Traveling for the holidays can be fun, but it has its challenges. Some of those are a bit easier to manage if you have the distraction of your phone handy, but batteries have to die eventually. The Stand-O-Matic is a free-standing wireless charger that allows you to use your iPhone as it charges, so if […]

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Apple TV+’s Mosquito Coast finds sanctuary at long last this week, but is it everything it appears to be? The Foxes are still learning hard lessons the hard way, surrounded at once by people who are like them and not —  and who know their place, unlike the Foxes. Dina, Margot and Charlie have their doubts […]

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Three lucky winners in this week’s giveaway will be able to cast aside the Siri Remote forever. We’re giving away three Function101 Button Remotes for Apple TV. But even if you don’t win, you can still free yourself from one of Apple’s most divisive devices. Retailing at just $29.95, the Button Remote is a deal […]

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In this week’s edition of Apple TV+ limited series Shantaram, Lin recovers from cholera with Karla’s help, and she’s discovering she isn’t the moral person she’d been hoping she was deep down. Shah and Khan go to war over water, Prabhu gets a win, Ravi makes a chilling discovery, and Lisa and Modena have an […]

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Sick of awkward remote meetings and lockdown-style chats with loved ones? You can make video chatting more natural with the Three-in-One Self Videographer. With this gadget, you won’t be forced to sit stiffly in front of your camera during video calls. And that newfound freedom doesn’t need to cost a fortune. You can get this […]

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Mujjo is known for leather iPhone cases and wallets. It also makes sleeves and cases, and now it offers a new pair of vegan leather sleeves — one for a 14-inch MacBook Pro and one for a 16-inch MacBook Pro. The elegant Envoy Laptop Sleeves, which look like they’d be equally at home in a […]

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It’s girlboss brunch time on this week’s Mythic Quest, the Apple TV+ show about the overworked, undervalued and confused team of executives and developers who keep a gaming company afloat. Jo, Poppy and Rachel go to brunch together and make some discoveries about themselves and each other. Meanwhile, Ian and Dana search for inspiration in […]

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Totallee, known for its ultra-slim, lightweight and branding-free iPhone cases as well as charging accessories, is about to launch a big-time Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale. Between November 21 and 28, products will go for half off their regular prices on Totallee’s website as well as Amazon and Walmart. Totallee iPhone cases Black Friday […]

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Apple TV+ comedy Acapulco, about an old millionaire reminiscing about his early life as a wage slave at a popular resort in the ’80s, takes two trips down memory lane this week. Diane relives her glory days before Las Colinas, while Maximo remembers a moral dilemma that cost him and rewarded him in equal measure. There’s […]

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Apple’s 16-inch MacBook Pro is getting a massive $499 discount on Amazon ahead of Black Friday. The attractive discount drops the entry-level 16-inch MacBook Pro price to $1,999.99—$499 cheaper than its MSRP. You can also grab the 1TB storage configuration for $400 off. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of Mac may earn a commission […]

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A new external display for your computer setup is usually a joy to behold. It is, after all, what you look at most. And you probably just replaced your old one with a bigger, brighter and more beautiful new one. But sometimes buyer’s remorse creeps in. Is it actually the best screen for your needs […]

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Cult of Mac readers get great deals on Windows 10 and other Microsoft software. Just enter promo code CULT at CdkeySales.com.

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On November 18, 2003, Apple debuted its 20-inch iMac G4. The sunflower-inspired design looked familiar, but the screen was noticeably larger.

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Interrupting Chicken, the new Apple TV+ children’s show about a family of chickens who get lost in the power of books and storytelling, is a winning combination of beautiful animation, good voice acting, and charming and warm-hearted stories. Based on the Caldecott Medal-winning book series of the same name, written and illustrated by David Ezra […]

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Apple Watch too expensive? Try the MagPro, an activity-tracking smartwatch with many of the same features.

