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10 copies of new Cult of Mac book are now up for grabs

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Enter. You may be one of 10 lucky winners to receive a free copy of The Cult of Mac 2E.
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We want to put free copies of The Cult of Mac 2nd Edition on 10 coffee tables across the United States.

Now through Dec. 20, the Cult of Mac website will accept entries to give away this Mac book that is every bit as beautiful as a MacBook. All you have to do is enter your email in the submission widget below.

Win this sweet accessory pack from the Cult of Mac Store [Giveaway]

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For iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods.
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Elago Treat your favorite Apple devices to some of the sweetest accessories money can buy. Our latest giveaway offers up an awesome Elago bundle for iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch.

Three lucky winners will receive a 3-in-1 Charging Hub, an AirPods Wrist Fit, a Premium Silicone case for iPhone 11 and the wonderful W3 stand for Apple Watch.

Enter today to ensure you don’t miss out!

Apple’s 2020 vision: Whole lotta hardware [Cult of Mac Magazine 320]

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Apple's 2020 vision: Whole lotta hardware
Next year looks like it's going to be a blockbuster.
Cover: Leander Kahney/Cult of Mac

If the rumors prove true, next year will bring a wave of new Apple hardware. We’re talking a major iPhone revamp, new Macs and Apple Watches, and even (possibly) augmented reality glasses.

Read all about the latest Apple hardware rumors and predictions in this week’s Cult of Mac Magazine. Download it free from the iOS App Store. The latest issue also explains why we’re hooked on Apple Arcade, along with reviews of several tasty bits of gear. Plus, as usual, you’ll find how-tos for iPhone, Apple Watch and other Apple products.

Bonus: Enter our Apple giveaways

Enter our latest giveaways for your shot at winning some awesome Apple gear. First, we’re giving away a great prize consisting of an iPhone 11, AirPods and a custom Belkin charging pad. And second, our Apple Watch Series 5 giveaway ends next week. Enter both giveaways now!

Seize this chance to win a free iPhone 11, AirPods and charging pad [Deals]

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The iPhone 11 256GB + AirPods & Charging Pad Giveaway
This is a rare opportunity to win the latest iPhone along with a brand-new set of AirPods and a special-edition wireless charging pad.
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It’s as reliable as the seasons. As sure as the weather getting colder or the leaves turning yellow and orange, mouths begin to water when a new iPhone model rolls around. The iPhone 11 is no exception, marking a serious upgrade for an already top-tier device.

Of course, it also carries a top-tier price. That makes this chance to win an iPhone 11 — along with a set of AirPods and a wireless charging pad — even more irresistible.

This is your chance to get free Netflix for life [Deals]

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Netflix Giveaway
Binge to your heart's content when you win a lifetime subscription to Netflix.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

It would take a lifetime to get through all the content on Netflix. With this giveaway, lifetime access is what you get. Win this, and you’ll be able to binge through every episode and movie you want.

Enter now for your shot at a lifetime of free Netflix!

How to get free McDonald’s fries using your iPhone

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Mmmm, feeling hungry?
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Tomorrow is National French Fry Day and McDonald’s is celebrating by giving away these golden delicious treats every Friday for the rest of July. The fast-food chain has partnered with Apple Pay on this promotion so you’ll need to make the purchase with your iPhone.

Make converting video for any device easier and faster [VideoProc Giveaway]

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With VideoProc, you can process video quickly and easily.
VideoProc is an all-in-one video-processing tool for editing, adjusting and converting HD video.
Image: Digiarty Software

This post is presented by Digiarty Software.

iPhones are great for a lot of things. At the top of the list is creating and enjoying high-quality video. But unfortunately there are many potential snags.

Maybe you’re trying to watch a MKV, AAC or FLV video that creates a format conflict. Or you’ve bounced HEVC video through an old version of QuickTime, Final Cut Pro, iMovie or some other editing software that makes it incompatible. If you’re trying to play an iPhone-shot video at 4K and 60 frames per second, it might not vibe well with certain video players. If you shot your video on a drone or GoPro, that can also create a host of compatibility problems.

Use this Mac DVD ripper to back up and decrypt DVDs [Giveaway]

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With MacX DVD Ripper Pro, your old DVDs don't need to languish.
Don't let your old DVDs languish.
Image: Digiarty Software

This post is presented by Digiarty Software.

