If you find yourself nodding along to a conversation you can only half hear, the reason might be a buildup of earwax. Earwax impaction is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. If you want an at-home method that can help prevent earwax buildup from getting out of hand, then you need a […]

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If you find yourself nodding along to a conversation you can only half hear, the reason might be a buildup of earwax. Earwax impaction is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. If you want an at-home method that can help prevent earwax buildup from getting out of hand, then you need a […]

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Ted Lasso has some words of encouragement for the members of the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team headed for the FIFA World Cup next week. Billboards with personal messages from the lead character of the hugely popular Apple TV+ show popped up in the hometowns of players and the head coach over the weekend. The […]

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Ted Lasso has some words of encouragement for the members of the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team headed for the FIFA World Cup next week. Billboards with personal messages from the lead character of the hugely popular Apple TV+ show popped up in the hometowns of players and the head coach over the weekend. The […]

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It’s wonderful how slim and light iPads are, including the capable 11-inch iPad Pro and 10.9-inch iPad Air. But while it may be tempting to carry yours around without any sort of case, it’s risky. So you might consider a slim and lightweight case and stand that protects your tablet and adds a splash of […]

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It’s wonderful how slim and light iPads are, including the capable 11-inch iPad Pro and 10.9-inch iPad Air. But while it may be tempting to carry yours around without any sort of case, it’s risky. So you might consider a slim and lightweight case and stand that protects your tablet and adds a splash of […]

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If any of your accounts is secured with one of these horrible passwords, take World Password Day as an excuse to change it.

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Some people simply can’t stop using stupid, weak passwords. An analysis of the phrases used to secure various accounts in 2022 finds that “password” was used 4.9 million times, making it the most popular. And the rest of the top 10 are all easily guessed, too. Also, using “tinder” as your Tinder password isn’t nearly […]

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Looking to buy a new MacBook Air ahead of Black Friday? Apple’s 2020 M1 MacBook Air is down to $799.99 on Amazon after a $199.01 discount. This deal makes the M1 Air much more affordable and better justifies its dated design. This post contains affiliate links. Cult of Mac may earn a commission when you […]

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It’s funny when you see a student’s computer setup on social media with gear that looks like it costs a bazillion bucks. Like, what, did Elon Musk go back to college for some reason? Maybe to escape the $44 billion dumpster fire that is Twitter? Well, today’s clean and practical MacBook Pro setup is the […]

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An amusing audio teaser from Apple News on Monday introduced the limited podcast After the Whistle, in which Coach Beard from the Apple TV+ hit Ted Lasso — aka actor Brendan Hunt — and veteran English sportscaster Rebecca Lowe will explain everything about the world’s biggest sporting event, the World Cup, as it happens. As […]

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A class-action lawsuit filed in California alleges that, “Apple’s assurances and promises regarding privacy are utterly false.” The lawsuit is based on the work of a security researcher who claims that many of Apple’s own applications send detailed analytics information to the developer even after users ask them to stop. Apple accused of falling short […]

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Taking care of plants requires much more than sprinkling some water on leaves and letting the Sun do the rest. So whether you’re tending a little home garden or want to know if the tree you encountered on your camping trip was a birch or an elm, NatureID can help. This plant identification and education […]

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There’s a lot to love about the internet, but advertisements probably aren’t on your list. Ads are everywhere, and they might even be responsible for some pages loading slowly. Instead of dealing with the delays, you can stop seeing ads online altogether. AdGuard is an advanced ad blocker that also helps keep your information secure, […]

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On September 13, 2013, Apple and Samsung headed back to court to determine the amount of damages Samsung must pay for copying the iPhone.

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Apple job listings offer a peek into the development of the company’s long-rumored AR headset. Cupertino seemingly wants to create augmented reality and 3D content for its mixed-reality device, which could arrive in early 2023. More importantly, one posting indicates Apple could be working on a metaverse competitor. Apple’s ‘metaverse’ could be different Based on […]

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The times you need a flashlight and when you remember to bring one probably don’t overlap much. Sure, you can use your phone, but smartphone flashlights average around 50 lumens of brightness. Instead, you could grab a flashlight that’s hard to forget. The Eight-in-One Maglight Mini is a bright utility flashlight that can clip onto […]

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From phones and earbuds to laptops and tablets, we’re pretty reliant on our gadgets. While we can accomplish plenty with these devices, they can be limited by the number of ports they offer, and you won’t get far without a consistent power source. Normally $70, this MacBook and iPad-compatible charging station is just $59.99 during […]

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On November 12, 1996, Apple laid out a wild plan to get into the restaurant business, saying it would open a chain of Apple Cafes.

