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United Airlines app streamlines AirTag tracking, tells you TSA wait times

Published: Apr 2nd 2026 10:57am on 9to5Mac

The United Airlines app has been updated with streamlined access to AirTag baggage tracking. The app now makes it easier for you to share the location of an AirTag with United’s customer service staff.

Additionally, with a partial government shutdown leaving TSA checkpoints understaffed, the app will now provide you with estimates of the wait time for security at your departure airport – alongside a number of other useful enhancements …

Apple Fitness chief Jay Blahnik retiring in July after 13-year tenure

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 11:55am on 9to5Mac

Apple has confirmed to The New York Times that Jay Blahnik, the company’s vice president of Fitness Technologies, will retire in July. Here are the details.

Amazon ‘in talks’ to acquire Globalstar, and Apple’s stake is a key factor

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 11:19am on 9to5Mac

Amazon is reportedly “in talks” to acquire Globalstar, the company that connects Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch satellite features. Apple’s 20% stake in the company is a key factor in negotiations.

Apple Sports adds support for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 10:35am on 9to5Mac

Apple has updated the Apple Sports app to support the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to kick off on June 11 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Here’s how to follow your favorite teams.

9to5Mac Daily: April 1, 2026 – iOS 18 update, Siri multitasking

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 10:27am on 9to5Mac

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Meta alerts iPhone users who downloaded spyware-laced version of WhatsApp

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 9:42am on 9to5Mac

Italy’s Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associata (ANSA) reports that Meta has issued an alert to approximately 200 users who were tricked into downloading a fake version of WhatsApp. Here are the details.

Watch new MacBook Neo ads starring the adorable Little Finder Guy

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 8:19am on 9to5Mac

Apple is doubling down on the adorable mini-Finder character it created for the MacBook Neo campaign. Watch the ads here.

Download these ‘Apple at 50’ wallpapers for iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 8:14am on 9to5Mac

It’s a big day for Apple, as the company marks 50 years since its founding. To celebrate, you can find a great set of wallpapers made by Basic Apple Guy featuring Apple’s 50th anniversary artwork.

Discounted M5 MacBook Pro hits Apple refurb store with key storage distinction

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 8:00am on 9to5Mac

Apple has added the plain M5 MacBook Pro to its refurbished store for a discounted price. However, the base storage change from last month means the value compared to new discounted hardware might not be as competitive as usual.

iOS 26.4 makes Apple’s best new Reminders feature easier to use

Published: Apr 1nd 2026 7:15am on 9to5Mac

iOS 26.4 arrived last week, and with it Reminders got three improvements that make the app’s recently added urgent task feature easier to use. Here’s how.