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• More evidence emerges of an imminent 15-inch MacBook Air

  14-04-2023 23:55 via macworld.com
  
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  It looks like Apple is getting its perfect laptop ready for market. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on Friday, Apple has ramped up testing on “fresh Macs with processors on par with the current M2 chip.” Test logs seen by Bloomberg seem to indicate that Apple is testing what is likely a 15-inch MacBook Air.The testing involves validity with third-party App Store apps, which Apple performs before a Mac is released to market. The chip in the tested laptop has eight
  
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• First US state votes to ban TikTok with $10,000 fine per violation

  14-04-2023 23:52 via 9to5mac.com
  
  TikTok has been battling the possibility of a ban in the United States for years. Now, lawmakers in Montana voted to approve a “first-of-its-kind” bill that would ban the popular social media app across the state.more…
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• Apple’s tvOS 16.5 delivers sports multiview to Apple TV 4K

  14-04-2023 23:25 via macdailynews.com
  
  The Apple TV 4K is getting multiview with tvOS 16.5 – currently in beta – a boon for live sports fans.
  Apple’s current A15 Bionic-powered Apple TV 4K
  Henry T. Casey for Tom’s Guide:Tom’s Guide has learned that a multiview feature is debuting for MLB Friday Night Baseball (tonight) and MLS Season Pass (tomorrow, April 15).
  Multiview makes it easy to watch up to four games at once, so you can keep track of more than just a single game at the same time. And you control
  
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• Best Google Pixel Deals: Up to $900 Off Pixel 7 Pro, Free Pixel 6A and More - CNET

  14-04-2023 23:00
  
  Take advantage of these current offers to get one of Google's latest phones for a fantastic price.
  
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• Developer logs show that Apple is getting the 15-inch MacBook Air ready

  14-04-2023 22:35 via macworld.com
  
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  It looks like Apple is getting its perfect laptop ready for market. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on Friday, Apple has ramped up testing on “fresh Macs with processors on par with the current M2 chip.” Test logs seen by Bloomberg seem to indicate that Apple is testing what is likely a 15-inch MacBook Air.The testing involves validity with third-party App Store apps, which Apple performs before a Mac is released to market. The chip in the tested laptop has eight
  
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• Apple TV+ holds steady with 6% U.S. streaming market share as Netflix cedes first place

  14-04-2023 22:34 via macdailynews.com
  
  In new research data from JustWatch, Apple TV+ held 6% of the streaming platform market share in the United States during the first quarter of 2023, 9to5Mac reports.Filipe Espósito for 9to5Mac:Netflix used to be the streaming platform with the most users in the US, but that has changed recently. In the latest ranking, Netflix is now in second place with 20% of the market share, coming right behind Amazon Prime Video with 21%. Another impressive growth was that of Paramount+, whose market
  
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• Apple Sets Goals to Use More Recycled Materials by 2025 - CNET

  14-04-2023 22:00
  
  One goal the company set is to be using 100% recycled cobalt in all its batteries by then.
  
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• Apple ramps up testing of 15-inch MacBook Air ahead of release

  14-04-2023 21:32 via macdailynews.com
  
  According to developer logs, Apple is ramping up testing of new Macs, including what’s likely an all-new 15-inch MacBook Air ahead of release.
  Apple’s current M2 MacBook Air
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg New:The Mac maker has begun testing the new machines with third-party apps from the App Store to validate their compatibility, according to developer logs shared with Bloomberg News. That’s a necessary step in the run-up to the launch of a new device.
  The test logs indicate Apple i
  
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• Best Cellphone Plans of 2023: Our Top Picks for April - CNET

  14-04-2023 21:27
  
  A one-stop shop for figuring out which phone plan is the best option for you.
  
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• Amazon Could Charge You for Your Next Return Through UPS - CNET

  14-04-2023 21:15
  
  You can still return items for free at Whole Foods and Kohl's.
  
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• Poll: What’s your price for never using an iPhone again?

