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Oct 29th 2019
 
HomePod adds new Ambient Sounds feature, here's every command to try so far
Michael Potuck - 5:16 pm EDT

Along with the release of iOS 13.2 for iPhone and iPad, Apple rolled out the same update for HomePod, bringing highly anticipated features like Handoff, support for multiple users, and Ambient Sounds (now temporarily pulled). Read on for how to use HomePod Ambient Sounds to play all the available options including white noise, rain, fireplace, ocean, forest, and more.

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Twitter for Mac receives first update since iPad version adapted for macOS
Michael Potuck - 4:00 pm EDT

Twitter brought its app back to the Mac earlier this month with the help of Catalyst. Now the app is seeing its first major update and there are a host of improvements and bug fixes for app stability, keyboard shortcuts, multiple account management, and much more.

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Apple TV app expands beyond Samsung Smart TVs with Sony update ahead of Apple TV+ debut
Filipe Espósito - 3:49 pm EDT

Apple announced back in March that it would take the Apple TV app to other platforms, including Smart TVs from LG, Samsung, Sony, and Vizio. Although only Samsung TVs have received the app so far, some users have noticed today that the Apple TV app is now available on some Sony TV models.

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AirPods Pro vs Powerbeats Pro: How specs, size, price, and more compare
Chance Miller - 3:30 pm EDT

Apple has officially released AirPods Pro with new features such as Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency mode, and more. With a $249 price tag, they’re direct competitors to the Powerbeats Pro. Read on as we walk through how AirPods Pro stack up vs Powerbeats Pro.

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PlayStation Vue shutting down after Sony can't find buyer for streaming TV service
Michael Potuck - 2:23 pm EDT

Last week we heard that Sony was looking to sell its streaming TV service, PlayStation Vue. Now, shortly after that news, the company has announced that it will be permanently shutting down the service in January 2020 as the “highly competitive Pay TV industry, with expensive content and network deals, has been slower to change than we expected.”

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Apple releases macOS Catalina 10.15.1 update with new Emoji, HomeKit Secure Video support, and more
Filipe Espósito - 1:19 pm EDT

Following the launch of iOS 13.2 and watchOS 6.1, Apple today has released macOS Catalina 10.15.1. This update includes over 70 new Emoji, support for AirPods Pro, HomeKit Secure Video, and more. This is the first major update since the launch of macOS Catalina earlier this month.

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Apple releasing watchOS 6.1 to the public with Apple Watch Series 1 and Series 2 support, more
Chance Miller - 1:04 pm EDT

Apple today is releasing watchOS 6.1 to the public after developer beta testing. The update includes performance improvements, and brings watchOS 6 to the Apple Watch Series 1 and Series 2.

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Linksys debuts Velop WiFi 6 mesh system with speeds up to 5.3Gbps, 6,000 sq ft coverage
Michael Potuck - 12:31 pm EDT

Linksys is out today with its latest router that brings WiFi 6 (802.11ax) to its Velop mesh system. The new Velop WiFi 6 is capable of speeds up to 5.3Gbps, has a 2.2GHz quad-core processor, covers homes up to 6,000 sq. ft., and comes in one- or two-packs.

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AirPods Pro delivery times jump ahead for some early customers
Michael Potuck - 12:12 pm EDT

AirPods Pro are set to arrive in Apple Stores and to early customers who ordered online as soon as tomorrow, October 30th. However, some who ordered immediately got a delivery date of October 31st. Now some of those customers are seeing an updated delivery date of the 30th.

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Best Buy Apple Event discounts MacBook Pro, AirPods charging case hits new low, more on sale today
Trevor Daugherty - 12:02 pm EDT

Best Buy’s latest Apple event discounts MacBook Pro and more, while Apple’s official AirPods wireless charging case is on sale. You can also pick up the Twelve South CaddySack at a 20% discount today. All that and more is in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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ToothFairy Mac utility updated for AirPods Pro ahead of launch
Chance Miller - 11:54 am EDT

On the heels of the unveil of AirPods Pro yesterday, the ToothFairy utility app for macOS has been updated with AirPods Pro support and more.

