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- Saturday April 11
- 02:00 pmIs MacBook Neo too successful for its own good? [Cult of Mac podcast No. 15]
This week on the "Cult of Mac" podcast: The MacBook Neo looks like a runaway success. But the clever use of binned chips might bite Apple. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:48 pmSeveral Mac mini and Mac Studio configs are now completely out of stock at Apple
The availability of higher-end models of Mac Studio and Mac mini continues to deplete, amid worsening supply constraints and the possibility of an M5 refresh just around the corner. Several models are now showing as “currently unavailable” at the Apple Store, which means buyers aren’t even able to place an order for them. That includes the M4 Mac mini with 32 GB RAM, and at least two configurations of Mac Studio … more…01:30 pmFix your home’s Wi-Fi dead zones for just $28
Eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones and boost coverage up to 2,500 square feet with the Linksys RE7000, a plug-in Wi-Fi range booster. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:21 pmSwap your iPhone’s standard Lock Screen buttons for something more useful
You can change out your iPhone Lock Screen buttons from the standard flashlight and camera to just about anything you want. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:00 pmHands-on: SkyDex turns your daily weather check into a Pokémon adventure
I have been a Pokémon fan for my entire life. I still remember being 6 years old and going to Best Buy with my dad to buy the first Pokémon game: Pokémon Blue. I was hooked instantly. I grew up playing all the games, watching the show, and, to this day, still collect the cards. So anytime something new comes out that blends Pokémon with everyday life, I’m immediately interested. So when I saw SkyDex on Twitter, a weather app that turns your daily forecast into a Pokémon discovery experience, I had to download it. And after using it for a bit, I think you should too. Here’s why. more…01:00 pmApple @ Work: How to add an existing Mac to Apple Business Manager without wiping it
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. Apple Business Manager (and Apple School Manager) is foundational to the modern Apple IT management experience. With that said, if a Mac isn’t in it, device management is a different ballgame. You might have a fleet of Macs that were purchased through a consumer channel or inherited from a company merger. If you want them in Apple Business Manager so you can use Automated Device Enrollment, you will generally need to wipe the device. What if you don’t want to? That’s where add2abm comes into play. more…12:40 pmToday in Apple history: Apple-1 starts a revolution
On April 11, 1976, Apple released its first computer, the Apple-1. With only 200 made, these remain the rarest Apple computers ever. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:00 amYour iPhone is a mess — here’s the simple way to clean it up for good for only $20
Macworld TL;DR: AnyTrans® is an iOS manager that lets you transfer, back up, and organize everything — now just $19.97 with code LIFETIME10 for lifetime access. If you’ve ever upgraded your iPhone or tried to back up your data, you know the struggle — files scattered across iCloud, iTunes, and your device, with no clear way to manage them all. It’s messy, time-consuming, and honestly, way more complicated than it should be. Enter the AnyTrans® One-Stop Content Manager for iOS. Right now, a lifetime subscription is just $19.97 with code LIFETIME10 (MSRP $79.99) through April 30. This all-in-one tool lets you transfer, manage, and back up everything from photos and messages to music and call logs — all in one place. Whether you’re switching to a new iPhone, merging WhatsApp chats, or saving important memories, AnyTrans® handles it in a few clicks. You can move data between devices, back up files in multiple formats, and even transfer non-purchased music without jumping through hoops. It also brings together content from your iPhone, computer, iCloud, and iTunes into one clean interface so you’re doing less digging, and more doing. Take control of your iOS data with lifetime access to AnyTrans® One-Stop Content Manager for iOS for just $19.97 with code LIFETIME10 (MSRP $79.99) through April 30. AnyTrans® One-Stop Content Manager for iOS: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amMake your TV time more interesting with this documentary streaming library for a flat $150 | MacworldMake your TV time more interesting with this documentary streaming library for a flat $150
Macworld TL;DR: Get lifetime access to MagellanTV’s documentary streaming library for $149.97 (MSRP $999) with no ads and new content added weekly. Between endless scrolling on social media and all the shows we binge-watch so we can scroll in the background, sometimes it’s nice to have something you really want to pay attention to on TV. If you’re looking for a way to dive into interesting real-life topics, this documentary streaming service might be a breath of fresh air. For a limited time, you can get a lifetime subscription to MagellanTV for a flat price of $149.97. It has a library of over 4,000 documentaries on ancient civilizations, true crime, space exploration, modern technology, and so much more that are designed to engage you. There are no ads breaking things up, and new documentaries are added weekly, so you’re not stuck rewatching the same titles. MagellanTV supports phones, tablets, Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast, Apple TV, and select smart TVs, delivering high-quality, uninterrupted streaming anytime, anywhere. Whether you’re a history buff, science nerd, or curious about culture and crime, MagellanTV gives you the ultimate library to feed your curiosity. Get lifetime access to MagellanTV for $149.97 and make your everyday watching a bit more worthwhile. MagellanTV Documentary Streaming Service: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.02:13 amApp Store fight continues as Apple and Epic clash over court-ordered stay
Apple and Epic have filed new requests over whether the court should keep or lift a recent stay in their ongoing App Store legal battle. Here are the details. more…02:11 amOpenAI says to update Mac apps including ChatGPT and Codex as security precaution
OpenAI is asking users of its Mac software to update to the latest releases from today “out of an abundance of caution.” This is due to a security issue with a third-party developer tool, Axios, that was used by OpenAI. more…Friday April 1010:55 pmReport: Apple tops global smartphone market for first time in Q1 as overall shipments drop | 9 to 5 MacReport: Apple tops global smartphone market for first time in Q1 as overall shipments drop
Counterpoint Research has published its latest report on global smartphone shipments for Q1 2026, showing that strong demand for the iPhone 17 helped Apple take the top spot in the market for the first time in a first quarter. Here are the details. more…09:44 pmApple previews AI, accessibility, and AirPods Pro 3 research for CHI 2026
Apple confirmed today that it will present three studies at the ACM Human-Computer Interaction Conference 2026 later this month, including work on AI-powered UI generation, accessibility, and the research behind the redesign of the AirPods Pro 3. Here are the details. more…09:29 pmLet Us Learn to Show Our Friendship for a Man When He Is Alive and Not After He Is Dead | Daring FireballLet Us Learn to Show Our Friendship for a Man When He Is Alive and Not After He Is Dead
Regarding Ronan Farrow and Andrew Marantz’s epic profile of Sam Altman in The New Yorker.09:17 pm9to5Mac Daily: April 10, 2026 – Apple Store closures, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily. more…09:02 pmApple is gaining market share in personal computers and smartphones
, thanks in part to its MacBook Neo notebook… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:49 pmVSCO report explores how photographers perceive, adopt, and actually use AI
VSCO has published a new report exploring how photographers are using AI, based on responses from both professionals and enthusiasts....08:31 pmXChat, X’s standalone messaging app, launching on iPhone and iPad next week
XChat, the standalone messaging app from X, now has a release date. more…07:49 pmApple takes the crown as iPhone 17 surges ahead globally
Apple leads the world in smartphone shipments for Q1 2026 as iPhone performance beats out all competitors. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:19 pmApple’s iOS 26.4 lets users tone down Liquid Glass effect
iOS 26.4 introduces a new "Reduce Bright Effects" setting that lets you disable various flashing elements common in Liquid Glass… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.