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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Bloomberg: Apple 'considering' new Apple Watch model with rugged casing, aimed at athletesRumor: New matte black color option for iPhone 13 Pro, LiDAR-enhanced Portrait modeLeaker suggests AirTags could cost around $39 and be smaller than a Tile ProApple releases iOS 14.4.2 and iOS 12.5.2 to fix critical security vulnerabilityStanford study finds Apple Watch can accurately assess ‘frailty’ using activity dataApple references unreleased iOS 15 and macOS 12 updates in WebKit codeConcept: 50+ ways Apple could refine the iPhone experience with iOS 15Photos: Apple Downtown Nashville celebrates grand openingApple expanding Independent Repair Provider program to over 200 new countriesApple developing new Remote for the next-generation Apple TVApple A15 chip for iPhone 13 will reportedly start production in May, 4nm chips in 2022WWDC 2021 officially announced, iOS 15 expectedYou can now use your iPhone or Apple Watch as a contactless ticket for entry to Disney parksShow your developer pride with some WWDC21 wallpapers & watch facesWith WWDC confirmed, catch up on our iOS 15, macOS 12, and watchOS 8 concepts here

Zac and Benjamin touch on the state of iPad multitasking, Mac OS X turning 20 and its future, Apple accidentally breaking shared Shortcuts, HomePod and iPhone 13 rumors, and much more.

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Apple partners with Los Angeles restaurants to deliver free pizzas for season finale of 'Servant'

HomePod mini reportedly includes room temperature and humidity sensor, could be enabled through software update

Report: iPhone 13 on track for late September release date

iPhone 13 rumored to use LPTO displays from Samsung with 120Hz support

Apple launches new 'Apple Teacher Portfolio' and other tools for educators

Leaked image claims to show iPhone 13 front glass panels with smaller notch

Apple releases Pages, Numbers, and Keynote updates with precise editing controls, updated media browser, more

iOS code reveals ‘A14X’ processor ahead of rumored iPad Pro upgrades

New Apple Silicon iMacs referenced in latest macOS Big Sur 11.3 beta

Apple TV+ comedy Trying renewed for season three

Former Apple VP Scott Forstall celebrates the 20th anniversary of Mac OS X on Twitter

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This week on Happy Hour 9to5Mac's Benjamin and Zac bid farewell to the big HomePod speaker amidst Apple’s confused smart home strategy, and discuss the latest iPad Pro rumors.

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Benjamin and Zac discuss the latest rumors surrounding the upcoming March Apple event. Kuo’s latest augmented reality report is (quite literally) far out, and Zac finally has something go wrong with his M1 Mac.

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