponsored by DEVONtechnologies: Get a 10% discount on DEVONthink 3 or upgrades to it with the coupon code "9to5mac-2021” on the DEVONtechnologies website. Sponsored by Raycon: Get 15% off your order when you go to BuyRaycon.com/HappyHour. It's such a good deal you'll want to grab a pair and a spare. Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Sponsored by Upstart: Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to Upstart.com/HAPPYHOUR. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More Hands-on: iOS 15.2 beta 2 changes and features – Legacy Contact, Hide My Email, and more [Video]What’s new in iOS 15.2 beta 2: Legacy Contacts, Find My updates, more [U: Public beta too]Apple launches Apple Business Essentials: Device management, storage, onsite repairs, and more for one monthly priceJudge denies Apple’s request to delay App Store changes in Epic games caseJohnson & Johnson CEO Alex Gorsky joins Apple’s board of directorsApple TV app gets new sidebar on iPad and dedicated Store tab with iOS 15.2 beta 2Jony Ive still collaborating with team at Apple, ‘LoveFrom’ name inspired by Steve JobsNetflix launches its first selection of games on iPhone and iPad, sign up using Apple In-App PurchaseApple debuts annual Holiday Gift Guide: ‘Let the holidays be for everyone’Tim Cook says he owns cryptocurrency, Apple ‘looking’ at it for Apple PayHere’s why Twitter, Uber, and more are giving fully loaded M1 Max MacBook Pros to engineers Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week on Happy Hour, Zac had a chance to see the new MacBook Pro in person. Benjamin is still waiting (impatiently) for his to arrive. We also have Apple Silicon iMac Pro rumors to discuss, and some App Store policy news with Craig Federighi giving his propaganda presentation on the perils of app sideloading at the Web Summit. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Sponsored by ExpressVPN: Take back your Internet privacy today and get 3 months free with a 1-year package at ExpressVPN.com/HappyHour. Sponsored by MacUpdater: Keep all your software up-to-date effortlessly. Download MacUpdater at corecode.io/happyhour. Get 10% off by using HAPPYHOURQ3 at checkout. Sponsored by Survivor: Protect your iPhone 13 w/ Survivors new MagSafe collection and enter to win the iPhone 13 Pro. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More New Tom Hanks movie ‘Finch’ now available to watch on Apple TV+Craig Federighi vehemently speaks out against iPhone sideloading in Web Summit keynote: ‘Sideloading is a cybercriminal’s best friend’Apple debuts new original podcast, the true crime series ‘Hooked’Netflix launches gaming service exclusively on Android, but iOS support is ‘on the way’Hands-on with Apple’s fresh new HomePod mini colorsMacBook Pro Diary: M1 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro first impressionsReport: iPhone and Apple Watch to add new ‘crash detection’ feature that auto-dials 911Leaker claims iMac Pro with M1 Pro/M1 Max chips, ProMotion mini-LED display, and more slated for first half of 2022 Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week on 9to5Mac, Zac and Ben discuss new additions with iOS 15.1 and macOS Monterey, Zac's thoughts on his new Apple Watch Series 7, and reviews of the new MacBook Pros. Sponsored by Ladder: Go to Ladder.com/HappyHour today to see if you're instantly approved. Sponsored by Notion: Go to Notion.so and use promo code HAPPYHOUR to get $250 off its annual team plan. That’s multiple months free for your growing team. Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More Smooth 120Hz scrolling not currently supported by many Mac apps, including SafariApple TV app to launch on Xfinity, Sky Q, and other Comcast platforms, expanding Apple TV+ reachApple releases Safari 15.1 with classic tab design for macOS Big Sur and CatalinaiOS 15.2 beta features redesigned Notification SummaryYou can now listen to Apple Music on PlayStation 5macOS Monterey is now available, here’s why you should updateHands-on: The new 14-inch MacBook Pro is a stunning return to formiOS 15.1 is now available, here’s why you should update Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week on Happy Hour, Benjamin and Zac break down everything that was announced at the October 2021 Apple event, including the bizarre Apple Music Voice Plan, new AirPods and HomePod mini colors. But the stars of the show are the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro sporting the latest-generation Apple Silicon chips. Sponsored by Upstart: Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to Upstart.com/HAPPYHOUR. Sponsored by Headspace: You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple. Go to Headspace.com/MAC for a one-month free trial. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Read More Apple Music Apple launches new $5 ‘Voice Plan’ for accessing Apple Music exclusively with SiriCheaper Apple Music: What is the Apple Music Voice Plan? HomePod mini and AirPods 3 AirPods 3 improvements include better in-ear detectionApple cuts AirPods 2 price to $129 following introduction of redesigned AirPods 3AirPods 3 pricing and availability: From $179, pre-order from todayApple unveils HomePod mini in new colors: yellow, blue, and orange M1 Pro/Max Geekbench shows M1 Max offers up to 181% faster graphics than previous 16-inch MacBook ProApple unveils next-generation M1 Pro and M1 Max chips for new MacsNew M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pro support up to four external displays New 14" and 16" MacBook Pros Here’s how the new 14″ and 16″ MacBook Pro compare to other MacBook modelsComment: Why the worst thing about the MacBook Pro is good news for everyoneMacBook Pro SD card slot supports UHS-II, but not UHS-III or SD ExpressNew MacBook Pro tidbits: size and weight, benchmarks, HDMI 2.0 limitations, moreApple announces 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro: new design, display notch, 120Hz, M1 Pro chip, HDMI, MagSafe, more Listen to more Happy Hour Episodes Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceApple @ WorkAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace ExploredRapid Unscheduled Discussions Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!