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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.

How-To: Take better videos with your iPhone using FiLMiC Pro [Video]

Jeff Benjamin Feb 18 2016 - 12:26 pm PT

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The stock Camera app found in iOS is decent enough. It’s great for the casual shooting of photos and videos, and more importantly, it’s easy to use and almost always works.

But just like there are dedicated photo apps for improving the quality of your photography, the same thing is true for videographers. If you’re looking to improve your iPhone or iPad videography skills, then look no further than FiLMiC Pro, a $9.99 universal app.

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PayPal for iOS updated w/ completely new iPhone 6-optimized interface, much more

Chance Miller Feb 18 2016 - 9:53 am PT

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At long last PayPal has updated its iOS app with a completely redesigned interface that optimizes the experience for iPhone 6/iPhone 6s and 6 Plus/6s Plus users. PayPal announced the update in a post on its blog, detailing all of the new features, including a new start screen, improved Send and Request interface, new account info details, and much more.

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9to5Toys Last Call: 15″ Retina MacBook Pro $549 off, D-Link iOS Water Sensor $38, iPhone car mount $5, more

Justin Kahn Feb 18 2016 - 9:36 am PT

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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:

Last Call Updates:

Canon adds three new Wi-Fi cameras to its mid-range lineup for prosumers and videographers

iPhone 5s 16GB Factory Unlocked 4G LTE (Refurb) $180 shipped (Orig. $450)
Samsung 55-inch Smart 4K UHDTV w/ 3 HDMI inputs: $700 (Reg. $900+), more
Charge your iPhone on JBL’s Rumble Bluetooth speaker w/ Lightning dock: $125 (Orig. $400)
Sports/Fitness: Nike Dri-Fit training shirt $20 (Reg. $40), more
Home: Philips Body Groomer $20 (Reg. $35), more

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Save $549 on Apple’s most powerful standard configuration 15-inch Retina MacBook Pro: $1,950 shipped (Reg. $2,499)

Keep tabs on flood risk areas w/ this D-Link Wi-Fi Water Sensor for iOS/Android: $38 shipped (Reg. $60)

Aukey iPhone car accessories w/ Prime shipping: Magnetic air vent mount $5, Dual USB charger $6, more

Apple Deals:

The latest iPad Pro deal nets you a 128GB Wi-Fi model for the price of a 32GB: $799 shipped (Reg. $949)

Apple iPad Air Wi-Fi 16GB $299 or 64GB $349 shipped (Reg. $399/$449)

Apple iPhone 6s/Plus (Verizon + Sprint) on-contract pricing gets slashed by $200, 64GB now just $100

Many Apple Watch models now $100 off: 38mm Sport $249 w/ free shipping (Reg. $349), more

Download VLC’s Remote app for iOS and Apple Watch while it’s free and save $5

App Store Free App of the Week: The Mesh puzzler goes free for the first time (Reg. $2)

Heroes Reborn: Enigma for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month (Reg. $5)

Final Fantasy IX is now available for download on iOS/Android

The Martian official iOS/Apple Watch game goes free (up to $3 value)

Apple offering popular iOS video editing app ‘Videoshop’ for free ($2 value)

MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:

Daily Deals: Aukey Aluminum 4-port USB 3.0 Hub $11, more

Pad & Quill’s new wooden iPhone 6/s/Plus cases use kevlar for added strength

BJ’s Warehouse Inner Circle One-Year Membership: $25 w/ email delivery (Reg. $50)
Get a pair of $10 Google Play Gift Cards ($20 total) for just $14.49 shipped (28% off)
Patagonia – up to 50% off: Down Sweater Jacket $114 (Orig. $229), more
Free MP3 of Footloose Soundtrack feat. Blake Shelton, Zac Brown, more (Reg. $9+)
Master Ruby on Rails with this six-course coding bootcamp: $29 (Orig. $1,296)
Games/Apps: The Order 1886 from $10, Terraria $13, iOS freebies, more
The original Rayman game is now available for download on the App Store
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Premium Open-Back Headphones $150 shipped (Reg. $300), more
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge 128GB (unlocked) for $550 shipped (Orig. $915)

MORE DEALS STILL ALIVE:

Control up to 8 devices w/ Logitech’s Harmony Home Universal Remote: $100 (Reg. $150)

