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Reddit making global changes to protect kids after social media ban

Published: Dec 9nd 2025 1:37am on 9to5Mac

Australia will tomorrow become the first democratic country in the world to ban children from using social media. However, it seems unlikely to be the last, as many other legislators around the world have expressed concern about the mental health harms that may be done to teenagers by social media.

Reddit is seeking to get ahead of the game by implementing new teen safety features globally instead of only within Australia …

Even as a Liquid Glass fan, I’m looking forward to a new Apple design era

Published: Dec 9nd 2025 12:57am on 9to5Mac

You almost have to feel sorry for Alan Dye at this point. It was pretty clear he expected news of his departure from Apple to be something of a bombshell, and Meta clearly thought their acquisition of Apple’s former VP of Human Interface Design would be perceived as a coup.

Instead, the prevailing opinion among Apple commenters appears to be succinctly summarized as a collective sigh of relief …

Apple @ Work Podcast: The impact of AI on Apple IT departments

Published: Dec 9nd 2025 11:00am on 9to5Mac

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In this episode of Apple @ Work, Apu Pavithran from Hexnode joins the show to talk about AI’s impact on Apple IT work and much more.

Report: iPhone 16 tops Q3 2025 sales as Apple claims 5 of the 10 best-selling spots

Published: Dec 8nd 2025 11:02am on 9to5Mac

A new report from Counterpoint Research shows that Apple once again dominated global smartphone sales last quarter, with the iPhone 16 leading the pack. Here’s the breakdown.

iPhone 17 is the best phone of 2025, according to MKBHD

Published: Dec 8nd 2025 10:37am on 9to5Mac

The winners for this year’s edition of MKBHD’s Smartphone Awards have just been revealed, and Apple scored four recognitions out of the 10 categories, one of which isn’t exactly a reason to be proud. Here are the details.

Netflix plans to keep selling Warner shows to Apple TV, like Ted Lasso

Published: Dec 8nd 2025 8:59am on 9to5Mac

Netflix’s massive $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery raises big questions for Apple TV, but at least one potential issue has seemingly been resolved. Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos says Warner’s TV division will continue selling shows to rival streamers.

Apple highlights developer tools as Australia bans social media for under-16s

Published: Dec 8nd 2025 8:53am on 9to5Mac

In preparation for a law that will prohibit Australians under 16 from having social media accounts, Apple is highlighting the App Store tools that developers can use to ensure their apps comply. Here are the details.

ICEBlock developer sues Trump administration over threats and App Store removal

Published: Dec 8nd 2025 8:16am on 9to5Mac

Last October’s ICEBlock was removed from the App Store following pressure from the US government. Now, the app’s developer, Joshua Aaron, is suing 14 representatives of the administration. Here are the details.

MagSafe Monday: Satechi’s OntheGo 3-in-1 Qi2 charger is built for travel and StandBy mode

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

Travel chargers are often a series of compromises. They are either too big, too slow, or missing support for one of the devices you actually needed to charge. The Satechi OntheGo 3-in-1 Qi2 charger is the rare accessory that gets almost everything right (except for one thing). It delivers 15-watt Qi2 fast charging for the iPhone, supports fast charging on the Apple Watch, and has a dedicated spot for AirPods. It folds down into a really compact circle that fit into any bag and has enough flexibility to work on your nightstand in Standby mode, a hotel desk, or a tray table on a plane. Read on to learn more about the Satechi OntheGo 3-in-1.

Winter Clarity Bundle: 60% off Raycast, Endel, Ground News, and Craft Docs [Sponsored]

Published: Dec 8nd 2025 7:41am on 9to5Mac

The holiday season brings noise: endless shopping lists, Christmas deals, distractions, last-minute meetings, deadlines, you name it. The Winter Clarity Bundle includes four tools that help you focus on what really matters. They cut through the chaos like a laser, pointing directly at what matters most to you. So you can enter 2026 with nothing holding you back and a clean slate for what’s ahead.

Launching today, the Winter Bundle brings together four best-in-class apps that form a complete toolkit for clarity and focus.