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• Apple will soon let you update payment methods in-app when a subscription renewal fails

  19-04-2023 23:47 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is making a notable change to in-app subscriptions on iPhone and iPad. Starting this summer, you’ll be able to resolve billing issues directly in-app if a subscription renewal fails. Previously, you had to manage subscription payment failures via your Apple ID settings.more…
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• Color theorist: Red iPhone owners are attention-seekers, black iPhones owners are self-assured

  19-04-2023 23:26 via macdailynews.com
  
  According to Kate Smith, an Arlington, Virginia psychologist and color theorist, owners of red iPhones are attention-seekers while those who choose black iPhones are self-assured.
  Apple’s iPhone 14
  Todd Plummer for The Wall Street Journal:What does the color of your Apple iPhone say about you? Ms. Smith offers some expert insights.
  Uplifting Yellow: Lovers of this sunny shade are drawn to its uplifting associations and mood-boosting effect…
  Urbane Lavender: People who appreciate lif
  
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• Download these amazing Apple x Van Gogh wallpapers from Basic Apple Guy

  19-04-2023 22:41 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Back in March, Basic Apple Guy released a stunning wallpaper called “Big Starry Sur” made up of Apple’s Big Sur wallpaper in the style of The Starry Night by Van Gogh. Now as promised, he’s back with four new Apple x Van Gogh designs that are simply gorgeous.more…
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• Purdue University goes all-in on Apple Wallet student IDs, will no longer issue physical cards

  19-04-2023 22:09 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple first added support for student cards in Apple Wallet with iOS 12 and watchOS 5, and since then, the feature has gradually expanded to more universities in the United States. Now, Purdue University has announced support for the feature, allowing students to add their ID to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet for the first time.more…
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• Report sheds light on Apple’s early plans for a very different iPhone 15

  19-04-2023 22:08 via macworld.com
  
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  If there’s one feature we’re 100 percent certain of when the iPhone 15 launches this fall, it’s USB-C. Ever since the EU ratified its law requiring new portable electronic devices to use the universal port for charging beginning in 2024, it’s been reported time and time again that Apple won’t drag its feet with complying.However, it apparently wasn’t always that way. According to a rumor from Unknownz21on Twitter, Apple planned a version of the iPhone
  
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• JP Morgan ups Apple price target to $190

  19-04-2023 22:03 via macdailynews.com
  
  JP Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee on Wednesday maintained an “Overweight” rating on AAPL shares and increased his Apple price target from $175 to $190.William Gallagher for AppleInsider:“Expect Mar-Q beat to targets on iPhone revenue tailwinds from channel inventory build,” says the firm in a note seen by AppleInsider. “We are modestly raising our revenue and earnings forecast for the Mar-Q to $94.9 bn/$1.49 from $92.7 bn/$1.44 (vs. consensus of $92.5 bn/$1.43).&rd
  
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• Snapchat adds Apple Find My-style live location sharing, ChatGPT integration for all users, more

  19-04-2023 21:36 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Snapchat has announced a number of updates coming soon to its iPhone app. As part of its Snap Summit event today, the company revealed that it will roll out its “My AI” chatbot to all users, add new features to Snapchat Stories, and much more.more…
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• What’s more prevalent than juice jacking? Fake public WiFi networks, says researcher

  19-04-2023 21:26 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Juice jacking popped into the mainstream consciousness this month as the FBI shared a warning to avoid public device charging to protect against the rise of malicious cables. While juice jacking can severely compromise devices, one security expert is raising awareness of a more common – but usually less critical threat – fake public WiFi connections.more…
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• Google Fi Adds Free Trial Option and Watch Support, Rebrands as Google Fi Wireless - CNET

  19-04-2023 21:07
  
  Google's cell phone carrier service is getting a mini makeover.
  
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• Apple’s incremental introduction of its mixed-reality headset is the right approach – Gene Munster

  19-04-2023 21:02 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s mixed-reality headset will be an endorsement of the metaverse even though the company will likely never use the word “metaverse,” longtime Apple analyst Gene Munster says.
  Designer Marcus Kane’s conception Apple’s mixed reality headset (via Yanko Design)
  Gene Munster for Deepwater Asset Management:While the metaverse won’t be as big of an investment opportunity as the internet was or AI will likely become, it will likely be as big of an opportunity as
  
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• 9 Ways Your Eyes Are Trying to Tell You to Get Glasses - CNET

  19-04-2023 21:00
  
  Changes in vision are slow, often progressing over time. That doesn't mean you should ignore them.
  
