Apple has never had a bigger software year, here’s how it’s going
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Hands-on: Nomad goes vertical with Stand One premium charger with official MagSafe
Nomad has launched its latest official MagSafe charger for iPhone today: Stand One. Like Base One, Stand One features a premium metal and glass build with a weighty design that feels like a sculpture that juices up your iPhone. Follow along for a hands-on look at the Nomad Stand One.
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H2O Audio waterproof headphones work with Apple Watch and iPhone (or without)
Following up after launching its TRI Headphones last fall, H20 Audio is out with its new lineup of pro waterproof headphones that are aimed at multi-sport athletes. While they work great with Apple Watch and iPhone, you can also use the new PLAYLIST+ feature to wirelessly load content directly to the three new models of PRO headphones.
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Tuesday’s best deals: 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro $200 off, M1 iPad Pro $699 off lows, more
All of Tuesday’s best discounts are now live thanks to the reporting over at 9to5Toys, with a pair of notable iPad offers leading the way. You can now save $200 on Apple’s latest 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro at its second-best price yet. Or if you’re not sold on the latest from Apple Silicon, the previous-generation cellular 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pros should do the trick with up to $699 in savings attached. Then be sure to go check out OtterBox’s iPhone 14 power bank with MagSafe passthrough charging as it hits $41. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseMicrosoft Edge and Bing team up with DALL·E to deliver text-based image creation
Microsoft has taken the next step in its plan to evolve its Bing search engine and Edge browser with the latest artificial intelligence has to offer. After integrating OpenAI’s ChatGPT last month, “Bing Image Creator” has arrived on iOS/Android and desktop powered by an “advanced version” of OpenAI’s DALL·E to create an image with just words.
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Anker’s new 15W MagSafe charger for iPhone 14 arrives with triangular 3-in-1 design
Anker today is launching its second-ever 15W MagSafe charging stand. After the first one landed earlier in the year, the company is out with a refreshed take on the desktop charging system that ditches the cube design we last saw for another geometric form factor. The new Anker 737 MagGo Charger packs much of the same 3-in-1 design that we’ve come to expect and is now available for purchase with a launch discount attached.
Expand Expanding CloseiPhone 14 Plus sales are too small for Apple, but it’s not an iPhone 13 mini-sized dud
A number of reports have suggested the iPhone 14 Plus is selling worse than Apple’s expectations. With that said, however, new data suggests the device is outselling what it replaced – the iPhone 13 mini. Here’s what that data shows…
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T-Mobile tapped by AAA to become exclusive carrier for its roadside assistance fleet
After announcing a major partnership with Vail Resorts last month, T-Mobile has made another deal to become the exclusive provider for the entire AAA roadside assistance fleet.
Expand Expanding CloseApple pushes for labor reform in India, wants ‘working hours, flexibility on par with China’
Earlier this month, a report revealed that Apple and Foxconn had successfully lobbied for more relaxed labor laws in the Indian state of Karnataka.
The companies, however, aren’t stopping there, as Bloomberg now reports that Apple and its supply chain partners are now pushing for labor reform in India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu.
Expand Expanding CloseApple @ Work Podcast: Business banking made digital with American Express
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Google Translate for iPhone gets Material You redesign, Lock Screen widgets
Following last month’s announcement, Google Translate for iPhone has received a Material You redesign.
Expand Expanding CloseKuo: USB-C to enable faster charging speeds for iPhone 15, but only with certified cables
Based on the latest reports, iPhone 15 will be the one to finally ditch the Lightning connector in favor of USB-C. However, although USB-C has become an industry standard, Apple still plans to limit it somewhat on the iPhone. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported on Monday that the USB-C port will enable faster charging speeds for the iPhone 15, but only with certified cables.
Expand Expanding CloseRoundup: Here’s everything Apple has been working on for its lineup of smart home products
Apple entered the smart home accessories segment back in 2014 with iOS 8, which introduced the HomeKit API to integrate such products with Siri. But it wasn’t until 2017 that Apple announced HomePod, its first smart speaker and overall first smart home device.
