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Samsung Galaxy Buds+ impressions from an AirPods Pro user [Video]

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Last year I had the opportunity to try the first iteration of the Galaxy Buds in order to compare them with the original AirPods . Today, I go hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ in order to compare them with the AirPods Pro. Watch our hands-on video walkthrough for the details. more… The post Samsung Galaxy Buds+ impressions from an AirPods Pro user [Video] appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/29/samsung-galaxy-buds-plus-vs-apple-airpods-pro/

Apple @ Work: Why Apple-focused enterprises should be using cloud-services

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Apple @ Work is brought to you by  Jamf , the standard in Apple management. Learn more at  Jamf.com/9to5mac . Cloud computing is a term thrown around by everyone in today’s enterprise IT environment. For the next few weeks, I want to discuss what cloud computing is, why it’s beneficial for organizations of all sizes, how to build an Apple-focused organization around the cloud, and my experiences. more… The post Apple @ Work: Why Apple-focused enterprises should be using cloud-services appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/29/cloud-computing/

Grand opening: Toronto adds second Apple Store with latest design

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Toronto’s next Apple Store with the latest retail design opened to customers this morning. Apple Fairview moved to a larger and brighter space adjacent to its former location at CF Fairview Mall. The rare leap day opening comes just over two months after Canada’s first contemporary Apple Store opened at Toronto Eaton Centre. more… The post Grand opening: Toronto adds second Apple Store with latest design appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/29/apple-store-fairview-toronto-opening-photos/

Facebook planning Messenger app redesign with emphasis on Stories, hiding games and chat bots

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According to a new report from TechCrunch , Facebook is planning an extensive redesign to its Messenger application on iOS. The goal is to simplify the experience of the app, with a focus on stories and friends, which comes at the cost of certain other features. more… The post Facebook planning Messenger app redesign with emphasis on Stories, hiding games and chat bots appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/29/facebook-messenger-stories-redesign/

[Update: Smart Keyboard + Trackpad] Everything we know about the 2020 iPad Pro update

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The iPad Pro lineup is expected to get a refresh in 2020 following a year focused on software updates in 2019. This year, Apple is expected to double down on its augmented reality efforts and more. Read on as we round up everything we know so far about the 2020 iPad Pro. more… The post [Update: Smart Keyboard + Trackpad] Everything we know about the 2020 iPad Pro update appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/29/2020-ipad-pro-rumors/

Tot is new text editor for Mac, iPhone, and iPad focused on constraints and ease of use

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There dozens of note taking applications for iOS and Mac, including Apple’s Notes app that continues to get more powerful almost every year. The latest entry into this crowded field is called Tot , and it comes from The Iconfactory — which you may know best as the developers of popular apps such as Twitterrific and Linea Sketch. more… The post Tot is new text editor for Mac, iPhone, and iPad focused on constraints and ease of use appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/29/tot-text-editor-mac-iphone-ipad/

9to5Rewards: Mac Pro giveaway + 40% off HyperDrive GEN2 USB-C Hubs

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Alongside the launch of the new HyperDrive GEN2 USB-C hubs, we’ve teamed up with Hyper for our biggest giveaway yet– Apple’s brand new Mac Pro worth $5999 USD. Preorder the HyperDrive GEN2 USB-C Hub for up to 40% off retail now. Head below to enter the giveaway and check out our hands-on with the new Hyper USB-C hubs: more… The post 9to5Rewards: Mac Pro giveaway + 40% off HyperDrive GEN2 USB-C Hubs appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/mac-pro-giveaway-hyperdrive-gen2-usbc/

Apple Watch: How to remove apps from the complications list

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When you go to customize Apple Watch faces there can be a lot of complications to scroll through to find what you’re looking for. Read along for how to simplify things by removing apps from the complication list. more… The post Apple Watch: How to remove apps from the complications list appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/apple-watch-remove-apps-complication-option/

Review: Scosche’s BaseLynx modular charger lets you create your perfect Apple device station

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Scosche’s BaseLynx modular charger offers a compelling solution to create the exact wireless and wired charging setup you need for your pretty much all your Apple devices including iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and even MacBooks. Read on for our full review of BaseLynx that lets you charge over ten devices at once and easily reconfigure the setup at any time. more… The post Review: Scosche’s BaseLynx modular charger lets you create your perfect Apple device station appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/review-baselynx-modular-charger-apple-devices/

