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Steve Lemay’s colleagues praise him as the new head of Apple’s design team

In a post on X , Chan Karunamuni, a human interface designer at Apple, wrote that he “could not be more excited” for the new design era under Steve Lemay. “Steve’s been my manager for my entire 15 year career so far at Apple and I could not be more excited for this...

MLS Cup streams free on Apple TV this Saturday

A new champion will be crowned this Saturday, December 6, as Inter Miami CF hosts Vancouver Whitecaps FC for the 2025 MLS Cup presented by Audi. It’s the culmination of Major League Soccer’s historic 30th season. The match will stream free in over 100 countries and...

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New report says Apple’s AR/VR headset WILL arrive at WWDC 2023

Last week analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that, unlike most predictions, the rumored “RealityPro” won’t debut at Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference. However, in his new “Power On” newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman disagrees. Here’s what Kuo said in a tweet: Because...

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Friday November 21
09:00 pm
Apple TV launches 50% off Black Friday deal: $5.99/month for 6 months | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV launches 50% off Black Friday deal: $5.99/month for 6 months
Apple TV is launching a Black Friday deal for over 50% off that kicks off today, letting new and returning subscribers get the streaming service for just $5.99/month for six months. Here are the details. more…
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08:21 pm
Apple’s Black Friday deal stacks very nicely with these Apple Card perks | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple’s Black Friday deal stacks very nicely with these Apple Card perks
Apple unveiled its Black Friday 2025 deal earlier this week, with an offer of free gift cards up to $250 each for buying certain products. If you plan to shop at Apple on Black Friday, there are two perks of using Apple Card you should absolutely keep in mind. more…
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08:15 pm
This ‘iPhone 17 vs 16 vs 15 vs 14 vs 13 vs 12’ speed test video is a must-watch | 9 to 5 Mac
This ‘iPhone 17 vs 16 vs 15 vs 14 vs 13 vs 12’ speed test video is a must-watch
A fun new video from the PhoneBuff YouTube channel shows just how much faster iPhones actually get year over year. Or do they? Watch it below to find out. more…
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08:12 pm
Black Friday deal: Get Apple TV for just $6 per month on Amazon Prime Video | Macworld
Black Friday deal: Get Apple TV for just $6 per month on Amazon Prime Video
Macworld If you’re OK watching Apple TV content through the Amazon Prime Video app or website, you can get a year’s subscription for essentially half price. That’s the latest Amazon Prime Video deal: 6 months of Apple TV for $5.99 per month instead of the usual $12.99. There are a few caveats worth mentioning, however: Your price will automatically go up to $12.99 after six months. That’s standard for this sort of deal. This is a “channel” on Amazon Prime Video, which works the way channels for other services do—you watch the provider’s content exclusively within Prime Video. Subscribing here is not the same as subscribing through Apple. You don’t get access within the Apple TV app on any device. You don’t get Family Sharing through Apple’s usual subscription. It adheres to the Amazon Family rules. If you use Amazon Prime Video for other things and are okay watching your Apple TV content there, this can save you $42 over the six months. Plenty of time to catch up on Pluribus, Slow Horses, Severance, and all our other favorite Apple TV shows and movies.
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07:45 pm
10 tricks to kick your iPhone addiction | Cult of Mac
10 tricks to kick your iPhone addiction
Many suffer from smartphone addiction. Here are are several actionable changes that will make your phone less addictive. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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07:45 pm
10 tricks to kick your iPhone addiction | Cult of Mac
10 tricks to kick your iPhone addiction
Many people suffer from phone addiction, but help is on the way. These actionable changes will make your iPhone less addictive. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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07:02 pm
iPadOS 26: You need to try these new multitasking features [Video] | 9 to 5 Mac
iPadOS 26: You need to try these new multitasking features [Video]
iPadOS 26 is easily the most significant change to the iPad software we’ve ever seen. Between the new multitasking windows in 26.0, the slide-over refinements in 26.1, and now the return of Split View in 26.2, multitasking on the iPad finally feels natural, intuitive, and productive without compromise. It’s as if Apple finally heard what I have wanted from the iPad since it got its own operating system with iPadOS 13. The best part is that Apple is giving iPad users the best of all forms of multitasking, from full windowed mode, Stage Manager, and the new multitasking. After using it for a few months, I’ve discovered some of my favorite features and use cases. more…
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07:02 pm
Apple launches limited-edition MagSafe-compatible Hikawa Phone Grip & Stand | Mac Daily News
Apple launches limited-edition MagSafe-compatible Hikawa Phone Grip & Stand
Apple has launched the Bailey Hikawa Phone Grip & Stand, a limited-edition MagSafe-compatible iPhone accessory created in… The post Apple launches limited-edition MagSafe-compatible Hikawa Phone Grip & Stand appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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07:00 pm
HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot’s new Matter floor lamp brings vibrant colors in a sleek design | 9 to 5 Mac
HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot’s new Matter floor lamp brings vibrant colors in a sleek design
As I reported a few weeks ago, SwitchBot keeps expanding its lineup of Matter-enabled devices, and this week I’ve been using the new SwitchBot Smart RGBICWW Floor Lamp. If you want a smart lamp that’s bright enough for daily use but flexible enough to create ambiance, this one has worked great thus far. It connects directly to HomeKit through Matter, eliminating the need for a hub outside of a HomeKit hub. It can produce up to 1200 lumens of light and supports warm white, cool white, and full-color modes. more…
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06:52 pm
Apple TV has three fan-favorite shows returning soon, here’s what’s coming | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV has three fan-favorite shows returning soon, here’s what’s coming
Apple TV has put together a strong lineup to kick off 2026, including three fan-favorite shows returning soon that you still have time to catch up on. Here’s what’s coming. more…
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06:18 pm
Inside Apple’s 3D‑Printed Titanium Apple Watch Cases | TidBITS
Inside Apple’s 3D‑Printed Titanium Apple Watch Cases
Apple explains how it 3D‑prints Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 cases using recycled titanium powder and multi‑laser systems, saying it uses 50% less raw material and will save more than 400 metric tons of titanium in 2025.Read original article
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06:09 pm
Where the rumored budget MacBook fits in Apple's laptop lineup | AppleInsider
Where the rumored budget MacBook fits in Apple's laptop lineup
Rumors of an early 2026 release for an entry-level MacBook with an iPhone chip continue to swirl. With an expected price range of between $700 and $900, its place in Apple's laptop lineup is far from clear.The M4 MacBook Air is hard to beatIf the rumors are indeed true, we can likely expect the new laptop to be called "MacBook," so that's the name we're going to use here. And it makes sense, because that's a name that Apple has used before.But what the MacBook would be in 2026 makes for an interesting thought process. Where it would sit in a lineup that already has the $999 13-inch MacBook Air is even more of a quandary. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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06:06 pm
Google wants to use your emails to train its AI — here's how to turn that off | AppleInsider
Google wants to use your emails to train its AI — here's how to turn that off
Once again, Google has decided for you that your data is its toy. Here's how to stop Gmail from training its AI on your email.GmailThere's no shortage of big tech companies that want to use your data to train their large language models. Recently, I discussed how Meta wanted Facebook users to grant it permission to upload their entire camera roll to its cloud — perpetually.This time, it's Google doing the data harvesting. Gmail now wants to use your emails — including any attachments you have — to train its AI models for features like Smart Compose and AI-generated replies. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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06:01 pm
iOS 26.1’s Apple Wallet ID feature may be the gift that keeps giving | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.1’s Apple Wallet ID feature may be the gift that keeps giving
Last week Apple launched a new feature for iOS 26.1 users: Digital ID in Apple Wallet. Here’s why the new feature could become a gift that keeps giving. more…
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05:53 pm
Apple Maps got a big iOS 26 upgrade for an essential feature | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Maps got a big iOS 26 upgrade for an essential feature
Apple Maps recently gained several new features in iOS 26, but the one that could make the biggest impact for users involves an essential app function: search. Here’s what’s new. more…
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05:02 pm
Pebblebee’s tracker tag just became a better AirTag rival [Review] ★★★★☆ | Cult of Mac
Pebblebee’s tracker tag just became a better AirTag rival [Review] ★★★★☆
We went hands-on with Pebblebee Clip 5, a Bluetooth tracker tag that offers loud alerts and bright LEDs for effective tracking. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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05:01 pm
Google launches unauthorized Pixel-to-iPhone file sharing via Apple’s AirDrop | Mac Daily News
Google launches unauthorized Pixel-to-iPhone file sharing via Apple’s AirDrop
Google, owned by Alphabet Inc., has announced that its newest Pixel phones can now send images and other files directly to iPhones… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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04:51 pm
Apple gift guide 2025: Best deals and buying advice for every product | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple gift guide 2025: Best deals and buying advice for every product
As the holiday shopping season kicks into full swing, it’s important to make sure you’re buying the right Apple product and getting the best deal possible. Here’s everything you need to know about what to buy and how to score some big savings on the best Apple gifts of the year. Updated November 21, 2025: New low prices across the board at Amazon and Best Buy, Apple’s Black Friday shopping event announced, more. more…
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04:46 pm
