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6,261 'Apps' stories April 2010 - February 2015

Learn about the latest news for iOS, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV apps

Apps for iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS power our modern world. 9to5Mac will update you on the latest news, review, and updates for all types of apps. “There’s an App for that”.

The term came became part of our vocabulary when Steve Jobs announced The App Store as part of the iPhone 2.0 software update in 2008.

Over the years, the term has become as common as kleenex for describing applications on all of our devices. Apple’s platforms have apps for just about anything from finance, banking, sports, social media, podcasting, music, and more. We have a guide for helping you discover the best ones as well. Apps are now on everything from our TV, to our smartphones, on our laptops, and all the way down to our wrists.

As new ones are released or existing ones have major updates, the team here at 9to5Mac will bring you the latest news and reviews. If you want to follow along with video footage, be sure to follow 9to5Mac on YouTube. Scroll down below our latest updates on all things relating to applications on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Watch.

Popular automation app Workflow updated w/ over 50 actions, new features, more

Zac Hall Feb 12 2015 - 3:03 pm PT

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Leveraging the power of iOS 8 extensions and new system customization options, Workflow debuted on the iPhone and iPad last year bringing a powerful automation app to users. Today the team behind Workflow is releasing version 1.1, which adds support for over 5o new actions in addition to including new features and updating some existing actions. Check out the latest from Workflow for iOS below:
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Apple introduces TestFlight Groups feature for organizing app beta testers

Jordan Kahn Feb 12 2015 - 12:18 pm PT

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Apple announced today that it’s rolling out a new feature for its TestFlight beta distribution service called TestFlight Groups to improve the experience of managing builds with multiple testers.

Apple noted the Groups feature will allow developers to “organize your testers into groups to quickly send specific builds”, provide separate instructions on where to focus, and apply an action to several testers at once in TestFlight.”

The new feature is available to those using Apple’s in beta TestFlight service through iTunes Connect.

Apple acquired the TestFlight beta app testing platform through its purchase of Burstly in February of last year and repositioned the service as a feature of its iTunes Connect developer portal.

App Store responds to freemium haters, features ‘Pay Once & Play’ games with no in-app purchases

Zac Hall Feb 12 2015 - 12:09 pm PT

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As part of Apple’s weekly App Store refresh, the company is currently highlighting iOS games for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch that are paid apps with no in-app purchases, MacStories points out. The featured section is notable as in-app purchases have been a source of confusion and frustration for many consumers since their introduction despite being an added revenue source for developers and Apple.
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Apple increases app size limit from 2GB to 4GB for App Store submissions

Jordan Kahn Feb 12 2015 - 11:57 am PT

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Apple today announced that it is increasing the size limit for apps submitted by developers to the App Store through its iTunes Connect service. Previously limited to 2GB, app packages can now be a maximum of 4GB in size. Apple made the announcement on its website for developers earlier today but some apps have been over the 2GB limit since at least January.
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Visa hopes to track smartphone locations to prevent credit card fraud for travellers

Jordan Kahn Feb 12 2015 - 11:33 am PT

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Currently most of us have to inform our bank by phone when we’re travelling to avoid purchases in other countries appearing as red flags for fraud and being declined. That could soon change as Visa looks to track smartphones with a service called Mobile Location Confirmation in order to help their security systems become smarter and reduce declined purchases by as much as 30%.
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9to5Toys Last Call: iPod Shuffle $35, iTunes Free App of the Week, LG 40″ 4K UHDTV $499, more

Feb 12 2015 - 8:32 am PT

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Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

The entire Star Wars saga is represented in LEGO’s upcoming releases, current sets now $8
Apple iPod Shuffle 2GB in multiple colors for $35 w/ free in-store pickup (Reg. $49)
iTunes Free App of the Week: Dr. Panda’s Restaurant 2 ($2.99 value)
LG 40-inch LED Smart 4K UHDTV $499 shipped (Reg. $899)
Gaming For Couples: Last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts for gamers
TDK Wireless Bluetooth Weatherproof Rechargeable Speaker $65 shipped (Reg. $87)
Home: Dyson DC34 hand vac $130 (Reg. up to $170), more

Get a free Fire TV/Roku streaming stick or 50% off Fire TV/Roku 3 when you sign up for Sling TV

PNY Turbo 128GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive: $35 shipped (Reg. $70)

Canon EOS Rebel T3i DSLR (refurb) w/ 18-55mm Lens Kit $336 shipped (orig. $599)

Best Buy takes up to $250 off Apple MacBook Pro w/ Retina display, starting at $1,200

Caseology iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple styles and colors from $6 w/ free shipping

Baytek iPhone 6/Plus Holster Case w/Kickstand $6 Prime shipped

Apple TV (current version): $80 shipped (Reg. $99)

