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Today at Apple and CaixaForum collaborate on creative sessions in Madrid

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Apple’s collaboration with major cultural centers around the world continues this fall in Spain through a partnership with CaixaForum Madrid. The museum will host Today at Apple sessions teaching creative skills amplified by the center’s architecture and exhibitions. more… The post Today at Apple and CaixaForum collaborate on creative sessions in Madrid appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/today-at-apple-caixaforum-madrid-sessions/

Apple promotes several senior directors to VP positions, early iPhone marketing exec returns

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Apple has made several changes at the executive level recently. Bloomberg reports today that Apple has promoted a handful of employees to the vice president level, which is described as “a key title reserved for the most influential players.” more… The post Apple promotes several senior directors to VP positions, early iPhone marketing exec returns appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/apple-vice-president-changes-promotions/

Instagram shutting down third-party app that tried to mimic the removed ‘Following’ tab

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Earlier this month, Instagram removed its controversial ‘Following’ tab . Once the feature was removed, a third-party app aiming to duplicate the functionality quickly rose to popularity. Instagram is now shutting down that application. more… The post Instagram shutting down third-party app that tried to mimic the removed ‘Following’ tab appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/instagram-following-tab-app/

‘The Morning Show’ director disputes report of $300M budget

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Apple TV+ officially debuts tomorrow with an initial lineup of originals including The Morning Show . Ahead of that launch, a new report from Business Insider today refutes earlier details on how much Apple is spending on the series. more… The post ‘The Morning Show’ director disputes report of $300M budget appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/apple-tv-the-morning-show-budget/

Apple introducing new silver/black Magic accessories for upcoming Mac Pro

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Apple’s Mac Pro is still slated to ship sometime this fall and a new image asset shows off new Apple Magic accessories including a keyboard in silver and black without the numpad. So far, Apple has only made its space gray Magic Keyboard in the larger variant that includes the number keypad. more… The post Apple introducing new silver/black Magic accessories for upcoming Mac Pro appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/apple-introducing-new-silver-black-magic-accessories-for-upcoming-mac-pro/

AirPods Pro: How to customize Force Sensor controls

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AirPods Pro come with some great features like noise cancellation and a Transparency mode with a new in-ear design. Along with the updated form, Force Sensors in the AirPods Pro stems offer new controls. Read on for how to customize AirPods Pro controls including press speed, press duration, and what your left and right Force Sensors do. more… The post AirPods Pro: How to customize Force Sensor controls appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/how-to-customize-airpods-pro-controls-force-sensor/

Next is a new app that brings dynamic playlists to Apple Music

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Since Apple introduced the MusicKit API back in 2017, developers have created amazing apps to access Apple Music with exclusive interfaces and features. And now, it’s time for Next , a new iOS app created by Sorcererhat that brings dynamic playlists to Apple Music. more… The post Next is a new app that brings dynamic playlists to Apple Music appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/next-app-dynamic-playlists-apple-music/

9to5Mac Daily: October 31, 2019 – 16-inch MacBook Pro, AAPL earnings

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Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app , Stitcher , TuneIn , Google Play , or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Channels :  Channels makes it easy to watch live TV from all of your devices. Get your first month of Channels Plus for free here .  https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2019/10/9to5Mac-Daily-10-31-2019.mp3 more… The post 9to5Mac Daily: October 31, 2019 – 16-inch MacBook Pro, AAPL earnings appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/9to5mac-daily-october-31-2019/

Amazon’s MacBook Pro sale starts at $1,780, plus Apple Watch Series 3 Cell hits new low, more

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Amazon’s 1-day MacBook Pro sale headlines the best Halloween deals alongside new all-time low on Apple Watch Series 3 and the latest Arlo Ultra 4K cameras . Head below for all that and more in this 9to5Toys Lunch Break episode. more… The post Amazon’s MacBook Pro sale starts at $1,780, plus Apple Watch Series 3 Cell hits new low, more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/macbook-pro-sale-amazon/