[Update: $200M fine proposed] FCC investigation finds wireless carriers broke federal law by selling user location data

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Just about a year ago, it came to light just how easy it was to buy the real-time location data of US wireless customers  via lax carrier standards, shady third-parties, and bounty hunters. Now after an “extensive investigation” the FCC has declared that “one or more wireless carriers apparently violated federal law.” more… The post [Update: $200M fine proposed] FCC investigation finds wireless carriers broke federal law by selling user location data appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/fcc-carriers-selling-user-location-data-crime/

Apple shuts down Clearview AI’s developer account for misusing enterprise certificate

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Right about a year ago, Apple began enforcing its enterprise certificate policy for developers more strictly. It all started with Facebook who was abusing its certificate but it didn’t end there. Google’s account was pulled temporarily among a wave of others . Now another developer who was found to be abusing Apple’s policies has seen its account disabled. more… The post Apple shuts down Clearview AI’s developer account for misusing enterprise certificate appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/apple-shuts-down-developer-clearview-ai/

Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM Review: Room-filling sound comes at a price

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Earlier this week, popular audio manufacturer Ultimate Ears announced its new HYPERBOOM Bluetooth speaker . The brand’s largest offering yet arrives with a hefty design and price tag to match. With a 360-degree design and robust bass, the HYPERBOOM looks past traditional speaker offerings and focuses in on parties instead. Specifically, it’s pointed towards warmer weather activities, but Ultimate Ears also sees it finding a place somewhere else in your life: the home theater. So after a few weeks with the Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM, I’m ready to offer a recommendation. With booming audio and a price tag sure to make some shutter, it falls in an interesting place in today’s highly-competitive speaker scene. Head below for more. more… The post Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM Review: Room-filling sound comes at a price appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5toys.com/2020/02/28/ultimate-ears-hyperboom-review/

Tim Cook shares optimistic long-term view for Apple amid coronavirus, details his approach to working w/ Trump

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Yesterday Fox Business released a snippet from an interview with Tim Cook covering his current thoughts on coronavirus and more. Today we’ve got a look at the full interview and Cook details his optimism around coronavirus not causing long-term issues for Apple as well as how he approaches working with President Trump and more. more… The post Tim Cook shares optimistic long-term view for Apple amid coronavirus, details his approach to working w/ Trump appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/tim-cook-long-term-view-coronavirus-trump-relationship/

FCC listing reveals HomeKit support should arrive with Ecobee smart camera

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We got our first look at Ecobee’s upcoming smart camera with voice control last year, then got a real-life image in July . Now an FCC listing for the device has confirmed that it should come with HomeKit support. more… The post FCC listing reveals HomeKit support should arrive with Ecobee smart camera appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/ecobee-smart-home-camera-homekit-support/

HomeKit Weekly: iSmartgate Pro is an easy to install HomeKit garage door opener

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Since I started building out my HomeKit home, one of the areas I haven’t touched is my garage doors. I had investigated various adaptors over the years, but I have an off-brand garage door opener that never seemed to be on the compatibility list. I recently came across a model that did work with my particular opener, so I was thrilled to be able to pick it up and get it installed. I’ve had the iSmartGate Pro garage door opener installed for the past few weeks, and I couldn’t be happier with it. If you are looking for a HomeKit garage door opener, read on to see how to it works, and how I am using it. more… The post HomeKit Weekly: iSmartgate Pro is an easy to install HomeKit garage door opener appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/homekit-garage-door-opener/

Take $99 off 10.2-inch iPad, plus latest Best Buy flash sale in today’s best deals

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Friday’s best deals include up to $99 off 10.2-inch iPad , a new Best Buy Flash Sale , and notable discounts on Mac mini. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more… The post Take $99 off 10.2-inch iPad, plus latest Best Buy flash sale in today’s best deals appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/10-ipad-best-buy-sale/

9to5Mac Daily: February 28, 2020 – iPad Pro Smart Keyboard with trackpad rumors

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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 Hyper:   Hyper’s next-gen of USB-C Hubs is now available to preorder . Thanks to Hyper, we’re also giving 9to5Mac readers the chance to win Apple’s new Mac Pro worth $6000 this month. https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2020/02/9to5Mac-Daily-02-28-2020.mp3 more… The post 9to5Mac Daily: February 28, 2020 – iPad Pro Smart Keyboard with trackpad rumors appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/9to5mac-daily-february-28-2020/

