Sunday, November 30, 2014

Take note: Notability for Mac is half off this Cyber Monday


Take note: Notability for Mac is half off this Cyber Monday


As a result of its first price drop since its launch late last August, Notability for Mac is available on the Mac App Store for $4.99.







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Apple Store logos tinted red worldwide in support of World AIDS Day

Apple brick-and-mortar retail outlets around the world on Monday changed their iconic Apple logos red in recognition of World AIDS Day, which in 2014 is commemorating its 26th year of supporting those affected by the disease.













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T-Mobile’s Cyber Monday deals include free memory upgrades on iPhone 6, 5s and 5c


T-Mobile’s Cyber Monday deals include free memory upgrades on iPhone 6, 5s and 5c


This Cyber Monday, T-Mobile is offering a free memory upgrade with every purchase of a qualifying iPhone.







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Apple honors World AIDS Day with (RED) store makeover and fundraiser


Apple honors World AIDS Day with (RED) store makeover and fundraiser


Apple is also donating a portion of the proceeds from every product, accessory, and gift card it sells to the Global Fund to fight AIDS.







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Best Tweaks of the Week [November 24 – November30]

This past week we’ve not only had some cool tweaks come up in Cydia, we were given a new jailbreak for iOS 8.1.1. So if you’re not jailbroken yet, it’s the time to do it. If you need some convincing, let’s take a look back over this past week to see what tweaks are worth checking out. Continue reading From iPhone Hacks | #1 iPhone, iPad, iOS Blog

Apple retail store signage goes (RED) for World AIDS Day on Dec. 1

Like it did last year, Apple’s participation in this year’s Worlds AIDS Day will include changing the iconic glowing white Apple logo that hangs outside its retail stores to red in order to raise awareness for the fight against AIDS. The new red Apple signage is already up at Apple’s Australian stores (pictured above) as […] From 9to5Mac

Steve Jobs has been awarded almost 150 new patents since his death

Steve Jobs died on October 5, 2011, in Palo Alto, CA, leaving behind a legacy of technological innovation and having built one of the largest companies in the world. At the time of his death Jobs had been awarded 317 patents over the course of his li... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Apple turning lighted store logos red for World Aids Day 2014

As reported by Mashable, Apple today changed the color of the Apple logo at its flagship Sydney store from white to red as part of the company's World Aids Day campaign. Due to its timezone, the Sydney store is the first store to modify its logo with... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

This weekend in the App Store -- the best free apps, new apps and app updates

Here are some of the best free apps, app updates and new apps that have landed in the App Store recently. All app prices are USD and subject to change. Some deals may expire quickly, so grab them while you can. Apps Now Free Spender - Personal Finan... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Video: A hands on demo with Apple Watch

The release of the Apple Watch is still off in the distance, but excitement has been building for the product since it was announced. Despite all this excitement most of the footage we've seen of the device has been in controlled videos from Apple. G... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' trailer now featured by Apple

As announced last week, the first trailer for director J.J. Abrams' Star Wars: The Force Awakens is now being featured on Apple's iTunes trailers website. More like a teaser than a trailer, the 88-second clip provides a quick glimpse at the next Star... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

The Week in Review: news and features you don't want to miss

Last week was a busy one with your favorite TUAW writers posting some excellent How-To guides, commentary and other informative news articles. Here's a quick roundup of our recent feature worthy posts you may have missed: News Apple Watch website... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

A roundup of recent hardware reviews on TUAW

Last week, we reviewed a variety of hardware and accessories that'll complement your favorite iOS or OS X devices. Here's a quick roundup of recent hardware reviews that you may have missed: Mr. iPhone, meet Mr. Coffee WeMo Maker brings the fun o... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

All the best app reviews last week on TUAW

Last week was a busy one for apps in the iOS App Store, giving your favorite TUAW writers a chance to post some great reviews of the apps that grace their home screens. Here's a quick roundup of our recent reviews -- and a few app roundups -- you may... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Wallpapers of the week: snow frost

Continuing our simple nature series, including mountains and lakes, the next images feature winter snow and frost. Ending November in the northern hemisphere means winter is coming. This year, it seems winter is arriving more quickly than previous years. Living in the south eastern US, I experienced my first snow in early November. With Thanksgiving […] From iDownloadBlog.com

Apple emphatically recommends not to jail-break your iPhone

Apple has repeatedly advised users against jailbreaking their iOS devices, and in its Retail Store Purchase Policy, the company reiterates this point, emphatically asking users to stay away from “jail-breaking”. Continue reading From iPhone Hacks | #1 iPhone, iPad, iOS Blog

