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You can already buy an ‘iPhone SE’ in China

The iPhone SE isn’t an official Apple product yet, but if you’re lucky enough to live in Shenzhen, China, you can already get your hands on a new 4-inch iPhone that looks like the love child of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 5s. Small shops at the infamous Huaqiangbei market are selling the closest thing […]

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Now’s the time to net a drone of your own [Deals]

Seeing all the drones hovering around in the park and in the neighborhood making you jealous? Well you don’t have to miss out any more, with these three deals on drones that’ll get you in the game without breaking your bank. Code Black Drone with HD Camera – 67% off This sleek, top selling drone […]

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Google, Facebook and others following Apple’s lead on encryption

Google, Facebook, Snapchat, WhatsApp and other tech giants are reportedly working on their own increased privacy measures, as Apple continues to win over the general public during its encryption standoff with the FBI. A report from U.K. newspaper The Guardian provides a few limited details about what the companies have planned. WhatsApp is reported to […]

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Cola Messenger, Retro City Rampage DX, and other awesome apps of the week

What better way is there to spend a Sunday than by catching up on the latest great iOS apps? Whether you’re wanting to transform the way you text with a fantastic new messaging tool, or just fancy unwinding with a top-down, open-world driving game that makes Grand Theft Auto look tame by comparison, you’ve come to the […]

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This LED bulb puts out brilliant light and sound [Deals]

If you thought LED light bulbs couldn’t get cooler, well, you were wrong. Energy saving, long-lasting, superior quality light, the StrimLIGHT LED bulb has all that going for it. It also has the ability to play crisp, clear audio. Yes, from a light bulb. Right now you can get a StrimLIGHT LED bulb for just […]

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4 Snapchat tips that will make you a pro

Snapchat is one of those essential social networking apps that makes a ton of sense to early adopters (read: young folks) and not much sense at all to those who arrive later to the party. As obfuscated as most of Snapchat’s features are, it takes a bit of guidance if you want to go beyond […]

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We decipher Apple’s March 21st event invitation, this week on The CultCast

This week on The CultCast: it’s official, Apple is going to “loop us in” at their March 21 press event. Join us as we decode the mysterious event invitation. Plus: some new leaks give us glimpses at the iPhone SE and iPhone 7 designs; the incredible size and scope of Apple’s new spaceship campus; and […]

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Dive into this deep well of digital developer knowledge [Deals]

If you’re considering making the smart move of expanding your skillset to include digital development, today’s your lucky day. SitePoint Premium is a massive library of courses, videos and e-books aimed at web developers, designers, and other digital professionals looking to learn or refine their chops. Their web development books are known for being written […]

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How to warm up and cool down with your Apple Watch

When you start a workout, Apple Watch only gives you a three-second countdown. There’s no time for a warmup first. And when you’re done, the Workout app does not prompt you to cool down either. That is very different from the treadmills and bikes you find in most gyms, which ease you gently into your […]

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Apple’s new 4-inch iPhone, killer Netflix tips, the FBI fight, and more

If the rumor mill is correct, Apple’s releasing a new 4-inch iPhone, possibly dubbed the iPhone SE, at its upcoming keynote in March. What the heck will it look like, what are the specs, and how much will it cost? We’ve got a look at all the possibilities in this week’s Cult of Mac Magazine, […]

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