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A whopping 80% of the world’s bestselling handsets are iPhones

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Apple California Streaming event: iPhone 13 comes in an array of five colors.
iPhone 13 was the best-selling smartphone in the world in 2022.
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iPhone captured eight spots in the list of top 10 bestselling smartphones for 2022, according to a market-research firm. In fact, Apple makes the three most popular models.

But Samsung’s flagship Android device surely lands at least one spot in the top 10, right? Nope.

Power up 2 gadgets with Anker’s tiny new Nano 3

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A tiny charger that can push 20W+ to two devices is pretty potent.
A tiny charger that can push 20W+ to two devices is pretty potent.
Photo: Anker

Anker introduced a new potent-but-weenie little GaN charger to it lineup Wednesday, the Anker 47W Nano 3. It packs more power than the company’s 30W Nano chargers, adds a most-welcome second USB-C port and comes in three colors.

And it also comes with a 15% off launch discount — $34 instead of the regular $40, a savings of $6.

Slim stand elevates MacBook or iPad to 4 comfy positions

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Three different elevations help you type with or without an external keyboard.
Three different elevations help you type with or without an external keyboard.
Photo: Function 101

If you have a compact, portable stand, you can turn your MacBook or iPad into a proper workstation almost anywhere. Function101 offers the Elevate stand, now on sale in the Cult of Mac Store.

It folds flat to store or carry and folds out to four positions more maximum typing comfort, with or without an external keyboard.

Here’s how you put together a tight triple-display rig [Setups]

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Mounted devices make for a space-saving triple-display setup.
Mounted devices make for a space-saving triple-display setup.
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The sometimes-overlooked heroes of computer setups are stands and mounts. They make a big difference. They free-up space on the desk. They bring screens to eye level for better ergonomics. And they can even help turn a one-display setup into a three-display workstation, as they do in today’s featured MacBook Pro and iPad mini rig.

The user relies on one main external monitor — a Studio Display — but raising the MacBook and the iPad up to eye level and using Universal Control gives him three prominent screens. And that’s without having to buy and make room for multiple external monitors.

Here’s your chance to pass out in the Ted Lasso pub

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Stay overnight in The Crown & Anchor from
Stay overnight in The Crown & Anchor from "Ted Lasso" for $13? Sign us up.
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Who doesn’t love a quaint pub, especially if it’s the 100% real one in greater London where many scenes from the hit Apple TV+ comedy Ted Lasso are shot?

Believe it or not, if you’re quick about it and quite lucky indeed, you can actually sleep in Richmond’s Crown & Anchor (known as The Prince’s Head in real life) for just $13 per night, thanks to Airbnb — and we don’t mean nodding off in a pool of Guinness.

iOS 16.4 beta 3: All the new features and changes

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New emoji will arrive in iOS 16.4 and macOS Ventura 13.3
iOS 16.4 beta packs plenty of new features and changes.
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A week after the second iOS 16.4 beta dropped, Apple seeded the third build to developers. Unlike the first and second build, the third beta is light on changes.

You can find everything new in iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 beta 3 below. There’s also an archive of the new features spotted in beta 1 and 2.

Charge up your Apple products with this discounted 3-in-1 cable, now only $17.99

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Fulfill your Apple products' charging needs with this discounted do-it-all charger, now only $17.99.
For just $17.99, you can score a versatile cable for charging your Apple Watch, iPhone and AirPods.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

Using your favorite Apple products is a great thing until their batteries start running low. Rather than juggling several cords or searching for an area where you can power up various devices at the same time, streamline the charging process by taking advantage of this special deal.

You can pick up a three-in-one USB-C charging cable that’s compatible with your Apple Watch, iPhone and AirPods for only $17.99 (regularly $34). Cut the cost in half for a product that provides upgraded efficiency for your everyday technological needs.

