9to5Mac Happy Hour

This week on Happy Hour 9to5tMac’s Benjamin and Taylor discuss a bevy of recent iPad rumors, look back on a decade of the selfie, evaluate the new lineup of Apple Watch International bands, and discuss the new features and changes in iOS 15 beta 2. Sponsored by WALTR PRO for Mac: Make it easy to transfer virtually any file (in any format) to your iPhone, iPad, iPod, and now, HomePod. Get 30% off now. 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 She's Birdie: Right now, She's Birdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to ShesBirdie.com/HAPPYHOUR. Editor’s note: This week Taylor’s original audio file was lost and the backup file was required. Quality will resume as normally next week. Follow Taylor Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More Apple releases iOS 15 public beta with SharePlay, Focus, and much moreApple releasing watchOS 8 public beta for Apple Watch users later todayHow to install the iOS 15 public beta or developer betaWant the new international Apple Watch faces? Download them all with these App ClipsHands-on: Apple’s new limited-edition international watch bands are a gorgeous way to show your love of countryHere’s how to install the macOS Monterey public betaOver a decade of selfies, starting with Apple’s iPhone 4Should you install the iOS 15 public beta? Here’s what to considerReport: Apple to release 10.86-inch OLED iPad Air next year, OLED iPad Pro in 2023Screen sharing on Windows with FaceTime link can be done with OBS and its VirtualCam plug-in. Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace Explored Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week on Happy Hour, 9to5Mac's Benjamin and Taylor give their thoughts on the redesigned Safari across iPhone, iPad, and Mac after a few weeks of getting accustomed to the new versions. There’s also a lot of antitrust regulatory news to cover … and iOS 15 beta 2 interrupts the show. Sponsored by Magic Spoon: Go to magicspoon.com/happyhour to grab a variety pack and try it today! Be sure to use code HAPPYHOUR at checkout. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Follow Zac Hall @9to5taylor Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More First look: New ‘Portraits’ Watch Face now available in watchOS 8 beta 2SharePlay now working on iOS 15 beta 2 – here’s a first lookHere’s what’s new in iOS 15 beta 2 and iPadOS 15 beta 2Apple releases watchOS 8 beta 2 to developersApple releases iOS 15 beta 2 and iPadOS 15 beta 2 to developersReport: Tim Cook called Nancy Pelosi and other members of Congress to warn against antitrust legislationApple Fitness+ announces new Time to Walk workout series starting June 28Apple continues crackdown on leaks, sends warning letters to prominent sourcesHouse committee approves bill which poses significant antitrust threat to Apple Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace Explored Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week 9to5Mac's Benjamin and Zac discuss the long-awaited release of Apple Podcast Subscriptions, Spatial Audio in Apple Music, the new Beats Studio Buds, and rumors about upcoming new Apple devices. Sponsored by WALTR PRO for Mac: Make it easy to transfer virtually any file (in any format) to your iPhone, iPad, iPod and now, HomePod. Get 30% off now. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Sponsored by Mint Mobile: To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE go to MintMobile.com/HappyHour. Follow Zac Hall @ apollozac.com Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More iPadOS 15 brings the App Library to dock, but here’s how to disable itHands-on: Here’s how Apple Podcasts Subscriptions and channels work on iPhoneApple’s newest Safari Technology Preview brings macOS Monterey features to Big SurOpinion: Focus is the most important feature in iOS 15; here’s how I’m using itiPadOS 15: Hands-on with Apple’s Weather app for iPadComment: tvOS 15 is a small update, but it brings two important new features to Apple TVHands-on: Here’s what’s new and different with the redesigned Safari in macOS MontereyImages show unreleased Apple Watch Series 5 Edition in a black ceramic finish Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace Explored Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week 9to5Mac's Benjamin and Zac break down everything that happened at this week’s WWDC keynote, with first impressions of iOS 15, watchOS 8, tvOS 15, and macOS Monterey — as well as Apple’s latest announcements in the health, fitness, and smart home space. Sponsored by MacStadium: MacStadium is the leading provider of enterprise-class cloud solutions for Mac and iOS app development. Save 50% on your first two months of a hosted Mac mini subscription from MacStadium, with code 9TO5MAC at checkout. Sponsored by CleanMyMac X: CleanMyMac X is the essential decluttering app for Mac. Get 5% off for a limited time. 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 TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Follow Zac Hall @ apollozac.com Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More WWDC Roundup: Here are six things Apple didn’t announce during WWDC 2021Apple reveals 12 winners of the 2021 Apple Design Awards, including Carrot Weather, Pok Pok Playroom, and League of LegendsM1X MacBook Pro referenced in metadata for Apple’s WWDC YouTube video watchOS 8 Hands-on: watchOS 8 brings major always-on display upgrades for third-party and Apple appsApple sets Apple Watch Activity Challenge for International Day of Yoga later this monthApple releases watchOS 8 beta 1 to developerswatchOS 8 for Apple Watch brings Photos improvements, mindfulness features, multiple timers, more iOS 15 Hands-on: iOS 15 brings an all-new Weather app with maps, animations, and moreHands-on: Here’s how iPhone’s Live Text OCR works in iOS 15iOS 15 tidbits: AirPrint overhaul, live locations in Find My, moreiOS 15: Here’s everything new in FaceTimeHands-on: Here’s how the new iPhone Focus mode works in iOS 15 iPadOS 15 How to install the iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 developer betasiPadOS 15 and macOS Monterey bring Low Power Mode to iPad and Mac, here’s how to enable itiPadOS 15 coming to all iPads supported by iPadOS 14 this fall, here’s the full listTranslate app coming to iPadOS 15 with system-wide translations macOS Monterey Here’s how to install the macOS Monterey developer betaApple exec goes in-depth on Shortcuts for Mac in ‘Mac Power Users’ podcast interviewHands-on: macOS 12 brings new ‘Object Capture’ API for creating 3D models using iPhone cameramacOS Monterey enhances iPhone and iPad apps on M1 Macs with full-screen video, Apple Pay, more tvOS Apple details how Spatial Audio works on Apple TV with tvOS 15Comment: Apple almost forgot about tvOS 15, but here’s everything newApple announces updates to tvOS: SharePlay, “Hey Siri”, more Swift/xCode Apple engineer talks new Swift features and more in podcast interview following WWDC21Apple to begin releasing AirPods Pro firmware betas to developersPotential evidence of updated Intel-powered Mac Pro surfaces in Xcode betatvOS 15 lets you sign in to apps using Face ID on your iPhone Listen to more 9to5 Podcasts StacktraceAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace Explored Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week on Happy Hour 9to5Mac's Benjamin and Zac explore this week’s news including the delay of Podcasts Subscriptions, AirTags stalking, Apple’s new remote work policies for employees, and the ‘homeOS’ job listing. They then get hyped for WWDC next week. Sponsored by iMazing: 9to5Mac readers can download iMazing for 30% off a limited time. Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. Sponsored by Mint Mobile: To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE go to MintMobile.com/HappyHour Sponsored by Magic Spoon: Go to magicspoon.com/happyhour to grab a variety pack and try it today! Be sure to use code HAPPYHOUR at checkout. Follow Zac Hall @ apollozac.com Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Listen to more 9to5Mac Podcasts StacktraceAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace Explored Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

