iPhone suppliers could leave China if trade tariff hits 25%
By Killian Bell • 8:44 am, December 12, 2018
Apple will look to avoid iPhone import levies above 10%.
iPhone suppliers will reportedly consider moving away from China is U.S. trade tariffs hit 25 percent.
Sources say they will remain even if the U.S. introduces a 10 percent tax on smartphones, but they could be forced to "reassess the situation" should the Trump administration impose a higher rate on imported goods.
Preordering an iPhone XR? It's time to sell your old phone
By Killian Bell • 8:45 am, October 16, 2018
Turn your old iPhone into real cash today!
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You'll be able to preorder your shiny new iPhone XR in just a few days, which means it's time to start thinking about how you're going to pay for it. It might just be easier than you think.
Start by selling your old iPhone to Cult of Mac. It's quick and easy, and we pay real cash. What's more, we typically pay more than other buyback services. Get a quote now and you can hold onto your device until your new iPhone XR arrives.
HomePod voice calling feature confirmed in iOS 12 beta 5
By Killian Bell • 6:31 am, July 31, 2018
HomePod calls are coming.
HomePod's rumored voice calling feature has been all but confirmed in iOS 12 beta 5.
A new "Personal Requests" setup screen now displays an additional icon where the Phone app will sit, and reads "make phone calls" in its list of abilities. It indicates HomePod users will be able to initiate calls for the first time when iOS 12 makes its public debut this fall.
HomePod update will bring phone calls, voicemail, multiple timers
It will be on sale "this summer."
HomePod is expected to get even smarter this fall when Apple rolls out a big software update.
A new report claims the $349 device will be able to handle phone calls, retrieve your voicemail, and run multiple timers. It could also give you the ability to search for songs by using their lyrics, and to translate languages.
Facebook's scary plan to record your conversations while you watch TV
By Killian Bell • 8:05 am, June 28, 2018
Facebook's new patent is as worrying as it sounds.
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Some believe Facebook is already using our smartphones to hear our private conversations. That's not true, but the social network is certainly considering it.
Facebook has applied for a new patent that describes a method of tapping into our microphones to listen to our reactions to TV ads. It's just as invasive as it sounds.
HomePod version of Siri comes with big limitations
By Buster Hein • 9:04 am, January 29, 2018
The HomePod version of Siri is a lot dumber than the iPhone version.
Apple's new HomePod speaker might be the dumbest smart-speaker on the market.
Based on early reviews and leaked info, it appears that Apple has seriously crippled Siri on the new HomePod speaker and removed some features, making it vastly different than the version of Siri that lives on your iPhone.
Writing assistants, unlimited phone plans, and more [Week's best deals]
By Cult of Mac Deals • 8:00 am, July 22, 2017
Writing assistants, meditation apps, lifetime phone plans and more are all part of this week's best deals.
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Here at the Cult of Mac Store, we delight in finding great new deals on tools and tech every week. This go around, we've got a gravity-operated mobile car mount, and a super useful writing assistant. Additionally, we've got an app to guide you in meditating (really), and a phone plan year of unlimited talk and text. Discounts run from a third to as much as 90 percent off, red on for more details:
Wirelessly diagnose your car, and more [Deals]
iPhone cables, mounts, chargers, and a wireless diagnosis tool. These are the auto accessories you're looking for.
If you've got a car, you've got a hundred ways to integrate your mobile devices with it. We've gathered some great deals on essential tech to take on the road with you. Below you'll find a futuristic phone mount, a 3-port USB hub, a metal-braided Lightning cable, and a tool for wirelessly checking on your car's health. Everything Is discounted by 25 percent or more, read on for more details:
Gear up for better iPhone photos and videos [Deals]
By Cult of Mac Deals • 8:00 am, June 19, 2017
Add new levels of quality and flexibility to your mobile photography with these premium accessories.
If you've got an iPhone, you have one of the best mobile cameras out there. But having a good camera and a good eye isn't enough to make the most of your iPhone's photo potential. That's why we've rounded up these deals on tools for taking your mobile image-making to the next level. We've got phone and tablet stands that fold into the size of a credit card, a hand-held stabilizer, a grippy tripod mount, and case that includes a wide-angle lens upgrade. Read on for more details:
Instantly upgrade your security, privacy and productivity [Week's Best Deals]
By Cult of Mac Deals • 8:00 am, April 22, 2017
Protect your online life with a VPN, guard your privacy with a second phone number, and lots more.
Welcome to the new week, same as the last week. Except of course for the great deals in the Cult of Mac Store. This go around, our very best deals include a lifetime of VPN protection, comprehensive training in Microsoft Excel, a powerful alternative to Search and Spotlight, and an anonymous second phone line perfect for first dates or Craigslist deals. Everything is discounted by more than half, read on for more details:
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