New Kino app by Halide developer is perfect for novice and pro videomakers
Photography app Halide now has a sister video app for iPhone called Kino, with grading presets, smart exposure, and free lessons for beginners.Kino aims to bring pro video features to the iPhone (Source: Lux Optics)Halide has long been a popular photography app for the iPhone, bringing finer control of Apple's camera system than the stock Camera app. Now with Kino its makers Lux Optics have made good on a promise to release a similar app solely for video.Chief among Kino's features is Instant Grade, which is intended to provide cinematic video without the enormous file sizes that Apple's Log format produces. Kino comes with a growing list of Lookup Tables (LUTs) that are color grading presets designed by expert filmmakers, and automatically applied during recording. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple’s App Store revenue in the EU unchanged since Digital Markets Act went into effect
Evercore is out with a new analysis that shows Apple's EU App Store revenue data does not currently show any meaningful change to… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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You can save over $200 on a pair of AirPods Max at Target right now
Macworld The AirPods Max are easily among the best-sounding high-end Bluetooth headphones you can buy. We even reviewed them a while back, giving them 4/5 stars. The main reason they didn’t get more stars was the price, as we believe they are wildly expensive. This refurbished pair, however, can end up saving you over $200. This pair in blue spotted at Target is a mere $335.74, which is a much more acceptable price point. Target says they are “a fully functional product that may show some minor cosmetic blemishes” and come with a six-month warranty. A new pair of Apple AirPods Max headphones cost $549, which is a bit too much. At its lowest on Black Friday, the AirPods Max got down to $429, but even that’s pretty expensive. The only way to get these headphones for a decent price is, it seems, to get a refurbished model. What sets these headphones apart? Our expert, Jason Cross, found that the AirPods Max deliver exceptional sound quality, boast “industry-leading” active noise canceling, and are built to last. These features make them a top contender in the headphone market. The AirPods are comfortable to wear for long hours and easy to control. Our review notes that Apple avoided touch controls (everyone with a hoodie rejoice!), opting instead for a digital crown like that on the Apple Watch along with a single button, both on the top of the right earpiece. While we know it’s ideal to get your tech brand new, sometimes it’s worth going for refurbished options to save a lot of money. These discounted AirPods Max are Target Certified Refurbished, which means they’ve been brought to a “like-new” condition. While some minor cosmetic blemishes may be present, the headphones function normally. So go ahead and grab the cheapest AirPods Max we’ve ever seen. Get the refurbished AirPods Max for $335.74 at Target Headphones

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Teen’s dislodged AirPod tracks alleged hit-and-run driver
An AirPods tracks an alleged hit-and-run driver after a bike-riding teen's head went through his car window. Felony charges followed. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apple's durability testing is way more than a YouTuber can manage
Apple has revealed how iPhone and iPad drop tests should really be done — and are being done, thousands of times, in its durability testing labs.Apple will drop-test thousands of iPhones like this (Source: MKBHD)YouTubers will buy one Apple device and smash it to pieces as pathetic clickbait. They always justify it, though, by saying these devices must be tested — and now Apple has politely suggested that they hold its beer.Marques Brownlee, MKBHD — who doesn't smash up the devices that his YouTube channel covers — has been shown around Apple's testing labs for the iPhone. Every test any YouTuber ever makes on a device has been done by Apple first. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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After slashing iPhone prices in China, Apple’s sales are bouncing back strongly
Apple's iPhone sales in China are surging again, fueled by aggressive price cuts that are tempting budget-conscious consumers in the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Kino is a pro video capture app with a UX worthy of iPhone 15 Pro hardware
You probably know Halide, the pro camera app for iPhone. Who makes the Halide of video apps though? Turns out, it’s the makers of Halide themselves. Lux, the studio behind Halide, is launching their first pro video app for iPhone, called Kino. It’s a joy to use, with a design and user experience that matches the quality of the iPhone hardware. more…

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M3 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro $350 off, AirPods Pro 2 from $150, Home Key Smart Lock+ $130 off, more
Your mid-week lineup of the best deals on Apple gear joins ongoing offers on the new M2 iPad Air and the M4 iPad Pro. First up, Apple’s 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro now up to $350 off in various configurations. Next, we have AirPods Pro 2 with the USB-C MagSafe case at one of the best prices of the year with a Geek Squad certification joining up to 44% off Apple’s iPhone 15 Silicone cases and a big-time deal on Level’s Apple Home Key Smart Lock+. Everything is waiting for you after the jump. more…

