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6,374 '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.

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

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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

Today is your last chance to enter our giveaway for this bag from @janusmotorcycle http://t.co/iictiVnbUp pic.twitter.com/7AkhTCDmCv

— 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.

UIKit-like framework called UXKit used in Photos for Mac

Zac Hall Feb 5 2015 - 12:53 pm PT

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Apple released a preview version of its new Photos for Mac app to testers today, and some developers noticed a new private framework used to build the iPhoto replacement called UXKit. While Apple often uses private frameworks that never become accessible to developers, the UXKit framework is notable as it appears to be a version of UIKit based on AppKit.

Mac developers have long wanted a version of UIKit, the framework upon which apps are constructed and managed including the user interface and app interactions, as it would offer app makers a powerful tool for creating software for the desktop just like it has on the smartphone and tablet.

While UXKit remains a private framework accessible only by developers within Apple, it’s possible UXKit could be a hint of how Apple will encourage iOS developers to create apps on the Mac as well making it much simpler to create apps for both iOS and Mac.
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SwiftKey keyboard for iOS adds Emoji picker & predictions, iPad gesture typing, 11 new languages, more

Zac Hall Feb 5 2015 - 9:00 am PT

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SwiftKey, one of the more popular third party iOS 8 keyboards on the App Store, is out with a new version today adding both new features and additional languages.

Since iOS 8, SwiftKey had been able to replace the standard Apple iOS keyboard, and the new version also packs in the complete Emoji keyboard in one package. This makes it even more simple (👌) to find that smiling pile of poo (💩) or slice of pizza (🍕) when you need it without having to toggle between system keyboards. Similar to Apple’s QuickType predictive text feature, the latest SwiftKey update also adds Emoji predictions to the word suggestion area.
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9to5Toys Last Call: iTunes free App of the Week, WD 2TB Portable HDD $70, Harman Kardon CL headphones $49, more

Feb 5 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:

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)
Kitchen Tech: Pressure Cookers make the perfect chicken sandwich, and much more
Media: Despicable Me 2 & other Blu-rays $10 each, Big Hero 6 early release, more
Super Smash Bros. GameCube Controllers $25, Controller Adapters for Wii U $30
50% off clearance items today only at A4C: LeapFrog case $12, Bluetooth headset $5, more
Home: Nostalgia Electrics mini fridge/dispenser $135 (Reg. $200), more

Apple iPad Air 2 16GB Wi-Fi in all colors for $390 shipped ($109 off)

WD Elements 2TB Portable External USB 3.0 Hard Drive: $70 shipped (orig. $120)

Harman Kardon CL Precision On-Ear Headphones w/ mic & remote (refurb) $49 shipped (orig. $200), more

Beats Pill 2.0 Bluetooth Speaker $140 (Reg. $200), Pill XL $240 (Reg. $300), more

Incase 40% off: MacBook Icon Tensaerlite sleeve $42, iPhone 6 cases from $18, more

Small States: Janus Motorcycles takes pride in its hand-crafted and locally sourced bikes, giveaway worth $340

More new gear from today:

New! Motorola SB6141 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem (refurb) $55 shipped (Reg. $90), more
New! D-Link Wireless Surveillance Cams (two-pack) $50 shipped (orig. $120/ea)
New! Daily Deals: Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker (refurb): $119, APC UPS 1080VA: $100, more
New! Games/Apps: Angry Birds Seasons free (Reg. $1), Baldur’s Gate iOS 50% off, more

HP Stream 7 Signature Edition Tablet + 1 year Office 365 ($70 value): $79 shipped http://t.co/1xQCSyXQuo

$9 Tablet! pic.twitter.com/3pRuZG0Y2T

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) February 5, 2015

More deals still alive:

iOttie One Touch Windshield Dashboard Mounts for iPhone 6/Plus $13 (Reg. $20)
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)
Apple discounts nearly forty of the most popular productivity apps for iOS and Mac
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:

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
Club Nintendo posts Rewards Catalog: use your coins soon or lose them forever
Audio-Technica unveils its first professional grade open-back headphones with ATH-R70x
The Creator CI20 Android/Linux microcomputer starts shipping today for $65
Free Xbox Live Gold/PS Plus Games for February
Action role playing game Torchlight II is finally coming to Mac
Roundup: the best soundbars to bring your home theater to life
Sobriety optional: Synek’s new portable tap brings 11 fresh beers to any home or tailgate

Paper by FiftyThree’s essential tools now free for all iPad users

Zac Hall Feb 5 2015 - 6:00 am PT

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Paper by FiftyThree, the popular illustrating app for iPad, is making a significant change to its app price today. While Paper for iPad has been free to download and use since its debut, the app has also had tools for drawing and illustrating available for unlocking through in-app purchases as well.