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Black Friday, one of the biggest sale days of the year on November 25, is almost here. But Bluetti, maker of power stations and energy storage products, isn’t waiting. It already kicked off the holiday shopping season with a slew of great deals, below. In addition, Bluetti also offers freebies and more in what it […]

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As hybrid work becomes more common, you should consider what setup works best on your work computer, and the apps you use play a huge part in that. For example, Microsoft Office is known the world over for its comprehensive suite of productivity apps. Right now, you can make your Mac hybrid-ready or add Office […]

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There’s a cholera outbreak this week on Apple TV+ epic Shantaram, and impostor doctor Lin Ford finds himself in the thick of it. If he saves lives, he’ll become a hero. If he doesn’t, he’ll be a pariah. Meanwhile, Lisa and Karla make business arrangements that threaten relationships with the people closest to them. Abdullah […]

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Is personal hygiene a priority for you? The older you get, the more important it is to take care of oral health, and the right tools go a long way. For a limited time, you can bundle an AquaSonic Black Series Toothbrush and travel case with eight dupont brush heads for an early Black Friday […]

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With the FIFA World Cup a week away, the latest version of the Sega’s hugely popular sports management game Football Manager 2023 launched for a range of Apple devices. Play to find out if you have what it takes to take a club to the top. It’s available as a stand-alone app or as part […]

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On November 11, 2015, Apple's 12.9-inch iPad Pro went on sale after months of speculation. Shock horror: It even arrived with a stylus!

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Candy-colored Apple TV+ comedy Acapulco takes stock of its situation on an eventful trip to the city this week. Sara is sleeping at Las Colinas illegally, and her mother Nora still wants to put the fear of god into her. Meanwhile, Memo’s feeling down and Maximo’s solution just makes things worse. Also, Chad wants to dance, […]

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If you have an iPhone 11, 12 or 13, now’s your chance to get a little extra protection for its beautiful screen and advanced camera lenses. This week all SwitchEasy screen protectors and lens protectors are on sale in the Cult of Mac Store. So go ahead and check out the 20% off deals on […]

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Apple’s svelte M2 MacBook Air is available with a $149 discount on Amazon. This deal is on the entry-level configuration that typically retails for $1,199. After the discount, you can get the base M2 MacBook Air with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage for $1,049. M2 MacBook Air is beautiful and powerful Apple announced the 2022 […]

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This week on Apple TV+ thriller The Mosquito Coast, the Fox family’s boat suffers some serious damage but the show itself refuses to run aground. Allie suffers a bad bug bite that takes him out of the equation when they need him most. Plus, Charlie finally comes clean about his guilt, and Dina starts being […]

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It’s hard to budget when even staying in to cook dinner costs more than it used to. Since August 2021, food prices have rocketed up 11%, but we’ve got another 11 that might interest you more. To celebrate 11/11, we’ve got a $100 Restaurant.com E-Gift Card for just $11.11, so start planning that fancy date […]

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A great computer setup starts with a solid desk — preferably a standing desk, so you can sit or stand as your aching body requires. Today’s featured setup finds a MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, Studio Display and Dell 4K monitor resting easy on a stout maple standing desk and monitor riser. Wherever you see wood […]

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November 11 (“11.11”) is a special discount day for many products sold all over the world. And so it is for Microsoft software when you visit the 11.11 Sale at software activation keys provider CDKeylord.com. Better yet, as a Cult of Mac reader, you can click on the links below and get an even better […]

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At the launch of Apple silicon in 2020, the Mac-maker committed itself to a two-year transition away from Intel processors. Today marks the first day of year three of that transformation but the Mac Pro still uses Intel chips. Apple missed its deadline. There has not even been a mention from Apple of a replacement […]

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Trying to get your gift shopping done at a discount? Every Friday this November, we’re releasing early price drops on some of our most popular products so you can get ahead of your shopping list before Thanksgiving. One example is this two-pack of Ninja Dragon drones that could be an excellent gift for anyone who […]