Rocketcases Afterburner iPhone 6 3200mAh Battery Case w/ Kickstand: $40 shipped (Reg. $60)

Get last minute gifts in time for Valentine’s Day with free 1-day shipping from Amazon http://t.co/HoENzwqS21 pic.twitter.com/zknbYOMLdE

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Valentine’s Day Roundup: ProFlowers 30% off, Gap/Timbuk2/J.Crew up to 40% off, more

Small States: Woodchuck USA complements Apple products w/ USA-sourced wood, 15% off & giveaways

More new gear from today:

New! 20% off new video games for 2 yrs w/ Best Buy Gamers Club Unlocked: $30 in-store
New! Games/Apps: PopCap Mac games bundle $10 (up to $88 value), iOS freebies, more
New! Daily Deals: Beats PRO Headphones: $280, iPad mini 16GB WiFi refurb: $170, more
New! Up to $140 worth of Android apps for free: OfficeSuite Pro, Cut the Rope, more

More deals still alive:

uNu Apple-certified 3000mAh DX-6 battery case for iPhone 6: $60 shipped (Reg. $80)
Kinivo ZX100 Mini Portable Speaker (Grey-Blue): $13 Prime Shipped
QNAP 4-Bay Cloud NAS w/ HDMI, AirPlay and PLEX $350 shipped (Reg. $500+)
Fitbit Charge Heart Rate + Activity Wristband: $127 shipped (Reg. $150)
Harman recertified sale: NI in-ears $15, SoundFly AirPlay speaker $45, more
Dell UltraSharp 24-inch Widescreen LED LCD Monitor $210 shipped (orig. $350)
Gift Cards w/ email delivery 20% off: Fandango, Regal Theaters, AMC, Cold Stone Creamery
Bose Acoustimass 6 Home 5.1 Entertainment Speaker System $400 shipped, more
Download the first episode of Better Call Saul in HD for free
Magazine subs from $4 per year: Pop Science, Wired, ESPN, more
Belkin Fusive slim portable Bluetooth speaker $54 shipped (Reg. $90)
Mass Effect Infiltrator is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($4.99 value)
Jaybird Freedom Sprint Bluetooth Headphones $60 shipped (Reg. $100)
Get 100GB of cloud storage at OneDrive for free
USB Charging: Omaker 3-port car chargers from $8, 10-port USB 3.0 hub $24, more
Home: Brentwood Kettle $19, kitchen items, more
Netgear DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem w/ built-in wireless router $90 shipped (Reg. $116)
Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adapter: $22 shipped (Reg. $40)
Bluetooth speakers: Bose SoundLink mini $159, Mini Boom $49, more
Canon Printer w/ AirPrint + LR 5 or PS Elements $90 ($238 value)
Seagate 5TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive: $130 shipped (orig. $250)
Samsung 2.5″ Internal SSDs: 850 Pro 512GB $290, 850 EVO 500GB $200
Lexar 256GB S73 USB 3 Jumpdrive Flash Drive (100mb/s read): $80 (Reg. $170)
Adobe Creative Cloud (PS CC + Lightroom): $10/month w/$25 Amazon credit
Amazon Kindle sale: Fire HD6 $94 (Reg. $99), Kindle reader $59 (Reg. $79), more

New products & more:

Mitsubishi’s new iNSTICK cordless vacuum doubles as an air purifier
Kitchen Tech: Vitamix and hand immersion blenders make silky soups, foamy drinks
Anki announces its latest generation of iPhone connected racing with OVERDRIVE
Nikon intros its first dedicated astrophotography DSLR alongside a slew of point-and-shoots
Sling TV is now available with free 7-day trial, details on new channel availability
Preorder Canon’s new Spring lineup of DSLRs and pocket cameras today
The new HyperX Cloud II gaming headset with free 16GB USB flash drive
ControlAir adds iTunes and Spotify gesture control to any Mac for free

ESPN app overhauled w/ new look, iPhone 6/6+ & iPad support, more

Zac Hall Feb 12 2015 - 6:49 am PT

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ESPN is out with a brand new version of its iPhone app today adding native resolution support for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6+ while also debuting on the iPad for the first time. The new app not only sports a new look right down to its icon, but ESPN says it “pulled a Puff Daddy and changed the name.” Previously, the app was branded as ESPN SportsCenter, but now it’s simply “ESPN”.
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Apple teams up with Pinterest to help make app discovery even easier

Mike Beasley Feb 11 2015 - 11:06 pm PT

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Pinterest today debuted a new type of post that users can expect to see showing up in their feeds soon. The new “app pin” shows additional information, such as an app’s developer, when users link to software in the iOS App Store. These new pins feature a prominent “Install” button that opens a standard App Store preview pane and allows users to install an app without ever having to leave Pinterest.