  14-04-2023 21:09 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier this year, Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway have double downed on their Apple stock position, revealing that they had purchased an additional $3 billion worth of Apple stock. That means they now own about 5.8% of all AAPL shares in circulation, valued at about $137 billion. Since investing in Apple in 2016, he has spoken about the brand in very high regard. He views Apple as a lifestyle brand more than an actual technology company. more…
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• HomeKit Weekly: Matter support comes to smart plugs with the Meross MSS115

  14-04-2023 21:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Back in November 2022, Meross announced the Meross MSS115. It was one of the first smart plugs with Matter support that was available to purchase. After a few months at the preorder stage, I finally got my hands on the product and was able to spend some time with it. Is it better than other products that focus on HomeKit only? Let’s dive in.more…
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• Apple ramps up 15-inch MacBook Air testing as release looms

  14-04-2023 20:54 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is ramping up testing of the highly-anticipated next-gen 15-inch MacBook Air. A new report today says that the 15-inch MacBook Air will feature a screen resolution that’s the same as the 14-inch MacBook Air and Apple Silicon performance that is “on par with M2 Macs.”more…
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• How to install Windows 11 on Apple Silicon Macs with free VMware Fusion Player [Video]

  14-04-2023 20:43 via 9to5mac.com
  
  In this hands-on tutorial, I’ll show you how to run Windows 11 for ARM using VMware Fusion Player 13, an application that includes a free personal license option. The downside to VMware Fusion Player, is that it doesn’t include 3D support for Windows 11 on ARM, but that may not be an issue for you if you’re just need to run a one-off app or other basic software.If you’re looking to run games, in general, Parallels Desktop 18 remains the better option due to its support o
  
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• Spotify is shutting down its ‘Heardle’ song guessing game because it hates fun

  14-04-2023 20:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Spotify is shutting down Heardle, the popular Wordle-inspired song guessing game that it acquired less than a year ago. The decision is apparently driven by Spotify’s desire for more users to discover music through the main Spotify apps (and because the company seems to hate fun).more…
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• Apple TV launches multiview sports streaming tonight for beta users

  14-04-2023 20:21 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Via Tom’s Guide, Apple is tonight launching the rumored multiview feature for Apple TV sports streaming in beta. The feature will be available on today’s MLB Friday Night Baseball streams for customers using Apple TV 4K with the tvOS 16.5 beta.
  The feature will also be available for the dozen MLS Season Pass games this weekend. Apple hasn’t officially announced when the Multiview feature will be available to everyone, although we can expect tvOS 16.5 to be out of beta within a
  
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• Vehicle buyers consider Ford, Toyota, after GM announces Apple CarPlay phaseout

  14-04-2023 20:06 via macdailynews.com
  
  After word got out that GM intends to phase out Apple CarPlay to install a built-in Google-powered infotainment experience on its future EVs that allows more customer data to be tracked and subscriptions to be charged, vehicle buyers are considering Ford, Toyota, and other makers who offer CarPlay.
  The next generation of CarPlay deeply integrates with a vehicle’s hardware, providing content for multiple screens within the vehicle.
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• Here Are Today's Refinance Rates, April 14, 2023: Rates Move Up - CNET

  14-04-2023 19:50
  
  A few key benchmark refinance rates increased this week. While refinance rates shift daily, experts expect rates to remain elevated for now.
  
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• Ford reportedly commits to Apple CarPlay ‘because customers love the capability’

  14-04-2023 19:42 via macworld.com
  
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  With the recent news that GM plans to ditch Apple CarPlay, anyone invested in Apple’s ecosystem might be wondering if other car companies will do the same. Apparently, you won’t see Ford following that bandwagon, as the company told 9to5Mac that it remains committed to CarPlay.“We continue to offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto because customers love the capability that enables easy access and control of their smartphone apps–especially our EV customers because
  
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• Current Mortgage Interest Rates on April 14, 2023: Rates Climb Higher - CNET

  14-04-2023 19:40
  
  It's getting more expensive to buy a house as interest rates rise. This week, some major mortgages rates trended upwards.
  
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• Bob Iger cites Steve Jobs as an inspiration for his decision to return as Disney’s CEO

  14-04-2023 19:18 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Bob Iger made the surprise decision to return to his post as Disney’s CEO last year after parting with the company toward the end of 2021. In a new profile with Time, Iger discussed that decision and pointed to Steve Jobs as one of his inspirations for returning to Disney.more…
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• Warren Buffett: If you were offered $10,000 never to buy an iPhone again, you wouldn’t take it

  14-04-2023 19:09 via macdailynews.com
  
  Berkshire Hathaway Chairman and CEO Warren Buffett said that the brand allegiance of Apple iPhone users is so strong that they wouldn’t permanently give up their phones for $10,000 and that sort of loyalty is what makes Apple stock a must-own.
  Warren Buffett addresses shareholders at the annual meeting of his Berkshire Hathaway Inc. during webcast in Omaha, Nebraska May 2, 2020 (video still via Yahoo Finance)
  Andrew Bary for Barron’s:Apple is by far the largest equity investment by B
  
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• Todoist for Mac gains AI assistant to level up your GTD powers

  14-04-2023 19:04 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Popular getting things done (GTD) app Todoist has received an AI upgrade that’s aiming to make it easier than ever to accomplish your tasks. That includes suggesting tasks, making them more actionable, and getting tips to complete them.more…
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• iOS 16.5 Beta 2: New Features Your iPhone Could Get Soon - CNET

  14-04-2023 18:30
  
  If you don't want to wait, you can sign up to become a beta tester and try the latest features now.
  
