Here are the iPhone & iPad features Apple didn’t give us with iOS 11
Earlier this week, Apple officially unveiled iOS 11 with a host of new features. The update brings things such as a redesigned Control Center, an all-new App Store, and much more. As is the case every year, however, there were things that many users hoped for that ultimately didn’t make an appearance…
Comment: The OnePlus 5 looks like a blatant copy of the iPhone 7 Plus
Over on the Android side of the world, leaked renders of the upcoming OnePlus 5 flagship have hit the web today. While they don’t unveil anything too crazy about the handset itself, we do get our first look at its design. Instead of keeping with its previous design language, the OnePlus 5 will most likely ship looking almost identical to the iPhone 7 Plus…
The first episode of Apple’s ‘Planet of the Apps’ will be debuted to everyone tonight
Apple’s first foray into original content will debut later tonight, according to a report from Reuters. “Planet of the Apps” has long been teased by Apple, but the first episode will finally be made available for streaming tonight at 9PM PT/midnight ET.
Apple overhauls iTunes website with more capable Apple Music-like design
In addition to other various announcements this week, Apple has made a noticeable change to the web version of iTunes. Whereas the design was previously incredibly dated and hard to use, the new design is more akin to that of Apple Music and the current iTunes app on Mac and PC.
Tim Cook & Lisa Jackson join Michelle Obama to talk diversity, climate change, & more at WWDC
At the end of Apple’s keynote yesterday morning at WWDC, Tim Cook surprised attendees and announced that former first lady Michelle Obama would make an appearance at the developer conference. Earlier today, Michelle Obama, Cook, and Apple VP Lisa Jackson took the stage to discuss a wide range of topics, including empowerment, diversity in technology, and more.
The best cases for Apple’s new 10.5-inch iPad Pro
Apple has now officially unveiled the new 10.5-inch iPad Pro to the world. We even had a chance to go hands on with the new tablet to get a feel for the form factor and see iOS 11 in action. However, along with the altered footprint, you’ll be needing new cases, covers, screen protectors and more: more…
iOS 11 appears to restore Gmail push in Apple Mail
Gmail users rejoice as iOS 11 may have a solution for the long-standing push notification woes. No longer having to rely on a third-party app, users with Google email accounts should be able to jump back onto iOS’ native Mail app.
WhatsApp update brings albums, camera filters, and reply shortcuts
9to5Toys Lunch Break: New iPad Pro w/ $50 Gift Card, Harman Kardon AirPlay Speaker $150, Wireless Printers from $50, more
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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:
Apple’s new iPad Pro pre-orders launch w/ up to $50 gift cards, tax benefits
Harman Kardon discounts its Onyx AirPlay/Bluetooth Speaker to $150
Laser Wireless Printers: Dell w/ AirPrint $50, Canon All-in-One $85
Apple 9.7-inch iPad Pro Wi-Fi + LTE 32GB $579 shipped (Reg. $729)
Sonos launches big sale w/ discounts on PLAY:1, SUB, PLAYBASE, and more
Affinity Photo and Designer apps drop to $40 ea. on the Mac App Store (20% off)
App Store Free App of the Week: The Robot Factory for iOS goes free for very first time (Reg. $4)
Review: Logitech’s K840 is an affordable gateway to mechanical keyboards
Review: VAUX Speaker brings improved sound, portability, and simplicity to the Echo Dot
9to5Rewards: Monoprice Tube Amp Bluetooth Speaker System [Giveaway]
MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:
iTunes Award Winning Movie Sale under $10: La La Land, Fences, Jackie, much more
Anker SoundCore 2 Water-Resistant Bluetooth Speaker $34, more
- Linksys 802.11ac Wi-Fi Dual-Band+ Router (refurb): $40 shipped
- Daily Deals: Fossil Q Marshal 45mm Stainless Steel Smartwatch $165
- Adobe Premiere Elements 15 for Mac/PC discounted to $50, today only
- Today’s Amazon Gold Box has Skagen Watches and Luggage from $23
- Amazon has the best-selling PORTER-CABLE angle grinder on sale for $24
- Cowin’s Bluetooth Headphones are an Amazon best-seller: $39 (Reg. $70)
- Wink Bright is a quick-and-easy first step to smart home security
- RGB Express Mini Truck puzzler drops to just $1 on the App Store (Reg. $2+)
- Today’s Best iOS & Mac Game/App Deals: Money, Simpler Pro, RGB Express, more
- Today’s Best Game Deals: God of War 3 PS4 $12, Switch Pro Controller $60, more
- Nintendo Switch Pro Controller drops to just $60 shipped
- Super Nintendo World getting Mario Kart rides, massive PR event, more
- Acer’s 15-inch Chromebook w/ 16GB SSD is $125 (Cert. Refurb, Orig. $200)
NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:
Xchime is your video doorbell that actively deters would-be thieves
Monument Valley 2 is available for download right now on iOS
ASUS Blue Cave 802.11ac Router sports a unique see-through design
- Magpie is the smartest GPS tracker yet to give you peace of mind with your valuables
- Optoma new line of 4K and HDR-ready projectors, starting just under $2,000
- EarStudio brings Bluetooth high-fidelity audio to your wired-headphones
- Nintendo unveils the very first special edition Switch console
- The Bean 3D Printer is priced low with the consumer in mind
- Samsung’s new Connect Home mesh wireless system is available for pre-order Sunday
- Ryobi’s Cooler will keep both you and your drinks chilled this summer
- Tinboard electric skateboard sports premium features at an affordable price
- LEGO is now taking preorders for its Boost robotic kits arriving in August
- Tablo upgrades its Dual OTA DVR with on-board storage, smaller footprint
- New Pokémon game for iOS/Android with Nintendo integration coming soon
- LEGO reels in new 2,000 piece Old Fishing Store kit coming this fall
- EverSleep iOS-connected wearable diagnoses sleep issues without a hospital stay
- ASUS unveils 35-inch curved gaming monitor with 200Hz refresh rate
- Prynt Pocket lets you print photos from your iPhone like a Polaroid camera
- Pedego’s Airstream eBike is just as feature-packed as it is stylish
- How-to build your very own LEGO fidget spinner