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2021 could be positively Mac-tastic
It looks like the MacBook Pro isn't the only Apple laptop that's going back to the future. The next-gen MacBook Air supposedly will get MagSafe, just like the MacBook Pro we learned about last week.
Add in the upcoming iMac and Mac Pro redesigns, and this year is looking pretty fantastic for Mac fans.
Meanwhile, the 2021 iPhone might be a bit of a welcome throwback as well.
— Lewis Wallace, managing editor
News and opinion
It looks like the upcoming MacBook Air will get a pretty rad redesign.
Plus, more Mac news:
A fingerprint scanner might once again be part of the iPhone experience, and we can't wait.
A reliable source says Apple is considering stripping the Lightning port from future iPhone models and replacing it with … nothing. Hopefully, it’s not too late to stop this terrible, terrible idea.
Apple seeded the release candidates for iOS 14.4 and the iPad equivalent to developers on Thursday. Among other changes, these new versions will apparently give iPhone and iPad users the option to block third-party applications from tracking them.
A new report warns that Cupertino’s first stab at a wearable virtual reality system, which could come in 2022, will be a “niche precursor” to more ambitious AR/VR glasses.
AirPods Max teardown finds mystery chips, screwy screws and impressive engineering — www.cultofmac.com
iFixit finds a startling number of different types of screws, but also a level of craftsmanship that helps justify the headphones' hefty price tag.
How-tos
A strange bug plaguing a seemingly large number of M1 Mac owners spontaneously displays a screensaver that cannot be dismissed. But there is an easy way to avoid the problem until Apple rolls out a proper fix.
Sometimes it’s handy to see complete URLs in Safari’s address bar, but they get shortened automatically for the sake of cleanliness. The good news is, there's a way to prevent that from happening in macOS.
Need something to read on the go when you don’t have great data connectivity? Automatically save your Safari reading list to your iPhone, iPad or Mac so you can keep up with your favorite sites anytime, anywhere.
Deals
The Learn to Create an iPhone App Bundle will take you from a complete beginner to an actual iOS app development whiz with 41 hours of SwiftUI and other essentials.
Plus, more educational deals:
MultiDock for Mac is a powerful app that helps you manage your favorite folders, files and applications. And right now, you can get a lifetime license at a big discount.
Treblab’s X3 Pro Bluetooth earbuds offer crisp, clear audio and thrumming bass so you can get through your next run or HIIT session with ease.
Plus, more deals on gear:
This discounted two-year subscription to RoboKiller Spam Call & Text Blocker will keep the hyenas at bay.
Reviews
The redesigned Satechi Aluminum Desktop Stand transforms your iPad into a desktop computer. And it looks great doing so, holding the tablet so it seems to hover over your keyboard.
The new Apple TV+ miniseries takes a deep dive into the psychology of two sexually charged rivals. There’s a lot to sink your teeth into with this eight-episode psychological thriller.
Apple’s new MagSafe system for iPhone 12 makes magnets magical, and with the right accessories, it can be even better. Check out Elago’s brilliant new MagSafe stands, which hold your iPhone in a comfortable position while it charges.
Twelve South’s AirSnap is a gorgeous leather case that ensures your beloved AirPods are always within reach. It clips onto any bag or jacket so you’ll never forget where you left it, and it’s nowhere near as expensive as it looks.