23 October 2025
Liquid Glass settings, M5 Vision Pro hands on, Apple F1 deal official
9to5Mac Happy Hour
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Benjamin and Chance react to the inclusion of a new Liquid Glass toggle in Settings in iOS 26.1 beta 4, and whether it reflects Apple’s lack of confidence in software design. The Apple TV F1 deal is now official, and Chance goes hands-on with the M5 Vision Pro.
And in Happy Hour Plus, the pair discuss the news that the iPhone Air is reportedly not selling well, and check in with their experiences a month after its release. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.
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Links
Everything new in iOS 26.1 beta 4
iOS 26.1 beta 4 adds new setting to tone down Liquid Glass transparency
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Apple announces F1 races are coming exclusively to Apple TV in the US
New Apple TV and Peacock bundle offers both services at discounted price, including special Apple One perk
You can now sign up to the Apple TV and Peacock bundle, discount also available for Apple One subscribers
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