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Don’t hold out for an OLED iPad Pro in 2021

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2020 iPad Pro with Apple Pencil
Apple tipsters are butting heads over whether there’ll be an iPad Pro with an OLED screen in 2021.
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Apple reportedly isn’t prepping a iPad Pro with an OLED display in 2021. This counters a report from several weeks ago that said an iPadOS tablet with the advanced screen is in development.

All iPads use traditional LEDs, but that might change in the coming year. What the new type of display will be is still up in the air, though.

Elago 3-in-1 charging hub is virtually unbreakable, a steal at $30 [Review]

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Strong, practical, and nicely priced.
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A decent all-in-one charging hub that can top-up your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously doesn’t have to break the bank. Elago’s is insanely practical, virtually unbreakable, and a steal at just $30.

It’s ideal not only for desks and bedside tables, but also those who frequently travel. It supports all iPhone and Apple Watch models, and it’s available in a number of smart and subtle color options.

Holiday gift guide: 10 amazing presents under $199

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This gift guide ranging from $15 to $199 is sure to match your budget
The gifts in this guide are sure to match your budget.
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Are you worried your last-minute gift-shopping ways might come to a poor conclusion this year? The last thing you want is for a friend or loved one to not receive their gift on time this year — or to agonize over which gift would be the perfect one for your parents or best friend. We’ve demystified the art of finding great gifts by assembling our top 10 picks below. And, with prices ranging from $15 to $199, you’ll find something that matches your budget.

Initial AirPods Max teardown reveals they’re difficult to take apart

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Teardown of AirPods Max
Replacing batteries may not be too easy.
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The new AirPods Max headphones have plenty going for them. But “easy to take apart” apparently isn’t among their positive attributes.

Our friends over at iFixit have published the first installment of their AirPods Max teardown and — while it’s too early to know for certain whether these are going to any more repairable than the significantly tinier AirPods and AirPods Pro — the early signs show that they’re not particularly easy to gain access to.

TikTok was the best-rated, most popular app of 2020

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It seems people really, really like TikTok.
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At least in some ways, TikTok has had a blinder of a year in 2020 — being one of, if not the, the most consistently popular app in the App Store on a monthly basis, as well as enjoying the best single quarter of any app ever.

According to app analytics platform Sensor Tower, it’s picked up another record, too: That of the top 10 most downloaded iOS app of the year with the highest percentage of positive reviews. It seems that people really, really like their TikTok.

Pro tip: Use AirPods with devices that don’t have Bluetooth

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Use AirPods with devices that don't have Bluetooth
A simple Bluetooth adapter is all you need.
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AirPods, like most wireless headphones, use Bluetooth to connect to your iPhone and other devices. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to enjoy them with older gadgets that don’t have Bluetooth connectivity baked-in.

With a simple and affordable Bluetooth dongle, you can use your AirPods with an old iPod, home stereo system, gym equipment, Nintendo Switch and other consoles, and more. If you’re looking for a guide on airpod max bluetooth pairing, check out this article for step-by-step instructions.

This $40 training bundle will advance you from beginner to iOS developer in 41 hours

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This bundle will help you become an expert mobile app developer
This bundle will help you become an expert mobile app developer.
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The iPhone 12 lineup accompanied what was arguably the biggest iOS update in years, and, as we all know, new features open the door for new apps. That, too, presents opportunities for aspiring app developers to make it big in the ever-expanding app market.

Float your iPad Pro above your keyboard with the amazing Moft Float [Review]

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Moft Float adds a dual-hinge stand to an iPad, giving it a huge range of viewing options.
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Moft Float adds a two-level kickstand to your iPad Pro or iPad Air, and can even lift the tablet so it seems to float over the keyboard. This combination case and stand is a truly brilliant piece of kit.

I’ve been testing this not-yet-released product, and here’s what it’s like to use every day.

iOS 14 adoption passes 80%, solidly outpacing iOS 13

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iOS 14 adoption. It’s a good thing.
Many iPhone users can’t resist the new features in iOS 14.
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Four out of five iPhones released in the past four years run iOS 14, according to Apple. That’s despite the operating system version only being available for three months. And iOS 14 adoption is well ahead of where iOS 13 was at this point last year.

Nearly as many iPad users have upgraded to iPadOS 14.