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• Apple Arcade Gains Four New Games

  07-11-2024 23:54 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple's subscription gaming service Apple Arcade is being updated with four new games today, including Wheel of Fortune Daily, Drive Ahead! Carcade, Arkanoid vs Space Invaders+, and Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist+.
  Wheel of Fortune Daily is modeled after the popular TV gameshow, providing players with a short daily puzzle to solve. Gameplay works like the TV series, starting with a selection of letters and allowing players to spin the wheel and guess additional letters to solve a phrase.Drive Ahe
  
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• Netflix now lets you share screenshots of your favorite moments from a movie or show

  07-11-2024 23:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Pretty much every video streaming platform has DRM-protected content, which aims to prevent users from distributing copyrighted material. Unfortunately, this also means that users can’t easily share screenshots of specific moments of something they’re watching with others – but Netflix is introducing a new feature that will change that.more…
  
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• Soundcore Rave Party 2 Speaker

  07-11-2024 23:39
  
  IPX4 water resistant &16hrs of playtime.
  
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• Razer Kiyo Streaming Webcam

  07-11-2024 23:32
  
  With Ring light.
  
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• Cops Suspect iOS 18 iPhones Are Communicating to Force Reboots, Making Unlocking Harder

  07-11-2024 23:20 via macrumors.com
  
  Law enforcement officials in Detroit, Michigan are warning other police officers about an alleged iPhone change that causes Apple devices stored for forensic examination to spontaneously restart, reports 404 Media.
  iPhones that are undergoing examination have apparently been rebooting, which makes them harder to unlock with brute force methods, and Michigan police think that it's due to a security feature that Apple added in iOS 18. A document found by 404 Media speculates that iPhones running &
  
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• Playlist cover artwork app ‘Denim’ now integrates with Spotify

  07-11-2024 23:16 via 9to5mac.com
  
  As previously covered here on 9to5Mac, Denim is a powerful app that provides tools for creating and customizing cover artwork for playlist. Following an update in August that added many new options to the app, Denim is now getting another update – this time with Spotify integration.more…
  
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• Apple’s App Store revenue rises 14% in October

  07-11-2024 23:15 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s App Store revenue experienced a 14% year-over-year increase in October, excluding currency fluctuations. This solid performance, highlighted by investment firm UBS, indicates continued growth in the App Store’s revenue.
  Chris Ciaccia for Seeking Alpha:‎“Mid-teens growth despite a tough YoY comp (Oct-23 + ~13.5%), similar to the month of Sept, is a solid result in our view,” analyst David Vogt wrote in a note to clients about the data, which was released from
  
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• GOP Tells FCC to Halt New Work After Trump Victory

  07-11-2024 23:14
  
  FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel was urged to pump the brakes on any actions that could be considered partisan.
  
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• Rivian adds support for Control Center widgets in iOS 18

  07-11-2024 23:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Following Tesla last month, Rivian is now rolling out support for Control Center widgets for iPhone users running iOS 18.
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• Black Ops 6 Season 1 Announced, New Zombies Map in December

  07-11-2024 22:48
  
  New maps for multiplayer, battle royale, and zombies are coming to Call of Duty Black Ops 6 and Warzone in Season 1 starting on Nov. 14
  
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• Keep Your Food Hot This Thanksgiving With This Viral Heating Mat

  07-11-2024 22:34
  
  The viral TikTok food warming mat is now almost 30% off on Amazon. Grab yours before your holiday dinner party.
  
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• Living Alone? These 7 Security Tips Will Give You Peace of Mind

  07-11-2024 22:30
  
  Reduce the worries and stress of solo living by following these safety tips.
  
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• The Fed Cut Rates Today. Make These 4 Money Moves Now

  07-11-2024 22:28
  
  Do these things ASAP to make the most of the Fed's latest decision.
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: November 7, 2024 – iCloud glitches, EU investigations

  07-11-2024 22:28 via 9to5mac.com
  
  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 CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. Save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card today. more…
  
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• NASA Astronaut Snaps Stunning Star Trails Image From ISS

  07-11-2024 22:22
  
  Be wowed by a beautiful space view of star trails captured in a long-exposure image from the International Space Station.
  
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• Belkin debuts compact Travel Bag for Apple Vision Pro

  07-11-2024 22:18 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Following the launch of the Belkin Head Strap earlier this week, Belkin today is further expanding its accessory lineup for Apple Vision Pro. The company has unveiled its new Belkin Travel Bag as a “compact and lightweight” alternative to Apple’s own Travel Case.more…
  
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• Belkin Launches New Travel Bag for Apple Vision Pro

  07-11-2024 22:16 via macrumors.com
  
  Belkin today announced the launch of a new Travel Bag for the Apple Vision Pro, with the accessory joining the recently unveiled Belkin-branded Head Strap.
  The Travel Bag from Belkin is not quite as large as Apple's own Vision Pro travel carrier, measuring in at 9 inches by 8 inches by 5 inches. The smaller size will allow the bag to better fit inside a travel bag or backpack, but it is not as small as the WaterField Designs travel case.Belkin's Travel Bag has multiple compartments to house the
  
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• macOS High Power Mode comes to MacBook Pro and Mac mini with M4 Pro

  07-11-2024 22:14 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The first reviews of Apple’s new M4 Mac lineup dropped today, including the Mac mini, iMac, and MacBook Pro.
  One interesting tidbit that emerged via Ars Technica’s review is that Apple has expanded the “High Power Mode” in macOS to the M4 Pro configurations of the Mac mini and MacBook Pro.
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• Replace Your Old-School Lock and Door Handle With a Yale Assure Smart System for Under $200

  07-11-2024 22:10
  
  Modernize your home with this Yale Assure combination touchscreen lock and lever, on sale today only at Best Buy.
  
