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There are thousands of external computer storage cases on the market. Some are good, some are bad, and we have opinions on which are the best hard drive enclosures for Mac users. — Storage is a persistent problem when it comes to buying Apple hardware. The cost of upgrading the internal storage of a Mac or MacBook can get very steep very quickly, especially when other upgrades are involved (check the latestMac prices).

The best hard drive enclosures you need for your Mac

On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news. One of the biggest pieces of news this week was the confirmation that Adaptive Lighting would be coming to Matter-enabled lights. This was discussed on last week's episode but we've now had further confirmation from Nanoleaf CEO Gimmy Chu.

Nanoleaf Expo Display Box, SmartMi E1, & Apple's Robotic iPad on HomeKit Insider

Apple still won't make us a touch-screen Mac, but it is at least considering adding touch-sensitive displays on just about every surface that surrounds the MacBook Pro keyboard as the next best thing. Unbelievably, it was 2016 when Apple first introduced the Touch Bar, the touch-sensitive display that sat atop...

Apple wants to put touch screens on every MacBook Pro metal surface

Amazon is slashing Apple Watch prices ahead of the September Apple event, resulting in the return of Prime Day pricing on multiple Series 9 and Ultra 2 styles. As September inches closer, the Apple Watch deals are heating up at Amazon, with triple-digit discounts on numerous models. Pick up a Series 9 for just $299 or grab the rugged Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $699 (the latter reflecting the best Prime Day price).

Amazon clears out Apple Watch inventory, grab the Series 9 for $299 & Ultra 2 for $699

This $199 iPad deal delivers the lowest price on record for Apple's 9th Generation tablet, with Amazon and Best Buy engaged in an aggressive price war. The Monday morning price drop can be found at both Amazon and Best Buy, as the retailers compete for your business during the back-to-school shopping season.

Apple's iPad 9th Generation plunges to record low $199 at Amazon & Best Buy

Apple has recently increased the number of days a customer can extend their AppleCare+ coverage to 45 days, up from the previous 30. AppleCare+ plans can now be extended up to 45 days after they expire in Australia, Austria, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. — According to the AppleCare+ coverage document, firstspotted by MacRumors, the coverage can continue 24 or 36 months, or on a monthly or annual basis until canceled.

Customers can now extend AppleCare+ up to 45 days after it expires

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

The Apple Sports app now offers NFL and NCAA football support just in time for the upcoming football season. Version 1.6 of the Apple Sports app introduces several new features tailored to football enthusiasts. Notably, the app fully supports NFL and NCAA Division 1 football, enabling users to follow their favorite teams, monitor scores, and dive into game statistics.

Apple Sports update brings NFL & college football scores to iPhone

The 17th annual iPhone Photography Awards winners have been announced, and this year's winning photograph has been shot with an iPhone 15 Pro Max. Started in 2007, the iPhone Photography Awards (IPPAWARDS) have celebrated the best in photographic imagery from around the world. Thousands of images are submitted yearly from iPhone photographers from more than 140 countries worldwide. — "This year's winning images are a powerful testament to the art of storytelling through photography," IPPAWARDS said in a statement.

Winners of the 2024 iPhone Photography Awards announced

After you've installed one of the best VPN for iPhone apps, or one installed for your workplace, you still need to turn it on. Here's how to do it!. VPN apps from a VPN service provider have buttons to toggle a VPN on and off, which makes is easy to turn on a VPN with a single click. Sometimes though, you need to turn on a VPN connection manually. — For example, VPNs provided by most employers do not have an app to toggle the connection. Sometimes, your VPN app may freeze, leaving you no obvious way to turn the VPN on.

How to turn on a VPN connection on your iPhone

Claiming a five-fold improvement in accuracy, image editing developer Pixelmator has replaced Apple's straightening tool with its own for both Pixelmator Pro and Photomator. Pixelmator Pro for theMac is a regularly updated all-round image editor, while Photomator — previously called Pixelmator Photo — is more specifically for photography. Now the company has updated its photo straightening tools in updates to both apps.

Photomator and Pixelmator Pro add custom auto-straightening

Apple is commemorating the 108th anniversary of the US National Park Service by launching a campaign to raise funds through Apple Pay donations. From August 19 through August 25, Apple will donate $10 to the National Park Foundation for every purchase made using Apple Pay on Apple.com, in the Apple Store app, or at Apple Stores across the US.

Apple honors 108 years of the National Park Service with Apple Pay donations

Save $460 on the Babbel All Languages plan today only when you snap up this flash deal. — The steeper price cut on a lifetime of Babbel is available through StackSocial, with the language learning appdropping to $139.97 on Aug. 20. Babbel is a popular provider of language-learning software,...

Flash deal: get a lifetime Babbel language learning subscription for $139.97

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On June 27, a pair was spotted roaming hospitals on Alton Parkway , where multiple victims reported their wallets had been stolen, according to the Irvine Police Department . The victims later found fraudulent charges on their bank accounts, including transactions at the Target on Jamboree Rd.

Two suspects stole wallets at Irvine hospitals then used the credit cards at a Target store

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Pro Decluttering Tips To Start Working On Today is a list I put together using the years of experience gained helping others declutter. I've seen firsthand how transforming a cluttered space can lead to a more peaceful and productive life.

15 Pro Decluttering Tips To Start Working On Today!

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A recent online discussion about how ice cream is served on Carnival Cruise Line ships has sparked conversation among passengers and the cruise line itself. The debate which was picked up by news outlets was started by a passenger who questioned why Carnival requires passengers to serve their own soft serve ice cream, unlike other cruise lines where crew members handle the process.

Carnival Cruise Line Defends Self-Serve Ice Cream Policy After Passenger Speaks Out

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I was lucky enough to grow up with this recipe. A friend of mine and I would make these with me about every 2 weeks in the summer. They were SO simple to make, and our friends were always so impressed that we did indeed make them. This recipe makes about 20-25 small tootsie rolls. If you're making the larger size rolls, I would double the recipe. Here's what you'll need to make it:

Homemade Chocolate Tootsie Rolls

I know that historically, people tend to thing of molasses cookies as a wintertime or Christmas cookie. While they're not wrong, molasses cookies can be enjoyed any time of the year. I have fond memories of sneaking into my grandfather's cookie stash (year-round) just to get my hands on those soft, sweet, and warm pieces of heaven. Here's what you'll need for about 30 cookies:

Soft Molasses Cookies

If you crave those perfect soft chocolate chip cookies like I do, this recipe is for you! I'll be honest, I'll eat the storebought version from time to time, as long as I don't look at the ingredient list! These are so fresh and delicious, you will be happy to save yourself from all those pacakaged preservatives. Here's what you'll need:

Soft Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies!

A new photo from frequent leaker Maijin Bu on X.com shows color samples purported to be from the forthcoming iPhone 16 Pro lineup. The report suggests that earlier photos of a brownish "desert titanium" option may be misleading. In his report, Bu lists the colours as "white, black, gold, and...

New leak suggests fourth iPhone 16 Pro lineup color is more 'dark gold' than 'brown'

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Apple's Mac mini drops to as low as $499, grab discounts up to $250 off

Today's best Mac mini deals deliver price cuts of up to $250 off and prices as low as $499. The current Mac mini is a popular...

Apple's Mac mini drops to as low as $499, grab discounts up to $250 off

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