AOL seemingly cutting off third-party app access to AIM starting on March 28
AOL announced today that it is starting to cut off third-party app access to its Instant Messenger service. As first noticed by ArsTechnica, AOL began notifying users of at least one third-party app, Adium, that it would become obsolete starting on March 28th.
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AT&T executive talks DirecTV Now’s early performance issues, goals for 2017
Earlier today, YouTube’s foray into the streaming cable bundle market was officially unveiled earlier today, offering the “big four” networks and unlimited DVR at $35 per month. YouTube’s solution, of course is meant to be a competitor to existing services like DirecTV Now.
Just prior to the announcement of YouTube TV, though, AT&T executive Tony Goncalves talked the future of DirecTV Now in an interview with The Information.
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Survey claims Apple is now the world’s 20th most reputable brand, despite once coming in at the top
While Apple still holds a commanding lead, a new survey from research firm Reputation Institute claims that both Apple and Samsung have suffered significant drops in their reputations over the last year. The data, which was collected from over 170,000 consumers, shows that Apple has slipped to the 20th spot on the list, while Samsung dropped to number 70.
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YouTube TV offers big 4 networks & 39 other channels w/ unlimited DVR for $35/month
YouTube has finally announced its long-rumored online television service that doesn’t require a cable subscription. Known simply as YouTube TV, it features local broadcast networks and channels like ESPN for $35 a month.
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How to use Private Browsing with Safari on iPhone and iPad
Apple’s new iPad Pro ad campaign continues with Apple Pencil push
iCloud experiencing slow performance as AWS outage affecting multiple Internet services
Tim Cook calls AirPods a ‘cultural phenomenon’ at shareholders meeting, says Apple will ‘do more in the pro area’
Apple held its annual shareholders meeting at its headquarters in Cupertino today where top lawyer Bruce Sewell and CEO Tim Cook fielded questions and comments from investors. Nine proposals were detailed and voted on in total, followed by the re-approval of each board member. Cook also fielded some interesting questions including one on Apple making a round dumb phone with smart features and Apple’s plans to do more in the pro space…
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tvOS 10.2 beta 4 rolling out for Apple TV
9to5Toys Lunch Break: 27-inch 5K iMac refurb $1,300, TP-Link 802.11ac Wi-Fi Router $120, DJI Phantom 4 PRO $1,200, more
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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:
Apple certified refurb 27-inch 5K iMac 3.3GHz/8GB/2TB with one-year warranty: $1,300 shipped (Orig. $2,299)
Daily Deals: TP-Link 802.11ac Wi-Fi Gigabit Router $120, SwissGear Pulsar Deluxe Laptop Backpack $50, more
Amazon is taking 20% off gaming and networking accessories: SteelSeries Optical Mouse $40, much more
The impressive DJI Phantom 4 PRO gets its first notable discount at $1,199 shipped (Reg. $1,499)
Upgrade to Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Pro w/ Touch Bar for $1,550 shipped (Reg. $1,799)
Apple’s latest 13-inch MacBook Pro w/o Touch Bar is on sale for $1,300 shipped (Reg. $1,499)
Save over $200 on Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Air 128GB: $797 shipped (Reg. $999)
Here’s your chance to score a rare discount on Powerbeats3 Wireless Headphones in all colors: $150 shipped (Reg. $200)
9to5Rewards: Grovemade’s handmade wooden iPhone 7 Plus cases [Giveaway]
Deus Ex Go – the turn-based stealth puzzler – is now just $1 on the App Store (Reg. $2)
- App Store Free App of the Week: Nightgate goes free for the very first time (Reg. $4)
- Due for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch is now on sale: $1 (Reg. $5)
- Assassin’s Creed Identity for iPhone and iPad has dropped to $1 (Reg. $5)
- You can add The Executive brawler action game to your iPhone or iPad for $1 (Reg. $5)
- The GoodNotes 4 PDF Annotator goes to $1 on the App Store for the first time ever (Reg. $8)
Pre-order discounts & release dates for Nintendo Switch titles: Breath of the Wild, Splatoon 2, Mario, Binding of Isaac + many more
MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:
B&H is throwing in a free Chromecast with purchase of Google Home: $130 shipped ($164 value)
Smartphone Accessories: Mpow Phone Holder w/ lock and release for cars $11 Prime shipped (Reg. $14), more
- Play your tunes for hours w/ this Inateck Bluetooth Speaker for $17 (Reg. $32)
- Adobe Premiere Elements 15 for Mac/PC, marked down to $55 (Reg. $100)
- Games/Apps: Doom $20, Horizon Zero Dawn from $48, iOS freebies, more
- The new Raspberry Pi W brings built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth radios for just $10
- Vizio debuts new line of Chromecast built-in TVs starting at $209
- Gear up for Spring Break with Target’s BOGO 50% off Swimsuit & Shoe Sale
- Target’s $7 Beauty Box is Packed with Warm Weather Essentials ($25 Value)
- Grab a 4 year sub to Motor Trend magazine for just $12 shipped (Reg. $40)
- Levi’s offers massive selection of discounted apparel in its 1-day Birthday sale
- Entertainment Coupon Book: dining, groceries, movie tickets: $10 shipped
- Cuisinart 12-Piece Advantage Knife Set is under $15 shipped today (Reg. $20+)
MORE DEALS STILL LIVE:
SanDisk iXpand 32GB Lightning Flash Drive for iPhone or iPad: $35 Prime shipped (Reg. $45)
AT&T’s latest promotion nets customers BOGO free smartphones, including iPhone 7
Deals on 4K Smart UHDTVs: Samsung 65-inch Curved $949 (Reg. $1,200), more
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