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Apple Watch SE packs essential features, larger screen for just $279

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Apple Watch SE
Some of the best Apple Watch features at a great price.
Photo: Apple

Take advantage of some of the best, most essential Apple Watch features at a brilliantly low price with the new Apple Watch SE. Unveiled alongside Apple Watch Series 6 on Tuesday, the more affordable model packs an edge-to-edge display, a super-speedy S5 processor, fall detection and more.

The best bit? It’s priced at just $279!

Laut’s colorful cases give iPhone 11, 11 Pro a fresh new look

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Laut colorful iPhone cases
Laut cases are super-protective and attractive.
Photo: Laut

Tired of looking at the same old iPhone? Give yours a fresh new look with a colorful new case from Laut. They offer robust protection against scuffs and scratches, as well as hard knocks and drops, and they’re available in a number of eye-catching finishes.

Get yours today from as little as $24.99.

Add 4TB of portable storage to your Mac with $40 off this WD drive

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WD portable storage drive for Mac
Bag yours before this discount ends.
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Constantly running out of storage on your Mac? Add a whopping 4TB with the brilliant WD Elements drive, which is now $40 less on Amazon.

The portable HDD uses super-speedy USB 3.0 connectivity for fast data transfers, and it’s backed by a two-year WD warranty. Bag yours today before this discount disappears.

Don’t miss out on bargain iPhone 8, 8 Plus refurbs for less than $240 today

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iPhone 8 Plus image
Bag yours before they're all gone!
Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac

If you need an affordable iPhone that will keep you connected during these tough times, look no further than a bargain iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus. Woot is selling off refurbished units for as little as $229.99 today only.

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How to clear all Apple Watch notifications in watchOS 7

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Clear Apple Watch notifications in watchOS 7
With Force Touch dead, there's a new way to wipe alerts.
Image: Killian Bell/Cult of Mac

This year’s watchOS 7 upgrade kills the handy Force Touch gesture we’ve been using on Apple Watch for over five years. That means there’s a new (and not so easy) way to clear all your notifications.

We’ll show you how to do it.

Bag a 9.7-inch iPad with 128GB storage for under $270 today only

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9.7-inch iPad
Don't miss out!
Photo: Apple

With a snappy A9 processor and gorgeous Retina display, the 9.7-inch iPad is a terrific tablet for almost anyone. And you can get yours right now with 128GB of storage and Wi-Fi connectivity for less than $270.

Woot is blowing out refurbished units, tested and backed by a 90-day warranty, for one day only. Go grab one before they’re all gone!

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Act now to save your Fortnite account if you use ā€˜Sign in with Apple’

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Fortnite on iPad with SteelSeries Nimbus
Don't let yours disappear.
Photo: Killian Bell/Cult of Mac

Epic Games’ ongoing battle with Apple has made it so that you will no longer be able to log into your Fortnite account using ā€œSign in with Appleā€ from September 11, 2020. If you don’t save your account today, you could lose access to the game — and all your data.

Fortunately, salvaging your account is simple, and it only takes a couple minutes. We’ll show you how.

Don’t miss the biggest discounts yet on the newest iPad Air

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The new 2019 iPad Air, with its 10.5-inch screen, works with Apple's existing Smart Keyboard.
The sale runs for three days only!
Photo: Apple

Pick up Apple’s newest iPad Air during Best Buy’s three-day Anniversary Sale to enjoy the biggest discounts so far. You can save $100 on 256GB models with or without cellular connectivity.

Plus, you’ll get a year of free Apple TV+, and you can save another $30 if you also pick up the Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case.

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Enjoy the stellar sounds of HomePod with $100 off today only

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HomePod
This HomePod discount is music to our ears.
Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac

There’s no doubt HomePod is the best-sounding smart speaker on the market today. So, if you want to hear your music like never before, bag one of your own — and save $100 for a limited time.

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Use a second screen anywhere with $70 off this brilliant portable monitor

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Lepow portable monitor
This deals ends soon — don't miss out!
Photo: Lepow

Add a second screen to your mobile office setup with $70 off this excellent portable monitor from Lepow. It boasts a 15.6-inch display with a 1080p resolution, plus HDMI and USB-C connectivity.

The monitor is highly rated by Amazon customers, and now available at one of its lowest prices to date. The discount is good for a limited time only, though, so you’ll need to act fast.

Some iPhone owners refuse iOS 13.7 update over fear of COVID-19 contact tracing

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iOS 13.7 contact tracing feature: Life-saver, or NSA spy tool?
Life-saver, or new NSA spy tool?
Photo: Lewis Wallace/Cult of Mac

Some iPhone owners are refusing to install Apple’s latest software update for fear of being tracked. iOS 13.7, which Apple released Tuesday, makes COVID-19 contact tracing easier for government health agencies to implement — but some people claim its true purpose is more sinister.

ā€œAnother step towards a totally surveillanced state,ā€ said one iPhone user on Twitter — and many others continue to voice similar complaints and fears.

Facebook Messenger follows WhatsApp’s lead on forwarding limits

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Facebook Messenger gets message forwarding limits
Suck it, spammers!
Photo: Facebook

Facebook is rolling out new message-forwarding limits in an effort to cut down on the spread of misinformation.