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Clooney and Pitt reluctantly team up in madcap Wolfs trailer
An upcoming new action-comedy pairs Clooney and Pitt in Wolfs trailer, their first shared bill since 2008. And it looks like a lot of fun. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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New M2 iPad Air or old iPad Pro, which is the better value? [Video]
As tech has matured over the years, every yearly update is more nuanced. The differences and upgrades are very incremental for most products today. So, the question of “Should you buy the budget version of something new or the old version of something premium?” is getting harder to answer. The current iPad lineup, specifically the new M2 iPad Air, is a great example of this. Should you buy a brand new M2 iPad Air or find a ? Let’s see if we can answer this. more…

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Apple News+ subscriptions growing 4x faster than major publishers, says report
After a report on what Apple users do with their old iPads, analytics firm CIRP has released a study about how Apple News+ subscriptions in the US are growing compared to major publishers like the NYT, WSJ, and WP. Here’s what CIRP found. more…

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A setup so clean it looks AI-generated [Setups]
Not only is the workstation picture-perfect, its killer Dough gaming display is one we've never seen in setups coverage before. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apple's AI plans involves 'black box' for cloud data
Apple's efforts in AI could pay off in its WWDC announcements, but it is also very keen to protect user data at the same time. Here's how it will get done.Siri on an iPhoneApple is expected to make a number of big plays in AI for WWDC. The changes are anticipated to include big things in iOS 18 and its other operating systems, with app feature changes such as audio transcription apparently on the way.But, with privacy a core tenet of Apple's work, it's doing what it can to protect its users. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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MKBHD shares behind-the-scenes look at Apple’s iPhone durability testing [Video]
Ever wonder how Apple tests its iPhones for dust, water, drop protection, and more? Apple invited MKBHD to check out its special laboratories with custom machines for durability testing as well as talk with Apple’s chief of hardware John Ternus. Check out the fascinating Apple lab footage to see how it all works. more…

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Apple TV+ debuts trailer for new original Peanuts series ‘Camp Snoopy,’ premiering June 14th
Apple TV+ on Wednesday unveiled the trailer for the all-new, highly anticipated summer Peanuts series “Camp Snoopy,” premiering… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Today in Apple history: Apple shows off the Newton for the first time
On May 29, 1992, Apple demonstrated the Newton MessagePad for the first time, showing how the PDA can order a pizza (among other things). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Tested: Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15 over-delivers – with the usual pros & cons
The Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15 is the latest iteration of a product the company has been offering for around a decade now. The battery case claims to extend the battery life of an iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro Max by 50% – but in my testing, did better than that … more…

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Brad Pitt & George Clooney are lone 'Wolfs' in Apple movie trailer
Sony Pictures has released a trailer for "Wolfs," an Apple Original Films feature starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney as oddly similar underworld fixers.Brad Pitt and George Clooney in 'Wolfs'George Clooney and Brad Pitt previously worked together on the "Oceans 11" franchise, but have been reunited in a new film. This time, the pair are teaming up for an underworld caper.The action comedy "Wolfs" sees Clooney playing a professional fixer, turning up to a crime scene to remove a body and clean up. He's quickly joined by another fixer, played by Pitt, who has a similar dress, attitude, and is in a very similar line of work. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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French publishers ask Tim Cook to abandon forthcoming Web Eraser
Advertisers and publishers in France have jointly written to Tim Cook imploring Apple to not roll out the ability for Safari users to selectively erase portions of sites, such as ads.Safari getting new AI tools in iOS 18Apple has not even announced the forthcoming Web Eraser — exclusively uncovered by AppleInsider — but the expectation that it will come soon has already galvanized UK publishers into asking Tim Cook for it to be abandoned. Now according to Business Insider, a group of French trade bodies are doing the same on behalf of their publishing and advertising industry"Besides the extremely short notice period and the lack of detailed and verified information on this new feature," says the letter, "it raises numerous questions, particularly concerning legal and editorial responsibilities that Apple has still not responded to." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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First Apple Store in Malaysia sports wild tiered-pyramid roof
Apple The Exchange TRX, named for its location at a big mall, sports a wild design you can get in new wallpapers for your devices. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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