9to5Mac Best of CES 2017 Awards
While Apple doesn’t have an official presence at the Consumer Electronics Show, CES 2017 has been packed with new and innovative technology that takes advantage of Apple’s hardware and software.
9to5Mac has been on the ground in Las Vegas all week tracking down the best and most interesting new technologies to come out of the big show. This year we’re highlighting our favorite new products with the first-ever 9to5Mac Best of CES Awards.
And the winners are…
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Become Tech Savvy: If you truly want to improve, you’ll need this…
If this is your first time reading this series you’ll get the most value by starting with the first article. Note for the already tech savvy, IT professionals, and our regular readers: this is designed as a resource as you help others or for those looking to become tech savvy on their own.
Growth Mindset
Background, Expectations, & Best Practices |
I have yet to find any books or resources that discuss the foundation and most important factor in becoming tech savvy (or learning anything), your mindset. Research shows that people with a growth mindset are more likely to achieve success in part because they believe they can. Alternately, people with a fixed mindset, who believe they can only achieve according to ingrained talent or aptitude are more likely to give up on their goals.
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Man says a MacBook Pro saved his life during Fort Lauderdale airport shooting by blocking a bullet
The horrifying events at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport today saw five people dead, but one man claims that his MacBook Pro saved his life in the midst of the shooting. Speaking to CNN’s Anderson Cooper, Steve Frappier explained that he was near the baggage claim area when he heard gunfire and fell to the floor to try and protect himself…
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Apple forced to pull LinkedIn from Russian App Store due to court ruling
Not even a week after being requested to pull The New York Times app from the Chinese Apple App Store, both Apple and Google will have to pull the LinkedIn app from their respective app stores. According to The New York Times, the removal comes after a court ruled that LinkedIn had violated Russia’s data protection laws.
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The first app to find your missing AirPod(s) arrives…do yours fall out? [Poll]
As AirPods continue to ship, more eager customers have been able to use Apple’s latest hot accessory. If you’ve given AirPods a try we want to hear how they fit and if they fall out or stay in your ears. This week we’ve also seen the first app released to help you locate your missing AirPod(s).
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Apple features artwork to celebrate the Chinese New Year with wallpapers for Mac, iPhone, and iPad
There seems to be no limits to what artists are able to create with Apple’s products. From Disney animators sketching classic characters, to an illustrator using an iPad Pro to design the New Yorker’s latest cover. In today’s latest artistic drive, Apple has partnered with five young Chinese artists to reinvent classic Nianhua folk art.
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Happy Hour Podcast 101 | CES 2017, Zac’s Apple Watch journey, and iOS 10.3 rumors
This week Benjamin and Zac discuss rumored iOS 10.3 features, CES 2017, and Zac’s journey with using the Apple Watch to become more active and get in shape. 9to5Mac’s Happy Hour podcast is available for download on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
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Apple’s AirPods and the best cord-free competition compared
In the lead up to Apple’s release of AirPods late last month, I had tested just about every pair of cord-free earbuds already on the market. But now that AirPods are here and I’ve been using them daily for an extended period of time, the difference is even more striking that I anticipated.
With AirPods, Apple has done what it does best: taken an emerging product category with a frustrating user experience and delivered a polished product made possible by its control over both the hardware and software. And the AirPods are one of the best examples of that in a long time. But is there any competition or even a decent alternative?
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Matias announces backlit version of its Wireless Aluminum Keyboard in Silver and Space Gray
Keyboard maker Matias announced a new backlit version of its Mac-centric Wireless Aluminum Keyboard during CES yesterday. The keyboard, which will be available in Silver and Space Gray colors, builds on the company’s impressive and already-available Wireless Aluminum Keyboard. more…
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9to5Toys Lunch Break: 3-pack Anker Lightning Cables $20, DJI Phantom 3 Pro Drone $699, Klipsch Earbuds $37, more
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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:
Grab a 3-pack of Anker PowerLine Apple MFi-Certified Lightning Cables in varying lengths for $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)
DJI is selling its Phantom 3 Professional Quadcopter with 4K Camera for $699 shipped (Orig. $1,259)
Daily Deals: Klipsch Image S4A II Noise-Isolating Headphones $37, Altec Lansing Bluetooth Speaker $80, more
Apple’s powerhouse 15-inch MacBook Pro w/ Touch Bar drops to $2,200 shipped (Reg. $2,399)
Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar is now $150 off in both capacities, from $1,650 shipped
Apple’s 21-inch iMac 2.8GHz/8GB/1TB has dropped to $1,100 shipped (Reg. $1,299)
Save nearly $300 on Apple’s 27-inch Retina 5K iMac 3.2GHz/8GB/1TB Fusion: $1,700 (Reg. $1,999)
App Store Free App of the Week: Lifeline Whiteout for iOS goes free on the App Store for the very first time (Reg. $2)
CES 2017 Coverage:
Bang & Olufsen brings AirPlay and Chromecast connectivity to its new Beoplay M5 speaker
Razor’s new Blade Pro is the “world’s first portable laptop with three built-in monitors”
The OjO Commuter Scooter is a zero-emissions electric two-wheeler with 20 miles of range
UBTECH introduces new robots at CES including the smart Alexa-enabled Lynx Humanoid, more
Take a look at Dell’s new Canvas workstation display and Totem radial controllers
Sony looks to upend LG with its stunning OLED 4K HDR Ultra HDTVs at CES 2017
Blue Microphones announce retro-inspired Bluetooth headphones designed with iPhone 7 in mind
Misfit adds a touchscreen on its newest $199 Vapor smartwatch that includes a two-day battery
Samsung hits CES with new QLED Ultra HDTVs that include a collection of aluminum stands
Here’s our first look at LG’s new impossibly thin ‘Wallpaper’ 4K OLED displays
Mohu’s new Airwave HD Antenna wirelessly beams your local channels to Apple TV, iOS, Android, Roku and more
MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:
Don’t fret over power outages, this APC System has five battery-protected outlets + a USB port: $55 shipped (Reg. $75)
- Smartphone Accessories: 2-pack of Mpow Waterproof Cases $8 Prime shipped (Reg. $10), more
- Games/Apps: Far Cry Primal $20, Red Dead Redemption GOTY X1/360 $15, iOS freebies, more
- Puma’s Semi-Annual Sale takes up to 50% off nearly everything: save on running shoes, more
- Jump start 2017 with new CAP Strength Training Gear: 40-lb. Adjustable Dumbbell Set $40, more
MORE DEALS STILL LIVE:
Aukey USB Charger with USB-C Port & 4 USB Ports $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $25), more
Sony’s Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones feature 30-hour battery life, on sale now for $45 shipped (Reg. $70+)
Get up to 15% off w/ this discounted StubHub Gift Card, more
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