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Mythic Quest hunts for a mouse, strikes a nerve [Apple TV+ recap] ★★★★★

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Mythic Quest recap: Sometimes a mouse is most definitely not just a mouse.★★★★★
Sometimes a mouse is most definitely not just a mouse.
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TV+ ReviewThere’s a rat at the office on this week’s episode of Mythic Quest — and for once it’s not one of the employees. David sees a rodent and makes it Jo and Brad’s problem, which they immediately take too seriously.

Meanwhile, Poppy and Ian are having spatial issues, but those are a mask for something larger eating away at their partnership. And, as usual, Dana is caught in the middle.

A typically funny episode of the Apple TV+ workplace comedy, entitled “To Catch a Mouse,” becomes shockingly tense in its final minutes.

The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse is a perfect gift for the holidays [Apple TV+ review] ★★★★★

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The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse review on Apple TV+: This animated short film hits all the right notes.★★★★★
This animated short film hits all the right notes.
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TV+ ReviewThe Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, a half-hour animated short based on the book by Charlie Mackesy, is a heartfelt and splendidly drawn detour into melancholy holiday cheer.

Beautifully drawn, sensitively acted by an all-star voice cast, and written to carefully corral the emotions of viewers young and old, this one is quite the Christmas miracle. Premiering December 25 on Apple TV+, it’s one of the best animated films the streaming service has yet produced.

YouTube scores NFL Sunday Ticket rights after Apple punts

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NFL could pass Sunday football games to Apple TV+
Nope, not gonna happen.
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Apple’s year-long effort to broadcast pro football games on Sunday nights has come to an end. The Mac-maker was reportedly in negotiations for the rights to NFL Sunday Ticket, but was outbid by Google’s YouTube TV instead.

Apple TV+ will continue to boast high-profile sports, but its roster won’t include NFL games.

Apple store rewards procrastinators with free two-hour deliveries

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The Apple store will deliver select products in two hours in large metropolitan areas.
Need a gift quickly? The Apple store has you covered.
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It’s almost Christmas, while Hanukkah is already in full swing, and the Apple store is helping last-minute shoppers with free two-hour delivery of some items.

You can literally order something on Christmas Eve and have it under the tree before Santa arrives, at no charge.

Apple removes new Home architecture upgrade option in iOS 16.2

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iOS 16.2 bring in a new Home architecture upgrade option.
Thank your stars if you did not upgrade the Home app's architecture in iOS 16.2.
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With iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, and macOS Ventura 13.1, Apple introduced a new architecture for the Home app. Following issues reported by early adopters, the company has pulled the upgrade option altogether.

The new Home app architecture promises improved performance and reliability. It was an opt-in upgrade, with users getting the option when they opened the Home app after installing iOS 16.2.

Comcast finally adds AirPlay support to Xfinity Stream iPhone app

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Comcast finally adds AirPlay support to Xfinity Stream iPhone app
The Xfinity Stream app can now wirelessly send video over AirPlay.
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Comcast customers can now wirelessly send cable channels to any TV over AirPlay. The Xfinity Stream application has been updated with Apple’s streaming video tech.

The app already supported Chromecast, but this latest addition is a better fit for iPhone and Mac users.

Apple do-it-yourself repair program adds Mac desktops

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If you want to tear into your 2020 iMac, Apple will show you how.
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Apple’s Self Service Repair program now includes Mac desktops. That means those who want to fix their recent iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, etc. have access to repair manuals and genuine Apple parts and tools. Plus, info and tools for the most-recent Apple monitor are also available.

The program already included some MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models, as well as recent iPhones.

Apple TV app could be on the way to Android

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Apple TV app could be on the way to Android
Android users may soon have an Apple TV application.
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Android users could soon find it easier to watch Apple TV+ shows and films. A reliable tipster says an Android version of the Apple TV application is in development.

It would be a win-win for both Android and Apple.

Clear Mkeke MagSafe cases protect and showcase iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max

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Mkeke's clear magnetic cases protect and show off iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max.
Mkeke's clear magnetic cases protect and show off iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max.
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What’s better than a clear case that shows off the sleek beauty of your iPhone 14 Pro or Pro Max while protecting it from every bump, scrape and drop? That’s an easy question to answer — what’s even better is the same clear case with MagSafe technology.

Powerful magnets in Mkeke’s affordable and super-protective clear bumper cases for iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max make charging up the handsets fast and easy with any MagSafe or Qi charger. And they look good while doing it, too.

Apple may have dropped out of fight for NFL Sunday Ticket

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It seems the new NFL Plus streaming service could go to the bidder who wins NFL Sunday Ticket.
No NFL games for you, Apple TV+.
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Apple’s efforts to broadcast pro football games on Sunday nights reportedly have come to an end. The Mac-maker has pulled out of negotiations with the NFL.

Apple TV+ will continue to boast high-profile sports. But apparently its roster won’t include the NFL Sunday Ticket.