Starting today, FiftyThree is making the all tools offered in Paper free for everyone to use. FiftyThree is now including the Draw, Sketch, Outline, Write, and Color tools for every Paper user. Previously, the essential tools were $3.99 to unlock as a package while individual tools could be have for $0.99 each.
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Reuters TV app for iPhone launches w/ on-demand & live video content

Jordan Kahn Feb 4 2015 - 1:49 pm PT

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Reuters is today releasing a new app for iPhone called Reuters TV that offers access to on-demand video content and live feeds of Reuters’ live coverage of certain events.
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How to watch the Grammy Awards live stream on your iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple TV

Jordan Kahn Feb 4 2015 - 10:21 am PT

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The 57th annual Grammy Awards are scheduled to take place this weekend on Sunday, February 8th, and CBS just sent over details on the only official live stream of the event accessible through iPhone, iPad, Mac, or on the big screen via Apple TV.

Head below for all the details on how to watch official streams for the event on your computer and all of your mobile devices.

iPhone/iPad: CBS mobile app

CBS has broadcasting of the event locked down this year, and so for mobile users the only official live stream available of the actual awards show will be the CBS app (US only).

It will require a CBS All Access subscription, however, and is also only available in 14 major markets, including: New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, San Francisco, Boston, Detroit, Minneapolis, Miami, Denver, Sacramento, Pittsburgh and Baltimore. It’s clear CBS is trying to push its All Access service, which offers next day access to TV shows, live TV in some markets, and on-demand content, but you can watch using a free trial and cancel before it expires…

Normally $6 month, you can take advantage of a free week trial of CBS All Access to watch the show.

The live stream kicks off at 8p.m. – 11:30p.m. live ET/ delayed PT.

The official GRAMMYs and CBS apps will have a live stream of the GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony and red carpet festivities starting at noon PT/3 p.m. ET, and the app will offer a second screen experience of sorts for those viewing the awards on TV at home.

Stream the 2015 GRAMMYs LIVE with CBS All Access on February 8th at 8/7c! Get ready to tune in to the GRAMMYs live stream now by starting your free CBS All Access trial.

Mac/Apple TV: CBS.com

Again, CBS will be the only source of a live stream online through its CBS All Access service. The good news is you can grab a free week trial of CBS All Access, which will give you access on mobile devices as well. This will probably also be your best bet for AirPlay streaming or mirroring to the big screen via Apple TV.

Like on mobile devices, GRAMMY.com and CBS will have a live stream of the GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony and red carpet festivities starting at noon PT/3 p.m. ET online, and also offer a second screen experience of sorts for those viewing the awards on TV at home. The main event takes place 8 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. live ET/ delayed PT.

9to5Toys Last Call: Incase 40% off, B&W P3 Headphones $100, iOttie iPhone car mount $13, more

Feb 4 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:

Beats Pill 2.0 Bluetooth Speaker $140 (Reg. $200), Pill XL $240 (Reg. $300), more
JBL refurb wireless speakers: OnBeat Air $27 (orig. $250), Jembe Bluetooth $29 (orig. $70)
LG G2 w/ 32 GB flash storage, 4G LTE, GSM (factory unlocked) $190 shipped (Reg. $299)
Home: French Press brewer $23 (Reg. $30+), space heater $90 (Reg. $140+), more

Incase 40% off: MacBook Icon Tensaerlite sleeve $42, iPhone 6 cases from $18, more

Bowers & Wilkins P3 Recertified Headphones in multiple colors $100 shipped (orig. $200)

iOttie One Touch Windshield Dashboard Mounts for iPhone 6/Plus $13 Prime shipped (Reg. $20)

Small States: Janus Motorcycles takes pride in its hand-crafted and locally sourced bikes, giveaway worth $340

More new gear from today:

New! SONOS announces new PLAY:1 Blue Note Limited Edition wireless speaker
New! Magazine subs from $4.75 per yr: Dwell, National Geographic, Fast Company, more
New! Games/Apps: Wolfenstein New Order (preowned) from $13, iOS freebies, more
New! TP-LINK Dual Band Wireless N600 Gigabit Router $45 shipped (Reg. $53+)
New! Daily Deals: Targus BT Keyboard: $13, Mophie Battery iPhone Cases: $35, more
New! D-Link Wireless 802.11n 720p Network cam $120 shipped (Reg. $165+)
New! Sennheiser MM30i in-ear headphones w/ mic & remote $23 Prime shipped (Reg. $50+)

