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Get ready to take control of Westworld as game hits iOS and Android this week

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Jun 18 2018 - 1:46 pm PT
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Based on the 1973 film and its subsequent sequel, HBO has struck gold with the Westworld TV series. Both the films and the TV run are perfect for a game adaption, so it was no surprise when Warner Bros. and HBO started teasing a new interactive experience. That was well over a year ago, but it looks like the release of the new Westworld iOS game is just around the corner now.
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Review: Lume Cube Creative Lighting Kit exclusively at Apple stores

Avatar for Greg Barbosa Jun 15 2018 - 6:00 pm PT
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Lume Cube Creative Lighting Kit

Lume Cube, the high-powered portable photography light, is now available in an exclusive kit at Apple Stores country-wide. The Lume Cube Creative Lighting Kit includes a number of accessories with the compact flash to refine the photography experience.

The team at Lume Cube had recently reached out to us asking if we’d like to take a look at what the small cube could do. As I’ve been getting more and more into mobile photography, a portable lighting system piqued my interest. After having received a review unit from Lume, I set out to see what all the fuss was about.


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iOS 12: How to create custom Siri Shortcuts

Avatar for Greg Barbosa Jun 5 2018 - 4:55 pm PT
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iOS 12 Siri Shortcuts with Workflow

Siri Shortcuts is Apple’s answer to a more robust personal assistant across their product line. A near visual clone to its predecessor Workflow, the new Shortcuts app brings deeper automation to iOS devices. Developers will be able to create “donations“, specific actions within their apps, that can then be controlled by Siri. By chaining these donations together, users will be able to personalize Siri requests to fit their personal use cases.

During the WWDC 2018 keynote, Apple demoed just how much Shortcuts is able to accomplish. Kim Beverett from the Siri Shortcuts team created a custom shortcut that allowed her to: send someone a message on her ETA, navigate to her home, set her HomeKit thermostat to 70 degrees, turn on her fan, and then play her favorite NPR station.

Although Siri Shortcuts isn’t officially out yet, even on the iOS 12 developer beta, we can surface a lot of this functionality with the currently available Workflow app. Let’s dive in.


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Popular Opera VPN is closing its doors, here are our favorite alternatives from $2/mo.

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Apr 18 2018 - 7:50 am PT
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This morning Opera announced that it’s closing up shop on its free VPN app. With various moves by the United States government allowing telecom companies to sell or throttle data, it’s becoming more important than ever to consider utilizing a VPN. Following Opera’s decision to shutter its popular service, we’ve taken the time to roundup our favorite alternatives to help keep you safe out on the web.


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Apple Stores relying on in-store contractors to catch up on iPhone battery service backlog

Avatar for Greg Barbosa Apr 12 2018 - 10:11 am PT
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It’s no secret that Apple Stores have struggled to keep up with demand for iPhone battery replacements, and it appears the company is trying a new strategy to reduce repair times for customers with affected iPhones. 9to5Mac has heard from multiple Apple Stores that the company has brought in both AppleCare employees and external contractors to work in retail stores on iPhone battery replacements specifically.


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Latest iTunes movie sale has $10 Disney flicks, 4K titles, more from $5

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Apr 10 2018 - 7:58 am PT
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It’s Tuesday, and that means that the iTunes store has been refreshed with a new batch of movie deals. Leading the way this week is a sale on family-friendly animation, with a variety of titles clocking in at under $10. Most of these listings usually sell for around $15-$20, with the Disney titles going at the higher-end. As always, any purchase made here becomes a permanent part of your library. Our top picks are below.


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Best Buy takes up to $109 off Apple Watch Series 3 in cert. refurb sale, deals from $295

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Apr 8 2018 - 5:22 am PT
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Best Buy has kicked off a clearance and open-box sale this morning, and while there is a lot of inventory here to sort through, one deal caught our eye. You can save up to $109 on Apple Watch Series 3 in certified refurbished condition. The deals start at $295 and free shipping is available across the board. Nearly every model is included here in both sizes, such as Nike+, Cellular, Stainless Steel and more. So if you’ve been holding out, this is one of the strongest discounts that we’ve seen. Geek Squad Certified Refurbished products come with a 90-day Limited Warranty. More details here.


