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Apple TV Remote app for iOS updated with new Siri Remote icon, stability improvements
9to5Mac - Chance Miller
On the heels of iOS 12.2’s release yesterday, Apple today has updated the Apple TV Remote app for iOS. The update redesigns the app’s icon, making it similar to what’s found in Control Center for accessing
IPad Air
Get ESR Gear’s new iPad Mini and 10.5″ iPad Air case 25% off for a limited time
9to5Mac - Sponsored Post
Our sponsor ESR Gear is back with the launch of its popular protective accessories for Apple’s latest iPads. ESR has updated its classic Yippee Smart case and added new selections like the Rebound to the
App Store
Developers cautiously optimistic about the effects of Apple Arcade, report explains
9to5Mac - Chance Miller
Apple significantly increased its investment in gaming yesterday with the announcement of its new Apple Arcade service. While details are still sparse on the service, developers are optimistic about what
Windows 10
Ring’s Video Doorbell Pro is back at its all-time low of $165 (Reg. $250)
9to5Toys - Patrick Campanale
ProElectronics via Rakuten is now offering the Ring Video Doorbell Pro for $164.95 shipped when you use the code PRO30 at checkout. Note: You must be logged into a free Rakuten account to use this code.
Handy
YI’s 1080p Outdoor Security Camera keeps an eye on package deliveries, more: $60 (Save $20)
9to5Toys - Blair Altland
YI Technology via Amazon offers its 1080p Outdoor Security Camera for $59.99 shipped when code YIHOME30 has been applied at checkout. That’s good for a $20 discount from the going rate, is $4 under our
Apple Pay
Comment: Apple should make a non-folio iPhone wallet case to go with Apple Card
9to5Mac - Michael Potuck
After announcing the upcoming Apple Card at yesterday’s “It’s show time” event, I got to thinking about how Apple has never offered a non-folio wallet case for its iPhones. While I’m eager for a truly
Wireless Charging
AirPods 2 now available for in-store pickup
9to5Mac - Jeff Benjamin
If you’re looking to get your hands on a pair of second-generation AirPods, you may be able to score a pair directly from a brick and mortar Apple Store today via in-store pickup. Not all locations have
Apple
[Update] ITC judge finds Apple infringed Qualcomm patent, recommends US import ban on some iPhone models
9to5Mac - Benjamin Mayo
Update: The ITC board has just rejected a different case of infringement. The decision below will be reviewed with a final decision by July. No iPhone ban just yet. The Qualcomm-Apple patent battle continues.
App Store
Apple updates Shortcuts for iOS with Notes integration, new actions, more
9to5Mac - Chance Miller
Following the release of iOS 12.2 to the public yesterday, Apple today has updated the Shortcuts app for iOS. The update includes improvements to existing Shortcuts actions, as well as new tools for creating
IPad Pro
Score rare savings on Apple’s official Smart Folio for 12.9-inch iPad Pro, now $78 (Reg. $99)
9to5Toys - Trevor Daugherty
Amazon offers Apple’s official Smart Folio for the latest 12.9-inch iPad Pro in Pink Sand for $78 shipped. That’s down from the regular $99 price at most retailers like Best Buy and the lowest offer we’ve
Apple TV
Roku CEO explains why third-party platform support is necessary for Apple TV+ to succeed
9to5Mac - Michael Potuck
Roku’s CEO today sat down with CNBC to discuss Apple bringing its refreshed TV app along with its two new streaming services to third-party platforms. The move is a departure for Apple as the company keeps
IPad Pro
9to5Toys Lunch Break: iMac & Mac mini up to $300 off, Amazon Mac Accessory Sale from $20, iTunes Movies from $1, more
9to5Mac - Justin Kahn
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Johnson Controls
The unique GLAS Smart Thermostat lets you heat and cool your home with Alexa: $255 (Reg. $319)
9to5Toys - Blair Altland
Amazon is currently offering the Johnson Controls GLAS Smart Thermostat for $255 shipped. Normally selling for $319, that’s good for a just over 20% discount, is the third lowest offer we’ve seen and within
Radio Industry
Spotify set to buy mystery-theme focused podcast company, third acquisition in two months
9to5Mac - Michael Potuck
After spending several hundred million dollars on the acquisitions of podcast companies Gimlet and Anchor last month, Spotify is tripling down on its expansion into the podcast market with the purchase
Apple
Apple officially announces new Galleria Dallas retail store opening April 13th
9to5Mac - Michael Steeber
After confirming the closure dates of stores in Frisco and Plano, Texas earlier today, Apple has formally announced the grand opening of its newest U.S. retail store. Apple Galleria Dallas will open to
Google Assistant
Bring Google Assistant home w/ your choice of Lenovo Smart Displays from $85 (15% off)
9to5Toys - Trevor Daugherty
Lenovo’s official Rakuten storefront offers its 8-inch Smart Display with Google Assistant for $84.99 when promo code LEN15 is applied during checkout. You can also grab the larger 10-inch model for $127.49
Apple Store
Apple confirms Plano and Frisco, Texas retail stores will permanently close on April 12th
9to5Mac - Michael Steeber
Following the brief acknowledgment of retail consolidation in a statement in February, Apple has officially announced the closure dates of two of its store locations in Texas. On April 12th, Apple Stonebriar
Powerstrip
Smartphone Accessories: Leviton Two-Port USB In-Wall Outlet $16 Prime shipped, more
9to5Toys - Blair Altland
Amazon offers the Leviton T5632-W Two-Port USB In-Wall Outlet for $15.76 Prime shipped. Usually selling for $25, that’s good for a 36% discount and is the lowest price we’ve seen in over a year-and-a-half.
