We have a deal on the amplify Hi-Fi Wireless Headphone Amplifier. This device offers up to 12 hours of playback and supports current Bluetooth audio codecs such as LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, aptX Low Latency, AAC, and SBC. It’s $71 through our deal, but coupon code MERRYSAVE15 brings the checkout price down to $60.35. I’m linking to the black model, but there’s a silver option available in a pulldown menu in the deal listing.
Notability 9.2 Changes the Highlighter and Supports the Files App
Notability 9.2 didn’t bring a lot of changes, but the changes it did bring are important. Here are three things that were changed: Highlighter color now appears more vivid and behind text, making the text pop; Added ability to identify and troubleshoot unsearchable notes that have not been indexed properly; Can now import documents from the Files app.
Notability is among the best note-taking apps for the iPad, especially if you like handwriting your notes with an Apple Pencil. This update should be a welcome one for users.
Home Automation Standards, Ring "Security" Measures – TMO Daily Observations 2019-12-18
Bryan Chaffin and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple joining a standards group for smart home devices, and Ring’s security.
You Could Get up to 6 Months of Free Apple Music This Christmas
Apple is running a promotion for Apple Music. From now until December 31 you can get free Apple Music depending on your subscription level.
Foxconn Investigating Alleged $43 Million iPhone Fraud
Apple manufacturer Foxconn has launched an investigation into allegations that staff and a Taiwanese businessman sold defective iPhones.
A Look at The Inside And Outside of the New Mac Pro
Everyone is intrigued at the engineering of the new Mac Pro. AppleInsider looked at the insides, and the outsides, of the device.
Apple’s new Mac Pro arrives in a massive box, copiously covered in warning stickers due to the overall weight. Even at this scale, Apple’s unboxing experience is wonderful. Velcro straps hold together the paper packaging which lifts free, revealing the tower inside. The largest Apple logo we’ve seen on a product is stamped on either side of the aluminum housing, sitting between the two polished stainless steel handles that make up the frame. Much has already been said about the unique lattice grille on the front of the machine. Behind the 3D mesh is a matte black grille, to prevent objects or large debris from getting into the interior.
Twelve South Launches AirPods Pro Case ‘AirSnap Pro’
Available for US$39.99, Twelve South announced pre-orders will begin for its AirPods Pro case called AirSnap Pro. It’s expected to start shipping the week of December 30, 2019. The case is made of leather and comes with a removable clip to attach it to your backpack, purse, or attack keys to it.
Meticulously made of premium top-grain leather, this little leather AirPods cocoon has a metal snap to keep the case closed and your expensive AirPods Pro Wireless Charger safely inside. AirSnap Pro gives you three ways to keep your coveted AirPods Pro within reach. Use the included S-clip to attach AirSnap Pro to a backpack, purse or keychain. Remove the S-clip and carry AirSnap Pro in your pocket. Or, use the included wrist strap to hold your AirPods Pro Wireless Charging Case on walks or runs.
Publishers Say ‘Jury is Out’ on Apple News+
A new report on Apple News+ shows that while some publishers don’t make a lot of money from Apple’s service, they plan to stick around.
Walmart Now Sells AirPods Pro But They’re Currently Out of Stock
Although they’re currently listed as “out of stock” you can now buy AirPods Pro at Walmart, along with AppleCare+ to protect them.
Apple Works With Group to Develop Open Standards for Smart Home Devices
Apple, Google, and others announced today a working group to develop and promote an open connectivity standard for smart home devices.