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• Apple said to limit app sideloading to regions mandating it by law

  21-04-2023 23:29 via macdailynews.com
  
  Bloomberg News’ Mark Gurman believe that Apple may not even mention app sideloading for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV at WWDC, as the company will likely limit the feature to regions that require it by law.Andrew Orr for AppleInsider:“I think it will be a Europe-only feature,” Gurman said. “I think that they’re not going to shoot themselves in the foot and expand this globally if they don’t have to.”
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• You Can Now Keep Messages in WhatsApp Disappearing Conversations - CNET

  21-04-2023 22:46
  
  Here's how to save some info for later if you've got disappearing messages turned on in the chat app.
  
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• Review: Anker’s M650 wireless microphone kit elevates your iPhoneography or mobile podcast kit

  21-04-2023 22:12 via 9to5toys.com
  
  Earlier this year, Anker launched its new AnkerWork M650 wireless microphone kit. Taking on the likes of DJI and Rode, the pair of lavalier microphones is ready to elevate your mobile podcasting setup and iPhoneography shooting rig alike. The only question is, is it worth ? more…
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• Mighty Apple looks to take a big bite out of the banks

  21-04-2023 22:08 via macdailynews.com
  
  The question for banks and financial services companies is how worried they should be about Apple, a tech company with 1.2+ billion (and growing) iPhone users, a $2.6 trillion market cap and a history of disruptive innovation making moves into their market.Patrick McGee and Joshua Franklin for Financial Times:Apple’s scale makes even the world’s largest banks look little. Its services division alone, where it earns recurring subscriber revenues and App Store payments, generated $55bn
  
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• Report: Inside Apple’s relationship with Goldman Sachs, Amex’s fears, and more

  21-04-2023 21:58 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Within the last month, Apple has launched Apple Card Savings Account and Apple Pay Later as it continues to push further into consumer finance. A new report from the Financial Times today goes behind the scenes on Apple’s work in finance.
  The report includes details on Apple’s relationship with Goldman Sachs, how “Tap to Pay on iPhone” could signal its broader goals in payment networking, and much more.more…
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• Bluesky gets moderation and other new features, but you still need an invitation

  21-04-2023 21:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Bluesky is the new social network that came as another alternative to Twitter. Supported by Jack Dorsey, co-founder and former CEO of Twitter, it was launched as a “private beta” earlier this year. More recently, Bluesky has been updated with multiple new features, including content moderation. But you still need an invitation to join it.more…
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• Here’s how to see iPad battery health and when should you consider a replacement?

  21-04-2023 21:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iPhone and Mac both feature easy access to natively see battery health, but interestingly, Apple hasn’t made the same available for iPad. Whether you’re curious about your battery health or you’re having issues with iPad battery life, it’s still possible to check on your own. Let’s look at how to see iPad battery health and charge cycles, tips on when it’s time to get a replacement, charge cycle expectations, and more.more…
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• Apple Original Films’ ‘Ghosted,’ starring Chris Evans and Ana de Armas, now streaming on Apple TV+

  21-04-2023 21:03 via macdailynews.com
  
  Ana De Armas and Chris Evans star in romantic action-adventure film “Ghosted,” now streaming on Apple TV+.
  Apple Original Films’ highly anticipated romantic action-adventure film, “Ghosted,” starring Ana de Armas and Chris Evans, in now streaming on Apple TV+.
  In “Ghosted,” salt-of-the-earth Cole (Chris Evans) falls head over heels for enigmatic Sadie (Ana de Armas) — but then makes the shocking discovery that she’s a secret agent. Before the
  
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• Apple Silicon Mac Pro not expected at WWDC, Mac Studio update looks delayed

  21-04-2023 20:42 via macdailynews.com
  
  Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman believes that the long-awaited Apple Silicon Mac Pro will not be among the new hardware announcements at WWDC 2023, while the Mac Studio update looks delayed.
  Apple’s current rack- mountable Mac Pro
  Hartley Charlton for MacRumors:Speaking on the latest episode of The MacRumors Show, Gurman explained that while he still expects the new ‌Mac Pro‌ to launch this year, it is unlikely to emerge at WWDC in June. This is a significant delay over when th
  
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• Solar Energy Just Became More Accessible for Renters After Yesterday's DOE Announcement - CNET

  21-04-2023 20:30
  
  The benefits of community solar are grabbing the public's attention. On Thursday, the US Department of Energy, or DOE, announced efforts to expand the network of community solar projects across the nation and increase access to renewable clean energy for more people, including renters, as part of the Biden administration's Investing in America agenda.
  