Dropbox updates its third-party extensions with Gmail, Outlook, WhatsApp, more

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Dropbox is out today with a solid expansion of its third-party extensions to help customers more easily get work done. New Dropbox App Extensions include Gmail, Microsoft Outlook, WhatsApp, Freshbooks, and more. more… The post Dropbox updates its third-party extensions with Gmail, Outlook, WhatsApp, more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/dropbox-extensions-update-gmail-outlook-whatsapp/

9to5Mac Happy Hour 249: AirPods Pro unveiled, 16-inch MacBook Pro leaks continue, HomePod update

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iPhone 5 is just days away from going offline with a critical update, Apple unveiled new AirPods Pro in-ear headphones, 9to5Mac has a detailed glimspe at the 16-inch MacBook Pro, and Apple releases new features for HomePod. 9to5Mac Happy Hour is available on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , TuneIn ,  Google Play , or through our  dedicated RSS feed  for Overcast and other podcast players. https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2019/10/9to5Mac-Happy-Hour-10-31-2019.mp3 more… The post 9to5Mac Happy Hour 249: AirPods Pro unveiled, 16-inch MacBook Pro leaks continue, HomePod update appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/9to5mac-happy-hour-249/

iPhone shipments fell despite high revenues, say three big intelligence firms

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Yesterday’s record-breaking Q4 earnings report might have suggested the opposite, but reports from all three of the big market intelligence firms say that iPhone shipments fell year-on-year during the quarter. Apple’s fiscal Q4/calendar Q3 numbers were all good. Revenue was $64B, which was at the very top end of the company’s guidance and well above Wall Street expectations. iPhone revenue was back up above 50% of total income, at $33.36B. And Tim Cook said that iPhone 11 sales were off to “a very, very good start.” But there was one clue that all was not what it seems in what Cook didn’t  say… more… The post iPhone shipments fell despite high revenues, say three big intelligence firms appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/iphone-shipments-fell/

Comment: Apple is gradually selling more and more of us an iPhone subscription

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An iPhone subscription would once have sounded like a bad joke. But these days it’s a growing reality. Apple has long faced a problem. Its biggest cash cow is the iPhone, historically generating the majority of the company’s revenues. But where people once bought a new iPhone every couple of years on average, that upgrade cycle has been gradually lengthening. It’s now in the 3-4 year range for the average buyer… more… The post Comment: Apple is gradually selling more and more of us an iPhone subscription appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/iphone-subscription/

AirPods Pro teardown puts a spotlight on the tiny chips inside Apple’s noise-cancelling wireless earbuds

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With the AirPods Pro  now available, iFixit has got its hands on a pair and done its usual teardown of Apple’s latest hardware. Interestingly, rather than the skinny-but-long battery in normal AirPods, the AirPods Pro use a button cell. iFixit could not determine the exact capacity of the buds but it could see the capacity of the AirPods Pro case. The case battery has increased significantly from 1.52 Wh to 1.98 Wh. Apple still rates the AirPods Pro for the same 5 hours of listening time, or 4.5 hours with active noise cancellation or transparency mode enabled. more… The post AirPods Pro teardown puts a spotlight on the tiny chips inside Apple’s noise-cancelling wireless earbuds appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/31/airpods-pro-teardown/

Tim Cook says AirPods Pro are complementary to AirPods, not replacements

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AirPods Pro made their way to consumers and Apple Stores today with noise cancellation, Transparency mode, and more. Speaking on Apple’s earnings call today, Tim Cook said that he sees AirPods Pro as complementary to AirPods, rather than replacements. more… The post Tim Cook says AirPods Pro are complementary to AirPods, not replacements appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/tim-cook-says-airpods-pro-are-complementary-to-airpods-not-replacements/

Tim Cook explains why Apple is giving TV+ away for free, talks early Apple Arcade reception

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Apple TV+ officially launches this Friday, November 1 – and many Apple users will have free access for the first year. Apple is offering everyone who buys a new iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV a free year of Apple TV+, a decision that Tim Cook says is part of Apple’s efforts to maximize the subscriber base. more… The post Tim Cook explains why Apple is giving TV+ away for free, talks early Apple Arcade reception appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/apple-tv-plus-apple-arcade-tim-cook/