Play the world’s finest courses with a state-of-the-art golf simulator

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Celebrate the upcoming Masters with this state-of-the-art golf simulator, now on sale for $199.99.
Golfing like you're at the Masters has never been easier than with the TruGolf Mini golf simulator, now on sale for just $199.99.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

The upcoming Masters Tournament is a lot of things: a nail-biting chance to watch the world’s best golfers at the top of their game, a love letter to one of the finest courses in the United States, and perhaps the most exciting event of the year for golf lovers.

It can also be a huge source of inspiration to get out and hit the green yourself. And that can be a real bummer if the weather is still bad where you live. Luckily, at-home golf simulation technology has come a long way. Case in point: the TruGolf Mini.

Schmigadoon! season 2 trailer visits sexy musicals of the ’60s and ’70s

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After the lighthearted musicals of 'Schmigadoon!' season 1, fans will need to adjust for darker and sexier fare in season 2.
Schmigadoon! season 2 won't be quite like season 1.
Photo: Apple TV+

After the lighthearted musicals of the first season of Schmigadoon!, fans of the Apple TV+ series will need to adjust for darker and sexier fare in season two. The first trailer shows the upcoming episodes will be set in a new town, where everyone lives in a musical from the 1960s or 1970s.

Watch the just-released Schmigadoon! season two trailer to see what’s coming to Apple TV+ in April.

Sorry, HomePod! Sonos speakers add Apple Music’s spatial audio.

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The new Sonos Era 300 features a new look and support for Apple Music's spatial audio.
The new Sonos Era 300 features a new look and support for Apple Music's spatial audio.
Photo: Sonos

Alongside the release of its new Era 300 and Era 100 speakers, Sonos said Tuesday it will “add support for spatial audio on Apple Music in what will be a significant expansion of its next-gen sound experience offerings.”

The company said customers can access spatial audio on Apple Music via the Era 300 and two older Sonos speaker systems starting in three weeks — Tuesday, March 28 (the new speakers’ shipping date).

Keep your AirPods 3 safe in this rugged carabiner case cover from SwitchEasy [Review] ★★★★

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SwitchEasy Odyssey Rugged Utility Protective AirPod 3 Case review★★★★
Protect your AirPods 3 charging case with this rugged case cover from SwitchEasy.
Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac

The SwitchEasy Odyssey Rugged Utility Protective Case shields your AirPods 3 from scratches and helps prevent accidental loss. Surprisingly, it does not interfere with wireless charging.

I’ve carried the case cover on multiple vacations. It stood up to the real world very well. And the product is currently on sale at 20% off.

Cool clear case keeps AirPods Max safe and looking new

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Want your AirPods Max headphones to keep looking like they did the day you bought them? Try Elago's clear case.
Want your AirPods Max headphones to keep looking like they did the day you bought them? Try Elago's clear case.
Photo: Elago

Apple’s AirPods Max are premium wireless noise-cancelling headphones, and they don’t come cheap ($549). So shouldn’t you protect those top-shelf cans like you protect your other Apple gear?

Fortunately, Elago makes a clear case that’ll keep your headphones looking new. And unlike other cases, you can keep them on the headphones all the time, even when you’re wearing them. And they’re inexpensive, too.

New multicolored Hermès Apple Watch band is $599 of unicorn vomit

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The new Hermes Casaque line of Apple Watch bands is inspired by
The new Hermes Casaque line of Apple Watch bands is inspired by "bold jerseys worn by horse jockeys."
Photo: Apple

Apple introduced a veritable rainbow of new hues for Apple Watch bands Tuesday — including the new Hermès Casaque multicolor bands inspired by “bold jerseys worn by horse jockeys,” Apple said.

The top Casaque band, a double-strapped leather number with four colors in it, costs $599. And that’s with no watch included. But at least you get a borderline-hideous Apple Watch band.

Fortunately, new spring colors are also available for several styles of reasonably priced bands like the Solo Loop and Sport Band.

How to choose a desktop computer

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A gaming PC keyboard with colorful RGB lighting sits in front of a computer monitor in a darkened room.
PCs come in all shapes, sizes and configurations, offering plenty of options for customization.
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At a time when mobility is so highly valued, desktop computers somewhat surprisingly have not decreased in popularity at all. If you are searching for the best desktop PCs check out, what features should you consider while looking for the best equipment?

