Get your Carterjett bands today for even less. Photo: Carterjett
The Cult of Mac Watch Store is hosting a huge sale on gorgeous Carterjett bands for Apple Watch this Labor Day weekend. You can enjoy 20% off all models until September 3.
It’s the perfect time to treat yourself to a sweet new style at a great price.
Take an early glimpse at a possible 2019 iPad Pro. Photo: Waqar Khan
A new video wraps up all the unconfirmed reports about Apple’s next professional-grade tablet. Rumors say this iPad Pro will have a much better camera than any of its predecessors.
Who wouldn't want an all-screen iPhone SE? Photo: Charlie Sorrel/Cult of Mac
Years ago, somebody dropped my old iPhone 5, and the screen exploded into a crazed sheet of splinters. Yesterday I finally “fixed” it by sticking a glass screen protector over the whole mess. It still looks terrible, but at least now I can use it without glass shards lodging in my fingertips.
And, now that I can handle the phone again, I realize that I love it. And it got me thinking. Why doesn’t Apple make a phone sized like the old iPhone 5, or iPhone SE, only with an edge-to-edge screen like the iPhones X?
Your AirPods case doesn’t have to stay plain white. Screenshot: Apple
Apple Korea created a video to demonstrate some unusual ways to fancy up AirPods charging cases. Many people decorate their Mac and iPhone, and pick a stylish Apple Watch band too. Why leave this AirPods accessory plain white?
Apple is promising tons of innovation. Photo: Apple
As anticipated, Apple just sent out invitations to a press event to be held on Sept. 10. This is widely expected to be launch of three new iOS handsets, among them the first “iPhone Pro” models.
The design of the invite has touched off speculation about whether it indicates casing colors for the iPhone XR replacement.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ took on the iPhone XS Max. screenshot: PhoneBuff
The new Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ was faster that last-year’s iPhone XS Max in a speed test designed to test real-world use. Several improvements in the new Android model helped boost Samsung’s new flagship handset over the top.
Of course, Apple is about to introduce its own new flagship model, and comparing that to a just-released model will be a more fair test.
The Nike Adapt Huarache now has an iPhone and an Apple Watch FitAdapt app. Photo: Nike
Nike continues to add to the technology of its self-lacing shoe line. The FitAdapt system, which includes a built-in motor to adjust the lacing, pressure and fit of two shoe models, can now be controlled by Siri commands, and there’s a new Apple Watch app too.
Apple is throwing a bone to third-party repairers. Photo: Apple
Apple is making it easier for independent repair shops to service out-of-warranty iPhones. It’s doing this by providing them with parts, tools, training, repair manuals and diagnostics previously available only to Apple Authorized Service Providers (AASPs).
The program has initially launched in the U.S. However, Apple says that there are plans to expand this to roll it out to additional countries in the future.
Judge's comment: "What I find most interesting is the background pattern, uniquely magnified and distorted in every one of the water droplets. I’m drawn to studying and trying to elucidate what that pattern is." Photo: Andrew Griswold
Each finished work of art has a backstory and Andrew Griswold’s podcast Just Outside the Artboard focuses on what happens between idea and creation.
His first episode, launched Aug. 23, gave him plenty to talk about as one of the 10 winners of Apple’s “Shot on iPhone” challenge.
iPads are becoming part of the school experience. Photo: Charlie Sorrel/Cult of Mac
Glasgow, Scotland’s most heavily populated city, is planning to spend millions giving an iPad to every middle and high school student.
As part of a new contract, 47,100 iPads will be handed out to students, alongside an extra 4,900 to teachers. But not everyone is happy about the dispensing of these “shiny new objects.”
China continues to be the epicenter of Apple's manufacturing. Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac
Apple may be trying to wean itself off manufacturing in China, but despite its use of factories in Brazil and India, it’s actually relying on China more than ever.
According to Reuters, the majority of Apple suppliers have become increasingly concentrated in China. Although Apple uses small factories outside the country, these are typically used only for small domestic runs.
What "Apple Stores" currently look like in India. Photo: Lawrence Sinclair/Flickr CC
Apple is getting excited at the prospect of opening its long-awaited first retail store in India.
“We appreciate the support and hard work by Prime Minister Modi and his team to make this possible and we look forward to one day welcoming customers to India’s first Apple retail store,” Apple said in a statement Thursday.
