iPads need stands. Whether you’re watching videos, long-form typing, or making FaceTime calls, it’s a chore to hold the iPad upright for extended blocks of time. To address that need, Apple launched the first iPad with regular and keyboard docks, but quickly gave up on them in favor of simpler folding lids called Smart Covers. If you’re looking for an iPad stand or dock, you can do better than that....

Sponsored by VMware Workspace ONE: A true Unified Endpoint Management platform that manages all device types on all platforms across all use cases, including macOS and iOS. Try for free. Stories discussed in this episode: Tim Cook says he has never spoken to Elon Musk, but has great admiration for Tesla and their lead in electric vehicles Smaller iPhone 13 notch pictured in dummy unit Tim Cook says he ‘probably’ won’t be at Apple in 10 years’ time Tim Cook hits Facebook’s criticism over App Tracking changes Leaker says new Apple Silicon iMac will feature an even larger display, exceeding 27 inches Enjoy the podcast?...

Stories discussed in this episode: HomePod now runs on tvOS, here’s what that could mean iPhone and Android COVID-19 contact-tracing: Public health authority apps only, can be disabled by region, multiple iOS updates required Trump: People have ‘big constitutional problems’ with Apple and Google’s COVID-19 contact-tracing Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Overcast RSS Stitcher TuneIn Google Play Share your thoughts! Drop us a line at happyhour@9to5mac.com. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!...

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: Alleged iPad Air 4 pamphlet shows new full-screen design, Touch ID power button, USB-C Facebook wanted to tell users about Apple’s 30% cut; Apple blocked it Apple features Fortnite competitor PUBG in App Store on same day it will terminate Epic’s developer account Today only, score notable deals on Macs, iPads, and accessories at Woot (Refurb) Woot’s huge 1-day Apple Watch and iPhone sale starts at $100 (Cert....

Enjoy the podcast?: Stories discussed in this episode: CIRP: iPhone 12 sales strong at launch, but iPhone 12 mini ‘likely disappointed Apple’ Google says it will update its iOS apps with privacy details beginning this week Report speculates that Google hasn’t updated its iOS apps in weeks to avoid providing privacy details iOS 14.4 beta suggests guided audio walking workouts coming to Apple Watch Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe:...

Stories discussed in this episode: Digitimes: Backlit Smart Keyboard for iPad Pro coming later this year, 13-inch MacBook Pro with scissor keys sooner Upcoming Apple Podcasts expansion into original content will include companion content for TV+ Apple Card adds native support for exporting transactions to a spreadsheet Enjoy the podcast?: Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Overcast RSS Stitcher TuneIn Google Play Share your thoughts! Drop us a line at happyhour@9to5mac....

Since 2014, the mysterious and moody John Wick has brought a new name to action movies in his trilogy. As an expert assassin, Wick has a lot of amazing fighting skills and weapons techniques that we could only wish we had. The fact that he’s played by the lovable Keanu Reeves makes Wick an even bigger icon in action movie history and puts him among the most dominant figures. Which leaves us wondering, who stands a chance in a fight against the assassin?...

Netflix’s Lucifer is surely climbing the ranks on one of the most talked-about series to watch. The combination of celestial beings, the drama of crime-solving and the turmoil of love are reeling in fans. The show’s main characters, Lucifer Morningstar (Tom Ellis), Chloe Decker (Lauren German), Dan (Kevin Alejandro) and more make the show enjoyable to watch. It would be very hard to sustain yourself from watching hours and hours of back to back episodes....

2017 was a good year for those who love smartphones. This is because a lot of new devices were introduced in it. Probably 2018 will be going to add a lot to their experience. We are in December only and a lot of new devices are making their entry in the smartphone markets. It is true that if you are interested in buying a gadget like a smartphone, you have a wide range of selection available....

There are more private options. DuckDuckGo’s navigation service uses the framework of Apple Maps without all the tracking. Tap or click here to see how it works. Most of us will prefer to use the big hitters: Google, Apple, and Waze. Try these pro tricks to make them even more useful. 1. Travel incognito When you navigate somewhere using Google Maps, location info is saved to your profile. If you want to go somewhere without seeing it pop up on your recent places, turn on Incognito mode....

