Reports that Apple is making fewer iPhone 14 units than its predecessor are true… but that’s not the whole story. Apple is producing many more units in the entire iPhone 14 series than it did the earlier models, according to an analyst. And the change will be a benefit for Apple’s bottom line. iPhone 14 […]

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CdkeySales.com offers hot deals on must-have Microsoft software in its Autumn Sale. Cult of Mac readers save even more with promo code CULT.

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On September 30, 2002, Apple introduced iSync, a new tool that let Mac users sync their address book and calendar with their mobile devices.

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The tech industry has exploded since the ’90s, and with that comes numerous opportunities for programmers. Fortunately, coding doesn’t require traditional schooling. However, to find success in the field, you absolutely need to show employers that you know your stuff. If you’re looking to make your move into tech, or simply refresh your existing skills, […]

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With new movie The Greatest Beer Run Ever, Apple TV+ seems anxious to pick up some easy awards from industry insiders who prefer heartwarming tales of friendship and broad gestures over strong ideas and nuance. Zac Efron leads an ensemble cast as John “Chickie” Donohue, a guy going nowhere in life during the Vietnam War […]

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The new Adaptive Transparency feature found in second-generation AirPods Pro earbuds could make its way to the original model. The feature blocks loud noises above the 85 dB threshold to protect the wearer’s hearing. iPhone users running iOS 16.1 beta 3 and the latest AirPods Pro beta firmware spotted the Adaptive Transparency toggle for the […]

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Poor visuals can make even the best businesses look sloppy. Fortunately, you don’t need to hire a dedicated graphic designer or contractor to make professional-looking images. VistaCreate gives you (or your digital media team) intuitive tools to bring your brand to life. And one-year Pro Plans are available for $71.99 (regularly $120). Customizable templates from […]

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Gamer-themed workplace comedy Mythic Quest returns to Apple TV+ on November 11. That’s the date the third season of the hilarious show premieres, Apple said Thursday. Apple’s streaming video service also announced the launch dates for new seasons of Slow Horses and Little America. Everything changes in Mythic Quest season 3. Or nothing. Mythic Quest […]

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Raymond and Ray is a film about two half-brothers who reunite at the funeral of their terrible father. The dark comedy starring Ewan McGregor and Ethan Hawke will reach theaters and the Apple TV+ streaming service in October. The trailer released Thursday gives a glimpse of the difficulties the two men face coming to terms […]

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Google Stadia cloud gaming service is being shut down. It allowed Mac, iPad and iPhone users to play console-quality games, but its developer admits it never found an audience. Other cloud-gaming services remain, including Microsoft’s online version of Xbox and Amazon Luna. Google decides to kill Stadia cloud gaming service Stadia gives Mac, iPhone and […]

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Apple CEO Tim Cook’s unannounced European tour has taken him to the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy so far. And on one of his latest stops, he received an honorary master’s degree Thursday from the Università Degli Studi di Napoli Federico II in Naples, Italy. “It’s an honor to be recognized by an institution with […]

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You can currently grab Apple’s 24-inch iMac with an M1 chip with a sweet $100 discount. The deal is applicable on both the entry-level and the 8-core GPU variant. Thanks to the discount, you can get the M1 iMac for as low as $1,199. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of Mac may earn a […]

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On September 29, 2004, Apple debuted its pro-grade music software. The Logic Pro 7 launch showed Cupertino still cared about professionals.

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RiotPWR teamed up with Microsoft on an Xbox-licensed game controller for iPhone. It’s nearly identical to one of Microsoft’s own but the RiotPWR Controller for iOS (Xbox Edition) connects through a Lightning cable and includes a mount to hold your handset. And it comes with a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to get you […]

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Transferring things like photos, audio files and documents between your Mac and iPhone can be tricky, especially when file sizes get large.

