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The true dread of going back to the office, hilariously realized
What will it feel like when your bosses encourage you -- no, force you -- to go back to the office? Watch and wonder.
Apple's charger sprawl is bananas
Peanut butter charging time! Clearly, the situation we have now is untenable and needs to be resolved. But there are multiple factors at play that may be preventing Apple's charging situation from being consolidated.
Apple at Target looks like a retail expansion bullseye
Building on a long run at Best Buy, Apple's dedicated space at the mass merchant gives many of its most important products the Apple Store experience shine.
iPhone 13 buyers beware! If you want 4K ProRes, you're going to pay Apple more money than you think
The base 128GB iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max both have a limitation you should be aware of.
AirPods battery going bad? Here's an inventive fix
Podswap makes it easy to turn old AirPods with poor battery life into like-new AirPods.
The best iPhones: Which model is right for you?
Apple released four new iPhone 13 models, but continues to sell four older generation models to round out its pricing lineup. You can now find iPhone models directly from Apple starting at $399 all of the way up to $1599 so start with the price you want to pay to find your perfect iPhone model.
Why the iPad Mini 6 is Apple's most exciting new product in years
Apple's new iPad Mini may not be a phone, but it's the only device many users need.
The best smartwatches: Apple and Samsung battle for your wrist
It's been seven years since the first Apple Watch was released, and it's pretty clear to most that Apple's wearable is arguably the best smartwatch available. It requires an iPhone, though, so Android phone owners need a different companion... and there are plenty of good options available.
My picks and pans from Apple's iPhone 13 event: To buy or not to buy?
This is proving to be a very expensive year. David takes a look at the latest Apple product announcements and shows you what he's going to purchase, and what he's leaving on the Apple Store table.
Flagship iPhone 13 feature is rough around the edges
But Apple's new Cinematic Mode feature is still more than good enough for most users.
Here's everything Apple announced at its iPhone 13 event
A new iPad and iPad Mini, Apple Watch Series 7, expanded Apple Fitness Plus -- Cupertino's "California Streaming" event was chock full of new goodies. Here's everything the company revealed today.
iPad Mini 6 is not a phone (and 3 more things Apple got wrong at California Streaming)
I'm scratching my head at some of these Cupertino misses.
Apple unveils new design features for Apple Watch Series 7
The latest Apple Watch will be rolled out later this year.
iOS 15: Your iPhone's next big software update will be available Sept. 20
iPadOS 15 and WatchOS 8 will also launch the same day.
iPhone launches are boring because Apple has no competition
Apple is in competition with itself from a year ago.
Incipio and Survivor cases: Sleek, stylish protection for the Apple iPhone 12
The four new Apple iPhone 12 devices are available to purchase and case collections from Incipio and Survivor are now available to protect your new investment.
CASETiFY cases for Apple iPhone 12: Personalized drop and antimicrobial protection
CASETiFY makes cases that offer serious protection, look great, and provide easy personalization. The new iPhone 12 cases protect your new iPhone from drops while also eliminating 99% of the bacteria that might land on your phone.
Presidio2 Armor Cloud for Apple iPhone 12: 16 feet drop and antimicrobial protection
The Apple iPhone 12 is now available and with it comes a host of case options. Speck has several available options and one of its newest models is the Presidio2 Armor Cloud.
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iPhone 12 first look: Everything unveiled at Apple's 'Hi, Speed' event [in pictures]
CEO Tim Cook and Company show off the latest iPhones and a whole lot more.
Casetify Apple Watch 6 bands hands-on: Affordable leather and metal bands
One of the great things about owning an Apple Watch is switching out the bands to fit your style, mood, activity, or another occasion. Casetify has several options available at prices much more affordable than bands you can purchase from Apple.
Apple Watch watchOS 7 Battery Settings
To find this on your Apple Watch, go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health
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First look: Everything iPad unveiled at Apple's 'Time Flies' event [in pictures]
CEO Tim Cook and Company show off the latest iPads and iPad OS.
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First look: Everything Apple Watch unveiled at 'Time Flies' event [in pictures]
CEO Tim Cook and Company show off the latest Apple Watch products.
27-inch iMac (August 2020)
Apple gives the 27-inch iMac a refresh.
Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3NXC
The new Aegis Secure Key 3NXC builds on Apricorn's Secure Key 3z and Aegis Secure Key 3NX, taking the same proven form-factor and physical keypad, and adding something that users have been asking for -- USB-C support.
Lauco 8-in-1 world's smallest 100W USB-C wireless charging hub
Need a USB-C hub that can turn a single port into a multitude of ports? Want the hub to wirelessly charge your gadgets? Want it to be small?
Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB-C hub
If you need a portable USB-C hub with an Ethernet port, this is for you.
iStat Menus -- in pictures
iStat Menus gives an at-a-glance look at CPU and RAM usage, network performance, temperatures and fan speeds, battery status and much more.
Parallels Toolbox 4 for Windows and Mac
New features include Break Time, Unit Convertor, and Enhanced Search.
Certo AntiSpy iPhone Spyware Detection
Certo AntiSpy is not an app. Instead, it is a utility that you download and install on a Windows or Mac, and you use that to scan a backup of your iOS or iPadOS for subtle signs of intrusion.
Apple is facing a massive e-waste problem
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes explains that an ecosystem consisting of 1.65 billion devices is a ticking time bomb that will need to be dealt with... somehow. Read more: http://zd.net/3aPaCMN
iOS 14.5: Catching up on updates and feature enhancements
Jason Squared's Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani talk about the new features in the upcoming iOS release and some you may have missed late last year. Read more: http://zd.net/36GG6TX
USB 4 and Thunderbolt and DisplayPort, oh my! Let's talk docking stations and hubs
Need more ports on your laptop or tablet? Jason Squared's Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani talk about the best gear to make that happen. Read more: http://zd.net/2YtVkXH
Apple introduces privacy information for apps across all of its stores
Cupertino is currently trusting developers to report honestly on what permissions and actions their apps are taking.
Magnets Squared: We're all-in on Apple's new MagSafe wireless charging standard
Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani discuss Apple’s new magnetic approach to wireless charging and accessories for the iPhone. Read more: https://zd.net/3iB0Hhm
Apple Fitness Plus: Is it good enough to replace your health club?
Jason Squared's Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani bring in a special guest to talk about Apple's new Fitness Plus workout service. Read more: https://zd.net/3nAcLAl
I went to an Apple store and had a surprising conversation
Chris Matyszczyk has had enough of his iPhone XR. But the buying experience is now very different. Read more: http://zd.net/3b9k9zZ
Apple now shows you all the ways iOS apps track you
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes says we all knew apps were secretly collecting data and tracking us, but now Apple is forcing developers to come clean. Read more: http://zd.net/2KioQwf
AirPods Max review: They're pricey, but are they worth it?
The two Jasons have the brand-new $600 Apple headsets that are utterly packed with technology. Keep or return them? Read more: https://zd.net/3r7JRdO
M1 MacBook Air review: Impressive, but my Intel MacBook Pro is better
Apple promises faster performance, longer battery life, and video editing capability with the new M1-based MacBook Air. But can it really handle all that work? ZDNet's Beth Mauder puts the new M1 MacBook Air to the test. Read more: https://zd.net/2IGCjxd
iPhone problems? Fixes seem to be coming
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes explains to Karen Roby that testing of iOS 14.3 public beta suggests that it brings stability to the platform -- finally! Read more: https://zd.net/3qBmoBf
How John Hancock Insurance combined apps, customer experience, and wearable data
Brooks Tingle, president and CEO of John Hancock Insurance, outlines to ZDNet's Larry Dignan the company's wearable device partnerships with Fitbit, Apple, and Amazon and how data, apps, gamification, and actuarial tables go together. Read more: https://zd.net/36Y6Hva
Apple's iOS 14 update is driving me crazy
Chris Matyszczyk says Apple's apps don't always make things better, as I recently discovered. Read more: https://zd.net/38WaKL1
Apple Silicon M1: What does the future hold?
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes says if you're worried about the current limitations, don't be. Read more: https://zd.net/33dC4AT
Apple Silicon M1: Surprise, disappointment, and the future of the Mac
In this week's Jason Squared, Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani discuss Apple’s final announcement of 2020 and whether it lived up to the hype. Read more: https://zd.net/32DirBO
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