Concept imagines dark mode + split screen features for iPhone 7 & iOS 10
Apple already has a dark mode on Mac and a split-screen feature for iPads, but this latest concept from iHelpBR imagines what it might look like if the company brought those two features over to iPhone users in iOS 10.
Filed under: iOS Tagged: concept, dark, dark mode, iOS, iOS 10, iPhone, night, split-screen, WWDC
You can now post to Instagram directly from Photos and other iOS apps
Starting today, it’s now possible to share photos and videos directly to Instagram on iOS without having to first launch the app. Instagram version 8.2 includes an iOS extension that lets you share both photos and videos from Photos and other iOS apps directly to Instagram. The feature also lets you write a caption to accompany the photo or video, but filters and other editing features will still require launching the full app.
Apple continues ‘Shot on iPhone’ campaign with 8 new videos
In addition to unveiling a pair of new Apple Music ads starring DJ Khaled, Apple today has uploaded a series of new videos as part of its “Shot on iPhone” ad campaign. Last month, Apple returned to the Shot on iPhone ad series for Mother’s Day, but this marks the first big release of videos for the campaign in a while. The company initially rebooted the ad campaign in February with all-new images from the iPhone 6s.
Filed under: iOS Devices Tagged: Apple, shot on iphone
DJ Khaled plays himself in two new Apple Music ads pushing catalog with ‘millions and millions of songs’
Following the success of Taylor Swift’s own ads, Apple Music has gotten the latest Snapchat sensation DJ Khaled on for two new ads featuring his famous catch phrases. In the first, he stars alongside supermodel Naomi Campbell driving down the highway playing his latest track. In the second, he breaks down Apple Music to Ray Liotta as they get a manicure and pedicure at a nail salon…
Filed under: Apple Music Tagged: Apple Music, Beats 1, dj khaled, naomi campbell, ray liotta
T-Mobile’s Uncarrier 11: Free stock, gifts every Tuesday, & inflight Wi-Fi with Gogo
In the latest installment of their Uncarrier initiatives, T-Mobile today announced their new #GetThanked campaign. The campaign puts a focus on “thanking” T-Mobile customers for their loyalty to the company and brand by giving away free T-Mobile’s stock, gifts and promotions ever Tuesday, and inflight Wi-Fi for domestic fliers with Gogo.
Filed under: Tech Industry Tagged: getthanked, T-Mobile, uncarrier
New MacBook Pro concept envisions what an OLED fn-key row might look like
According to rumors and leaked parts, it seems as if Apple’s next MacBook Pro will feature an OLED capacitive touch panel that replaces the fn-key row. Such a change has been hotly debated online, with opponents lamenting the potential lack of tactile response, and proponents envisioning the type of software flexibility that such a setup might offer.
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Filed under: Community, iOS Devices, Mac Tagged: Apple rumors, concept, MacBook Pro, OLED touch bar, rumor
Feature Request: WWDC 2016 wish list for iOS, MacOS, watchOS, and tvOS
We know a fair amount about what to expect from WWDC next week — software heavy with Siri as a star and light on hardware — yet there is still plenty of room for surprises like HomeKit and Apple News from previous years. Expectations are especially light on watchOS and tvOS, the software that runs on Apple Watch and Apple TV, and there are plenty of new features that could improve the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Here’s my Feature Request for each of Apple’s software platforms, WWDC 2016 edition.
Filed under: Feature Request, iOS, Mac Tagged: WWDC
Apple issues OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 developer beta 2 for Mac
Apple has released the second OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 preview through the Mac App Store for developer testing. The software update to the Mac likely includes further bug fixes and performance improvements following similar releases throughout the year.
Filed under: Developers, Mac Tagged: OS X
Apple releases iOS 9.3.3 developer beta 2 including first 9.7-inch iPad Pro version
Apple started testing iOS 9.3.3 with developers and public beta testers near the end of May, and today the second beta version of the pre-release software has been released for developer iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches. The update marks the first iOS 9.3.3 beta available for the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, which missed out on the first beta version during the iOS 9.3.2 update bug.
