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Apple CEO Tim Cook: ‘The opportunities ahead of us are among the greatest we have ever seen’

Apple CEO Tim Cook has shared a memo with the company to mark its 50th anniversary. As noted by 9to5Mac, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman isfirst to share details from the memo. Here’s the body of the post: Today officially marks Apple’s 50th anniversary. And as we’ve...

Instagram ‘re-run’ video posted by Tim Cook celebrates 50 years of Apple products

Celebrating Apple’s 50 birthday (which is today), CEO Tim Cook has posted a short video post on Instagram that offers a cook at five decades of the company’s products. The retro film style video starts with the MacBook Neo and re-runs back to with the Apple I in 1976....

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Future Apple Watch bands may be able to automatically fit your wrist — and power down when removed

Future Apple Watch bands may automatically adjust themselves to fit your wrist. Apple has filed for a patent (number US 20230079679 A1) for a “watch band with fit detection.” About the patent filing The patent filing elates generally to watch bands, and, more...

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Saturday March 14
11:45 am
MacBook Pro Anticipated to Be Feature-Packed | iLounge
MacBook Pro Anticipated to Be Feature-Packed
Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple supply chain analyst, reports that the MacBook Pro will be getting a significant update early next year with an OLED display. The device will be seeing a release later this year or early next year. Having an OLED Display would mean that the MacBook Pro would have better quality for images and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.
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11:44 am
Samsung and Apple Tie For Number One In Smartphone Production | iLounge
Samsung and Apple Tie For Number One In Smartphone Production
Samsung and Apple have manufactured nearly the same number of smartphones last year, meaning that they have tied for the place in global smartphone production. Production for smartphones worldwide has reached about 1.254 billion last year, with the research firm TrendForce stating that both Samsung and Apple have made about 240 million smartphones. This ultimately […] The post appeared first on iLounge.
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11:43 am
Flight Sim ‘X-Plane 12’ Coming To Vision Pro | iLounge
Flight Sim ‘X-Plane 12’ Coming To Vision Pro
The Apple Vision Pro will be getting X-Plane, the world’s most advanced flight simulator. visionOS 26.4 will add support for the CloudXR 6.0 platform for NVIDIA, allowing the Vision Pro to stream immersive games from the PC wirelessly from servers powered by NVIDIA RTX. This includes X-Plane, a flight simulator. Users of the Vision Pro […] The post appeared first on iLounge.
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11:42 am
13-inch M4 iPad Air Is $50 Off | iLounge
13-inch M4 iPad Air Is $50 Off
The revamped iPad Air now features an M4 chip, providing you with strong and fluid performance when working, multitasking, and handling heavy tasks such as editing. It can also give you smooth graphics for an enjoyable gaming experience. The Apple tablet has support for Apple Intelligence, the personal AI system helping you stay organized and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.
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11:41 am
New HomePod and Apple TV Tied With Revamped Siri Release | iLounge
New HomePod and Apple TV Tied With Revamped Siri Release
A new Apple TV 4K and HomePod are ready for release, but the company is apparently tying the release of these devices to the long-awaited revamped Siri that has faced delay after delay. The devices have a planned release for September, with the home hub being dependent on the new version of Siri. A new […] The post appeared first on iLounge.
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11:38 am
iPhone Manufacturing in India Boosted | iLounge
iPhone Manufacturing in India Boosted
Production for the iPhone has been boosted by 53% in India during the previous year; they now make a quarter of the devices in India to dodge tariffs in China. The company manufactured 55 million iPhones in India throughout 2025. Apple manufactures about 220-230 million iPhones worldwide, with India apparently overtaking China as the lead […] The post appeared first on iLounge.
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11:36 am
F1 Promotional Video Stars Tim Cook | iLounge
F1 Promotional Video Stars Tim Cook
A promo video has been shared by Tim Cook, Apple CEO, highlighting the company and its new role as the home of Formula One in the United States. The video was taken in Apple Park showing the CEO driving around in a small buggy before stopping beside Max Verstappen, a Dutch 4-time world champion F1 […] The post appeared first on iLounge.
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11:15 am
How to type the Pi (π) symbol on a Mac or iPhone | Macworld
How to type the Pi (π) symbol on a Mac or iPhone
