Instead of searching for new Mac apps, why not spring for a subscription that gives you instant access to more than 240 of them? Setapp is a collection of more than 240 apps for basic tasks like finances, creativity and more.
Normally, a one-year subscription would cost $119. But right now, you can get it for just $84.99.
Apple launched in mid July a trio of Rapid Security Responses to fix urgent security problems in iOS 16.5.1, macOS Ventura 13.4.1 and iPadOS 16.5.1. It was then forced to withdraw them, but they have since been debugged and re-released.
These are the latest entries in a relatively new system created to quickly fix security holes without requiring a full OS update.
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Apple TV+ comedy Platonic closes its hilarious first season this week with a sentimental look at the way two people have to understand the limits of their relationship.
Sylvia and her husband Charlie find a new home that seems to signal the end of their recent troubles. But will there be a place for Will in this new version of their life? The answer probably won’t shock you, but it’s basically moving anyway.
Upgrading your computer can be costly, even if you’re just using an emulator app to throw Windows onto your MacBook. Those OS keys usually don’t come cheap, but there’s actually a way to get Windows 11 Pro and more for a one-time payment.
Deal Days is Cult of Mac Deals’ version of Prime Day, and it’s an exclusive chance to get Windows 11 Pro, Microsoft Office 2021 and 1TB of cloud storage — all for just $79.97. This deal only runs through July 14.
Apple just gave the general public access to the latest iOS 17 beta, but before you put it on your iPhone, the Cult of Mac staff has some warnings. We’ve used the betas for weeks, and while it’s gone well for some people, it’s been a dumpster fire for others.
Public betas for macOS Sonoma and iPadOS 17 are also available, and we also have comments for anyone thinking of putting those on their Mac or iPad.
Juuk’s Qrono band for Apple Watch offers everything you could want from a metal bracelet without the nasty drawbacks. It looks terrific but won’t weigh you down. And, like all Juuk bands, it’s built to last.
Here’s why the Qrono is the only metal band I’ll wear with my Apple Watch.
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High-flying Apple TV+ thriller Hijack deals with a new threat this week even as the last one is still being mopped up in the airplane’s aisles.
As Sam finds himself in bondage, he devises a clever new avenue of contacting the ground and gaining the upper hand without seeming to. There’s panic in Bucharest, Marsha gets a message, and the hijackers are getting jumpy on a perfectly decent installment of the new hit series.
Porsche just became the first carmaker to give drivers personalized control over vehicle functions from an app within CarPlay, accessible via new digital controls on the dashboard (and on iPhone).
With the My Porsche app showing up in CarPlay to control features like audio, climate and lighting in the latest Cayenne SUV, the integration may give a sense of what CarPlay could be like soon in other cars.
Increasingly, gamers and other users replace traditional computer monitors with large smart TVs or ultra-wide monitors that eclipse screens like Apple’s 27-inch Studio Display and 32-inch Pro Display XDR in size. Today’s featured M2 Max Studio Display setup sports a 55-inch Samsung 8K OLED smart TV, for example.
Everybody loves plenty of screen real estate, but ergonomically speaking, is it healthy? Today’s setup represents the debate, offering pros and cons.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard brunch, hitting the beach or firing up the grill, wine and summer just go together. Wine and a budget, however, often don’t pair so well. If you want wine that’s easy on the wallet and playful on the palate, check out this one-time shipment of 15 bottles of red, white or mixed wines from Swirl.
These wine shipments are on sale for 73% off during our Deal Days Sale, which ends July 14.
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Apple TV+ comedy The Afterparty returns for a second infuriating season Wednesday. Not even the presence of some of our best actors (Paul Walter Hauser, Mary Holland and John Cho among them) can focus the writing and direction of this show to the point where its gimmick makes sense or its performances seem calibrated to the design of the show.
Unfortunately, this genre-hopping misfire was spent before it was reloaded.
Whether you’re on Mac or Windows, you probably find yourself using Excel every day at work. The 2023 Ultimate Microsoft Excel Certification Training Bundle teaches you how to make Excel your productivity powerhouse.
Note: If you don’t yet own Excel, you can get it (and the rest of Microsoft Office for Mac) for just $29.97 for a limited time.
The SwitchEasy Origami Protective Case folds into three different styles of iPad stand, giving you a range of options for typing, reading and browsing.
I tested this clever folio case with my own iPad. There’s plenty to like here. (Update: The case is currently on sale at 30% off in the Cult of Mac Store.)
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The 2023 version of the mophie powerstation packs in 10,000 mAh and a trio of USB ports to charge your Apple or Android devices. It can keep an iPhone 14 going for a weekend, or give a boost to a MacBook or iPad.
I put the external battery to through testing to see how well it stands up to real-world use.
