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Mitchel is the Deals Editor at MacRumors and has been writing for the site since 2014. Starting as a contributing writer, and then editor, he now oversees the day-to-day deals coverage for MR, which includes writing dedicated articles, updating deals guides and roundups, managing affiliate partnerships, and more.

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Apple Unveils 'iPadOS' Designed Specifically for the iPad's Larger Display

Monday June 3, 2019 10:14 am PDT by
Apple today revealed "iPadOS," a new version of iOS that Apple has designed specifically for the larger screens on the iPad family. Apple said that it renamed the OS to recognize the "distinctive experience" of ‌iPad‌. To start, the Home screen has been redesigned with a new layout that shows more apps on each page. The widget-based Today view can be added to the Home screen, providing quick...
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Apple Reveals tvOS 13 With New Home Screen and Support for Multiple User Profiles

Monday June 3, 2019 10:10 am PDT by
During the WWDC 2019 keynote Apple unveiled tvOS 13, the latest operating system update for Apple TV HD and ‌Apple TV‌ 4K devices. The update introduces a new Home screen, multi-user support, updates to Apple Music, new underwater screensavers, and more. The updates start at the new Home screen, which Apple said is "designed for discovery." Apps on the dock can now play full-screen video...
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Ecobee Launches New HomeKit-Compatible SmartThermostat With Updated Internals

Monday June 3, 2019 8:17 am PDT by
Ecobee today announced a new thermostat called the Ecobee SmartThermostat with Voice Control. Similar to previous versions of the product, the updated Ecobee can help reduce energy consumption through automated temperature control, as well as provide easier thermostat adjustments thanks to HomeKit support. The fifth-generation Ecobee SmartThermostat includes a glass finish with LCD...
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Deals Spotlight: Get the 2017 512GB 12.9-Inch iPad Pro for Nearly Half Off at $719

Monday June 3, 2019 6:23 am PDT by
B&H Photo has kicked off a new flash sale today that discounts the old models of the iPad Pro by nearly 50 percent. The centerpiece of the sale is the 512GB 12.9-inch iPad Pro from 2017, with both Wi-Fi and cellular support, priced at just $719 -- a new low price for the device. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with B&H Photo. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a...
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Philips Hue Expected to Launch New Filament Light Bulbs and HomeKit Smart Plug This Fall

Monday June 3, 2019 4:59 am PDT by
Philips Hue is planning to launch a new collection of accessories this fall, according to a new report today by iCulture. The collection will include filament light bulbs and a brand-new smart plug. This would be the first time that Philips Hue launches its own smart plug accessory, but it's unclear if you will need a Philips Hue bridge to connect the plug or if it will be a standalone device. ...
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Deals: New Low Prices on 2018 iPad Pros and iTunes' Ultimate Movie Weekend Sale

Friday May 31, 2019 7:34 am PDT by
Amazon is ending the week with a big sale on the 2018 iPad Pros, with up to $200 off both 11-inch and 12.9-inch models in both Wi-Fi and cellular configurations. Prices start as low as $674 for the 64GB 11-inch iPad Pro, and rise from there. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep ...
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Deals Spotlight: Get Apple's Smart Keyboard for 10.5-Inch iPad Pro and iPad Air at 50% Off ($79.50)

Thursday May 30, 2019 10:08 am PDT by
Amazon is discounting Apple's Smart Keyboard for the 10.5-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air by 50 percent. This means you can get the accessory for $79.50, a new all-time low price for the 10.5-inch version of the Smart Keyboard. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. The...
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Amazon Reveals 'Echo Show 5' With New Design and Alexa Commands for Deleting Voice Recordings

Wednesday May 29, 2019 7:49 am PDT by
Amazon today announced the Echo Show 5, the latest Echo device with a 5.5-inch display, more compact design, and privacy-focused voice controls for Alexa. Echo Show 5 is priced at $89.99 and is set to launch on June 26, 2019. Amazon's Echo Show devices have speakers and a touchscreen, aimed at letting customers watch the news via apps like NBC and Reuters, look at the weather, or make video...
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Deals Spotlight: B&H Photo's Latest Sale Includes Up to $700 Off 2017 iMacs

Wednesday May 29, 2019 7:19 am PDT by
B&H Photo is discounting a collection of iMacs this week, with savings reaching as much as $700 off original prices. The sale includes both 21.5-inch and 27-inch Retina iMac models, all of which are from 2017. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with B&H Photo. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. The two...
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The Pokémon Company Announces 'Pokémon Sleep' and 'Pokémon HOME' iOS Apps Coming in 2020