Apple will probably release macOS Catalina next month. Photo: Apple
Apple has released the latest beta version of macOS Catalina. The seventh beta, carrying the build number 19A546d, takes us one step closer to the official release of macOS Catalina, most likely next month.
Looking to be the very best, like no-one ever was? Photo: The Pokémon Company
The eagerly anticipated iOS game Pokémon Masters has arrived in the App Store a few hours ahead of schedule.
Having racked up more than 5 million preorders, the real-time Pokémon battle game is now ready for gamers everywhere. Complete with classic trainers like Misty and Brock.
Buy one of these eye-catching bands, get a second at half off! Photos: Clessant
Still wearing the same old band that came with your Apple Watch? Booooorring! Switch things up with this great deal on classy Apple Watch bands from Clessant.
Right now, when you buy any Clessant band, you get a second one of equal or lesser value at 50% off. But if you want to take advantage of this deal, you’d better act fast. This sale ends at 11:59 p.m. Pacific on Friday, August 30, 2019.
Right now, buying an iPhone in India requires going through a third-party retailer. Not for much longer, though. Photo: Apple
Apple may have finally succeeded in its long, long quest to be allowed to sell its products directly in India. Until now, the company has been forced to go through third-party resellers, but the Indian government today changed the rule that was hobbling Apple.
Being able to deal directly with the public might increase Apple’s poor sales of iPhones in this huge market.
Dark Mode is on the way to a swath of Microsoft software for iOS and iPadOS. Photo: Microsoft
Microsoft just brought Dark Mode to Outlook for iOS. And this is just the start of giving many more applications in the Microsoft 365 product suite this feature, which puts white text on a black background.
iOS 13.1 beta 1 brings back almost every cool feature dropped from previous betas. Photo: Charlie Sorrel/Cult of Mac
Surprisingly, iOS 13.1 is already in beta. It looks like Apple’s release strategy this year is to freeze the current beta version of iOS 13.0 in order to get it ready for the new iPhones expected on September 10. Meanwhile, Apple continues to test the next version, adding back some features removed during the beta period — Shortcuts automations, for example.
So, what other new (or revived) features will you find in iOS 13.1 beta 1?
Going forward, no one will listen to what you say to Siri unless you approve it. Photo: Jim Merithew/Cult of Mac
A revamp of Apple’s program that had people monitoring Siri voice commands for quality control will soon ask users to opt-in first, and only Apple employees will be listening.
“We realize we haven’t been fully living up to our high ideals, and for that we apologize,” the company said in a statement.
Anyone thinking of switching their iPhone to T-Mobile can try the service out for free. Photo: T-Mobile
T-Mobile is so eager to get people to try its network, the company is giving away wireless hotspots. These are good for a month or 30GB of data, and are intended to let potential customers see how well T-Mobile service works at their home, office or school.
This telecom has a bad reputation as being mostly available only in big cities. This promotion seems intended to overcome that.
Probably best not to take this on your travels. Photo: Apple
Qantas Airways, Australia’s largest airline by fleet size, has joined Virgin Australia in banning certain MacBooks from checked luggage.
Virgin announced its decision yesterday, citing fears that the laptop batteries could catch fire. Other airlines to also ban the laptop include Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration also reminded laptop owners not to bring on board products with recalled batteries, including Apple’s. Now Qantas is following suit.
It looks like the greatest Sega Saturn game the Saturn never got. Photo: Motion Twin
Motion Twin’s celebrated game Dead Cells has finally landed on the App Store. In the process, it gives iPhone and iPad gamers the chance to play one of the most fun indie releases of recent times.
For the uninitiated, Dead Cells combines Castlevania-inspired side-scrolling action with some beautiful graphics and terrific gameplay. The results are an undisputed “must download.” Check out the trailer below.
Check out that stunning ocean-inspired roof! Photo: Foster + Partners
One of the best things about Apple Store design is how Apple’s architects find ways to embrace local design elements, while still making the stores feel connected to one another.
The latest example of this is the stunning Foster + Partners design for the new Apple Aventura store in Miami, Florida. The most notable aspect of the store’s design is its undulating vaulted roof. This was intended to represent the city’s nautical history.
AirPods aren't good enough to get Consumer Reports' official recommendation. Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac
Apple’s AirPods are some of the top-selling earphones of all time. But according to Consumer Reports, they have a problem: “They just don’t sound great.”
In a series of tests, the consumer testing group pits the second-gen AirPods against Samsung’s Galaxy Buds. And, spoiler alert, their conclusions don’t come down in Cupertino’s favor.