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Mythic Quest — the Apple TV+ sitcom about the world’s most popular role-playing video game company and the kooks who staff it — returns today for a third season of behind-the-scenes insanity and power plays. Poppy and Ian are nearly at each other’s throats working together at their new company. And David and Carol are […]

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A second phone line has countless benefits. But before you take out another expensive contract or buy a burner phone, consider Hushed. This private phone line service can give your iPhone a second phone number without costly contracts. Right now, you can purchase a lifetime subscription for just $24.99, down from $150. The benefits of […]

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A second phone line has countless benefits. But before you take out another expensive contract or buy a burner phone, consider Hushed. This private phone line service can give your iPhone a second phone number without costly contracts. Right now, you can purchase a lifetime subscription for just $24.99, down from $150. The benefits of […]

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It’s happened to all of us. Your iPhone battery is on empty and there are plenty of chargers around but no Lightning cable. The same thing can happen with a iPad and even a Mac. The inCharge X from Rolling Square is just what you need. It’s tiny enough for you to take it everywhere, […]

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It’s happened to all of us. Yout iPhone battery is on empty and there are plenty of chargers around but not the cable you need. The same thing can happen with a iPad and even a Mac. The inCharge X from Rolling Square is just what you need. It’s tiny enough for you to take […]

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Perhaps you, like many others, would like to move away from Twitter. If you read news, webcomics or blogs, you can follow all the same stuff with an RSS reader. But if you want to follow people in your community and talk to others online with the same interests, there’s a Twitter alternative you may […]

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Perhaps you, like many others, would like to move away from Twitter. If you read news, webcomics or blogs, you can follow all the same stuff with an RSS reader. But if you want to follow people in your community and talk to others online with the same interests, there’s a Twitter alternative you may […]

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On November 10, 1983, Microsoft told the world about a new product it planned to launch called Windows 1.0. Apple faced a brand-new rival!

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November 10, 1983: Microsoft tells the world about an upcoming product called Windows that will bring the graphical user interface to IBM PCs. Although Microsoft’s announcement about the new operating system comes before Apple launches the Mac in 1984, Windows 1.0 won’t actually ship until November 1985, earning it a reputation as “vaporware.” At the […]

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A new YouTube video commissioned by Apple demonstrates how well Action Mode in iPhone 14 stabilizes tricky, action-packed video shots without any special equipment. And every handset in the iPhone 14 series has the feature, so you, too, can be an action movie director. New ‘Shot on iPhone’ YouTube video shows off iPhone 14’s Action […]

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A new YouTube video commissioned by Apple demonstrates how well Action Mode in iPhone 14 stabilizes tricky, action-packed video shots without any special equipment. And every handset in the iPhone 14 series has the feature, so you, too, can be an action movie director. New ‘Shot on iPhone’ YouTube video shows off iPhone 14’s Action […]

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Apple is investing $450 million into satellite infrastructure to insure its Emergency SOS via satellite service for the iPhone 14 series launches in November as scheduled. A majority of the funding goes to Globalstar, a global satellite service based in Louisiana. iPhone 14 emergency satellite communications coming soon A highlight of all the iPhone 14 […]

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Apple is investing $450 million into satellite infrastructure to insure its Emergency SOS via satellite service for the iPhone 14 series launches in November as scheduled. A majority of the funding goes to Globalstar, a global satellite service based in Louisiana. iPhone 14 emergency satellite communications coming soon A highlight of all the iPhone 14 […]

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With the Christmas holiday season fast approaching, Philips Hue, owned by Signify, broke out its new Festavia string lights. They work with HomeKit, the Home app, Siri voice commands and the Hue app. They’re not cheap, however. A 65-foot cord with 250 LED lights goes for $160. Philips Hue Festavia holiday LED lights The string […]

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With the Christmas holiday season fast approaching, Philips Hue, owned by Signify, broke out its new Festavia string lights. They work with HomeKit, the Home app, Siri voice commands and the Hue app. They’re not cheap, however. A 65-foot cord with 250 LED lights goes for $160. Philips Hue Festavia holiday LED lights The string […]

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Thanks to cooperation between Apple and Microsoft, the Windows 11 Photos app is now able to access photos and videos from iCloud. This is one of several recent cross-platform collaboration moves by the two tech titans. Windows and iPhone really do cooperate There are plenty of Windows users with an iPhone – not everyone with […]

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