Today’s featured computer setup employs three separate Macs — MacBook Pro, M1 MacBook Air and M1 Mac mini — connecting two of them to a big external monitor using a KVM docking station.
KVM switches are handy when you don’t want to switch cables from different computers using the same monitor and input devices. But there’s another reason the user, Greg Coit, chose the method.
Ikea unveiled its new indoor air-quality monitor Tuesday. With a name that sounds like a Swedish jet fighter — Vindstryka — it’s designed to help you combat pollutants in your home or office. And it will be HomeKit- and Matter-compatible through the Ikea Dirigera hub after the company updates it.
The Swedish home furnishings giant set an April launch date for the monitor but hasn’t added a price tag yet.
Traveling internationally is a great way to immerse yourself in other cultures, cross off bucket-list items, and even learn a new language. However, dealing with data-roaming charges while exploring a new country can be a huge inconvenience.
You can avoid excessive roaming fees with the aloSIM. This lifetime eSIM credit is on sale now for $25. And with this deal, you can also get $50 of eSIM credit for your next trip.
In order to be approved for Apple Pay Later, the company’s own buy now, pay later service, individuals will need to be loyal Apple customers. The service has strict hoops you need to jump through: Apple will check your spending at Apple Stores, purchases and subscriptions on the App Store, Apple Cash payments, Apple Pay history and more.
Even if you work for Apple, you may only be approved for a $1,000 loan. The feature continues to undergo internal testing after being delayed since September, according to Bloomberg.
Forget about spending hours scouring the internet for good flight prices. You can fly cheap without the legwork, thanks to a premium subscription to Matt’s Flights, a service that finds incredible flight deals for travelers everywhere.
Right now, you can snag one-year ($29.99), two-year ($49.99) or lifetime ($89.99) subscriptions to this money-saving travel hack. Whether you’re one of many who want to travel more, already have a trip you’re planning to take, or simply just want to relax on a well-earned and economical vacation, Matt’s Flights is sure to become your ultimate travel buddy.
Amazon-owned discount site Woot! is offering a slew of deals on iMacs, MacBooks and iPads through Thursday.
Some M1 laptops are already sold out, but a lot of gear remains, so jump on this if you’re in the market for Apple hardware. It’s the sort of sale that may make people wish they’d waited to buy instead of going all-in at launch.
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The Plugable USB-C Stand Dock doesn’t stop at simply holding up your iPad so you can see the display, it’s also an 8-port hub that allows you to connect an external screen and other accessories to your tablet.
I put the portable and affordable stand/hub to the test in my home office. Here’s how is stood up to the challenge.
Apple TV+ finally revealed the premiere date for Ted Lasso season three. The hugely popular comedy will return on March 15.
There’s also a teaser trailer for the new season, along with hints of what to expect.
Recent layoffs at powerhouse tech companies sent a signal that secure job opportunities are at a premium. Now, qualified candidates are flooding the market — but fortunately, there are still ways to stay ahead of the pack.
You can be sure to impress potential employers with assistance from Resoume’s AI-powered resume creator. And you can get a lifetime subscription to this software on sale for only $39.99.
Spring is coming, so it’s time to start making exciting travel plans for summer. Whether you’re going international or sticking closer to home, the 2023 Travel Hacker Bundle can help you get the most out of your next trip.
And for a limited time, you can save an additional 15% on this bundle with coupon code TRAVEL15. That drops the price on this incredible deal to just $169.15.
Tech accessories brand Mujjo unveiled its Echelon AirPods Pro Case Monday. It’s a luxurious new leather case for 1st and 2nd generation AirPods Pro, the company said.
There’s nothing like a major upgrade. Today we return to one of the most magnificent computer setups we’ve seen lately, as it somehow found a way to top itself. When you’ve already got a loaded Mac Pro, two Pro Display XDRs and a top Apple laptop and tablet, where do you go from there?
You thank the HomePod mini for its service and welcome new $1,250 speakers to the party.
Even if you somehow haven’t heard of ChatGPT, you’ve probably read the AI chatbot’s “work.” OpenAI’s resourceful text generator and others like it have been used to write everything from chicken recipes to term papers. While many users still regard these tools as curiosities, entrepreneurs are already putting artificial intelligence to work in a field it’s tailor-made for: marketing.
SalesKingPin is the perfect example of how far this tech has come in a very short time. And it could be just the thing your business needs for greater growth. Right now, this AI-powered software is on sale for only $39 (Growth Plan) and $49 (Professional Plan).
This week on Cult of Mac’s podcast: Apple’s squinty supreme leader Tim Cook sees room to push the high end of the iPhone market, and you know what that means … iPhone Ultra incoming! We know at least one feature this thing will pack — a big, fat titanium price tag.