More deals still alive:

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)
Up to $70 off iPads at Staples: Air 2 starts at $459, mini 3 $379 w/ free shipping
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)
Apple discounts nearly forty of the most popular productivity apps for iOS and Mac
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)
Jackery Leaf Premium iPhone 5/5S Charger Case $30 Prime shipped (orig. $100)
iPhone 6 ZeroLemon Razor Armor Case $10 Prime shipped (orig. $35)
Pioneer 2-Channel 130W Bookshelf Speakers (pair) $70 shipped (orig. $180)
Kindle Fire HD 6: $84 (Reg. $99), Kindle Fire HDX 8.9: $299 shipped (Reg. $379)
iTunes Free App of the Week: ProCam 2 ($1.99 value)
Dynex 40-inch 1080p LED HDTV: $210 shipped (Reg. $300)

New products & more:

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
Club Nintendo posts Rewards Catalog: use your coins soon or lose them forever
Audio-Technica unveils its first professional grade open-back headphones with ATH-R70x
The Creator CI20 Android/Linux microcomputer starts shipping today for $65
Free Xbox Live Gold/PS Plus Games for February
Action role playing game Torchlight II is finally coming to Mac
Roundup: the best soundbars to bring your home theater to life
Sobriety optional: Synek’s new portable tap brings 11 fresh beers to any home or tailgate

Tapbots teases redesigned Tweetbot for Mac

Zac Hall Feb 3 2015 - 1:37 pm PT

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Mark Jardine, designer for Tapbots apps including the popular Tweetbot app, tweeted a photo teasing the upcoming redesign of the Mac version for the third party Twitter client; the current version of Tweetbot for Mac features a heavier design aesthetic than the general user interface introduced with OS X 10.10 Yosemite.
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Opinion: Square Enix’s flip-flop on iOS 8 support spotlights App Store ambiguities, risks

Jeremy Horwitz Feb 3 2015 - 9:06 am PT

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Square Enix’s The World Ends With You

Buying an app from the App Store is designed to be as easy as possible. A large button with a price tag sits as close to the app’s icon and name as possible, while additional details linger below. You’re not supposed to think or worry too much about each purchase — the transaction is impulse-driven when the price is low — and the implication is that the app will work when you get it, and keep working for a long time thereafter.

But what happens when an app — marketed as compatible with current iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches — is never updated for the latest version of iOS, and either stops working after an iOS upgrade, or never works at all on new devices? That’s the situation buyers of Square Enix’s $18 The World Ends with You: Solo Remix (and $20 iPad version) have found themselves in since iOS 8 was released. The game’s description claims that it “requires iOS 4.3 or later” and is compatible with devices that shipped with iOS 8, but it wasn’t actually iOS 8-compatible. Yesterday, Square Enix publicly flip-flopped on whether it would leave the game unplayable or fix it. Before changing its tune, the company told customers that they’d need to continue to keep using iOS 7 in order to play the game — an unrealistic alternative, though one that’s faced by users of numerous iOS apps that aren’t being updated by their developers.

By considering abandonment of the 69% of iOS users who are currently on iOS 8, Square Enix wasn’t just making a business choice; it was also spotlighting the risk App Store customers take every time they purchase an app. And it also revealed how long-unsolved App Store listing ambiguities are subjecting users, developers, and Apple itself to unnecessary problems.

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9to5Toys Last Call: Grand Theft Auto V from $30, Slow Shutter! for iOS free download, Raspberry Pi 2, more

Feb 2 2015 - 9:11 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:

Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Over-Ear Headphones (black) $129 shipped (Reg. $169)
Jackery Leaf Premium iPhone 5/5S Charger Case $30 Prime shipped (orig. $100)
iPhone 6 ZeroLemon Razor Armor Case $10 Prime shipped (orig. $35)
Pioneer 2-Channel 130W Bookshelf Speakers (pair) $70 shipped (orig. $180)
Timex Weekender Men’s/Women’s Watches extra 30% off: from $19 Prime shipped
Kindle Fire HD 6: $84 (Reg. $99), Kindle Fire HDX 8.9: $299 shipped (Reg. $379)
Club Nintendo posts Rewards Catalog: use your coins soon or lose them forever
Home: Rayovac 6V LED Battery Lantern $5, Keurig 2.0 Freedom Clip for free, more

Games/Apps: Grand Theft Auto V from $30, Disney INFINITY Toy Box $36, Xbox Live Gold 1-yr $36, more