A prime example of a brand that has taken the progressive DEI call to action in stride is Nordstrom. In 2020, Pete Nordstrom, chief brand officer and president of Nordstrom, Inc. announced the brand’s five-year plan to promote racial equality. Included within Nordstrom’s five-year plan was the significant growth in sales of Black and Latinx-owned products. In support of their plan to promote racial equality, Nordstrom launched their own DEI influencer marketing campaign to promote awareness for the vast array of Black-owned products available at Nordstrom....

90 Day Fiancé’s Avery Mills shut down rumors that her husband Omar Albakour is controlling. The couple has been fighting an uphill battle regarding their relationship as it looks like they will be forced apart due to the long wait times on his visa. The series 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days has been documenting American Avery and Syrian Omar, but as the season starts to wind down, viewers were starting to see another side to the dentist - a side that seemed to be a bit more aggressive than he had previously been showing....

Sponsored by Hyper: Preorder the new HyperJuice, the world’s smallest 100W GaN USB-C charger 40% off for a limited time. Stories discussed in this episode: iFixit cracking open the new 16-inch MacBook Pro to see exactly what’s different with the Magic Keyboard Hulu’s Live TV plan jumping 22% for new and existing customers soon Apple News+ failing to attract new subscribers after March launch, report says Using HomeKit Secure Video in iOS 13....

Sponsored by Incipio: Protect your iPhone 13 w/ Incipio’s new MagSafe collection. Available at Incipio and Verizon.com Stories discussed in this episode: Apple Card now offering 6% Daily Cash back on purchases from Apple 2022 MacBook Air rumors: New design and colors, white bezels, mini-LED, ‘slightly’ more expensive Woot takes up to $529 off cert. refurb iPhone 11/Pro/Max, more on sale from $100 Save 20%+ in today’s Samsung storage Gold Box: microSD cards, SSDs, more from $55 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) / Twitter Enjoy the podcast?...

Good Time directors Benny and Josh Safdie will develop a 48 Hours remake for Paramount Players. Good Time has won the Safdies critical acclaim, scoring five Film Independent Spirit Awards nominations. The film also played in competition at Cannes and picked up an award for Best Score. Star Robert Pattinson has himself earned raves for his performance as a failed bank robber suffering through a hellish night trying to get his mentally challenged brother out of Riker’s Island....

While HBO has always been known for making epic blockbusters, Showtime is famous more for taking risks and making shows that created smaller but heavily devout audiences. Some of the network’s most famous series include Dexter, Ray Donovan, Homeland, and Shameless. But throughout the network’s history, it has also created some notable shows that have since been overlooked…not to mention a few duds that are best left forgotten. Here are Showtime’s five best (and five worst) forgotten series....

The Walking Dead is one of the most-watched shows on television. It has captivated viewers since 2010 and is currently on its 9th season. Fans can’t get enough of their favorite zombie-ending characters. They tune in every Sunday to see who the group will face off with next, whether it’s a herd of walkers or a rival group of humans. While the show has lost many important people, including the series lead, Rick Grimes, in the current season, it will continue on into season ten without them....

This is a golden age of superhero television, to the point that choosing what to watch feels just like walking into a comic book store. There are so many different kinds of comic book and superhero themed shows that cater to completely varied interests. Both Marvel and DC dominate networks and streaming services almost equally, something that had never really been seen before this decade. However, as crazy as it might sound, for as many superhero shows as fans have right now, there are twice as many that never saw the light of day....

Lena Headey stepped into the spotlight with her role in 300. She furthered her career in TV with The Sarah Connor Chronicles. However, she stamped herself as royalty with her turn in Game Of Thrones as the conniving Cersei Lannister. A beautiful person riddled with ugly tendencies and selfish motivations, she embodies the traits we least want to see in those with power. Yet, here we are on the cusp of the final season of GoT and she’s assumed the titular throne....

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