Zac and Benjamin close out the Apple/Epic trial, marvel at some amazing upcoming Apple Watch accessibility features, analyze the rumored thinner M1X Mac mini mockups, and give their hands-on impressions with the new M1 iPad Pro and the new Apple TV remote.  Sponsored by She's Birdie: Right now, She's Birdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to ShesBirdie.com/HAPPYHOUR. Sponsored by Magic Spoon: Go to magicspoon.com/happyhour to grab a variety pack and try it today! Be sure to use code HAPPYHOUR at checkout. Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Sponsored by Privacy: Take back control of your payments and get $5 to spend on your first purchase. Follow Zac Hall @ apollozac.com Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More iPad Pro/iPad OS iPadOS limits iPad Pro power: apps only able to use up to 5 GB RAM eachProcreate updated with better performance and more layers for M1 iPad Pro usersMacBook Pro Diary: I can’t wait for the M1X 16-inch MacBook Pro – but it will hurt!Halide developers detail new ultra-wide iPad Pro selfie camera, ‘hidden superpower’Comment: An iPadOS update is overdue, but it won’t change much for me New Apple TV 4K and Siri remote New Siri Remote support comes to Mac for presentations, media, more with Remote BuddyHands-on: Tips and tricks for using the Apple TV Siri remote to control your TV, receiver, and speakers WWDC 2021 Roundup: Everything Apple could announce at WWDC 2021Comment: The future of WWDC is almost certainly a hybrid online/offline event Accessibility Apple celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness with App Store, Fitness+, Shortcuts Gallery, moreApple SignTime service will connect Apple Store and Apple Support customers with interpretersDo Apple’s new accessibility features hint at UI changes for iOS 15? It’s possible Listen to more 9to5Mac Podcasts StacktraceAlphabet ScoopElectrekThe Buzz PodcastSpace Explored Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week on Happy Hour Zac and Benjamin break down all the announcements out of Apple Music this week, with Lossless and Spatial Audio. Plus, there’s a new 2021 Pride Band, rumors about upcoming Apple Silicon Macs, new truly wireless earbuds from Beats, and wishes for iPadOS 15 as we approach WWDC. Sponsored by ProClip USA: Save 10% on ProClip's tough and rugged MagSafe phone mounts with code 9to5. Sponsored by Magic Spoon: Go to magicspoon.com/happyhour to grab a variety pack and try it today! Be sure to use code HAPPYHOUR at checkout. Sponsored by Mint Mobile: To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE go to MintMobile.com/HappyHour Sponsored by Privacy: Take back control of your payments and get $5 to spend on your first purchase. 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.com Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More Craig Federighi begins testifying in Apple vs. Epic case, focuses on iPhone securityWhile on the App Store, Fortnite generated over $100M in revenue for AppleApple asks judge to dismiss Epic’s claim that iOS is an ‘essential facility’M1 iPad Pro reviews: Stunning Liquid Retina XDR display, but iPadOS limitations persistReview: Chipolo ONE Spot undercuts AirTags on price with robust Find My integration and a rugged designGoogle I/O 2021 Keynote Live Blog + News Hub: Assistant, Android 12, and moreM1 iPad Pro reviews: Stunning Liquid Retina XDR display, but iPadOS limitations persistComment: Apple Music Lossless Audio – what we do and don’t knowBloomberg: Apple paused development of larger Apple Silicon iMac to focus on 24-inch modelRedesigned iMac reviews: A beautiful and colorful design with stellar M1 performanceBloomberg: Apple prepares revamped MacBook Air with M1 successorBloomberg: Redesigned MacBook Pro coming as soon as this summer, up to 64GB RAM and 10-core chip Listen to more 9to5Mac Podcasts StacktraceAlphabet ScoopElectrekSpace Explored Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week on 9to5Mac's Happy Hour, Apple welcomes a new corporate communications chief, as the company draws criticism for a new high-profile hire. Zac and Benjamin also cover the latest in smart home Matters, AirTag hacks, and look forward to watchOS 8. 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. Follow Zac Hall @ apollozac.com Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