Macworld It’s every math geek’s favorite day—March 14 or 3.14, so this is the day when you’ll want to know how to type the Pi symbol: π. It’s one of the most recognizable symbols in mathematics but it’s not found on any standard English keyboard—there isn’t even an emoji for it. So can you get it to show up? The easiest way is to use a Mac. Here are the steps: Press and hold the option key (next to Command). Type the letter “P”. Release/repeat. That’s it. No matter what app you’re in or font you’re using, the Pi symbol will appear in the place of the letter “P” when you hold down the option key. It’s a little trickier on your iPhone and iPad. First, you’ll need to add a new keyboard: Head over to the Settings app. Tap General and Keyboard. Tap Keyboards, Add New Keyboard, and select Greek. Then, when you want to type the Pi symbol, click the globe icon in the bottom left corner of the keyboard until you see the Greek keyboard. Tap the Pi symbol, which is the Greek letter “P” (top row, second from right). Then tap the Globe icon again to return to the English keyboard. Here are a few other fun Pi facts to impress your friends: The Pi symbol is denoted by the sixteenth letter of the Greek alphabet representing the lowercase letter “P.” Welsh mathematician William Jones was the first person to use the symbol to express Pi. Physicist Larry Shaw started celebrating 14 March as Pi day at San Francisco’s Exploratorium science museum. The longest extension of pi has been more than 62 trillion decimal places. In ancient Egypt, people believed the Giza pyramids were built on the principles of Pi. There’s an entire writing style called Pilish based on Pi’s mnemonic constraints. If you are trying to find out how to type some other unusual characters take a look at our story on how to type Æ, €, #, @, ©, and more special characters on a Mac.
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10:00 am
Apple @ Work: IT leaders fear vendor lock-in as the ‘Cloud Only’ dream fades | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple @ Work: IT leaders fear vendor lock-in as the ‘Cloud Only’ dream fades
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. For the last decade, the strategy for many IT departments was simple: move everything to the cloud to save on costs. The promise was moving faster, with less downtime and less maintenance, but as we settle into 2026, the reality is looking a bit different for some teams. Parallels has just released its 2026 State of Cloud Computing Survey. The results paint a picture of an industry that is tapping the brakes on “cloud at all costs” because teams are starting to realize that it’s leading them into vendor lock-in. more…
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08:00 am
Use this $20 fancy AI photo editor to make your pics pop | Macworld
Use this $20 fancy AI photo editor to make your pics pop
Macworld TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Luminar Mobile for iOS & Android for $19.99 (reg. $47.99) and use AI-powered tools to enhance skies, portraits, lighting, and more. Most smartphone cameras are powerful enough to capture great photos—but the real magic often happens during editing. The problem? Many mobile photo editing apps either charge monthly subscription fees or overwhelm users with complicated tools. Luckily, you can grab lifetime access to Luminar Mobile for just $19.99 (reg. $47.99) and unlock an AI-powered editing suite designed for quick, professional-looking results. Luminar Mobile uses smart AI tools that automatically enhance photos with just a few taps. Features like EnhanceAI can instantly improve color, tone, and clarity, while SkyAI replaces dull skies with dramatic new backgrounds. If you shoot portraits, SkinAI automatically smooths skin and removes blemishes. The app also includes creative tools such as RelightAI for adjusting lighting, StructureAI for revealing detail, and Erase for removing unwanted objects from your images. Beyond AI features, Luminar Mobile includes traditional editing controls like curves, filters, cropping tools, and RAW photo support, giving users full creative control over their edits. The app works on iOS, Android, and Chrome OS, with additional features optimized for Apple devices, like Apple Pencil support on iPad. Get lifetime access to Luminar Mobile for iOS & Android for $19.99 (reg. $47.99). Luminar Mobile for iOS & Android: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
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08:00 am
Mac malware beware — Moonlock’s got your back for $30 | Macworld
Mac malware beware — Moonlock’s got your back for $30
Macworld TL;DR: Protect your Mac with Moonlock for just $29.99 (MSRP $54) — a one-year subscription that blocks malware, safeguards your privacy, and gives easy-to-follow security guidance. Worried about malware sneaking onto your Mac? Moonlock makes cybersecurity simple, human-friendly, and stress-free — all while keeping your Mac safe in the background. From hidden threats in old folders and mail attachments to risky network connections, this Mac-first antivirus handles it all. Right now, this Moonlock Cyber Protection for Mac subscription is just $29.99 (MSRP $54) for one year on a single Mac. Beyond malware protection, Moonlock comes packed with features designed for real people. The human-friendly dashboard gives a clear overview of your Mac’s security, offers guidance for hardening system settings, and teaches smart online habits. Smart quarantine lets you decide exactly what happens to suspicious files, while the built-in VPN encrypts your traffic and hides your IP for private browsing. Network blocking, system checks, and personalized security advice ensure that your Mac stays safe without interrupting your workflow. Don’t wait until a threat appears — protect your Mac with one app that’s merciless on malware but easy on you. Grab your one-year Moonlock subscription today for $29.99 and turn your Mac into a secure, private, hacker-free fortress. Moonlock: Cyber Protection for MacSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
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03:24 am
Apple published a new Press Release | Is the Apple Store Down?
Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple hosts 50th anniversary celebrations around the world
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01:04 am