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Spirited, the Apple TV+ musical comedy remake of A Christmas Carol, is a depressingly literal, overly sarcastic and nightmarishly unfunny look at the lives of the people who work from beyond the grave to make Christmas cheer. In the film, which hits the streaming service today, Will Ferrell plays a spirit who’s lost his mojo when […]

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Around 1.4 billion people use Microsoft Office daily to create and share documents, crunch numbers and more. Mac owners don’t need to miss out on the Office party — or even pay a lot for the popular software suite. For a limited time, you can pick up a pair of lifetime licenses to Microsoft Office […]

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The famed Mayo Clinic showed us a new way artificial intelligence (AI) and Apple Watch can help save patients’ lives, according to a new study. Instead of relying only on expensive tests conducted in clinical settings, doctors may be able to turn to AI and Apple Watch electrocardiogram (ECG) recordings to help determine which patients […]

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The Moft Snap Float Folio is a case that can be folded into a stand that raise the iPad up to 3.8 inches so it's easier to see. If that’s not enough, the case/stand also folds into multiple other configurations

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You’ve heard the outcry before — the robots are coming to take our jobs! But as it turns out, the joke is mainly on the robots. Most of us would be more than happy to give up some, or even all, of our responsibilities and let a dedicated computer brain pick up the slack for […]

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Digiarty's easy-to-use VideoProc Converter takes the pain out of dealing with the dizzying array of video file formats on Mac or PC.

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All those incomplete app downloads and files you never open aren’t doing your Mac’s local storage any favors. Declutter your digital space with CleanMyMac X, a Mac optimization tool that works like a digital detailing service. We’re releasing early Black Friday price drops on popular gadgets and apps all month, and CleanMyMac X is high […]

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I haven't used all of Apple's keyboards, but I've come close. Here's my review of every one of them -- ranked from worst to best.

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Apple will bundle gift cards of up to $250 with the purchase of certain products during its special shopping event for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The deals on eligible Macs, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches and AirPods will stay live for four days, starting on Friday, November 25. Get a $250 gift card with your […]

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2023 iPhone 15 Pro models could feature faster data transfer speeds over a wired connection. Current iPhone models only support USB 2.0 transfer speeds over Lightning. Rumors indicate Apple will transition to the USB Type-C connector across its entire iPhone lineup next year. But the faster data transfer speeds could be limited to the Pro […]

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Working from home may statistically make you more productive, but cobbling together a home office can take up a lot of space. If you want to improve your online conference lighting, keep your mobile devices charged and position your phone so it can serve as a second screen, consider the Edge Full Kit. This modular […]

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Røde’s new NT-USB+ microphone brings exciting new features to the company’s well-reviewed NT-USB from 2014. Like its predecessor, the NT-USB+ is an all-in-one microphone for streaming, capturing vocals, playing instruments and recording podcasts. The refreshed version adds higher bit depth, a built-in low noise/high gain preamp and a high-powered headphone jack to the classic model. […]

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Case-Mate introduced a bit of a blast from the past Wednesday with its new 30-watt Fuel Brites USB-C Wall Chargers. The compact, potent GaN adapters are see-through and come in four cheery colors that bring to mind the iMac G3. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of Mac may earn a commission when you use […]

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Apple TV+ and the top pro soccer league in the United States, Major League Soccer (MLS), said Wednesday the MLS Season Pass subscription service showing all matches with no blackouts launches February 1, 2023. The launch, which includes features on multiple Apple services, kicks off a 10-year partnership between Apple and MLS. Apple and MLS […]

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Looking to buy an Apple Watch Series 8 for your loved one this holiday season? Amazon has discounted the smartwatch by $50, bringing its price down to as low as $349. The $50 off is available on the watch’s GPS and cellular variants. And if you place your order now, Amazon will deliver the wearable […]

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Emancipation starring Will Smith portrays one man’s fight through unthinkable terrors to reunite with his family. It is based on the real-life story of Peter, whose saga of escaping slavery made headlines around the world in 1863. A trailer for the upcoming Apple TV+ film premiered Wednesday revealing top-quality acting and cinematography. Emancipation staring Will Smith […]

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If you want to be an artist, you need to know how to get your work in front of the right audience. For many artists, that starts with a .art web domain, offering instant identity and credibility to any creative individual looking to showcase their work. Get a .art domain name While a domain name […]

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Accessories maker Meross now allows you to order one of the first smart plugs designed for the new Matter smart home wireless networking standard. And not only that. The plug, which the company said will ship on December 31, appears to be one of the first smart gadgets to sport the Matter logo. And right […]

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Powerful MacBook Pro — check. Extremely capable USB dock — check. Dazzling displays properly mounted in different orientations — check. Two of the best input devices you can buy — check. Today’s featured computer setup seems to have it all without going overboard, and it all rests easily on a solid standing desk from New […]