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• Home Prices Plummeted in March. What Does That Mean With Rates Well Above 6%? - CNET

  19-04-2023 20:40
  
  The housing market continues its cooldown.
  
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• Best Soundbar Deals: Up to $332 Off Models From LG, Samsung and Klipsch - CNET

  19-04-2023 20:30
  
  Get theater-quality sound for your entertainment hub that won't break the bank.
  
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• Chrome for Mac gets another critical update after new zero-day exploit found in the wild

  19-04-2023 20:17 via macworld.com
  
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  It was only a few days ago when Google pushed out an emergency update to Chrome for Mac that fixed a vulnerability that was actively exploited. Less than a week later, a second update has arrived to fix another flaw that exists in the wild.The 112.0.5615.137 update for Chrome for Mac fixes eight security flaws, including at least one that may have been actively exploited. That vulnerability (CVE-2023-2136) is described as an integer overflow in Skia and is listed as a high-risk bug. Unl
  
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• Upcoming Reddit changes may spell the end of free third-party apps

  19-04-2023 20:14 via 9to5google.com
  Reddit has begun having discussions with app developers on a change that would likely spell the end of free third-party Reddit apps, shifting toward a paid subscription model.more…
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• Snapchat's AI Bot Is Rolling Out to Everyone. Here's How It Works - CNET

  19-04-2023 20:06
  
  The bot will eventually communicate in pictures. Snap's also making generative AI lenses, too.
  
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• Apple TV+ reveals trailer for new dark comedy ‘High Desert,’ starring Patricia Arquette, ahead of May 17th premiere

  19-04-2023 20:01 via macdailynews.com
  
  “High Desert” is an eight-episode dark comedy series, starring and executive produced by Patricia Arquette, set to premiere globally on May 17, 2023 on Apple TV+.
  Apple TV+ today unveiled the trailer for “High Desert,” the new eight-episode dark comedy starring Patricia Arquette, who also serves as executive producer, Matt Dillon, Christine Taylor, Weruche Opia, Brad Garrett, Bernadette Peters, Rupert Friend and Keir O’Donnell. Directed by Emmy Award winner Jay Roac
  
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• Watch Champions League Soccer: Livestream Bayern Munich vs. Man City From Anywhere - CNET

  19-04-2023 20:00
  
  Pep Guardiola's Cityzens take a three-goal advantage to the Allianz Arena for this decisive quarterfinal second leg.
  
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• Netflix Is Making Its Ad Plan More Tempting - CNET

  19-04-2023 20:00
  
  Two streaming upgrades will likely roll out to all Netflix ad-based plans soon.
  
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• Galaxy Watch 5 Update Makes It Easier to Track Your Menstrual Cycle - CNET

  19-04-2023 19:49
  
  The update to Samsung's Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro models aims to help make fertility tracking a little simpler.
  
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• Apple has reduced its comprehensive carbon footprint by over 45 percent since 2015

  19-04-2023 18:47 via macdailynews.com
  
  Ahead of Earth Day, Apple is announcing progress toward its ambitious goal to make every product carbon neutral by 2030, including a new framework for sharing the reduced climate impact of new models of iPhone, iPad, MacBook Air, and Apple Watch. The company is also announcing new partnerships for innovating climate solutions and engaging communities, and inviting customers to learn and take action with new curated collections and tailored activities across Apple platforms.
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• Solar Panels vs. Tesla Solar Roof: The Key Differences - CNET

  19-04-2023 18:44
  
  It's pretty obvious when you have solar panels. Less so if you have Tesla's Solar Roof. But there's a price to pay for that sleek design.
  
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• Our Exclusive Promo Code Saves You 20% on HigherDose Wellness Tech - CNET

  19-04-2023 18:42
  
  Boost your recovery, energy levels and more with up to $259 off HigherDose at-home health and wellness devices.
  
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• Is 5G Home Internet the Solution to Your Household's Broadband Troubles? - CNET

  19-04-2023 18:30
  
  Mobile companies rave about 5G and what it does for your phone, but it also offers real possibilities for your home internet connections.
  