The change was almost certainly prompted by Apple, as Pinterest also announced that the tech company had created an App Store profile to share both popular and undiscovered applications. The profile currently features collections like “Editors’ Choice” and “Fashion Apps.”

You can download the updated Pinterest app from the App Store.

Stanford Health Care launches MyHealth app for iOS for appointment management and more

Mike Beasley Feb 11 2015 - 6:06 pm PT

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Stanford Health Care released an iOS app today for its MyHealth service. The new software allows patients to track their health data and keep track of the information in their online MyHealth account. A HealthKit syncing feature allows the app to pull in your data from Apple’s built-in data tracker and upload it to Stanford for a “virtual checkup.”

The app can also be used to make appointments, see test results, and consult with your doctor over a video chat. Users can also manage prescriptions and message Stanford’s medical staff. Support for paying bills is also built in.

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Starbucks iPhone app updated w/ Apple Pay, enhanced menu, more

Zac Hall Feb 11 2015 - 11:08 am PT

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Apple announced Starbucks as an Apple Pay partner when it unveiled the mobile payment system last fall, and today the coffee chain is beginning to roll out support for Apple Pay through the latest version of its iPhone app.

While Starbucks does not yet accept Apple Pay in its brick-and-mortar stores, customers have long been able to pay with the iPhone app in stores using a digital Starbucks Card barcode scanned by a barista. Starting today, customers can load credit to a Starbucks Card within the app using Apple Pay as a payment method.
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Google brings smooth Safari-like zoom to Chrome Canary for Mac

Stephen Hall Feb 11 2015 - 9:28 am PT

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The latest build of Chrome Canary for Mac packs a great new feature that’s likely familiar to those who use Safari on a daily basis. While current stable builds of Chrome have a jaggedy pinch-to-zoom functionality that only zooms in 10% increments, the latest build of Chrome Canary provides a smooth buttery zoom experience like Apple’s browser.

As of right now, it looks like the feature works a little bit less fluidly than Apple’s offering, but that’s to expected in the most experimental public release version of Chrome. Zooming works the same way that it does in Safari and current versions of Chrome, so all it takes is pinching two fingers on the Trackpad.

If you’re sticking with Safari on your Mac for this reason or others (battery life, anyone?), it looks like this feature—once it makes its way to the stable release—will give you one more reason to switch over to Google’s browser. If you want to give it a try, head over and download the latest build of Chrome Canary.

9to5Toys Last Call: Retina MacBook Pro $250 off, uNu iPhone 6 battery case $60, iPhone 6/Plus cases from $6, more

Justin Kahn Feb 11 2015 - 9:10 am PT

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Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

Best Buy takes up to $250 off Apple MacBook Pro w/ Retina display, starting at $1,200
uNu Apple-certified 3000mAh DX-6 battery case for iPhone 6: $60 shipped (Reg. $80)
Caseology iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple styles and colors from $6 w/ free shipping
QNAP 4-Bay Cloud NAS w/ HDMI, AirPlay and PLEX $350 shipped (Reg. $500+)
Dell UltraSharp 24-inch Widescreen LED LCD Monitor $210 shipped (orig. $350)
Gift Cards w/ email delivery 20% off: Fandango, Regal Theaters, AMC, Cold Stone Creamery
Kitchen Tech: Vitamix and hand immersion blenders make silky soups, foamy drinks
Home: AeroGarden LED Indoor Garden w/ Herb Kit $140 (orig. $250), more
Mitsubishi’s new iNSTICK cordless vacuum doubles as an air purifier

Apple TV (current version): $80 shipped (Reg. $99)

Amazon Gold Box: Philips Bluetooth speakers 40% off, starting at $30 Prime shipped

Bose Acoustimass 6 Home 5.1 Entertainment Speaker System $400 shipped, Acoustimass 10 Series IV: $700 shipped ($300 off)

Download the first episode of Better Call Saul in HD for free

Valentine’s Day bailout: up to 70% off select jewelry and free 1-day shipping

Valentine’s Day Roundup: ProFlowers 30% off, Gap/Timbuk2/J.Crew up to 40% off, more

Small States: Woodchuck USA complements Apple products w/ USA-sourced wood, 15% off & giveaways

More new gear from today:

New! Fitbit Charge Heart Rate + Activity Wristband: $127 shipped (Reg. $150)
New! Harman recertified sale: NI in-ears $15, SoundFly AirPlay speaker $45, more
New! Baytek iPhone 6/Plus Holster Case w/Kickstand $6 Prime shipped
New! Kinivo ZX100 Mini Portable Speaker (Grey-Blue): $13 Prime Shipped
New! Daily Deals: Westinghouse 48″ HDTV $300, Jabra Bluetooth Speaker: $69, more
New! Games/Apps: Nintendo amiibo figures $10 ea, Anodia $1 (Reg. $3), freebies, more
New! Magazine subs from $4 per year: Pop Science, Wired, ESPN, more
New! HP Slatebook Touchscreen Laptop w/ Android $299 shipped (Reg. $430)

