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- 06:03 pmVR games ‘Job Simulator’ and ‘Vacation Simulator’ come to Apple Vision Pro
The Apple Vision Pro is marketed primarily as a spatial computer, but it’s the games that sell headsets. Now, two of Owlchemy Labs' marquee… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:55 pmCult of Mac housekeeping: External links will now open in new tabs
We're changing the way external links work on our site. From now on, external links will open in new tabs. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:53 pmLittle Snitch 6.0
Major new release for network traffic management utility brings a bevy of new features. ($59 new, free update, 36.1 MB, macOS 14+)05:48 pmParallels Desktop 19.4
Badges app icons in macOS Spotlight search results for easier identification. ($99.99 Standard Edition, free update for version 19 licenses, macOS 10.14.6+)05:44 pmPixelmator Pro 3.6
Brings numerous masking enhancements to the image editor05:42 pmMellel 6.0.4
Bug fix update for the word processor. ($69.99 new, free update, 93.8 MB, macOS 10.13+)05:27 pmSoaked! Take a peek at how Apple tests iPhone water resistance.
Popular tech influencer Marques Brownlee shared iPhone water test videos and an interesting chat with Apple hardware honcho John Ternus. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:09 pmNew 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 Forums05:01 pmApple’s App Store revenue in the EU unchanged since Digital Markets Act went into effect | Mac Daily NewsApple’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.04:58 pmYou 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 Headphones04:26 pmTeen’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)04:07 pmApple'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 Forums04:05 pmAfter 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.04:00 pmKino 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…03:55 pmM3 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro $350 off, AirPods Pro 2 from $150, Home Key Smart Lock+ $130 off, more | 9 to 5 MacM3 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…03:45 pmClooney 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)03:41 pmNew 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…03:39 pmApple 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…03:30 pmA 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)03:14 pmApple'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