Spotify tempts new Premium subscribers with free Google Chromecast offer

Cambond 10-ft. MFi Lightning Cable $11 (Reg. $17), USB-C Cable, more
Amazon’s magnetic earbuds have a built-in remote & tangle-free design: $15 (Reg. $25)
Kinda Deal: 2-pack Anker 6-ft MFi Lightning cables for $13 Prime shipped (Reg. $16)
LG 60-inch 4K 120Hz Smart UHDTV w/ 3 HDMI inputs + webOS 2.0: $880 (Reg. $1,200)
Sony set to launch another free multiplayer weekend across all PS4 titles
Logitech Keyboards: Illuminated K740 for Windows $50 (Reg. $80), more
Buy a Moto X Pure Edition 64GB for $500, get a free first gen. Moto 360 ($200 value)
Magazine subs from $5/yr: Wired, Forbes, The Atlantic, more (Reg. $20+/yr)
Sports/Fitness: Gonex mutli-tool bracelet $4 (Reg. $11+), more
Nintendo Select best sellers on the way w/ new low prices: Donkey Kong, Mario 3D World, more
Jet Set Radio is available for free on Steam alongside a handful of other Sega titles
Kinda Deal: Keep your cash secure w/ this fake-out book safe for $9 (Reg. $12)
Wrap your iPhone 6/s in this minimal leather wallet case for $15 (Reg. $25), more
Apple iPad Air 2 Smart Cover in 5 colors $15 (Reg. $35), Smart Case $20 (Reg. $70)
Aukey 2-in-1 Mini Clip-on SmartPhone Camera Lens Kit $9 Prime shipped (Reg. $15)
Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 Wireless Headphones Active Collection: $230 (Reg. $300)
Media: Straight Outta Compton HD download $10, Weeds Complete Collection $45, much more
Beats by Dr. Dre Solo 2 On-Ear Headphones now half off: $100 w/ free shipping (Reg. $200)
The popular ad-free version of the Trivia Crack app for Android drops to just $0.10 (Reg. $3)
Philips Wake-Up Light With Colored Sunrise Simulation: $98 shipped (Orig. $170)
Get a free pair of Level U Wireless headphones when you register a card w/ Samsung Pay
AirPrint 3-in-1 Wireless Color Printers: Epson InkJet $150 (Reg. $200), more
Prime: 3 months/books of Audible for free ($45 value, new Audible members only)
Enjoy the best of Google Cardboard Virtual Reality Headset: $25 (Orig. $30, CA Tax only)
Pad & Quill’s leather Lowry Cuff Apple Watch band offers Hermès style for $104 (Reg. $130)
SanDisk 64GB Wi-Fi Flash Drive for iOS/Android: $35 Prime shipped (Orig. $60), more
Mackie CR4 speakers (pair) + AT ATH-M40x headphones $170 ($240+ value)
Google Play Music 1-month subscription w/ YouTube Red access: $5 (Reg. $10)
Amazon offers rare 25% discount on Kindle Unlimited : 6-months $45 (Reg. $60), more
Everything you need to know to get the most out of Amazon’s Prime Pantry service

NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:

The new Carv wearable tracks your fitness and provides real-time feedback while skiing

The Coleco Chameleon retro gaming console is sure to appeal to any Millennial
NERF’s Fall 2016 line includes battery-powered 70MPH blasters, Alien designs, more
PSA: Fallout 4 gets 3DLC packs – get your Season Pass now before it jumps up in price
Mega Bloks details a new Destiny-themed line of kits at Toy Fair 2016
The new Assault on Hoth LEGO Star Wars kit recreates every detail with flawless execution
The latest Monopoly goes digital with an ATM to manage properties & bank accounts
Square Enix announces Hitman Go: Definitive Edition for PS4, Vita and PC
Immersit wants to turn your family room into an IMAX theatre
Review: Anker’s PowerCore+ gear is some of the best money can buy
PowerEgg Drone has a unique design w/ a 4K camera
OMBEE’s modular standing desk turns any table into a upright workstation
The new Andy Warhol Where’s Waldo book is perfect for any Pop Art connoisseur
3Doodler Start reimagines the popular Kickstarter project with a focus on children
BearTek’s new Smart Gloves offer iPhone/Android controls + GoPro support
Review: Incase and surfer Kelly Slater team up for the ultimate GoPro-focused backpack

Tasting Table launches Apple TV app in 24 hours thanks to JW Player’s new tvOS framework

Greg Barbosa Feb 18 2016 - 9:35 am PT

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Thanks to JW Player’s new tvOS app framework, Tasting Table was able to successfully build and submit an Apple TV app for review in less than 24 hours. JW Player’s new beta open-source product allows content makers on its platform to utilize what they already have created to build a fully branded Apple TV app.

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PSA: Skype’s group video calling on iOS & Android rolling out from today

Ben Lovejoy Feb 18 2016 - 5:46 am PT

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Skype told us a month ago that it would soon be rolling out group video calling to both iOS and Android devices, and the company has today advised that the rollout is now underway.

Today, we’ve started rolling out group video calling on iPhone, iPad and Android phones and tablets in Western Europe and North America and we expect to have completed our roll-out to these markets over the next week or so. We plan to be fully available worldwide in March

This brings the mobile experience in line with that already available on the desktop.

The UI lets you choose between a grid view of all those in the call, and a focus view that automatically switches to the person speaking. Alternatively, if you only really care about one person in the call, you can use a ‘pin’ feature to stick with your view of them.

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Panic releases Prompt 2.5 with support for Split View on iPad, 3D Touch on iPhone 6s

Greg Barbosa Feb 17 2016 - 12:09 pm PT

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Panic has released their new 2.5 update for Prompt, the popular SSH application for iOS. Introducing split-screen views on the iPad and 3D Touch on the latest iPhones, this brings Prompt to the forefront with the latest features available in iOS 9.

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Apple TV App Store gains app previews videos on tvOS

Zac Hall Feb 17 2016 - 9:29 am PT

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Apple has been steadily improving the tvOS App Store experience for customers and developers on the new Apple TV, and today it’s continuing by turning on support for app previews. Developers can create app previews, which are videos showing the app in action beyond just screenshots, to show customers how their apps work before they download or purchase the app.

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Domino’s brings easy pizza ordering to the Apple Watch

Zac Hall Feb 17 2016 - 9:04 am PT

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While Chipotle truly innovated last year with its burrito button Apple Watch app, Domino’s is joining the party by finally making it possible to easily order pizza for delivery using the Apple Watch. The convenience factor is arguably in leagues with the Tesla summon watch app we recently saw, and it’s safe to say 2016 has officially arrived.

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Bring a tiny bit of gaming nostalgia to your Apple Watch with new ‘Tiny Game of Pong’ app

Greg Barbosa Feb 17 2016 - 7:11 am PT

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Bring a little bit of nostalgia to your wrist today with the new Apple Watch game, A Tiny Game of Pong. Based on the 1970’s classic game, A Tiny Game of Pong lets players compete to beat the computer or against friends through Game Center leaderboard integrations. But how do you fit Pong on a tiny display?

