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- Friday November 22
- 05:15 pmNext episode of Silo comes early for Thanksgiving weekend
Apple TV+ tweaked the "Silo" episode 3 schedule, bumping it up to Wednesday to make sure holiday revelers have plenty of time to watch. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:08 pmMagSafe Charger 2m and 1m On Sale!
The MagSafe Charger is available on Amazon at a discounted price. The 2m wireless charger is on sale for $39.99 while the 1m MagSafe is on sale for only $31.99. Enjoy the convenience of wireless charging with MagSafe, eliminating the stress of tangled wires and featuring exceptional magnet strength with perfect alignment for seamless attachment […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:07 pmApple AirTag 2 will reportedly launch early in 2025
The AirTag 2 is believed to be in development, more than three and a half years since the AirTag was first released in 2021, and will launch next year with new features. According to a report last year by Ming-Chi Kuo, an Apple Supply Chain Analyst, mass production for the second-gen AirTag has changed its […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:06 pmApple’s lightning adapter to 3.5mm headphone jack labeled sold out
Apple is ceasing production of the lightning adapter connecting to headphone jack which was launched in 2016 with the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus models, with the company’s online stores in most countries, including the United States, listing the adapter as “sold out” recently. The 3.5mm adapter is still available in a few countries like […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:05 pmRoundup: Govee's selection of smart lights makes the holidays brighter
Govee products can finally join Apple Home thanks to Matter, so here are a few great holiday decoration options from Christmas tree lights to permanent outdoor LEDs.Bring smarts to your holiday lighting with Govee's Matter-compatible lightsGovee gave me the chance to try out a selection of smart lights just in time for holiday decorations to go up. Some are standard lights that can stay up year-round, while a couple are purpose-built for Christmas decor.I've got a lot of Apple Home products like smart lights, cameras, and locks, but I've never taken the leap to holiday decor or more permanent lighting. Govee has a lot of options, but here are five that'll brighten your holidays. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:05 pmApple hit by lawsuit regarding crackling on AirPods Pro
Apple is being accused of false advertising by a class action lawsuit, claiming that the first generation AirPods Pro have audio defects or crackling issues, which goes against the Cupertino company’s marketing claims and has misled consumers. The US case was filed on the first of November in the District Court, in the California Northern […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:02 pmIndia to offer $4-$5 billion in incentives to companies to make electronic components locally | Mac Daily NewsIndia to offer $4-$5 billion in incentives to companies to make electronic components locally
India plans to invest up to $5 billion to incentivize domestic production of electronic components. This move aims to reduce reliance on… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:00 pmHomeKit Weekly: Prepare for outdoor Christmas lights with the Leviton Matter-enabled Wi-Fi plug | 9 to 5 MacHomeKit Weekly: Prepare for outdoor Christmas lights with the Leviton Matter-enabled Wi-Fi plug
As everyone turns to Thanksgiving, I am already starting to see retail stores slowly bring out some Christmas items, and there’s one thing you need to have ready to go ahead of time – an outdoor smart plug. For outdoor Christmas decorations, Christmas trees, etc. – smart plugs that can handle moisture and cold weather are a must-have. Leviton has an excellent option for outdoor decorations with a . more…04:59 pmApple ramping up India manufacturing expansion to avoid Trump tariffs on China
Indian media has revealed that Apple is in talks with more than 40 firms in the region to become component suppliers for devices including the iPhone, ahead of a Trump administration applying tariffs to Chinese imports.Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: AppleTariffs that are notionally applied to a country are paid by the US firm importing the goods. Consequently any China tariff would raise the cost to Apple of importing iPhones, and consequently the price of iPhones would increase steeply.According to Indian publication MoneyControl, however, Apple is working to circumvent the issue by replacing China with more suppliers within India. Apple is reportedly in talks with over 40 suppliers, ranging from major technology firms and large conglomerates, to IT companies and electronics manufacturing service (EMS) providers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:55 pmPlex unveils dramatic redesign for iPhone app, rebuilt from the ground up
Plex has announced a big update coming soon to its iPhone app. The app features a dramatic redesign with changes to navigation, more artwork, and more. Structurally, the app has also been completely rewritten from the ground up. The current focus is on the new mobile experience, but Plex says a revamped TV experience is coming “very soon.” more…04:54 pmToday in Apple history: iTunes cracks top 10 on list of US music retailers
