Whether you’re saving up for a new MacBook Air or just looking to get more for every dollar, a warehouse club is an easy way to get what you need at the lowest possible price. This Sam’s Club membership lets you stock up on everyday consumables — and pays for itself in a multitude of […]

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Real-world experiments with the new MacBook Air show Apple’s latest can use Parallels 18 to run Windows 11 faster than a Dell XPS Plus. It’s a tribute to the performance of the Apple M2 processor in the latest Air. MacBook Air can be a high-performance PC Windows has the lion’s share of the desktop/laptop market. […]

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With the rising excitement around iOS 16, now’s an excellent time to launch your own app. But you don’t need programming experience, or a mobile developer on your payroll, to get your idea off the ground. All you need is an active website and AppMySite. This mobile app builder turns design and development into a […]

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Updated versions of the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro will go onto production during the last months of 2022, according to a prominent Apple analyst. These will have faster processors. Another reliable source said essentially the same, making it likely that Apple is about refresh its top-tier notebooks. Expect 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro with […]

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On August 22, 2001, Apple won a Primetime Engineering Emmy for FireWire, high-speed serial port technology that sparked a video revolution.

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Apple may be making one of the most-requested iPad changes. In Apple’s upcoming budget tablet, the front-facing camera is reportedly moving from a short edge of the display to a long edge, which would put it near the top of the tablet in landscape mode. Just about anyone who makes FaceTime calls on an iPad […]

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Dell rolled out its new Dell Pro Webcam over the weekend, offering a less-expensive alternative to the UltraSharp 4K webcam it brought to market last year. The new one shares some high-end features but also lets go of some others to get the price down. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of Mac may earn […]

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Apple’s sleek-yet-powerful new M2 MacBook Air is down by $100 on Amazon. The discount brings its price down to $1,099 from $1,199. This is the lowest price the M2 MacBook Air has dropped to since its launch in July. 2022 MacBook Air is slim and powerful Apple unveiled the svelte new M2 MacBook Air at […]

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Sometimes you see one thing that seems quietly radical about a computer setup, only to find out it’s full of even weirder tweaks. Today’s featured setup is a good example. It hides a Mac mini behind a display. But in front of the display, a wildly split mechanical keyboard surrounds a Magic Trackpad turned backward […]

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Apple pledged Monday to donate $10 to the National Park Foundation (NPF) for many Apple Pay purchases. If you buy via Apple Pay on apple.com, in the Apple Store app or at a U.S. Apple Store through August 28, you’re helping national parks. Cupertino said it’s a way to celebrate 106 years of the U.S. […]

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Apple’s Self Service Repair program is about to expand to recent MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models. This will give those who want to fix their macOS notebook access to repair manuals and genuine Apple parts and tools. The program began offering the info, parts and tools needed to fix recent iPhone models in spring […]

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Let’s face it: The Mac’s built-in Markup tool for screenshots is anything but heroic. If you want something a bit beefier and easier to use, try Markup Hero. This screenshot and annotation tool will make it easier to capture what’s on your computer screen and mark it up for sharing with friends, tech support geeks […]

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Being able to see your phone’s battery percentage right in the status bar is incredibly useful — but Apple killed it five years ago. Until today that is, with iOS 16. You can, once again, get the battery percentage in the status bar for the first time since 2017. The battery icon gave you a […]

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Apple will reportedly start showing ads inside Apple Maps on iPhone starting next year. The company is looking to generate more revenue from its ad business in the coming years. Apple currently displays ads inside the App Store and certain apps like Apple News and Stocks. Get ready to see ads in Apple Maps search […]

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On August 21, 2008, Microsoft recruited comedian and Apple super-fan Jerry Seinfeld to appear in a series of ads to take on ... Apple?