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• 8 Things Your Body Is Telling You About Your Vitamin Intake - CNET

  14-04-2023 18:00
  
  Our bodies communicate with us. All you have to do is listen.
  
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• 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro starts at $1,000 in Friday’s best deals, Twelve South HiRise Pro stand $84, more

  14-04-2023 17:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Heading into the weekend, all of today’s best deals are now up for grabs and headlined by the best price of the year on Apple’s 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro from $1,000. MacBook owners can also score the lowest price yet on Twelve South’s new HiRise Pro MacBook stand at $84, which rounds out today’s saving with Beats Studio Buds dropping to $100. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• Apple TV+ limited series ‘The Last Thing He Told Me,’ starring Jennifer Garner, now streaming

  14-04-2023 17:39 via macdailynews.com
  
  The new Apple TV+ limited series “The Last Thing He Told Me,” starring Jennifer Garner, is now streaming. The gripping series based on the acclaimed, bestselling novel by Laura Dave.
  Jennifer Garner
  The series follows Hannah (played by Garner), a woman who must forge a relationship with her 16-year-old stepdaughter Bailey (played by Rice) in order to find the truth about why her husband has mysteriously disappeared.Starring and executive produced by Jennifer Garner, the seven-part dr
  
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• Sleep Sound With 33% off Sitewide at DreamCloud - CNET

  14-04-2023 17:31
  
  Grab a new mattress, bedding and more so you can get better sleep for less during this weekend's flash sale.
  
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• Are Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Just as Good? Here's What to Know - CNET

  14-04-2023 17:30
  
  A pair of hearing aids that you can pick up at the store may be a new concept, but a new study suggests you may fit yourself for one just as well as the professionals.
  
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• What’s on Apple TV+: ‘The Last Thing He Told Me’ and ‘Jane’ are now available

  14-04-2023 17:00 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies.This resource will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, grouped into: TV shows, limited series, and movies. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s $6.99-a-month service. If you want to know what’s on the way, check out ou
  
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• Get These Great AirPods 3 Earbuds Alternatives for Only $36 - CNET

  14-04-2023 17:00
  
  Looking for a set of open-style buds? Get some extra savings on the Soundpeats Air3 Deluxe HS, our favorite budget alternative to the AirPods 3.
  
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• All Apple-designed circuit boards will use 100 percent certified recycled gold plating and tin soldering by 2025

  14-04-2023 16:45 via macdailynews.com
  
  All Apple-designed printed circuit boards will use 100 percent certified recycled gold plating by 2025. This includes rigid boards, such as the main logic board, and flexible boards, like those connecting to the cameras or buttons in iPhone.
  By 2025, all Apple-designed printed circuit boards, including all main logic boards, will have 100 percent recycled gold plating and 100 percent recycled tin soldering.
  Since pioneering an exclusively recycled supply chain for gold in the plating of the main
  
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• ‘Stephen Curry: Underrated’ documentary will premiere in select theaters and on Apple TV+ July 21st

  14-04-2023 16:33 via macdailynews.com
  
  “Stephen Curry: Underrated” will be released in select theaters and premiere on Apple TV+ on Friday, July 21, 2023.
  Apple Original Films and A24 announced today that the documentary “Stephen Curry: Underrated,” directed and produced by Emmy Award winner Peter Nicks, will be released in select theaters and premiere globally on Apple TV+ on Friday, July 21, 2023.
  “Stephen Curry: Underrated” is the remarkable coming-of-age story of one of the most influential, dy
  
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• The Top 4 Noise Colors Proven to Boost Quality Sleep - CNET

  14-04-2023 16:32
  
  Find out which noise color es right for you.
  
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• Ice Baths for Fitness: Do They Really Work? - CNET

  14-04-2023 16:30
  
  We dive into the popular cold plunging trend and reveal whether it's really worth trying.
  
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• West Ham vs. Arsenal Livestream: How to Watch Premier League Soccer From Anywhere - CNET

  14-04-2023 16:27
  
  London derby has big implications for both ends of the EPL table.
  