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Apple TV+ execs: November 1 is just 'the starting line' for Apple's video service
Benjamin Mayo - 10:58 am EDT

In a new interview with Variety, Apple’s head of worldwide video programming Zac van Amburg and Jamie Erlicht discuss the Apple TV+ streaming service ahead of its November 1 launch.

The execs say that Apple TV+’s first year of programming is bigger than they thought it would be, with at least one new TV show or movie every month. They tease that the investment is only ramping up, with even higher total number of originals in the second year.

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9to5Mac Daily: October 29, 2019 – AirPods Pro officially announced
Chance Miller - 10:24 am EDT

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Act surprised: the first Xiaomi smartwatch closely resembles the Apple Watch
Ben Lovejoy - 9:57 am EDT

The new Xiaomi smartwatch hasn’t yet been officially launched, but the company has shared images and details for the device, which will probably be named the Mi Watch.

Unsurprisingly, for a company born out of copying Apple devices, the Mi Watch bears an, er, strong resemblance to the Apple Watch

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AirPods Pro replacement and repair costs rise to $89 per earbud, same for case
Michael Potuck - 9:37 am EDT

AirPods Pro have launched with new features that make them some of the most capable fully wireless earphones on the market. With the new features and $249 price tag, the replacement and repair costs have gone up for both the Wireless Charging Case and the AirPods Pro earbuds which will likely make the $29 AppleCare an easier decision for many customers.

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Duolingo Stories provide a fun way to test your language skills in the iOS app
Ben Lovejoy - 9:12 am EDT

Learning a new language can be hard work, and testing your reading and listening comprehension isn’t always the most riveting part of the process. Duolingo Stories is designed to change that, providing a more interesting way to map your progress…

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Adobe previews precise Photoshop object selection powered by Sensei AI
Michael Steeber - 9:00 am EDT

Adobe has published a sneak peek video showing off an impressive new feature coming soon to desktop Photoshop. A new Object Selection Tool hopes to speed up editing workflows through Sensei technology, Adobe's artificial intelligence platform.

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Apple's annual Halloween movie sale starts at $5, plus new $1 rentals, more
9to5Toys - 8:59 am EDT

Apple has now kicked off its annual Halloween movie sale, discounting various genres and more from $5. There’s also a nice selection of $1 rentals this week too alongside a handful of other notable price drops. Hit the jump for all of our top picks from Apple’s latest sale.

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AirPods Pro first impressions: Noise cancellation 'better than expected,' impressive fit, design [Videos]
Michael Potuck - 8:26 am EDT

AirPods Pro are set to arrive at Apple Stores and for customers who preordered tomorrow, October 30th. Ahead of the official release, we’ve got our first look at Apple’s latest fully wireless earphones with active noise cancellation in unboxing and initial review videos from iJustine, MKBHD, and SuperSaf.

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WhatsApp fixes one of its most annoying bugs in new update to iOS app
Ben Lovejoy - 7:59 am EDT

WhatsApp has finally fixed one its annoying bugs in the latest update to its iOS update: you will no longer see unread notifications badges for muted chats …

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Supply chain gives more evidence of base model iPhone 11 beating expectations
Ben Lovejoy - 7:16 am EDT

We’ve heard a number of reports of the iPhone 11 beating expectations in terms of early sales. A new supply-chain report today backs the idea that it’s the base model that is leading the way.

That always seemed a likely bet, with the LCD model arguably offering the best bang for the buck, and relatively few reasons to opt for the more expensive Pro model …

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Poll: Are you buying the new in-ear AirPods Pro with noise cancellation?
Chance Miller - 9:28 pm EDT

Apple today officially announced its new AirPods Pro. Packing noise cancellation, water- and sweat-resistance, and more, there’s a lot to like about Apple’s latest AirPods. Are you buying Apple’s new AirPods Pro?

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Mario Kart Tour has a successful first month for Nintendo, but revenue lags
Chance Miller - 7:26 pm EDT

Just over a month ago, Nintendo released its highly anticipated Mario Kart Tour game for both iOS and Android. The initial launch day stats looked strong, and new data from Sensor Tower today reveals that Mario Kart Tour was downloaded over 123 million times in its first month of availability.

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