How to jailbreak iOS 8.1.1

Here’s how the game of iOS cat-and-mouse jailbreak works. A team releases a working jailbreak for the most recent version of iOS to the public. Apple moves to eliminate the exploit that made the last jailbreak possible, releases a new version of iOS, and stops ‘signing’ previous jailbreakable versions of iOS, meaning they can no […] From Cult of Mac

Cydia refresh: 33 new and updated tweaks to check out

In case you were too busy trying to burn the calories you gulped down over Thanksgiving, you might have heard that a new jailbreak for iOS 8.1.1 was released over the weekend. The TaiG jailbreak created the surprise, and to be honest, we’re still trying to wrap our heads around this release. But we’re not […] From iDownloadBlog.com

WordHeist brings good design to uninspired word game

WordHeist is a multiplayer word game that encourages theft for your own personal gain. Using your own letter bank, create words with up to three other players. Then steal each other's letters to create your own words and protect yours from being stol... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Best deals of the week: NYOP Must-Have Mac Bundle, Invisible BT Earpiece, more [Deals]

Cult of Mac Deals offers tech lovers the gadgets and tools they want most and at prices that can’t be beat, often with free shipping included. Today we feature four deals on incredible tech and tech related products such as the NYOP Must Have Mac Bundle, the iHealth Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker, plus more. […] From Cult of Mac

Google Chrome crashes hard with Mac OS 10.10.2 beta, here’s the fix

…Use Safari! (J/K) Google Chrome 39 had started to crash for me as soon as I updated to 10.10.2 Beta. I tried all of the normal things (trashing Google prefs, using Canary, etc etc). Nothing worked except downgrading back to Mac OS 10.10.1 stable. It turns out that the new 10.10.2 has some new Trackpad […] From 9to5Mac

Apple recommends you do not jail-break. Really.

While jailbreaking an iPhone is legal in the US, Apple has always clearly stood against it, warning that it may void your warranty. You can’t criticize Apple for this policy because it makes lots of sense. Why would they try to fix an issue if the device is running unauthorized code on it, right? Reddit […] From iDownloadBlog.com

This app lets you unlock your Mac with Touch ID

First introduced with the iPhone 5s, Apple’s Touch ID fingerprint sensor is one of the easiest and most convenient ways to unlock your iPhone and iPad. And now, thanks to a new app, it’s also one of the easiest and most convenient ways to unlock your Mac. Called FingerKey, this new utility works by using […] From Cult of Mac

Review: Deliveries for Mac and iOS is the perfect way to track your online orders for the holidays

With Cyber Monday coming up, a lot of us shop online, as opposed to going out to the store. It would be nice if there was an easy way to track all of your packages. Of course you could set up mail rules to filter any emails that contain the words, “the tracking number,” but […] From 9to5Mac

Today’s apps gone free: ClearWeather, Geography Duel, Captune and more


Todays apps gone free: ClearWeather, Geography Duel, Captune and more


Todays AGF list includes a weather app, an educational game, and a video recording app.







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Teach your youngsters more about football with Kids Learn Football

Football has become a national passion that takes over out weekends from Labor Day through the Super Bowl in early February. Now you can help your kids have a better understanding of the rules and terminology used in America's favorite game with Kids... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

The AppAdvice week in review: The ‘iPad Air Plus’ makes its unofficial debut

Best Deals of the Week: Must Have Mac Bundle, Activity Monitor, Cyber Security Bundle, and More [Deals Hub]

There are so many great offers in the iPhone Hacks Deals Hub that it’s easy to miss one. We try to alert you to all of the best deals around, and this is your chance to catch those savings that may have otherwise slipped through the cracks. Take a look at the best deals of the week from the iPhone Hacks Deals Hub. You’ll be glad you did, and your wallet will thank you, too. Continue reading From iPhone Hacks | #1 iPhone, iPad, iOS Blog

Amazing Brick and 2048 developer Ketchapp releases addictive arcade racer 2 Cars


Amazing Brick and 2048 developer Ketchapp releases addictive arcade racer 2 Cars


Tap to switch lanes, collect all of the circles, and avoid all of the squares. Easy, right?







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Mighty Smighties: Battle of the smightiest

Players compete in real time matches or single player missions in their attempt to be the best card commander around in Mighty Smighties. Building a strong card deck and strengthening that deck is key to success when customizing a character's strateg... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

The iOS 8.1.1 jailbreak, and other news from this week

Like every Sunday, we get to take a look at some of the most popular posts that were published on iDB during the week that just ended. Whether it is a news item, a new jailbreak tweak, a tutorial, or an app review, we sum it all up in one convenient place for you. As […] From iDownloadBlog.com

NFL ‘Legion of Boom’ cornerback Richard Sherman presents Letters of Boom


NFL ‘Legion of Boom’ cornerback Richard Sherman presents Letters of Boom


What happens if you get Richard Sherman, one of the cornerback members of the Seattle Seahawks Legion of Boom, to make a word game?