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• The Sneaky Signs You Might Have Seasonal Allergies - CNET

  14-04-2023 16:21
  
  Here's what we know about seasonal allergy symptoms, treatments and more.
  
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• 5 tips and tricks to free up disk space and hidden storage on your Mac

  14-04-2023 16:18 via 9to5mac.com
  
  As our devices become increasingly more capable and powerful, our Macs can fill up faster than we expect. Follow along for five tips and tricks to free up Mac storage and hidden space including native and third-party advanced options. more…
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• Save Up to $120 on Garmin Smartwatches at Best Buy - CNET

  14-04-2023 16:10
  
  Grab a smartwatch with all the fitness tracking capabilities you need for your next excursion for as low as $140.
  
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• Let This Discounted Meater Smart Thermostat Help You Master Grilling - CNET

  14-04-2023 16:07
  
  From steaks to chicken and everything in between, make sure it's just the right temperature with this affordable accessory.
  
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• 10 Sunscreen Myths That Might Be Hurting Your Skin - CNET

  14-04-2023 16:00
  
  Let's debunk some of the most harmful myths about sunscreen.
  
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• Here Are Today's Refinance Rates, April 14, 2023: Rates Trend Higher - CNET

  14-04-2023 15:00
  
  Multiple benchmark refinance rates trended upward this week. Though refinance rates change daily, experts expect rates to continue to climb.
  
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• Current Mortgage Interest Rates on April 14, 2023: Rates Trend Upward - CNET

  14-04-2023 15:00
  
  This week, some major mortgage rates moved up. As interest rates surge, it's getting more expensive to buy a house.
  
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• Get a brand new M2 Pro MacBook Pro for $1,850 in all-time low deal

  14-04-2023 14:45 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple’s MacBook Pro has speed and power to spare, and today’s it’s got a great price too: Amazon is selling the 14-inch MacBook Pro with a 10-core M2 Pro processor and 512GB of storage for $1,850, a savings of $149 and the lowest price we’ve ever seen for this model.Apple’s entry-level is a great laptop with an M2 Pro processor with a 10-core CPU/16-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. You’ll get a gorgeous 14.2-inch ProMotion display, an exce
  
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• Make Something Wonderful printed books on eBay – and rapidly being removed

  14-04-2023 14:42 via 9to5mac.com
  
  When we learned that a limited run of Make Something Wonderful printed books had been produced by the Steve Jobs Archive to gift to a number of Apple and Disney employees, it was only a matter of time before some of them ended up on eBay.
  We weren’t expecting it to happen quite this soon, however, nor in such numbers. However, it appears that the auction site may now be removing these listings …more…
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• Starboard acquires Parler social media platform; temporarily shuts service

  14-04-2023 14:38 via macdailynews.com
  
  Arlington, Virginia-based Starboard (formerly, Olympic Media) announced today that it has concluded the acquisition of social media platform Parler.“Parler’s large user base and additional strategic assets represent an enormous opportunity for Starboard to continue to build aggressively in our media and publishing business. The team at Parler has built an exceptional audience and we look forward to integrating that audience across all of our existing platforms.” said Ryan Coyne
  
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• Forget iPhone 15 buttons, the whole Apple rumor mill needs to hit the reset button

  14-04-2023 14:15 via macworld.com
  
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  The old adage is “If you don’t like the weather in [location], wait a minute.” (It has been attributed to Will Rogers and many locations lay claim to it, but nobody really knows how or where it started.) One could say the same thing about Apple rumors these days. Disappointed or excited about the latest Apple hardware or software rumor? Just wait…it’ll be backtracked, contradicted, or flip-flopped in no time.Apple is a famously secretive company, and the r
  
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• Apple is testing a new iPhone SE but you’ll never be able to buy it

  14-04-2023 14:08 via macworld.com
  
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  The on-again-off-again iPhone SE 4 might be off again. After a report this week revived hope that Apple was working on a new model of the budget handset based on the iPhone 14, a new report has dashed those hopes as quickly as they arrived.The one doing the squashing this time is analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who tweeted on Thursday that Apple is indeed using a prototype iPhone SE to test its homegrown 5G modem it has been developing for some time now. However, this “derivative model&rdqu
  
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• The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: What to Know Before Playing - CNET

  14-04-2023 14:00
  
  Nintendo's biggest game in years arrives soon.
  
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• The Biggest Rumored Google Products We Might See This Year - CNET

  14-04-2023 14:00
  
  We're expecting to see the first foldable Pixel phone, more AI products and Google's mysterious Pixel tablet in 2023.
  
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