A similar version of the feature, which ensures messages can be forwarded to only five people or groups at a time, is already available inside WhatsApp — another Facebook service.

Report claims only a single iPhone 12 variant will offer fastest 5G

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iPhone 12 might mix iPhone 11 and iPad Pro designs
And only in select markets.
Concept: Ben Geskin

Those who plan to upgrade to iPhone 12 for its 5G connectivity may need to be careful about which variant they choose this fall. A new report claims only one will offer the fastest 5G technology.

While all iPhone 12 units are said to feature Sub-6 5G capabilities, one source claims you’ll need to opt for the largest, most expensive model to also enjoy faster mmWave 5G.

Photos reveal early Apple Watch prototype disguised as iPod nano

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Apple Watch prototype disguised as iPod nano
That case isn't fooling anyone.
Photo: AppleDemoYT

New photos reveal an original Apple Watch prototype apparently used for internal testing before the wearable made its official debut in 2015.

The device is protected by a security case, which looks a little like an iPod nano, to disguise it during transportation. It also comes in a brown cardboard box marked ā€œApple Confidential.ā€

Anker 7-in-1 USB-C hub for MacBook, iPad Pro a steal at 25% off

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Anker 7-in-1 USB-C hub
All the ports you really need.
Photo: Anker

If you plan to connect any peripherals to your MacBook or iPad Pro, you’ll likely need a decent USB-C hub. This highly rated, 7-in-1 solution from Anker is ideal — and it’s now 25% cheaper for a limited time.

It supports traditional USB-A devices, external monitors, SD cards and more. It’s the only USB-C hub most users will ever need.

Apple steps up renewable energy efforts in Europe with new investments

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Apple Denmark renewable energy
Apple will invest in two of the world's largest onshore wind turbines.
Photo: Apple

Apple on Thursday confirmed plans to expand its renewable energy footprint in Europe. Cupertino will invest in the world’s largest onshore wind turbines in Denmark and in new clean energy efforts in Germany.

The moves are part of Apple’s plan, announced last month, to become carbon neutral across its entire business and supply chain.

Last chance: Save on stellar accessories from Elago and Mujjo

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Elago stand for Apple Watch
Sale ends today!
Photo: Elago

The Cult of Mac Store’s big back to school sale is coming to an end, but there’s still a little time left to save on stellar iPhone and Apple Watch accessories from Elago and Mujjo.

Pick up MacBook stands and keyboard covers, and great cases for iPhone, AirPods, and more at up to 72% off. Don’t miss out!

Reliable leaker says new Apple Watch won’t land in September

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Apple-Watch 6
October or November instead?
Photo: Luke Chesser/Unsplash CC

Apple Watch’s next big refresh won’t land in September as recent reports have predicted, according to one reliable leaker. Fans could be waiting until October or November instead.

It is believed the iPhone 12 lineup will also launch later than usual this year as a result of production delays from COVID-19.

Pick up new Powerbeats3 headphones for under $70 today only

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powerbeats wireless
Save 65%!
Photo: Apple

Need some awesome but affordable wireless headphones that are ideal for even the toughest workouts? Pick up a brand-new pair of Powerbeats3 for a mere $69.99 today only.

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Apple’s last iPod nano goes ā€˜vintage’ later this month

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ipod-nano-new
It's almost the end of the line for the last iPod nano.
Photo: Apple

The seventh-generation iPod nano, Apple’s last model, will be added to the company’s list of ā€œvintageā€ products later this month.

First introduced in 2015, the device was marketed as the thinnest iPod ever, with the ability to connect to Bluetooth headphones and speakers, a built-in FM radio tuner, and a 2.5-inch color display.

App Store ecosystem adds 300,000 new US jobs after pandemic boost

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App Store economy Sept. 2020
The App Store now supports 2.1 million jobs across the U.S.
Photo: Apple

The App Store ecosystem created almost 300,000 new U.S. jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic, Apple said Tuesday. It now supports more than 2.1 million people across all 50 states.

Apple pointed out that apps have become even more critical to Americans’ everyday lives as they adapt to new ways of working, learning and connecting during the coronavirus outbreak.

EE’s new iPhone plan includes unlimited Apple Arcade, Music, TV+

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EE Full Works plan for iPhone
You can sign up for a Full Works plan today.
Photo: EE

U.K. carrier EE today introduced a new cellular plan that gives iPhone users full access to some of Apple’s best subscription services.

Full Works includes Apple Arcade, Apple Music, and Apple TV+ for the length of your contract. It also offers unlimited data, the option to upgrade your handset at anytime, and 5G connectivity.

EE says it’s the first time a carrier has struck this kind of deal with Apple.

Supposed iPhone 12 Pro glass panel makes way for new LiDAR Scanner

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We might know exactly where the iPhone 12 Pro lidar sensor will sit.
We might know exactly where the iPhone 12 Pro lidar sensor will sit.
Photo: MrĀ·white/Twitter

A new glass panel, supposedly destined for iPhone 12 Pro, might reveal the location of the handset’s new LiDAR Scanner.

In the image, shared Tuesday on Twitter by leaker MrĀ·white, an additional hole appears alongside the three camera cutouts in the top corner of the panel. Unlike all the other holes, which are left wide open, this one has a dark covering like that on the 2020 iPad Pro.