HealthKit needs a health check at WWDC 2020

With the annual Worldwide Developers Conference coming up fast, Cult of Mac fitness guru Graham Bower talks about where HealthKit might be -- and rightly should be -- headed.

Also in this week's newsletter, we've got updates on how WWDC will work and what to expect from Apple's big, beautiful conference. (It's definitely not just for devs.)

P.S. Don't miss the big Father's Day Sale in the Cult of Mac Store.

News and opinion

Apple’s current health-tracking framework is great, but there’s so much more it could do. Moving HealthKit to iCloud would finally set Apple Watch free.

Plus more on WWDC 2020:

A bunch of new Apple products appear in the Eurasian Economic Commission database ahead of their official debuts.

Plus more Apple hardware news:

Hey, big spender. Act fast and you can snag a refurbished 28-core Mac Pro — for just $43,859. It’s totally tricked out, and it’s the most expensive Mac Pro currently in Apple’s refurb store.

How-tos

Adding a single character to a URL can let you bypass some websites’ metered paywalls, and watch YouTube videos without having to endure those annoying ads.

You probably know that tapping a button in your watch's Control Center will play a sound to help you locate your mislaid iPhone. But it’s also possible to fire your iPhone's flash.

So, you tried out the new Unc0ver jailbreak and decided it’s just not for you. Or maybe it’s time to sell your iPhone or iPad for a shiny upgrade. Luckily, returning to stock iOS is easy.

Deals

The Cult of Mac Store just kicked off its Father’s Day sale, offering some of our best AirPods and Apple Watch accessories at sweet discounts. Pick up bands, stands, protective bumper cases and more that dad will love.

Summer is better with a boombox. Whether you’re stuck at home or heading to the park, now’s a great time to get a ready-for-anything Bluetooth speaker.

Plus more musical deals:

The EvaSmart 2 is a portable air conditioner that also humidifies and purifies. It's a great way to keep cool and comfortable as summer starts to sizzle.

Now is not the time to stop being careful about viruses and germs. This powerful, microbe-killing UV station is a great way to minimize exposure.

Reviews and recommendations

Elago’s terrific AW3 case inspired by the original Macintosh is now available for AirPods Pro. It’s made from super-sturdy silicone that keeps your pricey buds protected, and its attention to detail is outstanding.

The new Ispra and Lumen cases are the respected company’s first for Apple’s wireless earbuds. And they come in a great range of colors.