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iOS 13 public beta: The best things to try now that it’s live

How many more things can Apple add to a new version of iOS to make the iPhone better? This year’s version, iOS 13, feels more like a big mix of features more than a cohesive revamp. In a year where Dark Mode is the most-touted part of iOS, you should know you’re in for a …

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Microsoft may have foldable Surface that runs Android apps in works

Microsoft is reportedly working on a foldable Surface for release in the first six months of next year. It’s likely to have two 9-inch screens with a 4:3 aspect ratio, market research firm IHS Markit told Forbes, citing a source within the supply chain. The hybrid device will apparently use the company’s Windows Lite OS, which is a slimmed-down, dual-screen …

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Apple fires back: Spotify pays fees on less than 1% of its members

Spotify pays Apple a 15% fee for only about 0.5% of its paid members, according to Apple’s response to Spotify’s complaint about App Store fees. In March, Spotify filed a complaint against Apple to Europe’s antitrust watchdog, claiming that Apple uses App Store policies and a system of fees to smother competition.  In its response, Apple said that Spotify doesn’t currently …

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5 reasons you should not install the iPadOS or iOS 13 beta yet

The iPadOS and iOS 13 public beta are both here and ready for you to install and test out. MacOS Catalina is also expected in public beta form today. However, “test” is the key word there, because although you can update your iPhone or iPad to the upcoming version of Apple’s mobile operating systems, it doesn’t mean you should. Sure, you’re …

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MacOS Catalina’s 3 best features in the public beta

The public beta of MacOS 10.15 Catalina is here for everyone to try, now that Apple has released it early — along with the public betas for both iOS 13 and iPadOS. We’ve been testing the various Catalina betas since early June and we have hands-on insights on what’s in it and the best new features you’re going to be …

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This $15 accessory changed how I use AirPods

Update, Oct. 28: Apple unveils AirPods Pro with new design and noise cancellation People have done some clever things to try to get AirPods ($100 at Amazon) to stay in their ears, from simply twisting them forward to putting waterproof tape on them to using different types of skins that make the AirPods a little more tactile. But there’s a $15 …

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Apple will release a 16

The last major design change in Apple‘s MacBook Pro line came in 2016, when the company added a second Touch Bar display, a butterfly keyboard and a Space Grey color option. Now 2019 will likely bring the next major shakeup in the iconic laptop’s lineup: Industry analyst Jeff Lin predicts a new 16-inch MacBook Pro. The report, obtained by Forbes, states …

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The Apple Watch is still on sale starting at $199 at Amazon and Walmart

Father’s Day is now behind us, and Prime Day is still in the future — but you can get good deals on many Apple Watch models right now. Apple Watch Series 3 or Series 4 models are still widely available at $50 to $80 off. Yes, we’ll almost certainly see an Apple Watch Series 5 this fall, but these discounts — …

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AirPods pro tip: Customize double

One of the nicest things about the Apple AirPods is the stuff it does automatically — quickly connecting to an iPhone ($899 at Amazon) without having to mess with Bluetooth, pairing to all your Apple devices once you connect to the first one, instantly stopping the music when you remove an AirPod ($100 at Amazon) from your ear and starting …

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iPhone 12 could go bigger

Apple could change up the screen sizes for the 2020 iPhones 12, add fresh design changes to the body and also a key superpower under the hood. In this week’s Apple Core roundup, we’re looking far into the future to see what Apple could be cooking up for 2020, and talking about the new features we’re still uncovering in the latest …

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