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HomePod 27.2 hands-on: default wireless speaker for Mac, Sound Glow and more [Video] Original
iOS 27.2 and its corresponding updates for the HomePod lineup bring several key new features to Apple’s smart speakers. The most exciting update? The ability to finally use your HomePod as the default sound output for your Mac.
9to5Mac Overtime 087: Happy iPhone Duo day Original
Play Jeff interviews Fernando about his first 24 hours with the iPhone Duo, covering everything from initial impressions to how it works as a phone versus a tablet, how it compares to the iPad mini, and, of course, the crease. Does he plan on keeping it as a daily driver? Join us for a realistic take on Apple’s radical departure from the standard iPhone form factor. Sponsored by Rokform: Get your iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo cases today for 20% off when using code MAC2026.
iOS Decoded: iOS 27.2 RC – hands-on w/ HomePod Sound Glow, TV profiles, Apple TV Home Theater assets, more [Video]
In this episode of iOS Decoded, we take the HomePod’s new Sound Glow feature for a test drive and try out the new Lock Controls feature to prevent accidental activation of its top cap. We also go hands-on with other changes, like the handy new profiles option for the TV app and Suggested Actions for Messages. Further, we take a look at and listen to some of the assets and sounds from Apple TV’s new surround-sound Home Theater functionality.
9to5Mac Overtime 086: Apple’s smart home reboot Original
Jeff and Fernando discuss Apple’s smart home reboot, including the new $299 Apple HomeView, HomePod mini 2, Apple TV 4K, and Apple Home Collection lineup. Sponsored by Rokform: Get your iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo cases today for 20% off when using code MAC2026. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
9to5Mac Overtime 085: Here comes the HomePad Original
Join Jeff and Fernando as they dive into Apple’s upcoming ‘Welcome Home’ event and the highly anticipated launch of the HomePad, Apple’s new smart hub featuring a built-in speaker and display. They also discuss the latest iOS 27.2 code leaks, revealing fresh details about upcoming second-party smart home products from LG and more. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
Apple killed the Mac mini’s best hidden feature [Video]
With the release of the M6 Mac mini and its more powerful M5 Pro counterpart, Apple quietly killed off one of the machine’s most compelling features. While both new Mac mini models look like their predecessors from the outside, Apple nixed the hidden feature that made the previous-generation Mac mini an incredible value. When it first launched, the M4 Mac mini provided a huge bang for the buck.
Apple killed the Mac mini’s best hidden feature [Video]
With the release of the M6 Mac mini and its more powerful M5 Pro counterpart, Apple quietly killed off one of the machine’s most compelling features. While both new Mac mini models look like their predecessors from the outside, Apple nixed the hidden feature that made the previous-generation Mac mini an incredible value. When it first launched, the M4 Mac mini provided a huge bang for the buck.
macOS 27 just fixed the most annoying problem for third-party HDR displays Original
I’m in the middle of testing Dell’s 32-inch UltraSharp U3226Q, and my thoughts so far are extremely positive. The picture quality of this OLED panel is impressive, especially when HDR is enabled in macOS. I’ll have a full hands-on review of the UltraSharp on our YouTube channel. Meanwhile, I wanted to note a key improvement Apple introduced in macOS 27 regarding HDR support.
9to5Mac Overtime 084: iPhone 18 Pro – a fantastic pro camera experience
Jeff and Fernando share their excitement about the iPhone 18 Pro’s camera capabilities and explore whether it could truly replace a mirrorless camera for both photography and videography. Plus, they weigh in on whether you should buy the iPhone 18 Pro now or hold out for the iPhone Duo. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
9to5Mac Overtime 083: iPod Shuffle vibes Original
The Overtime team discusses Apple’s rumored screenless fitness tracker and explores why it’s so compelling. Fernando also shares his hands-on experience with the iPhone 18 Pro, the new Apple Watch Series 12, and the Apple Watch Ultra 4. Plus, they cover some disappointing news regarding aftermarket SSD upgrades for the M6 Mac mini. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
macOS 27 Top Features: much more than just Siri AI [Video] Original
Although Apple’s revamped personal assistant is no doubt the headlining feature in macOS 27 Golden Gate, there are many other new features and refinements in this year’s update that don’t involve Siri AI. Read our post as I cherry-pick a few of my favorite new macOS 27 updates, and be sure to watch our video as I walk through them all. App icon revamp macOS 27 changes almost all of the built-in app icons in some way, with a few icons like Siri, Preview, and Chess undergoing complete redesigns.
