Here's the look for iPhone 14 Pro Max. Photo: Basic Apple Guy
On Thursday, noted Apple enthusiast Basic Apple Guy put out colorful new versions of his iPhone 14 schematics iOS wallpaper. They show the handsets’ innards in startling detail.
The new versions’ beautiful gradient colors match Apple marketing for WWDC23, coming up on Monday, he said.
Juice up all your Apple gear wirelessly with this 5-in-1 charger. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Update: Sorry, but this deal quickly sold out.
As more Apple gear becomes available, we all have a problem: How to keep it all charged? This 5-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger has room for just about everything — and more besides.
It even boasts an unusual design that makes it resemble a leafy plant!
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Peggy's on the case. Sorta. Photo: Apple TV+
Off-kilter Apple TV+ comedy High Desert, which stars Patricia Arquette as con artist-turned-private-investigator Peggy Newman, takes a detour into Guru Bob’s past this week.
In the episode, entitled “Soul Retrieval,” Peggy and her ex-husband get reacquainted with the good times and the bad times that so characterized their marriage. Plus, Peggy lands her first case — if she can remember to get around to it.
The wildly entertaining comedy procedural takes a beat from the main action this week and still proves fast on its feet.
Keep cybercriminals at bay and stream content unimpeded with Getflix. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
We all know the importance of web security. After all, hackers are everywhere and their methods are growing ever more sophisticated. But the majority of virtual private networks — the most accessible and economical way for consumers to protect against hackers — also cause slowdowns, which makes it difficult to do things like stream content.
That’s why Getflix, with more than 1 million customers and a 4.8 out of 5 star rating on Trustpilot, has grown in popularity. And right now is the perfect time to subscribe, since you can get lifetime access with savings of more than $100 off the regular price.
Apple said Wednesday that the App Store makes a lot of money for developers. And they keep almost all of it. Photo: Apple
An independent study found App Store developers generated $1.1 trillion in total billings and sales last year as part of the system’s robust year-over-year growth of 29%, Apple said Wednesday.
More than 90% of the money went to developers, without any commission paid to Apple, the company said.
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It's finally time for Ted Lasso's last game with AFC Richmond. Photo: Apple TV+
Ted Lasso, the perpetually upbeat Apple TV+ show that blindsided a pandemic-stricken world with a cocktail of optimism and inspiration, comes to a fitting close this week after a remarkable three-season run.
The Ted Lasso finale, entitled “So Long, Farewell,” finds Ted’s team AFC Richmond up against its most fierce nemesis, Rupert Mannion’s West Ham United.
With West Ham’s old coach Nate back at Richmond after an awkward breakup, will the Greyhounds have what it takes to beat the Hammers? Just how optimistic can this show be?
If you switched from an Android device to an iPhone, what would be your reason? Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac
A new report Wednesday from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) revisits the group’s recent finding that Android users increasingly switched to iPhone in recent years and gets into the reasons why.
It gave four specific major reasons and a fifth vague but important one, below.
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What can go wrong when strippers and cocaine are involved? Photo: Apple TV+
Apple TV+ comedy Platonic takes a look at the lighter side of divorce this week. The show, about two best friends who are suddenly back in each other’s lives after a prolonged absence, finds Sylvia deciding to throw Charlie a divorce party to get his mind off how well his ex is doing.
In the poignant episode, entitled “Divorce Party,” some drugs and changes of plan send Sylvia into a tailspin that makes her realize she isn’t where she wants to be anymore.
Garmin unveiled its the fēnix 7 Pro Series multisport GPS smartwatches. Photo: Garmin
Garmin unveiled three rugged new fēnix 7 Pro Series smartwatches Wednesday, giving Apple Watch Ultra a run for its money. The new multisport GPS watches have a lot in common with Ultra, including similar pricing depending on which features you select.
But the Garmin watches also offer a built-in LED flashlight and solar charging that helps provide 37 days of battery life in “smartwatch mode” and 139 days in “expedition mode,” according to the company.
This is a modern computer setup, but Dalzell also has about 100 vintage machines. Photo: Drew Dalzell
Cutting-edge computer setups are cool. Vintage computer museums are also cool. But do you know what’s super-cool? Both. Together.
Los Angeles-based sound designer Drew Dalzell sent Cult of Mac his M1 MacBook Pro setup this week. As it turns out, it sits in the middle of a vintage computer collection. It includes an Apple IIGS, an Apple II Plus, an Ortrona, a Commodore 64 and more. The space is also his business HQ.
This offer for a lifetime license for either Mac or Windows is available for a one-time purchase of $29.99 for a limited time. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Whether you’re a Mac-loving photo editor, a Windows-loving student, or just about anything in between, you probably could benefit from having Microsoft Office on your computer. But if you’re thinking that you’d hate to add another monthly subscription to your list, don’t worry.
This offer for a lifetime MS Office license for either Mac or Windows is available for a one-time purchase of $29.99 for a limited time. This new price drop takes it back to Cult of Mac Deals’ all-time low price. However, the price goes up on June 1.
Give the most professional presentations ever with this top-rated multi-cam video call app. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
In a world where video meetings have become an integral part of our working lives, how you come across on calls can make or break a sales pitch or interview. The innovative FineCam Pro takes the quality of your device’s existing camera to the next level. And right now, you can grab a lifetime subscription on sale for just $49.99 (regularly $84).
