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- 05:53 pmCharge your iPhone and your MacBook in one go with this $48 Baseus deal
Macworld Some deals just keep getting sweeter, it seems, as the Baseus PicoGo W2 wireless charger for your iPhone and laptop is available to buy for $48 at Amazon, a 31 percent discount from its $70 MSRP. This one was already available with a 14 percent discount, but an extra 20 percent off is available via an on-page coupon, so don’t forget to check that box. The PicoGo charger is tiny and portable, and it opens up, allowing you to attach your phone to it and charge it while also keeping it at an angle so it’s easy to check. The magnetic charger delivers a maximum of 15W power. The built-in retractable cable can be plugged into a laptop, providing 67W charging, eliminating the need for an extra cable, and helping you actually keep a tidy desk. Of course, instead of a laptop, you can plug in another phone, earbuds, or even your keyboard when it needs some juice. The Baseus charging stand is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry anywhere you need to go. So snatch the Baseus PicoGO W2 charger for $48 at Amazon while you still can. Charge your iPhone and your laptop in one goBuy it now at Amazon05:39 pmFordPass app updated with Control Center toggles, new Home Screen widget
Ford fans rejoice: it’s our turn to add widgets for our cars to Control Center. Ford is rolling out a new version of the FordPass app with Control Center toggles as well as a new Home Screen widget. more…05:26 pmWhat a VPN kill switch is, and why you need it
A kill switch can help prevent your privacy from being breached when your encrypted VPN connection stops working. This is why your VPN needs it.An iPad disconnected from the InternetThe basic idea of a virtual private network (VPN) service is that your connection is more private. Using a secure encrypted VPN connection, your online actions are not able to be monitored by other web traffic.However, there are occasions where you may not have the protection of a VPN. Rather than the encrypted tunnel to a different server, you may suddenly find yourself directly accessing the internet without the VPN. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:19 pmApple preps new smart home IP camera in 2026
Apple is making its first foray into the smart home IP camera market, with mass production scheduled for 2026, targeting annual… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:05 pmToday in Apple history: Cupertino salivates over the restaurant biz
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. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:00 pmGrab Nomad’s limited edition ‘Magma’ Apple Watch band and iPhone case while you can
Following the launch of Nomad’s completely fresh Apple Watch band in August, a new limited version has arrived alongside a matching iPhone case. The Rocky Point Band and iPhone Sport Case are now available in Magma. more…04:50 pmApple Gets EU Warning To Stop Geo-Blocking on App, iTunes Stores
Apple was notified by the European Union that its geo-blocking practices are potentially in breach of consumer protection rules, adding to the iPhone maker's regulatory issues in the bloc. From a report: Apple's App Store, iTunes Store and other media services unlawfully discriminate against European customers based on their place of residence, according to a European Commission statement on Tuesday. The notification comes as Apple is facing the first-ever fine under the Digital Markets Act, or DMA, for failing to allow app developers to steer users to cheaper deals, Bloomberg News reported last week. That penalty is set to come months after the Cupertino, California-based company was hit with a $1.9 billion fine for similar abuses under the bloc's traditional competition rules. The geo-locating investigation was conducted together with a network of national consumer authorities and found Apple media services only allow users to use payment cards issued in the countries they registered their Apple accounts, according to the statement. The App Store also blocks users from downloading apps offered in other countries, the investigation found. Read more of this story at Slashdot.04:48 pmGet an inside look at Bad Sisters season 2 [Video]
A new "Bad Sisters" season 2 video gives an inside look at the unfolding story and welcomes a new cast member, Irish actor Fiona Shaw. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:46 pmDeals: Apple Watch Series 10 all colors at best price ever, AirTag $19, M4 iMac $200 off, M3 MacBook Air, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: Apple Watch Series 10 all colors at best price ever, AirTag $19, M4 iMac $200 off, M3 MacBook Air, more
Today’s best deals are kicking off with bang in the form of a brand new all-time low on both the 42mm and 46mm Apple Watch Series 10 starting from $349 – this includes the Jet Black, Silver, and Rose Gold models. Then we move over to some of the best prices ever on AirTag – singles are down at $19 and the 4-pack is $70 – alongside a new all-time low on the 16GB/512GB M3 MacBook Air at $400 off the original price. Next is up to $200 in savings on the brand new M4 iMac, a host of charging gear, accessories, and more. Head below for a closer look in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…04:38 pmUltimate guide on how to use an external SSD as a working drive on macOS Sequoia
