Listeners have shared feedback indicating that the iOS 26 Hold Assist feature has not lived up to expectations in practical use. In a recent episode of 9to5Mac, Benjamin Mayo and Chance Miller discuss various tech support stories, returning from their holiday break with insights from the trenches.
As part of the show, they also engage with audience questions through #Ask9to5Mac, providing answers and insights to listeners. To conclude the episode, the hosts debate candidates for 9to5Mac’s Product of the Year, highlighting significant innovations from the past year.
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