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Creeps could use AirTags to stalk people with ‘frightening’ ease

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Stalkers won‘t be able to track victims via hidden AirTags
The dangers of location-tracking.
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It it “frighteningly easy” to use Apple’s location-tracking AirTag to stalk somebody, a new report suggests.

While Apple says it’s been careful to incorporate anti-stalking measures to stop the AirTags from being used in this way, a Washington Post columnist says Apple’s countermeasures are not effective.

Servant is longlisted for ‘Best Drama’ TV Choice award

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Servant is up for Best Drama award.
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Apple TV+ show Servant is one of the longlist nominees for Best Drama Series at the 2021 TV Choice Awards, Apple has revealed.

While it’s great to see Apple TV+ rack up another award nomination, it’s important to note that the longlist is, well, very long: Servant is one of more than 50 shows up for the award. A spokesperson told Cult of Mac that the shortlist will be announced in June.

More Australian retailers stop selling AirTags over safety concerns

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AirTags are causing concerns over their safety.
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More retailers in Australia are reportedly removing Apple’s location-tracking AirTags from their shelves. This relates to concerns that the trackers’ tiny button batteries could be swallowed by small children.

Earlier this week, office supplier retail giant Officeworks suspended sales of the AirTag. Now other Australian retailers — including JB Hi-Fi and Big W — have seemingly followed suit.

Print a variety of useful AirTag holders with these free 3D models

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Print a variety of useful AirTag holders with these free 3D models
Don’t buy when you can 3D print an AirTag holder. Like this bike mount.
Photo: Marshall Farthing

It’s not necessary to buy an accessory to attach an Apple AirTag to your keys, bike or dog’s collar if you own a 3D printer. There are tons of CAD files with options to connect the recently released item tracker to various objects. And all of them are free to use.

Study: Night Shift makes no difference to a good night’s rest

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The Night Shift mode on Apple products may not be worth the hype. Using dim, cooler lights in the evening may be more beneficial to our sleep and health.
The Night Shift mode on Apple products may not live up to the hype.
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The iOS and macOS feature that changes display color temperature to reduce blue light so as to promote good sleep might not work quite as well as hoped.

A new study by Brigham Young University suggests that the Night Shift feature, introduced in 2016, doesn’t make any noticeable difference to sleep patterns.

Crash Bandicoot: On the Run gets its first big update on iOS

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Crash Bandicoot: On the Run
Crash keeps on running.
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Back in the day, it took more than a year — from September 1996 to October 1997 — for fans of Crash Bandicoot to get a second dose of action with the game’s sequel.

Jump forward to 2021 and fans of Crash Bandicoot: On the Run who have completed the game, launched on iOS in March, can already get a second fix of Crash action courtesy of the title’s first big update.

Enjoy major savings on iPad mini and iPad Pro refurbs

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10.5-inch iPad Pro Smart Cover
Don't miss out!
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Woot’s latest sale on iPad refurbs gives you the chance to bag a new slate for as little as $194.99. Various models are on offer, from iPad mini to iPad Pro.

Get yours before they’re all gone!

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