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This MagSafe charger will fast-charge your iPhone 12 -– and it’s on sale for 17% off

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If you have an iPhone 12 this cable is the perfect accessory
If you have an iPhone 12, this wireless charger is the perfect accessory.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

If you pride yourself on being up-to-date with the latest iPhone 12, you need to do your device justice by upgrading to the best accessories for it, too. One essential you can’t go without for optimal use is a powerful wireless charger.

Thankfully, right now this cool MagSafe Wireless Charging Cable + 20W Adapter for iPhone 12 is on sale for just $32.99 – that’s a great 17% discount off the regular price of $39.

Change Safari’s save folder to prevent lost downloads [Pro tip]

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Choose Safari download location
Don't lose your Safari downloads.
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Safari pro tips bug We 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.

How many times have you downloaded something from the internet and then had to spend way too much time trying to figure out where it was saved? It’s probably a common occurrence — especially on iOS.

But did you know that you can tell Safari exactly where to save your downloads so that you never lose them? We’ll show you how in this Safari pro tip.

Last chance: Save on gorgeous Goldenerre bands, stylish HEDock stand for Apple Watch

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Goldenerre Pyramid bracelet for Apple Watch
Get yours before the discount ends on January 15.
Photo: Goldenerre

The Cult of Mac Store’s big January sale is almost over, but there’s still a bit of time to enjoy generous discounts on some of our hottest Apple Watch accessories. Shop now to save on gorgeous bands and bracelets from Goldenerre, and a stylish aluminum charging stand from HEDock.

This handy Lightning power bank plugs right into your iPhone

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This portable charger is perfect while on the-go
This cable-free iPhone power bank is perfect when you're on the go.
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Whether you’re in the middle of a work call or catching up with an old friend, there’s nothing worse than your phone unexpectedly running out of juice. The next time you decide to hike an unknown trail or go on a longer drive than usual, you can do so with some peace of mind, thanks to the Rush Charge Max, a 3,600mAh Lightning battery charger.

Bag a bargain iPad mini 4 with LTE for under $280 today only

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iPad mini
Don't miss out!
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Want a capable iPad that’s compact enough to go everywhere with you? Check out today’s brilliant deal from Woot, which offers up refurbished iPad mini 4 units with LTE connectivity for a mere $279.

This offer is available for one day only, so enjoy it while you can!

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Learn guitar, piano or music production with one of these discounted bundles

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These music courses are the perfect way to kick off your new year productively
These music courses are the perfect way to kick off your new year productively.
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Do you remember when you decided you would use your extra time during quarantine to pick up a hobby or learn something new? Well, 10 months have passed, and we’re rolling into a new year with continuing restrictions due to COVID-19.

But don’t let that discourage you. One fun and productive hobby you can pick up is playing music. And we have some great musical training bundles that’ll help you start 2021 off right.

Enable automatic Page Zoom for easier reading in Safari [Pro tip]

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How to enable Page Zoom in Safari
Make your favorite websites easier to read.
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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.

iOS, iPadOS, and macOS allow you to increase font sizes system-wide so that everything you do is easier to see. You can do a similar thing to make your favorite websites easier to read inside Safari.

We’ll show you how to use Page Zoom in this Safari pro tip.

Charge your Apple Watch with this discounted Apple charging cable

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Get a genuine spare Apple Watch magnetic charger (with a longer cable than the original).
Save on a genuine Apple Watch magnetic charger with a longer cable.
Photo: Apple

If you’ve been making New Year’s resolutions to improve your health and well-being, or even to be more productive, you already know your Apple Watch can prove instrumental in helping you achieve your goals.

Whether you’re tracking your steps and calories burned, improving your sleep with a meditation tool, or starting to manage your time better, you also know it’s crucial to keep your Apple Watch fully powered up at all times. This authentic Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable makes juicing up your wearable completely effortless.

Apple’s pending ‘big announcement’ fuels speculation [Updated]

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There’s an Apple announcement coming January 13.
Apple is about to announce... something.
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CBS This Morning reports that Apple will make a “big announcement” on Wednesday. But what is about to be revealed remains a matter for speculation.

Unfortunately, it’s not a new product.

Update: Tim Cook announced on Wednesday a series of new Racial Equity and Justice Initiative projects, designed to fight systemic racism and advance racial equity across the U.S.

This Motorola Bluetooth speaker delivers 9 hours of sound

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The Motorola speaker is ideal for all situations
This rugged Bluetooth speaker is ideal for all situations.
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Whether you’re outside following an online workout, listening to your favorite songs or listening to podcasts while you complete errands around the house, it’s nice to be accompanied by sound that you don’t have to stream through a set of headphones.

This Motorola Sonic Sub 530 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker is an ideal all-purpose portable speaker. It’s durable enough to withstand some activity outdoors, and delivers sound powerful enough to fill up any room.

Close old tabs automatically to keep Safari clean [Pro tip]

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Automatically close old tabs in Safari
Let Safari take care of clearing old tabs.
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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.

Are you an unwitting Safari tab hoarder? It’s easy to forget to close old tabs you no longer need — especially on iPhone, where the dozens of open tabs you’ve forgotten about aren’t always visible. But did you know that Safari can clear all your old tabs automatically after a certain period of time?

Find out how to set up automatic tab clearing in this Safari pro tip.

Ensure your online security in 2021 with this powerful VPN

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Protect yourself online with YoData VPN
Stay safe online with a lifetime deal on YoData VPN.
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It’s looking like we’re (still) going to be spending a lot of time at home in 2021 — which means we’ll be spending a lot of time online. While it’s not necessarily a bad thing to be connected to the internet, if you’re not taking all the necessary safeguards to protect your data while you browse, you could be vulnerable to a number of risks, including identity theft.