Black Friday Week deals: AirPods 4 $80 all-time low, M5 MacBook Pro $157 off, M5 iPad Pro, Apple iPhone 17 cases from $27, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Black Friday Week deals: AirPods 4 $80 all-time low, M5 MacBook Pro $157 off, M5 iPad Pro, Apple iPhone 17 cases from $27, more
As you know, the official Amazon 2025 Black Friday Week deals are now live alongside the best price yet on the new AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4 with ANC at $110 shipped. But today we are featuring a new Amazon all-time low on the base model AirPods 4 that are now sitting down at $80 shipped. Amazon is also undercutting everyone with new lows on M5 MacBook Pro configurations at up to $157 off the list prices alongside the most affordable M5 iPad Pro models at up to $100 off for Black Friday Week. Those deals join up to 43% off Apple’s official iPhone 17/Pro/Max and iPhone Air cases from $27 and Amazon’s best deals on Beats 5-foot USB-C woven cables from $8.50. All of that awaits below alongside Black Friday pricing on M3 iPad Air, iPad mini 7, and iPad 11 from $279. more…
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04:21 pm
Apple’s budget bonanza may bring a cheap(er) MacBook, iPhone, iPad in early 2026 | Macworld
Apple’s budget bonanza may bring a cheap(er) MacBook, iPhone, iPad in early 2026
Macworld Apple is preparing to unveil a glut of cheaper products in the first few months of 2026, according to a new report. This includes the much-anticipated launch of a budget MacBook based on an iPhone processor. GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu, who has an extensive but slightly hit-or-miss track record of Apple predictions, published a research note about the company’s plans for 2026. These plans, he claims, include lower-end versions of the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, all likely to launch in the spring. The affordable iPhone will, of course, be the follow-up to last year’s divisive (and, we hear, commercially unsuccessful) iPhone 16e. Reviewers complained about the 16e’s inconvenient compromises (notably its single rear camera lens and lack of MagSafe) despite a decidedly mid-market price, a combination likely the result of the maker’s wish to focus on processing power and make it compatible with Apple Intelligence. But there’s little to suggest the 17e will address either of those concerns. Instead, it’s expected to maintain the tradition of combining a high-end processor (likely the same A19 currently included in the iPhone 17) with a similarly low-end rear camera setup, although Pu thinks buyers may get the compensation, as on the iPhone Air, of an 18MP Center Stage front camera for selfies and video chats. The screen notch, meanwhile, is expected to be upgraded to a Dynamic Island. Pundits always predicted that the 17e would come out in spring 2026, a year on from the launch of its predecessor. But Pu’s claim that it will be accompanied by a low-end iPad and Mac comes as more of a surprise. The 12th-gen iPad could be an important launch because the 11th-gen model was that rarity for 2025: a new Apple product that can’t run Apple Intelligence. Cupertino will likely move to correct that and usher more users onto its AI platform. But can it achieve the necessary tech specs while maintaining the basic iPad’s crucial and beloved $349 price tag? Probably, but that remains to be seen. But the greatest point of interest in Pu’s report is that budget Mac. Set to be priced between $699 and $899, the upcoming MacBook will run an A-class iPhone processor (Pu predicts the A18 Pro used by the iPhone 16 Pro, although there have been rumors of an A19) rather than one of the M-class chips used throughout the rest of the current Mac range. It may also, Pu warns, make compromises in other areas, such as an older design, weaker display, less RAM, and potentially just one USB-C port. On the plus side, it will reportedly come in a set of attractive color finishes–silver, blue, pink, and yellow–to match the current standard iPad. Pu may not have a flawless predictive record, but these claims make sense and largely match what other pundits are expecting. For all the latest news and rumors, check our regularly updated guide to the new Apple products on the way in 2025 and 2026.
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04:18 pm
Public anxiety about Apple's Digital ID greatly overstates actual risks | AppleInsider
Public anxiety about Apple's Digital ID greatly overstates actual risks
Fears about Apple's Digital ID are afraid of a boogeyman that the iPhone can't unleash, and concerns about governmental tracking or over-reach because of it are best pointed at other avenues that actually exist.A digital driver's license in the Apple Wallet appCritics focus on sweeping threats that sound dramatic but don't match the system inside the Apple Wallet Digital ID feature.Some advocates warn that digital credentials could reveal where a person travels or when they present an ID. Many fears connect to surveillance practices that already exist through public cameras, automated license plate readers, and other systems that track movement without consent. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:00 pm
Walmart makes the leap from NYSE to Nasdaq in biggest-ever exchange transfer | Mac Daily News
Walmart makes the leap from NYSE to Nasdaq in biggest-ever exchange transfer
The Nasdaq just landed one of the most old-school names imaginable: Walmart.The retail behemoth announced Thursday that it’s ditching… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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03:38 pm
New iPhone 18 Pro design will reportedly make two key changes | 9 to 5 Mac
New iPhone 18 Pro design will reportedly make two key changes
Supply chain leaks indicate Apple is currently finalizing details for next fall’s iPhone 18 line, and the latest reporting says the new iPhone 18 Pro will come with at least two key design changes. more…
