The secret to better selfies

May 28, 2022

I always wondered how Graham Bower, Cult of Mac's expert on Apple Watch and all things fitness-related, managed to take such fantastic photos to illustrate his helpful how-tos.

Now I know his secret: He uses the Apple Watch's built-in Camera Remote app.

Well, that's his main secret, anyway. In his latest post, he offers plenty of tips on how to use the Camera Remote to take the best possible selfies.

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– Lewis Wallace, managing editor

How-tos

Everyone knows Apple Watch is an excellent health and fitness companion. But did you know it’s also handy for taking selfies? That’s thanks to Apple Watch’s best kept secret: the Camera Remote app. This indispensable watch app will raise your selfie game, enabling you to take more flattering shots, with better compositions, more interesting poses and much, much more.

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News and opinion

You don’t have to wait months for Apple to finally show off the iPhone 14: A collection of renders based on the most reliable leaks gives the best look yet at the upcoming device. That includes the replacement for the screen notch, the expected changes to the camera hump and more.

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A new video shows how some of the most-anticipated features, including an always-on screen and interactive widgets, might look.

Just in time for Pride Month, Apple launches two new bands and two new watch faces in support of the global LGBTQ+ community.

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Deals

We rounded up hot Memorial Day sales on fun gadgets and toys that can help you make the most out of your summer.

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The rugged Odyssey line of cases is known for being protective, stylish and convenient. You can safeguard your iPhone 12 or 13, your Apple Watch and your AirPods 3.

With this Alpha Z Pro 4K + Flying Fox 4K bundle, you can get two high-quality, dual-camera drones for the price of one.

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Reviews

The reality show that features singing celebs is back, and our reviewer is having a breakdown.

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Roll out the Mophie 3-in-1 Travel Charger with MagSafe and it’s ready to juice up your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods. Just drop the devices on their appropriate wireless charging mat.

Created by former Apple employee Christian Selig, Apollo for Reddit is hands-down the best Reddit reader out there.

The BluShark AlphaPremier Apple Watch Band skips over the usual materials – leather and metal – and goes for seatbelt webbing. This surprising choice of materials makes for a comfortable, durable band.

Setups

Photographer and writer Chris Denbow puts an interesting twist on his computer setup. He credits its “Dark Mode” — which is obvious in the photographs of the desk and the room, but extends to the machines and the software he uses — for boosting his focus and creativity.

This setup features some interesting bits and pieces we haven't seen elsewhere, including a nifty Marshall speaker and a foot hammock.

If fancy setups with great lighting and everything perfectly in its place make you feel totally inadequate, here's your tonic.