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• This is the best pillow for a restful 2021 - CNET

  23-12-2020 21:00
  
  Whether you sleep on your side or back, or prefer foam or down, there's a perfect pillow out there for you. Let's find it.
  
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• Apple touts vague Broadcom deal to help make more chips in the U.S.

  08-07-2026 18:58 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple has issued a press release to let everyone know that it is involved in the plan for Broadcom to expand its manufacturing facility in Fort Collins, Colorado. While the press release is full of numbers, the actual details are still unclear.Broadcom currently supplies important radio technology parts to Apple. While Apple is moving to its own modems for cellular (C1, C1X) and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth (N1), there are still lots of radio parts needed in Apple products, including antenna signal
  
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• Apple to end support for encrypted Mac OS Extended drives–here’s what it means

  08-07-2026 18:45 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  In a newly released support document, Apple announced that support for the encrypted Mac OS Extended (HFS+) format will end with macOS 28, which is expected to be released in 2027. This means that users will need to reformat or decrypt any storage device formatted with encrypted Mac OS Extended to use the drive with macOS 28. Apple does not explain the end of Mac OS Extended (HFS+), though the company has been prioritizing its APFS format over HFS+. Apple previously announced the d
  
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• Upgrade your M4 Mac mini’s ports and storage for just $55 ($35 off)

  08-07-2026 18:37 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldUgreen Mac Mini M4 Dock and StandView Deal
  Ugreen’s M4 Mac mini dock and Stand is on sale for $55, which is quite a bit under its $90 MSRP. It’s not the absolute best we’ve seen for this model, which dropped once to $50, but it’s still an excellent discount for a dock that fixes so many of your problems.The M4 Mac mini is a tiny powerhouse, but it’s somewhat short on ports and locked to whatever storage it had when you bought it. This Ugreen dock, which we j
  
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• Cheaper Vision Pro takes another hit as Apple reportedly scraps key component

  08-07-2026 14:46 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The prospect of Apple launching a cheaper version of its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset grows ever more remote, with the news that the company has halted work on a new OLED screen for the rumored product.Citing sources in the display industry, Korean site The Elec claims (via Google Translate) that Samsung Display “has finalized an internal decision to terminate the development project for displays for the Apple XR [extended reality] device early this coming September.” It
  
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• Cheaper Vision Pro takes another hit as Apple reportedly scaps key component

  08-07-2026 14:46 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The prospect of Apple launching a cheaper version of its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset grows ever more remote, with the news that the company has halted work on a new OLED screen for the rumored product.Citing sources in the display industry, Korean site The Elec claims (via Google Translate) that Samsung Display “has finalized an internal decision to terminate the development project for displays for the Apple XR [extended reality] device early this coming September.” It
  
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• I closed my rings for 500 days by cracking the Apple Watch code

  08-07-2026 12:45 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Last year, I shared how a single Apple Watch alert pushed me to become more active and transformed my life. A lot has changed since then, yet one constant has persisted: closing my Activity rings every single day. Despite moving between countries and going through a wide range of ups and downs, I remain committed to at least 30 minutes of exercise and burning over 500 active calories daily.I didn’t miss a day, and now that my streak has crossed the 500-day mark, it got me thinking
  
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• Orico MiniLink review: Dual SSD hub for Mac mini

  08-07-2026 12:18 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsDual SSD slots (M47P)Mac mini designUHS-II card readers (M47P)Dedicated power supplyConsNoisy fanPlacement can affect Wi-Fi performanceExternal power supply requiredOur VerdictThe 40Gbps USB4 M47P MiniLink offers the most in terms of faster and flexible storage, but even the slower 10Gbps M49P hub is a good choice for basic backups and archiving.Price When Reviewed
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• watchOS 27’s new Siri finally fixed my dumb timer problem

