This week Zac and Benjamin discuss the state of Apple Stores during the global pandemic, updates to Apple’s Exposure Notifications API, macOS 10.15.5 and new battery features, new details about Messages for Mac on macOS 10.16, loads of Apple TV+ developments, and much more. Subscribe to receive new episodes every Friday: 🟣 Apple Podcasts 🟠 Overcast 🟢 Spotify Sponsored by Pillow: Pillow is an all-in-one sleep tracking solution to help you get a better night’s sleep....

Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. 9to5Toys Lunch Break delivers the best deals every day of the week at 12:30PM EST. This includes price drops on all sorts of Apple products from iPad to MacBook and everything in between, as well as HomeKit gear, accessories of all kinds and so much more....

Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. 9to5Toys Lunch Break delivers the best deals every day of the week at 12:30PM EST. This includes price drops on all sorts of Apple products from iPad to MacBook and everything in between, as well as HomeKit gear, accessories of all kinds and so much more....

Well, the day has finally arrived. Just about all of the most notable Black Friday deals are now live. Head below for the best deals of the year on Apple products, TVs, media streamers, displays, games, accessories and much more: TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS: Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications....

Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. Today’s can’t miss deals: Last Call Updates: Get iPhone 6s sooner by going through this eBay store, even Rose Gold (potential tax advantages + Paypal options) Anker iPhone 6s/Plus accessories: cases from $2, Tempered Glass Screen protector $2, Lightning car charger $7, more Apple’s latest 13....

But spoilers are the least of your worries this year. Thieves are already targeting online holiday shoppers. If you fall for the scams, not only will you not receive the gifts you buy, but you’ll also be out of the money you spent. Read on for details on the most common scams and ways to avoid falling victim. Here’s the backstory When special shopping days approach, scammers are out in full force with fake advertisements and scam messages....

Well, with a soundboard, you can do exactly that. You can use soundboards to play sound effects in your Discord channel, set up hotkeys to play your favorite sound effects at the push of a button, and even use them to change your voice. There are plenty of soundboards out there to choose from, but don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Here’s the lowdown on some of the best soundboard apps for Discord....

PIC Auto high-back waterproof seat covers Mats are great for the floor, but nobody remembers checking on their seats. These winter covers provide a nice waterproof layer, so you don’t soak the seats and ruin them. They fit most car, truck and SUV seats. With a stretchy elastic edge, these are simple to affix to any car seat in under a minute. Magnetic windshield cover What if you want to avoid snow on your windshield?...

30 Rock is one of the most critically acclaimed and beloved sitcoms in recent memory, and not only that, it made use of some really big-name guest stars over its seven seasons. That’s the thing about a TV show about the production of a TV show set in the headquarters of a popular TV network – it’s a workplace comedy set in a workplace that would have famous people coming and going every single day....

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Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS: Last Call Updates: RIVER hopes to be your ultimate mobile power and recharge station Apple 13-inch 256GB MacBook Air now $940 shipped Apple 15-inch MacBook Pro w/ Touch Bar: $2,070 ($329 savings) Apple’s 13-inch 512GB MacBook Pro + Touch Bar $1,750 (Reg....

Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS: Last Call Updates: iTunes offers ten-film iconic movie bundles from each decade for $20/ea Apple 13-inch MacBook Air gets a $239 price drop, now $760 shipped Daily Deals: WD Elements 1TB USB 3....

Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. Today’s can’t miss deals: Last Call Updates: Smart LED HDTVs: LG 49-inch 4K UHDTV $660, Samsung 40-inch $320, more Here’s how to install Kano OS on your Raspberry Pi 2 for free The iDrink iPhone case includes a built-in breathalyzer, bottle opener and driving game Headphones: Sol Republic Tracks Air Bluetooth $75, Klipsch Image X10 in-ears $80, more 1,000-Watt 2-Stroke Gasoline Powered Portable Generator $95 shipped (orig....

Be sure to follow 9to5Toys to keep up with the best gear and deals on the web: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+. Today’s can’t miss deals: Anker Astro E4 13000mAh portable dual-port external battery pack $37 shipped SOLD OUT Crucial M500 480GB SATA 2.5″ Solid State Drive $310 shipped (Reg. $407) Other great deals from today: PSA: Buyers in the market for a new Synology NAS might want to hold off on current closeouts and wait for the DS214 http://t....

From the inception of Sons of Anarchy until the recent events of Mayans M.C., the Mayans Motorcycle Club has always been known to be a serious player in the world of the illegal weapons trade, shipment protections, prostitution, and drug trafficking. They were bitter rivals of SAMCRO before becoming important allies, and while they may be outlaws, there is a strict system of hierarchy and laws that all members of this club must follow in order to share in the spoils of this club’s many successful operations....

Sponsored by Crypto Pro: Bitcoin/cryptocurrency tracking app for iPhone, iPad, Mac & Apple Watch. Stories discussed in this episode: AirTags withdrawn from sale by Australian chain; safety concerns Apple and Epic once planned a subscription bundle combining Fortnite Crew, Apple Music, and Apple TV+ M1 iMac likely to see Apple become market leader in AIO PCs Enjoy the podcast?: Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Overcast RSS Stitcher TuneIn Google Play Share your thoughts!...

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90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way star Jenny Slatten says her life is a nightmare after learning that her boyfriend, Sumit is already married. The truth came out on the latest episode, Jenny learns of Sumit’s secret marriage in the worst way possible. Jenny and Sumit originally met via Facebook, where Sumit catfished the 60-year-old. Jenny received a friend request from a man named Michael Jones, a twenty-something-year-old model who looked nothing like Sumit....

Sponsored by Direct Mail: Create and send great looking email newsletters with Direct Mail, an easy to use email marketing app for the Mac. Get started for free and save 10% when you sign up for any pricing plan. Stories discussed in this episode: Apple Watch Series 6 and new iPad models appear in Eurasian filings Report: Apple TV+ to add augmented reality bonus content next year Apple releases iOS 13....

Benjamin and Zac discuss what’s new in iOS 13.3.1 and other new software updates, Apple Maps 2.0 coming to Europe, new Fantastical and Filmic DoubleTake apps, the current state of HomeKit routers, and Apple hardware rumors including a new 13-inch MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, backlit iPad Pro Smart Keyboard, and possibly a spinoff of AirPower. Sponsored by Capterra: Visit Capterra.com/HappyHour today and join the millions of people who use Capterra each month....