9to5Mac Happy Hour 266: iPad Pro Smart Keyboard Trackpad, ARM Macs, HomeKit routers

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Benjamin and Zac discuss the latest report that Apple is planning to release an iPad Pro Smart Keyboard with a trackpad, new Powerbeats4 leaks, the latest Ming-Chi Kuo prediction on Macs dropping Intel, HomeKit routers, and much more. 9to5Mac Happy Hour is available on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , TuneIn  or through our  RSS feed  for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes are released every Friday. Sponsored by Hyper:   Preorder the new HyperDrive GEN2: Next Generation USB-C Hub for  $59  (40% off the expected retail price).  Enter the Mac Pro Giveaway. Sponsored by Zapier : Right now through the end of the month, try Zapier free by going to our special link Zapier.com/HAPPYHOUR Sponsored by LinkedIn Jobs: Go to LinkedIn.com/HAPPYHOUR and get $50 OFF toward your first job post! https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2020/02/9to5Mac-Happy-Hour-02-28-2020.mp3 more… The post 9to5Mac Happy Ho...

Comment: It’s time for governments to learn how end-to-end encryption works

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There’s an emerging health crisis at the moment, besides coronavirus : the head injuries caused by techies banging their heads on their desks at each piece of evidence that governments don’t understand how end-to-end encryption works. The latest example of this, reported in the Guardian , was the head of Britain’s domestic counterintelligence and security agency, MI5, calling on tech companies like Apple and Facebook to continue to offer end-to-end encryption, but to provide MI5 access “on an exceptional basis”…  more… The post Comment: It’s time for governments to learn how end-to-end encryption works appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/how-end-to-end-encryption-works/

Apple hits the weekend with $5 action movie sale featuring new hits, old favorites

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Apple is rolling into the weekend with a fresh  $5 movie sale following yesterday’s big Pixar event ( which is still live ). This time around, you’ll find discounts on action and thriller titles. All of which will become a permanent part of your library. Hit the jump for all of our top picks. more… The post Apple hits the weekend with $5 action movie sale featuring new hits, old favorites appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5toys.com/2020/02/28/apple-action-movie-sale/

These are the latest Apple Arcade games for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, and Apple TV

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Apple Arcade  launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added regularly. Follow along with our guide on the latest from Apple’s gaming service. more… The post These are the latest Apple Arcade games for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, and Apple TV appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/apple-arcade-new-games/

Comment: I’d only want a Smart Keyboard with trackpad if it ticked two boxes

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A report yesterday indicated that Apple is planning to release a Smart Keyboard with trackpad for the iPad. Apple is planning to release an iPad keyboard accessory later this year that will include a built-in trackpad, the latest step in its effort to position the tablet device as an alternative to laptop computers, according to a person familiar with the matter. The company will likely release the accessory alongside the next version of the iPad Pro expected later this year, the person added. Our poll suggests huge interest in the idea … more… The post Comment: I’d only want a Smart Keyboard with trackpad if it ticked two boxes appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/smart-keyboard-with-trackpad/

Second proof of concept of under-display camera, but won’t come to iPhone soon

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Everyone thinks Apple’s ultimate vision for the iPhone is that famed ‘single slab of glass,’ and that the notch is just an interim step along the way to a truly bezel-free display. One requirement for that, of course, is an under-display camera. We’ve already seen one proof of concept for this – a working Oppo prototype – and Vivo has just announced another: the Apex 2020 … more… The post Second proof of concept of under-display camera, but won’t come to iPhone soon appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/28/under-display-camera/

Best Buy 24-Hr. Flash Sale discounts Apple, Chromebooks, more

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Today only, Best Buy has a new flash sale discounting tech across nearly every category , including hefty markdowns on MacBooks and more. Free shipping is available on orders over $35 or you can opt for in-store pickup and score your purchases today. You’ll find everything from Macs to TVs, smart home accessories, and more on sale today. Hit the jump for all of our top picks. more… The post Best Buy 24-Hr. Flash Sale discounts Apple, Chromebooks, more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5toys.com/2020/02/28/best-buy-flash-sales/

Poll: Would you use a Smart Keyboard for iPad Pro with a built-in trackpad?