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While most Cult of Mac readers probably have a soft spot in their hearts for Apple computers, in certain scenarios a Windows PC can make more sense (and might cost less). Read this buying guide for tips on choosing a desktop computer.

iPhone 14’s Emergency SOS via satellite service expands to 6 more countries

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Apple launches free Emergency SOS via satellite on all iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 models
iPhone 14 users will soon be able to get emergency help via satellite in ten European countries.
Photo: Apple/Cult of Mac

Half a dozen additional European countries will soon gain access to the iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via satellite feature. It was already available in six countries around the world.

It allows users away from cellular networks to reach out for help from almost anywhere … as long as the local emergency services are prepared for the satellite service.

Apple launches yellow iPhone 14 and 14 Plus, plus new case colors

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iPhone 14 lineup colors: You can't miss the yellow one on the right. The others are midnight, starlight, Product (Red), blue and purple.
You can't miss the yellow one on the right. The others are midnight, starlight, Product(Red), blue and purple.
Photo: Apple

Apple rolled out yellow versions of its iPhone 14 and 14 Plus handsets Tuesday as part of a typical midcycle refresh. The new color joins midnight, starlight, Product(Red), blue and purple in the lineup. Apple made four new silicone case colors available, too.

You can preorder the new yellow iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus as of Friday. The new phones arrive in stores on March 14, Apple said. The cases are available now.

Save on golf and grub with this hole-in-one bundle

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Celebrate the Masters with big savings on green fees and score a $50 gift card for dining with this bundle.
Save at thousands of golf courses and restaurants nationwide for just $44.99.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

Whether you’re a golf novice or certifiably golf-obsessed, you probably already know that the Masters is fast approaching. While this article can’t get you a place in the crowd for one of the world’s most high-profile sports events, it can get you something arguably better (for your wallet, at least): a year of incredible discounts on green fees at golf courses worldwide and savings on your post-game meal at thousands of restaurants, all for only $44.99 until March 15.

Yellow iPhone 14’s launch is ‘imminent’ [Updated]

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Yellow iPhone 14 might be right around the corner
Do you think the iPhone 14 will look cool in yellow?
Concept: Apple/Cult of Mac

Apple could launch the yellow iPhone 14 sooner than you think. This won’t be the first time Apple has announced a mid-cycle color refresh for its iPhone lineup.

Alongside the new color, Apple should launch its spring collection of iPhone 14 cases and watch bands.

Update: As predicted, a new yellow iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus joined Apple’s lineup on Tuesday. 

Apple tipsters can’t agree on 15-inch MacBook Air release window

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15-inch MacBook Air rumor
A 15-inch MacBook Air has been the topic of many leaks.
Photo: Apple/Cult of Mac

Multiple sources concur that the first ever 15-inch MacBook Air will launch in the coming months. What they don’t agree on is exactly what month that will be.

One very reliable source says the largest MacBook Air ever will be out in April, but an equally reliable one says it might not debut until summer.

tvOS 16.3.3 fixes pesky remote bug on latest Apple TV 4K

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Apple TV 4K with Siri Remote
The Siri Remote should once again communicate with your 2022 Apple TV 4K.
Photo: Apple/Cult of Mac

Apple released tvOS 16.3.3 on Monday, but it makes only a single change: it fixes a connection bug that’s caused problems with the Siri Remote since the latest Apple TV 4K version debuted in late 2022.

The update is available only for that model. Users of other versions shouldn’t waste time looking for it.

Microsoft makes Outlook for Mac free for everyone

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Microsoft makes Outlook for Mac free for everyone
A subscription is no longer required to use Microsoft's Outlook for Mac.
Photo: Microsoft

Microsoft no longer charges for Outlook for Mac. It’s free to use, no subscription fee required.

The macOS app can be used with a variety of email account types, including iCloud and Gmail. And the software handles both email and calendar.