More deals still alive:

Belkin Fusive slim portable Bluetooth speaker $54 shipped (Reg. $90)
Mass Effect Infiltrator is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($4.99 value)
Jaybird Freedom Sprint Bluetooth Headphones $60 shipped (Reg. $100)
Get 100GB of cloud storage at OneDrive for free
USB Charging: Omaker 3-port car chargers from $8, 10-port USB 3.0 hub $24, more
Home: Brentwood Kettle $19, kitchen items, more
Netgear DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem w/ built-in wireless router $90 shipped (Reg. $116)
Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adapter: $22 shipped (Reg. $40)
Bluetooth speakers: Bose SoundLink mini $159, Mini Boom $49, more
Canon Printer w/ AirPrint + LR 5 or PS Elements $90 ($238 value)
Seagate 5TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive: $130 shipped (orig. $250)
Samsung 2.5″ Internal SSDs: 850 Pro 512GB $290, 850 EVO 500GB $200
Lexar 256GB S73 USB 3 Jumpdrive Flash Drive (100mb/s read): $80 (Reg. $170)
Adobe Creative Cloud (PS CC + Lightroom): $10/month w/$25 Amazon credit
Get 67% Off The Productivity Pack (includes 3 Months of Dropbox Pro FREE)
Amazon Kindle sale: Fire HD6 $94 (Reg. $99), Kindle reader $59 (Reg. $79), more
iTunes Free App of the Week: Angry Birds Seasons (up to $2.99 value)
PSA: check your Chromecast for a possible free $6 movie credit offer
Pier 1 Imports coupon code for an extra $10 off $50+ or $25 off $100+, more
HTC One (M8) w/ 32 GB flash storage, 4G LTE, GSM (factory unlocked) $300 (Reg. $499)
50% off clearance items today only at A4C: LeapFrog case $12, Bluetooth headset $5, more
Sennheiser MM30i in-ear headphones w/ mic & remote $23 Prime shipped (Reg. $50+)

New products & more:

Anki announces its latest generation of iPhone connected racing with OVERDRIVE
Nikon intros its first dedicated astrophotography DSLR alongside a slew of point-and-shoots
Sling TV is now available with free 7-day trial, details on new channel availability
Preorder Canon’s new Spring lineup of DSLRs and pocket cameras today
The new HyperX Cloud II gaming headset with free 16GB USB flash drive
ControlAir adds iTunes and Spotify gesture control to any Mac for free
Super Smash Bros. GameCube Controllers $25, Controller Adapters for Wii U $30
Kitchen Tech: Pressure Cookers make the perfect chicken sandwich, and much more
Olympus and Samsung queue up new cameras and accessories for the Spring
SONOS announces new PLAY:1 Blue Note Limited Edition wireless speaker
This iPhone 6 Batmobile case looks the part and even casts the Bat-Signal
Gaming For Couples: Tomb Raider Definitive Edition and NES Remix Pack
Life Hack: these simple Velcro ties make cable management a cinch
Eero beams carefree WiFi to every corner of your home or office
The Toshiba Encrypted USB Flash Drive arrives
Raspberry Pi 2 launches with juiced up specs and free Windows 10 at the same low price

Personalized news feed app Pipes updated with new design, aggregated feeds, trending & more

Ben Lovejoy Feb 11 2015 - 5:40 am PT

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Pipes News, an iOS app that pulls together news feeds on technology, business, sport and politics, has received a major update, introducing a new look and a bunch of new features.

Pipes 2.0 comes with a great new design. Great new typefaces, integrated Stories, Twitter & Wikipedia views. […] We’re also introducing Pipeline. After popular request on App Stores across the Globe, Pipeline has come into existence. Pipeline curates all your Pipes in a very interactive UI. If you just want to quickly read through all your Pipes without opening them, jump to Pipeline.

Pipes News works in a different way to conventional RSS newsreaders, the developers doing the newsfeed collation at their end–and including both Twitter and Wikipedia in the mix. This automated collation is either a good or bad thing, depending on your point of view …
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Parallels Desktop 10 updated with support for Windows 10 and Microsoft Office previews

Mike Beasley Feb 10 2015 - 9:00 pm PT

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Parallels announced this evening that its virtual machine software Parallels Desktop 10 for Mac has been updated with “experimental” support for the technical preview of Windows 10 from Microsoft. Users who want to take the latest version of Windows for a test run without overwriting their existing Boot Camp installation or creating a new partition can now do so safely and free within the confines of a VM.

The update also adds the ability to run the new preview version of Office for Windows 10, which includes updated versions of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Microsoft announced earlier this year that Windows 10 will be a free upgrade for one year for any users running Windows 7 or later.

