Steve Sande

<p class="">Spend any time with Apple Music, Pandora, Spotify, or any other music app and you’ll find that they usually have one glaring problem: the suggested playlists are often full of songs you really don’t want. <a href="https://deals.appleworld.today/sales/beatunes-app?utm_campaign=beatunes-app_110120&utm_content=a0x1P000004NJwp&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_term=scsf-373575" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>beaTunes</strong></a> ($19.99) is different, using a sophisticated algorithm and your ripped or purchased music to analyze your likes and create truly personal playlists.</p>

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<p class="">Slip a DVD into a SuperDrive or other optical drive on a Mac, and one thing happens: it launches a hidden app called DVD Player. While the app works as advertised, it doesn’t provide a lot of control. For example, it has issues with DVDs from different regions and can’t rotate the playback screen, display multiple subtitles, or provide ways to edit videos. The solution? A free DVD player for Mac and Windows called <a href="https://www.5kplayer.com/software/play-dvd-windows-mac.htm?ttref=awt"><strong>5KPlayer</strong></a>.</p>

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<p class="">When you’re spending a lot more time at home, you want to know that you and your loved ones are safe. One great way to keep an eye on what’s happening outside your home is to have a security camera, and the <a href="https://deals.appleworld.today/sales/blurams-outdoor-pro-security-camera?utm_campaign=blurams-outdoor-pro-security-camera_102920&utm_content=a0x1P000004NJxV&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_term=scsf-373617" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>blurams Outdoor Pro Security Outdoor System</strong></a> ($59.99) is an Amazon top-seller that packs a ton of features into a reasonably-priced and attractive package.</p>

<p class="">Are you bored right now? Chances are pretty good that you’re stuck on yet another Zoom meeting, listening to someone blather on about a topic you have no interest in. Here’s the perfect way to occupy your hands and mind: the <a href="https://deals.appleworld.today/sales/flipnetik-kinetic-desk-toy-hexagon-black?utm_campaign=flipnetik-kinetic-desk-toy-hexagon-black_102820&utm_content=a0x1P000004NJxH&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_term=scsf-373603" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>FlipNetik Kinetic Desk Toy</strong></a> ($22.99) spins, flips and rolls and looks great in the process. Now you’ll have something productive to do!</p>

<p class="">iOS now has an <strong>exposure notifications</strong> <strong>system</strong> (ENS) built into it that could help health officials to get a better handle on COVID-19 and future pandemics. Created by Apple and Google for iOS and Android, an ENS lets people know about possible exposure to the virus. However, adoption of this technology has been slow. Here’s how the ENS works and how you can enable it on your iPhone.</p>

<p class="">Now that the days are getting shorter, it’s getting harder to find the time to do those outside chores while there’s enough light to see. If you’re running into this problem or just have a dark garage or workspace that needs some illumination, the <a href="https://deals.appleworld.today/sales/quirky-powershell?utm_campaign=quirky-powershell_102720&utm_content=a0x1P000004NJwE&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_term=scsf-373538" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Quirky PowerShell Folding Work Light</strong></a> ($24.99) will light up your life. It’s a combination of a power strip, bright LED light source, and extension cord.</p>

<p class="">Keeping your iPhone and Apple Watch powered up is not an issue if you’re near a power outlet, but what about when you’re camping or hiking, or if the power is out? The <a href="https://deals.appleworld.today/sales/batterypro-for-iphone-apple-watch?utm_campaign=batterypro-for-iphone-apple-watch_102620&utm_content=a0x1P000004NJx4&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_term=scsf-373590" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>BatteryPro Portable Charger for iPhone and Apple Watch</strong></a> ($79.99) is the perfect way to keep your gear charged up, and we have it for $20 off the usual price.</p>

<p class="">Apple’s marketing is so precise and relevant, that the company has cornered the tech industry and boosted its earnings into the billions. If there was ever a company for you to look at and emulate, it’s Apple.</p>

<p class="">Charging all of your Apple goods at once can be a bit tricky, but not with the <a href="https://deals.appleworld.today/sales/nytstnd-quad-tray-wireless-charging-station-black-top-oak-base-lightning?utm_campaign=nytstnd-quad-tray-wireless-charging-station-black-top-oak-base-lightning_102520&utm_content=a0x1P000004N2Px&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_term=scsf-358150" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>QUAD TRAY from NytStnd</strong></a> ($147.99). This 4-in-1 wooden dock keeps your devices powered up and organized, and includes space for your keys and wallet as well.</p>

<p class="">Need a pair of Bluetooth earbuds you can trust not to fall out of your ears no matter how hard you work out? These <a href="https://deals.appleworld.today/sales/bluetooth-wireless-headphones-black-earhoox-white?utm_campaign=bluetooth-wireless-headphones-red-earhoox-white_102420&utm_content=a0x1P000004N2Tw&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_term=scsf-358397" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds with Earhoox</strong></a> are just what you want, and they’re just $25.99 for a pair. With great battery life and the security of Earhoox, these earbuds are a steal at 56% off the usual price.</p>

<p class="">Technology is always providing ways to streamline work, a <a href="https://www.ringcentral.com/cloud-pbx.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">cloud PBX phone system</a> can make in-house <a href="https://business.nextdoor.com/local/resources/how-your-small-business-can-grow-through-excellent-team-collaboration" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">collaboration</a> faster and easier, while an <a href="https://www.ringcentral.com/predictive-dialer.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">outbound predictive dialer</a> can save time by targeting customers directly. With Apple having released the iPhone 12 line-up, in what new ways can we expect this new device to streamline work?</p>

<p class="">Monitoring an iPhone used to require jailbreaking, a process that’s not recommended for non-technical users. Not any more — with <a href="https://www.clevguard.com/iphone-monitoring/?utm_medium=link&utm_source=%20appleworld.today&utm_campaign=LYC&utm_term=KGPi,201010"><strong>KidsGuard Pro iPhone Monitoring App</strong></a>, you can keep tabs on what’s going on <a href="https://www.clevguard.com/iphone/how-to-monitor-iphone/?utm_medium=link&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_campaign=LYC&utm_term=KGPi,201010">without jailbreaking the iPhone</a> or installing an obvious spy app.</p>

<p class="">Have AirPods or AirPods Pro? If you’re still plugging a Lightning cable into the bottom of the charging case, then you’re missing out on the wireless charging capabilities of these great wireless earbuds. Here’s an inexpensive way to charge them wirelessly: buy a <a href="https://deals.appleworld.today/sales/wireless-charging-pad-for-airpods-airpods-pro?utm_campaign=wireless-charging-pad-for-airpods-airpods-pro_102320&utm_content=a0x1P000004N2TL&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=appleworld.today&utm_term=scsf-358360" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Wireless Charging Pad for AirPods</strong></a> by Logix for just $28.99.</p>