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Apple is getting ready to ship iOS 16 in September and has reportedly finished the development of the first public release. Apart from iOS 16, the Cupertino giant will also seed watchOS 9 to the public next month. iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura will reportedly arrive a month later in October. Development on first iOS 16 […]

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A replacement for the original, full-size HomePod is reportedly in development. The smart speaker is expected to provide better audio performance than the current HomePod mini. And it might debut as early as fall 2022. Bring on the HomePod 2 The first-generation HomePod debuted in 2018, and received equal parts praise for its audio quality […]

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Multiple sources say the Apple’s upcoming M2 Pro chip will be made with an enhanced manufacturing process that wasn’t yet available for the recently released M2. That will make Apple’s next processor more efficient than the one in the new MacBook Air. Even better, the M2 Pro could launch in updated MacBook Pro models before […]

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There really are apps for everything at this point. Whether you’re a coffee snob aiming to simplify your brewing experience, or simply looking for a tool to ease the frustration of your digital life, there is an app here for you. If you have other awesome apps to suggest for future installments, email your suggestion or […]

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Apple fans are no stranger to the company’s high prices. For example, if you’re looking for a portable power bank to charge your iPhone while on the go, Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack will set you back $99. On the other hand, the Speedy Mag Wireless Charger helps keep your iPhone up and running for the […]

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This week on Cult of Mac’s podcast: Looks like we have a date for the next big Apple event: Mark your calendars for September 7! We’re expecting iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 — which both sound awfully familiar — and hoping for something surprising. Also on The CultCast: Kim Kardashian’s “neutral colors” for […]

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On August 20, 2012, Apple passed a big MSFT milestone as it became the most valuable publicly traded stock ever.

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Grab your iPhone or iPad to play Madden NFL 23 Mobile, which has just been updated for the new football season. This is the ninth season of the mobile game from Electronic Arts. It not only put players on the field in the biggest games of the season, it also has a General Manager mode […]

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Ready for your big break in an IT career? With the Complete 2022 CompTIA Certification Course Super Bundle, you can learn all about the core components of the tech industry. You’ll get the lowdown on IT infrastructure, database use, software development and cybersecurity with this complete study guide. Plus, the courses will prep you for […]

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If you work in a creative industry — or aspire to one day — then you need to be familiar with the same software titles that the pros use. Ready to develop your skills? Now’s a perfect time to invest in your education. You can get nearly 100 hours of expert-led Adobe Creative Cloud training […]

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The web browser built into the TikTok iPhone app can monitor your keystrokes. A developer who researched the software called it “the equivalent of installing a keylogger,” and warns that it can potentially grab passwords and credit card info. A similar warning went out recently about the browsers built into Facebook and Instagram. Be skeptical […]

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Apple TV+ medical drama Five Days at Memorial, about the terrible misfortune of the staff of an abandoned hospital during Hurricane Katrina, hits the fourth day of disaster this week. The power is still off, and the A/C is a distant memory. Helicopters are coming to evacuate, but the elevator to the roof is broken. […]

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Apple’s next big thing might not be a car or an AR headset. Thanks to a rule change announced this week by the Food and Drug Administration, Cupertino could soon add hearing aids to its product lineup. The potential market is huge, and Apple stands uniquely positioned to disrupt the status quo. The new rules […]

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BenQ unveiled its new TH690ST short-throw 4LED projector Friday, calling it “the world’s first 4LED video party projector with preset game modes for bringing big entertainment to any gathering.” You connect it to any gaming console or other video source with an HDMI cable to get the party started. Oh, and don’t forget to have […]

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Apple TV+ mystery Surface, about a woman suffering from amnesia at the center of a dark web of mystery, finally tells the truth about who mystery woman Sophie really is. Turns out she was the brains behind the operation, bringing herself and her husband from nothing to a beautiful house, a six-figure income, and more problems […]

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You can enjoy the classic link look on your Apple Watch with the stylish and sophisticated Casetify Link Bracelet. It not only looks great, but it’s robust and comfortable all day long. It also comes in three stylish color options. Here’s why it’s one of my favorite bands after six months of wear. Casetify Link […]

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An app to make Androids copy the look of iPhone running iOS is widely popular. So many people wish their Android was an iPhone that Launcher iOS 16 has been downloaded over 50 million times from Google Play. And a rival app has just as many. That sure is a lot of jealous Android users. […]

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Accessories maker Moft offered a new folding wallet Thursday that magnetically sticks to your iPhone 12 or 13, but also acts as a stand whenever you need one. Carry your license and another card with your handset. Set the stand to take a video call or watch a YouTube video. What’s not to like? Well, […]

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Apple TV+ family comedy Trying hits a snag or two this week, as Jason and Scott both realize they’re running out of road before a fall. Jason needs money if he wants to pay for the house he’s been renting, which otherwise will be sold out from under him at any minute. Scott needs to make […]

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August 19, 2004: Google floats its initial public offering on the stock market. Founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin turn into instant billionaires as the Google IPO cements the company’s status as a tech giant. Relations between Google and Apple are good at the time, with Steve Jobs serving as a mentor to the company’s […]

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Imagine buying a massive new ultra-wide, curved monitor to display what you do on your Macs in style. But once you get it all set up, the monstrous thing won’t stop wobbling. Today’s featured M1 MacBook Pro and Mac mini setup suffers just that problem, despite the use of a recommended monitor arm attached to […]

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To save money on genuine Microsoft software, enter promo code COM to get extra savings on Windows 11, Office and other essential software.