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• Roblox to Add Age Restrictions for Social Hangouts and Unrated Experiences

  07-11-2024 22:06
  
  The gaming platform has added several new safety measures recently in an attempt to mitigate growing concerns over child safety and exploitation.
  
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• Metro by T-Mobile drops holiday deals: Get Apple Watch SE and iPhone 12 together for under $100

  07-11-2024 22:02 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple Watch launches in Metro stores nationwide on Nov. 7 and to celebrate, customers can get Apple Watch SE for the best price in prepaid
  The holidays are arriving early at Metro by T-Mobile! For the first time ever, the Apple Watch lineup — including Apple Watch Ultra 2, Apple Watch 10 and Apple Watch SE — are available at Metro stores nationwide. Starting today, customers can switch to Metro and score Apple Watch SE and iPhone 12 together for just $99.99, the lowest price in prepa
  
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• A Few Reasons to Wait Before Installing the iOS 18.2 Public Beta on Your iPhone

  07-11-2024 22:00
  
  This is your friendly reminder that beta software is pre-release for a reason.
  
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• 7 iOS 18 Features Every iPhone User Should Change Now

  07-11-2024 22:00
  
  Start here when setting up iOS 18 on your iPhone.
  
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• You Can Upgrade to Google's Nest Pro 6E Router for Just $200 at Best Buy

  07-11-2024 21:45
  
  Save up to $120 on these advanced 6E routers with expansive coverage and easy smart home integration.
  
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• Hands-On With the Sonos Arc Ultra

  07-11-2024 21:45 via macrumors.com
  
  Back in October, Sonos ended its moratorium on new product launches and introduced the Arc Ultra, a new version of its popular Arc soundbar. We thought we'd check out the Arc Ultra to see if it's worth picking up as Sonos still struggles to overcome negative perception of its app.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  Priced at $999, the Arc Ultra brings an upgrade in sound quality compared to the original Arc. It can be paired with the Sub 4, which is also new, for added ba
  
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• macOS Sequoia 15.2 upgrades AirPlay with new feature

  07-11-2024 21:23 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The latest macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta upgrades the experience of using AirPlay to share content from your Mac to your Apple TV. Now, there’s a new option to only share a specific window or app when using AirPlay from your Mac to Apple TV.
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• Galaxy S24 Ultra Cell Phone (512GB, Titanium Black)

  07-11-2024 21:19
  
  With Google Assistant.
  
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• Apple Expands High Power Mode to MacBook Pro and Mac Mini Models With M4 Pro Chip

  07-11-2024 21:15 via macrumors.com
  
  High Power Mode is available on the 14-inch MacBook Pro, 16-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini models with the M4 Pro chip, according to Ars Technica's Andrew Cunningham. The feature was previously limited to Macs with Apple's highest-end "Max" chip, so this is the first time it is available on Macs with a "Pro" chip.
  This is the second time that Apple has expanded availability of High Power Mode in as many years. The feature was initially limited to 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M1 Max and M2 Max
  
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• Best Early Black Friday T-Mobile Deals: Free Phones, Tablet Savings and More

  07-11-2024 21:12
  
  We've rounded up the carrier's current best offers, which include some serious savings with a trade-in or activation of a new line.
  
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• Score a 55-Inch TV From TCL for Less Than $300

  07-11-2024 21:08
  
  You can take $100 off TCL's S5 TV right now at Target, just in time for your next holiday movie marathon.
  
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• TechCrunch: Apple’s 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Pro) is a powerful desktop replacement

  07-11-2024 21:03 via macdailynews.com
  
  14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Pro and M4 Max)
  Apple in October unveiled the new MacBook Pro, powered by the M4 family of chips — M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max — delivering much faster performance and enhanced capabilities. The new MacBook Pro is built for Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system that transforms how users work, communicate, and express themselves, while protecting their privacy. Now available in space black and silver finishes, the 14-inch MacBook Pro inclu
  
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• Best iPad 2024-2025: Complete and updated guide to which iPad to buy

  07-11-2024 21:02 via macworld.com
  
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  Which iPad should you buy? There are a lot of choices and it can be confusing. There are four different varieties of iPad, listed below, and each is available with or without cellular (including 5G on certain models), which costs extra. That’s before we get into storage capacity, colors, and second-hand alternatives.Our in-depth buying guide assesses the whole range of iPads sold by Apple and explores all the factors that should influence your iPad buying decision such as value fo
  
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• Rumor Replay: MacBook Pro redesign, Apple’s Vision roadmap, and more

  07-11-2024 21:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Welcome to Rumor Replay, a new weekly column at 9to5Mac that provides a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with my analysis and commentary. Today: two future MacBook Pro models and a big redesign, the Vision roadmap at Apple, 90Hz displays, and more.Here are this week’s Apple rumors.more…
  
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• Earn Up to 5% APY With These Top Money Market Accounts

  07-11-2024 21:00
  
  Enjoy competitive rates and flexible access to your funds with these money market accounts.
  