There are plenty of reasons to digitize your aging DVD library. One is that, at this point, those discs are probably just gathering dust. Moving that content onto your computers and other devices means you’re more likely to actually watch it. It’s also a good way to make sure your videos stay safe from scratches or loss.

Enter to win 6 indestructible iPhone XS Max cases [Instagram Giveaway]

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Worth a whopping $200-plus, this bulletproof bundle could be yours for free in our iPhone XS Max cases giveaway.
Worth a whopping $200-plus, this bulletproof bundle could be yours for free.
Photo: Lyle Kahney/Cult of Mac

You know what time it is! ‘Tis the season of giving (aka treating yo’self).

To keep our promise of gifting tons of top-notch iPhone cases, we’re kicking off December with another Instagram giveaway.

The iPhone XS and XR case giveaways were a smash hit. Now, it’s finally time for the iPhone XS Max case bundle. Cult of Mac hand-picked six wicked cases from UAG, Just Mobile, Encased and Caudabe. Plus we’re throwing in a super-tough 3D tempered-glass screen protector.

Start swimming with Apple Watch [Cult of Mac Magazine]

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What are you waiting for? Time to jump in and start swimming with Apple Watch!
What are you waiting for? Time to jump in!
Cover: Leander Kahney/Cult of Mac

A trip to the pool — with your Apple Watch on your wrist — is the perfect way to burn off those Thanksgiving carbs. Our quick guide to swimming with Apple Watch will give you key pointers to maximize your watery workout.

If you’re not into that, you’ll still find plenty of Apple news, how-tos and reviews in this week’s issue of Cult of Mac Magazine. Grab your free subscription on iTunes now. Or, if you like, read on for the week’s best posts — plus your last chance to win an iPhone XR!

And our iPhone XS Max/Casetify giveaway winner is …

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iPhone XS Max giveaway winner: Congratulations to Isamar Mejia (and thanks to Casetify)!
Congratulations to Isamar Mejia (and thanks to Casetify)!
Images courtesy Isamar Mejia, Casetify

Isamar Mejia says she was shocked when she found out she won an iPhone XS Max and a massive Casetify case bundle in Cult of Mac’s latest giveaway.

“At first I thought I was dreaming,” she said in an email. “I had to refresh my email at least a hundred times! It sounds silly but I waited until the next day to see if it’s still there because I thought it was a scam but soon found out it was real! I am super-excited to get the phone!”

Read on for your chance to be a winner, too. We’re giving away an iPhone XR — but you better hurry and enter, because the giveaway ends soon!

Take control of your iPhone photo library, without iTunes

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Wrest control from iTunes with DearMob iPhone Manager.
Wrest control from iTunes with DearMob iPhone Manager.
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This post is presented by DearMob.

Traveling for the holidays means keeping track of the flood of photos that comes with the season. So does getting a new iPhone XS, XS Max or XR as a gift. Basically, the more flexibility you have when dealing with your digital photo library, the better. DearMob iPhone Manager, an easy-to-use alternative to iTunes, lets you take back control of all your iOS data.

iPhone XS Max giveaway and Casetify Impact drop test!

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iPhone XS Max Drop Test
Drops like this aren't a worry with the Casetify Impact case.
Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac

The new iPhone XS and XS Max are relatively tough phones. But even with the “world’s strongest glass,” these pricey iPhones remain subject to smashing. Casetify’s new Impact cases for iPhone XS and XS Max can help. These slim, military-grade cases can protecting the iPhones from drops of up to 6.6 feet.

In today’s video, we’re putting them to the test in some real-world scenarios. And, thanks to Casetify, we’re also giving you the chance to win a brand new 64GB iPhone XS Max in gold. Check out the video below to see the cases in action (and find out how to enter to win an iPhone XS Max).

We’ve got serious iPhone XR envy! [Cult of Mac Magazine]

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Just how good is the iPhone XR? We're head over heels! Read all about it in Cult of Mac Magazine Issue No. 268.
Just how good is the iPhone XR? We're head over heels!
Cover: Leander Kahney/Cult of Mac

The world can’t stop raving about the iPhone XR, Apple’s reasonably priced underdog. Sure, it’s not exactly cheap. And it doesn’t pack all the features of the iPhone XS and XS Max. However, it does check most of the boxes. And in some ways, it’s actually better than Cupertino’s current high-end offerings.