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Best Buy’s 1-day Easter Sale has $1,000 off iMac Pro, Apple Watch S3 from $299, more

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Apr 1 2018 - 5:04 am PT
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Best Buy has yet another one-day sale going today, highlighted by deep discounts on Macs and the return of $30 off Apple Watch Series 3. As always free shipping is available on orders of $35+ or you can opt for in-store pickup. You’ll find deals on TVs, smart home gear, audio and much more in this promotion as well. Our top picks are below.


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Darkroom 3.5 brings depth-aware filters and editing, and extended-range RAW support

Avatar for Greg Barbosa Mar 29 2018 - 9:06 am PT
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Darkroom 3.5

Darkroom’s latest update brings creative control to the iPhone’s Portrait Mode capabilities. By taking a Portrait Mode photo’s depth data, Darkroom 3.5 can now independently apply adjustments to the foreground and background of an image. The new update also brings extended-range RAW support, depth-aware premium filters, and a slew of fixes.


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GoPro unveils new $199 HERO action camera w/ built-in touchscreen, waterproofing, no 4K

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Mar 29 2018 - 6:44 am PT
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Update: Now available to purchase at Amazon.

This morning, GoPro delivered on a promise to unveil updated hardware this year, unveiling its new $199 HERO. Priced at a more “accessible” MSRP, it’s designed to bring in more content creators and comes at just the right time for a company that’s desperately in need of growth. GoPro has had its share of ups and downs in recent months as it shuttered its Karma drone operation and has seen sales slip.


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How to pre-order Apple’s latest iPad: $25 Best Buy gift card offer, tax benefits, more

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Mar 28 2018 - 7:08 am PT
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Yesterday, Apple took the stage at Lane Tech in Chicago to unveil the newest 9.7-inch iPad along with a host of other accessories and education-focused initiatives. Now retailers are beginning to offer pre-orders on Apple’s latest release, and we’ve rounded up all of the best offers below. That includes a free $25 gift card to Best Buy, potential tax savings and more. Head below for the full list.


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Best Buy’s 24-hr. Flash Sale is loaded w/ Apple deals: MacBook Air $650, Apple Watch S3 $299, much more

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Mar 28 2018 - 4:50 am PT
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Best Buy has a surprise to start your Wednesday morning. It just launched a new 24-hour sale, which is arguably one of the best that we’ve ever seen from them. Not only will you find all-time lows on MacBooks, but we’re also seeing a rare Apple Watch discount along with deals on TVs, smart home gear and much more. Free shipping is available on orders of $35+ or you can opt for in-store pickup on just about anything. We’ve rounded up our favorite Apple deals below…


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iTunes movie bundle sale from $10: Lord of the Rings, Shrek, Hobbit, much more

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Mar 27 2018 - 6:10 am PT
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iTunes has launched a new sale this morning focused on movie bundles. You’ll find favorites like Shrek, Lord of the Rings, Ice Age and much more marked down to historical all-time lows. Of course, each of these HD films will become a permanent addition to your iTunes library. This is a great way to expand your collection without paying full price for each individual title, which can range from $10-$20. You can shop the entire sale here, or see our top picks below.


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Moog brings the classic Minimoog Model D to iOS today w/ introductory pricing [Video]

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Mar 26 2018 - 8:30 am PT
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Moog’s legacy in the electronic music and synthesizer world is second to none. The company has been pumping out some of the most amazing instruments on the planet since the 70’s, including one of the world’s first portable synthesizers known as the Minimoog Model D. The pricey icon of yesteryear may have at some time only really been available to big time acts like Nine Inch Nails, Kraftwerk and Dr. Dre (just to name a few), Moog is now bringing a lovingly recreated version of the Model D to iOS for the rest of us.
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Logitech Craft Keyboard

Logitech announces official third-party SDK for input dial Craft keyboard

Avatar for Greg Barbosa Feb 28 2018 - 11:29 am PT
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Logitech has today announced expanded support for their tactile-focused Craft keyboard. The keyboard’s standout feature is its creative input dial dubbed the Crown. By twisting, turning, and clicking the Crown, users can quickly adjust and use different tools in a set number of apps. Today’s announcement introduces support for Adobe Lightroom Classic CC and unveils an official SDK opening the door for third-party application developers.


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