  08-07-2026 12:15 via macworld.com
  
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  I cook, I bake bread, I do plenty of stuff in the kitchen. And when I do, I like to use my Apple Watch as a cooking timer. It’s convenient in that it’s on my wrist, taps me when it’s done, and I don’t have to shout out across the room to stop a timer.But for years now, I’ve had one annoying problem that is so simple, and yet Apple refused to solve it: Siri just doesn’t want to add time to a running timer.Here’s the situation: I set a timer for 1
  
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• Ugreen Mac mini SSD Dock review: More storage, more ports

  08-07-2026 11:40 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsBuilt-in NVMe SSD slotMatches Mac mini M4Adds USB-A and card readersConsSlow card readersFive USB-A overkillOur VerdictWhile five USB-A ports might be Considered too many, this dock adds what the Mac mini M4 is missing, and the built-in SSD enclosure enables you to affordably add up to 8TB of fast internal storage to your Mac mini setup.Price When Reviewed
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• Ditch subscription fees with PDF Reader Pro lifetime access for $39.99 for Mac users

  08-07-2026 10:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Handle PDFs like a pro — edit, convert, annotate, sign, and organize files without adding another monthly charge. PDF Reader Pro bundles a complete toolkit with a lifetime license for $39.99 (MSRP $79.99).PDFs have become the default format for just about everything — job applications, contracts, invoices, reports, forms, and beyond. The real friction isn’t the files themselves, but the growing number of tools that lock basic editing behind ongoin
  
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• ‘Trying’ season 5 premiere is now available on Apple TV

  08-07-2026 03:02 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The premiere episode of Trying‘s new season is now streaming on Apple TV. Here’s what to expect from the feel-good comedy’s fifth season.
  
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• Tim Cook attends Sun Valley Conference alongside Eddy Cue [U: Ternus attends]

  08-07-2026 01:38 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Tim Cook and Eddy Cue have arrived in Idaho for the 2026 Sun Valley Conference, which is expected to run through July 11. Here are the details.
  
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• Lamborghini launches Apple Vision Pro app with interactive full-size cars

  07-07-2026 23:18 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Italian carmaker Lamborghini released an Apple Vision Pro app today, offering an immersive look at its latest models inside and out. Here are the details.
  
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• Tim Cook and John Ternus hold virtual meeting with Minister-President of Bavaria

  07-07-2026 22:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier today, Apple CEO Tim Cook and his successor, John Ternus held a virtual meeting with Minister-President of Bavaria, Markus Söder. Here are the details.
  
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• Notion just launched a brand-new iPhone app called Agents

  07-07-2026 21:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Notion Mail is out, Notion Agents is in. Last month, Notion announced that it’s discontinuing its year-old email app. Today, the company released a brand-new iPhone app called Agents.
  
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• Meta AI app adds image generation, also powering WhatsApp and Instagram features

  07-07-2026 20:52 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier this year, Meta replaced its Llama AI models with Muse Spark, part of its newly built Meta Superintelligence Labs effort.
  Today Meta is releasing its first image generation tool from Superintelligence Labs as part of the Meta AI app. The company says its new image-gen tools also power creative experiences in Instagram and WhatsApp with more to come.
  
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• These are my favorite Apple charging accessories of 2026 so far [Video]

  07-07-2026 20:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  There are many different charging accessories to choose from today. There is something for everyone, from fast chargers, multiport chargers, travel-oriented chargers, MagSafe charging accessories, and so much more. I have tested a ton of chargers through the first half of 2026, but only a select few get a permanent spot in my day-to-day. I like to have a good range of chargers for all my different needs, depending on the hardware I am charging and the situation I am in. So, whether you need an u
  
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• Apple releases new beta firmware for AirPods Pro 3 and more

  07-07-2026 20:25 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is rolling out a new round of beta firmware updates for several AirPods models, including AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2. Here are the details.
  