Filed under: Developers, iOS Tagged: iOS
9to5Toys Lunch Break: Apple Watch Stainless Steel from $349, iPad mini 4/Air 2 $300, $100 iTunes Credit $85, more
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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:
Best Buy is taking up to $200 off Apple Watch Stainless Steel: 38mm from $349, 42mm starts at $399
Start your week with a $100 discount on iPad mini 4 & Air 2, priced from $300 shipped
Best Buy is taking up to $249 off 12.9-inch iPad Pro: Wi-Fi 32GB from $550 w/ .edu (Reg. $799), more
Save $429 on Apple’s 12.9-inch 128GB iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cellular by going w/ a refurb for $650 shipped
Apple’s 12.9″ 128GB iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cellular is all the way down to $800 (Reg. $1,079)
Get a $100 iTunes Gift Card with email delivery from PayPal for just $85 (15% off)
Save $200 on Apple’s 27-inch iMac w/ 5K Retina Display 3.2GHz/8GB/1TB: $1,599 (Reg. $1,799), more
Indoor HDTV 25-mile Antenna w/17-ft cable: $8 Prime shipped (24″ Vizio HDTV for $90)
Rovio’s Bad Piggies for iPhone/iPad goes free for the first time in years (Reg. $1)
App Store Free App of the Week: Sago Mini Road Trip goes free for the first time in over a year ($3 value)
NBA 2K16 for iOS now matching lowest price ever in celebration of NBA Finals: $4 (Reg. $8)
Here are our favorite Father’s Day gifts for the outdoorsman, chef and car aficionado in your life
MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:
Monitor your home from anywhere with the best-selling Nest Cam for $149 (Reg. $199)
- Huawei’s Smartwatch adds big-time style to your wrist, now on sale from $250 shipped
- Cover your iPhone 6/s Plus with OtterBox’s Alpha screen protector for $11.50 (Orig. $40)
- Daily Deals: CyberPower Sinewave UPS 1500VA / 900W $137, more
- Smartphone Accessories: Lumsing Bluetooth Handsfree Car Kit Receiver $18 (Reg. $28), more
- Control your outlets and track energy use w/ TP-LINK’s Smart Plug for $30 (Reg. $40)
- Games/Apps: Skylanders SuperChargers Pack from $20, iOS freebies, more
- Gift Cards up to 20% off: GameStop, Michael’s, AMC, Regal, Petco, Cabela’s, many more
- Give Dad the gift of Sous Vide: Anova Wi-Fi Precision Cooker $169 (Reg. $199)
- Google Nexus 5X 32GB $275 shipped or $300 shipped w/ $30 GC (Reg. $399)
MORE DEALS STILL ALIVE:
Put an extra 256GB of storage in your MacBook Air for $125 shipped (Reg. $155)
Raspberry Pi 3 bundle has everything you need to get started: $70 shipped (Reg. $90)
- Segway returns with the smartphone-connected miniPRO electric transporter
- Here’s how nurses can get BOGO meals at Chipotle next week just for being awesome!
- Google Nexus 6P 32GB w/ $50 GC: $419 ($549 value) or 128GB: $500 (Reg. $649)
- Green Deals: 2-pack of Mpow 8-LED Solar Outdoor Lights for $21 Prime shipped, more
- KitchenAid’s brushed stainless steel coffee brewer drops to $108 (Reg. $180+), more
- Philips Sonicare Essence Electric Toothbrush for $30 (Orig. $50), many more
- Yukon 58-pc Backpack Survival Kit $105 shipped (Reg. $179+), more
- Magazine subs from $4.50/yr: Wired, GQ, Dwell, Rolling Stone, many more
- Oak Leaf Flexible LED Strip Lights for Lighting or Decoration $5 (Reg. $8)
- AmazonBasics Felt Sleeves for MacBooks up to 15-inches are on sale from $8 Prime shipped
- Philips Smart Lighting: Hue Go Portable LED $80, Wireless Hue Tap Switch $50
- Green Deals: 4-pack Recessed 65W Dimmable LED Lighting Kit $30 (Reg. $50), more
- Bring HomeKit control to your lights w/ Philips’ 2nd Gen Hue LED Starter Kit: $170 (Reg. $200)
- Lacoste’s Semi-Annual Sale is packed with deals to get you looking right this summer
- Get in shape for the summer with the Body Rider Fan Exercise Bike for $80 (Reg. $120+)
- Tackle all your home DIY projects w/ DEWALT’s Cordless Drill for $179 (Orig. $369)
- Give open-air headphones a try with Audio-Technica’s ATH-AD900x for $115 (Reg. $150)
- Here’s how you can score a free Chick-fil-A Sandwich throughout the month of June
- Smartphone Accessories: Aukey Bluetooth Speaker $22 (Reg. $28), more
- Kindle First eBook freebies for June: Intrusion, Cold, Journey’s End, more
- Samsung 55-inch Curved 4K 3D Smart Ultra HDTV w/ 4 HDMI inputs: $1,199 (Reg. $1,600)
- Dump your old backpack for Timbuk2’s Ace 15-inch Messenger $45 (Reg. $70), more
- Take your summer parties up w/ a Hawaiian Shaved Ice/Snow Cone Machine Kit: $45
- Keep your kids learning with two Kindle Fire Kids Edition Tablets for $110 (Reg. $160)
Review: Pelican’s impressive Elite Luggage is built like a tank, but is it worth the price tag?
NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:
Segway returns with the smartphone-connected miniPRO electric transporter
- The Star Wars Ultimate Collection brings incredible recreations of movie props to your home
- SodaStream gets tipsy with its new Beer Bar homebrew beverage maker
- This gorgeous $1,100 SmartBike cannot be stolen according to its creators
- iDevices’ latest creation brings HomeKit control to nearly any lightbulb in your house
- This record player has Don Draper-style, AirPlay connectivity and a secret bar
- Olympus wants you to beat the hell out of its new Tough TG-Tracker 4K Action Camera
- Grado Labs latest Brooklyn-made set of headphones blend mahogany & maple woods
- Xiaomi’s first drone records 4K video, lasts 27mins, costs $460
- LG’s new OLED 4K Ultra HDTVs are still lustworthy, just as expensive
- Jaybird’s new Freedom Bluetooth earbuds have an Apple-inspired metal design
- The second generation Boosted electric skateboard promises longer range
- National Streaming Day: I finally cut the cord and haven’t looked back, here’s how I pulled it off…
Filed under: Tips and Tricks Tagged: 9to5Toys, Amazon, app deals, Apple watch, Best Buy, Daily Deals, free apps, Gold Box, iPad mini, iTunes, video games