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Hands-on: Real Racing 3 with split-screen multiplayer lands on the new Apple TV [Video]

Jeff Benjamin Feb 16 2016 - 12:30 pm PT

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Real Racing 3 has been around for several years on iOS, but yesterday’s update marked its debut appearance on tvOS and the fourth generation Apple TV. This isn’t the first time that the Real Racing franchise has been associated with Apple’s set top box, as previous versions allowed you to use AirPlay to stream races to the Apple TV while using an iOS device as a controller. Check out our hands-on video with the new racer below.

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1Password’s new family plan lets multiple users easily share passwords

Chance Miller Feb 16 2016 - 11:52 am PT

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1Password, the popular service that allows users to securely store their various passwords, has today announced a new plan for families that makes it considerably more affordable. In a blog post, AgileBits, the company behind the service, detailed 1Password for Families, explaining that the service costs $5 per month for a family of five, while additional people can be added for $1 per month.

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9to5Toys Last Call: iPhone 6/s Battery Case $15, Nomad Apple Watch Stand $36, Leo’s Fortune for iOS $1, more

Trevor Daugherty Feb 16 2016 - 9:32 am PT

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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:

Last Call Updates:

The Coleco Chameleon retro gaming console is sure to appeal to any Millennial

Philips Wake-Up Light With Colored Sunrise Simulation: $98 shipped (Orig. $170)
Get a free pair of Level U Wireless headphones when you register a card w/ Samsung Pay
PSA: Fallout 4 gets 3DLC packs – get your Season Pass now before it jumps up in price
NERF’s Fall 2016 line includes battery-powered 70MPH blasters, Alien designs, more
Mega Bloks details a new Destiny-themed line of kits at Toy Fair 2016
Sports/Fitness: Vivosmart fitness band $80 (Orig. $200), more
Home: Hoover Upright Vac $79 (Reg. $130), MIU color-changing humidifier $30, more

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Bestek Apple-certified MFi 3,100mAh 4.7 Inch iPhone 6/6s Battery Case w/2 Color Frames: $15 Prime Shipped

Nomad Apple Watch accessories: aluminum stand from $36 (Reg. $50), Pod Pro 6000mAh battery $60 (Reg. $80), more

Leo’s Fortune on iOS is now available for just $1 (Reg. $5)

Apple Deals:

The latest iPad Pro deal nets you a 128GB Wi-Fi model for the price of a 32GB: $799 shipped (Reg. $949)

Apple iPad Air Wi-Fi 16GB $299 or 64GB $349 shipped (Reg. $399/$449)

Apple iPhone 6s/Plus (Verizon + Sprint) on-contract pricing gets slashed by $200, 64GB now just $100

Many Apple Watch models now $100 off: 38mm Sport $249 w/ free shipping (Reg. $349), more

App Store Free App of the Week: The Mesh puzzler goes free for the first time (Reg. $2)

Download Lara Croft Go, Apple’s Game of the Year 2015, for just $2 (Reg. $5)

Heroes Reborn: Enigma for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month (Reg. $5)

Final Fantasy IX is now available for download on iOS/Android

The Martian official iOS/Apple Watch game goes free (up to $3 value)

Apple offering popular iOS video editing app ‘Videoshop’ for free ($2 value)

MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:

USB Power: KMASHI 20,000mAh Quick Charge 2.0 Battery $25 (Reg. $40), 10-ft. Braided MFi Lightning Cable $11, more

Daily Deals: D-Link AV2000 Gigabit Powerline Starter Kit $60, more
Aukey 2-in-1 Mini Clip-on SmartPhone Camera Lens Kit $9 Prime shipped (Reg. $15)
Warhammer 40,000 Deathwatch Tyranid Invasion for iOS goes free for the first time (Reg. $2)
Games/Apps: Street Fighter V (Prime only) $48, God of War 3 Remaster $20, iOS freebies, more
Media: Straight Outta Compton HD download $10, Weeds Complete Collection $45, much more
The popular ad-free version of the Trivia Crack app for Android drops to just $0.10 (Reg. $3)

MORE DEALS STILL ALIVE:

Wrap your iPhone 6/s in this minimal leather wallet case for $15 Prime shipped (Reg. $25), more

Apple iPad Air 2 Smart Cover in 5 colors $15 shipped (Reg. $35), Smart Case $20 shipped (Reg. $70)

iPhone 6/s/Plus Cases from $3 Prime shipped: Dual-Layer w/ Screen Protector $8, more

Beats by Dr. Dre Solo 2 On-Ear Headphones now half off: $100 w/ free shipping (Reg. $200)

Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 Wireless Headphones Active Collection: $230 (Reg. $300)

Beats Studio 2.0 Over-Ear headphones (multiple colors) $150 (Orig. $300)

AirPrint 3-in-1 Wireless Color Printers: Epson InkJet $150 (Reg. $200), more
Prime: 3 months/books of Audible for free ($45 value, new Audible members only)
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x + FiiO A3 Portable Amp $180 shipped (up to $229 value)
Enjoy the best of Google Cardboard Virtual Reality Headset: $25 (Orig. $30, CA Tax only)
Pad & Quill’s leather Lowry Cuff Apple Watch band offers Hermès style for $104 (Reg. $130)
SanDisk 64GB Wi-Fi Flash Drive for iOS/Android: $35 Prime shipped (Orig. $60), more
Mackie CR4 speakers (pair) + AT ATH-M40x headphones $170 ($240+ value)
Google Play Music 1-month subscription w/ YouTube Red access: $5 (Reg. $10)
Amazon offers rare 25% discount on Kindle Unlimited : 6-months $45 (Reg. $60), more
Sharp 50-inch 1080p 3x HDMI Smart LED HDTV w/ built-in Roku: $380 (Reg. $500)
Everything you need to know to get the most out of Amazon’s Prime Pantry service
RAVPower USB-C/A Charger $38 (Reg. $56), uNu w/ Lightning Cable $12 (Reg. $20)
QNAP 4-Bay NAS w/ AirPlay: $354 shipped (Orig. $480)
Microsoft’s new Quantum Break Cirrus White Xbox One Bundle, pre-order now
Luminid Touch light-up charging cable: $10 (Orig. $20, CA Tax only)
Get your engines ready: Rocket League is coming to Xbox One next week
Watch ‘Southpaw’ starring Jake Gyllenhaal & Forest Whitaker for just $0.99 (Reg. $5)
SizeUp for Mac offers instant window control via keyboard shortcuts: $5 (Orig. $13)
Sam’s Club Membership + $20 gift card + $21 food credits for $45 ($180 value)

NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:

The new Assault on Hoth LEGO Star Wars kit recreates every detail with flawless execution

The latest Monopoly goes digital with an ATM to manage properties & bank accounts

Square Enix announces Hitman Go: Definitive Edition for PS4, Vita and PC
Immersit wants to turn your family room into an IMAX theatre
Review: Anker’s PowerCore+ gear is some of the best money can buy
PowerEgg Drone has a unique design w/ a 4K camera
OMBEE’s modular standing desk turns any table into a upright workstation
The new Andy Warhol Where’s Waldo book is perfect for any Pop Art connoisseur
3Doodler Start reimagines the popular Kickstarter project with a focus on children
BearTek’s new Smart Gloves offer iPhone/Android controls + GoPro support
Review: Incase and surfer Kelly Slater team up for the ultimate GoPro-focused backpack
Review: $13 GRDE Explorer Rugged 10,000mAh Solar dual USB Battery w/ 2 USB lamps
LEGO strikes gold again w/ its latest Ghostbusters set based on the upcoming film

How-To: Stream the 58th Annual Grammy Awards on your Mac, Apple TV, or iOS device for free

Greg Barbosa Feb 15 2016 - 10:13 am PT

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The 58th Annual Grammys are broadcasting tonight and thanks to CBS All Access, nearly anyone can watch it for free without a cable subscription or TV set. The show starts at 8PM ET, with a pre-telecast red carpet show at 7PM ET. Viewers can catch the show on CBS’s site, or by using the iOS or Apple TV app. Here’s how to do it for free:

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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad Pro 128GB $799, PNY 128GB SD Card $36, Seagate 4TB Portable HD $115, more

Justin Kahn Feb 15 2016 - 9:31 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:

Caseology iPhone 6/s/Plus & Android Cases from $3 shipped: Clear Back Bumper $4 (Reg. $8), more

KeySmart Compact Key Holder: 1 for $11 shipped (Reg. $18) or 2 for $19 shipped (Reg. $29)
The new Assault on Hoth LEGO Star Wars kit recreates every detail with flawless execution
Square Enix announces Hitman Go: Definitive Edition for PS4, Vita and PC
The latest Monopoly goes digital with an ATM to manage properties & bank accounts
Sports/Fitness: Jawbone UP3 activity wristbands $100 (Orig. $180), more
Home: Snow Joe 21-inch Snow Thrower $170 (Orig. $270), more

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The latest iPad Pro deal nets you a 128GB Wi-Fi model for the price of a 32GB: $799 shipped (Reg. $949)

Apple iPad Air Wi-Fi 16GB $299 or 64GB $349 shipped (Reg. $399/$449)

PNY memory cards & flash drives up to 70% off: 128GB SDXC Flash Card $36, much more

SanDisk 64GB Wi-Fi Flash Drive for iOS/Android: $35 Prime shipped (Orig. $60), more

Daily Deals: Seagate 4TB Expansion Portable USB 3.0 Hard Drive $115, more

Apple Deals:

12-inch Retina MacBook $300 off across the board at B&H, prices start at just $999 – tax only in NY

Apple iPhone 6s/Plus (Verizon + Sprint) on-contract pricing gets slashed by $200, 64GB now just $100

Best Buy, Target and Radio Shack are all discounting 4th Gen. Apple TV, 32GB from $117 & 64GB from $162 shipped

Many Apple Watch models now $100 off at Target and Best Buy: 38mm Sport $249 w/ free shipping (Reg. $349), more

$50 iTunes gift card for $40 w/ email delivery from PayPal (20% savings)

App Store Free App of the Week: The Mesh puzzler goes free for the first time (Reg. $2)

Download Lara Croft Go, Apple’s Game of the Year 2015, for just $2 (Reg. $5)

Heroes Reborn: Enigma for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month (Reg. $5)

Final Fantasy IX is now available for download on iOS/Android

The Martian official iOS/Apple Watch game goes free (up to $3 value)

Apple offering popular iOS video editing app ‘Videoshop’ for free ($2 value)

MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:

AirPrint 3-in-1 Wireless Color Printers: Epson InkJet $150 (Reg. $200), Canon Laser $190 (Reg. $250)

Logitech Harmony Smart Control Universal Remote w/ Hub: $70 shipped (Reg. $95+)
Games/Apps: Fallout 4 $35, Xbox One bundle + $100 gift card $350, freebies, more
Presidents’ Day Fashion: Eddie Bauer up to 60% off Men’s Zip Fleece $30 (Reg. $60), more
Prime: 3 months/books of Audible for free ($45 value, new Audible members only)
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x + FiiO A3 Portable Amp $180 shipped (up to $229 value)
Enjoy the best of Google Cardboard Virtual Reality Headset: $25 (Orig. $30, CA Tax only)

MORE DEALS STILL ALIVE:

Apple iPad Air 2 Smart Cover in 5 colors $15 shipped (Reg. $35), Smart Case $20 shipped (Reg. $70)