Parallels Desktop 10 is available from the Parallels website for $79.99. Special pricing is available for students and users running previous versions of Parallels and a free trial is available here. Press release follows:
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9to5Toys Last Call: Mass Effect Infiltrator for iOS free download, 100GB of OneDrive storage for free, more

Feb 10 2015 - 9:06 am PT

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Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

Nikon intros its first dedicated astrophotography DSLR alongside a slew of point-and-shoots
Scribd adds more than 10,000 comics to its unlimited eBook service, get a free trial now
Get 100GB of cloud storage at OneDrive for free
~~Apple iPad Air 32GB Wi-Fi (open-box): $290 shipped (orig. $599)~~
USB Charging: Omaker 3-port car chargers from $8, 10-port USB 3.0 hub $24, more
Home: up to 50% off Remington electric shavers/trimmers, Brentwood Kettle $19, more
Netgear DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem w/ built-in wireless router $90 shipped (Reg. $116)

Mass Effect Infiltrator is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($4.99 value)

Belkin Fusive slim portable Bluetooth speaker $54 shipped (Reg. $90)

Anki announces its latest generation of iPhone connected racing with OVERDRIVE

Download the first episode of Better Call Saul in HD for free

Valentine’s Day bailout: up to 70% off select jewelry and free 1-day shipping

Valentine’s Day Roundup: ProFlowers 30% off, Gap/Timbuk2/J.Crew up to 40% off, more

Small States: Woodchuck USA complements Apple products w/ USA-sourced wood, 15% off & giveaways

More new gear from today:

New! Daily Deals: GoPro HERO4: $350, JBL J55i High-Performance Headphones: $25, more
New! Jaybird Freedom Sprint Bluetooth Headphones $60 shipped (Reg. $100)

Samsung 850 Pro 256GB 2.5-inch Internal Solid State Drive $130 shipped (Reg. $190) http://t.co/TxCqteLZpe pic.twitter.com/XeaWu39njs

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) February 10, 2015

Back again: TP-LINK 150Mbps wireless N pocket router (refurb) $10 shipped (orig. $30) http://t.co/VaDH7HJCZW

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) February 10, 2015

More deals still alive:

Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adapter: $22 shipped (Reg. $40)
Bluetooth speakers: Bose SoundLink mini $159, Mini Boom $49, more
Canon Printer w/ AirPrint + LR 5 or PS Elements $90 ($238 value)
Ultimate Ears BOOM Bluetooth Speaker $130 shipped (Reg. $180+)
Seagate 5TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive: $130 shipped (orig. $250)
Samsung 2.5″ Internal SSDs: 850 Pro 512GB $290, 850 EVO 500GB $200
Lexar 256GB S73 USB 3 Jumpdrive Flash Drive (100mb/s read): $80 (Reg. $170)
Dell UltraSharp 24-inch 4K IPS LCD 60Hz Monitor $432 shipped (orig. $550)
Adobe Creative Cloud (PS CC + Lightroom): $10/month w/$25 Amazon credit
Get 67% Off The Productivity Pack (includes 3 Months of Dropbox Pro FREE)
Amazon Kindle sale: Fire HD6 $94 (Reg. $99), Kindle reader $59 (Reg. $79), more
iTunes Free App of the Week: Angry Birds Seasons (up to $2.99 value)
PSA: check your Chromecast for a possible free $6 movie credit offer
5-pack of Etekcity Wireless Remote Controlled Outlets $22 (Reg. $35)
Pier 1 Imports coupon code for an extra $10 off $50+ or $25 off $100+, more
HTC One (M8) w/ 32 GB flash storage, 4G LTE, GSM (factory unlocked) $300 (Reg. $499)
iOttie One Touch Windshield Dashboard Mounts for iPhone 6/Plus $13 (Reg. $20)
50% off clearance items today only at A4C: LeapFrog case $12, Bluetooth headset $5, more
Sennheiser MM30i in-ear headphones w/ mic & remote $23 Prime shipped (Reg. $50+)

New products & more:

Sling TV is now available with free 7-day trial, details on new channel availability
Preorder Canon’s new Spring lineup of DSLRs and pocket cameras today
The new HyperX Cloud II gaming headset with free 16GB USB flash drive
ControlAir adds iTunes and Spotify gesture control to any Mac for free
Super Smash Bros. GameCube Controllers $25, Controller Adapters for Wii U $30
Kitchen Tech: Pressure Cookers make the perfect chicken sandwich, and much more
Olympus and Samsung queue up new cameras and accessories for the Spring
SONOS announces new PLAY:1 Blue Note Limited Edition wireless speaker
This iPhone 6 Batmobile case looks the part and even casts the Bat-Signal
Gaming For Couples: Tomb Raider Definitive Edition and NES Remix Pack
Life Hack: these simple Velcro ties make cable management a cinch
Eero beams carefree WiFi to every corner of your home or office
The Toshiba Encrypted USB Flash Drive arrives
Raspberry Pi 2 launches with juiced up specs and free Windows 10 at the same low price

Sling TV streaming service opens to the public, announces upcoming availability of AMC Networks content

Mike Beasley Feb 9 2015 - 4:50 pm PT

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Dish Network-owned streaming service Sling TV announced today that it will finally allow the general public to sign up and watch live TV from a variety of networks from a Mac or iOS device (through the free Sling Television app), along with several other devices.