Apple TV: Every Academy Award winner and nominee to date | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV: Every Academy Award winner and nominee to date
As we wait for Sunday’s 98th Academy Awards, where Apple has six nominations for F1: The Movie, The Lost Bus, and Come See Me In The Good Light, here’s the complete list of every Oscar nomination and win Apple TV has ever scored. more…
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12:33 am
Here’s Alicia Keys at Apple Grand Central for 50th anniversary experience [Gallery] | 9 to 5 Mac
Here’s Alicia Keys at Apple Grand Central for 50th anniversary experience [Gallery]
Apple today held an impromptu 50th anniversary celebration at its Grand Central store, featuring renowned artist Alicia Keys. This is the first of many that’ll take place around the world, and Apple Grand Central was just the kickoff! I had the honor of getting to attend the performance, and I’ll be sharing all of my photos here. more…
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Friday March 13
10:12 pm
Digg shuts down two months after highly anticipated return | 9 to 5 Mac
Digg shuts down two months after highly anticipated return
Last January, we covered the long-awaited relaunch of community platform Digg, following a months-long closed beta. Today, Digg CEO Justin Mezzell announced that the site is going offline as a result of “an unprecedented bot problem.” Here are the details. more…
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09:18 pm
How to make your photos 3D in iOS 26 | Cult of Mac
How to make your photos 3D in iOS 26
You can convert an ordinary 2D photo to a 3D scene that moves in your hand. Spatial Scenes is an awesome new feature. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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09:07 pm
Apple Reduces Chinese App Store Fees Without the EU Drama | TidBITS
Apple Reduces Chinese App Store Fees Without the EU Drama
Apple is cutting App Store commission rates in China from 30% to 25%, with smaller developers paying just 12%. The move follows discussions with Chinese regulators—and it sharply contrasts with Apple’s confrontational stance on EU regulations.
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08:47 pm
iFixit teardown of MacBook Neo: ‘The most repairable MacBook in 14 years’ | Mac Daily News
iFixit teardown of MacBook Neo: ‘The most repairable MacBook in 14 years’
The new MacBook Neo breaks from that tradition, featuring solid day-one repair manuals, easier keyboard servicing, and a battery secured… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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08:35 pm
Surprise Alicia Keys concert turns Grand Central Apple Store into a piano stage | AppleInsider
Surprise Alicia Keys concert turns Grand Central Apple Store into a piano stage
Apple shuttered its Grand Central Terminal store on March 13 for a surprise Alicia Keys concert, marking the start of 50th anniversary celebrations.Alicia Keys in her Apple Vision Pro performanceApple CEO Tim Cook showed up with several senior executives. They transformed one of Apple's most iconic retail spots into a temporary live music venue.The company invited select media members, creators, and guests while keeping the performer secret until Keys appeared on stage. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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08:16 pm
Apple TV is about to kick off five weeks straight of big premieres | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV is about to kick off five weeks straight of big premieres
Apple TV has had a strong start to the year thanks to popular series Shrinking, Hijack, and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters—but the next five weeks have a lot more noteworthy new premieres coming. more…
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08:07 pm
The average iPad sold for $583 last quarter: report | 9 to 5 Mac
The average iPad sold for $583 last quarter: report
A new report by Counterpoint Research says the average selling price of the iPad rose roughly 10% even as the...
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08:02 pm
Adobe begrudgingly admits defeat, agrees to pay $150m over confusing cancellation fees | AppleInsider
Adobe begrudgingly admits defeat, agrees to pay $150m over confusing cancellation fees
Adobe has issued a statement agreeing to pay a hefty fine after years of customers complaining about a lack of transparency in its billing agreements — but it still doesn't think it did anything wrong.Adobe Creative Cloud logoAdobe has announced that it has finalized a settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice. It officially marks the end of the more than two-year long saga surrounding its much maligned cancellation practices.Of the $150 million Adobe has agreed to pay, $75 million will go directly to affected customers in the form of complimentary services. The remaining $75 will go directly to the Department of Justice to settle the lawsuit. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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07:27 pm
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M4 with 512GB SSD plunges to $1,079 | AppleInsider
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M4 with 512GB SSD plunges to $1,079
Save $320 on Apple's last-gen MacBook Air M4, as Amazon clears out inventory this weekend.Save $320 on with Amazon's blowout M4 MacBook Air deal.Originally retailing for $1,399, the 15-inch M4/16GB/512GB spec is marked down to $1,079 in the Midnight finish while supplies last. This price is the lowest on record as Amazon makes room for new M5 inventory by blowing out M4 inventory at steep discounts.Buy M4 15" 16GB/512GB for $1,079 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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07:24 pm
