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1. Smart Plugs, Switches, Garage Door Openers On Sale for Up to 40% Off [Deal]

   
   
   

   A selection of smart plugs, switches, and garage door openers from Meross are on sale for up to 40% off today as Amazon's Deal of the Day.
   
   The sale includes an outdoor waterproof smart plug that is compatible with Apple HomeKit as well as Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
   
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2. The iPhone XR and iPhone 11 Were the Best Selling Smartphones of 2019 [Chart]

   
   
   

   The iPhone XR and iPhone 11 were the top selling smartphones globally in 2019, according to a new report from Counterpoint Research. The iPhone 11 coming in second place is particularly impressive as it was on the market for less than four months that year.
   
   Out of the top ten models, Apple captured six places with iPhone XR being the top-selling model globally in 2019, capturing a 3% market share. Apple is followed by Samsung with three models, all from its A series, among the top 10.
   
   The only device in the top ten not from Apple or Samsung was the OPPO A5 which took fifth place.
   
   
   
   
   
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3. Apple AirPods Pro Are In Stock and On Sale! [Deal]

   
   
   

   Apple's AirPods Pro are back on sale at their lowest price ever but this time they're in stock!
   
   For the past couple months Amazon has occasionally discounted AirPods Pro but usually they've been out of stock when this happens. Today, the site has AirPods Pro in stock and ready to ship for $234.98, a discount of $14.02.
   
   AirPods Pro have been designed to deliver Active Noise Cancellation for immersive sound, Transparency mode so you can hear your surroundings, and a customizable fit for all-day comfort. Just like AirPods, AirPods Pro connect magically to your iPhone or Apple Watch. And they’re ready to use right out of the case.
   
   
   
   
   
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4. New Apple Ad Highlights the Use of MacBooks in Anime [Video]

   
   
   

   Apple has posted a new ad that highlights of use of MacBooks in anime.
   
   Beyond the Mac, new stories are born one after another. A story that is not yet in this world. Come on, you too.
   
   The Verge notes that the ad is made up of clips from popular anime including Mr. Osomatsu, New Game!, Keroro Gunsou, Your Name, Weathering With You, and more.
   
   
   
   
   
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5. Apple iPad 7 On Sale for Just $249.99! [Deal]

   
   
   

   Apple's seventh generation iPad is on sale for just $249.99 today. The tablet features a 10.2-inch display, Apple's A10 Fusion chip, Touch ID, an 8MP camera, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and Apple Pencil support.
   
   “The new iPad packs even more value into our most popular and affordable iPad model featuring a bigger 10.2-inch Retina display, support for Apple Pencil and for the first time, the full-size Smart Keyboard,” said Greg Joswiak, Apple’s vice president of Product Marketing. “The new iPad was built to run iPadOS, which introduces powerful new ways to multitask, manage and mark up documents, use Apple Pencil and view more information at a glance on a redesigned Home screen. This new iPad with iPadOS takes everything people love about our most popular iPad and makes it even better for creating, learning, working and playing.”
   
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6. Apple CEO Tim Cook On Coronavirus, Stock Market, Supply Chain, Trump [Video]

   
   
   

   Apple CEO Tim Cook talks with Fox Business about coronavirus, its supply chain, the stock market, and his relationship with President Trump.
   
   Apple CEO Tim Cook discusses coronavirus’ impact on Apple and the evolving educational demands of jobs in America.
   
   When asked about whether Apple is now planning to move some of its production out of China, Cook said:
   
   
   
   
   
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7. Upcoming Ecobee Security Camera Will Have Apple HomeKit Support

   
   
   

   An FCC filing published today reveals that Ecobee's upcoming security camera will feature Apple HomeKit support.
   
   Spotted by Zatz Not Funny!, the label sample submitted by ecobee to the FCC features a HomeKit code.
   
   One would reasonably expect traditional connected camera capabilities such as motion detection and notifications, but the Alexa mics take ecobee to another level as a dual purpose device. And now, with HomeKit confirmed, functionality could be pushed over the top.
   
   
   
   
   
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8. Altice One Now Available on Apple TV 4K

   
   
   

   Altice USA has announced that the Altice One entertainment experience is now available through the Apple TV 4K. Starting today, customers can receive the ATV4K as part of their monthly subscription plan.
   
   The Altice One experience is available to Altice’s Optimum and Suddenlink customers. New and existing Altice One users can select Apple TV 4K as part of their package by purchasing a device directly from the Optimum and Suddenlink websites or by visiting select retail stores. The Apple TV 4K is available through monthly finance offers starting as low as $10 per month, or for $180. Altice One customers who select Apple TV 4K as part of their package also enjoy a limited time offer of one year of Apple TV+ included for free, so they can watch Apple Originals such as “The Morning Show,” “See,” “Servant” and “Little America” on the Apple TV app.* Altice One customers can also use the Altice One app on their existing Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD devices.
   
   "With Altice One on Apple TV 4K, we are providing another innovative yet simple way for customers to view all of the high-quality content they love," said Hakim Boubazine, Altice USA Chief Operating Officer and President of Telecommunications. "Powered by Altice's powerful broadband and WiFi network and leveraging the advanced features of Apple TV 4K, the Altice One app for Apple TV extends our services even further into the home and brings customers more choice and flexibility in how and where they watch their favorite content."
   
   
   
   
   
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9. Lady Gaga's Entire 'Stupid Love' Music Video Was 'Shot on iPhone' [Watch]

   
   
   

   Lady Gaga's new music video for 'Stupid Love' was shot entirely on the iPhone 11 Pro. Apple highlighted the video in a clip posted to its YouTube channel today.
   
   Excluding 'A Star is Born', this is Lady Gaga's first new solo single since 2017. The music video was directed by Daniel Askill.
   
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10. Apple to Release iPad Pro Smart Keyboard With Built-In TrackPad [Report]

    
    
    

    Apple is planning to release an iPad Pro Smart Keyboard with a built-in TrackPad later this year, according to a new report from the The Information.
    
    Apple is preparing the keyboard for mass production, and one of its main manufacturers is Foxconn Technology, the Taiwanese contractor that makes most of the world’s iPhones, the person said. The company will likely release the accessory alongside the next version of the iPad Pro expected later this year, the person added.
    
    The keyboard would help Apple better position the tablet as a laptop alternative.
    
    
    
    
    
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