Find out why everybody’s going completely nuts for the iPhone XR in this week’s issue of our magazine. It’s free and it’s fun to read on an iPad or iPhone. Get your free subscription to Cult of Mac Magazine from iTunes now.

Bonus: Read on for a chance to win the iPhone XR we showcased in our unboxing video!

Win 1 of 10 LuxArmor Elite iPhone X cases with our giveaway!

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Win a LuxArmor Elite iPhone X case with our latest YouTube giveaway.
Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac

After I made a video showcasing my favorite iPhone X cases, I got a lot of feedback from readers wanting to know more. By far the most popular iPhone X case in that lineup — and the one I get asked about the most, even to this day — is the LuxArmor Classic.

The super-sleek $24 case bears no branding whatsoever. It’s extremely thin and light, but adds a surprising amount of protection. Now, LuxArmor has launched a new collection of iPhone X cases that keep that great, minimalist style but add extra protection.

In today’s video, I give you a quick hands-on look at the new LuxArmor Elite cases. Plus, we’ve got 10 of these to give away!

Score a free Super NES Classic [Deals]

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Now's your chance to win a Super NES Classic, loaded with 20 genre-defining games and endless hours of nostalgia.
Now's your chance to win a Super NES Classic, loaded with 20 genre-defining games and endless hours of nostalgia.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

Ah the ’90s, a time when things were simpler, including the video games. Anyone who played SNES has fond memories of dozens of games that are now bona fide classics. Being 16-bit didn’t make them any less fun, which explains the excitement over Nintendo’s Super NES Classic.

It’s a nostalgia-packed gaming machine, and right now you can enter to win a Super NES Classic for free.

Win a HomePod: Enter now for your shot at awesome audio [Deals]

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Don't drop the coin for a new HomePod until you've entered here to win one for free.
Don't drop the coin for a new HomePod until you've entered here to win one for free.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

With HomePod, Apple finally made its first serious (or Siri-ous?) step into the smart speaker arena. It’s a game-changing device that comes at a premium price of about $350. But right now, you can win a HomePod through Cult of Mac Deals.

iPhone X is amazing, and you can get one for free [Deals]

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Now's your chance to put the future in your pocket with free iPhone X.
Now's your chance to put the future in your pocket with free iPhone X.
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The jury is in on Apple’s latest flagship phone, the iPhone X. And the verdict? This is a very, very good phone.

However, it’s also a very, very expensive phone. To put a new iPhone X in your pocket, you will shell out a cool $1,000, minimum. But now’s your chance to get your hands on one of these drool-worthy phones for exactly zero dollars.

The Fall Tech Bundle Giveaway [Deals]

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This giveaway bundle includes smartwatches, backup batteries, ultra tough iPhone cases, and lots more.
This giveaway bundle includes smartwatches, backup batteries, ultra-tough iPhone cases and lots more.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

‘Tis the season to take advantage of free gear and gadgets. By entering this giveaway, you’re eligible for the awesome haul of seven best-selling goodies listed below. So you can get a top-shelf, drop-proof iPhone case; a lens kit for your iPhone; an Alexa-integrated smartwatch; waterproof and wireless headphones, and lots more.

This grab bag is worth more than 600 bucks, but entering to win is free.

Now’s your chance to win 5 full years of Netflix [Deals]

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Netflix 5YR Giveaway
Win five free years of all your favorite movies and TV shows delivered straight to your screens and mailbox.
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Netflix needs no introduction. It’s one of the few services that everybody gets use out of, with movies and TV shows for anyone’s tastes. Basically, Netflix is a utility provider for home entertainment. And when was the last time you got five years of free utilities?

Well we can’t offer you a break on your gas bill, but here’s a chance to win five years of premium Netflix subscription for free.

These accessories make the grade, and you can win them [Top Tech Under $100]

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Leather cases, charging cables, expansion cards and more in this
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Welcome to Top Tech under $100. Each month, Cult of Mac rounds up some of the best tech products and accessories we come across that cost less than a C-note. This month we’ve got cases, MacBook expansion cards, tech for sleep and much more. Check out the video below to see this month’s selections — and don’t forget to enter our giveaway!