macOS 27: Siri AI top features – Apple’s assistant finally comes to life [Video] Original
Wait a minute… Is Siri on the Mac good now? It only took a decade, but with this week’s launch of macOS 27 Golden Gate, Siri has finally come to life on the Mac. It’s still in beta, and it’s not perfect, but the update represents a much improved and highly integrated experience that takes into account personal context while prioritizing privacy. Watch my full video as I walk through the top macOS 27 features: Siri AI edition, and be sure to subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more videos.
9to5Mac Overtime 082: Origins of the Apple Store w/ special guest Ron Johnson
Former Apple SVP of Retail Ron Johnson joins Overtime to discuss his new book, Shop Different: How Retail Revealed Apple’s Genius. Ron talks about the early days of the Apple Store, what it was like collaborating with Steve Jobs, the launch of the original iPhone, why he left Apple to be CEO of JCPenney, where he thinks Apple retail stands today, and, of course, his take on the iPhone Duo.
9to5Mac Overtime 082: Origins of the Apple Store w/ special guest Ron Johnson
Play Former Apple SVP of Retail Ron Johnson joins Overtime to discuss his new book, Shop Different: How Retail Revealed Apple’s Genius. Ron talks about the early days of the Apple Store, what it was like collaborating with Steve Jobs, the launch of the original iPhone, why he left Apple to be CEO of JCPenney, where he thinks Apple retail stands today, and, of course, his take on the iPhone Duo.
9to5Mac Overtime 081: iPhone Duo thoughts and impressions Original
Play Jeff and Fernando discuss their initial thoughts and impressions of the iPhone Duo, Apple’s first foldable smartphone. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Register for the free, virtual Open Source Security Summit on September 17, featuring cybersecurity leaders David Sanger and Joseph Menn — and check out Bitwarden for trusted open source password, passkey, and secrets management, with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices.
9to5Mac Overtime 080: Six new Apple products Original
Play Fernando connects from IFA in Berlin to discuss Apple’s forthcoming iPhone Ultra, alongside the five other products that will be announced at this Wednesday’s Surprise and Shine event.
How to run Mario Kart 64 with native Metal rendering, high frame rate, and HD textures on iPhone [Video] Original
Love Mario Kart 64 and want to play it on iPhone? You may have tried Delta or another N64 emulator in the past to make that happen. And while that works, it’s now possible to run the classic cart racer with native Metal rendering on iPhone. As we’ll discuss in this video and post, running Mario Kart 64 with native Metal rendering presents several key advantages over running the same game via an emulator.
9to5Mac Overtime 079: The $899 Mac mini Original
Jeff and Fernando delve into the $899 Mac mini, comparing the outgoing M4 model and the new M6 Mac mini. They also discuss the new M5 Pro Mac mini and Apple’s new Mac Studio desktops equipped with M5 Max and M5 Ultra SoCs. Finally, the duo previews Apple’s upcoming ‘Surprise and Shine’ iPhone event. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
Hands-On: Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock – a significant speed boost [Video] Original
The Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock, the follow-up to the similarly named Echo 20 Thunderbolt 4 SuperDock (review), lets you add tons of I/O to your Mac via a single Thunderbolt cable, and brings several noteworthy improvements for those looking to upgrade or future-proof their Mac setups. Perfect for both laptops like the MacBook Pro, and desktop machines like the just-announced M5 Pro Mac mini, the Echo 21 SuperDock adds a vast array of I/O to these machines.