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03:34 pm
Apple's M4 Mac mini with 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD drops to $869 today | AppleInsider
Apple's M4 Mac mini with 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD drops to $869 today
Amazon's early Black Friday discount on Apple's current Mac mini knocks $130 off a popular spec with an upgrade to 24GB of memory and 512GB of storage.Save $130 on Apple's M4 Mac mini 24GB, 512GB.We covered Amazon's $479 Mac mini deal on the standard configuration yesterday, but today we're following an early Black Friday discount on an upgraded model with 24GB RAM and 512GB of storage.This M4 spec, which normally retails for $999, is marked down to $869.99, with units in stock and ready to ship before the holidays. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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03:11 pm
The AirPods 4 with ANC crash to $110 in this insane Black Friday discount | Macworld
The AirPods 4 with ANC crash to $110 in this insane Black Friday discount
Macworld Just when we thought we had seen the best AirPods 4 deal this Black Friday, we get an even better one. Amazon is selling the AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation for an unbelievable $110, a massive savings of $69 off its MSRP, and the best price we’ve seen by a wide margin. You can also get AirPods 4 without ANC for $80, also an all-time low. The AirPods 4 are easily our favorite non-Pro earbuds, and that’s plenty obvious from the fact that we gave them a 4.5-star rating when we reviewed them, appreciating the top-notch audio quality, the improved sweat and water resistance, and the USB-C charging case. We also couldn’t complain about the battery life because a single charge gets you 5 hours of playtime on the buds and a total of 30 hours with the case. The H2 chip ensures you can make great quality phone calls with little to no background noise, as well as have an overall better time when listening to music. The AirPods 4 also come with easy access to Siri, so you can ask the assistant for help with everything from making calls to playing specific songs. Now’s the best time ever to get the AirPods 4 with ANC for $110 or the ANC-less model for $80, so hurry up and take advantage of this Black Friday deal. This is, by far, the best price we've seen for the AirPods 4Buy now at Amazon
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02:52 pm
Google's new 'Wicked'-inspired ad takes another swing at the iPhone | AppleInsider
Google's new 'Wicked'-inspired ad takes another swing at the iPhone
Google's latest ad leans on a "Wicked" riff to paint the Pixel Pro 10 as the brains behind features Apple now touts on the iPhone 17 Pro.Google spoofs 'Wicked' to hype the Pixel over iPhoneThe 60-second advertisement uses Google and Apple's iPhones as references to "Wicked," a book-turned-musical-turned-movie. A purple iPhone 17 Pro portrays a Glinda, "the good witch" like character, while a green Pixel Pro 10 plays an Elphaba, or the "wicked witch" character.As always, the ad somehow suggests the Pixel phone is superior to the iPhone. The iPhone 17 Pro tells the Pixel Pro 10 how lucky it is to have a friend like Pixel. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:49 pm
AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro: Which should you buy this holiday season? | 9 to 5 Mac
AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro: Which should you buy this holiday season?
Apple’s AirPods lineup is stronger than it’s ever been, with compelling options at multiple different price points. If you’re exploring which AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro to buy this holiday season, whether for yourself or someone else, here’s what you need to know. more…
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02:48 pm
One more iPhone 17 model is coming, with big camera upgrade rumored | 9 to 5 Mac
One more iPhone 17 model is coming, with big camera upgrade rumored
Apple has started shaking up its iPhone release schedule, shifting certain models out of the fall and into the following winter and spring. There’s an iPhone 17e expected to launch in early 2026, and the latest rumor indicates it will pack a big camera upgrade. more…
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02:45 pm
This $40 AI content suite does the work of a full creative team | Cult of Mac
This $40 AI content suite does the work of a full creative team
The 2026 AI Content Creation lifetime subscription bundles together the WordPop AI Pro Plan and SpeakBreez Voiceover Generator Plan. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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02:40 pm
Apple gives up on Mac Pro, an iPhone designer, and MLS on the AppleInsider Podcast | AppleInsider
Apple gives up on Mac Pro, an iPhone designer, and MLS on the AppleInsider Podcast
Apple's sports media strategy is up in the air, the Mac Pro may actually be dead this time, and Apple's doom won't be found in a single employee departure on the AppleInsider Podcast.AppleInsider+ covers the hosts' podcast picksThe Apple Music Artist of the Year is Tyler, the Creator, plus, Apple has shared the top podcasts of the year. While these are quite popular and mainstream, your podcast hosts don't listen to any of them, so they've shared some podcast picks in AppleInsider+.There doesn't seem to be much of a strategy in Apple's sports strategy other than signing up to stream content only to be disappointed. MLS is set to end its tenure at Apple early in 2029, but MLB is sticking around at least a little longer. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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France-Based iOS Developers file Antitrust Class-Action Lawsuit against Apple