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• Your Mac might not be safe from ransomware for much longer

  19-04-2023 18:22 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  For a long time, Mac users have been able to sit back and watch as Windows users had to deal with increasing ransomware attacks. But according to new evidence, there may come a time in the not-so-distant future when Mac users won’t be so immune.According to security research (via Wired), hackers are putting more effort into creating macOS versions of malware attacks that are prevalent on Windows. MalwareHunterTeam has found that a collective known as LockBit is working on ransomwa
  
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• Glucomate is a new iPhone app for analyzing and spotting trends from glucose monitoring data

  19-04-2023 18:10 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Indie developer Zach Simone from Sydney, Australia, has launched a new iPhone app that’s rather personal for him. Zach lives with Type 1 diabetes and uses a continuous glucose monitor with Apple Health support to manage it.
  The challenge, though, is knowing how to make use of all the data as it builds up. That’s a challenge Zach wants to solve with his new app called Glucomate.more…
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• Is Apple's High-Yield Savings Account Worth It? See How It Compares - CNET

  19-04-2023 18:00
  
  The new savings account for Apple Card offers a 4.15% annual percentage yield.
  
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• Wednesday’s best deals: 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro $200 off, M1 iPad Air 5 $500 low, more

  19-04-2023 17:51 via 9to5mac.com
  
  All of Wednesday’s best discounts are now up for grabs courtesy of our friends over at 9to5Toys. Headlining is Apple’s new 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro, which is down to its lowest price to date at $1,799. On the iPadOS side of things, the latest M1 iPad Air 5 is also seeing a $99 discount to the $500 low. Then you can also add Satechi’s Thunderbolt 4 Dock to your M2 MacBook setup at $200. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more&helli
  
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• 30 Best Mother's Day Gifts for 2023 - CNET

  19-04-2023 17:46
  
  More than two dozen gift ideas for the queen of the castle.
  
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• Second emergency Chrome for Mac update targets new zero-day flaw

  19-04-2023 17:31 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It was only a few days ago when Google pushed out an emergency update to Chrome for Mac that fixed a vulnerability that was actively exploited. Less than a week later, a second update has arrived to fix another flaw that exists in the wild.The 112.0.5615.137 update for Chrome for Mac fixes eight security flaws, including at least one that may have been actively exploited. That vulnerability (CVE-2023-2136) is described as an integer overflow in Skia and is listed as a high-risk bug. Unl
  
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• Apple CEO Cook meets India PM Modi, commits to growth and investment

  19-04-2023 17:06 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple CEO Tim Cook on Wednesday met with India’s prime minister, Narendra Modi, in New Delhi and committed to growth and investment across the country.Reuters:Cook is on a visit to India this week and inaugurated the iPhone maker’s first retail store in the country on Tuesday in Mumbai. Apple will also open a retail store in New Delhi on Thursday.
  Cook’s visit to India underscores Apple’s growing ambitions for the country, where despite having just a 3% market share the c
  
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• Looking for a Mattress for Back Pain? Make Sure It Has These 3 Things - CNET

  19-04-2023 17:00
  
  The key to sleeping with back pain is spinal alignment. Here's how to make sure you pick the right bed.
  
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• Best Internet Speed Tests of 2023: Free, Quick and Accurate - CNET

  19-04-2023 16:59
  
  Know the actual speeds you're getting with these reliable speed tests.
  
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• Bar theft tactic sees iPhone owners permanently locked out of Apple accounts

  19-04-2023 16:52 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A spate of iPhone thefts in bars is resulting in owners finding themselves permanently locked out of their Apple accounts, in some cases losing access to years’ worth of irreplaceable photos.
  As is often the case, the detail of the story is less dramatic than the headline – in this case, “The iPhone Setting Thieves Use to Lock You Out of Your Apple Account” …more…
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• Unagi Model One Voyager Review: Gorgeous E-Scooter With More Guts - CNET

  19-04-2023 16:45
  
  If Apple made an electric scooter, it would probably look and feel a lot like an Unagi.
  
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• Apple activates HomePod’s smoke alarm recognition

  19-04-2023 16:45 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s HomePod and HomePod mini can now recognize the sound of smoke alarms, and automatically send a notification alert to a user’s iPhone.
  HomePod (2nd gen.)
  William Gallagher for AppleInsider:Apple announced what it calls Sound Recognition in January, alongside the release of the revised HomePod. However, it required the use of the revamped HomeKit architecture, which it released in November 2022, then pulled in December.
  Now the new HomeKit architecture has been released again w
  
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• Apple touts environmental progress in annual report ahead of Earth Day

  19-04-2023 16:38 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier this month, Apple shared an update on its progress to become carbon neutral by 2030 with some of the ways it’s being green and efficient with its corporate operations. Now ahead of Earth Day on April 22, Apple has shared its 2023 Environmental Progress Report that fully dives into how it did for 2022 and the path ahead as it moves toward carbon neutrality.more…
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• Tim Cook promises PM Modi more jobs in India as second store opens

  19-04-2023 16:33 via 9to5mac.com
  
  While in India to celebrate the grand openings of Apple’s first two retail stores in the country, CEO Tim Cook also paid a visit to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a meeting on Wednesday, Cook reiterated Apple’s commitment to India and promised continued investment in the country.more…
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• Grow Your Game Library for Less With GameStop's Buy 1, Get 1 Free Deal - CNET

  19-04-2023 16:20
  
  Choose from 40 different Xbox, PlayStation and Switch titles and add two new games to your collection for the price of one.
  