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Apple bought the popular music-recognition app Shazam, which can name any song you hear, in 2018. Friday marks the app’s 20th birthday. And this week it officially surpassed 70 billion song recognitions, Cupertino said. That’s a lot of people in bars wondering what the tune is. Ever wonder what song is the most “Shazamed” of […]

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A recent macOS Monterey update deals with a nasty security problem in WebKit. But Apple is aware many users don’t upgrade to the latest operating system versions, so it also released Safari 15.6.1. The web browser update allows anyone using older macOS versions to avoid the vulnerability. The browser update is free and available now. […]

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The iPad Pro is extremely expensive, so you’d be wise to protect yours from damage. You can safeguard your investment with a protective case like the CoverBuddy. During our Back to Education promotion, it’s on sale for only $34.99 (regularly $42). Plus, for every CoverBuddy purchased during this event, we’ll donate 50 cents to a […]

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New Apple TV+ dark comedy Bad Sisters follows a family of Irish women who vow to help each other through thick and thin. Thick comes in the form of a miserable brother-in-law, who’s lying in a coffin and represents loose ends for all of them. Can they outmaneuver a desperate insurance investigator and keep from […]

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See is coming to an end, and it’s not going quietly. A trailer for the final season of the Apple TV+ post-apocalyptic adventure series shows there’s a war brewing. One that Baba Voss (Jason Momoa) must win. Season 3 is set to kick off on August 26. See season 3 will be a fight for […]

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Why settle for one lamp when you can grab one that does two things at once? This LED lamp lights up your room in a big way, but also gives you a smaller, more focused lamp for reading, crafting etc. This vibrant LED floor lamp broad spectrum light and a focused reading lamp, and it’s […]

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Apple Card earned top marks in the annual J.D. Power U.S. Credit Card Satisfaction Study. Apple/Goldman Sachs beat out their rivals in the Midsize Credit Card Issuer segment, with users liking the benefits, rewards and more. 2022 is the second year in a row Apple Card took home this honor. People love them some Apple Card […]

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If you’re thinking of starting a podcast — better hurry up, every single person on earth has one, it seems — you need a good USB microphone. And now you can get a good deal on a popular one, as Amazon has knocked 30% off the regular price of a Blue Yeti Nano USB Microphone. […]

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This week’s giveaway bundle goes from swank to sporty in nothing flat, thanks to two very different Apple Watch accessories from Bucardo. Win it, and you’ll be able to time-jump back to the 1950s with a classic pocket watch, then hit the gym with a sweat-busting Apple Watch Sports band. Two lucky winners will receive […]

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Das Keyboard’s MacTigr is specifically for Mac users looking to get serious work done. It uses top-quality mechanical switches in a 105-key layout, and adds on Mac-specific keys as well as other bonus features. I tested the low-profile keyboard in my home office. Here’s why I’m so impressed. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of […]

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Your search for a perfect sports strap for your Apple Watch could be over. The Mifa Nylon Sports Leather Apple Watch Band might just be the ideal go-anywhere, do-anything accessory for your wearable — especially if it’s space gray. And through September 30, you can get 20% off the tactical, sporty utility band in the Cult […]

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Apple TV+ offered a first look at upcoming drama series Shantaram this week in the form of a photo of star Charlie Hunnam (Son of Anarchy) in character, plus a rundown of the cast and plot of the adventure-romance, set to premiere October 14. And speaking of drama and adventure, the production ran into big […]

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Australia’s national swim team uses Apple Watch, iPad and a combination of apps to improve performance, helping the team in the most-successful period in its history, Apple said Wednesday. As if you needed another thing to make you feel bad about skipping the lap swim at the Y this morning. Australia’s national swim team uses […]

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