Benjamin and Chance discuss the merits of Apple's return to the long-simmering idea of an Apple TV in the context of its shift toward smart home devices. Plus, a second-generation AirTag is rumored to arrive in 2025 with some welcome improvements, and Apple's original film division continues to waffle on strategy.
And in Happy Hour Plus, Chance laments Apple's move away from accessories like the MagSafe battery and shares his thoughts on Belkin's new strap for the Vision Pro. Subscribe to 9to5mac.com/join.
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