Lexar makes a microSD reader and JumpDrive that backs up your iPhone data and frees its memory. Photo: David Pierini/Cult of Mac
We take for granted how much of our lives are stored on our iPhones until, of course, that day arrives when a notification pops up to say the device’s memory is full.
Lexar has a couple of nifty little devices to quickly store photos, videos, music and documents, and free up the memory on your iPhone.
Apple is reportedly planning to open a new flagship Australian retail store in Federation Square, Melbourne.
According to a new report, Apple is currently negotiating to replace an existing “deconstructivist” metal building in the square with a $50 million glass structure, which sounds reminiscent of Apple’s iconic Fifth Avenue store.
FRESHeBUDS upgrades their already popular Bluetooth earbuds with better sound, water resistance, longer battery life, and more. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Soon we’re all going to be wearing Bluetooth buds, so you might as well get a set that lasts. FRESHeBUDS are among the most popular makers of wireless earbuds, but with their new Pro model they’ve upped the game, adding things like improved sweat and water resistance and enhanced battery life. And today, there’s a drop in the price that makes them even more worth your attention, right now you can get a set of FRESHeBUDS Pro for $29.95 at Cult of Mac Deals.
We hope they used Apple Pay, at least. Photo: Apple
I don’t know about you, but I imagine Apple having an amazing vault somewhere under 1 Infinite Loop, containing pristine, still-packaged copies of every single computer it’s ever come out with — if for no reason other than as a design reference for employees.
Not so.
In fact, according to a new interview with Jony Ive, Apple had to actually go out and buy copies of its old products in order to photograph them for its new $300 coffee table book, set to be released tomorrow.
Super Mario Run, the game that will finally bring everyone’s favorite plumber to iOS, will be available to download from the App Store on December 15. The game will be free to download, while a single in-app purchase will unlock all available content.
Google Glass never found its audience. Can Apple be different? Photo: Google
Google failed to turn Google Glass into a viable mainstream product, but Apple thinks it knows something the search giant doesn’t — based on a new report claiming that Apple is exploring a similar foray into “digital glasses.”
The perfect gift for the Apple fan in your life? Photo: Apple
Apple has announced that it will be debuting a new hardbound book, entitled “Designed by Apple in California,” chronicling 20 years of its groundbreaking designs — boasting 450 photographs of past and present Apple products.
The book, which is dedicated to the memory of Steve Jobs, will also include exclusive details on the design processes used by Apple’s design team under the leadership of Jony Ive.
Donating to your favorite charity or nonprofit organization is now as simple as using Apple Pay.
Apple revealed today that it is lifting the ban that kept iOS apps from collecting funds for charities via the secure payment system. With the change, charities like the Red Cross and Doctors Without Borders can now place “donate” buttons in their apps to make the payment process faster than ever, which will hopefully increase donations.
iOS 10.2 brings new wallpapers to iPhone 7. Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac
The third beta build of iOS 10.2 is now available to developers, just a week after Apple released the last update.
iOS 10.2 beta 3 is accompanied by the third betas for macOS Sierra 10.12.2 and tvOS 10.1. The previous versions of the beta updates added support for dozens of new emoji, an SOS feature and much more.
Liberals would love guns if Apple made them. Photo: HBO
iPhone sales in China might tank once Trump takes over the Oval Office, but late-night TV host Bill Maher has a brilliant product idea that could be Apple’s next big hit.
“It’s now liberals’ turn to become doomsday prepping gun nuts, they just need survival products tailored to our lifestyle,” he said during the most recent Real Time With Bill Maher. To get liberals to love guns, Maher suggests Apple make one called the “Apple iDefender.”
Is Samsung finally ready to catch up with 3D Touch? Photo: Killian Bell/Cult of Mac
Samsung has a history of ripping off new iPhone features soon after they’re introduced by Apple, but the South Korean company is yet to adopt 3D Touch. According to new rumors, that will change next spring with the Galaxy S8.
A state-controlled Chinese newspaper suggested that a “naive” trade war led by Donald Trump could hurt U.S. brands, including Apple.
President-elect Trump previously said he will put in place a 45 percent tariff on Chinese imports as a form of taxation to “stop [China] cheating” through currency manipulation.
