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Apple Watch Enhances Sleep Score Notifications with New Features
The Apple Watch now offers customizable notifications for its sleep score feature, allowing users to adjust alerts based on their sleep quality. This setting enhances user engagement and awareness of sleep health without the need for external apps.
Discounts on Apple Products Ahead of Holiday Season
Apple products, including the iPhone 17 Pro/Max, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and various accessories, are significantly discounted across major online retailers such as Amazon. Price reductions reach up to $449 on select models, making high-demand products more accessible to consumers before the holiday shopping season.
Apple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion for Macs and iPads Until September 24
Apple has extended its 2026 Back to School promotion for eligible Macs and iPads in the United States until September 24. This offer provides education discounts and an Apple Gift Card up to $150 with qualifying purchases, benefiting students, parents, and educators.
Elevation Lab accessory extends AirTag 2 battery life to 10 years
An accessory from Elevation Lab allows AirTag 1 and 2 models to operate for 10 years or more on two AA batteries, significantly extending the device's standard one-year battery life. This provides a solution for users who want to reduce the frequency of battery replacements, despite adding bulk to the AirTag.
TESSAN AERO 5000 MagSafe battery features titanium finish and new SolidSafe technology
TESSAN introduced the AERO 5000, a new MagSafe compatible portable battery with a titanium alloy finish and a thin design. The device uses SolidSafe battery technology, which is designed to reduce heat buildup and prevent thermal runaway.
RevenueCat Launches Shipaton Mobile Hackathon with Over $1 Million in Prizes
RevenueCat has launched its annual Shipaton mobile hackathon, running from August 1 to September 30, offering over $1 million in prizes for new apps that integrate the RevenueCat SDK for monetization. This event aims to encourage new app development, particularly for those utilizing AI coding tools.
GAMEBABY Releases New Translucent iPhone Case with Physical Game Boy-Style Buttons
BitmoLab has released a new translucent version of its GAMEBABY iPhone case, which integrates physical buttons for retro game emulation without requiring batteries or Bluetooth. The case uses capacitive contacts to simulate screen touches, providing a tactile gaming experience for iPhone users interested in retro emulation.
DuckDuckGo Releases "Normal F***ing Sunglasses" as Anti-Surveillance Statement
DuckDuckGo has launched a pair of sunglasses called "Normal F***ing Sunglasses" in collaboration with Knockaround. These glasses are marketed as anti-surveillance, featuring no cameras, microphones, AI, batteries, or electronics, serving as a satirical commentary on privacy concerns in tech.
Overflight App Displays Real-Time Aircraft Data on Apple Devices
The new app Overflight provides real-time data on planes flying overhead for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV users. It offers flight details, including altitude and speed, with a Pro version adding features like flight paths and inbound alerts, catering to aviation enthusiasts.
Indie App Sales promotion offers discounts on hundreds of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS apps
The Indie App Sales promotion is live, providing exclusive discounts on over 850 apps across various platforms, including iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, macOS, and watchOS, until July 30. This event allows users to purchase apps at reduced prices and supports independent developers.
ESR FlickLock Case for AirPods Pro 3 Features Locking Lid and Strong MagSafe Connection
ESR released the FlickLock Magnetic Case for AirPods Pro 3, which includes a secure locking lid and enhanced MagSafe compatibility. This accessory aims to prevent accidental opening of the AirPods case and maintain a strong magnetic connection to chargers.
NeoCam App Brings Retro Game Boy Camera Style to iPhone and iPad Photos and Videos
NeoCam, a new camera app for iPhone and iPad, offers real-time Game Boy camera-style filters for photos and videos. The app allows users to adjust exposure, pixelation, and dither strength, create custom filters, and apply retro looks to existing images. This provides a niche creative tool for users interested in vintage digital aesthetics on mobile devices.