Apple’s self-service repair surprise, Twitter Blue, macro updates




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Summary: 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!