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• Google's AI Chatbot Can Now Help You Code - CNET

  21-04-2023 20:23
  
  Bard can help write and debug code. But Google warns the AI tool won't always get it right.
  
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• Mortgage Rates for April 21, 2023: Rates Trend Up - CNET

  21-04-2023 20:00
  
  Some key mortgage rates inched up this week. See how the Fed's interest rate hikes could affect your future mortgage payments.
  
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• It’s been over 400 days since Apple SVP John Ternus said ‘Mac Pro’ is ‘for another day’

  21-04-2023 20:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Turns out John Ternus wasn’t kidding when he said “that leaves just one more product to go: Mac Pro, but that’s for another day”. Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering, had just unveiled the Mac Studio, the most powerful Apple silicon machine at the time. The line served to reassure Mac Pro customers that the best was yet to come.
  More than a year later, however, a Mac Pro running on Apple Silicon is still yet to come. The wait is compounded
  
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• Here Are Today's Refinance Rates, April 21, 2023: Rates Inch Up - CNET

  21-04-2023 20:00
  
  This week, some key refinance rates floated higher. If you're looking to refinance, see how the Fed's rate hikes have affected the refinance market.
  
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• Report: iOS 17 sideloading features not coming to the US; Find My and Wallet app updates planned

  21-04-2023 19:32 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple will announce its next round of software updates in less than two months, including iOS 17. We’ve heard scattered reports on what to expect from these updates, including the possibility that iOS 17 will include support for sideloading apps for the first time.A report today, however, indicates that sideloading will only be available to iPhone users in Europe, not worldwide. iOS 17 will also reportedly include new features for Wallet and Find My. more…
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• A New Mental Health App Could Be Coming to Your iPhone, Report Says - CNET

  21-04-2023 19:26
  
  Apple is reportedly planning a journaling app for people to document their activities and behaviors.
  
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• What’s on Apple TV+: ‘Ghosted’ and ‘Drops of God’ are now available

  21-04-2023 19:14 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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• Watch Premier League Soccer: Livestream Arsenal vs. Southampton From Anywhere - CNET

  21-04-2023 19:00
  
  There's a huge amount of pressure on both teams in this this top-versus-bottom EPL clash at the Emirates.
  
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• 7 best travel accessories for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac

  21-04-2023 18:59 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Getting ready for vacation, business travel, or just want some ideas to improve charging, organizing, and using your Apple devices on the go? After hands-on testing, we’ve rounded up seven of the best travel accessories for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and Mac.more…
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• With splashy new financial offerings, Apple charges further into the world of money

  21-04-2023 18:49 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple, the world’s most valuable company, has announced a number of new financial offerings, including a credit card, a buy-now-pay-later service, and a high-yield savings account. These offerings are part of Apple’s ambitious plan to become a one-stop shop for all things financial.
  Apple has a large and loyal customer base, and it has a deep understanding of how people use their devices. This gives Apple a significant advantage over traditional financial institutions.
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• HTC Vive XR Elite Review: The Shape of Headsets to Come - CNET

  21-04-2023 18:35
  
  A pair of VR glasses, almost: The XR Elite shows how hardware will likely evolve.
  
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• Apple Arcade FAQ: ‘Summon Quest’ is now available

  21-04-2023 18:27 via macworld.com
  
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  Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t quite like Google Stadia or Xbox Game Pass. So if you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers.Updated 04/21/23: Summon Quest is now available.What is Apple Arcade?Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and AppleTV that features more than 150 games. The games are a mix of genres and styles, and include original games you’ll only find on the servic
  
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• Your Hair Can Help Keep You Alive in This New Apple Arcade Game - CNET

  21-04-2023 18:09
  
  Pro tip: Upgrade your character's hair. Seriously.
  