Apple hires another prominent cardiologist as Tim Cook teases growing healthy efforts

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Apple continues to grow its health team as it launches new health features, research initiatives, and more. CNBC reports today that Apple has hired another prominent cardiologist: David Tsay from the Columbia University Medical Center. more… The post Apple hires another prominent cardiologist as Tim Cook teases growing healthy efforts appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/apple-health-cardiologist-tim-cook/

Apple Pay transaction volume growing 4x as fast as PayPal, Tim Cook says

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Apple Pay has been growing at a brisk pace recently, and Tim Cook is making a point to emphasize that fact. During Apple’s Q4 2019 earnings call today, Cook touted that revenue and transactions for Apple Pay doubled year-over-year as the service continues to outpace PayPal. more… The post Apple Pay transaction volume growing 4x as fast as PayPal, Tim Cook says appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/apple-pay-transaction-volume-paypal/

US Census Bureau to use iOS devices for data collection and management in 2020 census

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Apple CFO Luca Maestri said today that the US Census Bureau is adopting iOS devices for next year’s census. Maestri explained that the adoption of iOS devices will help the Census Bureau produce “quality results” and lower costs. more… The post US Census Bureau to use iOS devices for data collection and management in 2020 census appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/apple-ios-devices-census-bureau/

Apple releasing revised HomePod software update after reports of bricked devices

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Earlier this week, Apple released a HomePod 13.2 software update. After installing that update, however, some users reported bricked HomePod units , causing Apple to pull the update. Now, Apple has released HomePod 13.2.1 to the public. more… The post Apple releasing revised HomePod software update after reports of bricked devices appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/apple-revised-homepod-software/

AirBuddy for Mac update brings AirPods Pro support, improved power efficiency, more

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Popular Mac app, AirBuddy  offers iOS-like integration with AirPods and certain Beats headphones and today, an update brings support for AirPods Pro. Other improvements include reduced power usage, better compatibility with Powerbeats Pro, and more. more… The post AirBuddy for Mac update brings AirPods Pro support, improved power efficiency, more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/air-buddy-mac-airpods-pro/

Microsoft Outlook for iPhone and iPad adding Split View, Do Not Disturb, more

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Microsoft is planning several updates to its Outlook app for iPhone and iPad. As explained by The Verge , Microsoft will roll out features such as iPad Split View, smart folders, and more to the Outlook app over the coming weeks. more… The post Microsoft Outlook for iPhone and iPad adding Split View, Do Not Disturb, more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/microsoft-outlook-split-view-more/

AirPods Pro: How to use Ear Tip Fit Test and change tips

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AirPods Pro come with three different sets of ear tips for a customizable fit, and they also have a neat fit-test feature that uses the internal microphones to analyze whether you’ve picked the right ear tips. Read on for how to change AirPods Pro ear tips and run the Ear Tip Fit Test. more… The post AirPods Pro: How to use Ear Tip Fit Test and change tips appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/change-airpods-pro-ear-tips-fit-test/

Exclusive: 16-inch MacBook Pro Touch Bar and Touch ID layout confirmed

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Rumors about a new 16-inch MacBook Pro are not exactly new, with recent icon evidence found in macOS Catalina betas suggesting the redesign mentioned in some reports is not going to happen as we thought. more… The post Exclusive: 16-inch MacBook Pro Touch Bar and Touch ID layout confirmed appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/exclusive-16-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar-and-touch-id-layout-confirmed/

9to5Mac Daily: October 30, 2019 – watchOS 6.1, Apple TV+ bundle

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Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app , Stitcher , TuneIn , Google Play , or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Channels :  Channels makes it easy to watch live TV from all of your devices. Get your first month of Channels Plus for free here .  https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2019/10/9to5Mac-Daily-10-30-2019.m4a more… The post 9to5Mac Daily: October 30, 2019 – watchOS 6.1, Apple TV+ bundle appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/9to5mac-daily-october-30-2019/

Stacktrace Podcast 060: “In-ear HomePods”

