The year’s almost over, so it’s time to review the best deals that graced the Cult of Mac Store in 2016. Our top deals include a bundle of three extra long, MFi-certified Lightning cables, a lifetime of VPN protection, a powerful planning tool for turning to-do lists into flowcharts, and a comprehensive set of lessons for coding in iOS 9 and 10. They’re all massively discounted, but you can shave off another 16 percent by using the code: “BESTOF2016” (some exclusions apply). Read on for more details:
10-Ft MFi-Certified Lightning Cable: 3-Pack – 83% off
We use out Lightning cables and we lose them, whether to fraying and breaking or just because they get misplaced. These 10 foot long cables are an upgrade and a backup all in one. With MFi-certification, they can be counted on to charge and transfer data among devices reliably. And with two to spare, you can make sure you have one handy in the office, in the car, in your bag, wherever you go.
Buy now: Get a three-pack of extra long Lightning cables for $21.99, that’s 83 percent off.
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PureVPN: Lifetime Subscription – 88% off
Online security is no joke, and one serious step anyone can take is to secure your activity with a VPN. PureVPN is a trust provider, with a self-managed network that spans 141 countries, and which allows up to 5 simultaneous device connections. Use it with your routers, game consoles, smartTVs, and of course your computers or mobile devices on public or private Wi-Fi networks. Everything is encrypted via proprietary software and a self-engineered network that involves no third-parties.
Buy now: Get a lifetime of PureVPN for $69, that’s a discount of 88 percent.
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Pagico 8 Task Manager – 62% off
Staying organized with so many digital distractions is a real challenge. Thankfully there are also some digital solutions, like Pagico’s powerful tool for turning all of your tasks, notes, and projects into beautiful interactive flowcharts. Easily manage and browse hundreds of projects with a handy tag browser, cycle between daily and calendar views to keep the big picture in mind, and cross link everything so you’re never far from what needs doing.
Buy now: Get Pagico 8 for $19, that’s 62 percent off the usual price.
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The Complete iOS 10 Developer Course – 98% off
Development for iOS remains a lucrative and in-demand skill. This pair of lesson bundles cover the full set of knowledge and skills needed for developing in both iOS 10 and 9. With hundreds of hours of lesson content, you’ll learn everything from the basics of Swift, Spritekit, and Xcode, all the way up to advanced features like iOS’s integrated artificial intelligence and Siri. You’ll also get instruction in developing apps for TVOS, iPad, iPhone and Apple Watch, and lots more.
Buy now: Get this pair of iOS developer courses for $29, that’s a massive 98 percent off the usual price.
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