Sling TV offers plans starting at $20 (with $5 add-ons available for some networks) that includes streaming and video-on-demand viewing options for live TV networks that usually require a pricey cable subscription, such as ESPN, TNT, Disney, TBS, CNN, and many more.

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R.B.I. Baseball 15 coming to Mac w/ redesigned MLB ballparks & full rosters

Trevor Daugherty Feb 9 2015 - 12:14 pm PT

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MLB Advanced Media has announced that R.B.I. Baseball 15 will be released this spring and will be available for the first time on Mac. This is a follow-up to the popular version from last year that made its debut on iOS.

R.B.I. Baseball 15 promises a number of updates bringing the most realistic experience to date, most notability including authentic ballparks and full 25-man rosters for all 30 Major League teams. It also includes user stat tracking for the first time as well as an online multiplayer mode with both ranked and friendly games. Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo will be on the cover for this year’s rendition. A release date has yet to be announced.

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9to5Toys Last Call: Lexar 256GB flash drive $80, Better Call Saul free on iTunes, Sling TV free trial, more

Justin Kahn Feb 9 2015 - 9:06 am PT

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Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

Canon Printer w/ AirPrint + Lightroom 5 or Photoshop Elements $90 shipped ($238 value)
Dell UltraSharp 24-inch 4K Ultra HD IPS LCD 60Hz Monitor $432 shipped (orig. $550)
Mass Effect Infiltrator is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($4.99 value)
Bluetooth speakers: Bose SoundLink mini $159, Mini Boom $49, more
Beats Studio Over-Ear Headphones (1st gen, refurb) $119 shipped (orig. $300)
Preorder Canon’s new Spring lineup of DSLRs and pocket cameras today
The new HyperX Cloud II gaming headset with free 16GB USB flash drive
Home: Greek Yogurt Maker $19, Cuisinart 14-Piece Cookware Set $135, more

Lexar 256GB S73 USB 3 Jumpdrive Flash Drive (100mb/s read): $80 shipped (Reg. $170)

Download the first episode of Better Call Saul in HD for free

Sling TV is now available with free 7-day trial, details on new channel availability

Valentine’s Day bailout: up to 70% off select jewelry and free 1-day shipping

Valentine’s Day Roundup: ProFlowers 30% off, Gap/Timbuk2/J.Crew up to 40% off, more

Get 67% Off The Productivity Pack (Updated to include 3 Months of Dropbox Pro FREE)

Small States: Woodchuck USA complements Apple products w/ USA-sourced wood, 15% off & giveaways

More new gear from today:

New! Ultimate Ears BOOM Bluetooth Speaker $130 shipped (Reg. $180+)
New! Samsung 2.5″ Internal SSDs: 850 Pro 512GB $290, 850 EVO 500GB $200
New! Seagate 5TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive: $130 shipped (orig. $250)
New! Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adapter: $22 shipped (Reg. $40)
New! Daily Deals: iPhone 5c (refurb): $199, Polk outdoor speakers: $60, more
New! Games/Apps: Borderlands GOTY for Mac $10 (Reg. $30), iOS freebies, more
New! Adobe Creative Cloud (PS CC + Lightroom): $10/month w/$25 Amazon credit
New! Amazon Kindle sale: Fire HDX $84, Kindle reader $59, Paperwhite $99, more

More deals still alive:

iTunes Free App of the Week: Angry Birds Seasons (up to $2.99 value)
PSA: check your Chromecast for a possible free $6 movie credit offer
5-pack of Etekcity Wireless Remote Controlled Outlets $22 (Reg. $35)
Pier 1 Imports coupon code for an extra $10 off $50+ or $25 off $100+, more
HTC One (M8) w/ 32 GB flash storage, 4G LTE, GSM (factory unlocked) $300 (Reg. $499)
iOttie One Touch Windshield Dashboard Mounts for iPhone 6/Plus $13 (Reg. $20)
50% off clearance items today only at A4C: LeapFrog case $12, Bluetooth headset $5, more
Sennheiser MM30i in-ear headphones w/ mic & remote $23 Prime shipped (Reg. $50+)
Cut the cord! Mohu Leaf 50 Ultimate HDTV Antenna (open box): $30 shipped (orig. $90)
Sennheiser HD 558 Over-Ear Headphones $90 shipped (orig. $180)
Tons of Lonely Planet guides and books for Kindle Reader: FREE
Headphones: JBL J55i on-ears $30 (orig. $100), Bose SoundTrue 10% off, more
LG 34-inch UltraWide LED IPS Monitor w/ Thunderbolt $750 shipped (Reg. $1,000)
Timex Weekender Men’s/Women’s Watches extra 30% off: from $19 Prime shipped
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Over-Ear Headphones (black) $129 shipped (Reg. $169)

