Apple a big child smartphone safety proponent, while spending millions to lobby against mandates

Apple may be adding new ways to combat smartphone addiction, but it's also spending millions on lobbying regulators to limit what it's required to do with the iPhone and App Store. According to the Wall Street Journal, multiple states are looking to regulate teen smartphone use, and can all expect pressure from Apple. Detailing one…

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Wombat Willow review: A solid typing tool with some quirks

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsSolid constructionNice mechanical feel when typingBacklit varietySupports multiple Bluetooth connectionsConsNon-standard layout for Function keys and number padNeed to read the manual to be able to adjust some settingsOur VerdictThe Willow is Wombat’s mechanical keyboard offering for the Mac market. Overall, it’s a solid keyboard, ideal for anyone who prefers the feel…

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The M4 Mac mini might finally have the courage to dump its USB-A ports

In early August, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that the upcoming M4 Mac mini will have a new, smaller design and stated that it’ll have at least three USB-C ports, a power connector, and an HDMI port. In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Gurman offered more details on the M4 Mac mini’s ports…

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Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 Charger review: minimalist beauty

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsCharges Watch and iPhone (can swap Watch for AirPods)Fast-charge Watch15W Qi2 for iPhoneCompact and portableColor choicesConsExpensiveLighter colors can scuffOur VerdictThe Qi2 ButterFly SE is a great alternative to the original MagSafe ButterFly charger. It’s highly portable and looks fantastic. People will love the new color choices (especially the fun pink version),…

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Leather Sleeve from Manuel Dreesman review

At a glanceExpert's Rating ConsGaps at the bottom make it less waterproofOur VerdictThere are cheaper and more protective options, but if you appreciate quality it’s a good choice with a unique quality due to the nature of the business. Price When Reviewed$197 Best Prices Today: Manuel Dreesmann Leather Case In some ways the modern working-from-home…

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How to protect yourself from fake Apple Watch Ultra scams

Counterfeiters are fooling YouTubers with fake Apple Watch Ultras with cameras in the crown. If you find a viral video claiming the Apple Watch Ultra has a hidden camera in it, what you're actually watching is a reminder that some unethical sites and companies will stop at nothing to fool the gullible. Videos claiming that…

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Comparing the sizes of iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and an early case

Let's compare a dummy phone and an early case to the iPhone 15 Pro Max Ahead of Apple's It's Glowtime event, there are a few iPhone 16 cases. Here's what an iPhone 15 Pro Max looks like, inside one of the new accessories. As is often the case, mock up dummy units trickle out of…

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Apple plans Magic Keyboard for entry-level iPad

Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro Owners of Apple's iPad may finally get their own version of the Magic Keyboard, with a low-end alternative to the iPad Pro accessory potentially arriving in 2025. One of the headline accessories for the iPad Pro is the Magic Keyboard. However, it's an expensive accessory limited only to the iPad…

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