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Need to convert PDFs on your Mac? Grab this discounted app.

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Don't wait for Prime Day to get this all-in-one PDF converter app for your Mac.
Quit pulling your hair out over PDFs. Grab this PDF converter for Macs and relax.
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PDFs may be one of the most popular file types online, but they can be a bit of a pain to deal with. If you’ve ever used an online converter site instead of a dedicated PDF app, then you’re probably well aware of that.

PDF Converter Pro is a macOS app that makes working with this ubiquitous file type easier. And lifetime licenses are on sale for $29.99 — a whopping 70% discount — during Deal Days. This event is our version of Amazon’s Prime Day, and we’re offering discounts on a curated collection of apps, gadgets, online courses and more. No coupon is needed, but the sale ends at midnight tonight.

Mythic Quest season 3 trailer sets up battle of deeply dysfunctional game companies

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'Mythic Quest' season 3 trailer sets up battle of deeply dysfunctional game companies
Charlotte Nicdao and Rob McElhenney in Mythic Quest, premiering November 11 on Apple TV+.
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Mythic Quest season three is just weeks away, and Apple TV+ ramped up fan excitement on Tuesday with a trailer for the new season. The new episodes will pit the gaming company newly formed by Ian and Poppy against David and Mythic Quest.

Watch the trailer now.

Prime Day has nothing on this Microsoft Office and finance training bundle

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Give your career a boost with this professional package that supplies Microsoft Office tools and a business education.
Build toward a more rewarding financial future with this discounted bundle,
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The job market can be daunting, but when equipped with the proper tools, there’s room to progress in your career confidently and find a professional fit. Regardless of your age or experience, new lessons and fresh insights always exist.

For those seeking the next step on their professional path, this Microsoft Office Professional 2021 and finance course bundle might help. And it’s on sale for just $39.99 (regularly $947), thanks to an exclusive Deal Days offer. Deal Days is our version of Amazon’s Prime Day. And until October 12, we’re offering discounts on popular gadgets, e-learning courses, apps and more.

Bose busts out compact, affordable new soundbar with AirPlay 2

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The new Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is only about 2 inches high.
The new Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is only about 2 inches high.
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Bose took a further step into the compact, affordable soundbar market Monday with release of its new Smart Soundbar 600. It looks set to compete in a growing pool of home-theater audio products that don’t break the bank.

Featuring Dolby Atmos, Bose “TrueSpace” and AirPlay 2 technology, the slender speaker goes for $499, Bose said.

Ask Apple promises one-on-one coding help for developers

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Ask Apple promises one-on-one coding help for developers
Ask Apple is a new series of interactive Q&As and one-on-one consultations for developers.
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Ask Apple is a new way for iPhone and Mac developers to get support and feedback. It will include interactive question-and-answer sessions and one-on-one consultations.

“If you’re a developer, you don’t want to miss out on Ask Apple,” says Greg Joswiak the company’s global head of marketing.

Get up to $290 off Roborock smart vacuums this week

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The Roborock S7+ can automatically switch from mopping floors to vacuuming carpets.
The Roborock S7+ can automatically switch from mopping floors to vacuuming carpets.
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This post on smart vacuums is brought to you by Roborock.

Hate the drudgery of vacuuming and mopping the floors in your house or apartment? You might be surprised how brilliant robot smart vacuums have become lately. They can do much of the work for you, with remarkable efficiency.

And this week you can take advantage of Roborock’s deep discounts on 10 advanced models of robot vacuum cleaners, saving you hundreds of dollars in some cases.

Joe Rogan interviews Steve Jobs in eerie, AI-generated podcast

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Joe Rogan interviews Steve Jobs in eerie AI-generated podcast
Steve Jobs (1955 – 2011) did not do a new interview with Joe Rogan. You can listen to it anyway.
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Apple co-founder Steve Jobs passed away more than 11 years ago, but that didn’t prevent him from giving a new interview with superstar podcaster Joe Rogan. In it, the co-creator of the Mac talks about the importance of Eastern mysticism, his thoughts on LSD, Google, innovation and more.

There’s just one tiny wrinkle: The entire podcast is generated by artificial intelligence. That includes Jobs’ and Rogan’s voices and their responses.

Safeguard iPhone 14 with dual-layer Laut Shield case

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Laut Shield's soft inner layer and a tough outer layer keep your iPhone 14 safe.
Laut Shield's soft inner layer and a tough outer layer keep your iPhone 14 safe.
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Anyone who recently nabbed a fancy new iPhone 14 faces the question: Do I trust the device’s built-in durability, or do I put it in a case? Your iPhone may be tough, but is it tough enough to withstand you dropping it all over the place? Most people still elect to use cases because they can add both style and protection at a low cost.

A great option for stylish handset protection in the Cult of Mac Store is the Laut Shield case, new for the iPhone 14 lineup. Its dual-layer design is highly protective and it comes in six interesting colors.

