Exclusive Preview: Next-Gen CarPlay Unveiled! – Apple Watch Sales Ban, Ask9to5Mac

In the US, there is a dispute between Apple and Masimo over blood oxygen sensor patents, which has led to a sales ban on Apple Watches. Benjamin and Chance discussed this wild situation in the latest Happy Hour podcast. Along with this, Apple has shared details about the first vehicles featuring next-generation CarPlay. Additionally, Apple News+ has added The Athletic to its offerings.

This week’s Happy Hour podcast is sponsored by MacPaw’s Setapp, which offers a collection of over 240 Mac and iOS apps, and Topdon’s TC002 Thermal Camera for iOS.

In the latest episode, Chance Miller and Benjamin Mayo discuss the ongoing patent dispute and Apple’s new offerings. They also answer listener questions during the #Ask9to5Mac segment.

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