App Store tax changes are coming in Brazil, Spain and some other countries. Image: Apple/Cult of Mac
Apple has announced several tax changes for the App Store that go into effect starting May 31. The new rules will affect app developers in Ghana, Lithuania, Moldova, Brazil and Spain.
In Spain and Ghana, taxes on the proceeds earned from apps and games have increased. While in Lithuania and Moldova, the VAT rate on e-books and audiobooks has gone down.
Apple's mixed-reality headset could pack seriously impressive micro OLED displays. Concept: Ahmed Chenni/Freelancer.com
Rumored specs of the micro OLED panels Apple plans to use in its upcoming VR/AR headset indicate the device could deliver ultra-realistic clarity that makes virtual worlds look real.
The headset, which could be called “Reality Pro” or “Reality One,” will use two 1.41-inch micro OLEDs with a pixel density of 4,000 PPI, according to a respected display analyst.
Dive into nostalgia with this $25 gaming console with hundreds of classic games. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Apple Arcade is great, but maybe you miss the good ol’ days — when it was just you, a can of soda and a wired controller playing your favorite game in front of the TV.
This retro-inspired game console brings back hundreds of preloaded vintage video games for you to enjoy. And you can get it for only $24.99 (regularly $27).
Apple Music Classical isn't just for iPhone users any more,. Photo: Apple
The Apple Music Classical application that debuted for iPhone in March is now available for Android, too. The service gives access to the world’s largest classical music catalog, and is designed to help users find specific recordings of great works almost instantly.
Turn up the volume on these refurbished JBL, AKG, and Infinity refurbished Headphones for up to 73% off at Harman. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
AirPods aren’t the only top-notch headphones on the market. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly pair of high-quality headphones from a brand you recognize, Harman Audio is a great option. You can score up to 73% off on factory-refurbished headphones and earbuds from JBL, Infinity, AKG and Harman Kardon in the company’s online store.
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Whether you want a pair of long-lasting Bluetooth earbuds or some comfortable on-ear headphones, Harman’s gear will give you a reliable way to listen to music and podcasts. Audiophiles and bargain hunters alike can get excited about the refurbished deals.
Grab the latest WhatsApp for iPhone release to enjoy using Companion mode. Image: Cult of Mac
You can now use your WhatsApp account on multiple devices. After rolling out Companion mode on WhatsApp for Android, the Meta-owned platform has made the feature available on iPhones.
WhatsApp initially announced Companion mode in late April 2023. But the feature was only available for Android users so far.
Your Mac is a mighty machine, but in some ways it’s got some pretty human problems. That includes getting messy and catching a bug. The occasional spring cleaning or malware scan are well and good, but what you really want is a complete toolkit that covers everything.
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Your Mac needs a checkup from the neck up, to use the technical term. Lucky for you, Intego’s premium bundles of apps for Mac are deeply discounted right now. Check out some of the helpful tools in the bundles below.
From left, Marta Michelle Caliendo, Yemi Agesin and Asmi Jain are among the 375 Swift Student Challenge winners this year. Photo: Apple
Each year alongside WWDC, Apple runs a contest for students worldwide to create great app playgrounds using Swift code. This year 375 coders won, up from the previous 350. They’ll be among WWDC23’s virtual and in-person attendees.
“We are amazed by the talent we see from the young developers who enter our Swift Student Challenge,” said Susan Prescott, Apple vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations.
“This year’s submissions demonstrated not only the next generation’s commitment to building tools that will improve our lives, but also a willingness to embrace new technologies and tools, and deploy them in original and creative ways,” she added.
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If you like your iPad mounted for use with your computer setup -- hello, Universal Control and Sidecar -- this mount can help. Photo: David Snow/Cult of Mac
If you like to mount your iPad as part of your computer setup — especially if you use Apple’s Universal Control or Sidecar — a foldable magnetic mount can be a big help. Kuxiu offers a high-quality product. It sent me one to try out.
My main impressions? Quality materials, strong magnets, good multidirectional design — and maybe I can skip going to the gym. This thing requires some muscle to move around.
Using AirPlay to wirelessly send video from an Apple device to someone else's TV will allegedly get easier. Photo: Apple/Cult of Mac
Sending video from iPhones to TVs over AirPlay will get easier in iOS 17, according to a tipster. The goal is supposedly to simplify sending video to other people’s TVs. The improvement will almost certainly be extended to iPad, too.
This is one of numerous small changes expected when iOS 17 is unveiled at WWDC23 in early June.
That's a pink AirPods case. Though the earbuds inside were still white, apparently. Photo: [email protected]
Everyone knows AirPods come only in white. If you want a set of Apple earbuds in another color, you have to turn to subsidiary Beats.
But white almost wasn’t the only case, so to speak. Apple prototyped AirPods cases in five colors to match iPhone 7 colors in 2016, according to a source who displayed some images Tuesday.
Become an incredible aerial photographer with two 4K camera drones for less than $140 this Memorial Day. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
When it comes to stepping up your photography, using a drone to capture breathtaking shots from above is a total game-changer. It doesn’t have to be expensive either: the Alpha-Z Pro 4K and Flying Fox 4K Wide-Angle Dual Camera Drones Bundle contains not one, but two stunning high-quality camera drones, and right now you can grab it on sale for just $139.97. That’s less than $70 per drone, and a savings of more than $250 off the regular price of $398.
Learn investing from the pros with this 12-course finance master class. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
There are multiple ways to make money in the stock market, and the more of them you know about, the more you can take advantage of. To that end, the Complete 2023 Stock Trading & Investing Bundle is a great investment all on its own.