Wednesday May 29, 2019 6:33 am PDT by
The Pokémon Company today announced a new cloud service app and two new mobile games, coming in 2020 and beyond. The news was shared during a press conference in Tokyo, alongside other announcements such as a new Detective Pikachu game for Nintendo Switch. To start, The Pokémon Company president and CEO Tsunekazu Ishihara revealed Pokémon Sleep is coming to iOS and Android in 2020. The app...
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Memorial Day Deals: Save on Apple Devices and Accessories from Twelve South, Mophie, Best Buy, and More

Saturday May 25, 2019 6:00 am PDT by
This Monday, May 27 is Memorial Day, a federal holiday in the United States that honors individuals who have died while serving in the Armed Forces. Marking the unofficial beginning of the summer, the holiday also comes with numerous shopping discounts and sales from many companies that sell Apple products and related accessories. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors....
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Deals Spotlight: 2019 iPad Air Gets First Price Drop (Up to $40 Off)

Thursday May 23, 2019 7:07 am PDT by
Back in March, Apple launched the new 10.5-inch iPad Air with Touch ID, a headphone jack, A12 Bionic processor, support for the Apple Pencil, and compatibility with the Smart Keyboard. Today, B&H Photo and Amazon have kicked off the first sales for the 2019 iPad Air, discounting select configurations by up to $40. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a...
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FileMaker 18 for macOS Launches With Improved UI and More Security Controls

Wednesday May 22, 2019 8:02 am PDT by
FileMaker 18 for macOS launched today, introducing a collection of feature enhancements like an improved user interface and a larger variety of security controls. FileMaker, Inc. is one of Apple's subsidiary companies and makes the FileMaker Platform, which allows developers to build custom apps. The company said that the new UI includes an "Import Field Mapping" dialog box, so that users...
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Riot Games Working on Mobile Version of 'League of Legends', Not Ready for 2019 Launch

Wednesday May 22, 2019 7:34 am PDT by
Popular PC game League of Legends is on its way to mobile devices, according to three sources with knowledge of plans for the game who spoke with Reuters. The smartphone version of the game is being worked on by Tencent Holdings in China and Riot Games in the United States. Work on the game has been ongoing for over a year, but the game is "unlikely" to debut in 2019. The mobile game faced...
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'Mario Kart Tour' Gameplay Revealed in New Images and Video Shared From Beta Players

Wednesday May 22, 2019 6:30 am PDT by
Nintendo today kicked off the beta for its mobile game Mario Kart Tour, limited to Android in Japan and the United States. Thanks to players starting to get their hands on the game, we now have a video and a few screenshots of Mario Kart Tour that provide a good idea of what you can expect from the mobile version of Mario Kart (via iGeneration). Images via iGeneration Like the console...
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Deals: $50 iTunes Gift Cards for $42.50, $10 4K iTunes Movies, Up to $500 Off 2017 iMacs, and More

Tuesday May 21, 2019 7:19 am PDT by
There are quite a few deals happening today that could save shoppers some money on iTunes credit, Apple's Smart Battery Case for the iPhone XR, and previous generation Retina iMacs. All of these discounts can be seen below, and our readers should also remember to check out an exclusive Anker sale we have going on this week only, with discounts on high-quality battery packs and Bluetooth speakers. ...
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MacRumors Exclusive: Save Up to 40% on Anker's Bluetooth Speakers, Headphones, and Portable Batteries

Monday May 20, 2019 11:29 am PDT by
MacRumors readers have a chance to save on a collection of Anker accessories this week, thanks to our latest exclusive sale with the popular accessory maker. This time around our sale includes up to 40 percent off Bluetooth speakers, wireless headphones, and portable battery packs. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a...
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Pandora Launches New Desktop App for Mac

Monday May 20, 2019 8:06 am PDT by
Pandora today launched a new desktop app for Mac, aimed at all Pandora listeners across both its free and paid tiers. Similar to its mobile apps, Pandora for Mac allows for full access to Pandora without needing to open a web browser. New features in the app include keyboard controls for playing, pausing, replaying, skipping, shuffling, and liking/disliking songs. There is also an on-screen...
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Some Apple Watch Series 3 Repairs Can Now Qualify for Series 4 Replacement

Monday May 20, 2019 7:25 am PDT by
Apple has informed its retail staff that it will substitute some Apple Watch Series 3 repairs with the Apple Watch Series 4, due to low inventory on the older model. The announcement was spotted by an internal memo delivered to staff and Authorized Service Providers, seen by 9to5Mac. Now, customers looking for a repair or replacement of the stainless steel Apple Watch Series 3 with GPS and...
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Proposed T-Mobile and Sprint Merger Gains Support From FCC Chairman Ajit Pai

Monday May 20, 2019 6:59 am PDT by
United States Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai said this week that he would recommend approval of the merger between T-Mobile and Sprint (via Bloomberg). The news comes after T-Mobile and Sprint announced changes to their $26.5 billion merger agreement, including the sale of the prepaid brand Boost Mobile, a three-year buildout of their 5G network, and a pledge not to raise...