Beats by Dr. Dre Solo 2 On-Ear Headphones now half off: $100 w/ free shipping (Reg. $200)

Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 Wireless Headphones Active Collection: $230 (Reg. $300)

Beats Studio 2.0 Over-Ear headphones (multiple colors) $150 (Orig. $300)

Pad & Quill’s high-quality leather Lowry Cuff Apple Watch band offers Hermès style for just $104 shipped (Reg. $130)

Best Buy Presidents’ Day Sale: Logitech wireless mouse $10, Samsung 4K HDTV $450, more
Mackie CR4 speakers (pair) + AT ATH-M40x headphones $170 ($240+ value)
Google Play Music 1-month subscription w/ YouTube Red access: $5 (Reg. $10)
iPhone 6/s/Plus Cases from $3 Prime shipped: Dual-Layer w/ Screen Protector $8, more
Amazon offers rare 25% discount on Kindle Unlimited : 6-months $45 (Reg. $60), more
Acer 19.5-inch 1920 x 1080 LED Monitor w/ VGA + DVI: $50 (Reg. $100)
Sharp 50-inch 1080p 3x HDMI Smart LED HDTV w/ built-in Roku: $380 (Reg. $500)
Everything you need to know to get the most out of Amazon’s Prime Pantry service
RAVPower USB-C/A Charger $38 (Reg. $56), uNu w/ Lightning Cable $12 (Reg. $20)
QNAP 4-Bay NAS w/ AirPlay: $354 shipped (Orig. $480)
Microsoft’s new Quantum Break Cirrus White Xbox One Bundle, pre-order now
Luminid Touch light-up charging cable: $10 (Orig. $20, CA Tax only)
Get your engines ready: Rocket League is coming to Xbox One next week
Watch ‘Southpaw’ starring Jake Gyllenhaal & Forest Whitaker for just $0.99 (Reg. $5)
SizeUp for Mac offers instant window control via keyboard shortcuts: $5 (Orig. $13)
Sam’s Club Membership + $20 gift card + $21 food credits for $45 ($180 value)
Free TV HD Digital Downloads at Google Play & iTunes
Fitbit’s Aria Wi-Fi Scale tracks body fat percentage (open-box): $80 (Orig. $130)
Xbox One 1TB Elite Bundle + $75 Microsoft Gift Card & game $499 ($600+ value)
ASUS Transformer Touch Laptop 1.6GHz/2GB/32GB: $179 shipped (Reg. $219)

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NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:

Immersit wants to turn your family room into an IMAX theatre

Review: Anker’s PowerCore+ gear is some of the best money can buy
PowerEgg Drone has a unique design w/ a 4K camera
OMBEE’s modular standing desk turns any table into a upright workstation
The new Andy Warhol Where’s Waldo book is perfect for any Pop Art connoisseur
3Doodler Start reimagines the popular Kickstarter project with a focus on children
BearTek’s new Smart Gloves offer iPhone/Android controls + GoPro support
Review: Incase and surfer Kelly Slater team up for the ultimate GoPro-focused backpack
Review: $13 GRDE Explorer Rugged 10,000mAh Solar dual USB Battery w/ 2 USB lamps
LEGO strikes gold again w/ its latest Ghostbusters set based on the upcoming film
Be a hero this Valentine’s Day w/ these best-selling Adult Coloring Books from $6
Ubuntu’s first tablet offers a converged desktop PC experience as well

9to5Toys Last Call: 12-inch MacBook $999, iPhone 6s 64GB w/ contract $100, iTunes $50 Gift Card $40, more

Trevor Daugherty Feb 12 2016 - 9:32 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:

Apple iPad Air 2 Smart Cover in 5 colors $15 shipped (Reg. $35), Smart Case $20 shipped (Reg. $70)

Lifeline 2 and Lifeline Silent Night on iOS are down to $1 each (Reg. $2), more
Mackie CR4 speakers (pair) + AT ATH-M40x headphones $170 ($240+ value)
Immersit wants to turn your family room into an IMAX theatre
Google Play Music 1-month subscription w/ YouTube Red access: $5 (Reg. $10)
Sports/Fitness: 2-Pack Compression Sleeves $19 (Reg. up to $50), more
Home: Dyson refurb Multi-floor Upright Vac $230 (Orig. $500), more

12-inch Retina MacBook $300 off across the board at B&H, prices start at just $999 – tax only in NY

Apple iPhone 6s/Plus (Verizon + Sprint) on-contract pricing gets slashed by $200, 64GB now just $100

$50 iTunes gift card for $40 w/ email delivery from PayPal (20% savings)

Best Buy, Target and Radio Shack are all discounting 4th Gen. Apple TV, 32GB from $117 & 64GB from $162 shipped

Many Apple Watch models now $100 off at Target and Best Buy: 38mm Sport $249 w/ free shipping (Reg. $349), more

App Store Free App of the Week: The Mesh puzzler goes free for the first time (Reg. $2)

Download Lara Croft Go, Apple’s Game of the Year 2015, for just $2 (Reg. $5)

Heroes Reborn: Enigma for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month (Reg. $5)

Final Fantasy IX is now available for download on iOS/Android

The Martian official iOS/Apple Watch game goes free (up to $3 value)

Apple offering popular iOS video editing app ‘Videoshop’ for free ($2 value)

Final Fantasy II on iOS available free inside the FF Portal app ($8 value)

MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:

Beats by Dr. Dre Solo 2 On-Ear Headphones now half off: $100 w/ free shipping (Reg. $200)