9to5Mac Overtime 077: Smart glasses are the future Original
Even Realities CEO, Will Wang, joins Overtime to talk about his history with Apple, why Silicon Valley is no longer the place for hardware innovations, insights into the Apple supply chain and China, the Even Realities G2, privacy challenges, and why smart glasses are the future of tech. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
9to5Mac Overtime 076: Native retro games on iPhone Original
Fernando discusses his Pokémon 3D Mod on Mac, and Jeff shares his experience running a native port of Mario Kart 64 on iPhone. The guys also discuss why tech can feel less exciting than it used to, and share their thoughts on using the same device for many years. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
9to5Mac Overtime 075: Thoughts on Apple Upgrade Original
Fernando and Jeff discuss Apple Upgrade in depth, including Apple’s motivation, the major players involved, how it may affect the used and refurbished market, and how it might open up the company’s upcoming foldable iPhone to a much wider audience. • Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring an Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence.
Review: This Asus ProArt 4K display has several features that separate it from the pack [Video] Original
The Asus ProArt PA27UCGE is a 27-inch 4K display with a few tricks up its sleeve that set it apart from a crowded monitor market. It begins with its high frame rate support, up to 160Hz, which is great for fluid web browsing, gaming, and video editing. It also features an optional monitor hood to help mitigate ambient light, and a built-in motorized colorimeter for scheduled calibration.
9to5Mac Overtime 074: Apple’s foldable iPhone Original
Fernando and Jeff discuss Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 event in depth, including hands-on experience with Samsung’s newest foldable form factor, the pros and cons of the new 4:3 aspect ratio, efforts to address the crease issue, and what this all means for Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone.
9to5Mac Overtime 073: iOS 27 Public Beta
Jeff and Fernando discuss the iOS 27 Public Beta, some of their favorite new iOS 27 new features, and whether or not people should consider installing it on their main device. The pair also talks about ChatGPT vs Siri AI, OpenAI vs Apple, the end of carrier-financed unlocked iPhones, and nine upcoming new emoji.
9to5Mac Overtime 073: iOS 27 Public Beta
Jeff and Fernando discuss the iOS 27 Public Beta, some of their favorite new iOS 27 new features, and whether or not people should consider installing it on their main device. The pair also talks about ChatGPT vs Siri AI, OpenAI vs Apple, the end of carrier-financed unlocked iPhones, and nine upcoming new emoji.
9to5Mac Overtime 072: Apple Watch and the new Siri Original
Jeff and Fernando discuss the new Siri experience on Apple Watch, new Siri features on iOS 27, our Apple Watch feature wish list, enhancements to Messages on iPhone, and the state of social media in 2026. • Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring an Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence.
9to5Mac Overtime 071: A weird time for Apple
Fernando and Jeff discuss CarPlay on iOS 27, experience with the Rivian R1S on a road trip, why you might consider buying an iPhone 17 Pro right now instead of waiting for the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Wallet and Amex Membership Rewards points, Apple’s dramatic hardware price increases, and the idea of getting more out of older technology.
9to5Mac Overtime 071: A weird time for Apple Original
Fernando and Jeff discuss CarPlay on iOS 27, experience with the Rivian R1S on a road trip, why you might consider buying an iPhone 17 Pro right now instead of waiting for the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Wallet and Amex Membership Rewards points, Apple’s dramatic hardware price increases, and the idea of getting more out of older technology.
The best way to run macOS Tahoe and Golden Gate on the same Mac [Video]
If you’re curious to try macOS Golden Gate while it’s still in beta, I highly recommend installing it on a separate APFS volume instead of your main volume. Installing macOS 27 on your main volume would replace macOS Tahoe, leaving you at the mercy of any bugs or compatibility issues that arise with the software and hardware you use. Unlike iOS and iPadOS betas, macOS betas can pose a greater risk due to the complexity of macOS, which includes support for legacy software and hardware.