New products & more:

ControlAir adds iTunes and Spotify gesture control to any Mac for free
Super Smash Bros. GameCube Controllers $25, Controller Adapters for Wii U $30
Kitchen Tech: Pressure Cookers make the perfect chicken sandwich, and much more
Olympus and Samsung queue up new cameras and accessories for the Spring
SONOS announces new PLAY:1 Blue Note Limited Edition wireless speaker
This iPhone 6 Batmobile case looks the part and even casts the Bat-Signal
Gaming For Couples: Tomb Raider Definitive Edition and NES Remix Pack
Life Hack: these simple Velcro ties make cable management a cinch
Eero beams carefree WiFi to every corner of your home or office
The Toshiba Encrypted USB Flash Drive arrives
Raspberry Pi 2 launches with juiced up specs and free Windows 10 at the same low price

American Express touts Apple Pay as ‘Next Evolution of Membership’ [video]

Jordan Kahn Feb 9 2015 - 6:43 am PT

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It’s no surprise that the three major card companies in the US have been taking advantage of being the first with Apple Pay out the door and that the majority of their latest ads and promotions have centered around the new payment service. The latest comes from American Express with a just released ad focusing on highlighting Apple Pay as “The Next Evolution of Membership.”

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Skype for iPhone updates the dialer, reintroduces URI support for other apps

Zac Hall Feb 9 2015 - 6:33 am PT

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Microsoft is out today with its latest version of Skype for iPhone, version 5.10, as it continues to add refinements and features to the overhauled version of its app first released last year.

The new version of Skype for iPhone highlights the ability to save contacts from the app’s phone dialer just like the native Phone app on iOS. You can also save contacts to Skype from the recent call list starting with this version, and Microsoft touts improved chat notification reliability as well.

Finally, Microsoft is reintroducing support for Skype URIs which let other developers include interactions with Skype directly in their own apps including features like calling and messaging.

As long as the Skype app is installed on an iPhone, when a user taps on a Skype name or phone number, the URI will open the Skype app to connect a call or send a message*, making it faster than ever to reach friends, family or businesses.

For example, if you’re browsing restaurant options on an app or mobile website that utilizes Skype URIs, tapping on the phone number would launch Skype so you could call and make a reservation.

If you heavily rely on communicating with Skype frequently, this means you should see deeper Skype integration in other third-party apps in the future.

Skype for iPhone version 5.10 is available now for free on the App Store.

Apple Watch expected to support glucose monitor for diabetics from launch date

Ben Lovejoy Feb 9 2015 - 4:23 am PT

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Diabetics using a glucose monitor made by DexCom will be able to see a continuous graph of their blood sugar levels on the Apple Watch, says the company. It is working on an app for the smartwatch that is expected to be available when the Apple Watch launches in April – alongside a similar app for the iPhone.

DexCom’s glucose monitor tracks a person’s blood-sugar levels continuously. The [app] converts that data into a simple graph that is just a glance at the wrist away.

The WSJ reports that the early availability of the app has been made possible thanks to the Food and Drug Administration taking a more hands-off approach as of last month. While medical hardware still requires FDA approval before it can be sold, companion apps no longer need prior approval – developers simply have to notify the FDA that the app exists …
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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad mini 2 $250, Valentine’s Day gift deals, iTunes Free App of the Week, more

Feb 6 2015 - 9:00 am PT

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Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

ControlAir adds iTunes and Spotify gesture control to any Mac for free
2-pack of KANEX 1.6 ft. MFi Lighting to USB Cables $13 (orig. $25)
5-pack of Etekcity Wireless Remote Controlled Outlets $22 (Reg. $35)
Pier 1 Imports coupon code for an extra $10 off $50+ or $25 off $100+, more
Home: Panasonic Oral Irrigator $22 (orig. $30), Ekobrew K-cup filter $4 (orig. $14), more
HTC One (M8) w/ 32 GB flash storage, 4G LTE, GSM (factory unlocked) $300 (Reg. $499)

Best Buy 2-day sale: Moto 360 from $220, iPad mini 2 $250, Jawbone UP $30, Beats deals, more

Valentine’s Day Roundup: jewelry extra 30% off at Amazon, ProFlowers 30% off, Gap/Timbuk2/J.Crew up to 40% off, more

iTunes Free App of the Week: Angry Birds Seasons (up to $2.99 value)

