Dennis Sellers

<p style="margin-left:0px; margin-right:0px">Once Apple announced <a target="_blank" href="https://appleworld.dreamhosters.com/blog/2016/6/24/if-apple-is-smart-it-has-a-thunderbolt-display-replacement-in-the-works?rq=Thunderbolt%20Display" rel="noopener noreferrer">it was no longer making its Thunderbolt Display</a>, NEC contacted <em>AppleWorld.Today</em> to let us know that — hint, hint — its <a target="_blank" href="http://www.necdisplay.com/p/desktop-monitors/ea275uhd-bk" rel="noopener noreferrer">MultSync+EA275UHD</a> is a fine replacement. They sent us a test unit, so here are my impressions.</p>

<p>In these days of high-speed Internet connections and low-capacity SSD drives in laptops, cloud storage services are becoming more and more popular. Like me, you may have several different cloud accounts. This is where Eltima’s $29 <a target="_blank" href="http://mac.eltima.com/mount-cloud-drive.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">CloudMounter app</a> for Mac OS X (Yosemite or El Capitan) comes in handy.</p>

<p>Apple News steps out of the shadows and allowing publishers track their success without having to pay up for an Apple Developer account and agree to iAds, according to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.slightfuture.com/technote/applenews-user-agent" rel="noopener noreferrer">Slight Future</a>.</p>

<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.gsk.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">GlaxoSmithKline</a> -- a science-led, global health care company -- has started a rheumatoid arthritis study using Apple’s ResearchKit, marking the first time a drugmaker has used the health system for the iPhone to conduct clinical research, according to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-07-15/apple-scores-glaxosmithkline-study-in-key-test-of-health-apps" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bloomberg.</a></p>

<p>Apple has submitted a preliminary proposal to the U.S. Copyright Royalty Board to simplify the way music-streaming companies pay songwriters and publishers -- in a way that could make it more expensive for rivals like Spotify and YouTube to keep offering free streaming, according to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.billboard.com/biz/articles/news/legal-and-management/7439046/apple-proposes-simplified-statutory-licensing-scheme" rel="noopener noreferrer">Billboard</a>.</p>

<p style="margin-left:0px; margin-right:0px">On a regular basis, <em>Apple World Today</em> posts a list of notable new apps or app updates that have been released. They may not necessarily be new, but they're popular and deserve mention. Here are today's picks.</p>

<p>Nest Labs, Inc. has introduced the Nest Cam Outdoor, additional features to the Nest Aware service, and a brand new way to interact with the entire range of Nest products through the Nest app.</p>

<p>StarTech has released its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.startech.com/Cards-Adapters/Laptop-docking-stations/usb-c-laptop-adapter~DKT30CHV" rel="noopener noreferrer">USB-C Multifunction Adapter,</a> which is designed to enable mobile professionals to add crucial functionality to port-limited laptops such as Apple’s 12-inch MacBook. </p>

<p>WaterField Designs has devoted the $329 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.sfbags.com/products/bolt-backpack" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bolt Laptop Backpack</a>, which is designed to accommodate both work and after-work gear in a stylish, professional bag that befits the office, airport, or gym, according to company owner Gary Waterfield.</p>

<p>Maclocks has announced the Ledge <a href="https://www.maclocks.com/ledge-macbook-lock-slot-adapter-macbook-air-and-macbook-pro-lock-slot.html">MacBook Lock</a>, which it says is the world's smallest security solution for the Apple laptop. With a single replacement screw, the MacBook is fully secured while completely protected from daily wear and tear, the company says.</p>

<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.savant.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">Savant</a> has announced the availability of a new line of direct to consumer products, starting with the entertainment-focused Savant Remote. The remote combines the features of a universal remote with the power of home automation.</p>

<p>MG has launched its $285 <a target="_blank" href="http://www.mm-goi.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Novi Portable Charging Stati</a>on. The new device utilizes LunaPulse technology to charge up to eight portable battery pods in 2.5 hours. </p>

<p>The U.S. Federal Trade Commission reportedly is investigating Apple Music and the App Store for anti-competitive behavior related to subscription services. </p>

<p>Some users of Spark, a free email app, says they’ve been locked out of their Apple IDs overnight. Developer Readdle says the problem is due to server upgrades it’s been making.</p>

<p>BitTorrent’s streaming music and video app (BitTorrent Now) has been released for iOS devices and the Apple TV. If you’ve got an Apple TV, you can find the app in its App Store. The version for iPhones and iPads can be obtained at the Apple App Store.</p>