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Twelve South releases PlugBug Duo accessory, adds two USB ports to MacBook charger

This qualifies as both useful and nifty. Accessory maker Twelve South has expanded upon its PlugBug lineup with the PlugBug Duo. The PlugBug Duo function as a replacement for the outlet plug on your MacBook and MacBook Pro MagSafe or USB C charger that includes two USB-A ports for powering up other devices like your […]

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Apple begins accepting donations for Kerala, India flooding victims via iTunes Store, App Store

You can now use the iTunes Store and App Store to donate to the flooding victims of Kerala, India. The programs now feature donation banners, which allow donations in $5, $10, $25, $50, $100, and $200 increments. The full amount will be sent to Mercy Corps, an international humanitarian aid group.

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Rumor: Apple reaches accord with Simply Mac, allows chain to perform official iPhone screen repairs

Even after Apple cracked down on gray market and some Apple Authorized Service Provider chains years ago, Simply Mac seems to have passed the test. After a period of time offered essentially unauthorized iPhone repairs from Apple’s viewpoint, it’s rumored that the two companies have now reached a deal. Apple is paying to fit the […]

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Apple to remove Back to My Mac feature in macOS Mojave operating system

Apple has nixed its Back to My Mac feature for macOS Mojave. Apple on Tuesday made the discontinuation official by notifying customers of the removal, and sharing a support document outlining the changes. The support document suggests alternative ways in which users can replace the retired feature, including iCloud Drive, screen sharing, and the Apple […]

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Parallels Desktop 14 for Mac out the door, includes macOS Mojave support, smaller file sizes, extended Windows tools

The new Parallels Desktop is out and it includes some fairly useful new features. Parallels Desktop 14 for the Mac was released on Tuesday, the new version featuring virtualization tool includes support for Appleā€™s macOS Mojave operating system, improves overall performance, and adds in support for more Windows features. The new version also improves storage […]