Slow Shutter! is now available for free inside the Apple Store iPhone app (Reg. $1.99)

Raspberry Pi 2 launches with juiced up specs and free Windows 10 at the same low price

Life Hack: these simple Velcro ties make cable management a cinch

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Small States: Janus Motorcycles takes pride in its hand-crafted and locally sourced bikes, giveaway worth $340

Apple discounts nearly forty of the most popular productivity apps for iOS and Mac

More new gear from today:

New! Breaking Bad: The Complete Series on Blu-ray w/ money barrel: $100 (orig. $300)
New! Samsung 850 EVO 2.5-inch 1TB Internal Solid State Drive $390 (Reg. $450)
New! Monoprice $20 off $100: 5.1-Ch. Home Theater Speakers $164 (Reg. $184), more
New! Sennheiser PXC 250-II Noise Cancelling Headphones $80 shipped (orig. $200), more
New! LeapFrog LeapTV Educational Active Video Game System $99 shipped (Reg. $150)
New! Free $10 Dunkin’ Donuts gift card and medium drink for new Rewards members
New! Daily Deals: LG 65″ 1080p HDTV $800, Samsung 2TB Portable HDD: $75, more

More deals still alive:

Omaker 10,000mAh Dual 2.1A USB Batteries with 1W flashlight: $17 Prime shipped
iTunes Downloads: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) $10, Groundhog Day $5, more
iTunes Free App of the Week: ProCam 2 ($1.99 value)
Apple 3TB AirPort Time Capsule (newest version): $349 shipped (13% off)
ZeroLemon SolarJuice 20000mAh power bank w/ solar charging: $50 (Reg. $60)
The Music of League of Legends Vol. 1 album for free (Reg. $9)
Duet Display uses your iPad as an extra Mac display, hits lowest price: $8 (Reg. $15)
Apple iPhone 6: $498 off contract, (iPhone 6 Plus: $598) refurb at Walmart (23% off)
AKG K551 over-ear headphones w/ mic $200 shipped (orig. $380)
iPhone 6/Plus Tempered Glass Screen Protector w/ rounded edges $5 shipped
Klipsch 12-inch 300W Subwoofer $200 shipped (Reg. $300)
Dynex 40-inch 1080p LED HDTV: $210 shipped (Reg. $300)

New products & more:

Audio-Technica unveils its first professional grade open-back headphones with ATH-R70x
The Creator CI20 Android/Linux microcomputer starts shipping today for $65
Free Xbox Live Gold/PS Plus Games for February
Action role playing game Torchlight II is finally coming to Mac
Roundup: the best soundbars to bring your home theater to life
Sobriety optional: Synek’s new portable tap brings 11 fresh beers to any home or tailgate
Nintendo Throwback Sale 3: Metroid Prime: Trilogy $10 for Wii U, more
Marvel Collectors Corps subscription delivers exclusive collectibles to your doorstep
Gaming For Couples: The best PlayStation 4 bundles, games, demos and accessories
WhatSim allows you to send unlimited WhatsApp messages from all over the globe for free
You’ll never be able to pop this John Deere tire
Luna smart mattress cover turns up the heat in bed and even triggers your morning coffee
Revell’s latest miniature quadcopter drone claims to be the “world’s smallest” yet
Kitchen Tech: Showtime Rotisserie Oven brings restaurant-quality chicken and roasts home

9to5Toys Last Call: iTunes Free App of the Week, Omaker 10000mAh power bank $17, SSD deals, more

Jan 30 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:

iTunes HD Downloads: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) $10, Groundhog Day $5, more
The Creator CI20 Android/Linux microcomputer starts shipping today for $65
Free Xbox Live Gold/PS Plus Games for February
Home: Dyson Hot+Cool fan/heater (refurb) $155 (orig. $400), more
Audio-Technica unveils its first professional grade open-back headphones with the new ATH-R70x

iTunes Free App of the Week: ProCam 2 ($1.99 value)

Omaker 10,000mAh Dual 2.1A USB Batteries with 1W flashlight: $17 Prime shipped, (+ 5200mAh battery: $30 shipped)

2.5-inch SATA III SSDs: Samsung 850 250GB $110 (Reg. $150), Crucial MX100 256GB $90 (Reg. $128)

Apple discounts nearly forty of the most popular productivity apps for iOS and Mac

Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro w/ Retina display (newest) 2.8GHz/8GB/512GB: $1,599 ($200 off)

Apple 11.6-inch MacBook Air (newest version) 1.4GHz/4GB/128GB $750 (Reg. $899)