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Saturday, November 29, 2014

Join cloned Champions in the fight against the zombie apocalypse in The Last War


Join cloned Champions in the fight against the zombie apocalypse in The Last War


Mankind is set to take its last stand in The Last War, and it sure can use your help.







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Canopy offers curated shopping on Amazon

So many of us love shopping on Amazon, but at times the choices can be overwhelming. Canopy (free) is a new iOS app designed as sort of a front door for Amazon, offering community-curated shopping suggestions for items offered on the online shopping ... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Top 10 Winterboard Themes for iOS 8

Once you get your tweaks all set up for iOS 8, the next thing you start looking for is a Winterboard theme to change up the look of your device. Well, it took a little while before we got themes that were updated for iOS 8 and the iPhone 6/6+, but today we’re bringing you 10 themes that you’ll be sure to enjoy. Continue reading From iPhone Hacks | #1 iPhone, iPad, iOS Blog

Best Black Friday Weekend Deals on Macs, iPhones, iPads, Apps and Accessories

While Black Friday is gone, many retailers and online stores continue to offer their Black Friday discounts over this weekend. Here are the best Black Friday Weekend deals. Continue reading From iPhone Hacks | #1 iPhone, iPad, iOS Blog

Daily Deals for November 29, 2014, featuring four holiday giveaways

It's time to save some of that hard-earned cash with our Daily Deals, featuring exclusive TUAW Deals, a handy list from Dealnews and our own handpicked iOS and OS X selections. All prices are USD and subject to change. Some deals may expire quickly.... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

How to manage your iCloud security and Apple Pay settings from the Web

Ever since Apple transitioned from its legacy MobileMe service to iCloud, it has sought to add more cloud features to match those of Google and Dropbox. With iOS 8 and Yosemite Apple has also opened iCloud Drive for file storage and Family Sharing of purchases, but managing your iCloud account can be challenging and confusing, especially when it comes to security.













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Apple Watch website updated with new product details and UI information

Apple last week provided a bit of a makeover to its Apple Watch webpage, adding a number of interesting tidbits regarding the device's UI and functionality. Specifically, three new sections were added: Timekeeping, New Ways to Connect, and Health & ... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Upcoming puzzler Tile Enigma is about sliding and striping to serenity


Upcoming puzzler Tile Enigma is about sliding and striping to serenity


Learn about the calm, yet stimulating power of Tile Enigma, plus get notified upon the games release.







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Hot deals ending soon: ilumi LED Smartbulb, NetSpot Pro, TMA-1 Headphones, more [Deals]

The products on sale at Cult of Mac Deals are selected because of their usability, versatility, and durability. Sadly, they can’t be offered forever. Today we feature four deals whose time has come to sail off into the sunset. Get on these now before you miss out. ilumi LED Smartbulb With the ilumi LED Smartbulb, […] From Cult of Mac

TaiG’s jailbreak for iOS 8.1.1 is available now for Windows users


TaiG’s jailbreak for iOS 8.1.1 is available now for Windows users


A jailbreak solution is available now for Apple's iOS 8.1.1 software update.







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Today’s apps gone free: Geekbench 3, 300, The Nutcracker Musical Storybook and more

Impractical ICE BlackBox can film, share emergency situations

ICE BlackBox promises a secure, easy system for delivering audio, video and your location to personalized emergency contacts with the push of a button in any emergency situation. It also features a one-touch "Call 911" button to connect you directly ... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Homescreen, Screeny and other awesome new apps you need to check out

Caturday: Le magnifique chat devant l'iMac

Ahhh, the hunting grounds of the magnificent tuxedo cat ... in front of an iMac. This is Kali, a cat belonging to the daughter of TUAW reader Denis Giguere of Laval, Quebec. Denis poetically notes that: We are currently sitting Kali, one of our daug... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Settle those sports arguments with Who Won Sports

Many of us love to argue or rather have animated discussions about a variety of topics, politics, religion, where to go for the best hamburger and the king of argument starters: Sports. Now with Who Won Sports you and your friends can settle those di... From TUAW: Apple news, reviews and how-tos since 2004 RSS Feed

Roundup: Holiday app deals bring deep discounts on Infinity Blade Trilogy, Fantastical, more

As brick-and-mortar shops welcome an onslaught of holiday shoppers looking for the year's best savings, purveyors of digital goods are also offering deep discounts and promotions for their wares.













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