A new case is a good way to protect your pricey new iPhone 14 from scrapes and drops. But it’s not the only protective measure you should take, whether or not you pay for Apple Care insurance. You might also want to get a screen protector to safeguard the HDR display and a shield for […]

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A new case is a good way to protect your pricey new iPhone 14 from scrapes and drops. But it’s not the only protective measure you should take, whether or not you pay for Apple Care insurance. You might also want to get a screen protector to safeguard the HDR display and a shield for […]

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On September 16 in 1985 and 1997, Steve Jobs left Apple and then -- years later -- returned to the company he co-founded.

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War seems inevitable on this week’s episode of See, the Apple TV+ show about a world that lost its sight and its mind. Harlan gets closer to divining the nature of the explosive coup being plotted in Trivantes, and deposed queen Sibeth Kane is in the wind and shacking up with a serpent. Baba Voss […]

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War seems inevitable on this week’s episode of See, the Apple TV+ show about a world that lost its sight and its mind. Harlan gets closer to divining the nature of the explosive coup being plotted in Trivantes, and deposed queen Sibeth Kane is in the wind and shacking up with a serpent. Baba Voss […]

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Some well-developed computer setups go for quantity in their displays, with three or more, but others stick with a solo screen and go for quality. And no, with today’s featured setup we’re not talking about a $5,000 Pro Display XDR. We’re talking about a massive, $1,500 OLED display. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of […]

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Some well-developed computer setups go for quantity in their displays, with three or more, but others stick with a solo screen and go for quality. And no, with today’s featured setup we’re not talking about a $5,000 Pro Display XDR. We’re talking about a massive, $1,500 OLED display. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of […]

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CDKeylord serves up fantastic deals on crucial Microsoft software. And Cult of Mac readers save even more with promo code CULT at CDKeylord.com.

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CDKeylord serves up fantastic deals on crucial Microsoft software. And Cult of Mac readers save even more with promo code CULT at CDKeylord.com.

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iPhone 14 models require eSIM rather than physical SIM cards. That means those getting Apple’s latest handsets have to activate them via eSIM – they can’t simply plug in a SIM card to get connected to a wireless network. It’s new to many iPhone users, but Apple released a video that explains how to activate […]

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iPhone 14 models require eSIM rather than physical SIM cards. That means those getting Apple’s latest handsets have to activate them via eSIM – they can’t simply plug in a SIM card to get connected to a wireless network. It’s new to many iPhone users, but Apple released a video that explains how to activate […]

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Five Days at Memorial, the riveting Apple TV+ drama about a hospital staff enduring Hurricane Katrina’s wrath — and the aftermath of their decisions under pressure and hellish conditions — comes to a close this week. In the miniseries finale, entitled “Reckoning,” Dr. Anna Pou may or may not be put on trial for murder. […]

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Five Days at Memorial, the riveting Apple TV+ drama about a hospital staff enduring Hurricane Katrina’s wrath — and the aftermath of their decisions under pressure and hellish conditions — comes to a close this week. In the miniseries finale, entitled “Reckoning,” Dr. Anna Pou may or may not be put on trial for murder. […]

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We all have more photos, documents and data on our devices than ever. To keep them safe, you need a cloud backup plan you can rely upon. One of the most well-reviewed is Degoo, which is offering a lifetime of cloud storage with a one-time payment. You can purchase a lifetime subscription on sale for […]

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We all have more photos, documents and data on our devices than ever. To keep them safe, you need a cloud backup plan you can rely upon. One of the most well-reviewed is Degoo, which is offering a lifetime of cloud storage with a one-time payment. You can purchase a lifetime subscription on sale for […]

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The first set of iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max preorders began arriving for customers around the world Friday morning. Further, the phones are now on sale in more than 30 markets. Apple Watch Series 8 and 2022 Apple Watch SE preorders are also arriving for customers today. iPhone 14 Pro […]

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The first set of iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max preorders began arriving for customers around the world Friday morning. Further, the phones are now on sale in more than 30 markets. Apple Watch Series 8 and 2022 Apple Watch SE preorders are also arriving for customers today. iPhone 14 Pro […]

