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F1: The Movie is now streaming for free on Apple TV, starring Brad Pitt

Published: Dec 12nd 2025 2:01am on 9to5Mac

After a long run in movie theaters and digital buy/rent windows, the blockbuster F1: The Movie is finally available to stream for free on Apple TV. If you aren’t an Apple TV subscriber yet, you can get a seven day free trial here for new accounts.

F1 stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, an elder racing driver who comes out of retirement to try help a fictional F1 racing team called APX GP win a race to secure their future in the sport. Damson Idris plays the plucky young teammate, Joshua Pearce.

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Global EV sales jump 21% in 2025 as Europe surges and the US stalls

Published: Dec 12nd 2025 12:01am on Electrek

EV and battery supply chain research specialists Benchmark Mineral Intelligence reports that 2.0 million electric vehicles were sold globally in November 2025, bringing global EV sales to 18.5 million units year-to-date. That’s a 21% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

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Apple lands pitch to adapt bestselling psychological thriller ‘The Teacher’

Published: Dec 11nd 2025 10:26am on 9to5Mac

Deadline reports that Apple has acquired the pitch for a feature adaptation of the 2024 bestseller “The Teacher”. Here are the details.

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Hyundai’s new midsize electric SUV spotted overseas for the first time

Published: Dec 11nd 2025 10:24am on Electrek

The Elexio is Hyundai’s first electric SUV custom-tailored for the Chinese market, but now it’s headed overseas.

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How iPhone’s best travel companion will save you money on your next trip abroad [Sponsored]

Published: Dec 11nd 2025 10:13am on 9to5Mac

Planning holiday travel or a winter getaway? Your iPhone already has everything you need for reliable, flexible, instant, and global connectivity wherever you travel. You just need the right travel companion to unlock it.

Nomad eSIM is your best travel companion for seamless connectivity in over 190 countries. 9to5Mac readers can save 30% with promo code MAC30. The offer is valid only until December 16, so be sure to act quick!

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Iron-sodium grid batteries just took a big step toward US rollout

Published: Dec 11nd 2025 9:38am on Electrek

Iron-sodium battery makers Inlyte Energy just crossed an important line from lab to grid reality. The company has completed a factory acceptance test of its first field-ready iron-sodium battery energy storage system with reps from a major US utility in attendance.

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VSCO AI Lab can now upscale images up to 4 times

Published: Dec 11nd 2025 8:44am on 9to5Mac

VSCO is rolling out an AI-powered upscaling tool as part of its recently announced AI Lab set of features. Here’s how to try it for free.

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Apple executive tumult continues, Apple Studio Display leaks, Fitness+ AI dubbing

Published: Dec 11nd 2025 8:36am on 9to5Mac

Benjamin and Chance talk about two more Apple executive departures since last week’s episode, and a rumored third that appears to be staying for now. There’s also exciting details about the next Apple Studio Display, Apple might be able to enlist Intel to manufacture Apple Silicon chips, Fitness+ is using AI for language dubbing, and more.

And in Happy Hour Plus, the duo talk about Netflix’s attempt to acquire Warner Bros, and why Apple would never interested in a deal like this. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.

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Apple defeats ban on charging commission on linked-out purchases from iOS apps

Published: Dec 11nd 2025 8:27am on 9to5Mac

Apple has defeated the total ban on charging a commission on web-based purchases that originate from links inside iOS apps. However, a fair rate will need to be established or agreed upon before Apple can resume charging a commission on linked-out purchases.

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