We have a deal on a neat portable charger designed to fit on your keyring. It has a 1,300mAh capacity and an integrated, retractable Lightning port for when you need that quick, emergency charge. It’s $39.99 through our deal, but coupon code BFSAVE15 at checkout brings the price down to $34. I’m linking to the Lightning model, as described, but there are also USB-C and micro USB options in the deal listing, and that coupon code works on them, too.
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Apple Releases AirPods Pro Firmware Update
It’s unclear what the firmware update does, and the update process is automatic. But, users are reporting their firmware version number went from 2B584 to 2B588.
Apple TV+ For All Mankind: Flawless, Imperfect, and Fascinating
On a micro level, it’s flawless, even while the macro level is imperfect. Regardless, it’s a fascinating show that Bryan Chaffin is enjoying immensely.
Instagram Expanding Test of Hiding Like Counts from Public View
Instagram announced (on Twitter, which has at least some level of meta-element) that it is expanding its test of hiding Like counts from public view globally.
Apple Removes 15-inch MacBook Pro for Sale
Bryan Chaffin is adding this to my growing pile of evidence that Apple cares about the Mac again, as the 15-inch MacBook Pro was introduced just a few months ago.
The Trouble with Tribble Christmas Tree Ornament
I am so in love with this Hallmark Christmas tree ornament, despite it’s terrible official name of “Star Trek™ Tribble Fabric Ornament With Sound and Motion.” Come on, it’s a tribble! And it coos! And it shakes when you squeeze it! I need, like, 600 (at $19.99 each) of these things all piled up beneath my Christmas tree. There’s a video of this thing on the Hallmark site. I’d embed it if they’d let me, but as it is, you simply must go visit the product page and play the video yourself. Check it out!
Klokki Automatic Time Tracking Tool for Mac: $12.74
We have a deal on Klokki, an automatic time-tracking tool for the Mac. This app lives in your menubar, and offers reports, support for billable hours, automatic backups, and lots of ways to customize your tasks. It’s $14.99 through our deal, but coupon code BFSAVE15 at checkout brings it down to $12.74.
Merlin Project Manager for Mac, iPad, and iPhone Celebrates 15 Years with Dark Mode
Merlin turned 15 years old this month, and to celebrate ProjectWizards released version 6, an update that adds support for Dark Mode and other improvements.
Kharbon IP67 Wireless Earbuds: $79
We have a deal on a pair of Kharbon IP67 Wireless Earbuds. They feature support Bluetooth 5.0, and what the company says is 150 hours of battery life. They also have an IP67 waterproof rating. They’re $79 through our deal.
GO-TOUGH Reinforced MFi Lightning Cable: $21.24
We have a deal on the GO-TOUGH reinforced MFi Lightning cable. 6.5 feet in length, this cable is made from heavy-duty PET reinforced cable with reinforced stress points for reduced fraying. It’s $24.99 through our deal, but coupon code BFSAVE15 brings it down to $21.24 at checkout.
Windscribe VPN Pro 1-Year Subscription: $49
We have a deal for you on a subscription to Windscribe VPN Pro. It works with iOS, Mac, Windows, Linux, and Android. The Canadian company features a strict no-logging policy and anonymous sign-up that doesn’t even require an email address. The pro subscription comes with unlimited downloads, unlimited data, and unlimited connections. A 1 year subscription is $49 through our deal, with longer subscriptions available on the full listing.
Mondly Lifetime Subscription (1 Language): $39.99
We have a deal on a lifetime subscription to Mondly, the language-learning platform. Mondly uses speech recognition and only gives positive feedback if you speak clearly and correctly. The deal I’m linking to is for one language for $39.99. There are deals available in the listing for 5 and all languages, too.
Hohem iSteady Multi 3-Axis Universal Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer: $169
We have a deal on the Hohem iSteady Multi, a 3-axis universal handheld gimbal stabilizer. It is designed to mount digital compact cameras, action cameras, and smartphones, and has 6 working modes allowing you to shoot in different ranges and angles. It’s $169 through our deal.
Apple Releases iOS 13.2.2 and iPadOS 13.2.2 with Bug Fixes
The biggest issue fixed is an issue that caused apps running in the background to quit.
Social Media, Hands On with AirPods Pro, Apple Content Bundles, with John Kheit - ACM 524
John Kheit joins Bryan Chaffin to discuss social media, mob rule, and the 1st Amendment. Yikes! They also talk about their hands-on experience with AirPods Pro and look at Apple’s content pricing and whether or not the company is likely to offer more bundles for its content (spoiler: no!).
ZeroLemon AmazingSound Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker: $19.99
We have a deal on the ZeroLemon AmazingSound portable wireless Bluetooth speaker. This speaker has an IPX4 rating, which means it is protected from splashing water, no matter the direction, and it supports Bluetooth 4.2. It’s $19.99 through our deal.
Aura Meditation App Premium 1-Year Subscription: $39.99
We have a deal on Aura Premium, from the Aura Health app. This mobile app is designed to relieve stress and anxiety by providing short mindfulness meditation exercises every day. 1 year of access is $39.99 through our deal. There are longer terms available on the deal listing, too.
Get 7 Mac Apps for Productivity, Security, Efficiency, and More All for Free
We have a deal for you called The Ultimate Q4 Mac Freebie Bundle. It includes 7 Mac apps, including Clipsy ClipBoard Manager, CoverDesk, WiFi Signal Strength Status, Mission Control Plus, AirRadar 5, Data Guardian 5, and Workspaces 1.5. And, the whole bundle free. Check it out.
Nylon Braided iPhone Lightning Cable in Space Gray or Rose Gold: $9.99
We have a deal on a nylon-braided, MFi-certified Lightning cables in either Space Gray or Rose Gold. They’re 3.3 feet long (just over a meter), and feature Kevlar fiber core, nylon-braiding, and precision laser welding. They’re $9.99 through our deal. I’m linking to the Space Gray version, but check the pulldown menu for Rose Gold and a longer Space Gray version, too.
Tim Cook Implies Free Year of Apple TV+ Promo Is Temporary
In comments during Apple’s quarterly conference call with analysts, Mr. Cook strongly implied it was a time-limited offer to get people in the door.