How to create a macOS Golden Gate USB install drive [Video] Original
In this hands-on guide, I’ll show you how to transform a USB drive into a macOS Golden Gate USB installer. Having access to a macOS Golden Gate USB installer is useful for upgrading from macOS Tahoe or earlier versions of macOS across multiple Macs, among other use cases. Have a look at my full hands-on video walkthrough, and be sure to subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more Mac guides and tutorials.
I tested 200+ iOS 27 features and changes, here are 10 of my favorites [Video]
I recently explored and tested over 200 new features in the iOS 27 beta, but in this post, I’ve distilled that list down to 10 of my favorite new features for iPhone. From Journal app writing prompts and section links in Notes, to much-improved 3D buildings in Apple Maps, iOS 27 is packed with awesome new enhancements. Subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more iOS 27 videos If you find yourself lost for words while journaling, the new writing prompts feature can help.
I tested 200+ iOS 27 features and changes, here are 10 of my favorites [Video]
I recently explored and tested over 200 new features in the iOS 27 beta, but in this post, I’ve distilled that list down to 10 of my favorite new features for iPhone. From Journal app writing prompts and section links in Notes, to much-improved 3D buildings in Apple Maps, iOS 27 is packed with awesome new enhancements.
9to5Mac Overtime 070: The Siri Redemption Tour
Is Siri really good this time? Fernando and Jeff talk about some of their favorite iOS 27 beta features, along with a deep dive into the key new Siri AI features, changes, updates, and optimizations. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts and our YouTube channel for more.
9to5Mac Overtime 070: The Siri Redemption Tour
Is Siri really good this time? Fernando and Jeff talk about some of their favorite iOS 27 beta features, along with a deep dive into the key new Siri AI features, changes, updates, and optimizations. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts and our YouTube channel for more. • 200+ New iOS 27 beta changes and features
9to5Mac Overtime 068: You were right to push back on that
Jeff and Fernando chat about iOS 27 impressive new accessibility features, alongside a discussion on what Apple should do to regain user trust with regard to Siri. Should Siri be completely rebranded? The duo discusses five key features they hope Siri will have when it’s revealed at WWDC 2026. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
Blackmagic Camera app for iOS updated to version 3.3, headlined by Apple Watch companion
MacHash is your real-time Apple news aggregator, delivering the latest headlines on Apple, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iOS from top sources across the web. As a powerful content discovery platform, MacHash continuously curates breaking news, product announcements, software updates, reviews, and industry insights related to Apple Inc. and its ecosystem. MacHash helps you stay informed on everything from macOS and iOS developments to Apple Watch, AirPods, and the latest in tech and app innovation.
Blackmagic Camera app for iOS updated to version 3.3, headlined by Apple Watch companion
Ahead of NAB 2026, Blackmagic Design has launched its latest update to the Blackmagic Camera app. The video-focused mobile application gives video shooters far more control over the iPhone’s cameras than the stock iOS Camera app, and the new version 3.3 update continues to build on this. A new companion app for Apple Watch headlines the changes, serving as a wrist-bound control element.
9to5Mac Overtime 066: Every time I breathe there’s a new Claude update
MacHash is your real-time Apple news aggregator, delivering the latest headlines on Apple, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iOS from top sources across the web. As a powerful content discovery platform, MacHash continuously curates breaking news, product announcements, software updates, reviews, and industry insights related to Apple Inc. and its ecosystem. MacHash helps you stay informed on everything from macOS and iOS developments to Apple Watch, AirPods, and the latest in tech and app innovation.
9to5Mac Overtime 066: Every time I breathe there’s a new Claude update
Jeff unpacks his surprising journey from AI skeptic to enthusiast, sharing how he now uses tools like Claude Code to build custom solutions. Fernando provides an honest opinion about the new AirPods Max versus AirPods Pro 3, and a one-month check-in on the MacBook Neo. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin.
