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- 29 mins ago16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro now $249 off, iPhone 14 at $475, Qi2 gear, more
Wednesday has some fresh Apple deals to share, including one of the best prices ever on the latest 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro. Complete with 18GB of memory, you can save $249 alongside a chance to drop iPhone 14 down to $475. Plus, Belkin’s just-released 15W Qi2 MagSafe 2-in-1 charger falls to $50. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…30 mins agoGet $150 off Beats Studio Pro headphones
Today's Beats Studio Pro Pro deal gets you the great noise-canceling headphones for a great price -- just under $200. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)43 mins agoHow to organize Safari tabs using tab groups in iPadOS 17
Safari tab groups have been in iPadOS for several years, and can really help you organize pages you've browsed. Here's how to use them in iPadOS 17.Tabs in Safari in iOS and iPadOS allow you to open multiple web pages at once - with each page in a separate tab. This makes reading quicker.A few years ago, Apple added Tab Groups to Safari in iOS and iPadOS, which allows you to group tabs by category into groups with names you define. Each tab group has a name you give it, and you can add multiple web pages in tabs to each group.Tab groups in iPadOS provide convenience by keeping multiple open tabs organized and under control. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums45 mins agoWhatsApp rolls out Chat Filters to help you tame your inbox
Meta-owned WhatsApp has gained support for Chat Filters, enabling you to quickly filter your inbox based on unread or group conversations. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)45 mins agoModern MacBook Pro drives vintage displays [Setups]
New Macs are cool. Vintage Apple gear is cool. So a computer setup with a modern MacBook Pro and vintage displays must be super-cool. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)55 mins agoTelegram Founder Accuses Google and Apple of Censorship Threat
Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram messaging app, has accused tech giants Google and Apple of threatening to censor content on smartphones [YouTube link]. In an interview with Tucker Carlson, Durov claimed that these companies told Telegram to comply with their guidelines or face removal from their app stores. "Those two platforms, they could basically censor everything you can read, access on your smart phone," Durov said. With 900 million active users, Telegram is expected to cross the one billion mark within a year. Read more of this story at Slashdot.1 hour agoAmazon's latest Apple deals make perfect Mother's Day gifts (and prices start at just $24) | AppleInsiderAmazon's latest Apple deals make perfect Mother's Day gifts (and prices start at just $24)
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12, 2024 and that means it's time to start picking out the perfect gift for Mom. With Amazon's Apple deals that offer prices as low as $24, these gift ideas won't break the bank, while still treating Mom to a wonderful surprise.Grab an AirTag for as low as $24 during the latest round of price drops. Continue Reading on AppleInsider1 hour agoToday in Apple history: Apple II brings color computing to the masses
On April 17, 1977, Apple made a splash at the West Coast Computer Faire. With the Apple II launch, the company led the computer revolution. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)1 hour agoThe Ineffable Importance of Undersea Cable Maintenance
This must-read from The Verge weaves background about the undersea fiber optic connections that make the modern Internet possible with the story of what one maintenance ship went through repairing cables in the aftermath of the 2011 undersea earthquake off the coast of Japan.Read original article1 hour agoMaxim Group issues ‘Hold’ on Apple stock, cites over-dependence on China
Maxim Group on Wednesday initiated coverage of Apple (AAPL) with a "Hold" rating and $178 price target. Apple is too dependent on China… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:44 pmApple triples clean energy use since 2020
Cupertino marked progress toward its goal of total carbon neutrality by 2030, citing Apple clean energy use, water savings and more. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:40 pmTikTok Notes: latest on the upcoming Instagram competitor
Remember that TikTok Photos app rumor? More recently, the unreleased app has been going by the name TikTok Notes. Although the name is changed, the game is still the same: take a swing at Instagram. more…02:32 pmT-Mobile and Verizon workers offered $300 bribes for SIM swaps
SIM swaps are one of the biggest security threats we face, allowing criminals to access most services protected by two-factor authentication. The situation could be about to get even worse, as we learn of an apparent large-scale attempt to bribe T-Mobile and Verizon workers to facilitate the swaps. While new rules and security features are supposed to make these attacks harder to pull off, now would be an excellent time to ensure your accounts are protected by authenticator apps rather than text messages … more…02:31 pmMicrosoft brings OneNote to the Apple Vision Pro — with a key limitation
Word and Excel were available on the Apple Vision Pro at launch, but now Microsoft is expanding its apps with an earlier than expected release of its note-taking app, OneNote.Microsoft OneNote on Apple Vision Pro (Source: Microsoft)While Microsoft committed to all of its Microsoft 365 apps being available on the Apple Vision Pro, at launch it concentrated on its main applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams. Now the company has announced that Microsoft OneNote has joined the list."Now, with Apple Vision Pro, OneNote will make use of the infinite canvas of spatial computing," wrote Microsoft's Greg MacEachern in a blog post, "and can appear side-by-side with other great Microsoft apps like Word, Excel, and Teams at any scale for incredible multitasking." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:07 pmApple eyes Indonesia as new manufacturing base
As part of its push outside of China, Tim Cook told Indonesia's president Wednesday the company will "look at" manufacturing in the country. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:06 pmLastPass review – Does the original password manager still have what it takes?
