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Expand Expanding Close8BitDo just opened up its game controllers to iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV for the first time. The company has officially confirmed that six of its popular controllers now work with Apple devices thanks to recent software updates…
Expand Expanding CloseWith Monday now ushering in the new work week, we’re checking in with the folks over at 9to5Toys to see what’s on tap for all of today’s best deals. The savings today kick off with Apple’s entire collection of official iPhone 14 cases starting at $31, delivering some of the best prices ever in the process thanks to Amazon. Then the discounts carry over to the macOS side of the lineup, with markdowns on Apple’s official black Magic Trackpad II and Touch ID Magic Keyboard. Not to mention, $199 off all-time lows on M1 iMac. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseEarlier this month, 9to5Mac exclusively reported that the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro will have new unified volume buttons and a new “pressing type” mute button. Now, freshly-leaked CAD files have corroborated our report and offered a closer look at the new design.
Expand Expanding CloseWhether it’s someone you know, someone you don’t, or just a scam message, unwanted text messages can be a pain. Follow along for how to block texts on iPhone as well as how to report scam messages to Apple and your carrier.
Expand Expanding CloseIn preparations for Russia’s upcoming presidential election, the Kremlin has told officials to stop using iPhones. According to a report from Reuters, the decision was made “because of concerns that the devices are vulnerable to Western intelligence agencies.”
Expand Expanding CloseMicrosoft is already hard at work preparing for a world in which Apple is forced to allow third-party app stores on iPhone. In an interview with the Financial Times, Microsoft Gaming head Phil Spencer said that the company wants to be “in a position to offer Xbox and content from both us and our third-party partners across any screen where somebody would want to play.”
Expand Expanding CloseBack in the Intel days, the Mac mini’s small stature resulted in huge performance tradeoffs. In the past, you could have a small footprint, or you could have high performance, but you couldn’t have both. Apple Silicon has totally changed the game in that respect, and that’s further emphasized with the Mac mini featuring M2 Pro. Watch my hands-on experience with Apple’s diminutive beast, and be sure to subscribe to 9to5Mac on YouTube for more hands-on videos.
Expand Expanding CloseLast week, a report went in-depth on some of the cost-cutting measures Apple is putting into place as it looks to avoid broader layoffs. Perhaps unsurprisingly, these new policies are also going to have an impact on future product releases from Apple…
Expand Expanding CloseThe opening of Apple’s first retail in India has been years in the making and has faced countless delays. According to a new report from the Economic Times, however, Apple is finally on track to open its flagship store in India sometime in April.
Expand Expanding CloseIt’s almost spring and Apple has updated its iPhone 14 and 14 Plus with a new yellow model. Whether you’re planning to pick that up or are considering upgrading to a different iPhone, here’s a look at the best iPhone trade-in values.
Expand Expanding CloseThe first episode of Ted Lasso season three premiered last week on Apple TV+. In conjunction with season three’s launch, the cast of the hit show will visit the White House on Monday to “promote mental health and well-being.”
Expand Expanding CloseAs I’ve overhauled my setup throughout the Apple Silicon transition and in conjunction with the Mac Studio and MacBook Pro, I’ve used this as an opportunity to add some new accessories as well. This includes a new OWC Thunderbolt Dock, a nifty Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad accessory from Twelve South, and more. Head below for the details.
Expand Expanding CloseLast month, Twitter announced that it would start charging a fee for the use of SMS messages for two-factor authentication. That change is set to officially go into effect tomorrow, March 20, making today the last day to move away from SMS two-factor authentication.
Expand Expanding CloseMkeke has been specializing in designing iPhone cases since 2015. During that time they have been able to become a Top iPhone cases brand, generating well over 1,000,000 positive reviews! Now, Mkeke has revamped their new iPhone 14 lineup of cases to give us two amazing new offerings– including an all-new magnetic case– that will make you think twice about getting a case directly from Apple. Check out the video below for our hands-on look and for a limited time get 20% off on Amazon.
Expand Expanding CloseSleep tracking with Apple Watch is a great way to gain new insight into your sleeping habits and trends over time. There are a number of different sleep-tracking apps available for Apple Watch, including native options from Apple itself.
Read on as we round up the best sleep-tracking apps for Apple Watch, comparing Apple’s first-party solution with the competition.
Expand Expanding CloseTaking a screenshot on your iPhone is probably second nature but what about a screenshot to capture everything on a website, PDF, email, note, or stitching together multiple screenshots? Read on for how to take a scrolling screenshot on iPhone.
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As remote work continues to become the norm, businesses are finding it increasingly important to have a reliable identity management solution in place. Okta, a leading identity and access management platform, has become a vital component of this infrastructure for many enterprises. With its ability to manage user authentication and authorization across multiple systems and applications, Okta has become an essential tool for businesses that operate remotely. Now, 1Password has gained deeper integration with Okta – making both platforms that much more valuable.
Expand Expanding CloseAmong other changes, this year’s iPhone 15 Pro models are rumored to feature a new chassis made out of titanium for the first time. This could make for a lighter design, additional durability, and more. In fact, it could be one of the biggest design changes to the iPhone in years, marking an end to the stainless steel era that started with the iPhone X in 2017.
Expand Expanding CloseArtificial intelligence has been with us for years, even in the little things like identifying the faces in a picture to the recommendations we see in our favorite apps. But more recently, we’ve seen new types of AI capable of doing things unimaginable years ago. This new type of AI is changing how people interact with technology. But at the same time, Apple is clearly falling behind its competitors.
Expand Expanding CloseWe hear a lot of stories from Apple Watch users who say the device has alerted them to potentially life-threatening health issues. A new story out of Ohio, however, is one of the first of its kind.
Ken Counihan says that a combination of respiratory rate and blood oxygen data from his Apple Watch alerted him to a potentially fatal condition last fall…
Expand Expanding CloseI’ve always been paranoid about water damage in my home. We have hardwood floors throughout our home. If you’re a homeowner, you know the cost of repairing them if you have water damage. A slow drip from a leaky sink can turn into thousands of dollars in repair costs. Thankfully, with a HomeKit-enabled flood sensor from FIBARO, you can easily know when there’s water where there shouldn’t be before it turns into a major issue. Read on to learn why the FIBARO water leak sensor is the ideal option to use under all of your sinks.
Expand Expanding CloseStudies have found our smartphones are usually dirtier than a toilet seat, carrying tens of thousands of bacteria, so creating a habit of regularly cleaning your iPhone is a healthy move. But what’s safe or best to use? Let’s look at how to clean iPhone with step-by-step do’s and don’ts.
Expand Expanding CloseEarlier this year, Meta announced its plans to introduce a new paid subscription that will let users verify the authenticity of their account via a government ID to get a blue checkmark on Facebook and Instagram. Starting today, users located in the US can subscribe to Meta Verified.
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