Amazon’s Prime Early Access Sale knocks $200 off M1 MacBook Air price

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MacBook Air M1 2020
The M1 MacBook Air is once again available for its lowest price ever.
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Apple’s older but still powerful M1 MacBook Air is discounted by a whopping $200 for Amazon’s Prime Early Access Sale. The laptop carries an MSRP of $999, but you can save $200 and get it for $799 after the discount.

This is among the lowest prices Apple’s M1 MacBook Air has dropped to in recent months. Despite its age, the machine promises all-day battery life and has enough power for everyday use.

Kensington’s new 11-port dock offers Macs super-fast Thunderbolt 4 connections

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Kensington's new 11-port dock offers Macs super-fast Thunderbolt 4 connections
Connect a wide array of accessories to a Mac with the Kensington SD5780T Thunderbolt 4 dock.
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The Kensington SD5780T is a desktop dock that connects to a Mac over Thunderbolt 4 at up to 40 Gbps. And it includes almost a dozen ports of various types to enable to everything from a mouse to a high-speed external drive.

The dock can also fast charge a MacBook.

Don’t wait for Prime Day Apple Watch deals. This alternative costs just $40 for a limited time.

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Get our best smartwatch in this Deal Days sale.
Keep your phone in your pocket with this smartwatch.
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Apple ups its smartwatch game every year, and the company certainly does a great job at making us feel like we need one. But if you’re not sure if an Apple Watch is right for you, you might want to consider a cheaper alternative before dropping an exorbitant sum.

If you want to dip your toes into wearables on a budget, the ChronoWatch C-Max Call Time offers useful smartwatch features at a fair price. Rated five stars in our store, it costs just $39.99 (regularly $159) through October 12 as part of our Deal Days.

During the sales event — which is our answer to Prime Day — you can visit our promotional collection to find additional discounts on gear, apps and courses, some of which you won’t find on Amazon!

Every new email trick in iOS 16 that you need to know

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Undo sending emails and schedule emails in advance.
Undo sending emails and schedule emails in advance.
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Email doesn’t often get new features. Sending an email still works basically the same as it has since the ’90s. But these days, people want modern features — like scheduling emails or undo send. In iOS 16, Apple brings a bunch of new features to the stock Mail app for the first time.

You can quickly take back an email if you forget to include an attachment, or schedule an important email way in advance. You also can get smart reminders to read email later, or alerts to send a follow-up. If you catch a typo right after sending an email, or if you want to send an invoice on a specific day and time, both features will soon be available.

Read on to see how it all works.

Use classic Mac keyboards and mice with these adapters [Review]

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Extended Keyboard II and ADB Mouse II connected to my MacBook Pro and Cinema Display
You can use classic Mac keyboards and mice with a modern machine thanks to clever adapters and apps.
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Apple’s modern keyboards are perfectly adequate but pretty unremarkable. They are anything but fun. But thanks to the wide selection of modern USB adapters from TinkerBOY, you can liven up your setup with long-lost keyboards and mice of yore.

You can use the legendary Apple Extended Keyboard II, with its unique key switches that make typing an almost ecstatic experience. You can get an adapter for the original Macintosh Mouse, for clicking and dragging like it’s 1984.

I get a fair share of products for review at Cult of Mac but none had me excitedly checking the mailbox every day like these. Read on for my experience using TinkerBOY’s keyboard and mouse adapters with a modern Mac.

iPadOS 16.1 could launch in late October

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iPadOS 16 Stage Manager
iPadOS 16 and new iPad Pros could launch later this month.
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After months of beta testing, Apple could finally release iPadOS 16.1 in the last week of October. The company delayed iPadOS 16’s launch from its usual September release timeline due to bugs and issues with Stage Manager.

This is the first time Apple did not drop a significant iPadOS build alongside a new iOS release. Historically, major updates to both OSes have launched around the same time.

Get a one-year Sam’s Club membership for just $25

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Access membership perks at Sam's Club for a fraction of the price
Streamline your grocery shopping process and stock up with help from this discounted Sam's Club membership.
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From smart technology to easy meal solutions, we’re creatures of comfort. And there’s no reason not to pursue more of it in your daily life. Help yourself to more great stuff at great prices with a Sam’s Club membership.

For a limited time, you can purchase a full year’s membership to the popular warehouse club for only $24.99 (regularly $55), potentially enabling you to find everything you need to stock up your home in a single location. This major discount is part of our Deal Days sale, which features discounts on popular items such as gadgets, e-learning courses, apps and more.

Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me trailer explores star’s troubled past

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'Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me' trailer explores star's troubled past
Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me premieres in November on Apple TV+.
Photo: Apple TV+

At first glance, Selena Gomez is a fabulously successful actress and singer. But she has had her share of troubles, including medical and mental health problems.