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Adobe Photoshop Elements 2023 and Premiere Elements 2023 launched Thursday. These are the latest versions of apps intended to simplify photo and video editing simple for users at any skill level. They offer new AI-powered features, as well as new step-by-step Guided Edits. Plus, it helps users add animation to photos. Adobe Photoshop Elements and […]

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From shooting 4K HDR footage to scanning documents, there’s a lot that your iPhone can accomplish. You can even use it as your personal plant assistant. With the NatureID app, you can identify plants, determine the best way to care for them, and even spot early signs of disease. Lifetime subscriptions to NatureID are currently […]

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Microsoft is killing SwiftKey for iOS, one of the most popular third-party keyboard apps for iPhone. The company will remove the app from the App Store and end its support on October 5. SwiftKey first became available for iPhones in 2014. Microsoft acquired the keyboard app in 2016 and eventually discontinued its own Word Flow […]

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The Cult of Mac giveaway prize this week is a great fit for anyone who has any electrical device they wish to charge quickly. We teamed up with Lululook for five lucky winners to get their hands on a four-port, 100W USB-C GaN charger. This fierce device houses three USB-C ports along with one USB-A […]

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The Adonit Log is a new iPad stylus that skips the usual plastic or metal body and instead uses sustainably-sourced wood. It’s like using a pencil with your tablet. But the stylus still includes high-tech features, including a 1-millimeter tip for high accuracy, palm rejection and a long-lasting battery. Adonit Log wooden stylus is for […]

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The music industry has exploded in recent decades, and with numerous courses teaching people how to create their own hits, virtually anyone with a laptop can make something majestic. The challenging part is choosing the right software. EasySplitter Pro offers helpful tools that might become one of your mashup essentials. Lifetime subscriptions are on sale […]

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Apple’s Automatic Verification system for websites is getting a big boost from Cloudflare. The web security company just unveiled Turnstile, a free alternative to those irritating CAPTCHA image tests. This has Apple’s system built in. Turnstile, now in open beta testing, is available to anyone, not just Cloudflare customers. Turnstile is a better alternative to […]

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Square now offers Apple’s Tap to Pay on iPhone system to sellers in the U.S. With it, businesses can accept contactless payments directly on their iPhone – no additional hardware required. Apple launched its new payment method earlier in 2022, and already uses it in its own stores. Apple’s Tap to Pay on iPhone available […]

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You might think a bunch more fine leather would make it expensive. But the Speidel Brown Leather Double Tour Band stays under the $50 mark.

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On September 28, 1997, Apple debuted its iconic "Think Different" TV commercial. The powerful spot is a milestone for Apple advertising.

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Logitech just launched its first mechanical keyboard optimized for Mac. The MX Mechanical Mini features low-profile switches and backlighting. It’s joined by the MX Master 3S mouse and the Lift mouse in Logitech’s new “Designed for Mac” collection. “We’ve created a suite of stylish tools that elevates how you work by adding more functionality, customization […]

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You can amass an array of the world’s most formidable tech gear and photograph it, but if you get a cute animal in the frame — living or inanimate — that’s where all eyes will go. Today’s clean MacBook Pro setup boasts a 34-inch curved ultra-wide display, a custom mechanical keyboard and other cool stuff. […]

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A magnetic wireless charging station like these Momax models can juice up more than just your iPhone. And that proves incredibly convenient.

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Apple Watches seem to get better every year; their only limit appears to be their batteries. If you’re not willing to shell out $799 to get the new Apple Watch Ultra, which boasts up to 60 hours of battery life, you can still get enough juice for multi-day excursions with this Apple Watch-compatible wireless keychain. […]

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Apple has reportedly gone back on its plans to boost iPhone 14 production for the year. The company seemingly nixed the original plan after demand for the “standard” iPhone 14 did not surge after its release. The situation is very different for the iPhone 14 Pro. Apple is not bumping iPhone 14 production this year […]

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Amazon is often the first or second stop for the latest and most interesting products, and much of that rests on its Fulfillment by Amazon wing. The 2023 All-in-One Amazon Dropshipping and Private Label Bundle can show you how to launch your own business on the back of Amazon’s infrastructure. You make the sale. Amazon […]

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Apple listened to a chorus of user complaints by bringing support for Stage Manager to some older iPad models that don’t have the M1 processor. That gives more tablets access to the system that puts iPadOS applications in resizable, floating windows. But the news isn’t all good. The company also decided to delay full support […]

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“Korea’s mermaids,” also affectionally known as “rowdy grandmas,” are elderly free divers who for generations have caught seafood off South Korea’s Jeju Island to feed their community. They’re known in Korean as the haenyeo. Apple TV+ said Tuesday an upcoming documentary film will tell their story, including how younger generations are filling their ranks to […]