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Earlier today, a report from The Information explained that Apple will release a new Smart Keyboard for the iPad Pro with a trackpad. This would be the first time that Apple has added a trackpad to the Smart Keyboard, and there are a few interesting things worth noting here. more… The post Poll: Would you use a Smart Keyboard for iPad Pro with a built-in trackpad? appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/ipad-pro-smart-keyboard-trackpad-poll/

Apple TV+ limited series based on the story of WeWork in development

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Apple TV+ is developing a limited series based on the story of WeWork, according to a new report from Variety . The series comes from Lee Eisenberg and Drew Crevello, and is based on the Wondery podcast “WeCrashed: The Rise and Fall of WeWork.” more… The post Apple TV+ limited series based on the story of WeWork in development appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/apple-tv-plus-original-wework/

LinkedIn wants to go business casual with Snapchat-style stories

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LinkedIn is looking to get in on the social media fun with the stories feature made popular by Snapchat years ago and then picked up by Instagram, Facebook, and more. LinkedIn shared that it’s been trying out the feature internally and that it will offer up a preview of its take on stories to some users soon. more… The post LinkedIn wants to go business casual with Snapchat-style stories appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/linkedin-snapchat-style-stories/

Lady Gaga teases her new music video entirely filmed on iPhone

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Lady Gaga is back with a new single, “Stupid Love,” which will be officially available tomorrow, February 28. While fans need to wait until tomorrow to see the new music video, the pop star shared a teaser today that revealed the clip was shot entirely with an iPhone. more… The post Lady Gaga teases her new music video entirely filmed on iPhone appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/lady-gaga-teases-her-new-music-video-entirely-filmed-on-iphone/

Report: Apple releasing iPad Pro Smart Keyboard with built-in trackpad this year

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According to a new report from The Information today, Apple is planning to release an iPad keyboard with a built-in trackpad this year. The report says that Apple is currently “preparing the keyboard for mass production.” more… The post Report: Apple releasing iPad Pro Smart Keyboard with built-in trackpad this year appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/report-apple-releasing-ipad-pro-smart-keyboard-with-built-in-trackpad-this-year/

Tim Cook says he believes China is getting coronavirus ‘under control’

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While Apple has acknowledged the impact of coronavirus on its supply chain and product demand in China, CEO Tim Cook seems to think the situation is improving in China. In an interview with Fox Business this afternoon, Cook explained his thinking as well as Apple’s ongoing work in China. more… The post Tim Cook says he believes China is getting coronavirus ‘under control’ appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/tim-cook-china-coronavirus/

Shazam adds Apple Music integration to its Android app

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Apple Music might not be the first thing you’d think of for Android users, but as the service grows in popularity many have been converting. Apple has also had a solid track record of updating its Android app with new features . Now, Shazam for Android is adding Apple Music integration. more… The post Shazam adds Apple Music integration to its Android app appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5google.com/2020/02/27/shazam-apple-music-android-update/

Samsung had the most successful Android phones, but iPhone dominated 2019’s top 10

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Samsung is the biggest smartphone maker on the planet, but Apple’s tight reigns on the US market give the company a run for its money. Now, a report on last year’s numbers reveals that Apple absolutely dominated the US market while Samsung had the most successful Android phones of 2019. more… The post Samsung had the most successful Android phones, but iPhone dominated 2019’s top 10 appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5google.com/2020/02/27/samsung-galaxy-a50-most-successful-android-phone-2019/

[Update: Now available] Zagg unveils new 10.2-inch iPad keyboards, new Mophie charger, more

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At CES 2020 this week, Zagg Brands has unveiled a new collection of accessories for Apple’s 10.2-inch iPad, as well as a new Mophie Powerstation Go portable battery, and more. more… The post [Update: Now available] Zagg unveils new 10.2-inch iPad keyboards, new Mophie charger, more appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/zagg-ipad-mophie-ces-2020/

Will Apple cancel WWDC 2020 due to coronavirus?