Also on The CultCast:
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A premium set of kitchen knives is one secret ingredient to a solid kitchen. Whether you’re a master of the culinary arts or just want to evenly dice an onion, quality cutlery is a worthwhile investment.
If you’re looking to upgrade, you’ve got two options with these Japanese knives from Seido. Both the five and eight-piece sets of these chef’s knives are on sale (for $99.99 and $139.99, respectively). But wait until you see what makes these blades a cut above the rest.
iPhone battery dying faster than you’d like? You can see exactly what’s using up your iPhone battery in the Settings app. It will show you which apps use more power than others, what services run in the background, and what drains your battery most over the course of the week.
If you suspect your phone doesn’t last as long as it used to, or notice that it’s charging very slowly, this will help you diagnose the problem.
Keep reading to find out whether you should quit all your iPhone apps when you’re done using them (you shouldn’t) and how you can keep apps and email from running in the background.
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Sean and Dorothy throw a party this week on Servant, the Apple TV+ show about a nanny who is more than she seems and the family harboring her. Leanne is starting to notice that her adopted family isn’t being quite as familial and loving as she’d like. And she decides something must be done about it.
As the neighborhood gathers in the Turner household, Leanne plots her own pincer maneuver in a brilliantly directed installment of the best series on Apple TV+.
From iPhones and Apple Watches to Mac accessories and AirPods, many of us have plenty to keep powered up on a daily basis. If you’re tired of dealing with low batteries while on the move, or spend too much time using stationary charging options that keep you tied down, consider exploring new solutions.
This three-in-one wireless charging station from WonderCube is a proven product that streamlines your process of powering up, no matter where the day takes you. Typically sold for $69, you can score this nifty device for only $44.99.
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We’ve got a fugitive on our hands on this week’s Truth Be Told, the Apple TV+ series about a true crime podcaster and her little corner of Oakland, California.
Trini is missing and Poppy’s solutions all involve a lot of risk. Markus and Zarina are sweating and at each other’s throats while searching for their daughter. Eva learns something about her lover and runs into an old acquaintance. And Leander tries hard to stay on Poppy’s good side.
The episode, entitled “Never Take Your Eyes Off Her,” serves up another gripping 45 minutes of television from this crew.
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New Apple TV+ series Dear Edward takes our hero to school this week. The show — about a boy who survives a plane crash and the relatives of people who weren’t so lucky — doubles down on all of its intricate absurdities in the episode, entitled “Chrysalis.”
Dee Dee learns more about her dead husband than she ever wanted to know. Edward receives fan mail. Audrey and Kojo keep getting closer. And multiple funerals loom. It’s another impressively confused episode of the grief-based drama.
Sure, you only need a MacBook Air or Pro to get things done almost anywhere. Or maybe an iPad with a stand and keyboard. But if you want to be more comfortable (and productive), wouldn’t you want a fuller computer setup? Today’s incredibly spare featured setup gets the job done.
The user is a journalist who takes their work on the road, like the fast-food joint in the photo above. They use just an M1 MacBook Air on a stand, a mini mechanical wireless keyboard and mouse, and sometimes a clamp-on light and iPhone mount to handle quality video calls via Continuity Camera.
Don’t get us wrong, apps are great. But no matter how much they push the envelope of your iPhone’s technology, there’s only so much they can do for you on a camping trip. That’s when we gadget lovers have to go a little more analog with tools like this nifty 8-in-1 utility flashlight from WonderCube.
While this light is incredibly small, you’ll be surprised how many uses you can find for it, on the trail and off.
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Shrinking, the hit Apple TV+ show about a therapist unraveling, sees James starting to suffer the consequences of his crazy new practices this week.
Paul is still mad at him for his radical ideas and the way they’re putting James’ daughter Alice in danger. But Paul’s own daughter Meg is in town, so he’s got bigger fish to fry. Meanwhile, Liz finds herself in the crosshairs of James’ ire — and only Gabrielle’s intervention saves them from hurting each other.
It’s another episode of a surprisingly popular show, in which no one’s problems are ever as big a deal as they seem.
Whether you’re new to the stock market or a seasoned investor, managing your investments is a lot of work. There’s research and analysis involved if you want to build wealth and gain passive income. You could try doing it manually yourself, or you could make the process easier with this stock screener and educational platform from Tykr.
Tykr analyzes stocks so you can see which investments are low or high-risk, then choose where to safely put your money. A lifetime subscription for Tykr is now only $119.99.
The Cult of Mac Store opened up a new sale Thursday, offering a discount of 20% off purchases of any two SwitchEasy accessories. With 98 products to choose from, that covers a wide variety of needs any Apple user might have.
Check out the SwitchEasy collection as a whole, and read more about some product highlights for iPad, iPhone and more below. The sale goes through Thursday, February 16.