Bryan Chaffin guest-hosts with Charlotte Henry to discuss how to use Sidecar to make your iPad a second display for your Mac. They also dig into all the ways you can customize Control Center on iPad (and iPhone, for that matter).
Bryan Chaffin
Bryan Chaffin is the cofounder of The Mac Observer and currently serves as Afternoon Editor. He has contributed to MacAddict and MacFormat magazines, and co-authored the last two updates of iPad and iPad Pro for Dummies with Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus and Ed Baig. You can find out more about Bryan at his personal site, GeekTells, or find his Twitter link below.
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NordPass Password Manager 1-Year Subscription: $25.49
We have a deal on a 1-year subscription to NordPass Password Manager for Mac, Windows, or Linux devices. The subscription is good on up to 6 devices, and it will remember and autosave all your complex passwords, autofill online forms, generate strong passwords when needed, and more. This subscription is $29.99 through our deal, but coupon code SPRINGSAVE15 brings the checkout price down to $25.49.
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KeepSolid VPN Unlimited 3-Year Subscription: $42.50
We have a deal on a 3-year subscription to KeepSolid VPN Unlimited. The subscription includes unlimited connection speeds and traffic bandwidth, access to more than 400 VPN servers in more than 70 locations globally, access to VPN protocols IKEv2, OpenVPN, and the company’s own technology KeepSolid Wise, and more. This subscription is $50 through our deal, but coupon code SPRINGSAVE15 brings the checkout price down to $42.50.
New iPad Pro, Mac mini, and MacBook Air, the Power of ARM, and Oak Island, with John Kheit - ACM 526
Bryan Chaffin is joined by John Kheit to talk about Apple’s new iPad Pros, MacBook Airs, and Mac mini, plus the new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro. They also discuss the potential for the ARM processor in Macs, and all the cursed goodness of the latest episode of Oak Island.
The 2020 Mac Productivity Essentials Bundle: $25.49
We have a deal called the 2020 Mac Productivity Essentials Bundle, a collection of productivity apps for the Mac. It includes a VPN, an app organizer, a PDF editor, a password manager, a movie editor, and four more Mac apps. It’s $29.99 through our deal, but coupon code SPRINGSAVE15 brings the checkout price down to $25.49.
Mobile Pixels DUEX Pro Portable Dual Monitor: $179.35
Check out the Mobile Pixels DUEX Pro, a portable display that connects to your laptop to give you a second display wherever you go. This device connects to your Mac, Windows, Chrome, or Linux laptop via a USB cable, and you attach it physically to the upper lid of your laptop so that it’s always with you. It slides out when you want to use it, and there’s a mirroring mode that allows you to turn it around soo you can share your screen with someone sitting across from you. It’s offers 1080p resolution, and coupon code SAVEDUEXPRO at checkout brings the price on this device down to $179.35.
Focus - Website and Application Blocker for MacOS Unlimited Plan: $29.99
We have a deal on Focus for Mac, a website and application blocker designed to help you stay on task. Focus sits in your menu-bar and helps you block distracting websites, domains, or apps. It also features schedules and timers, password protection, productivity stats, BASH scripting support, and more. An Unlimited Plan is $29.99 through our deal, but there are also less expensive plans called Productivity and Professional.
Blocs 3 Website Builder for Mac: $39.99
We have a deal on Blocs 3 Website Builder for Mac a fast, easy-to-use, and powerful visual web design software that lets you create responsive websites without writing code. This app works on the concept of stacking pre-defined sections to build fully-coded web pages. The promo video shows Blocs in action. Blocs 3 is $39.99 through our deal.
Crave PowerPack 2 - 50,000mAh Battery Charger: $189.99
We have a deal on a big boy portable battery, the Crave PowerPack 2. This 50,000mAh has two USB-C ports, one of which offers 60 watts for charging your laptop. The other USB-C port is an 18 watt port for mobile devices. It also has two QuickCharge USB charging ports for other mobile devices.
All-in-One Device to Automatically Backup Photos, Videos, and More While You Charge: $89.99
We have a deal on the TOKK Photo Cube, a 64GB data backup device that automatically backs up your data, including Calendar, Contact, Photos & Videos, and more, as you power up your device. It works with iOS and Android. This device is $89.99 through our deal.
CleanMyMac X Junk Cleaner for Mac: $67.99
We have a deal on CleanMyMac X, software that cleans the junk out of your Mac. I love and use this app regularly, and I’m delighted we’re offering a deal on it. Speaking of which, that deal is for the one-time purchase version of CleanMyMac X for one Mac. (MacPaw also offers a yearly subscription version). It’s $67.99 through our deal, more than $20 off the regular price. Our deal listing also has an option for the 2-Mac version.
