9to5Mac Happy Hour 316: iOS 14.5 Maps, Apple Glasses rumors, first TV+ AR app

This week Zac and Benjamin discuss Apple’s updated offer on the Developer Transition Kit, the stalled state of Apple Car talks, new features coming in iOS 14.5, Dan Riccio’s not so secret project at Apple, Apple’s first AR app for Apple TV+ shows, and more.
Sponsored by TextExpander: Visit textexpander.com/podcast and select 9to5Mac Happy Hour to save 20% off your first year!
Sponsored by LinkedIn Jobs: Go to LinkedIn.com/HAPPYHOUR and get $50 OFF toward your first job post!
Sponsored by ExpressVPN: Take back your Internet privacy today and get 3 months free with a 1-year package at ExpressVPN.com/HappyHour.
The post 9to5Mac Happy Hour 316: iOS 14.5 Maps, Apple Glasses rumors, first TV+ AR app appeared first on 9to5Mac.
How to use the ultra wide camera on iPhone 11 and 12

One of the great additions with the iPhone 11 and 12 lineups is an ultra wide camera that allows users to capture a much greater field of view without needing an external lens. Read on for how to use the ultra wide camera on the iPhone 11 and 12, including how to manually dial in your focal length.
The post How to use the ultra wide camera on iPhone 11 and 12 appeared first on 9to5Mac.
Microsoft To Do levels up with new home screen widgets for iPhone and iPad

Microsoft has released an update today to its To Do app for iPhone and iPad. The big focus of the new build is the three new widgets that make it easier to manage your schedule and To Do list.
The post Microsoft To Do levels up with new home screen widgets for iPhone and iPad appeared first on 9to5Mac.
Apple invites select developers to new round of ‘Bring Your iPad App to Mac’ virtual workshops

Apple is sending a new round of invitations to developers for online sessions focused on bringing iPad apps to the Mac. The email invites developers to sign up for the “Bring Your iPad App to Mac” online workshops throughout the rest of February and the first half of March.
The post Apple invites select developers to new round of ‘Bring Your iPad App to Mac’ virtual workshops appeared first on 9to5Mac.
Apple files M1 Macs in Bluetooth database, mysterious ‘B2002’ still listed
Apple has filed its latest M1 Macs in the Bluetooth SIG database this week. This includes the MacBook Air, Mac mini, and MacBook Pro — but a mysterious “B2002” device remains in the database, and it’s unclear what it could be.
The post Apple files M1 Macs in Bluetooth database, mysterious ‘B2002’ still listed appeared first on 9to5Mac.
Deals: Official iPhone 11/Pro/Max cases starting at $16, latest iPad Air $59 off, more

Update: AirPods Pro has hit lowest price of the year at $180 on Amazon
Today’s best deals are headlined by a collection of Apple’s official iPhone 11/Pro/Max cases from $16. That’s alongside Apple’s latest iPad Air at $59 off and Logitech’s solar-powered Mac Keyboard for $44. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
The post Deals: Official iPhone 11/Pro/Max cases starting at $16, latest iPad Air $59 off, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.
Intel, Qualcomm, more urge President Biden for major investment in US chip production [U]

US chipmakers sent a letter to President Biden this morning with an urgent request to make a serious investment for semiconductor manufacturing a part of his economic recovery plan. Intel and Qualcomm along with others made the case for the government to incentivize chip production in the US.
The post Intel, Qualcomm, more urge President Biden for major investment in US chip production [U] appeared first on 9to5Mac.
Calm and We Read Too developer says coding lives up to Steve Jobs’s vision

The developer behind the iOS app We Read Too says that, for her, coding has really lived up to Steve Jobs’s vision of “being at the intersection of technology and liberal arts.”
Kaya Thomas was interviewed by Apple about her app highlighting children’s books by Black authors or featuring Black characters …
The post Calm and We Read Too developer says coding lives up to Steve Jobs’s vision appeared first on 9to5Mac.
9to5Mac Daily: February 11, 2021 – Apple Glasses, iOS 14.5 Apple Maps features

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
Sponsored by Crypto Pro: Bitcoin/cryptocurrency tracking app for iPhone, iPad, Mac & Apple Watch.
The post 9to5Mac Daily: February 11, 2021 – Apple Glasses, iOS 14.5 Apple Maps features appeared first on 9to5Mac.
Review: Anker PowerWave charges your iPhone 12 and AirPods with 2-in-1 MagSafe compatible mount

One of the key new features with the iPhone 12 lineup was MagSafe technology. When it was introduced initially, I was somewhat underwhelmed by it. As time has gone on and more accessories have been released, it’s become one of my favorite aspects of the iPhone 12 mini, though. I recently purchased the Anker PowerWave to use at my desk, and it’s quickly become one of my favorite iPhone accessories in recent years. If you want to use your iPhone 12 as a webcam, read on to see how the PowerWave will help with that.
The post Review: Anker PowerWave charges your iPhone 12 and AirPods with 2-in-1 MagSafe compatible mount appeared first on 9to5Mac.