Upcoming Apple TV+ documentary Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me looks at her struggles to overcome these challenges. And the first trailer, released Monday by Apple, gives us a sense of what to expect.

Get the latest OS updates to fix pesky iPhone and Apple Watch bugs

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Get the latest OS updates to fix pesky iPhone and Apple Watch bugs
Install iOS 16.0.3 now to remove some irritating bugs.
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Apple released iOS 16.0.3 and watchOS 9.0.2 on Monday to remove a range of small bugs. Many of these affect the new iPhone 14 series and Apple Watch models.

Both updates are recommended for those with Apple’s latest handsets and wearables, as well as who’ve already installed iOS 16 and watchOS 9.

Apple Watch Series 8 get its very first discount

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Apple Watch 8 is great. But it's not necessarily great enough to upgrade, given its minimal improvements.
Save up to $50 on the Apple Watch Series 8.
Photo: Apple

The Apple Watch Series 8 is already available with a sweet $50 discount on Amazon. Take advantage of the offer, and you can get Apple’s latest smartwatch for as low as $349.

Apple products are rarely discounted within a month of their release. And this is the first time the Apple Watch Series 8 is seeing a discount after its launch.

Mac shipments shoot up a whopping 40%

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WWCC22: The new M2 MacBook Air comes in four colors.
The July launch of the sleek M2 MacBook Air helped surely push up Mac shipments last quarter.
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Shipments of MacBooks, iMacs and other Macs during the third quarter of 2022 grew 40.2% year-over-year.

Windows PC makers shipments all dropped in the same time period, so Apple’s share of global market for traditional computers increased substantially.

Save on this pocket-size color sensor during our answer to Prime Day

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Match up to 100,000 specific colors, anywhere and anytime, with this pocket-sized tool.
Take your artistic creativity to another level with this advanced color sensor.
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Life presents us with all sorts of colors that dazzle the eye and inspire the imagination. If you’ve got your eye out for one color in particular, matching it can prove quite challenging. But there’s no need to resort to shuffling through paint store color samples. With the Nix Mini 2, you can identify any color you spot in the real world.

This accurate color scanner is currently just $59 (regularly $99). The Nix Mini 2 is discounted thanks to our Deal Days event, which ends October 12. During this sale, you can visit our Deal Days collection to find more price drops on everything from apps to gadgets — and most don’t even require a coupon!

You won’t find a Rosetta Stone deal like this anywhere on the web

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You won’t find Rosetta Stone and this e-learning bundle for this low price anywhere else.
Learn new skills for life with this exclusive discount on Rosetta Stone and StackSkills Unlimited.
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Learning a new language is one of the greatest things you can do for your relationships, your career and even your cognitive abilities. One great way to explore these languages is with Rosetta Stone’s award-winning software.

Right now, you can get lifetime access to this language learning software, and even more online courses, for just $199.99. You won’t find this deal anywhere else online.

Not only is the mega e-learning bundle on sale during Deal Days — our version of Prime Day — but you can boost your savings further with an extra 20% off when you enter the code LEARN10NOW at checkout. That drives the price down to just $159.20.

Roller coasters set off iPhone 14 Crash Detection

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Roller coasters set off iPhone 14 Crash Detection
"This ride is so much fun it should make my iPhone call 911!"
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People are reportedly getting off roller coasters and discovering that their new iPhone 14 called 911 for them. Turns out the handsets mistook thrilling rides for a car wreck and thought their users needed emergency help. It’s an unintended result of Crash Detection, a feature added to Apple’s latest handsets.

Fortunately, there are a couple of options to use as a workaround until Apple has a better solution.

iPhone 14 Plus review: Go big or go home ★★★★

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iPhone 14 Plus review: Go big or go home★★★★
The iPhone 14 Plus offers a big, beautiful display and impressive battery life at a nice price.
Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac

The iPhone 14 Plus combines two popular phone features: larger screens and lower prices. With a 6.7-inch screen, it offers Apple’s largest display but for a lot less money than any previous model this size.

I replaced my iPhone 13 with the larger Plus. The large screen and lengthy battery life make me happy with the change, and they’re why I recommend others choose a larger iPhone, too.

Save on a 5-foot, braided USB-C to Lightning cable before Prime Day

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Save before Prime Day with this top-rated Lightning to USB-C cable, on sale today.
This USB-C to Lightning cable is loved by users, and it's on sale right now.
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With these heavy-duty braided USB-C to Lightning cables by Vibrance, you can say goodbye to fraying and fussing. And they’re on sale now, in a variety of colors beyond plain ol’ vanilla white, for just $34.99 (regularly $39).

These Vibrance Connect cables are discounted as part of our Deal Days event. It’s our version of Amazon’s Prime Day, where you can find incredible deals on popular products such as apps, subscriptions and gadgets. You’ll have to move quickly to grab this deal, though. The promotion only runs through October 12.