There’s a flurry of rumors this week about a new premium 'HiFi' tier for Apple Music and some disappointing news about the iPad mini. Zac and Benjamin also go hands-on with the AirTag, and Apple execs head to the courtroom. 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 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 Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

This week 9to5Mac's Zac Hall and Benjamin Mayo apologize for Apple Podcast's issues, explore the launch of App Tracking Transparency and the big new features in Apple's just released software updates. Then, they discuss the rumored software updates coming at WWDC. Sponsored by tomtoc: Get 360 protection for iPad and convenient storage for accessories with tomtoc's PadFolio case Sponsored by BetterHelp: As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/MacHappyHour. 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 Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Enjoy the podcast? Shop Apple at Amazon to support 9to5Mac Happy Hour!

*Editor's Note: We're republishing last week's episode to hopefully work around an Apple Podcasts bug in iOS 14.5. Zac and Benjamin break down Apple's April event and give their first impressions of all the announcements from purple iPhones to crazy new iMacs. 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 Mint Mobile: To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE go to MintMobile.com/HappyHour Sponsored by Privacy: Take back control of your payments and get $5 to spend on your first purchase. Sponsored by Sun Basket: Save $35 off your order when you go to sunbasket.com/happyhour and use promo code happyhour. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More Should you buy the new Apple TV 4K? Here’s how it compares to its predecessorYou can now order the AirTag and the purple iPhone 12, delivers April 30PSA: New 12.9-inch iPad Pro isn’t compatible with the older Magic KeyboardNew Siri Remote lacks accelerometer and gyroscope, affecting some Apple TV gamesHere’s how the new M1 iMac compares to the Intel iMacsRoundup: Hands-on with the new purple iPhone 12 [Videos]Apple execs explain how AirTag is ‘stalker-proof’ and whether you should use it to track petsHere’s how the new iPad Pro compares to the 2020 iPad ProLost AirTag can be read by any other NFC-enabled iPhone or Android deviceRansomware gang claims to have breached Apple contractor Quanta, threatening to release Mac product details

Zac and Benjamin break down Apple's April event and give their first impressions of all the announcements from purple iPhones to crazy new iMacs. 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 Mint Mobile: To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE go to MintMobile.com/HappyHour Sponsored by Privacy: Take back control of your payments and get $5 to spend on your first purchase. Sponsored by Sun Basket: Save $35 off your order when you go to sunbasket.com/happyhour and use promo code happyhour. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More Should you buy the new Apple TV 4K? Here’s how it compares to its predecessorYou can now order the AirTag and the purple iPhone 12, delivers April 30PSA: New 12.9-inch iPad Pro isn’t compatible with the older Magic KeyboardNew Siri Remote lacks accelerometer and gyroscope, affecting some Apple TV gamesHere’s how the new M1 iMac compares to the Intel iMacsRoundup: Hands-on with the new purple iPhone 12 [Videos]Apple execs explain how AirTag is ‘stalker-proof’ and whether you should use it to track petsHere’s how the new iPad Pro compares to the 2020 iPad ProLost AirTag can be read by any other NFC-enabled iPhone or Android deviceRansomware gang claims to have breached Apple contractor Quanta, threatening to release Mac product details