Good luck trying to find an M4 Mac mini | Macworld
Good luck trying to find an M4 Mac mini
Macworld It’s hard enough finding a MacBook Neo in the color you want, but head over to the Apple Store this weekend, and you’re also going to have a hard time finding a Mac mini. And the same goes for Amazon, B&H Photo, and some Best Buy stores, too. A check of stock for the M4 Mac mini for 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage shows low to no stock basically everywhere. That might be common for a new iPhone, but the Mac mini is nearly 18 months old. SWhile it’s unlikely there will be a run on Mac minis in the immediate future, the lack of stock does pose an interesting question: Why? Usually, low stock is a sign that Apple is preparing an update–we are expecting an M5 model soon–but Apple just finished a round of releases and the Mac mini wasn’t part of it. It could also be the result of the recent interest in the Mac mini as an AI server. First Claudebot and now Perplexity have AI enthusiasts taking an interest in the Mac mini as a vessel for AI agents due to its small stature and powerful chip. It’s entirely possible that the sudden spike in interest has led to a temporary sell-out. Or, perhaps MacBook Neo has people interested in Apple’s affordable devices more than usual. We’ll let you know if the Apple Watch SE suddenly sells out.
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06:35 pm
Amazon's ad-free Prime Video tier gets a new name, and a new price | AppleInsider
Amazon's ad-free Prime Video tier gets a new name, and a new price
Amazon's streaming service is getting a significant upgrade as the company transitions its ad-free tier to the new "Prime Video Ultra" branding. And with that branding, comes a price hike.Prime Video UltraLaunching April 10, the Ultra tier expands existing features, making it ideal for larger households. Beyond removing ads, the updated plan increases the concurrent stream limit to five devices, doubles the offline download capacity to 100 items, and gives users the option to watch in 4K/UHD.Amazon is also increasing the benefits for those who have the ad-supported video plan that comes gratis with a Prime membership. Those customers will be allowed to watch 4 concurrent streams, up from three, and download 50 items for offline viewing, up from 25. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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06:30 pm
iFixit MacBook Neo teardown confirms that it is Apple's most repairable laptop since 2012 | AppleInsider
iFixit MacBook Neo teardown confirms that it is Apple's most repairable laptop since 2012
Whether you're a right-to-repair activist or a school system hoping for the magic combination of power, macOS, and a repairable laptop, the MacBook Neo is a surprisingly satisfying breath of fresh air.MacBook Neo proves to be quite repairable by Apple's standardsApple's MacBook Neo has already been proven to be quite inexpensive to repair and easy to disassemble. That said, the tech industry was still holding its breath for iFixit's verdict on the laptop.As was expected, iFixit found the MacBook Neo to be one of Apple's most reparable laptops since 2012, if ever. It's easily accessed, sectioned, and lacks any overly aggressive glue. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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06:21 pm
Adobe to pay $75 million settlement for making it too hard to cancel subscriptions | 9 to 5 Mac
Adobe to pay $75 million settlement for making it too hard to cancel subscriptions
Adobe has agreed to a settlement with the US Department of Justice worth $150 million, including a $75 million fee paid to the DOJ and another $75 million in free services for users. more…
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06:17 pm
Formula 1 to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races amid Operation Epic Fury in Iran | Mac Daily News
Formula 1 to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races amid Operation Epic Fury in Iran
Formula 1 has decided to cancel the April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia amid Operation Epic Fury in Iran… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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06:11 pm
HomeKit Weekly: Shelly Gen4 Plug brings Wi-Fi 6, Matter, and Thread to a single smart outlet | 9 to 5 Mac
HomeKit Weekly: Shelly Gen4 Plug brings Wi-Fi 6, Matter, and Thread to a single smart outlet
Choosing a smart plug usually feels like a gamble on which protocol will win the war. Belkin recently ended support for its Wemo line as well. Shelly has apparently decided to stop gambling and just include everything. I’ve been testing the Shelly Plug US Gen4, and it’s great! It supports Matter, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and, in a rare move for a smart home device, Wi-Fi 6. It also includes precise power metering, a feature I think is awesome for a modern smart plug. more…
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06:04 pm
Apple Grand Central retail store closed due to special activity [U] | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Grand Central retail store closed due to special activity [U]
Update 3/13: The event appears to be for a special performance. Alicia Keys is the rumor. There’s a pink piano and Apple’s 50th anniversary signage. Apple Grand Central in New York City is closed today and tomorrow due to some sort of mysterious special activity. Customers visiting Apple’s retail location in Grand Central Terminal will be turned away until normal hours resume on Saturday, March 14, at 10 am. more…
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Plugable’s UD-6959PDZ is a great docking station for those committed to USB-C peripherals