Best Buy Presidents’ Day Sale: Logitech wireless mouse $10, Samsung 4K HDTV $450, more
Toshiba Canvio Slim II 1TB USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive: $50 shipped (Reg. $60+)
Logitech Harmony Touch 15-Device Universal Remote $100 shipped (Reg. $130)
Games/Apps: Deadpool $25, Fallout 4 hardcover game guide from $20, freebies, more
Daily Deals: Lenovo 21.5″ 1080p HD Monitor $80, VIZIO 2.1-ch. Sound Stand (refurb) $78, more
Incase Valentine’s Day Sale – 35% off: EO Duffel for MacBooks $130 (Reg. $200), more
Philips 60 Watt Equivalent SlimStyle Dimmable A19 LED Light Bulb: $2.97 (add-on, limit 3)

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MORE DEALS STILL ALIVE:

Pad & Quill’s high-quality leather Lowry Cuff Apple Watch band offers Hermès style for just $104 shipped (Reg. $130)

Save on Apple’s monster 12.9-inch iPad Pro: 128GB Wi-Fi $850 (Reg. $949), 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular $950 (Reg. $1,079)

Apple iPad mini 3 128GB: Wi-Fi $300 (Orig. $599), Wi-Fi + Cellular $430 (Orig. $729)

Best Buy just cut prices for Apple’s iPad mini 4 and iPad Air 2 by $100, deals start at $300 w/ free shipping

Apple iPad Air Wi-Fi 16GB $299 or 64GB $349 shipped (Reg. $399/$449)

iPhone 6/s/Plus Cases from $3 Prime shipped: Dual-Layer w/ Screen Protector $8, more
Fitbit Charge Wireless Activity & Sleep Band w/ OLED display: $80 shipped (Reg. $130)
Amazon offers rare 25% discount on Kindle Unlimited : 6-months $45 (Reg. $60), more
Grand Theft Auto Liberty City Stories on iOS gets its first price drop: $4 (Reg. $7)
Beats Studio 2.0 Over-Ear headphones (multiple colors) $150 (Orig. $300)
TiVo Roamio OTA HD DVR (Refurbished): $30 (Orig. $50), more
Acer 19.5-inch 1920 x 1080 LED Monitor w/ VGA + DVI: $50 (Reg. $100)
Sharp 50-inch 1080p 3x HDMI Smart LED HDTV w/ built-in Roku: $380 (Reg. $500)
Everything you need to know to get the most out of Amazon’s Prime Pantry service
RAVPower USB-C/A Charger $38 (Reg. $56), uNu w/ Lightning Cable $12 (Reg. $20)
QNAP 4-Bay NAS w/ AirPlay: $354 shipped (Orig. $480)
Free MP3 downloads from hit artists like Adele, Ed Sheeran, 1D, more
Microsoft’s new Quantum Break Cirrus White Xbox One Bundle, pre-order now
Luminid Touch light-up charging cable: $10 (Orig. $20, CA Tax only)
A .edu email can get you the Sharp 32-inch 1080p HDTV for $150 shipped (Reg. $170)
Add 2TB of portable storage w/ WD USB 3.0 Hard Drive for $73 (Reg. $90)
JBL Headphones: J22 In-Ears $15 (Reg. $40) + 3 more deeply discounted pairs
Multi/Single year magazine subs from $3/yr: Motor Trend, more
Internal 2.5-inch SSDs: Samsung 850 EVO 1TB $280 (Reg. $300+)
Samson Meteorite USB Mic for Mac/PC: $30 Prime shipped (Reg. $40)
Get your engines ready: Rocket League is coming to Xbox One next week
Amazon’s 7-inch Fire tablet is on sale for $40 shipped (Reg. $50)
Watch ‘Southpaw’ starring Jake Gyllenhaal & Forest Whitaker for just $0.99 (Reg. $5)
SizeUp for Mac offers instant window control via keyboard shortcuts: $5 (Orig. $13)
Sam’s Club Membership + $20 gift card + $21 food credits for $45 ($180 value)
Free TV HD Digital Downloads at Google Play & iTunes
Fitbit’s Aria Wi-Fi Scale tracks body fat percentage (open-box): $80 (Orig. $130)
AmazonBasics 35-Mile HDTV Antenna $20 (Reg. $25)
Aukey 15,000mAh Dual-USB Power Bank: $18.50 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)
Xbox One 1TB Elite Bundle + $75 Microsoft Gift Card & game $499 ($600+ value)
Bowers & Wilkins P3 Headphones (recertified) in multiple colors: $90 (Orig. $200)
Media: $5 Blu-ray Sale – A Beautiful Mind, Seabiscuit, Knocked Up, more
$100 worth of Xbox gift cards for $81 shipped
Aukey’s Bluetooth 4.1 Sport Earbuds + Armband for $16 Prime shipped ($28 value)
LG Google Nexus 5 32GB Unlocked 4G LTE (Refurb) $140 shipped
ASUS Transformer Touch Laptop 1.6GHz/2GB/32GB: $179 shipped (Reg. $219)
Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 Wireless Headphones Active Collection: $230 (Reg. $300)

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The new Andy Warhol Where’s Waldo book is perfect for any Pop Art connoisseur
3Doodler Start reimagines the popular Kickstarter project with a focus on children
BearTek’s new Smart Gloves offer iPhone/Android controls + GoPro support
Review: Incase and surfer Kelly Slater team up for the ultimate GoPro-focused backpack
Review: $13 GRDE Explorer Rugged 10,000mAh Solar dual USB Battery w/ 2 USB lamps
LEGO strikes gold again w/ its latest Ghostbusters set based on the upcoming film
Be a hero this Valentine’s Day w/ these best-selling Adult Coloring Books from $6
Ubuntu’s first tablet offers a converged desktop PC experience as well

Kanye West wants to tap Kim Kardashian’s App Store success … with a bizarre game

Jordan Kahn Feb 12 2016 - 7:31 am PT

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In between a fashion show and album debut at his super confusing Madison Square Garden event yesterday, Kanye West also found some time to take the wraps off his upcoming video game dubbed “Only One”.