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Getting the iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max for its Always-On display? True to its name, the display on the new iPhones remains in an always-on state, except in a few situations. In a support document, Apple has detailed the scenarios when the iPhone 14 Pro’s Always-On display will go dark to save […]

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Getting the iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max for its Always-On display? True to its name, the display on the new iPhones remains in an always-on state, except in a few situations. In a support document, Apple has detailed the scenarios when the iPhone 14 Pro’s Always-On display will go dark to save […]

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Walmart added Be Your Own Model to its iPhone application. The goal is to bring the in-store fitting room experience to online shoppers. Customers scan in a photo, AI will analyze it, then the software can show what the user would look like wearing more than 270,000 items. Virtually try on outfits via Walmart iPhone […]

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If you are attempting to gain an edge in a competitive job market or take your business to another level, a firm grasp of Microsoft Excel can help separate you from the pack. And the Essential 2022 Excel Wizard Bundle is built to take users far beyond the formation of standard spreadsheets. Packed with 11 […]

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Speck released a wide assortment of 10 new cases for the iPhone 14 series. All but one of them are designed for MagSafe. The collection includes Presidio cases with 13-foot drop protection and and upgraded version of the colorful CandyShell Pro case. The company said the cases are slim, durable and protective, with Microban antimicrobial […]

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Logitech unveiled its new Brio 500 webcam series and Zone Vibe headphones series for hybrid workers Thursday. The company said “they bring quality, style, affordability, and sustainability to today’s workers for ultramodern collaboration experiences.” “Many remote and hybrid workers are still underequipped and grappling with pre-pandemic era solutions,” said Scott Wharton, Logitech Video Collaboration general […]

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Some new accessories for iPhone 14 are almost unbelievably practical. Why just slap a plain-jane case on your handset when you get much more use out of a Laut MagSafe Urban Folio? The Urban Folio is both a protective case and a handy, detachable wallet for your cards and cash. And you can get right […]

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On this day in 2014, Apple provided a tool for wiping "Songs of Innocence" from iPhones. The U2 spam album provoked a wild Apple controversy.

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Apple seeded iOS 16.1 to developers on Wednesday and could give the general public access on Thursday. But you should think twice about installing it if you intend to get an iPhone 14 as soon as it’s released. It’s likely the new handset will launch running an earlier version of iOS, which might cause you difficulties. […]

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The upcoming Apple Watch Ultra garners most of the oohs and aahs, and the Apple Watch SE takes the cake as Cupertino’s best-selling wearable, but gosh darn it, people like the Apple Watch Series 8, too. And by people, I mean reviewers. Early reviews of Apple Watch Series 8 started coming in Thursday morning. They […]

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Love reading? BookFusion may be the ideal app for you. It puts your entire ebook collection at your fingertips, on any device you own.

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The first reviews of the new 2022 version of Apple Watch SE highlight was a value the device is. Engadget calls it “a $400 smartwatch for $250.” Considering your first model? Or an upgrade from an older one? Read on to see if the revamped Apple Watch SE is right for you. Apple Watch SE: […]

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If last week’s Apple Watch Series 8 announcement left you reeling from sticker shock, you might want to reconsider what features you actually need from your smartwatch. For example, this GTS 2 by Amazfit offers plenty of smartwatch features — without the Apple tax. Usually $99, it’s currently on sale for just $54.99. That’s the […]

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The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro lineup are yet to go on sale. But Apple already has an update ready for its latest iPhones. Your new iPhone 14 will receive a day-one update to iOS 16.0.1 as soon as you set it up. iOS 16.0.1 is only for iPhone 14 series Apple is shipping […]

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Apple continues its testing of iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16 with a new beta release. The new builds come a week after the latest beta. The third iOS 16.1 beta and fourth iPadOS 16.1 beta bring some major changes, including opening up Stage Manager to 2018 and 2020 iPad Pros. Below is a look at […]

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Hot on the heels of iOS 16’s public release, Apple has seeded the first beta of iOS 16.1 to developers. The Cupertino giant also seeded iPadOS 16.1 beta 2 and watchOS 9.1 beta 1 to developers. The upcoming iOS 16 build packs several new features and changes, including some that Apple first showcased at WWDC22. […]

