Apple is now selling refurbished 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M3 Pro and M3 Max chips at its stores in the US.
TMO Apple Deals
Amazon Price Drops: $200 Off M1 MacBook Air, 2021 iPad for Less Than $300, plus AirTag Accessories
Today, Amazon has three great Apple deals. You can pick up the 2020 M1 MacBook Air for a record-low price, and last year’s iPad is available for less than $300.
Deals: Apple Magic Keyboard $56 Off for 12.9-inch iPad Pro, Discounts on Smart Keyboards for Other iPad Models
Apple iPad keyboards are on sale today. Get a Magic Keyboard for your iPad Pro 12.9 or a Smart Keyboard or Keyboard Folio for iPad, iPad Air.
Deals: $69 Off Apple Watch Series 7, Record Low Price
Now’s the time to snag an Apple Watch Series 7 for a great discount. The full line of Aluminum case Series 7 watches is $69 off.
Deals: Apple's 14-Inch MacBook Pro With All-Time Record Low Prices ($250 Off)
For those of you in the market for a new MacBook Pro, now may be the time. $250 off on two different 14-inch MacBook Pros.
Geeky Cyber Monday Savings: Sonos, Default Folder, MailSuite, and More
We geeks love both our gadgets and our apps that help us use them. And for this particular geek, well, I have some favorites. Lucky for us all, some of those favorites are offering sales for Cyber Monday 2019, and I wanted to make sure you were aware.
Save 20% on Sonos Home Theater for Black Friday
Sonos‘s speakers have been long-time favorite for us here at TMO and Mac Geek Gab, both for listening to music and enjoying the sound from our home theaters. This weekend Sonos is running a rare sale on their popular Home Theater products.
Mesh Deals for Black Friday through Cyber Monday: Sonos and eero
Seems that I’m a sucker for a well-made mesh network, likely because “well-made mesh” means “it’s simple and it works without you having to mess with it.” Or, said another way, “mesh not mess.” Ok, enough of that, on to the deals, shall we? These are from two companies that traditionally do not offer discounts, and they’re only good through Monday, so snap them up while you can.
Mophie Powerstation XL External Battery (Manufacturer-Refurbished): $39.95
We have a deal on a manufacturer-refurbished Mophie Powerstation XL External Battery. This beefy battery holds 12,000mAh, and delivers current in either 500mAh, 1A, or 2.1A, depending on the device you’re charging. It has two USB ports for simultaneous charging, and is itself charged with a standard Micro-USB port. You can get this device through our deal for $39.95.
There Ain't No Such Thing as Free TV (TANSTAFTV)
The science fiction writer Robert Heinlein reminded us that there’s no such thing as a free lunch. (TANSTAFL). The same applies to TV. If you watch TV over the air, there will be commercials. Lots. If you subscribe to cable, most channels will also have commercials. If you stream or buy content that doesn’t have commercials (Blu-ray or the OTT services) you will pay what the industry sees fit for you. While cord cutting looks to be appealing cost-wise, for now, the industry is never going to settle for decreased revenues in the long run. A recent Hulu decision proves that.
Universal 3-in-1 Lens Kit for Smartphones and Tablets: $11.99
Check out this clever idea, a clip-on Universal 3-in-1 Lens Kit for Smartphones and Tablets. Because it’s held on with an adjustable clip, it will fit just about any iPhone, iPad, or Android device. It comes with three lenses, a 180 degree fish eye, a wide-angle, or a macro lens. You can get this lens kit for $11.99 through our deal.
Leawo Professional Media for Mac: $19
We have a deal for you today on Leawo Professional Media for Mac. This software converts multiple video formats, and it can read and rip DVDs and Blu-ray, and it has a 2D/3d converter. This software retails for $119, but you can get it through our deal for $19.