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ASICS will acquire Runkeeper, following Adidas and Under Armor’s example

Cam Bunton Feb 12 2016 - 3:33 am PT

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Following in the footsteps of competitors, Adidas and Under Armor, ASICS will buy fitness app-maker, Runkeeper. The move was announced on Medium by Runkeeper’s founder, Jason Jacobs, and indicates that all fitness apparel companies clearly see the need to embed tracking technology, and/or tie-in apps with their brands.

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TestFlight updated with support for watchOS 2.2 and iOS 9.3

Greg Barbosa Feb 11 2016 - 2:04 pm PT

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Apple’s TestFlight iOS app has received an updated today with support for watchOS 2.2 and iOS 9.3, as well as the standard “stability and performance improvements.” Upon first glance, users who were having trouble installing beta apps from TestFlight onto the latest watchOS 2.2 betas won’t see much more success with today’s TestFlight update.

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9to5Toys Last Call: new Apple TV from $117, Pad & Quill leather Apple Watch band $104, Fitbit Charge $80, more

Justin Kahn Feb 11 2016 - 9:30 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:

App Store Free App of the Week: The Mesh puzzler goes free for the first time (Reg. $2)

Review: Anker’s PowerCore+ gear is some of the best money can buy

Apple iPad mini 3 128GB: Wi-Fi $300 (Orig. $599), Wi-Fi + Cellular $430 (Orig. $729)
Grand Theft Auto Liberty City Stories on iOS gets its first price drop: $4 (Reg. $7)
Beats Studio 2.0 Over-Ear headphones (multiple colors) $150 (Orig. $300)
PowerEgg Drone has a unique design w/ a 4K camera
TiVo Roamio OTA HD DVR (Refurbished): $30 (Orig. $50), more
Acer 19.5-inch 1920 x 1080 LED Monitor w/ VGA + DVI: $50 (Reg. $100)
Sharp 50-inch 1080p 3x HDMI Smart LED HDTV w/ built-in Roku: $380 (Reg. $500)
Everything you need to know to get the most out of Amazon’s Prime Pantry service
Sports/Fitness: ProForm 65% off treadmills – 900 Premier $949 (Orig. $2,000+), more
Home: 2-pack Contigo travel mugs $20 ($40+ value), more

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Best Buy, Target and Radio Shack are all discounting 4th Gen. Apple TV, 32GB from $117 & 64GB from $162 shipped

Pad & Quill’s high-quality leather Lowry Cuff Apple Watch band offers Hermès style for just $104 shipped (Reg. $130)

Fitbit Charge Wireless Activity & Sleep Band w/ OLED display: $80 shipped (Reg. $130)

Many Apple Watch models now $100 off at Target and Best Buy: 38mm Sport $249 w/ free shipping (Reg. $349), more

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Download Lara Croft Go, Apple’s Game of the Year 2015, for just $2 (Reg. $5)

Heroes Reborn: Enigma for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month (Reg. $5)

Final Fantasy IX is now available for download on iOS/Android

The Martian official iOS/Apple Watch game goes free (up to $3 value)

Apple offering popular iOS video editing app ‘Videoshop’ for free ($2 value)

App Store Free App of the Week: Over graphic design & photo editing app ($4 value)

Final Fantasy II on iOS available free inside the FF Portal app ($8 value)

MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:

Daily Deals: Nest 2nd Gen Learning Thermostat $170, Cable Modem $50, more

RAVPower USB-C/A Charger $38 (Reg. $56), uNu w/ Lightning Cable $12 (Reg. $20)
Amazon’s Gold Box all time lows on Electric razors, BT sous vide cookers and clothing
QNAP 4-Bay NAS w/ AirPlay: $354 shipped (Orig. $480)
Games/Apps: Fallout 4 $39, Table Tennis Touch $1, freebies, more
Free MP3 downloads from hit artists like Adele, Ed Sheeran, 1D, more
Microsoft’s new Quantum Break Cirrus White Xbox One Bundle, pre-order now

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MORE DEALS STILL ALIVE:

Save on Apple’s monster 12.9-inch iPad Pro: 128GB Wi-Fi $850 (Reg. $949), 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular $950 (Reg. $1,079)

Best Buy just cut prices for Apple’s iPad mini 4 and iPad Air 2 by $100, deals start at $300 w/ free shipping

Apple iPad Air Wi-Fi 16GB $299 or 64GB $349 shipped (Reg. $399/$449)

iPhone 6/s/Plus Cases from $3 Prime shipped: Dual-Layer w/ Screen Protector $8 (Reg. $16), 3,000mAh Battery Case $20, more

Amazon offers rare 25% discount on Kindle Unlimited subscriptions: 6-months $45 (Reg. $60), more