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Apple releases the AirPods Pro, and the Rambo Report makes its triumphant return as the name of Apple’s tracking tag is revealed. Also, balancing fixing tech debt with feature development, Swift vs SDK features, and much more. Sponsored by MacStadium : Get  50% off your first two months of a Mac mini subscription now w/ code 9TO5MAC, or get started with MacStadium’s new  Orka private cloud. Sponsored by Infinity Cable:  Get the new Infinity Cable with interchangeable magnetic tips for USB-C, micro-USB and Lightning- the first with 100W Power Delivery. Available up to 55% off with early bird pricing now. http://traffic.libsyn.com/stacktrace/RpYGBVzWeC_StacktraceEp60.mp3 more… The post Stacktrace Podcast 060: “In-ear HomePods” appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/stacktrace-podcast-060-in-ear-homepods/

Wednesday deals: Official Apple Watch bands from $22, iPhone XS pre-paid deals, more

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Apple’s official Apple Watch bands are on sale from under $23 at Amazon, while pre-paid iPhone XS deals have popped alongside Anker’s annual Halloween sale . Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more… The post Wednesday deals: Official Apple Watch bands from $22, iPhone XS pre-paid deals, more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/watch-bands-apple-amazon-sale/

Ford to bring wireless CarPlay support to some 2020 models with SYNC 4, screens up to 15.5-inches

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Ford has announced its latest in-car multimedia system today, SYNC 4. The new system will bring wireless CarPlay support to some of the company’s 2020 vehicles with screen sizes ranging from 8- to 15.5-inches. more… The post Ford to bring wireless CarPlay support to some 2020 models with SYNC 4, screens up to 15.5-inches appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/ford-wireless-carplay-2020-sync-4/

Tim Cook’s diplomacy in dealing with White House and China key to stock price

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Tim Cook’s diplomacy in dealing with both the White House and China has reportedly been key to investor confidence, playing a significant role in the current share price. Cook has had to tread a careful path in trying to calm the Trump administration while also aiming to persuade the Chinese government not to exact revenge on Apple for US government policies… more… The post Tim Cook’s diplomacy in dealing with White House and China key to stock price appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/tim-cooks-diplomacy/

Sonos pushing AirPlay 2 speaker lineup with new Trade Up discount program

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Sonos has announced a new initiative today that makes it easy for existing customers to trade in older Sonos products for a nice discount on new ones. For Apple customers, the Trade Up program is a neat opportunity to bring Sonos’ AirPlay 2 compatible speakers into your home. more… The post Sonos pushing AirPlay 2 speaker lineup with new Trade Up discount program appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/sonos-trade-in-program-airplay-2/

WhatsApp hack sees Facebook sue; company pays Cambridge Analytica fine

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Facebook is suing an Israeli company for a WhatsApp hack which allowed various governments to spy on more than 1,000 users, reports Reuters .  The attack was made possible by a security vulnerability in the app, later fixed. WhatsApp sued Israeli surveillance firm NSO Group on Tuesday, accusing it of helping government spies break into the phones of roughly 1,400 users across four continents in a hacking spree whose targets included diplomats, political dissidents, journalists and senior government officials… more… The post WhatsApp hack sees Facebook sue; company pays Cambridge Analytica fine appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/whatsapp-hack-2/

The new Mac Pro gets FCC approval ahead of launch

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The Mac Pro has appeared today on the FCC registry site, with its regulatory testing information publicly released . This usually means a product launch is imminent. more… The post The new Mac Pro gets FCC approval ahead of launch appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/the-new-mac-pro-hits-the-fcc-ahead-of-launch/

DJI Mavic Mini introduced — new $399 Ultra-Light drone weighs only 249 grams!