This Bluetooth speaker is made to move, with water-resistant coating and a protective metal grill. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Sometime you want to kick out the jams in a location that’s not safe for typical electronics. The G-Tube can help: It’s an ultra-portable, water-resistant speaker encased in a rugged housing that makes it perfect for carrying in your pocket, clipping to your backpack, strapping to your bike, or even rocking out in the shower.
Samsung's latest big purchase is its biggest yet. Photo: Harman
In its biggest-ever overseas purchase, Samsung bought automotive tech company Harman International Industries for a massive $8 billion.
Samsung referred to automotive electronics as a “strategic priority” going forward, which — as with its current positioning in the smartphone industry — makes the Korean company a major rival or resource for Cupertino as it continues its own investigations into a possible Apple Car.
Reviews are out for Apple’s controversial new MacBook Pro, which adds innovations like the Touch Bar but ditches a variety of ports in favor of USB-C (and adds a hefty price tag to boot).
So what do the early reviews make of Apple’s new pro laptop? In a nutshell, that it’s futuristic, but maybe not an entirely successful device for present-day users. Check out some of the pros and cons of the laptop’s most talked-about features below.
macOS Sierra comes with some stunning wallpapers. Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac
Sure, macOS Sierra has some great new features that will fundamentally change the way you work but — particularly if you’ve got one of Apple’s gorgeous 5K iMacs — it’s hard to undersell the value of some beautiful photography.
With that in mind, Apple’s latest operating system comes with some truly stunning new desktop wallpaper that users can choose to add some eye candy to their Macs. Here’s how you access the default wallpapers macOS Sierra comes with.
'Appy weekend everyone! Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac
Regardless of where you sit on the political spectrum, it’s been a seismic, earth-shaking week. With that in mind, what better way to temporarily tear your eyes away from the news than with a sampling of the latest delectables to land in the App Store?
Whether you’re on the hunt for a superb bite-sized platformer, two great Apple TV apps, or a major Gmail update, here are the new apps and app updates that have been dominating our Apple devices this week.
Name your price for this comprehensive bundle of 10 lessons in cross-platform game development. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
It’s a new week and, well, a new world. Along with everything else that’s happened, we’ve got a bunch of great new deals on gear and gadgets. From a massive set of lessons in game development, a super tough TPE-reinforced case for iPhone 7, a set of workout-resistant Bluetooth earbuds, and a bona fide USB hub with 6 ports. Read on to find out more:
When you need to focus or relax, Brain.fm uses smart algorithms to generate the perfect music. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
There’s a good chance you could use something new to think about. Well, here are some great new gear and gadgets that make the future seem a little less bleak. We’ve got access to an artificial intelligence-powered streaming music station, a bundle of top-shelf Mac apps, a trio of MFi-certified Lightning cables, and a tool (maybe more valuable than before) that lets you lock your camera and mic. Read on for more details:
The reviews are in on Apple's new MacBook Pro with Touch Bar... Photo: @YSR50
This week on The CultCast: Early reviews show the new MacBook Pro is a video-editing powerhouse; Apple’s massive interest in augmented reality; rumors of a jet white iPhone; AirPods to finally start shipping; new dongle discounts; and, is Apple still developing an electric car?
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Are you pleased with the new MacBook Pro? Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac
The new MacBook Pro with Touch Bar might be Apple’s fastest-selling Pro machine to date, but a lot of fans are far from happy with it.
It’s thinner and lighter than its predecessors, and it boasts the fastest storage we’ve ever seen on a Mac. But it’s also a lot more expensive, and it’s missing traditional USB-A ports that the vast majority of us still rely on every day. The SD card slot is gone, too.
But, does it really deserve all this criticism? Join us in this week’s Friday Night Fight as we debate the new MacBook Pro and whether Apple messed up this year’s refresh.
Save big on refurbished MacBook Airs, Canon EOS Rebel, GoPro Hero4 and more. Photos: Apple, Canon, GoPro
Another week, another awesome deal roundup, and this time we’re all about tech! From GoPro cameras to the new Xbox One S, the web is going wild with deals on today’s hottest electronics. Amazon is even getting in on it with huge price cuts on its Echo and Kindle products.