Apple 11.6-inch MacBook Air (mid 2013) 1.3GHz/4GB/256GB: $849 (orig. $1,099)

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More new gear from today:

New! 2-yr subscription to National Geographic Magazine w/ digital access $30 (Reg. $38+)
New! Daily Deals: iPad Air 2 16GB Wi-Fi: $447, Toshiba 1TB External HDD: $55, more
New! Action role playing game Torchlight II is finally coming to Mac
New! Games/Apps: PlayStation TV $60, PS Silver Headset $35, Xbox Live Gold $40, more
New! Harman Kardon Esquire Portable Bluetooth Speaker (refurb) $155 shipped (orig. $250)
New! Plantronics BackBeat Go 2 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones $60 shipped (orig. $100), more

More deals still alive:

Apple 3TB AirPort Time Capsule (newest version): $349 shipped (13% off)
ZeroLemon SolarJuice 20000mAh power bank w/ solar charging: $50 (Reg. $60)
The Music of League of Legends Vol. 1 album for free (Reg. $9)
Media: The Wire Complete Series $50 iTunes download, DVD/Blu-rays as low as $3
Duet Display uses your iPad as an extra Mac display, hits lowest price: $8 (Reg. $15)
Apple iPhone 6: $498 off contract, (iPhone 6 Plus: $598) refurb at Walmart (23% off)
WD My Passport Ultra 2TB USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive: $80 shipped (orig. $140)
AKG K551 over-ear headphones w/ mic $200 shipped (orig. $380)
Last chance to score a big screen HDTV in time for the Super Bowl
Seagate Desktop 6TB Internal Hard Drive $200 shipped (orig. $350)
iPhone 6/Plus Tempered Glass Screen Protector w/ rounded edges $5 shipped
Brother Wireless B&W 3-in-1 Printer w/ AirPrint + $30 Gift Card $110 (Reg. $180)
Groupon 10% off sitewide: Logitech iPad Air Keyboard Cover (refurb) $27, more
Klipsch 12-inch 300W Subwoofer $200 shipped (Reg. $300)
Dynex 40-inch 1080p LED HDTV: $210 shipped (Reg. $300)
Magazine subs from $4 per yr: Popular Science, Wired, GQ, Men’s Health, more
Free two month Spotify Premium trial
2.5″ HDDs: Samsung 850 EVO 250GB $120, WD Black2 120GB SSD/1TB HDD $100
Headphones: Sennheiser HD 202 II over-ears $15, Klipsch X11 in-ears $100, more
Omaker M4 Rugged/Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker + 15,600mAh battery: $45 shipped
D-Link Wireless N Network Surveillance Camera $25 shipped (orig. $120)
Network: NETGEAR N600 WiFi Extender w/ AirPlay $70 (orig. $100), more
Garmin Vivofit Fitness Tracker (refurb) $60 shipped (Reg. $90+)
WD My Book 6TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive $200 shipped (orig. $300)

New products/ongoing promos/info:

Roundup: the best soundbars to bring your home theater to life
Sobriety optional: Synek’s new portable tap brings 11 fresh beers to any home or tailgate
Nintendo Throwback Sale 3: Metroid Prime: Trilogy $10 for Wii U, more
Marvel Collectors Corps subscription delivers exclusive collectibles to your doorstep
Gaming For Couples: The best PlayStation 4 bundles, games, demos and accessories
WhatSim allows you to send unlimited WhatsApp messages from all over the globe for free
You’ll never be able to pop this John Deere tire
Luna smart mattress cover turns up the heat in bed and even triggers your morning coffee
Revell’s latest miniature quadcopter drone claims to be the “world’s smallest” yet
Kitchen Tech: Showtime Rotisserie Oven brings restaurant-quality chicken and roasts home
The best student discounts: Apple, Best Buy, J.Crew, dozens of other national retailers
Avid will offer a free version of its digital audio workstation software known as Pro Tools First
Gaming For Couples: The best Xbox One bundles, games, demos and accessories

Apple releases iTunes 12.1 with OS X Notification Center widget, syncing improvements, and more

Mike Beasley Jan 29 2015 - 4:03 pm PT

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Apple has released a new update for iTunes on OS X that introduces support for a Notification Center widget. The widget will allow users to control their music and buy songs from iTunes Radio directly from the system-wide panel.

iTunes 12.1 also includes a “quick tour” feature that runs on the app’s second launch. It’s the same quick tour that has been available on Apple’s website since last year, but it is now included natively in the app to help users get acclimated to the new design.

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