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The new Ultra-Light DJI Mavic Mini is officially introduced by the world’s largest drone marker this morning. And it weighs only 249 grams! And that is with the micro-SD card included! You can preorder the drone starting right now. It’s $399 for the Standard Version and $499 for the Fly More Combo. It feels like we’ve known this drone a long time already with all the photos that were leaked over the last week or so. Anyway, we have a lot of information to go over, so let’s get started. more… The post DJI Mavic Mini introduced — new $399 Ultra-Light drone weighs only 249 grams! appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://dronedj.com/2019/10/30/ultra-light-dji-mavic-mini-introduced-249-grams/

All three 2020 iPhones will have the most advanced 5G chip available — Nikkei

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While Apple is running a year behind most flagship smartphones in supporting 5G , a new report today says that next year’s iPhones will have most advanced 5G chip on the market. The report echoes earlier ones in stating that all three 2020 iPhones will be 5G-compatible, but this one has more specifics… more… The post All three 2020 iPhones will have the most advanced 5G chip available — Nikkei appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/most-advanced-5g-chip/

Apple sets next Apple Watch Activity Challenge for Veterans Day

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Apple updated its Activity Challenge servers today in preparation for its next Apple Watch challenge ( via Kyle Seth Gray ). Apple Watch owners will be able to earn the 2019 Veterans Day badge by doing a workout of 11 minutes or more on Veterans Day: Monday, November 11th. more… The post Apple sets next Apple Watch Activity Challenge for Veterans Day appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/apple-watch-activity-challenge-veterans-day-2/

iPhone shipments in China fell 28% in Q3; iPhone 11 prevented bigger drop

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iPhone shipments in China fell by 28% in Q3 thanks to fallout from the US trade war, according to the latest Canalys data. The slump would have been even more dramatic but for the popularity of the iPhone 11 , says the company. There could, though, be tougher times ahead for Apple … more… The post iPhone shipments in China fell 28% in Q3; iPhone 11 prevented bigger drop appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/iphone-shipments-in-china/

Apple starts sharing photos of AirPods Pro arriving in stores around the world

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We yesterday posted photos of AirPods Pro arriving in Apple Stores around the world, and the Cupertino company has now started sharing its own photos … more… The post Apple starts sharing photos of AirPods Pro arriving in stores around the world appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/photos-of-airpods-pro/

$4.99/month Apple Music student subscription now bundles Apple TV+ for free

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In a surprise announcement, Apple has announced its first bundle deal for Apple TV+. For subscribers to Apple Music on the student plan, $4.99 per month, Apple will giveaway Apple TV+ at no additional charge. The news was announced on Hailee Steinfeld’s Instagram page, who stars in Dickinson. Apple TV+ launches this Friday. more… The post $4.99/month Apple Music student subscription now bundles Apple TV+ for free appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/30/apple-tv-plus-free-apple-music/

Apple Stores welcome AirPods Pro with larger-than-life window photography, custom displays

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Apple is celebrating the arrival of AirPods Pro across the world with lively banners and special new displays at a select number of its retail stores. The custom decals and fixtures are timed to coincide with availability of the headphones in-store and online beginning October 30 . more… The post Apple Stores welcome AirPods Pro with larger-than-life window photography, custom displays appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/apple-store-airpods-pro-window-displays-tables/

Apple TV+ competitor HBO Max launching in May 2020 for $15 per month

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After teasing some details of HBO Max over the weekend, AT&T has officially offered up more specific information about the upcoming streaming service. At an event this evening, AT&T reveled that HBO Max will launch in May of 2020 for $14.99 per month. more… The post Apple TV+ competitor HBO Max launching in May 2020 for $15 per month appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/hbo-max-pricing-details-confirmed/

Nike Run Club now available as a completely standalone Apple Watch app

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Nike today has rolled out an update to the Nike Run Club app for Apple Watch. This update makes the Run Club app available completely independent of iOS, with Nike touting that you can “enjoy all the Apple Watch features without your phone.” more… The post Nike Run Club now available as a completely standalone Apple Watch app appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/nike-run-club-apple-watch/

How to use the Deep Fusion iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro camera feature

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iOS 13.2 has arrived and it brings Apple’s Deep Fusion camera tech that the company described as “computational photography mad science” to the iPhone 11 lineup. Follow along for how to use Deep Fusion including how it works and when the feature kicks in. more… The post How to use the Deep Fusion iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro camera feature appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/how-to-use-deep-fusion-iphone-11-pro-camera-feature/