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• Watch a lucky YouTuber unbox an original, sealed iPhone

  21-04-2023 18:06 via macworld.com
  
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  Would you pay over $40,000 for an unopened original iPhone? Marques Brownlee did, and he opened it, too, and you can watch him unbox the iPhone in a new video that he posted on his YouTube channel, MKBHD.Brownlee bought the iPhone at auction for $40,320, which is a lot of money, but others have paid several thousand dollars more–and have been duped and paid thousands of dollars for a 2007 iPhone that had been opened, repackaged, and resealed.Brownlee’s iPhone seems to be leg
  
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• Save the Earth While Saving Your Feet With These Shoes - CNET

  21-04-2023 18:00
  
  Searching for a pair of shoes that are both comfortable and sustainable? Look no further than foot-wear brand Reef's newest release.
  
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• Poll: What’s your favorite iPad of all time?

  21-04-2023 18:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  You may or may not know this about me, but my 12.9-inch iPad Pro is my main computer. Since the 2018 iPad Pro was released, I have been using an iPad as my main form of computer. It’s more versatile and more fun to use, the performance is amazing, and once you figure out a good workflow, it’s an amazing device. But before 2018, I didn’t view iPads as computers; I saw them as big iPhones.more…
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• Friday’s best deals: AirPods Max see $99 discount to 2023 low, 10.2-inch iPad at $270, more

  21-04-2023 17:46 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Heading into the weekend, all of Friday’s best deals are now up for grabs courtesy of 9to5Toys. On tap today, we have a rare chance to save on Apple’s AirPods Max at $99 off and the best price of the year. Apple’s entry-level 10.2-inch iPad is still as good of a value as they come from $270, which rounds out the savings today with an all-time low on iPhone 13 at $550. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• Get a refurbished HomePod mini in ‘like-new’ condition for just $65

  21-04-2023 17:30 via macworld.com
  
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  If you’re looking for a small smart speaker with big sound, the HomePod mini is a great option at $99. But today’s sale is even better: eBay’s Refurbished Store is selling a HomePod mini for $65 in any color, a savings of $35 and the lowest price we’ve ever seen.The HomePod mini sells for $99 and rarely goes on sale for more than $10 or $15 off. The model here is refurbished but the seller, BuySPRY Online, says they are “thoroughly tested and are in complet
  
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• Lensabl's Earth Day Sale Takes 20% Off Lenses and Frames This Weekend Only - CNET

  21-04-2023 17:23
  
  Use this coupon code to order your next favorite pair of glasses at a discount.
  
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• The Original Hydrow Rower Is Discounted by $250 Right Now - CNET

  21-04-2023 17:22
  
  Take your fitness routine to the next level and save a little cash when you grab the Hydrow Rower at a discount.
  
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• Meet 'Irth,' the App That Asks Black and Brown Women to Rate Their Birth Experience - CNET

  21-04-2023 17:15
  
  People of color have higher maternal mortality rates. One app creator wants to change that.
  
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• Don't Believe These 10 Sunscreen Myths and Save Your Skin - CNET

  21-04-2023 17:00
  
  Despite its importance, there are a lot of myths about sunscreen that may be hurting your skin.
  
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• Rivian developing ‘Apple Watch as a key’ feature, native Apple Music integration

  21-04-2023 16:59 via 9to5mac.com
  
  While Rivian isn’t working on CarPlay support, the EV maker is planning a few other features that Apple fans will appreciate. In a recent Q&A session this week, Rivian’s head of software development, Wassym Bensaid, revealed that the company is actively testing support for allowing Apple Watch to serve as a key for R1T and R1S vehicles.more…
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• Twitter Purges Legacy Blue Check Marks - CNET

  21-04-2023 16:53
  
  If you want to be verified, you'll have to pay for Twitter Blue. Here's how to subscribe.
  
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• Beta tester ‘blown away’ by Apple’s mixed-reality headset

  21-04-2023 16:52 via macdailynews.com
  
  One person who has beta tested Apple’s mixed-reality headset, rumored ot cost $3,000 – is said to have been “blown away” by the experience.
  Designer Marcus Kane’s conception Apple’s mixed reality headset (via Yanko Design)
  Juli Clover for MacRumors:Leaker Evan Blass, who has provided accurate insight into Apple’s plans in the past, claims to know a person who has had opportunities to “demo” the headset. Blass said that over the course of the
  
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• Best MacBook Deals: Latest 14-Inch M2 MacBook Pro at Lowest Prices Yet - CNET

  21-04-2023 16:49
  
  Big discounts are available right now on Apple's newest M2-based MacBook Pros, as well as the M2 MacBook Air and 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro.
  
