WWDC invites have gone out, and Chance will be there in person. The pair discuss the narrative of indifference that hangs over WWDC at the moment, as the tech industry is currently dominated by daily onslaught of AI news. And while the rumors about the AirPods roadmap are a little bleak, Apple is rumored to be shipping a truly all-screen bezel-less iPhone in a couple of years time — an exciting prospect indeed. And in Happy Hour Plus , Benjamin has spilt tea on his Magic Keyboard, which leads into a bigger topic of the pair talking about what sits on their desk.
This episode of 9to5Mac’s Happy Hour Plus dives deep into the latest Apple rumors and developments. We start by examining the buzz surrounding WWDC 2025, where Chance will be present in person, amidst a tech landscape saturated with AI announcements. The conversation pivots to the surprisingly optimistic, yet still distant, possibility of a completely bezel-less iPhone, potentially arriving within the next two years — a truly innovative step for Apple’s flagship device. Benjamin shares an anecdote about a mishap with his Magic Keyboard, sparking a broader discussion about the items that contribute to their daily workflow and workspace setups.
Furthermore, we explore the evolving landscape of Apple’s AI strategy, including recent collaborations between Jony Ive and Evans Hankey with OpenAI, and Apple’s plans to empower developers with its own AI models starting at WWDC 2025. The discussion extends to Apple’s partnership with Anthropic for AI coding, providing developers with crucial support as they await the launch of Swift Assist. We also delve into potential pricing adjustments for future iPhones, as reported by the Wall Street Journal, and examine the anticipated advancements in visionOS, including the innovative scrolling capabilities powered by eye tracking.
Looking ahead, the team analyzes the AirPods roadmap, acknowledging the current lack of significant hardware updates until the AirPods Pro 3 is released in 2026. Finally, we speculate on the upcoming generation of AirPods Max, anticipating a lighter weight design. The episode highlights the ongoing evolution of Apple’s product ecosystem and the company’s strategic approach to emerging technologies. This 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus provides a comprehensive overview of the most significant Apple news and rumors, offering valuable insights for tech enthusiasts and loyal followers.
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* Apple reveals WWDC25 schedule: ‘On the horizon’ * Jony Ive and Evans Hankey directly working with OpenAI after AI startup acquisition * Sam Altman says Jobs would have been proud * Ive’s latest move: Apple to let developers build with its own AI models starting at WWDC 2025 * Apple taps Anthropic for AI coding as developers await Swift Assist * Apple might increase iPhone 17 prices, but not reveal the true reason – WSJ * 20th anniversary iPhone to be totally bezel-free w. hi-tech battery * visionOS 3 will let you scroll apps using only your eyes, per report * Kuo: No major AirPods hardware updates until AirPods Pro 3 in 2026 * Here’s when to expect the next generation of AirPods Max, reportedly featuring a new lighter weight design