Get 67% Off The Productivity Pack (Updated to include 3 Months of Dropbox Pro FREE)

Media: Despicable Me 2 & other Blu-rays $10 each, Big Hero 6 early release, more

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— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) February 6, 2015

More new gear from today:

New! Cobra emergency vehicle jump starter and USB power bank $80 (Reg. $120+)
New! Daily Deals: Jawbone Big Jambox (refurb): $150, Motorola Wi-Fi Camera: $65, more
New! TP-LINK 150Mbps wireless N pocket router (refurb) $10 shipped (orig. $30)
New! PSA: check your Chromecast for a possible free $6 movie credit offer
New! Games/Apps: Batman Arkham Asylum for Mac $5, iOS freebies, more

More deals still alive:

Harman Kardon CL Precision On-Ear Headphones (refurb) $49 shipped (orig. $200), more
Incase 40% off: MacBook Icon Tensaerlite sleeve $42, iPhone 6 cases from $18, more
Beats Pill 2.0 Bluetooth Speaker $140 (Reg. $200), Pill XL $240 (Reg. $300), more
iOttie One Touch Windshield Dashboard Mounts for iPhone 6/Plus $13 (Reg. $20)
50% off clearance items today only at A4C: LeapFrog case $12, Bluetooth headset $5, more
Magazine subs from $4.75 per yr: Dwell, National Geographic, Fast Company, more
TP-LINK Dual Band Wireless N600 Gigabit Router $45 shipped (Reg. $53+)
D-Link Wireless 802.11n 720p Network cam $120 shipped (Reg. $165+)
Sennheiser MM30i in-ear headphones w/ mic & remote $23 Prime shipped (Reg. $50+)
Cut the cord! Mohu Leaf 50 Ultimate HDTV Antenna (open box): $30 shipped (orig. $90)
Slow Shutter! is now available for free inside the Apple Store iPhone app (Reg. $1.99)
Sennheiser HD 558 Over-Ear Headphones $90 shipped (orig. $180)
Samsung D3 Station 4TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive $100 (Reg. $150)
Ricoh Monochrome Laser Printer $27 shipped (orig. $40)
Tons of Lonely Planet guides and books for Kindle Reader: FREE
Headphones: JBL J55i on-ears $30 (orig. $100), Bose SoundTrue 10% off, more
LG 34-inch UltraWide LED IPS Monitor w/ Thunderbolt $750 shipped (Reg. $1,000)
Timex Weekender Men’s/Women’s Watches extra 30% off: from $19 Prime shipped
Sennheiser PXC 250-II Noise Cancelling Headphones $80 shipped (orig. $200), more
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Over-Ear Headphones (black) $129 shipped (Reg. $169)

New products & more:

Super Smash Bros. GameCube Controllers $25, Controller Adapters for Wii U $30
Kitchen Tech: Pressure Cookers make the perfect chicken sandwich, and much more
Olympus and Samsung queue up new cameras and accessories for the Spring
SONOS announces new PLAY:1 Blue Note Limited Edition wireless speaker
This iPhone 6 Batmobile case looks the part and even casts the Bat-Signal
Gaming For Couples: Tomb Raider Definitive Edition and NES Remix Pack
Life Hack: these simple Velcro ties make cable management a cinch
Eero beams carefree WiFi to every corner of your home or office
The Toshiba Encrypted USB Flash Drive arrives
Raspberry Pi 2 launches with juiced up specs and free Windows 10 at the same low price

Cleveland Cavaliers now sending iBeacon push notifications to iPhone users at games

Jordan Kahn Feb 5 2015 - 1:29 pm PT

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Like several other professional sports teams, the Cleveland Cavaliers will now be sending out location-aware notifications to iPhone users at its games using Apple’s Bluetooth beacon iBeacon tech. The team will send out the usual reminders, video content, and promos available to those at the game.

The team announced today that the notifications (pictured above) will be sent to fans through the official Cleveland Cavaliers app. YinzCam, Inc develops the app and is using Gimbal Bluetooth beacon hardware at the Cav’s Quicken Loans Arena to get the job done.

The opt-in notifications will include the following:

Welcome messages and exclusive video content for fans as they enter and explore different areas of the arena
Exclusive content delivered by points of interest, such as the 1976 Miracle of Richfield video highlights, viewable when fans pass the display of the original hardwood classic court from the Richfield Coliseum
Promotional incentives and giveaways to fans who attend games
Reminders about game times and to pick up 50/50 raffles tickets when volunteers are close by
Fan-controlled privacy with up-front opt-in, so engagement is only on the terms the fan wants

The MLB was one of the first professional sports team to adopt the tech for beaming location sensitive notifications to attendees at games, while the Golden State Warriors became the first NBA team to take advantage last year followed by several others.

The Cleveland Cavaliers app is available on the App Store now.