Apple Pay antitrust scrutiny continues in the EU, new report says

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Apple Pay is facing scrutiny in the European Union, as a report earlier this month first detailed . Now, a new report from Reuters dives deeper into the antitrust concerns regulators in the EU have about Apple’s contactless payments platform. more… The post Apple Pay antitrust scrutiny continues in the EU, new report says appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/apple-pay-antitrust-eu/

HomePod adds new Ambient Sounds feature, here’s every command to try so far

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Along with the release of iOS 13.2 for iPhone and iPad , Apple rolled out the same update for HomePod , bringing highly anticipated features like Handoff, support for multiple users, and Ambient Sounds ( now temporarily pulled ). Read on for how to use HomePod Ambient Sounds to play all the available options including white noise, rain, fireplace, ocean, forest, and more. more… The post HomePod adds new Ambient Sounds feature, here’s every command to try so far appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/how-to-use-homepod-ambient-sounds-white-noise-rain-fireplace/

Twitter for Mac receives first update since iPad version adapted for macOS

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Twitter brought its app back to the Mac earlier this month with the help of Catalyst. Now the app is seeing its first major update and there are a host of improvements and bug fixes for app stability, keyboard shortcuts, multiple account management, and much more. more… The post Twitter for Mac receives first update since iPad version adapted for macOS appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/twitter-for-mac-receives-first-update-since-ipad-version-adapted-for-macos/

Apple TV app expands beyond Samsung Smart TVs with Sony update ahead of Apple TV+ debut

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Apple announced back in March that it would take the Apple TV app to other platforms, including Smart TVs from LG, Samsung, Sony, and Vizio. Although only Samsung TVs have received the app so far, some users have noticed today that the Apple TV app is now available on some Sony TV models. more… The post Apple TV app expands beyond Samsung Smart TVs with Sony update ahead of Apple TV+ debut appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/apple-tv-app-expands-beyond-samsung-smart-tvs-with-sony-update-ahead-of-apple-tv-debut/

AirPods Pro vs Powerbeats Pro: How specs, size, price, and more compare

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Apple has officially released AirPods Pro with new features such as Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency mode, and more. With a $249 price tag, they’re direct competitors to the Powerbeats Pro . Read on as we walk through how AirPods Pro stack up vs Powerbeats Pro. more… The post AirPods Pro vs Powerbeats Pro: How specs, size, price, and more compare appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/airpods-pro-vs-powerbeats-pro/

PlayStation Vue shutting down after Sony can’t find buyer for streaming TV service

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Last week we heard that Sony was looking to sell its streaming TV service, PlayStation Vue . Now, shortly after that news, the company has announced that it will be permanently shutting down the service in January 2020 as the “highly competitive Pay TV industry, with expensive content and network deals, has been slower to change than we expected.” more… The post PlayStation Vue shutting down after Sony can’t find buyer for streaming TV service appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/playstation-vue-shutting-down/

Apple releases macOS Catalina 10.15.1 update with new Emoji, HomeKit Secure Video support, and more

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Following the launch of iOS 13.2 and watchOS 6.1 , Apple today has released macOS Catalina 10.15.1. This update includes over 70 new Emoji, support for AirPods Pro , HomeKit Secure Video, and more. This is the first major update since the launch of macOS Catalina earlier this month. more… The post Apple releases macOS Catalina 10.15.1 update with new Emoji, HomeKit Secure Video support, and more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/apple-releases-macos-catalina-10-15-1-update-with-new-emoji-homekit-secure-video-support-and-more/

Apple releasing watchOS 6.1 to the public with Apple Watch Series 1 and Series 2 support, more

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Apple today is releasing watchOS 6.1 to the public after developer beta testing. The update includes performance improvements, and brings watchOS 6 to the Apple Watch Series 1 and Series 2. more… The post Apple releasing watchOS 6.1 to the public with Apple Watch Series 1 and Series 2 support, more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2019/10/29/watchos-6-1-series-1-series-2-more/