An apparent “iPad mini 5” case corroborates rumors that this year’s much-anticipated refresh won’t bring a spectacular new design to Apple’s smallest tablet.
The case also dashes hopes that the new device will pick up an LED camera flash, a Smart Connector, and four stereo speakers. But is it genuine?
Apple’s iPad lineup is about to get more crowded and confusing than ever in 2019.
With the company’s big March 25 event looming on the horizon, a new rumor claims Apple is planning to release not one but two iPads with a 10-inch screen this year that won’t fall under the “iPad Pro” brand.
The Apple TV service will reportedly have movies and shows from other big-name companies. Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac
Apple has created numerous shows for its streaming TV service, but is reportedly also negotiating deals to bring in content from other sources, including HBO and Showtime.
This should help the Apple TV service compete against established rivals, especially Netflix.
Here's one man's tip on using the iPhone. Photo: New South Wales police
The iPhone has made news for stopping bullets. A man in Australia discovered his iPhone was durable enough to stop an arrow aimed at his head.
The man was under attack in his driveway by an acquaintance with a bow and arrow in the town of Nimbin in New South Wales. The victim raised his iPhone to get a picture of his attacker when an arrow struck and penetrated the handset.
Spotify is adding 2x as many monthly subscribers as Apple Music Photo: Spotify
Spotify has filed a legal complaint against Apple for what it believes is anti-competitive behavior.
The music streaming service, like many others, has an issue with the 30 percent cut Apple charges on App Store revenue. Spotify says Apple makes it very difficult to avoid the fee, which makes some services more expensive.
Find the perfect leather Apple Watch band for your budget without compromising style or quality. Photo: Strapa
High-quality leather is a universal way to look and feel classy, timeless and powerful. Deck out your beloved Apple Watch in something it deserves, regardless of price point. Whether you’re buying on a budget or searching for the perfect splurge, your internet scouring ends here.
Check out our watch store guide to finding the perfect leather Apple Watch band for your budget.
Spark, the popular email client from Readdle, now lets you turn messages into tasks and delegate them to your colleagues.
The feature is available inside the latest Spark update on Mac and iOS. Readdle says it will be particularly useful for CEOs, managers, and team leaders who need to pass on communications and keep track of their progress.
It will be easier to access Apple's coding courses in Southeast Asia. Photo: Apple
Apple this week confirmed the expansion of coding initiatives in Southeast Asia.
The company is opening a second Apple Developer Academy in Surabaya, Indonesia, to help aspiring developers. It also plans to expand its App Development with Swift curriculum at partner schools in Singapore.
News readers gather all the latest stories from your favorite sites in one place. Photo: CocoaCake
How do you read the news? If you do it on Twitter, you’ll be used to missing things as they fly past on your ever-updating timeline. If you read the news on Facebook, you’re being fed articles picked according to Facebook’s own agendas. And if you read the news on regular websites, you spend forever visiting sites just to see if there’s been an update.
If only there was a better way. If only you could open an app and see, at a glance, all the new stories from your favorite websites. Wouldn’t that be something?
The good news is, there are many apps, and many services, that exist to bring you the updates to your favorite sites. They work like Google Reader used to — only way better.
And you could just be sitting on a small fortune. Cult of Mac typically pays more for your old Apple devices than other trade-in services — and we won’t leave you waiting ages for your cash. Get a quote today and find out how much your old Mac is really worth.
No, not that kind of wave. Photo: Charlie Sorrel/Cult of Mac
If you ever wanted to do any of the following …
Chop up music.
Remove the start or end of an audio track.
Extract the audio from a video.
Convert an MP3 (or any other music file) to some other music file format.
Pretty much anything else.
… then you should grab TwistedWave this second. It’s an essential app for working with audio on the iPhone and iPad. And it’s also really, really quick and easy to use.
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019 was designed specifically for macOS. Photo: Corel
You have to be of certain age to remember a Mac version of CorelDRAW, but its developer just returned this graphics suite to Apple desktops and laptops.
Corel commits itself to “world-class vector graphics software, professional photo editing, unsurpassed output capabilities, and AI-powered drawing tools.”
Apple News is about to get magazines too. Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac
Apple News’ magazine subscription service looks like it will be available on iOS and macOS when it’s unveiled later this month.
After digging into the latest macOS 10.14.4 beta, developer Steve Troughton-Smith found some new references that confirm the magazine subscription service is on the way. Even better, Apple’s code provides some new details about it that we didn’t know.
Apple Music doesn't look so good right now. Photo: Spotify
Spotify is giving users an even greater incentive to upgrade to its paid Premium plan. Those who pay $9.99 a month for the service can now enjoy access to Hulu — on top of tens of millions of music tracks.
There’s broad support for an updated version of the small, inexpensive iPhone SE. Photo: Sam Mills/Cult of Mac
After Cult of Mac published an editorial recommending an iPhone SE 2, many readers chimed in with support.
The editorial argued that Apple’s success in emerging markets requires a small, inexpensive iOS handset, but quite a few of the comments gave reasons why this model should be released in the U.S. and Europe.
Transform your Apple Watch into a classic vintage pocket watch without compromising accessibility or function. Photo: Bucardo
Bucardo is back on our radar with some seriously impressive designs and discounts for Apple Watch.
It’s nothing new in the world of fashion to recycle and resurrect the trends from our parents’ and even grandparents’ generations.
However, bygone era or not, some of these trends stick with us forever. Enter Bucardo’s pocket watch collection. Both playful and elegant, these designs strike nostalgia in our hearts.
Save huge and snag one of these exceptionally unique timepieces from our Watch Store today.
Bag yours before they're all gone. Photo: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac
Apple suppliers have taken a hit in revenue during early 2019 as a result of falling iPhone shipments. Analysts don’t expect a turnaround anytime soon with Apple’s smartphone still struggling to catch a break in China.
Get a second phone number for your Craigslist deals, Tinder dates, and other times when you prefer a little privacy. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Even in the age of social media, our phones are one of the easiest ways for uninvited or unwanted contact. Privacy is hard to come by these days, so imagine being able to give your craigslist seller or Tinder date a phone number other than your real one. Or just having a dedicated line for work.
Do you suffer from breathing disturbances during the night? Photo: Withings
Do you feel tired every day, despite getting plenty of sleep at night? You may be suffering from sleep apnea, a disorder that affects 22 million people in the U.S. — most of whom have no idea they have it. But Withings hopes to change that.
The company’s popular sleep tracking mat now detects breathing disturbances, a symptom of sleep apnea. It also offers educational content to help you recognize the signs of the condition.
Have a blast in the Baller today. Photo: Epic Games
Epic Games is now rolling out its biggest Fortnite update yet for season eight. The version 8.10 release brings a brand new vehicle that looks like a blast, and big changes for Battle Royale across all platforms.
The Gamevice is good, but not great. Photo: Killian Bell/Cult of Mac
Mobile gaming has never been better, but you’re missing out if you’re playing the latest titles with touch controls. A good controller is a worthwhile purchase, but should you spend $75 on the Gamevice?
It looks great, boasts the best design of any iPhone controller, and never needs charging. It also works with almost any iPhone. The only problem? It disappoints where it matters most.
Get in the zone with these sweatproof earphones from TaoTronic. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
If you work out to music or podcasts, you’ve undoubtedly run up against earbuds that just won’t *%$#!@ stay in your ears. As cool as AirPods are, just try to keep those things wedged securely in your ear canals while jogging, lifting or basically doing any serious exertion.