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Dec 2nd 2019
 
FBI deems FaceApp a 'potential counterintelligence threat' because of its ties to Russia
Chance Miller - 5:43 pm EST

Remember FaceApp? It went viral over the summer as a way to transform your selfies with aging effects, glasses, and more. Almost immediately after it went viral, users started voicing concerns over the app's privacy policy and its ties to Russia. This prompted US Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to call on the FBI to investigate FaceApp for potential national security concerns.

Now, the FBI has officially responded to Schumer's request, stating that apps developed in Russia, including FaceApp, to be "potential counterintelligence threats."

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What is mini LED and what could it mean for iPad and MacBook?
Michael Potuck - 5:11 pm EST

Over the last year or so, we’ve been hearing more and more about new LCD display technologies, and we may see Apple adopt them in its devices as soon as next year. Follow along for an explainer on what mini LED display tech is, and why Apple is moving to it with iPad and MacBook Pro soon.

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Top 10 Cyber Monday deals still available
9to5Toys - 5:07 pm EST

It's been a huge weekend of deals with Black Friday kicking off earlier than ever before, and Cyber Monday followed up beautifully today with a number of new all-time lows. But the sun is setting on Cyber Monday 2019 and deals are starting to go out of stock. So if you're trying to find the best offers still out there, then our roundup of the top ten Cyber Monday deals still available is for you. Head below for all of the best offers still available as of 5PM.

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Spotify update brings Sleep Timer feature for iOS users starting today
Filipe Espósito - 4:37 pm EST

Spotify launched earlier this year the new “Sleep Timer” feature, which stops the music playback after a specific time, but it was only available for the Android version of the app at the time. Starting today, Spotify for iOS will get access to the same functionality.

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Transit delivers promised Apple Watch app return with wheelchair-accessible trips and more
Michael Potuck - 4:36 pm EST

After pulling its Apple Watch app almost two years ago, the popular Transit for iOS is back on Apple’s wearable along with gaining details when trips are wheelchair-accessible.

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Apple forced to face class action lawsuit over problematic butterfly keyboards
Chance Miller - 4:31 pm EST

Apple will have to continue battling a class-action lawsuit in California over its butterfly keyboard design. Reuters reports today that a federal judge has rejected Apple's request to dismiss the proposed class-action lawsuit over the keyboard's failure and reliability issues.

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Apple's latest 'Shot on iPhone 11 Pro' video showcases a cinematic snowball fight
Chance Miller - 3:08 pm EST

Following the release of its annual holiday ad last week, Apple today has shared a new Shot on iPhone ad. This time, the focus is on a “cinematic snowball fight” captured with the iPhone 11 Pro. Check out the video below.

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Hands-on: an awesome Mac mini hub from Satechi [Video]
Miles Somerville - 1:55 pm EST

The Mac mini, while a great device, has lacked some essential I/O since the 2018 refresh. The SD card slot in particular has been missed on this latest-generation mini. Thankfully, Satechi has designed a sleek and functional USB-C Hub for the new Mac mini. more…

The post Hands-on: an awesome Mac mini hub from Satechi [Video] appeared first on 9to5Mac.


 
Analyst expects Apple to split flagship iPhone releases into separate summer and fall launches, starting 2021
Benjamin Mayo - 1:25 pm EST

Apple could switch up its iPhone release cycle as soon as 2021 according to a new analyst report from JP Morgan’s Samik Chatterjee (via Marketwatch).

Since the iPhone 4S in 2011, Apple has released its flagship iPhone models all at once in the fall — almost always in mid-September. What JPMorgan proposes is that there would be two pairs of iPhone launches in 2021, one in the first half (presumably in the March-June timeframe) and one in the second half (the normal September holiday period).

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9to5Mac Daily: December 02, 2019 – Apple Pay Express Transit, Mini LED iPad + MacBook
Chance Miller - 1:07 pm EST

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple's Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

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Kuo: Apple releasing 12.9-inch iPad and 16-inch MacBook Pro with mini LED in late 2020
Chance Miller - 11:11 am EST

Reliable Apple analyst MIng-Chi Kuo is out with a new investor note today that offers a timeline on Apple’s switch to mini-LED technology. According to the analyst, mini LED will come to the iPad and MacBook line starting next year.

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New to the 16-inch MacBook Pro? These accessories are essential for professionals
Zac Hall - 11:11 am EST

Apple’s new 16-inch MacBook Pro is easy to recommend for replacing a MacBook Pro from 2015 or earlier. It has a reliable keyboard (unlike 2016 to 2019 15.4-inch models), significantly better microphones and speakers, and a more immersive display.