Apple
Analysts underwhelmed by Apple event – even the company’s card partner, Goldman Sachs
9to5Mac - Ben Lovejoy
Analysts seem to mostly share my view of yesterday’s Apple event. While there was acknowledgement that the new offerings would help to grow the company’s Services business, and AAPL did open just under
Rose Gold
Let Roborock’s laser-guided S5 Robot Vacuum handle the dirty work at $415.50 (Reg. $570)
9to5Toys - Blair Altland
Roborock Technology Co. (a Xiaomi-affiliated seller) via Amazon offers its S5 Wi-Fi-enabled Robot Vacuum and Mop in Rose Gold for $415.59 shipped when clipping the on-page coupon and applying code ROCKROBOS51
Garmin
Save 20% on Garmin’s vívoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch at $199 + Music edition for $240
9to5Toys - Blair Altland
Amazon offers the Garmin vívoactive 3 GPS Smartwatch for $199 shipped. Normally selling for $250 at retailers like Best Buy, that saves you slightly over 20% and is a new Amazon all-time low. Garmin’s
The Dark Knight
This week’s best iTunes movie deals: $10 4K film sale, Dark Knight Trilogy $25, $1 rental, more
9to5Toys - Trevor Daugherty
The iTunes movie storefront has been refreshed with a new batch of deals today highlighted by a notable $10 4K movie sale, along with standout offers on trilogies and this week’s $1 HD rental. Head below
Apple News App
[Update: fixed] Apple News app crashing for many iPhone and iPad users after updating to iOS 12.2, Apple working on fix
9to5Mac - Benjamin Mayo
Update: It appears Apple has fixed the crashing problem with a server-side change. The launch of Apple News+ is not going as smoothly as Apple had probably hoped. Many iPhone and iPad users are finding
Apple Events
Comment: Yesterday’s Apple event didn’t excite me – how about you?
9to5Mac - Ben Lovejoy
I have to say yesterday’s Apple event was something of a snoozefest for me. Now, I fully acknowledge that this is partly down to my particular tastes. I’m not a TV guy, for starters: I haven’t owned a
IKEA
Ikea offers sneak peek at its new Sonos-compatible speaker ahead of official unveiling
9to5Mac - Ben Lovejoy
Ikea is certainly milking the launch of its new Sonos-compatible speaker range, today offering a quick look at the first speaker in the range ahead of its official unveiling next month … Ikea began the
Apple Pay
Apple ends funding Apple Pay Cash from credit cards as it announces its own card
9to5Mac - Ben Lovejoy
Apple has quietly ended the the option of funding Apple Pay Cash balances from a credit card. The company made the low-key announcement on the same day it announced the Apple Card. Previously, if you to
Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs says it is ‘exploring international opportunities’ to launch Apple Card outside the US in the future
9to5Mac - Benjamin Mayo
One trend of the announcements yesterday was there was not too much love given to consumers outside of the United States. The Apple Card was announced as a US only product; a credit card that is integrated
Google Search
iPhone Not Secure: What does this message mean in Safari?
9to5Mac - Benjamin Mayo
In iOS 12.2 and macOS 10.14.4, you may notice a new warning in the URL bar when browsing the web in Safari. It says the page you are visiting is “Not Secure”. But what does this mean? Are you less secure
Apple
How to use PayPal for your Apple ID payment method
9to5Mac - Michael Potuck
Want to remove the credit or debit card you have on file for your Apple ID and use PayPal instead? Read on for how to change your Apple ID payment method. If you want to start using PayPal as your primary
IPad Pro
New features in iOS 12.2: Apple News+, new Animoji, new AirPods support, and more [Video]
9to5Mac - Jeff Benjamin
Apple has released the public version of iOS 12.2, which includes the launch of the company’s brand new Apple News+ subscription service for magazines. The update, which is available for all eligible iPads,