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You can save a staggering $149 on the M2 MacBook Air right now. Amazon just discounted certain variants of the very capable laptop to their lowest-ever prices. The entry-level MacBook Air powered by Apple’s M2 chip typically starts at $1,199. Thanks to this deal, you can get it for $1,099. This post contains affiliate links. […]

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The iPad has joined the traditional tools of archeology. Along with shovels, brushes and buckets, the team excavating Pompeii uses Apple’s tablet to record what they find. “iPad is the perfect archaeology machine,” says Allison Emmerson, who is leading the dig at the long-buried Roman city. iPad Pro is an important part of excavating Pompeii […]

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The 2022 iPad Pro that almost certainly will launch in October raises hopes among tablet fans for significant hardware improvements. The basic iPad design is great, but there are nevertheless a few changes that need to be made. Here’s a handful of suggestions that would make the iPad Pro easier to use without mucking up […]

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On September 27, 1979, Steve Jobs and Mac creator Jef Raskin clashed over the direction of the project. Guess who won?

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The Satechi USB-C Aluminum Tool-Free Enclosure allows M.2 PCIe NVMe and SATA solid state drives to be easily added to a Mac or iPad. The rugged enclosure includes a USB-C port for wide compatibility. I installed an SSD into Satechi’s enclosure and tested it in my home office. It was as simple as one could […]

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Another year, another iPhone. And another camera upgrade. But no matter how much Apple upgrades its cameras, its phones will never shoot aerial footage. That’s where camera drones come in handy. They can give you sweeping sky views that you can control from an iPhone app. And this dual-drone bundle by Ninja Dragon is on […]

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Accessories brand Journey rolled out full-grain leather cases for the iPhone 14 soon after Apple rolled out the handsets. The new cases can protect your pricey new handset in falls up to 6 feet. And the minimalistic, modern cases are practical, durable and stylish, Journey said. Journey iPhone 14 leather cases Journey designed the cases […]

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Whether you sing or rap, you need a background track to accompany your music. With Beatopia, you get exclusive access to high-quality beats to pair with your vocals. For a limited time, you can purchase a one-year subscription for $99 (regularly $135), the best price you’ll find on the web. Your own library of beats […]

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To find out what’s inside the new Apple Watch Ultra, you could smash it with a hammer. Or you could do what iFixit did, which is carefully disassemble the new wearable. Among the items found is a battery that dwarfs the one in Apple Watch Series 8. Apple Watch Ultra battery is huge With its […]

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With the festive season starting in India, Apple is running a new offer on its online store in the country. You can enjoy a discount of up to Rs. 7,000 ($93) on your purchases through the store. The offer is eligible on all orders worth at least Rs 41,900. Additionally, the company is offering No […]

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Hackers and scammers keep honing their methods to try to trick you into giving up valuable info. These tips will help you protect yourself.

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Cybersecurity expert Santego shared his computer setup with Cult of Mac recently, unveiling major audio-visual upgrades in the Mac Studio and ultra-wide display rig. He wanted to improve the quality of his overall sound and his video calls. And those additions came on top of a beautifully put together setup with great connectivity, power management […]

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On September 26, 1997, Apple recorded losses of $161 million for the previous quarter. Things were about to look up, though.

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Details on Apple’s 2023 top-tier handset are starting leak out. It will supposedly be dubbed iPhone 15 Ultra and include a pair of front-facing cameras and USB-C. Plus, the base model will have more storage capacity. Although the iPhone 14 series is still brand new, it’s never too soon to start looking ahead. iPhone 15 […]

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Cupertino’s second-generation AirPods Pro, which went on sale Friday in stores, look almost exactly like the original model released in 2019. But they’re upgraded in every way that matters most, thanks mainly to the new H2 processor. Apple may not have gone as far as it could have in some ways, but the new AirPods […]

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Whether you regularly record calls for work or take notes from meetings, a voice recorder may be necessary. This one is the world’s thinnest. And right now, you can grab it on sale for just $39.99 (regularly $52). Record crystal-clear audio Measuring just 0.2 inches thick and weighing a feather-light 3.52 ounces, this unique and […]

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A YouTuber has put the Apple Watch Ultra through an intense test to determine its durability. The wearable was dropped multiple times, repeatedly hit with a hammer, and even put in a jar of nails. The watch emerged unscathed from the ordeal. While not an ideal replica of real-world use, the test gives a good […]

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