By Diane Turpin The $250 Plugable UD-6950PDZ, a pluggable USB-C Triple 4K HDMI and DisplayPort Horizontal Docking Station, is an excellent product for those who need more ports for their Macs. It’s a plugable USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 Hub with 60W host charging and...

Fileloupe is a solid companion app for the macOS Finder

Corduroy Code’s Fileloupe for macOS (10.11 and higher) combines the features of a photo viewer, video player and document browser into a single, fast utility that complements the operating system. The US$14.99 tool can easily handle thousands of files with smooth...

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Siberia V2 is great headset for gamers, audiophiles

By David Foster

The Siberia V2 Full-Size Headset (US$89.99) made by SteelSeries (http://www.steelseries.com) jumps out at you from the box with a great design. You can get them in three vibrant colors: black, white, and red.

This headset is loaded with many improvements over the old version. The most notable one is the microphone. SteelSeries has added a pull-out design so you can pull the microphone out when you need it and you can push it back in when you only want to use the headphones. I love that feature!

Canon EOS-1D Mark IV a high ISO, digital SLR

By Kevin Ames

Veteran Canon EOS-1D and 1Ds shooters will feel right at home with the new, US$4,999 Canon EOS-1D Mark IV camera (http://www.usa.canon.com), built on a dust- and weather-resistant magnesium alloy body. Upgraded features include increased sensor resolution and ISO, reduced noise, an increased frame rate, a new medium-sized RAW file, and if that’s not enough, HD video capture.

This Akvis app is Sketchy — in a great way

By Greg Mills

As a Faux Artist and webmaster I enjoy the graphic tricks a Mac allows me to do. Sometimes converting a digital picture into something reminiscent of a drawing or painting serves my creative efforts. Having a variety of graphic styles makes web sites more interesting and compelling for web surfers who have seen it all.

Wacom Bamboo Pen & Touch handier than a mouse for some

By Jessica Maldonado

When the Wacom Bamboo Pen & Touch (http://www.wacom/com/americas) arrived for review, I tore into the beautifully designed packaging, eager to give it a test drive on my laptop. I quickly found that this sleek little tablet shines in its intended use—as a consumer-priced tablet for travel or small workstation use.

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