The iPad is a peculiar device. With one foot in the smartphone world and the other foot in the laptop world, the iPad (and, arguably, tablets in general) is a kind of hybrid device, one lauded because of its extreme portability but also criticized because of its limitations. Here’s the point I’m getting at: the […]
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What to Make of “Pro”
If you’ve been following Apple’s releases lately, you’ll undoubtedly notice that emergence of the “Pro” moniker. From the iPad Pro to the MacBook Pro, it appears that Apple is designing its products for professionals — at least that’s what the name implies. But there’s something else to consider, especially in light of the 9.7-inch iPad […]
Best News Apps for Apple TV
Without a doubt, Apple’s fourth generation Apple TV is miles ahead of the third generation model, and, arguable, the single thing that makes it so much better than Apple’s previous models is the inclusion of the App Store. Adding the App Store to the fourth generation Apple TV is just as revolutionary for this streaming […]
With the iPhone SE, Apple Gets It Right
Apple’s spring event didn’t introduce a totally new iPhone, but that’s okay. The new iPhone that Apple did introduce, the iPhone SE, however, is truly a revolution in the company’s philosophy (if not its technology). It marks a step forward for Apple — even as it feels like the company is simply marching in place. […]
Choosing the Right Apple TV
Are you in the market for a new streaming box? Looking to find one that will fit into your Apple ecosystem? Well, look no further than Apple’s own Apple TV! But that’s the easy part. Deciding the right Apple TV is a little tougher. Right now, Apple sells two versions of the Apple TV: the […]
“What Do You Use Your iPad For?”
It’s a timeless question for iPad users: “What do you use your iPad for?” There are other subtle variations of this question out there as well: “How do I get the most out of my iPad?” and “What can I do with my iPad?” Some people never find an answer, and they leave their iPad […]
Top iOS Music Apps
Whether you’re gearing up for your run, preparing for that last minute study session or packing the car for the great American road trip, picking the right tunes to take with you is essential.
Which MacBook Is Right for You?
Trying to decide which MacBook is right for you? If you’re in the market for a new Apple laptop, picking between the brand’s great offerings is an enviable position, but, without a doubt, it can be tough to make a final decision.
An Argument for a Budget iPhone
Before Apple announced the iPhone 5c alongside the iPhone 5s in 2013, there were rumors all over the Internet about Apple producing a “budget iPhone.” This cheap alternative to the new iPhone — which was assumed to follow Apple’s naming system and take on the “s” moniker — would broaden Apple’s appeal and make at […]
Reinvent Your Workflow with Wunderlist
Do you ever feel like your seemingly endless to-do list has totally taken over your workflow? You’re not alone. It’s like cutting the head off the Hydra of Lerna, every time you complete one task, a few more get added to the bottom of your list. And at some point you realize that many of […]
Why We Need the 17-Inch MacBook Pro
During the WWDC in the summer of 2012, Apple unveiled its newest versions of its MacBook lineup. The 13-inch version was a combination of power and portability, and the 15-inch model packed just as much of a punch as the 13-inch notebook, but the extra screen space gave you just a bit more real estate […]
How Much Does Security Matter to Consumers?
For years, security has been a hot button issue for the tech industry. From cyber hacking and digital fraud to data encryption, tech security has been a mainstay in the headlines lately, and with Apple’s recent controversy over unlocking a terrorist’s iPhone, the public eye is once again fixated on Apple’s security and the ways […]
Are Wearables Really the Future?
In the middle of the twentieth-century, when comic book gumshoe Dick Tracy sported his watch that just so happened to double as a two-way communicator, such technology was truly a thing of the future. Talking to someone through a device strapped to your wrist was just as much science fiction to people in 1946 as […]
Apple, Security and Your Passcode
There’s one simple thing, just one thing that stands between strangers knowing virtually everything about you. From personal health and financial information to your email and social media accounts, just one thing is keeping people out of your most private information. What’s that simple thing? It’s your iPhone’s passcode. Whether your passcode is a simple 4-digit […]
The Best Bags for Your Apple Gear
Are you still putting your MacBook in that ratty old backpack from high school or college? Dump it! It’s time to up your bag game and carry your Apple gear in style! It’s tough to find a bag that’s just as cool as a shiny new MacBook, but we’re here to help. We’ve compiled this […]