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There’s something especially convenient about having a multi-device charging station on your nightstand. Or you could place at the edge of your desk or on a table by the front door. It’s a place you can charge your iPhone, AirPods charging case and Apple Watch all at once if need be. Ugreen sent me its […]

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Corsair Gaming subsidiary Elgato unveiled the latest version of its popular Stream Deck streaming and workflow controller Wednesday, dubbing it Stream Deck+. It retains eight of the familiar customizable LCD keys that other versions have. But it adds a touch strip, which is a screen, and four “infinite dials” to help you tweak and adjust […]

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There are going to be many sad Apple fans this Christmas. An iPhone 14 Pro or Pro Max ordered today won’t arrive until after Christmas – six weeks from now. Problems at a giant iPhone assembly plant in China mean the supply of the two iPhone 14 Pro models is falling far behind demand. No […]

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Knowing multiple languages is more than just a valuable, marketable skill. Research shows mastering another language brings noticeable benefits for your working memory. The problem is that learning a new language as an adult is tough. However, it’s easier when your language lessons are catered to your skill level, learning style and schedule. That’s exactly […]

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Apple added new customization options for the iPhone 14 Pro’s Always On Display in iOS 16.2 beta 3. Until now, you could only enable or disable the feature on the new iPhones. The latest iOS 16.2 beta, released to developers Tuesday, provides toggles for disabling wallpaper and notifications in Always On Display mode, enabling a […]

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Shopping on a budget is tough, and it doesn’t get easier when you’re planning to feed a fleet of holiday guests flying into town soon. Friends and family are on their way, and it’s time to find out how you will fill your table with tasty treats without breaking the bank. With a Costco Gold […]

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Shopping on a budget is tough, and it doesn’t get easier when you’re planning to feed a fleet of holiday guests flying into town soon. Friends and family are on their way, and it’s time to find out how you will fill your table with tasty treats without breaking the bank. With a Costco Gold […]

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How much would you pay for a used pair of shoes? A few bucks, probably. What if they were owned by Steve Jobs? The amount you might be willing to put down surely goes up quite a bit. But would it go up to almost $220,000? That’s what a pair of Birkenstocks owned by the […]

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Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack for iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 is down to its lowest price ahead of Black Friday. The battery pack is available for $71 — a massive 28% off its $99 MSRP. This is the cheapest price Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack has dropped to so far. Stocks are unlikely to last long, […]

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There are plenty of nylon and canvas Apple Watch bands out there, but they don’t all have Fortitude. Tefeca Fortitude, that is. It’s a line of extra-tough and handsome bands that are super-comfortable — especially the Ultra Wide versions, which are as wide as an Apple Watch Ultra case. And a wide band isn’t just […]

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There are plenty of nylon and canvas Apple Watch bands out there, but they don’t all have Fortitude. Tefeca Fortitude, that is. It’s a line of extra-tough and handsome bands that are super-comfortable — especially the Ultra Wide versions, which are as wide as an Apple Watch Ultra case. And a wide band isn’t just […]

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You’ve got the Mac — now you just need the software to maximize your computing. The Premium Limited Edition Mac Bundle comes with a lifetime license to Microsoft Office, a top-notch virtual private network, a password manager and more, and the whole thing is on sale for the low price of just $59.99. Just look […]

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iPhone 14 models can now use Apple’s Emergency SOS via satellite service. It allows users of the latest iOS handsets to exchange texts with emergency services while outside of cellular and Wi-Fi coverage. The new feature debuted Tuesday in the United States. Apple says the satellite SOS service will become available in France, Germany, Ireland […]

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iPhone 14 models can now use Apple’s Emergency SOS via satellite service. It allows users of the latest iOS handsets to exchange texts with emergency services while outside of cellular and Wi-Fi coverage. It debuted Tuesday in the United States, but Apple just promised it’ll also be available in France, Germany, Ireland and the UK […]

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Over the years, numerous celebrities have been caught promoting flagship Android phones on Twitter while tweeting from their iPhones. This could soon become a thing of the past, due to a change proposed by Twitter CEO Elon Musk. The new Twitter owner plans to remove the “Twitter for iPhone” or “Twitter for Android” label below […]

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Ahead of the holiday season, Apple is providing up to 10% discounts to businesses on 2021 MacBook Pro models. The offer is only applicable on bulk orders. Apple rarely provides such deep discounts to companies, especially in the lucrative holiday quarter. Apple’s special Mac campaign for small businesses The 10% off is on top of […]

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