Even occasional internet users need cloud storage. And while it’s essential, let’s face it: We don’t really want to have to think about it too much. Prism Drive is one of those rare cloud storage providers that checks all the boxes when it comes to safety and accessibility but still makes it easy to manage your data.
Sign up for a 10TB lifetime plan by July 17, and you can get it for the best price on the web — a one-time payment of just $79.97.
With Prime Day upon us, Earfun is offering one of its best deals ever on high-quality noise-canceling earbuds, Earfun Air Pro 3.
“This exclusive Prime Day deal represents the lowest prices in our brand’s history, and we are confident that they will be extremely enticing for consumers,” the company told Cult of Mac.
For Amazon Prime Day, July 11 and 12, you can get an astonishingly low price on earbuds of this quality — under $50.
Looking for the absolute best Amazon Prime Day deals on Apple gear and accessories? Us too. In fact, the only thing we like more than Apple gear is a great deal on Apple gear.
So far we’ve found cheap MacBooks, AirTag competitors that cost less than $15 a pop, rock-bottom pricing on must-have software like Microsoft Office for Mac, and sweet deals that will save you hundreds on power banks and solar generators to keep your gear powered up. We even put together an inexpensive bundle that can add Apple CarPlay to your ride.
We’ll update this post as we continue to search for the best Prime Day deals — on Amazon and beyond.
If you don’t own Microsoft Office for Mac, this is your best chance to get it at a great price. Plus, you’ll also get thousands of dollars’ worth of online courses that will help you make the most of the world’s most popular software suite.
During Deal Days — our answer to Prime Day — you can get the Premium Microsoft Office Training Bundle plus a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021 for just $29.97 through July 14. That’s an astonishing deal that will save you thousands!
There’s nothing like stained wood to make a computer setup look like a class act. Today’s featured M1 Max MacBook Pro and custom PC workstation places those powerful machines on shelves off to the side that more-or-less match the desk.
Relocating the computers makes more room on the beautiful wooden desktop, which ups the quality even further with a handsome wooden desk shelf for the external display and other items.
Apple News said Monday its popular soccer podcast After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe will return for a second season July 19.
While the first season saw Hunt — Coach Beard on the smash hit Apple TV+ soccer comedy Ted Lasso — and veteran sports broadcaster Lowe applying their super fandom to the Men’s World Cup tournament, the second season focuses on the 2023 Women’s World Cup, hosted by Australia and New Zealand.
Obviously, we love Macs (and macOS). However, even some of our very best friends still use Microsoft Windows. If your PC is not running Windows 11 Pro, the latest and best operating system from Microsoft, you’re missing out on your machine’s full potential.
This software usually costs $199. But during Deal Days — our version of Prime Day that brings you incredible discounts on tech, home goods and more — you can score Windows 11 Pro for just $29.97. But you’ll have to act fast, since this deal only lasts through July 14 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific.
Securing a reliable place to back up all of your most important data can make a world of difference in both your professional and personal lives. For those tired of waiting for Prime Day to come around, our Deal Days sales event is now in full swing. And that means you can score incredible early deals on tech, household goods and more.
For anyone looking to save while grabbing vast cloud storage space, lifetime access to 10TB of Degoo Premium cloud storage is now only $97.97 (regularly $1,080), with no coupon necessary. You’ll have to act fast, as this Deal Days special ends July 14 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific!
This week on Cult of Mac’s podcast: Apple’s roadmap for future AirPods looks ambitious. The company wants them to take your temperature to see if you’re feverish, test your ears to see if you’re hard of hearing, substitute for hearing aids, and charge using the one cable to rule them all … USB-C!
It’s all music to our ears.
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Why wait for Amazon Prime Day to score your next tech deal? During our Deal Days event, you can pick up a like-new original iPad Air and renewed Beats Flex headphones for just $99.97.
Yes, it’s a 10-year-old tablet that recently aged out onto Apple’s obsolete list. However, it’s still got a beautiful Retina screen that makes it great for many things, including watching videos. It’s great for kids, and you can’t beat the pricing on this bundle, which also includes some extra perks in addition to the two main items.
Don’t sit on this deal, though. There’s a limited quantity available. And even if the bundle doesn’t sell out, this limited-time offer expires July 14 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific.
Golf simulators come in many different styles and levels of quality, but the truly high-tech ones can make you feel like you’re actually out on the links. Gifts like these are something even the biggest enthusiast would wait until Prime Day to buy, but Amazon just got beat to the punch.
During our Deal Days event, you can save 30% on the TruGolf Vista 10X Portable Golf Simulator and a premium pack of the most famous courses from around the globe. Through July 14 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific, you can get this innovative golf simulator for only $13,000 (regularly $18,395)!