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• Apple devices may soon learn to ignore the ‘Hey Siri’ command heard on TV ads

  07-11-2024 20:53 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple introduced the “Hey Siri” command with iOS 8 to let users easily interact with the virtual assistant without having to press any buttons. However, over the years, this has resulted in Siri being mistakenly triggered when the command is spoken on a TV ad. But Apple is finally working on a fix for this.more…
  
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• Why You Should Care About the Fed's Interest Rate Decision Today

  07-11-2024 20:35
  
  Borrowing rates and savings rates will change, though not right away.
  
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• Refi Rates Climb Higher as the Fed Cuts Rates. Today's Refinance Rates, Nov. 7, 2024

  07-11-2024 20:33
  
  The central bank cut interest rates again today. But homeowners aren't seeing relief when it comes to high mortgage rates.
  
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• Best iPhone 16 Deals: Get the Greatest iPhone Yet With Huge Discounts

  07-11-2024 20:30
  
  We've rounded up the best iPhone 16 deals around so you can enjoy this excellent Apple phone while getting big money off, no matter where you buy it.
  
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• How the Federal Reserve's Decisions Impact Mortgage Rates

  07-11-2024 20:25
  
  The Fed's monetary policy does affect mortgages, but not the way you might think.
  
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• Mortgage Rate Predictions: Will Rates Fall After Today's Fed Cut?

  07-11-2024 20:21
  
  The wait for lower mortgage rates could be getting longer, despite another rate cut by the Federal Reserve.
  
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• This Versatile HP Chromebook Is More Than Half Off at Walmart Right Now

  07-11-2024 20:15
  
  Walmart has slashed the cost of the HP x360 2-in-1 Chromebook by more than half, knocking this dynamic starter laptop down to just $199.
  
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• Why Today's Fed Cut Won't Bring Lower Mortgage Rates

  07-11-2024 20:12
  
  The Federal Reserve reduced interest rates on Thursday, but experts say rates on home loans won't fall by the same amount. Here's why.
  
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• Score a Rove Dash Cam and Keep Yourself Protected on the Road, Now for a Record-Low Price

  07-11-2024 20:08
  
  Amazon just slashed the price of the Rove R2 4K dash cam by a whopping 40%.
  
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• Apple Consolidating Vision Pro Demo Areas in Stores Amid Rumors of Slowing Sales and Reduced Production

  07-11-2024 20:06 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple is planning to consolidate the retail space dedicated to the Apple Vision Pro headset in some of its store locations, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said today.
  Most stores have two tables dedicated to the ‌Apple Vision Pro‌, one for display units and one for customer demos. Apple is planning to move both the demo and display sections to a single table, using the extra space to display the new M4 Mac models.Gurman says that Apple is piloting this new store arrangement, and that the chan
  
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• Fed Cuts Rates as Expected, but the Election May Change the Fed's Course Next Year

  07-11-2024 20:04
  
  Future interest rate cuts could depend on how a new administration's policies shape the economy.
  
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• Fed Cuts Rates, but Mortgage Rates Surge. Today's Mortgage Rates, Nov. 7, 2024

  07-11-2024 20:03
  
  Mortgage rates are still riding high despite the central bank lowering interest rates today.
  
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• Some Apple Stores will pilot reduced Vision Pro presence as M4 Macs launch

  07-11-2024 20:02 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Tomorrow is Apple’s big launch day for the first M4 Macs. And reportedly, in sync with those new debuts, the company will also start piloting a scaled back Vision Pro presence in some Apple Stores.more…
  
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• Apple TV+ reveals first look at third season of ‘Sago Mini Friends’

  07-11-2024 20:02 via macdailynews.com
  
  The third season of “Sago Mini Friends” will premiere globally on November 22, 2024 on Apple TV+.
  Apple TV+ on Thursday unveiled the first look images and a sneak peek for season three of the adorable preschool animated series “Sago Mini Friends,” premiering globally on Friday, November 22. Produced by Daytime Emmy Award-nominated Spin Master Entertainment and animated by 9 Story Media Group’s Emmy Award-winning studio Brown Bag Films Toronto, the “Sago Mini F
  
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• UEFA Conference League Soccer: Livestream Chelsea vs. Noah From Anywhere

  07-11-2024 20:00
  
  The Blues take on the Armenian side at Stamford Bridge.
  
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• Stay With SAVE for Student Loan Forgiveness, Experts Say -- With 4 Exceptions

  07-11-2024 20:00
  
  While the election results will likely affect student loan forgiveness options, for now, most borrowers should remain on this repayment plan.
  
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