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• iPhone 15 Pro Max expected to sport ‘periscope lens’ featuring 5-6x optical zoom

  19-04-2023 16:04 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s next-generation iPhone 15 Pro Max (or “iPhone 15 Ultra”) is widely expected to sport a “periscope lens” that would allow for up to 6x optical zoom.
  Periscope camera lens system
  Joe Rossignol for MacRumors:In July 2022, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said a periscope lens would be exclusive to the high-end iPhone 15 Pro Max and enable 5-6x optical zoom. Periscope technology would be built into the Telephoto lens and allow for up to 6x zoom when shooting photos wi
  
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• What to Know Before You Buy a Home Generator - CNET

  19-04-2023 16:00
  
  Here's how to purchase the right home generator to keep your lights on during a blackout.
  
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• Hands-on: New Dockcase Pro ‘Explorer Edition’ USB-C hub brings out my inner geek [Video]

  19-04-2023 16:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Dockcase is known for its smart hubs, SSDs, and external hard drives. The company is also no stranger to the portable USB-C hub game. It has been able to successfully fund seven different crowdfunding campaigns with positive feedback throughout.more…
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• Woot Is Offering a Variety of Amazon Devices Starting at $8 - CNET

  19-04-2023 15:53
  
  Both new and used devices are deeply discounted, including security cameras, TVs, e-readers, media streamers, smart speakers and more.
  
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• Here’s how soon Apple users upgrade their iPhones by age

  19-04-2023 15:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  CIRP is out with a new study today. Continuing the trend of looking at iPhone users by age, the latest survey looked into how soon different age groups upgrade their iPhones. Here’s how the results shook out.more…
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• Apple TV+ debuts stunning first-look teaser for ‘Prehistoric Planet’ season two premiering May 22nd

  19-04-2023 15:41 via macdailynews.com
  
  Award-winning natural history series “Prehistoric Planet,” from executive producers Jon Favreau and Mike Gunton, premieres May 22, 2023 on Apple TV+.
  Apple TV+ today shared the first-look image and teaser for the second season of award-winning natural history series “Prehistoric Planet,” from executive producers Jon Favreau and Mike Gunton and BBC Studios Natural History Unit (“Planet Earth”), narrated by Sir David Attenborough. Set to debut globally in a five
  
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• MacBook Air M2 vs M1: Spending $200 has never made more sense

  19-04-2023 15:28 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glance
  Our VerdictThe MacBook Air with M2 is in many respects a significant improvement over its predecessor. It offers better performance, a more modern design, an improved display and some small but excellent improvements. However, while the M1 model is still available there will be many for whom that model is still more than adequate.The M2 MacBook Air went on sale in July 2022. Compared to the M1 MacBook Air that launched in November 2020, it has been completely revised, not jus
  
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• Say Goodbye to Monthly Payments With This $40 Microsoft Office Lifetime License Deal - CNET

  19-04-2023 15:23
  
  Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office Pro 2021 with a one-time purchase, saving you hundreds compared to a monthly or yearly subscription.
  
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• Phone addiction world rankings show the US at No. 20

  19-04-2023 15:19 via 9to5mac.com
  
  There are some world rankings where you want to be near the top, and some where you definitely don’t – phone addiction being one of the latter … more…
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• Wayfair Way Day 2023: 48 Hours of Deals Starting April 26, Early Deals Available Now - CNET

  19-04-2023 15:16
  
  Way Day 2023 is happening next week. Some early deals are live now, with a bunch more coming on April 26.
  
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• Apple Card 4.15% Savings accounts mark golden age of cash

  19-04-2023 15:12 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple Card users can now choose to grow their Daily Cash rewards with a Savings account from Goldman Sachs, which offers a high-yield APY of 4.15 percent — a rate that’s more than 10 times the national average. With no fees, no minimum deposits, and no minimum balance requirements, users can easily set up and manage their Savings account directly from Apple Card in Wallet. To build on their savings even further, users can deposit additional funds into their Savings account through a
  
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