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsClean designGreat password generatorDark web monitoringConsNo support for PasskeysPast security problemsOur VerdictLastPass remains a good password manager, but time seems to have passed it by when compared to some of its rivals. Price When ReviewedFree tier (one device); $3 per month, billed annually Best Prices Today: LastPass Retailer Price LastPass (annually) $36 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket LastPass was one of the pioneers of password managers, helping popularize the idea and show what a useful tool they can be for convenience and safety. Now, with so many quality alternatives available, how has the grandmaster stood the test of time? LastPass was a trailblazer and still has a legion of faithful users across the world. It’s not had an easy time over the past few years though, with high-profile data breaches, alongside the rise of several competitors that have set the standard for a modern-style password manager. So, how does the current version stand up to its impressive legacy? For alternatives to 1Password take a look at our roundup of the Best password managers. Software & Features Auto-fill login details Store passwords, payment details and credentials Syncs across different devices If you’ve never used a password manager before, then it can be something of a revelation. The principle is simple: you create a complex master password and then LastPass will remember all of the others that log you into accounts and online sites. When you get prompted for a login, a LastPass box will open up and auto-fill the details so you can quickly gain access to your account. Easy and very convenient. Getting set up is a little bit fiddly if you want to import your existing passwords from your browser password manager (say Chrome) or a rival app, although LastPass does provide detailed instructions for the process, so it’s reasonably quick to move everything across safely. Martyn Casserly Martyn Casserly Martyn Casserly Once in LastPass, the interface is clean and simple, with the Vault page being home to all your passwords, which you can look at and edit individually. This space is also where you can store additional information, such as payment details so that checkouts are auto-filled when you want to make a purchase, addresses, secure notes, plus important documents like a passport or driving licence. If you have a family member who wants the Netflix password, you can share this securely from LastPass without having to copy and paste it into a text message for the 1,000th time. If you want to up the randomness of your passwords, rather than sticking with combinations of birthdays and pet names, then the built-in generator allows you to create complex replacements that have various options – length, upper/lower case letters, symbols and numbers that would satisfy the demands of all sites and apps that can require different things. There’s also a security dashboard that shows how decent your current level of online safety is, along with suggestions on how to improve. It’s all standard fare for a password manager, although it lacks some of the customization options laid out by rivals such as 1Password. While LastPass does support biometrics (Touch ID and Face ID) for logging into the app, a big omission in the current version (at the time of writing) is support for Passkeys. These are the hot new thing in online security and although LastPass does say support is coming soon, you’ll already find this capability in Dashlane and 1Password. Security and Encryption AES 256-bit encryption Dark Web monitoring 2-Factor Authentication LastPass employs 256-bit AES end-to-end encryption to keep your passwords safe while being used to unlock your accounts. Again, this is pretty standard, as is the 2-factor authentication feature for an extra layer of protection to your data. Martyn Casserly Martyn Casserly Martyn Casserly Dark web monitoring is there to let you know whether any of your details have been exposed in data breaches. Sadly, this is necessary, as LastPass has been the victim of a few attacks in recent years that have made the headlines. As you’ll see in our is it safe to use LastPass? article, the company has reported several hacks in the past decade, which does call into question the security of the company. While you might argue that such public embarrassment might leave the engineers laser-focused on keeping up the digital drawbridge, the real problem is that LastPass isn’t the only game in town, so why would you choose one with a checkered history over others that have been rock solid? Price and Availability There are three tiers on the consumer side of LastPass – Free, Premium, and Families. The Free tier gives you most of the features on the service, albeit only on one type of device (mobile or desktop). For syncing across these platforms and 1GB of secure storage for other documents, you’ll need to sign up to Premium for $36/£31.99 p/a. If you need multiple accounts, then you can get six on the Families plan for $48/£40.80 p/a. LastPass is available on macOS, iOS/iPadOS, Android, and browser extensions for Chrome, Edge, Safari, Firefox and Opera. Should you buy LastPass? LastPass is a solid and reliable password manager that will serve many people well. That being said, it lacks some of the more advanced features you’ll find on rivals, and the security problems over the last few years does make it harder to recommend. Personal Software01:56 pmTim Cook makes diplomatic noises about Apple manufacturing in Indonesia
Tim Cook made a diplomatic comment about the possibility of Apple manufacturing in Indonesia, after the country’s president pressed him on the issue. The country is an important market for Apple, as the world’s 4th most populous country after China, India, and the US. Indonesia is one of a growing number of countries to use the threat of import tariffs as a way to encourage foreign companies to invest in the local economy, and Apple has so far used an indirect method to escape these … more…01:35 pmThese $90 earbuds can translate dozens of languages
Effortlessly communicate in 37 languages in real time. Get a pair of Mymanu Clik S translation earbuds for just $89.97 (regularly $157). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:32 pmApple CEO Cook’s visit to Indonesia is all about China
Apple will consider building an assembly facility in Indonesia, CEO Tim Cook said on Wednesday after meeting President Joko Widodo, who… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:15 pmWhatsApp chat filters separate unread messages, and groups
WhatsApp chat filters are the latest feature to be added to the popular messaging app, a few weeks after allowing users to pin multiple chats. You can now separate out only chats with unread messages, as well as separate group chats from individual ones … more…