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Benjamin and Chance are back with a review of this week’s Apple news, including thoughts on the rumored bigger watch sizes coming this fall, Apple’s plans to design thinner iPhone and MacBook Pro models, and the abrupt cancellation of Apple Pay Later. We also have unearthed even more interesting changes found in the first iOS 18 beta. 



And in Happy Hour Plus, we predict what iOS 18 features will have the most impact, positive or negative, on the public at large when the software update lands on customer iPhones  later this year. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. 




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iOS 18 brings math and conversions support to your iPhone's keyboard



iOS 18 lets users choose their preferred Home Hub device



watchOS 11 removes Siri face on Apple Watch



Apple planning redesigned iPhone, MacBook Pro, and Apple Watch that are significantly thinner



Kuo: Apple Watch Series 10 to feature larger display and thinner chassis, approaching Ultra screen size



Apple discontinuing Apple Pay Later, ahead of new features launching this fall



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Report: Apple halts work on Vision Pro, aims to release cheaper Vision headset next year


Thinner design Apple products, bigger screen Apple Watch rumors, more iOS 18 tidbits

In this bumper edition, Benjamin and Chance react to everything Apple announced at WWDC 2024, including all the new features in iOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and tvOS 18, and the suite of announcements under the banner of Apple Intelligence, as Apple sets its AI strategy. 



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iOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS Sequoia and Apple Intelligence event reactions

Benjamin and Chance run down the WWDC expectations, and debate whether reality will match the hype. There’s certainly a lot expected, with major new features for the iOS 18 home screen, Control Center, and a veritable AI infusion across Apple’s platforms. We give our thoughts on what we are most excited to see announced. Plus, Apple accidentally miscounted the number of GPU cores in the M2 iPad Air, and the Apple TV app may finally be coming to Android. 



And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance embarked on a 3,500-mile road EV trip to his new house, and loves CarPlay more than ever before. He also updates us on how good the Vision Pro is as a travel holiday computer, and his smart home plans. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.




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Apple says M2 iPad Air performance claims are accurate despite GPU mix-up



Apple downgrades new M2 iPad Air, now says it features a 9-core GPU instead of 10-core



Report: Apple working on bringing Apple TV app to Android phones



Apple held talks to launch Apple TV+ in China, would become the only US streaming service to be available in the region



Rumor: iPhone 16 Pro to feature world's thinnest smartphone bezel



Here’s everything to expect from Apple’s AI-focused WWDC 2024


WWDC expectations for iOS 18, visionOS 2, Siri and more

Benjamin and Zac discuss the curious rumors about a 20-inch foldable iPad/MacBook, and the latest Vision Pro content developments. iOS 18 may let users change the icons of the apps on their home screen, but how exactly? We also have more insight into Apple’s AI plans and its approach to handling user data privacy while remaining feature competitive.



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Apple’s WWDC opportunity: why iOS 18 may prove pivotal to taking AI mainstream



iOS 18 Siri will better understand people, events, locations – report



Vision Pro Marvel app reviews: ‘Best experience’ or ‘flimsy and meh’



OpenAI is helping Apple fix Siri, and that has Microsoft worried



Apple’s artificial intelligence servers will use ‘confidential computing’ techniques to process user data while maintaining privacy



Apple’s WWDC opportunity: why iOS 18 may prove pivotal to taking AI mainstream



Apple confirms WWDC keynote details for AI-focused iOS 18, Platforms State of the Union, and more



Customizing iOS app icons could be more impactful than it seems



Apple may label iOS 18 artificial intelligence features as a beta preview, signaling Apple is still playing catch-up



Rumor: iOS 18 will let users create custom emoji using generative AI



Report: iOS 18 will let users recolor app icons, and place them wherever they want on the home screen



Apple elaborates on rare iOS 17.5 bug that resurfaced deleted photos



Welcome to the Ultra era, where Apple is making iPhones, MacBooks, and iPads more luxury than ever






Foldable iPad rumors, iOS 18 home screen updates and AI privacy details

Benjamin and Chance react to the surprise reports of a major form-factor change coming to the iPhone in 2025, with the addition of a new redesigned ‘Ultra’ model priced above the current Pro Max. The Plus is also expected to go away next year. iOS 17.5.1 includes a fix for the deleted photos bug but Apple yet again neglects to explain what happened. And, Apple Music causes a stir with their Best 100 albums list. 



And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance discuss the appeal of the newly announced Peacock, Apple, and Netflix Comcast ‘StreamSaver’ bundle.




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Apple Music 'best albums of all time' countdown reveals the top 10



Apple Music kicks off 10-day '100 Best Albums' of all time countdown



Rumor: iOS 18 to include new 'smart song transitions' feature for Apple Music



Apple launches iPhone trade in promotion, get boosted credit for a new iPhone for a limited time



Apple says iOS 17.5.1 fixes 'rare' bug that caused deleted photos to return



iOS 17.5 is allegedly resurfacing pictures that were deleted years ago



Apple Plans a Thinner iPhone in 2025 — The Information



iPhone 17 rumors: New design, 'Slim' model to replace 'Plus’, more



All-screen M5 MacBook with foldable display and Vision Pro price now rumored for 2026



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