If you rely on the internet for everything from remote work to entertainment, it’s smart to consider utilizing this lifetime subscription to YoData VPN.

You need these essential iPhone accessories — plus an unlocked iPhone 11 Pro

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Grab one or more of these accessories to unlock your iPhone's potential.
Grab one or more of these accessories to unlock your iPhone's potential.
Photos: Apple

If you’re the proud owner of an iPhone, you know part of the fun is finding the perfect accessories to help you enjoy your device even more. From a tracking gimbal to help you capture professional-looking content, to the handiest magnetic wireless charger, you’ll love these accessories that personalize the way you use your iPhone.

And, if you’re in need of an upgrade but don’t want to pay top dollar, we’ll kick off this roundup with an offer just for you: A hot deal on an unlocked iPhone 11 Pro.

Ditch Google for another search engine inside Safari [Pro tip]

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Change default search engine in Safari
Bing, DuckDuckGo, and others are available.
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Safari pro tips bug We 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.

Google has long been the default search engine inside Safari, but it’s not your only option. With a simple settings change, you can find what you’re looking for with Yahoo, Bing, DuckDuckGo or Ecosia instead.

Find out how in this Safari pro tip.

Make your FaceTime calls look like a million bucks with this $27 lighting rig

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Brighten your face during video calls with U-Stream
Avoid the Zoom of doom! Brighten your face during video calls with U-Stream.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

It’s 2021, which means many of us have been working remotely for nearly a full year. With the dawn of a new year, you might also be thinking about sprucing up your home office.

There are plenty of ways to do this. Upgrading to a larger monitor can boost your productivity. Alternatively, you can upgrade peripherals like your mouse, keyboard and headphones to make your daily experience more enjoyable.

But if you’re looking for an easy, affordable upgrade that makes you look good on those unavoidable FaceTime or Zoom calls, this $26.99 lighting prop by Aduro is a worthwhile addition.

Servant serves up second helping of high-key lunacy [Apple TV+ review]

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Apple TV+ show Servant returns Jan. 15 for a wonderfully mean second season.
Servant returns this Friday for a wonderfully mean second season.
Photo: Apple TV+

Servant, the brainchild of producer/director M. Night Shyamalan and writer Tony Basgallop, is back for more perversity, more cultish derangement, and more exquisitely photographed food.

The sleeper Apple TV+ hit comes roaring back for a well-deserved victory lap this Friday. And in this second season, everyone from the characters to the directors seems to know it’s time to take off the gloves.

Minix 4-port portable charger can power all your gear [Review]

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Minix Neo P2 review
The Minix Neo P2 can charge any MacBook at full speed. Or power up four devices at once.
Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac

There are so many electronic devices scattered around our homes and offices that a multi-port charger makes sense. The Minix Neo P2 can share up to 100 watts of power with a MacBook, iPad, iPhone and Apple Watch all at the same time. Or it can charge your Mac at full power. Plus, the wall adapter is portable and can be used in power sockets around the world.

I used the accessory as my primacy charger for weeks to keep almost all my devices going. Here’s how it stood up in the real world.

Save on groceries, Apple gear and more with this discount Sam’s Club membership

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Enjoy premium products at a discount with this Sam's Club membership
Enjoy premium products at a discount with a Sam's Club membership.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

Grocery shopping and buying other necessities can feel like a real hassle these days. From limited supplies at some stores to the hassle of traveling from one spot to the other and standing in long lines, what used to be a simple task can now take all day.

And, since it’s impossible to avoid real-world responsibilities (and because there’s only so long you can eat instant noodles), you might as well make grocery shopping a one-stop stop. That’s where this discounted Sam’s Club membership comes in handy.

Is this the future of Macs? [Cult of Mac Magazine 383]

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This augmented-reality Mac concept goes full Minority Report.
This augmented-reality Mac concept goes full Minority Report.
Cover: Leander Kahney/Cult of Mac

An augmented reality Mac powered by Apple glasses offers a glimpse of what computing might look like in the future.

Yes, it’s just a concept. But man, is it gorgeously detailed. We talked with concept designer Dominik Hofacker about his fascinating concept, and you can read all about it in this week’s free issue of Cult of Mac Magazine. Download it now to read on your iOS device, or get the links below.

We’ve also got the latest news and rumors on the the long-rumored Apple Car and AirTags (not to mention those Apple AR glasses that Hofacker is talking about). Plus, we’ve got how-tos and reviews (including a second take on AirPods Max and a look at the second anachronistic season of Dickinson on Apple TV+).

Turn your bedroom into a mini galaxy with this projector

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The Sky Lite Laser Galaxy Projector is a great gift for stargazers
This makes a great gift for stargazers.
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The night sky is one of the most beautiful natural visuals anywhere. Unfortunately, if weather is restrictive this winter, or you just don’t have access to a telescope, it can be difficult to enjoy looking at the stars and planets the way you’d like to.

Whether you consider yourself a stargazer or just happen to know someone who loves space, this Sky Lite Laser Galaxy Projector can transform your home into a magical space getaway, projecting stars and a blue nebula cloud across the walls and ceiling of any room.

Get this top-rated PDF editor for Mac at 33% off

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Edit PDFs easily with this smart software
Edit PDFs easily with this smart software.
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One of the best ways you can upgrade your Mac and your professional work setup is by investing in a solid PDF reader and editor. Because, while they may be super-popular, PDFs are not the easiest file type to work with. Thankfully, the top-rated PDF Reader Pro for Mac makes it simpler than ever. And right now, it’s on sale for just $39.99, which is 33% off the regular price of $59.