This week join 9to5Mac's Zac Hall and Benjamin Mayo to discuss Apple's upcoming Spring Loaded event, expectations for iPad Pro updates and Mac releases, iPhone 14 rumors, and much more. Sponsored by Privacy․com: Take back control of your payments and get $5 to spend on your first purchase. Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year! Sponsored by Twobird: — one inbox for all your tasks —Write emails, create notes, set reminders, view events, and collaborate live. Learn more about Twobird and download it for free at twobird.com. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More Another report claims iPhone 13 will use LTPO displays to enable ProMotion high-refresh rateApple brings its 24-hour music video channel to the UK and CanadaApple TV+ plans to increase rate of original film production, hires ex-WarnerMedia film executiveUS senators accuse Apple of ‘abruptly' refusing to participate in App Store antitrust hearingBloomberg: new 2021 iPad Pro coming later this monthApple chief compliance officer to appear at senate hearing on App Store antitrustBloomberg: Apple developing connected TV box with integrated HomePod speaker and FaceTime cameraConcept: Apple TV and HomePod would be a match made in tech heaven, here's what a mashup could look likePhoto reveals new spring colors for iPhone 12 MagSafe caseSiri says the next Apple event is on April 20: new iPad Pro expectedRoku unveils new remote with dedicated Apple TV+ button, 'find my remote' featureRumor: Leaked renders show strange new arrangement for iPhone 13 camerasApple announces Louis Armstrong documentaryApple announces special event for April 20: 'Spring Loaded'Get ready for Apple's April 20th event with these colorful wallpapersApple releases iOS 14.5 beta 8 to developers, public release expected soonKuo: 'iPhone 14' lineup in 2022 will not include 5.4-inch mini sizeKuo: iPhone 14 Pro to feature significant camera upgrades, including 48-megapixel sensor and 8K video recording2023 iPhones will feature under-display Face ID and periscope telephoto lens, according to Ming-Chi KuoKuo: Apple AR headset to include 15 camerasPhoto shows iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini notch, about ~30% smaller in widthiOS 14.5: Apple Podcasts now automatically detects a show's release scheduleLeaked photos reveal more new colors for Spring iPhone 12 MagSafe cases

This week join 9to5Mac's Zac Hall and Benjamin Mayo to discuss Zac's switch to the iPhone 12 mini, iPad mini leaks, Find My updates, Kara Swisher's interview with Tim Cook, and more. Sponsored by ALOGIC: 30% off the ALOGIC Rapid USB-C Wall Charger on Amazon [Amazon UK] and enter the iPad Pro giveaway. 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. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify Read More Smaller iPhone 13 notch pictured in dummy unitLeaker says new Apple Silicon iMac will feature an even larger display, exceeding 27 inchesApple Arcade gets hit iOS classics, NBA 2K21, many moreApple's spring accessory refresh expected soon, as supposed new MagSafe case colors leak [update]

Apple announces WWDC 2021 for June 7th and overhauls the selection of Siri voices with iOS 14.5 beta 6. There are also rumors of matte black iPhone 13s and a new rugged Apple Watch. Plus, the Apple TV remote leaks weren’t quite as they first seemed. Sponsored by Helix Sleep: Learn more and take the Helix Sleep quiz at helixsleep.com/9to5mac. Sponsored by Sun Basket: Save $35 off your order when you go to sunbasket.com/happyhour and use promo code happyhour. Follow Zac Hall @apollozac Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo Subscribe Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify Read More Bloomberg: Apple 'considering' new Apple Watch model with rugged casing, aimed at athletes Rumor: New matte black color option for iPhone 13 Pro, LiDAR-enhanced Portrait mode Leaker suggests AirTags could cost around $39 and be smaller than a Tile Pro Apple releases iOS 14.4.2 and iOS 12.5.2 to fix critical security vulnerability Stanford study finds Apple Watch can accurately assess ‘frailty’ using activity data Apple references unreleased iOS 15 and macOS 12 updates in WebKit code Concept: 50+ ways Apple could refine the iPhone experience with iOS 15 Photos: Apple Downtown Nashville celebrates grand opening Apple expanding Independent Repair Provider program to over 200 new countries Apple developing new Remote for the next-generation Apple TV Apple A15 chip for iPhone 13 will reportedly start production in May, 4nm chips in 2022 WWDC 2021 officially announced, iOS 15 expected You can now use your iPhone or Apple Watch as a contactless ticket for entry to Disney parks Show your developer pride with some WWDC21 wallpapers & watch faces With WWDC confirmed, catch up on our iOS 15, macOS 12, and watchOS 8 concepts here