But unlike MacBook Pros from a few years ago, the new 16-inch MacBook Pro has the same (lack of) ports as recent MacBook Pros. The good news is the market for adapters and cables has expanded over the last four years, and there are plenty of must-have accessories for professionals.

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[Update: New deals] Best Cyber Monday deals: Save on MacBooks, iPads, Apple Watch, HomeKit tech, more
Trevor Daugherty - 10:00 am EST

With Black Friday in the books, it's time to turn our attention to Cyber Monday. We're expecting this year's big online-only event to deliver several notable offers on Apple products, but also TVs, smart home gear, and much more. We'll be working around the clock over at 9to5Toys to deliver all of the best deals throughout the weekend. Make sure you're following us on Twitter as well, so you don't miss out. Head below for all of the best Cyber Monday deals and more.

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The post [Update: New deals] Best Cyber Monday deals: Save on MacBooks, iPads, Apple Watch, HomeKit tech, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.


 
Feature request: Synchronize learned spellings across Apple devices via iCloud
Ben Lovejoy - 9:34 am EST

Temporarily working on a second Mac has identified a small but annoying gap in the Apple ecosystem: There’s no way to synchronize learned spellings across Apple devices.

If you create Text Replacements, these behave the way you’d expect: Create them on any Apple device, and they sync via iCloud. For example…

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Quitting Facebook will soon be easier with Apple-backed photo export tool
Ben Lovejoy - 7:55 am EST

Quitting Facebook could soon be easier as the company begins testing a tool to allow you to export your photos and videos to other social media platforms…

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Apple and others need to consult emergency services over automatic SOS calls
Ben Lovejoy - 7:13 am EST

Apple, Samsung, and other tech giants need to consult emergency services before implementing features that automatically place 911 calls. The plea has come from EENA, an organization representing more than 1,500 emergency services in over 80 countries.

It says that although features like Fall Detection on the Apple Watch and Auto-call for Emergency SOS on the iPhone are well-intentioned and have been credited with saving a great many people, they can also cost lives…

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[Update: New deals] Best Apple Watch Cyber Monday deals: Latest models $100 off, more
Trevor Daugherty - 6:01 am EST

Black Friday is set to be home to this year’s best Apple Watch deals. All of the top retailers, including Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target are all slated to offer aggressive discounts on Apple’s latest wearables. Specifically, large price drops on Apple Watch Series 3 and the new Apple Watch Series 5 are sure to be the most popular this time around. You’ll find all of the best Apple Watch Black Friday deals down below.

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[Update: New deals] Best iPad Cyber Monday deals: Up to $400 off, $180 off iPad Air, more
Trevor Daugherty - 6:00 am EST

All of Apple’s latest tablets will be included in this year’s best Cyber Monday iPad deals, with notable price drops mainly coming on the 2019 10.2-inch iPad. WalmartBest Buy, Amazon, and Target will all be offering sale prices during Thanksgiving week with deals on Apple’s iPad Pro, mini, and more. All of the best iPad Black Friday deals can be found just below.

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Analyst estimates Apple sold 3 million AirPods over Black Friday / Cyber Monday weekend
Benjamin Mayo - 5:38 am EST

Apple is estimated to sell about 3 million pairs of AirPods and AirPods Pro over the Black Friday through Cyber Monday period. That’s according to Dan Ives at Wedbush, citing channel checks and inventory shortages at retailers.

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Cyber Monday bundle includes must-have Mac apps for $36: Parallels, TextExpander, Aurora HDR, more
Trevor Daugherty - 12:01 am EST

We’re kicking off Cyber Monday with a very notable Mac app deal here at 9to5Toys, one that delivers some of the most popular apps out there at new all-time low prices. This year’s Limited Edition Mac App Bundle delivers big names like Parallels Desktop, TextExpander, Aurora HDR, and more at rock-bottom pricing. All 13 apps hold a combined value of nearly $1,300 when stacked together with their original prices, but we’re offering them all during Cyber Monday for $36 when you apply promo code GETMAC40 at checkout. This offer is available through Tuesday. You’ll find full details on this year’s bundle, along with notable standouts, just below. Be sure to act now, though, as we’re not likely to see this kind of discount again any time soon.

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OWC offers deals on USB-C and Thunderbolt docks for Cyber Monday, free USB-C Travel Dock
Sponsored Post - 7:41 pm EST

OWC is offering two great deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday including a free USB-C Travel Dock with the purchase of its popular 14-port Thunderbolt 3 dock, and two deals on its other USB docks.

Head below for a full look at the deals:

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