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LG reportedly gives up on iPhone display manufacturing

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LG lost out on orders for the newest iPhone SE.
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LG is reportedly ending its production of LCD displays for iPhone after posting losses of $4.5 billion over the last five years. The South Korean company is also said to be considering leaving the smartphone market.

The news comes as LG continues to suffer steep declines in smartphone shipments, with its devices now accounting for just 2% of the worldwide smartphone market, according to the latest estimates.

Create the next hit iPhone app of 2021

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This bundle is all you need to start developing iPhone apps
This bundle is all you need to start developing iPhone apps.
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Whether entertaining ourselves with streaming apps, playing addictive games or scrolling through social media, we’re all sure to be spending a lot of time on our phones in 2021. And, while you might be used to seeing the same familiar apps, what if the next hit iPhone app is the one you create?

The Learn to Create an iPhone App Bundle will take you from a complete beginner to an actual iOS app development whiz with 41 hours of SwiftUI, Google Firebase and more.

Smart Satechi stand floats your iPad over your keyboard [Review]

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The Satechi Aluminum Desktop Stand securely holds a variety of tablets, in portrait or landscape orientations.
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The redesigned Satechi Aluminum Desktop Stand transforms your iPad into a desktop computer. And it looks great doing so, holding the tablet so it seems to float over your keyboard.

I added the accessory to my office. Here’s how it works in real life.

Upgrade your workspace with this charging desk pad

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This charging desk pad is the perfect work from home upgrade
This charging desk pad is the perfect work-from-home upgrade.
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Unfortunately, it looks like we’ll be spending more time working from home this year. Is your workspace set up to help you be more productive than ever in 2021?

If you already updated to a standing desk and tweaked your workflow with some great apps, maybe you should consider upgrading the gadgets you use at your workstation. This KeySmart TaskPad Wireless Charging Desk Pad will keep your devices fully charged and ready to go while you work.

Show full URLs in Safari’s address bar on macOS [Pro tip]

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Don't let Safari cut your URLs short.
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Safari pro tips bugWe want to help you master Safari. Cult of Mac’s Safari Pro Tips series will show you how to make the most of Apple’s web browser on iOS and Mac.

Sometimes it’s handy to see complete URLs in Safari’s address bar, but they get shortened automatically for the sake of cleanliness. The good news is there is a way to prevent that from happening in macOS.

We’ll show you how in today’s Safari pro tip.

ParcSlope stand gracefully supports MacBook or iPad

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Twelve South ParcSlope is a desktop productivity stand.
ParcSlope props up either a MacBook or an iPad, making them easier to work on.
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Some stands are designed for laptops, others for tablets. The ParcSlope from Twelve South is both. The desktop accessory, announced Tuesday, elevates the back edge of either a MacBook or iPad, allowing the user to either type more easily or draw on the touchscreen.

How to avoid M1 Mac’s dreaded screensaver bug

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Fast User Switching seems to be the problem.
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A strange bug plaguing a seemingly large number of M1 Mac owners spontaneously displays a screensaver that cannot be dismissed. But there is an easy way to avoid the problem until Apple rolls out a proper fix.

We’ll show you how.

AirPods Max teardown finds mystery chips, screwy screws and impressive engineering

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iFixit AirPods Max teardown finds much to like
An AirPods Max Teardown wouldn’t be complete without an X-ray of Apple’s new over-the-ears headphones.
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iFixit took a deep dive into AirPods Max, fully disassembling Apple’s over-the-ear headphones. What they found in the teardown was a startling number of different types of screws. But also a craftsmanship that helps justify the hefty price tag.

Apple’s new Spotlight feature highlights ‘singular’ podcasters worth listening to

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New feature is all about interesting creators worth seeking out.
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A new Spotlight feature in Apple’s Podcasts app will promote “singular voices in podcasting” to help new listeners discover them. Apple plans to profile a new creator each month. The first is Celebrity Book Club podcaster, comedian and filmmaker Chelsea Devantez.

New ‘Shot on iPhone’ images showcase what’s possible with iPhone 12

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NKCHU from China took this stunning image using an iPhone 12 Pro Max.
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Whether it’s the iPhone 12 mini or the high-end iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple’s latest handsets are pretty darn great when it comes to taking photographs. To show just how good, on Tuesday Apple released a lineup of images, snapped using its latest iPhones.

From hyper-detailed close-ups to moody interiors to gorgeous landscapes, they show off just how versatile Apple’s new camera phones actually are.

Stay freshly caffeinated with this electric smart mug warmer

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This electric mug warmer uses smart technology to keep your beverage of choice at the perfect temperature.
This electric mug warmer uses tech to keep your beverage of choice at the perfect temperature.
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There are lots of ways you can be more productive at work — whether you learn focus tactics through helpful apps or use meditation as a technique to focus your mind.