Last Chance for iPhone 11 256GB + AirPods and Charging Pad Giveaway
Our iPhone 11 256GB + AirPods and Charging Pad Giveaway is coming to an end today. With this giveaway, you have a chance to win an iPhone 11 (256GB), a pair of AirPods, and a wireless charging pad. All you have to do is register on our deal site, if you aren’t already, and click the Enter to Win button. There’s a social media link you can use to try and get more entries, too. The giveaway ends at 11:59 PDT tonight (Monday night).
EVRI 80W USB-C Charging Station with 4x QuickCharge Ports: $52.99
We have a deal on the EVRI 80W USB-C Charging Station, a charging hub for your mobile devices that features four QuickCharge ports. It also has a USB-C port with enough juice to charge your MacBook, MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro. This device is $52.99 through our deal.
Tello Value Prepaid 6-Month Plan: Unlimited Talk/Text + 2GB LTE Data: $49
We have a deal for the budget-minded looking for an inexpensive wireless plan, Tello’s Value Prepaid 6-Month Plan. This deeply discounted Tello wireless bundle includes unlimited talk & text plus 2GB/month of LTE data, for 6 months. It’s $49 through our deal.
World Travel Plug Adapter with 6 Attachments:$24.99
We have a deal on the PAK-WS Travel Adapter Set. This world travel plug adapter comes with six different attachments that will allow you to plug in in 200 different countries. In addition to having a standard U.S. three-pronged A/C outlet and a two-pronged A/C outlet, it also has a USB-A, a USB-C, and a 3.1A USB port. It’s $24.99 through our deal.
Trash Can Mac Pro 3.7GHz Quad Core Xeon (Certified Refurbished): $1,599
We have a deal on an Apple Mac Pro 3.7GHz Quad Core Xeon 16GB RAM 512GB SSD – Black (Certified Refurbished). This is the so-called Trash Can Mac Pro designed to look great on your desk. It’s $1,599 through our deal.
RIOT HiFi Over-Ear Headphones: $59.99
We have a deal on a pair of RIOT HiFi Over-Ear Headphones. RIOT connects to your portable devices via Bluetooth, or with a headphone jack using a mini-plug wired connection. they also come with a carrying case, and they’re priced at $59.99 through our deal.
First Apple Store to Launch in India in 2021, Online Store Will Launch This Year
CUPERTINO – Apple CEO Tim Cook announced his company would open its first physical Apple Store in India in 2021, and that the company would launch its own online store later in 2020.
This Universal Wall Charger Lets You Charge 4 Devices with 2 Power Outlets and 2 USB Ports: $19.99
We have a deal on the HyperGear 3-in-1 Multi-Charger, Holder, and Nightlight. This multi-charger plugs into a wall, has two normal AC power outlets, two USB ports, and a holder for your iPhone (or Android device) on top. Oh, and it has a nightlight, too. This device is $19.99 through our deal.
This Charger Has Lightning, MicroUSB, USB-C Connectors: $75
We have a deal on the FamilyCharger, a 5-in-1 charger that features 2 USB-C connectors and 3 Lightning connectors, all powered by a 52 watt power supply. It measures 9-feet, too, meaning you can route it just about wherever you need. It’s $75 through our deal.
The Mac Utility Audio Software Bundle: $24.99
We have a deal on the Mac Utility Audio Software Bundle, which includes WALTR 2, Softorino Youtube Converter 2, and iRingg Ringtone Creator for Mac. You get all three utilities for $24.99 through this bundle.
Favorite Steve Jobs Memories, Location Data Clipboard Leak - TMO Daily Observations 2020-02-24
John Martellaro and Andrew Orr join guest-host Bryan Chaffin to celebrate Steve Jobs’s birthday with some of their favorite memories. They also discuss a report that location data can be leaked through the Clipboard in iOS.
POWERSLIM6 6,000mAh Power Bank 2-Pack: $39.99
We have a deal on a 2-pack of POWERSLIM6 6,000mAh Power Banks. Both portable batteries have 6,000mAh of capacity, 2 USB charging ports, and 1 FastCharge 2A USB port. They charge via FastCharge 2A microUSB. You get two of these devices for $39.99 through our deal.
Naztech Wireless Power Hub 5: Qi-Enabled and 4 USB Ports: $44.99
We have a deal on the Naztech Wireless Power Hub 5, a charging station with 4 USB charging ports and a Qi wireless charging pad. In addition to the USB charging ports, the station also has slots designed to hold your device while it’s charging with a minimal footprint. This device is $44.99 through our deal.