Another day, another lawsuit. he same law firm that recently secured an US$100 million settlement against Apple regarding its anticompetitive App Store policies is now representing France-based iOS developers for the same issues in a new antitrust lawsuit filed today...

Monoprice’s Harmony Capsule 200 is a decent-not-great portable speaker (but has great battery life)

By Dustin Darnell The Monoprice Harmony Capsule 200 Portable Bluetooth Speaker is, overall, a decent speaker. The sound is mostly good, but there is some quiet static at all volumes. There are some programming improvements that would be nice. Each time the...

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Knoll Light Factory is the lighting effects plug-in you need

By Daniel M. East

For all of the plug-ins that designers and photographers maintain, many of the third-party products begin with a feature built into Photoshop and take it to a higher level. Such is the case with Knoll Light Factory for Photoshop 3.2 by Red Giant Software (http://www.redgiantsoftware.com).

CableJive products solve iPhone docking problems

By ‘Doctor Dave’ Greenbaum

While I’m a huge fan of extreme case protection for the iPhone 4 (my current favorite is the Griffin Survivor), one of the problems is that this extra protection frequently prevents my iPhone from fitting into various docking solutions and cable connectors.

Fortunately, two products from CableJive (http://www.cablejive.com/) solve this problem. You can have your protection and still keep your existing accessories.

SleepPhones great for listening to audio in bed

By ‘Doctor Dave’ Greenbaum

If you’ve ever tried to sleep while listening to music on your iPod, you may have realized it was an exercise in futility. The earbud style connectors too often fall out and headphones with a band are incredibly uncomfortable. While you could use a speaker, if you sleep with others, this will surely disturb their sleep.

Doxie scanner useful, but flawed

By ‘Doctor Dave’ Greenbaum

The Doxie sheet-fed “cloud-based” portable scanner (http://www.getdoxie.com) is useful, but has some noticeable flaws that may make you think twice before buying it.

Reminiscent of the Visioneer Strobe XP, this is a cylindrical scanner that derives power from USB. Unlike the other Visioneer products, Doxie supports both Mac and PC and the key feature of the product is its ability to scan directly to the cloud.

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