Luminid Touch light-up charging cable: $10 (Orig. $20, CA Tax only)
A .edu email can get you the Sharp 32-inch 1080p HDTV for $150 shipped (Reg. $170)
Add 2TB of portable storage w/ WD USB 3.0 Hard Drive for $73 (Reg. $90)
JBL Headphones: J22 In-Ears $15 (Reg. $40) + 3 more deeply discounted pairs
Multi/Single year magazine subs from $3/yr: Motor Trend, more
Internal 2.5-inch SSDs: Samsung 850 EVO 1TB $280 (Reg. $300+)
Samson Meteorite USB Mic for Mac/PC: $30 Prime shipped (Reg. $40)
Get your engines ready: Rocket League is coming to Xbox One next week
Moto X Pure Edition 32GB Unlocked Smartphone: $375 shipped (Reg. $400+)
Amazon’s 7-inch Fire tablet is on sale for $40 shipped (Reg. $50)
Watch ‘Southpaw’ starring Jake Gyllenhaal & Forest Whitaker for just $0.99 (Reg. $5)
SizeUp for Mac offers instant window control via keyboard shortcuts: $5 (Orig. $13)
Sam’s Club Membership + $20 gift card + $21 food credits for $45 ($180 value)
Free TV HD Digital Downloads at Google Play & iTunes
Fitbit’s Aria Wi-Fi Scale tracks body fat percentage (open-box): $80 (Orig. $130)
AmazonBasics 35-Mile HDTV Antenna $20 (Reg. $25)
Aukey 15,000mAh Dual-USB Power Bank: $18.50 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)
Xbox One 1TB Elite Bundle + $75 Microsoft Gift Card & game $499 ($600+ value)
Bowers & Wilkins P3 Headphones (recertified) in multiple colors: $90 (Orig. $200)
Media: $5 Blu-ray Sale – A Beautiful Mind, Seabiscuit, Knocked Up, more
$100 worth of Xbox gift cards for $81 shipped
Aukey’s Bluetooth 4.1 Sport Earbuds + Armband for $16 Prime shipped ($28 value)
LG Google Nexus 5 32GB Unlocked 4G LTE (Refurb) $140 shipped
ASUS Transformer Touch Laptop 1.6GHz/2GB/32GB: $179 shipped (Reg. $219)
Kinda Deal – microUSB Flash Drives: Samsung 32GB $12 (Reg. $15)
Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 Wireless Headphones Active Collection: $230 (Reg. $300)
Bluetooth Headphones: JayBird BlueBuds X $58 (Orig. $170), more
Twelve South HiRise Apple Watch Dock $43 shipped (Reg. $50)
5 great video, 3D and music apps from Leawo, $8 (and rising! Orig. $150)
Panasonic eneloop 4-pack Rechargeable AA Batteries w/ Charger $16 (Reg. $18)
TechMatte’s approved USB-C cables are on sale right now: 1-ft $5 (Reg. $8), more
Drive safely with these iPhone or Android device car mounts from $5 (Reg. up to $20)

NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:

OMBEE’s modular standing desk turns any table into a upright workstation

The new Andy Warhol Where’s Waldo book is perfect for any Pop Art connoisseur

3Doodler Start reimagines the popular Kickstarter project with a focus on children
BearTek’s new Smart Gloves offer iPhone/Android controls + GoPro support
Review: Incase and surfer Kelly Slater team up for the ultimate GoPro-focused backpack
Review: $13 GRDE Explorer Rugged 10,000mAh Solar dual USB Battery w/ 2 USB lamps
LEGO strikes gold again w/ its latest Ghostbusters set based on the upcoming film
Be a hero this Valentine’s Day w/ these best-selling Adult Coloring Books from $6
Ubuntu’s first tablet offers a converged desktop PC experience as well

Anova Culinary Bluetooth Precision Cooker for sous-vide cooking works with iPhone, on sale $139 (reg. $179)

Greg Barbosa Feb 11 2016 - 7:39 am PT

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Learning chefs that want to get a start on cooking sous-vide and get restaurant quality results, take a look at Amazon’s Gold Box deal today with the Anova Culinary Bluetooth Precision Cooker currently available at $139 (normally $179). Anova’s precision cooker clamps to the side of any deep pot or tank and continuously circulates the water inside to ensure that food is cooked evenly throughout. Connect the Anova to an iPhone via Bluetooth, and you can then wirelessly control and monitor food easily, even finding new recipes to use.

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Vevo announces native app for Apple TV, offers curated content based on your tastes

Ben Lovejoy Feb 11 2016 - 7:11 am PT

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Vevo has today announced a native tvOS app for Apple TV, with a Spotlight section auto-playing a stream of music videos based on your own tastes.

Vevo brings the smooth experience of the new mobile app and customizes it for the best lean-back experience. The Spotlight section autoplays so that a user can put down the remote and instantly enjoy a stream of music videos curated to their individual tastes.

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Sleep++ 2.0 upgrades sleep tracking with the Apple Watch

Greg Barbosa Feb 11 2016 - 6:25 am PT

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For anyone looking to get better tracking and a bird’s eye view of your sleep habits, be sure to check out Sleep++ 2.0 available today. This latest version brings in a major sleep analysis algorithm overhaul to help users get a better understanding of nightly sleep patterns.

For users who frequently forget to stop their sleep tracking, the app’s update also introduces the ability to trim time off any extra hours accidentally accrued.

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Mobile apps to become a $50B industry this year, $100B by 2020 – App Annie

Ben Lovejoy Feb 11 2016 - 5:17 am PT

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Data from App Annie suggests that global mobile app revenue will hit $50B this year, and $101B by 2020. Total annual downloads will rise from 111B last year to 284B by 2020.

Apple’s iOS is set to retain its store leadership by gross revenue over the five-year period, while Google Play and third-party Android stores will expand their lead measured in downloads due to wider proliferation of devices.

The forecast was made a month after Apple announced a new record for App Store sales, hitting over $1.1B revenue in just two weeks of the holiday season.

App Annie suggests that China will overtake the U.S. in app revenue in the first half of this year, and cites good evidence for this …

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How-To: Keep up with Swift’s mailing list easily with Hirundo for Mac OS X

Greg Barbosa Feb 10 2016 - 11:50 am PT

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If you’ve been following any of the Swift mailing lists and have begun to feel overwhelmed with the amount of conversations passing through, take a look at Benedikt Terhechte’s new beta app Hirundo. The app focuses on creating a comfortable reading experience for the multitude of mailing lists out there and allows users to easily find, bookmark, and mute messages they desire.

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