On November 22, 2005, the iTunes Music Store first ranked as one of the top 10 U.S. music retailers. iTunes sales numbers will only grow. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:46 pmBlack Friday Week Deals: M4 Mac mini $500 low, iPad 10 $250, AirPods Max $150 off, 16GB M3 MacBook Air $844, more | 9 to 5 MacBlack Friday Week Deals: M4 Mac mini $500 low, iPad 10 $250, AirPods Max $150 off, 16GB M3 MacBook Air $844, more
Amazon’s rage on today with ongoing all-time lows on Apple Watch Series 10, the black Apple Watch Ultra 2, and AirPods Pro 2. But we have spotted some new deals you’ll want to check out today headlined by the best price we have tracked to date on the M4 Mac mini at $500 alongside now even lower prices on the 16GB M3 MacBook Air from $844. We also have $299 price drops on Apple Studio Display, $150 price drops on AirPods Max, a new Amazon all-time low on iPad 10, and a whole lot more. Scope it all out down below. more…04:35 pmThis versatile 20,000mAh Anker power bank is over 40% off for Black Friday
Macworld Charging up any of your devices on the go doesn’t have to be difficult, especially when you can get the 20,000mAh Anker Prime power bank for $110 at Amazon ahead of Black Friday. That’s a $75 discount from its MSRP, so you’ll be saving quite a bit of money and keep your devices charged no matter where you go, from iPhones to iPads and MacBooks. The power bank has a 200W total output, so whatever you charge with it will go to 100% in no time. The power bank features multiple charging ports, including two Type-C and one USB-A, so you can fill up several devices at once. The Type-C ports, for instance, support 100W fast charging, which means they’re perfect to use for your MacBook. The Anker Prime is made up of two parts, the power bank that you can take with you anywhere you go and the wireless charging base that can rest on a desk. The base can charge the power bank itself in just 75 minutes, so you can be on your way in no time—and it’s a cool-looking addition to your setup as well. So don’t miss out on this versatile power bank that can charge both laptops and smartphones while you’re on the go, especially now that it’s available for $110 ahead of Black Friday. Get the Anker 20,000mAh power bank for $75 offBuy it now at Amazon04:31 pmiOS 18.2 upgrades Apple Mail with its biggest redesign ever, here’s what’s new
iOS 18.2 is a huge release for users. New Apple Intelligence features are a major highlight, but so too is the Mail app, which gets its biggest redesign ever. Here’s everything that’s new. more…04:30 pmM4 Mac mini user opts for stellar mini webcam [Setups]
Today's thoroughly satisfied M4 Mac mini user relies on an Obsbot webcam, the Tiny 2 Lite. It's small but powerful. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:41 pmUK could force major iPhone changes
A newly released government report on the iPhone in the UK could result in sweeping changes to Safari and other web browsers. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:21 pmMore sophisticated iPhone 17 Pro cameras see LG Innotech upgrade production facilities
LG Innotech is the main supplier of Apple’s camera modules, and a new report says the company is upgrading its production facilities in order to be ready for next year’s iPhone 17 Pro cameras. We don’t yet know much about the cameras for the iPhone 17 line-up, but the report suggests that one thing won’t change … more…03:03 pmLowest price ever: iPad 10th Generation drops to $249 with Amazon coupon
Amazon has discounted Apple's iPad 10th Generation to the lowest price on record thanks to a Black Friday on-page coupon.Grab the lowest price on record for the iPad 10th GenAfter initially dropping the 10th Generation iPad to $279 earlier this week, Amazon has gone one step further by discounting the standard 64GB Wi-Fi model by another $30 with on-page coupons available on select colorways. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:01 pmPresident Trump’s return could extend US stocks’ dominance over global rivals – Reuters | Mac Daily NewsPresident Trump’s return could extend US stocks’ dominance over global rivals – Reuters
U.S. stocks are extending their lead over global peers and some investors believe that dominance could grow with President Trump's return… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:42 pmApple's Browser Rules Stifle Innovation on iOS, Says UK Regulator
Apple's restrictions on mobile browsers are limiting innovation and holding back new features that could benefit iPhone users, according to provisional findings published today by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). From a report: In its report, the CMA's independent inquiry group determined that Apple's Safari browser policies prevent competing browsers from implementing certain features, such as faster webpage loading technologies. The investigation also revealed that many UK app developers would prefer to offer progressive web apps as an alternative to App Store distribution, but Apple's current iOS limitations make this impractical. Adding to competitive concerns, the regulator highlighted a revenue-sharing agreement between Apple and Google that "significantly reduces their financial incentives to compete" in the mobile browser space on iOS. The CMA also found that both companies can manipulate how users are presented with browser choices, making their own offerings appear as the clearest or easiest options. Read more of this story at Slashdot.