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• Flighty update adds powerful new Connection Assistant feature

  07-07-2026 20:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A big update to Flighty, the popular flight-tracking app, is available on the App Store today. The latest version of Flighty makes the app even more powerful, headlined by a powerful new Connection Assistant feature. Here’s how it works.
  
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• Weibo leaker says iPhone 18 Pro thickness will be ‘surprising’

  07-07-2026 19:42 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Days after materials from Apple supplier Tata surfaced online, prominent Weibo leaker “Fixed Focus Digital” doubled down on his earlier claim that the iPhone 18 Pro will be thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro. Here are the details.
  
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• Some Apple Intelligence for Home features require a 2TB iCloud+ subscription

  07-07-2026 19:24 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The OS 27 updates (iOS, macOS, iPadOS, etc) offers some really nice AI-powered updates for the Home app. Almost all of them center around video with cameras that support HomeKit Secure Video. The good news is, these features really elevate the experience of using these cameras, where was falling far behind competitors. The bad news is, it’s going to cost you: You need the 2TB paid iCloud+ plan to use them.Apple revealed the requirement in the release notes for developers for macOS
  
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• Xbox Family Settings for iPhone and iPad expands console parental control tools

  07-07-2026 19:19 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Heads up, parents. Microsoft just released an update to their Xbox Family Settings app for iPhone and iPad that adds new console parental controls.
  
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• Anthropic expanding Claude Cowork to mobile and web, details here

  07-07-2026 18:24 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Anthropic announced today that it is expanding Claude Cowork capabilities from the desktop app to the web and mobile.
  Claude Cowork on mobile and the web will start as a beta feature with a gradual rollout on select paid plans.
  Additionally, Anthropic is extending Claude Fable 5 access to all paid plans for a few more days.
  
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• Broadband consumer labels could become less transparent under new FCC rules

  07-07-2026 17:58 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A vote by the Federal Communications Commission scheduled for later this month could allow internet providers to disclose fewer details about the fees added to customers’ bills. Here are the details.
  
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• Pocket Casts update brings three new features, including CarPlay chapter artwork

  07-07-2026 17:42 via 9to5mac.com
  
  There’s a new version of Pocket Casts out for podcast listeners today, and it includes three new features. One in particular will be of interest to drivers with CarPlay.
  
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• AirPods Max condensation lawsuit significantly narrowed by judge

  07-07-2026 17:25 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Brooklyn federal judge Orelia E. Merchant has dismissed most claims in a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging that Apple’s AirPods Max suffer from a condensation defect. Here are the details.
  
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• Deals: M5 Pro MacBook Pro $449 off, MacBook Air $250 off, Ultra 3, iPhone 17 Pro Max $449 off, more

  07-07-2026 17:22 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Joining the ongoing AirPods 4 deal at nearly 25% off and a series of Apple Watch Ultra 3 models at nearly $100 off, this morning we spotted this 2TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro at $449 off the new list price and the base model 15-inch M5 MacBook Air at $250 off. Those deals also join iPhone 17 Pro Max units up to $449 off, the black iPhone 17 Pro/Max TechWoven case hitting the Amazon all-time low, Amazon’s wide-ranging Anker charging gear summer sale from $8. 
  
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• This 3-in-1 Anker fast-charging station will clear your desk clutter for nearly $100 off

  07-07-2026 16:59 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAnker Prime 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging StationView Deal
  Anker’s gorgeous and versatile 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station is on sale for $135, an impressive discount from its $230 MSRP and the lowest price we’ve ever seen. Even if you look at its average selling price over the past few months (around $170), it’s still about $35 lower, so it’s still a good deal to grab right now.If you’re all-in on Apple and tired of having three separate chargers cluttering your s
  
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• J.P. Morgan raises Apple stock target to $345 despite hardware price hikes

  07-07-2026 16:41 via 9to5mac.com
  
  In a new note to investors, J.P. Morgan maintained its Buy rating on Apple while raising its price target for the company’s stock. Here are the details.
  
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