There are few mechanical keyboard options for Mac users, and the Lofree Dot is one of the most unique ones available. Lofree is now back with the second iteration, dubbed the Four Seasons version, after listening to all the feedback from users.
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Launching as somewhat of a surprise, Civilization VI has made it onto the iPad. This wasn't some early version of the Civilization series, it was actually the newest iteration, released only in 2016. I was a bit skeptical of such a big, and power hungry game coming to mobile so I took the plunge (you know, for science) to see how the tablet-centric version of this turn-based strategy game holds up.
GE finally brings promised (and delayed) HomeKit support to C by GE smart light bulbs
After being delayed twice, GE is set to finally release HomeKit support for the C by GE line of smart bulbs.
Celebrate 2018 with fireworks on your Apple Watch face
To help celebrate 2018, Apple has included a small Easter egg for Apple Watch owners. Once it strikes midnight, your Apple Watch face animates with fireworks.
Best USB-C battery packs that support Power Delivery
There was many a tear shed for the removal of MagSafe on the latest MacBooks and MacBook Pros. For good reason too! It was a great way to protect your Mac. The replacement, USB-C, has its own benefits too though.
The biggest being that it opens up the possibility for any other manufacturer to produce chargers for your MacBook. You can also pick up a battery pack to charge your laptop on the go. For anyone who travels, being able to use a large, hulking battery pack to power up your laptop is huge.
Need an affordable USB-C hub for your gear bag? Check out this one from Aukey
I love the new MacBook Pro, and while I've converted most of my gear to USB-C, there are still times when a hub is necessary. No more than when I am on the go and someone throws me a hard drive or camera to connect, and I'm left with no appropriate ports. Even worse, when I need to connect an HDMI cable. The Aukey USB-C hub is an affordable, simple tool to keep in your gear bag for these situations.
Apple poaches three more Amazon execs for in-house video efforts
Variety reports that three Amazon Studios executives have jumped ship and taken up new positions at Apple in an effort to bolster their original video content.
Hulu drops prices for those who subscribed to the “No Commercials” plan through iTunes
If you subscribed to Hulu's "No Commercials" plan through your iOS device, or Apple TV, you should see a price reduction on your next bill, as the plan dropped by two dollars, from $13.99 to $11.99.
The best Star Wars gadgets for techies (not Trekkies)
Now that Star Wars: The Last Jedi has hit theaters (and broken records), force fever is in full effect. It can be hard to wade through the endless stream of Star Wars merchandise, so we've done it for you. We've identified six great pieces of Star Wars gear that are perfect for any Apple fan, or gadget lover.
The Logitech Circle 2 home security camera is the best HomeKit cam to date
Smart home cameras are a somewhat recent addition to the HomeKit ecosystem, coming with iOS 10. Many have pledged support like Ring and August, but only two cameras have come to market with support. We previously went hands-on with the D-Link Omna, and now we have the Logitech Circle 2, which recently had HomeKit support added.
Apple relaxes its controversial guidelines for template-based apps, waives dev fees for governments and nonprofits starting next year
Apple took a stance recently against cookie-cutter style apps by outright banning them from the App Store. These template-based apps were often used as ways to clone low-quality apps (any remember the onslaught of Flappy Bird lookalikes?) Unfortunately, they were also often used by small business, nonprofits, or government organizations who didn't have the resources to develop their own apps from scratch.
Review: Bridge Constructor Portal brings devilishly wry GLaDOS AI host to mobile
The popular Portal gaming franchise has finally made its way to mobile, thanks to the addictive new Bridge Constructor Portal title from developer Headup Games.