The company now has two different models of HomePod, but according to rumors, Apple wants to further expand this lineup in the near future. Here’s everything we know about what Apple has been working on for its smart home product lineup.
Expand Expanding CloseWhen will Apple release the first MacBook with an OLED screen?
We’ve already talked in-depth about Apple’s plans to release an iPad Pro with an OLED screen. At the same time, however, Apple is also working on its first MacBook with an OLED display. Head below as we round up everything we know about the upcoming OLED MacBooks right now…
Expand Expanding CloseApple Pay appears to be live in South Korea ahead of iOS 16.4
Last month we discovered that Apple Pay support in South Korea was set to be enabled in iOS 16.4. With the public release coming soon, it was possible Apple was waiting for that launch. However, arriving sooner, it looks like support for Apple’s contactless payment is now live in the country.
Expand Expanding CloseiOS hit Subway Surfers surpasses 4 billion worldwide downloads
Coming up on its 11th birthday in May, the super popular endless-runner Subway Surfers has hit the impressive milestone of 4 billion downloads. The news comes as the game recently launched its latest World Tour update.
Expand Expanding Close9to5Mac Daily: March 20, 2023 – iPhone 15 Pro buttons, more
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SwitchBuddy for iOS updated with complete game database, customizable gallery, more
The handy Nintendo Switch companion app SwitchBuddy has released an update today. After gaining upcoming game release dates and a countdown widget in January, SwitchBuddy now has a complete game database with search, enhanced discovery, a customizable gallery, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseThis Steve Jobs autographed award could be yours for a cool $95,000
Steve Jobs didn’t sign many autographs over his years as Apple CEO, so the ones that are out there are worth a pretty penny. This week, an award plaque signed by Jobs and presented to an Apple employee in 2000 has hit the marketplace with a nearly six-figure price tag.
Expand Expanding ClosePoll: Stage Manager is a major feature for iPadOS 16 – Do you use it on your iPad?
With the release of Stage Manager, iPad power users finally felt like we got a feature that was made to turn the iPad into a computer replacement instead of a computer supplement. But with the feature being delayed until iPadOS 16.2, the staggered iPad support, and the confusing implementation of it, I began to wonder: How many people actually use Stage Manager?
Expand Expanding Close8BitDo game controllers now officially support iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV
8BitDo just opened up its game controllers to iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV for the first time. The company has officially confirmed that six of its popular controllers now work with Apple devices thanks to recent software updates…
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Deals: Official Apple iPhone 14 series cases from $31, black Magic Trackpad II $120, more
With Monday now ushering in the new work week, we’re checking in with the folks over at 9to5Toys to see what’s on tap for all of today’s best deals. The savings today kick off with Apple’s entire collection of official iPhone 14 cases starting at $31, delivering some of the best prices ever in the process thanks to Amazon. Then the discounts carry over to the macOS side of the lineup, with markdowns on Apple’s official black Magic Trackpad II and Touch ID Magic Keyboard. Not to mention, $199 off all-time lows on M1 iMac. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseiPhone 15 Pro design leak corroborates revamped mute and volume buttons
Earlier this month, 9to5Mac exclusively reported that the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro will have new unified volume buttons and a new “pressing type” mute button. Now, freshly-leaked CAD files have corroborated our report and offered a closer look at the new design.
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Here’s how to block texts on iPhone in a few taps
Whether it’s someone you know, someone you don’t, or just a scam message, unwanted text messages can be a pain. Follow along for how to block texts on iPhone as well as how to report scam messages to Apple and your carrier.
Expand Expanding CloseRussia bans officials from using iPhones: ‘Either throw it away or give it to the children’
In preparations for Russia’s upcoming presidential election, the Kremlin has told officials to stop using iPhones. According to a report from Reuters, the decision was made “because of concerns that the devices are vulnerable to Western intelligence agencies.”
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