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.
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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.
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Links
- macOS 26.2 adds new ‘Edge Light’ feature for better video calls
- iOS 26.2 lets you disable new CarPlay feature in Messages
- iOS 26.2 adds a cool Liquid Glass effect to the native Level tool
- tvOS 26.2 has two new features coming for Apple TV 4K users
- Apple launches Digital ID feature in Wallet using your passport
- PowerWash Simulator, more coming to Apple Arcade next month
- Apple launches iPhone Pocket: a limited edition designer strap accessory
- This is what Apple has in store for the future of satellite connectivity on iPhone: report
- Apple just delayed the iPhone Air 2, report says
- Report: iPhone Air 2 is delayed until 2027 so Apple can add a second camera to it
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