It is easily possible to double the cost of a new M4 Mac mini by buying Apple storage — but if you know what you're doing, you can buy external drives, and save hundreds of dollars by working off those. Here's how.External drives are vastly cheaper than Apple's storage upgrade pricesApple's New Mac mini is a stunning bargain for its price and its performance — but maybe only in its base configuration. Once you start adding anything like more storage, you hit Apple's excessive upgrade charges and the bargain diminishes, or even goes away entirely.It is true that Apple has made things better, both by increasing the amount of RAM that base model gets, and also by making 256GB the smallest amount of storage you can buy. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:20 pmHere are 5 ways Vision Intelligence will make your life easier [Video]
I have been using Apple’s new Visual Intelligence feature since the moment iOS 18.2 Developer Beta released a few weeks...04:20 pmHere are 5 ways Visual Intelligence will make your life easier [Video]
I have been using Apple’s new Visual Intelligence feature since the moment iOS 18.2 Developer Beta released a few weeks...04:03 pmRode just made the AirPods of lav mics for your iPhone
We’re living in the future, folks. Rode just announced its new Wireless Micro hardware, and it’s basically the AirPods of lav mics for your iPhone. The product consists of two wireless lavaliere microphones, a USB-C wireless receiver that connects to your iPhone or iPad, and a compact charging case that recharges over USB-C. I’ve been trying out the Rode Wireless Micro for a few weeks now, and I’m honestly blown away by the state-of-the-art technology here… more…04:01 pmMessi’s early exit from MLS playoffs a blow to Apple TV
In a blow to Apple TV and Major League Soccer, Lionel Messi's inaugural MLS playoff campaign came to a disappointing end, as Inter Miami… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:56 pmApple Music Classical is now available in CarPlay
Apple Music Classical users will now find it easier to listen to their choice of music while driving, with it now being added to CarPlay.Apple Music ClassicalClassical music listeners can use both Apple Music and Apple Music Classical to discover and listen to compositions. However, only Apple Music has been enabled in CarPlay, so users have been forced to use the main app to access classical music behind the wheel.In a Tuesday update, Apple has made Apple Music Classical available to use in CarPlay. The integration means users can access their library, playlists, and other recommendations from the Apple Music Classical app itself in the CarPlay interface. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:23 pmiPhone SE 4 production timeline hints at March release date
Apple’s next iPhone might just be the best option for most buyers, and it should be here soon. A new report on iPhone SE 4 production points to a likely March debut. Here are the details. more…03:21 pmiOS 18.2 beta feature helps you remember songs based on where you heard them
Macworld Ever since Apple acquired Shazam in 2018, the company has been actively developing the music recognition service and baking its features into its operating systems. At this point, users can identify songs on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS without installing the Shazam app—thanks to Siri and the dedicated Control Center toggle. With iOS 18.2 beta, Apple is further elevating the built-in Music Recognition utility. As discovered by Macworld, iOS 18.2 lets the Music Recognition applet geotag songs based on where users discover them. When a user taps and holds on the dedicated Music Recognition Control Center toggle, and then clicks History for the first time, a new splash screen appears. The page highlights existing features, such as song history and support for iCloud sync, and adds a new feature called Musical Memories. Once you allow location access, it will automatically enable a geotagging feature that will tag songs with location data. So, going forward, when you discover songs through the Music Recognition tool, it’ll attach your location to the song history so you’ll be able to place the song in a specific place to remember where you were when you heard it. For the time being, the feature is limited to individual songs, and there’s seemingly no way to access a universal map with pins highlighting all of the songs you’ve Shazamed. So, you can only view the location of each song separately by tapping on it in the history log. Tapping the place’s name in the discovered song’s details redirects users to the respective street in the Apple Maps app. It’s worth noting that this feature, like Music Recognition, works without having the Shazam app installed. In fact, at the time of writing, Shazam still doesn’t offer the same geotagging perk. Apple, however, could bring the option to the full app once iOS 18.2 launches to the public later this year.03:20 pmApple Music turns its 100 Best Albums list into $450 book
In a truly Apple move, Apple Music offers a limited-edition book version of its 100 Best Albums list for an eye-watering $450. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:05 pmOWC Thunderbolt 5 hub offers 120Gbps transfers
Unleash the power of Thunderbolt 5 with OWC's new hub. It brings fast data transfers, high-speed charging and expanded connectivity. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:04 pmThose bellyaching about Mac mini’s power button location don’t use Macs, so they don’t get it | Mac Daily NewsThose bellyaching about Mac mini’s power button location don’t use Macs, so they don’t get it
The designers of Apple's new, diminutive Mac mini have relocated the power button to the underside of the device. While Apple executives… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.