Chance is the editor-in-chief of 9to5Mac, managing coverage for the entire staff of 9to5Mac writers. He first joined 9to5Mac in 2013 and has covered Apple and technology ever since then.
Over the years, Chance has worked alongside his 9to5Mac colleagues to publish industry-leading stories about Apple. Chance’s work has been regularly cited by sources including Bloomberg, The The Financial Times, and more. He’s ranked as one of the top five technology authors by Techmeme.
In addition to serving as editor-in-chief of 9to5Mac, Chance is also the host of the 9to5Mac Daily podcast. Published five days per week, 9to5Mac Daily is a recap of the day’s Apple news in 5-10 minutes. You can subscribe to 9to5Mac Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast or via the dedicated RSS feed right here.
Chance is also a co-host of the 9to5Mac Happy Hour podcast with Benjamin Mayo. 9to5Mac Happy Hour is weekly podcast discussing the latest in Apple and technology. You can subscribe with Apple Podcasts, Overcast, or the dedicated RSS feed.
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iPadOS 26 brought an all-new multitasking experience to the iPad, but it came at the cost of Slide Over, an omission that proved controversial among iPad users. It also removed key Split View features as well.
With iPadOS 26.1, Apple responded to some of that feedback and added a new version of Slide Over back to the iPad.
Now, Apple has released iPadOS 26.2 beta 3 and it gives Slide Over and Split View on iPad another improvement.
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A new update rolling out today adds a fresh Liquid Glass design to the popular writing app Ulysses. The update “fully embraces” Liquid Glass, with optimizations across the Mac, iPhone, and iPad.
“This is a massive update,” the Ulysses team says. “It’s still the same app, just better and even more beautiful than before.”
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It’s been a whirlwind of a week for iPhone Air fans. First, The Information reported that Apple had indefinitely delayed the iPhone Air 2 due to lower-than-expected sales.
The next day, a separate report said the iPhone Air 2 had actually just been delayed six months, with Apple targeting a spring 2027 launch instead of fall 2026.
Now, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has more details on what’s going on with the iPhone Air 2.
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In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple has “largely written off the Mac Pro.”
The Mac Pro was last updated in 2023 with the M2 Ultra chip, and there are no plans for a new update anytime soon.
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A federal jury in California has sided with Masimo in a patent battle with Apple over Apple Watch’s blood oxygen feature. The jury awarded Masimo $634 million in damages and concluded that Apple infringed on a Masimo patent covering low power pulse oximeter features.
As explained by Daily Journal, much of the case centered on whether Apple Watch can be categorized as a “patient monitor” per Masimo’s patent.
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iOS 26.2 is now available for beta testing. The update brings more new features and changes for iPhone users. There are new Apple Podcasts upgrades, improvements to Reminders, and more.
Head below for our full guide on all the new iOS 26.2 features. This includes all the new additions from this week’s iOS 26.2 beta 2 release.
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There’s a robust ecosystem of Find My accessories on the market nowadays. All of these accessories would make great additions to your life. After all, what’s a better investment than a way to keep track of their most important possessions?
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In August, Apple launched a “redesigned” version of the Apple Watch’s Blood Oxygen feature in the United States. This came 18 months after Apple started selling the Apple Watch without the Blood Oxygen feature in due to a patent dispute with health technology company Masimo.
The International Trade Commission (ITC) now says that it is holding a new proceeding to decide if this solution should also be banned due to the Masimo patent dispute.
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Apple Card launched more than six years ago and has proven to be incredibly popular. The card offers an easy-to-use interface, robust perks like interest-free Apple financing, and more. Here’s everything you need to know about whether Apple Card is worth it for you.
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The most exciting time of the year for Spotify fans is fast approaching. Spotify Wrapped is set to launch within the next several weeks, giving listeners a breakdown of their top songs, artists, albums, and more.
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Update: Every size/color of the iPhone Pocket is now sold out in the United States.
Earlier this week, Apple announced iPhone Pocket, a new way to carry your iPhone designed in collaboration with ISSEY MIYAKE.
After special launch events yesterday, the iPhone Pocket is now available to order in select countries around the world. It’s a special-edition accessory, and several colors and sizes are already sold out.
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Benjamin and Chance discuss all the new features in the 26.2 betas, including a clever new Edge Light mode and even more Liquid Glass throughout the system. Apple launches Digital IDs in Wallet, and there are questions about the future of the iPhone Air.
And in Happy Hour Plus, we consider if Apple is done for the year, as far as new product launches go. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
Tesla is considering rolling out CarPlay support as soon as the end of this year, according to a new report from Bloomberg.
This marks a huge shift in strategy for the biggest EV maker, which has historically built its entire in-car infrastructure from scratch rather than relying on a third-party.
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iOS 26 brought major changes to CarPlay, including a new Liquid Glass design, widgets, Live Activities, and more. The Messages app also added new features like Tapbacks and pinned conversations.
With today’s release of iOS 26.2, Apple has added a new toggle that lets you simplify the Messages app …
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macOS Tahoe 26.2 is adding a a fun and useful new feature for video conferencing.
The update introduces a feature Apple is calling Edge Light, which aims to improve your video quality in low lighting conditions by adding a virtual ring light around the edge of your Mac’s display. Here’s how it works.
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Apple has officially launched the highly-anticipated new Digital ID feature in Apple Wallet. The feature was first announced at WWDC and is now rolling out to everyone in the United States.
Apple’s implementation of Digital ID is powered by your US passport. Here’s how it works and where you can use it.
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Apple has announced its next round of Apple Arcade titles. In a press release today, the company revealed that games including PowerWash Simulator, SpongeBob Patty Pursuit 2, and more will launch on Apple Arcade on December 4.
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Update November 11: The Logitech MX Master 4 has regularly been out of stock since its initial launch last month. Right now, however, it’s in stock and ready to ship on Amazon. Act fast if you’ve been on the hunt for one. It’s clearly very popular, so who knows how long this availability will last.
The Logitech MX Master line of mice has become a staple in the setups of Mac users everywhere. Now, the company is out with the highly-anticipated MX Master 4. It packs a handful of changes to the iconic mouse, while staying true to the form factor that has made the lineup so popular over the years.
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Chase is back with one of its more lucrative credit card promotions for Apple shoppers.
Starting today and running until December 7, your Chase Ultimate Rewards points are worth up to 50% when redeemed for a purchase via Chase’s shopping portal.
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Mophie has announced its iconic Juice Pack lineup of battery cases for the iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. There’s support for passthrough charging, audio, and more.
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If you’ve just purchased a new Mac, like the new M5 MacBook Pro, you might also be looking into some of the best display options.
Here are my recommendations, covering multiple product categories, price points, and more.
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Update, November 11: The Information now reports that Apple is delaying the iPhone Air 2 in order to “work on a redesign of the device and make it more appealing to consumers.” This reportedly includes adding a second camera.
“Some Apple engineers are hoping to release a redesigned version with a second camera lens in spring 2027 alongside existing plans to release the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e at that time,” the report says. However, it is “still too early to tell” whether that is actually doable.
Apple is reportedly delaying the launch of the iPhone Air 2. The Information reports that Apple recently “notified engineers and suppliers that they were taking the next iPhone Air off the schedule without providing a new release date.” The report cites “three people involved in the project.”
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Apple Vision Pro just got a powerful, immersive helicopter training and flight experience app. Rogue Labs has launched Flight Sight, which combines Apple Immersive Video, 3D helicopter models, spatial maps, and more for Apple Vision Pro users.
It’s the latest in a growing library of advanced, enterprise-focused apps for Apple Vision Pro.
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