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Grocery shopping can be quite a hassle. From overpriced items and unavailable products to underwhelming customer service and time-consuming trips, there are plenty of reasons people avoid making such trips until their cupboards are bare or they’re tired of ordering out. A Sam’s Club Plus membership simplifies that process. It sets users up for major […]

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Apple seeded the first beta of iOS 16.1 to developers on Wednesday. This signals the start of testing for some iPhone features Apple already announced but didn’t debut in iOS 16. This includes Clean Energy Charging. And there’s good news for some iPhones that couldn’t display battery percentage in the Status Bar. Moving ahead with […]

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Looking for romance, adventure and more than a little life-threatening danger? That’s easy, just head to Bombay in the 1980s. Apple TV+ offered first-look images and an action-packed trailer Wednesday for the upcoming series Shantaram. It ticks all those boxes. The 12-episode first season starring Charlie Hunnam (Sons of Anarchy) debuts October 14. Watch the […]

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Early reviews of the new iPhone 14 are rolling in. The consensus? It’s a capable iPhone — basically an iPhone 13 with minimal improvements (and nowhere near as cool as the feature-rich iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max). So it’s not quite worth an upgrade from an iPhone 13, or maybe even the fairly similar […]

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Emoji are about visual communication, and the some of the new ones just approved say “Talk to the hand.” And there’s a new way to express love, too. Or there’s good news for everyone desperately waiting on a moose emoji. Other new additions approved by the Unicode Consortium include a shaking face, a donkey, a […]

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We’ve covered many a computer setup with multiple displays, even as many as six. But we don’t come across many purpose-built portable displays, perhaps because iPads often serve that purpose. But today’s featured gaming setup uses an M1 Mac mini to drive two LG UltraWide monitors and a 15.6-inch Full HD portable screen, claiming no […]

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On September 14, 2010, the "Steve Jobs ninja stars" story erupted over an alleged incident at Japan's Kansai International Airport.

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Wondershare Repairit is an easy-to-use app that can quickly fix damaged video files on your Mac or PC. See how to fix corrupted MP4 files.

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The first reviews of the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max praise the replacement for the screen notch and the always-on display. Most are unimpressed with the 48-megapixel camera, though. Some early feedback from reviewers on Apple’s newest top-tier handsets might help you decide if you want to upgrade. iPhone 14 Pro: iPhone […]

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Gain lifetime access to all 14 of the languages offered in the Babbel app with this great limited-time deal.

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While operating systems may change, your website should always be running and easy to upgrade. With a WordPress hosting service like PixelHost, you’ll get the tools you need to build, launch and run WordPress sites for any purpose, whether you’re running a blog, promoting a small business or highlighting a podcast. You can get a […]

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Ugreen rolled out its new Nexode 140W Charger Tuesday, saying it “can charge as fast as any charger currently on the market, while also being able to fast charge three devices at once.” The compact charger has three ports to charge MacBooks, iPads, iPhones and other devices. I plan to review it soon. This post […]

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The Mophie Powerstation Pro boasts 20,000 mAh of power and dual USB-C ports to quickly deliver it to a MacBook or other computer at up to 45W. I put this hefty power bank through real-world testing with my Apple devices. He’s how it stood up. Mophie Powerstation Pro review The best MacBook or iPad the […]

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With iOS 17 now available to all, you might no longer want to be enrolled in Apple’s beta program. Here's how to pull your iPhone out.

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Casetify made a bold claim when it released its Bounce Case for the iPhone 14 series on September 7, along with its upgraded Impact and Ultra Impact series cases. It said the Bounce is “the world’s most protective case for the mass market.” “Tested to withstand over 156 drops on all angles and falls from […]

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Mifa’s brilliant Hybrid Sport band for Apple Watch lets you enjoy the look and feel of vintage leather without the drawbacks. A silicone backing means it’s ideal for both formal functions and the toughest workouts. It’s sweat-resistant, incredibly comfortable, and amazingly affordable. It also comes in a wide range of color options (including green and […]

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On September 13, 1983, Osborne Computer Corporation, one of Apple’s early rivals, declared bankruptcy. The Osborne 1 went down as a failure.

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