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• Tackle Your Outdoor Space With Up to 30% off Greenworks Tools - CNET

  21-04-2023 16:21
  
  Now is a great time to score eco-friendly tools like lawn mowers, leaf blowers, string trimmers and more for less.
  
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• YouTube TV rolling out improved picture quality for some, ‘major update’ for Apple TV

  21-04-2023 16:12 via 9to5google.com
  
  Google’s YouTube TV is rolling out several updates, including improvements to picture quality and a “major” update for Apple TV users.more…
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• HBO Max vs. Max: A Breakdown of Subscription Plans - CNET

  21-04-2023 16:03
  
  The new streaming service's subscriptions differ a bit from HBO Max.
  
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• Comment: An Apple journaling app makes complete sense to this recent convert

  21-04-2023 16:03 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A report today says that that we can expect to see a new Apple journaling app as part of iOS 17, with the new stock app likely to be shown off at WWDC in June.
  As a rather recent convert to journaling, I have to say that the move makes a lot of sense to me … more…
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• The 6 Best Vitamins and Supplements for Joint Health - CNET

  21-04-2023 16:00
  
  Support healthy joints with these best supplements.
  
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• Elon Musk counts on full self-driving as next Tesla profit driver

  21-04-2023 15:57 via macdailynews.com
  
  Elon Musk is counting on full-self driving and other new technologies and vehicles at Tesla to provide the “wow factor” that will continue to drive the electric carmaker’s profit engine.
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  Hyunjoo Jin and Akash Sriram for Reuters:Tesla on Wednesday doubled down on the price war it started at the end of last year, as Musk said the company would prioritize sales growth ahead of profit. In the first quarter, Tesla posted its lowest quarterly gross profit margin in two year
  
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• Save $849 on an Eco-Friendly Hybrid Mattress From Awara During Earth Day Flash Sale - CNET

  21-04-2023 15:55
  
  Today only, you can save big when you upgrade your bedroom with a new mattress and bed accessories.
  
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• This 1-Time $40 Payment Scores You Unlimited Access to Microsoft Office 2021 - CNET

  21-04-2023 15:49
  
  Save yourself from a recurring monthly bill with this limited-time offer at StackSocial.
  
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• Apple plans new Day One journaling app competitor in iOS 17

  21-04-2023 15:38 via macworld.com
  
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  After a flurry of details about iOS 17 leaked last week, a new report claims Apple is working on a brand-new app for the next iPhone operating system: a journaling app. According to the Wall Street Journal, the Day One competitor “is designed to help users keep track of their daily lives.”The report claims the new app, codenamed Jurassic, will “let users compile their daily activities as part of its efforts in the market for mental and physical health technology.&rdquo
  
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• Today Only: Snag a Solid Pair of Earbuds From Top Brands and Save Up to $180 at Woot - CNET

  21-04-2023 15:33
  
  Save a ton on new and refurbished models from Sony, Beats, Sennheiser, Belkin and more, starting at $10.
  
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• Apple Arcade Guide: Everything that’s available [New: Summon Quest]

  21-04-2023 15:29 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added regularly with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the available Apple Arcade games.more…
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• Apple plans journaling app in expansion of health initiatives

  21-04-2023 15:09 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is prepping a new journaling app to let users compile their daily activities as part of its efforts in the market for mental and physical health technology, according to documents viewed by The Wall Street Journal.Aaron Tilley for The Wall Street Journal:The software will compete in a category of so-called journaling apps, such as Day One, which lets users track and record their activities and thoughts… In one document describing the app, Apple said journaling is shown to improve me
  
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• Mortgage Rates for April 21, 2023: Rates Move Up - CNET

  21-04-2023 15:00
  
  This week, some key mortgage rates inched up. If you're in the market for a mortgage, see how the Fed's interest rate hikes could affect you.
  
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• Living With Back Pain? A Mattress With These 3 Things Can Help - CNET

  21-04-2023 15:00
  
  If you're shopping for a mattress for back pain, you'll want to watch out for these key factors.
  
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