Indie App Spotlight: ‘Minizones’ lets you quickly glance at different timezones from your Menu Bar
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Minizones is a sweet and simple Mac app that.....»»
Disney+ app debuts new ESPN tile, adds free Hulu and sports content
Almost a year ago exactly, Disney+ started adding Hulu content to its app. Now, the streamer is integrating ESPN as well via a new tile that will start appearing in the Disney+ app today. And in a nice perk, non-bundle subscribers are getting some Hu.....»»
Homey unveils dashboards: making smart home control easier than ever
Today, , the universal smart home platform, unveiled Homey Dashboards, a new feature designed to give users greater control over their smart home devices. Available within the Homey app for iOS and Android, this customizable control panel lets your.....»»
No more EV app folders: Universal plug-and-charge is due to launch in 2025
Most of the major EV makers and charging networks are on board. To fill a car with gas, you generally just need a credit card or cash. To charge an EV at a DC fast charging statio.....»»
Scan your iPhone for Pegasus spyware using a $1 app
A newly-released app lets you regularly scan your iPhone for Pegasus spyware – which can access almost all the data on a phone – for a one-off cost of just one dollar. A mobile security firm created the app, which allows you to scan your iPho.....»»
Your 2024 Apple Books year in review is now available, plus best of picks
2024 is almost over, and Apple Books is ready to celebrate the year in publishing. Last year’s new ‘Year in Review’ feature is back again for Books users, launching today. You’ll also find editorial lists in the Books app for best books and a.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: December 3, 2024 – Apple Music Replay, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. This Bl.....»»
Security Bite: Threat actors are widely using AI to build Mac malware
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art App.....»»
Coinbase Onramp adds Apple Pay for crypto purchases in third-party apps
Coinbase has added Apple Pay support to its Onramp payment feature for third-party apps, making it easier for iPhone owners to buy cryptocurrency from their devices.Image credit: CoinbaseCoinbase Onramp is a tool for app developers that helps them en.....»»
“Nightmare” Zipcar outage is a warning against complete app dependency
Zipcar blames "increased site traffic," but total app reliance is also at fault. An app outage that locked numerous rental car customers out of their vehicles is a reminder of th.....»»
JBL’s Bar 5.0 Multibeam soundbar is a Dolby Atmos bargain this Cyber Week
With a massive 50% discount, this JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam soundbar is perfect for small-to-medium-sized rooms......»»
Google is preparing a cool new feature for its Pixel Recorder app
Google's Pixel Recorder app on its Pixel phones is about to get a lot better with this new feature......»»
The MacBook Pro Touch Bar is being revived
This Kickstarter project is bring back the Apple Touch Bar -- but this time it works with a whole range of devices and is at least ten times more customisable......»»
Simply Piano now lets you learn to play through Apple Vision Pro — no keyboard required
Simply Piano has long been a hit app in my household. My daughter never really showed interest in learning to play our keyboard until she came across Simply Piano on her iPad. I think it’s the first annual subscription I ever bought for her based o.....»»
The Touch Bar is back, sort of...and it looks terrible
ENIAC is building a touch bar, called the Flexbar, for Macs and almost any other platform you can imagine......»»
The Touch Bar’s loyal fans have made a standalone successor inspired by Apple
The Touch Bar was a controversial Apple creation, to say the least. But the now-discontinued MacBook Pro feature is being revised, in a way, through a new Kickstarter campaign for a more versatile standalone product: the Flexbar. more….....»»
Sony Bravia Theater Bar 8 review: plug-and-play Dolby Atmos
With fewer features and connections than previous Sony soundbars, the Bravia Theater Bar 8 is still a solid TV sound upgrade......»»
How to use Apple Notes for instant equation results on iOS 18
Tired of juggling between Apple Notes and Calculator? A math feature in iOS 18 lets you solve equations instantly with just a quick settings tweak.How to tweak math results in Apple NotesIf you're like most people, the Apple Notes app on your iPhone.....»»
Tesla finally made an app that turns your Apple Watch into a car key
As part of its big Holiday feature update, Tesla will release a watchOS app that turns the Apple Watch into a phone key for EVs, allows frunk control, and more......»»
Coinbase Onboard adds Apple Pay for crypto purchases in third-party apps
Coinbase has added Apple Pay support to its Onramp payment feature for third-party apps, making it easier for iPhone owners to buy cryptocurrency from their devices.Image credit: CoinbaseCoinbase Onramp is a tool for app developers that helps them en.....»»
Users fear the Sonos app could require a subscription; company says no plans in hand
Growing concerns have been expressed that the Sonos app might in future require a subscription, as the company reported revenue down for the second year running – and a former employee has now added fuel to the fire. Of particular concern is tha.....»»