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Mobile World Congress was one of the first major international events canceled this year due to the coronavirus epidemic. Now as the virus continues to spread, more tough decisions are being made like Facebook canceling its F8 Developers Conference that was scheduled for May. With June around the corner and Apple’s developer conference attracting attendees from all around the world, will Apple have to cancel WWDC 2020? more… The post Will Apple cancel WWDC 2020 due to coronavirus? appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/will-apple-cancel-wwdc-2020/

9to5Mac Daily: February 27, 2020 – OTA recovery feature for iOS, HomeKit routers

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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 Hyper:   Hyper’s next-gen of USB-C Hubs is now available to preorder . Thanks to Hyper, we’re also giving 9to5Mac readers the chance to win Apple’s new Mac Pro worth $6000 this month. https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2020/02/9to5Mac-Daily-02-27-2020.mp3 more… The post 9to5Mac Daily: February 27, 2020 – OTA recovery feature for iOS, HomeKit routers appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/9to5mac-daily-february-27-2020/

Steinberg’s new USB-C audio interface for Mac/iOS features split DJ monitoring

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Steinberg is adding to its lineup of USB-C Mac interfaces today with the new UR24C two-channel model. After installing going on sale back in September of last year, Steinberg’s UR-C line of audio interfaces is seeing an interesting addition today with the latest entry int he family. With some interesting headphone monitoring options in tow for stage performers and studio producers, the new UR24C falls int he middle of the line offering up an affordable option for musicians that need a little bit more than the base model UR22C can offer. Head below for a closer look. more… The post Steinberg’s new USB-C audio interface for Mac/iOS features split DJ monitoring appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5toys.com/2020/02/27/usb-c-mac-interfaces-ur24c/

9to5Mac Watch Time episode 16: Apple Watch and CrossFit with Chance Miller

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9to5Mac Daily podcast host Chance Miller joins Zac to discuss Apple Watch and crossfit, diet and exercise, New Year’s Resolutions after January, new Apple Watch research studies, Screen Time, and more. 9to5Mac Watch Time is a podcast series hosted by Zac Hall. In this series, we talk to real people about how the Apple Watch is affecting their lives. 9to5Mac Watch Time is available on  Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Overcast , and your favorite podcast players through RSS . Subscribe now to catch up with each episode and automatically hear new episodes as soon as they’re released every two weeks. https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2020/02/9to5Mac-Watch-Time-02-27-2020.mp3 more… The post 9to5Mac Watch Time episode 16: Apple Watch and CrossFit with Chance Miller appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/9to5mac-watch-time-episode-16/

Still have an iPhone 6s? See how much faster the iPhone 11 Pro is

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The iPhone 6s and 6s Plus were really popular smartphones and Apple sold them up until about a year and a half ago. There are lots of customers who are still using the devices but with A9 processors from 2015, they’re starting to show their age (not to mention battery performance throttling). If you’re curious how much faster a new iPhone would be compared to your iPhone 6s, check out the latest speed test pitting the two against each other. more… The post Still have an iPhone 6s? See how much faster the iPhone 11 Pro is appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/iphone-11-how-much-faster-than-6s/

Tim Cook announces EdFarm and Apple to use AR for transformative educational tools

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As we previously reported, Tim Cook is in his home state of Alabama today to make an education-related announcement . Now we’ve learned that he shared in a keynote about educational firm EdFarm planning to use augmented reality to “bring Civil Rights history to life” in Birmingham along with Apple’s Everyone Can Code and Everyone Can Create curriculum. more… The post Tim Cook announces EdFarm and Apple to use AR for transformative educational tools appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/tim-cook-edfarm-ar-education-nonprofit/

Thursday’s best deals include 16-inch MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and iPad Air up to $400 off

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Today’s best deals include Apple’s 16-inch MacBook Pro , iPad Pro , and iPad Air , all at some of this year’s best prices. Head below for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more… The post Thursday’s best deals include 16-inch MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and iPad Air up to $400 off appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/macbook-pro-ipad-pro-deals/

New Powerbeats wireless headphones get FCC approval, ‘Hey Siri’ support expected

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Filings for new Powerbeats headphones today hit the FCC, model number A2015,  following 9to5Mac’s discovery of “Powerbeats4” in code references back in December. The new model is expected to feature ‘Hey Siri’ support and a H1 chip, like what we have seen in Powerbeats Pro and latest-generation AirPods. This model has hit the FCC ahead of an official announcement from Apple or Beats. The filings include a drawing of the new earbuds, and they look very similar to existing Powerbeats. more… The post New Powerbeats wireless headphones get FCC approval, ‘Hey Siri’ support expected appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/new-powerbeats-wireless-headphones-get-fcc-approval-hey-siri-support-expected/