But sometimes, the best way to ensure your output stays high is a classic dose of caffeination. And whether you rely on a fresh cup of joe or a steaming hot cup of your favorite tea, we all know sipping on a lukewarm mug is, well, gross. That’s where this Electric Smart Mug Warmer comes into play. You can power through deadlines and the longest work days with what feels like a constantly fresh, hot cup of your favorite beverage.

Hyundai could pass Apple Car collaboration off to Kia

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Apple's partner on the Apple Car project could be Kia.
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Hyundai’s Kia Corporation will reportedly be the company responsible for working with Apple on the electric, self-driving Apple Car project, a new report states.

As per the South Korean news outlet, eDaily, “If Kia decides to do this, the Apple Car production base will be at Kia’s Georgia plant in the US.”

Ted Lasso scores hat trick of Critics Choice nominations for Apple TV+

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Jason Sudeikis plays a clueless college football coach in the Apple TV+ comedy series
Jason Sudeikis plays a clueless college football coach in the comedy series.
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Popular Apple TV+ comedy series Ted Lasso earned three nominations in the upcoming 26th annual Critics Choice Awards.

The show, about a hapless Kansas football coach who is somehow hired to lead a U.K. soccer team, earned nods for Best Comedy Series, Best Actor in a Comedy Series (lead actor Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title role) and Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (for Hannah Waddingham, who plays club owner Rebecca in the show.)

Apple extends free repair program for faulty MacBook Pro models

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Apple's replacement program sorts out a big display flaw.
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Apple has quietly extended a free repair program covering faulty 13-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2016. The laptops in question suffer from a problem related to the display backlight.

Initially, Apple’s repair program — announced in May 2019 — covered the laptops for up to four years after they were purchased. Now Apple has extended that to five years.

Become a project-management star in 2021 with this bundle

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Project Management is one of the biggest skills in demand in business
Project management is one of the most in-demand business skills around.
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Are you looking to increase your productivity this year and boost your team’s problem-solving skills? Sure, there are courses you can take to map out your ideas in a more innovative way or helpful team-building exercises you could invest in. But at the end of the day, building out your project-management skills is what will establish a strong foundation for efficacy and profitability.

There’s no better way to help you grow those skills than with The Premium 2021 Project & Quality Management Certification Bundle.

Automatically save your Safari reading list for offline viewing [Pro tip]

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Automatically save your Safari reading list offline
Access your reading list anywhere, anytime.
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Safari pro tips bugWe want to help you master Safari. Cult of Mac’s Safari Pro Tips series will show you how to make the most of Apple’s web browser on iOS and Mac.

Need something to read on the go when you don’t have great data connectivity? Automatically save your Safari reading list to your iPhone, iPad, or Mac so that you can keep up with your favorite sites anytime, anywhere.

We’ll show you how in this Safari pro tip.

Tasty renders show 2021 iPad Pro with mystery magnetic connectors

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This might be the 2021 iPad Pro.
The basic design of 2021 iPad Pro will supposedly be much like its predecessor, but with some interesting enhancements.
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Apple will build even more magnets into the 2021 iPad Pro, according to a tipster. The same source also rendered images supposedly based on CAD drawings of the upcoming 12.9- and 11-inch versions.

Other changes rumored for Apple’s next top-tier tablet include an improved screen and optional 5G.

Court sentences Samsung heir to 2.5 years in prison

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The Samsung heir in 2016.
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Samsung’s 52-year-old heir, Lee Jae Yong, has been sentenced to 2.5 years in prison related to a bribery case. Lee was found guilty of bribery, embezzlement, and concealment of criminal proceeds worth $7.8 million.

Lee has already served some time in prison while waiting for the trial. This leaves him with 18 months still to serve. He was first arrested back in early 2017 over a political scandal linked to the then-president of South Korea, Park Geun-hye. The case has been ongoing since then, leading to Monday’s decision by the Seoul High Court.

Keep your Mac neat and tidy with this desktop-organization app

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Take the plunge and organize your Mac.
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If you’ve been looking for ways to be more productive in 2021, one of the easiest goals you can implement is getting a little bit more organized. From decluttering your desk with space-saving tools, to organizing your thoughts with helpful apps, or even going the old-fashioned route and turning back to paper and pen notes to keep yourself centered, it’s all for nothing if you go to your computer and you can’t find anything on your desktop.

MultiDock for Mac is a powerful app that helps you systemize your favorite folders, files and applications. And right now, you can get a lifetime license at a big discount.

Apple pays tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. on MLK Day

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The U.S. celebrates MLK Day on the third Monday of every January.
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Apple has commemorated Martin Luther King Jr. Day by changing up the image on its homepage to showcase a photo and quote from the legendary civil rights leader.

“True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice,” reads the quotation. To this, Apple ads,  “We honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his leadership in civil rights.”