9to5Mac Overtime 065: Untelling parts of the story w/ special guest David Pogue
David Pogue, a CBS News Sunday Morning correspondent, joins Overtime to discuss his new book, “Apple: The First 50 Years.” Pogue, a former Macworld and New York Times columnist, shares insights into the writing process, interviews with key past and present Apple employees, and offers his thoughts on former CEO Steve Jobs and current CEO Tim Cook.
9to5Mac Overtime 063: The new standard
MacHash is your real-time Apple news aggregator, delivering the latest headlines on Apple, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iOS from top sources across the web. As a powerful content discovery platform, MacHash continuously curates breaking news, product announcements, software updates, reviews, and industry insights related to Apple Inc. and its ecosystem. MacHash helps you stay informed on everything from macOS and iOS developments to Apple Watch, AirPods, and the latest in tech and app innovation.
9to5Mac Overtime 063: The new standard
Fernando and Jeff talk MacBook Neo impressions. The conclusion? The MacBook Neo isn’t necessarily about raw power or specs, it’s all about redefining what the new standard for a budget laptop should be. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts and our YouTube channel for more.
9to5Mac Overtime 062: MacBook Neo lets the iPad be an iPad
Episode 062: First thoughts on MacBook Neo, including advantages, compromises, and how it fits into the Apple ecosystem. Fernando and Jeff argue that the MacBook Neo could be the best budget laptop of all time. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts and our YouTube channel for more.
The Blackmagic Camera ProDock is one of the best iPhone accessories for video shooters
MacHash is your real-time Apple news aggregator, delivering the latest headlines on Apple, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iOS from top sources across the web. As a powerful content discovery platform, MacHash continuously curates breaking news, product announcements, software updates, reviews, and industry insights related to Apple Inc. and its ecosystem. MacHash helps you stay informed on everything from macOS and iOS developments to Apple Watch, AirPods, and the latest in tech and app innovation.
Blackmagic Camera ProDock - one of the best iPhone accessories - 9to5Mac
I recently got my hands on the Blackmagic Camera ProDock and used it to build out a production-ready iPhone camera rig. With a single USB-C cable, I was able to connect an external SSD, wireless microphone, HDMI monitor, and an Ethernet adapter to my iPhone 16 Pro Max. It all comes together courtesy of the Blackmagic Camera ProDock, a $295 iPhone accessory announced alongside the iPhone 17 Pro last September.
9to5Mac Overtime
A recap of iOS 26.4 Beta 2, the upcoming touchscreen MacBook Pro, Jeff and Fernando are impressed by the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s new Privacy Display feature, 1Password vs. Apple Passwords, and the subscriptions we can’t live without. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts and our YouTube channel for more.
9to5Mac Overtime 061: One of those innovations that I hope Apple copies
Apple Wallet adds time-saving iOS 26 credit card feature, here’s how to use it Apple’s Wallet app received a variety of great features in iOS 26, but one of my favorites is a convenient new way to manage and access credit cards. Here’s how to use it. iOS 26 expands systemwide AutoFill to support credit cards I try to avoid manually typing in credit cards details as much as …
iOS 26.4 beta 2 changes and features: hints at upcoming upgrades [Video]
Although it lacked the much-anticipated new Google Gemini-powered Siri features, the initial iOS 26.4 beta release was still jam-packed with new changes. As a result, we showcased over 40 new updates in our iOS 26.4 Beta 1 walkthrough. The second iOS 26.4 Beta doesn’t include nearly as many changes, but there are still several new additions and updates to consider. There’s also some interesting under-the-hood stuff that hasn’t been discussed yet.
9to5Mac Overtime 060: The perfect testbed for cellular Macs
MacHash is your real-time Apple news aggregator, delivering the latest headlines on Apple, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iOS from top sources across the web. As a powerful content discovery platform, MacHash continuously curates breaking news, product announcements, software updates, reviews, and industry insights related to Apple Inc. and its ecosystem. MacHash helps you stay informed on everything from macOS and iOS developments to Apple Watch, AirPods, and the latest in tech and app innovation.
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