Spotify launches iOS app update with new shuffle play button, action rows, improved cover art

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Spotify is out today with an update to the design of its iOS app. The latest release brings a new shuffle play button, easy to use action rows, and cover art for track rows. more… The post Spotify launches iOS app update with new shuffle play button, action rows, improved cover art appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/spotify-launches-ios-app-update-with-new-shuffle-play-button-action-rows-improved-cover-art/

Comment: Why ‘OS Recovery’ is an obvious solution for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch [Video]

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After yesterday’s release of iOS 13.4 beta 3, 9to5Mac spotted signs of a new feature called OS Recovery . Like Internet Recovery available on the Mac, this feature, if it ships, will allow iOS users to recover their devices over the air, bypassing the need to connect to a Mac or PC. more… The post Comment: Why ‘OS Recovery’ is an obvious solution for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch [Video] appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/comment-why-os-recovery-is-an-obvious-solution-for-iphone-ipad-and-apple-watch-video/

Apple discounts Pixar films, more in this week’s best movie deals

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Apple’s latest movie sale is centered around beloved Pixar titles for  $15 , plus a number of additional price drops starting at  $4 . You’ll also find this week’s  $1 HD rental, along with a host of other films on sale. Hit the jump for all of our top picks. more… The post Apple discounts Pixar films, more in this week’s best movie deals appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5toys.com/2020/02/27/pixar-apple-movie-sale/

EU proposal would force Apple to make iPhones with user-removable batteries

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A proposed EU law would force Apple to make iPhones with user-removable batteries – which is to say, batteries the user could quickly and easily swap out when the phone ran out of juice. This would represent a return to the early days of smartphones, when owners would commonly carry a charged spare battery and simply snap off the back casing and swap the battery when it ran low … more… The post EU proposal would force Apple to make iPhones with user-removable batteries appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/iphones-with-removable-batteries/

Apple losing two key operations and supply-chain at an unfortunate time

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A report today indicates that Apple has lost one key veteran executive and is about to lose another, each working in operations and supply-chain management. The departures are not ideally timed when Apple is trying to respond to supply-chain problems caused by the coronavirus outbreak in its key manufacturing hub of China … more… The post Apple losing two key operations and supply-chain at an unfortunate time appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/operations-and-supply-chain/

Apple Watch doesn’t detect AFib above 120bpm; fails 30-60% of time – studies

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Apple acknowledged in its FDA submission that the Apple Watch cannot detect AFib when the heart-rate is above 120 beats per minute, and a report today suggests this means it may fail to detect the condition in anywhere between 30% and 60% of cases. Apple has always been careful to stress the limitations of the Watch’s ability to detect AFib … more… The post Apple Watch doesn’t detect AFib above 120bpm; fails 30-60% of time – studies appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/27/apple-watch-doesnt-detect-afib-above-120bpm/

Apple should respond to shareholder proposal critical of China App Store takedowns, experts say

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Apple held its annual shareholders meeting earlier today , which included votes on six different proposals, comments from Tim Cook, and a question and answer session. One of the proposals was specifically critical of Apple’s cooperation with requests from the Chinese government to remove certain apps from the App Store. more… The post Apple should respond to shareholder proposal critical of China App Store takedowns, experts say appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/26/app-store-china-proposal-apple/

Cloud gaming service Shadow removed from App Store for violating Apple’s guidelines

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Shadow, one of several cloud gaming services to gain popularity recently, has had its iOS app removed from the App Store today. The company made the announcement on Reddit , saying that Apple removed the app because of a violation of App Store guidelines. more… The post Cloud gaming service Shadow removed from App Store for violating Apple’s guidelines appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/26/shadow-app-store-removal-iphone-ipad/

iPhone: How to send handwritten iMessages

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Want to add some personality and even some suspense to your iMessages? Read on for how to send handwritten notes in iMessage. We’ll also look at using invisible ink and other effects that can create a neat combination with handwritten messages. more… The post iPhone: How to send handwritten iMessages appeared first on 9to5Mac . source https://9to5mac.com/2020/02/26/iphone-how-to-send-handwritten-imessages/