Zus Smart Car Charger and Locator: $29.99
Check out this handy gadget, the Zus Smart Car Charger and Locator. Plug it into your car’s A/C outlet and it will charge your devices through USB ports. It’s a smart charger, too, in that it sends the current each device needs. But, it also serves as a locator by communicating with an app on your iPhone so you can find your car. You can get this device through our deal for $29.99
Dashlane Premium/Hotspot Shield Elite VPN 3-Yr Subscription Bundle: $69.99
We have a deal for you today on a three year subscription to both Dashlane Premium—a password manager—and Hotspot Shield Elite VPN. You can get both of these services bundled together for three years for $69.99.
Apple's Mac Problem Could Soon be a Mac Crisis
Apple is long overdue for a refresh of its Macintosh line. The last Mac mini update was October 2014. The 2013 Mac Pro has never been updated. The last MacBook Pro (15-inch) was updated in May of 2015. The company still sells a 2012 13-inch MacBook Pro with a SuperDrive. Only the iMac and MacBook lines are less than a year old. The Verge lays it all out and questions why Apple isn’t keeping most of its Macs more current. Yet there are glimmers of hope. It’s all on page 2 of Friday’s Particle Debris.
NightStand for Apple Watch: $19.95
Check out Nightstand for Apple Watch, a charging stand that puts your Apple Watch in nightstand mode. It features a suction cup so that it sticks where you put it, making it easy to pull your Apple Watch off the stand. You can get it through our deal for $19.95.
Flexible Tripod for Smartphones and Cameras: $8.99
We have a deal for you today on a flexible tripod for iPhones, Android smartphones, and cameras. Each leg is made of rotating balls, allowing you to adjust it for just about any surface. You can get this device through our deal for just $8.99.
PDFpen 8 All-Purpose PDF Editor for Mac: $37
Hey, cool. We get to offer you a deal on PDFpen 8 for Mac from Smile Software. This software is an all-purpose PDF reader and editor. You can edit text, add images, redact information, export to Microsoft Word format, and a lot more. PDFpen 8 is priced at $74.95, but you can get it through our deal for just $37.
Special 2-for-1 Offer on Extra Long MFi-Certified Lightning Cable:$14.99
We have a great deal for you today on not one, but two 10-foot MFi-certified Lightning cables. And the price? $14.99. Like I said, it’s a great deal. The image shows just one cable, but this deal is for a two-pack. Check out the details on the deal listing.
The Complete iOS 10 Developer Course: $25
We have a deal for you today on the Complete iOS 10 Developer Course. It features 30 hours of content, including 217 lectures. You’ll learn SiriKit, Messages, Maps—all with new features for developers in iOS 10, as well as an in-depth look at the rest of the operating system. You can get this course through our deal for just $25.
Are Humans Becoming Robotic Faster than Robots Can be Human-like?
People are walking around, staring at their iPhones, mesmerized by messages and selfies. They’re reading lurid news, glued to YouTube videos and immersing themselves in Pokémon GO. Is this robotic behavior slowly replacing typical human behavior? Is it happening faster than robots can become more human? Could robots someday role reverse and become more human than we used to be? Page 2 of Friday’s Particle Debris expands the initial discussion and leaves us to ponder.
The Ultra-Efficient File Management Bundle for Mac: $19.99
We have a deal for today on four Mac utilities for managing your files: Yes, Leap, Deep, and Fresh. They’re designed to help you keep track of your documents, make more of tags, match images, and more. You can get all four apps through our deal for $19.99. Check out the details in the deal listing.
Revogi 'Smart Meter' Bluetooth Outlet: $24.99
Check out the Revogi Smart Meter Bluetooth Outlet. Combined with a companion app for Android and iOS, this device will let you control and monitor electricity going through it. Schedule on and off times, see your usage, and stop devices from using electricity even when they’re turned “off.” You can get this device through our deal for $24.99.
Layze Flexible Universal Car Mount: $12.99
Check out the Layze Flexible Universal Car Mount. It has a flexible neck that allows you to position your smartphone just the way you want it. and the universal mount is designed to hold what the manufacturer says is all smartphones. The clamp is shock-resistant and slip-resistant rubber pad that won’t slide, You can get this device through our deal for $12.99.