Steve Sande

The first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970 with 20 million Americans rallying for a healthy, sustainable environment....

<p><span>Our friends at Inateck recently sent over a protective MacBook case that is definitely eye-catching and can keep your MacBook and other goodies protected while looking good. The </span><a target="_blank" href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PTYGCTU/appwortod-20/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Inateck MacBook Bohemian Canvas Case Bag</a><span> (US$36.99, on sale at Amazon for $14.99) fits any  MacBook Air</span><span> or MacBook Pro up to 13.3 inches in size, and is perfect for the new slimline 12-inch Retina MacBook.</span></p>

<p><span>Recently one of our readers pointed out that he kept seeing the Welcome to Apple World Today post each and every day when he visited the site. By clicking on </span><span>the Apple World Today logo, he was able to visit the "correct" and current home page, but he was annoyed that this was happening. A quick look at our site metrics pointed out that the first post we put up on AWT on February 8, 2015 is still seeing a lot of traffic... so obviously something is wrong.</span></p>

<p><span>Think that you need a separate RSS feed reader app or service to keep up with the latest from your favorite websites? You don't! Safari in OS X 10.10 Yosemite and iOS 8 features a way to subscribe to RSS feeds through Shared Links, which is normally used to see what links your friends are sharing on social networks. In this <a href="https://appleworld.dreamhosters.com/blog/?category=60-Second+Tips">60-second tip</a>, we take you through the process for both OS X and iOS. The text version of this tip follows the video.</span></p>

<p>When we asked people to comment on [what Apple products or services <a target="_blank" href="https://appleworld.dreamhosters.com/blog/2015/4/14/whats-bugging-you" rel="noopener noreferrer">are causing them angst</a>, the overwhelming winners in the negativity column were iCloud and other online services such as Messages. With Apple continuing to embrace these services, hopefully, some of the issues below will be remedied in iOS 9 and OS X 10.11, both of which may be unveiled at WWDC 2015. Below you will find the top five complaints about iCloud and Messages listed in no particular order. </p>

<p>Here are some of the best free apps, app updates and new apps that have landed in the App Store recently. Today's notable apps include a discount on Readkit, the new Lifeline game and a major update to Workflow. All app prices are USD and subject to change. Some deals may expire quickly, so grab them while you can.</p>

<p>In less than five days, Apple Watch deliveries are supposed to begin. Now we haven’t received any notification that anybody who ordered one in the wee hours of the morning on April 10 has seen an order status other than “Processing Items”, but some lucky folks might see their Watches by April 24. <a href="http://www.macrumors.com/2015/04/20/apple-watch-preorders-begin-shipping/">MacRumors is reporting</a> that “pre-orders are now being shipped to centralized distribution points across the United States as couriers prepare the shipments to be delivered ahead of the wrist-worn devices’s launch on April 24.”</p>

<p><em>Last week, <a href="https://appleworld.dreamhosters.com/blog/2015/4/14/whats-bugging-you#commenting=">we asked our readers, "What's bugging you?"</a>, and many of you responded. Now, we're addressing your frustrations! In this post, I'll address easy duplication of calendar events. </em></p><p>Reader George Jetson expresses his frustration with Calendar's ability to copy and paste whole events. But I've got a fix that I'm sure he'll like. </p>

<p><span>Apple has</span><a href="http://www.apple.com/environment/"> produced a video</a><span> highlighting its recent and ongoing efforts to become a more environmentally-friendly company. The video shows a solar farm that's being built in China to power the company's</span><span> corporate and retail locations throughout the country, as well as a water-powered data farm in Oregon.</span></p>

<p>This week’s sponsor is <a href="http://helloiat.com">It’s About Time Products</a>, featuring the amazing <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/disk-app-clean-create-free/id913724705?mt=12">Disk App</a> (US$1.99) for Mac. We’ll also take a look at two new apps from this developer on Friday… can you imagine what platform they might possibly run on? </p>

<p><span>Last Thursday, I had the opportunity to speak with Laura Legendary, cofounder of </span><a target="_blank" href="http://fashionabilitychannel.wordpress.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fashionability</a><span> and owner of </span><a target="_blank" href="http://accessibleinsights.info/blog" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elegant Insights Braille Creations</a><span>, about her opinion of the Apple Watch and its implications in the fashion industry. She is a speaker, author, and educator specializing in disability awareness, advocacy, accessibility, and assistive technology. You can read a transcript of our conversation below:</span></p>

<p><span>Last week, I wrote an article detailing how the </span><a href="https://appleworld.dreamhosters.com/blog/2015/4/16/accessible-apple-apple-watch-try-ons-what-you-need-to-know-if-you-require-accessibility-features">Apple Store table-top demo Apple Watches would not allow customers to enable accessibility features</a><span>. While Apple is still working on implementing an official solution to this problem, a new workaround allows for many accessibility features to be enabled right now.</span></p>

<p style="margin-left:0px; margin-right:0px">It's an exciting time right now, with many new apps and accessories being announced for the Apple Watch. On Thursday, DODOcase introduced the <a target="_blank" href="https://appleworld.dreamhosters.com/blog/2015/4/16/apple-releases-four-more-apple-watch-guided-tours-dodocase-announces-dual-charging-dock-organizer" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dual Charging Dock organizer</a>, which uses the company's bookbinding skills to full advantage in a small book-like organizer that holds a Watch charger and other items. Now Pad & Quill has outdone itself and competitors with the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.padandquill.com/apple-watch-accessories/the-timber-catchall-for-apple-watch.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Timber Catchall</a> (starting at US$99), a dual iPhone and iWatch charging stand hand crafted from American Cherry, Mahogany ($119), or Walnut ($139).</p>

<p>Here are some of the best free apps, app updates and new apps that have landed in the App Store recently. Today's notable apps include a discount on Ready Steady Play, the new Halo: Spartan Strike and a major update to Hotel Tonight. All app prices are USD and subject to change. Some deals may expire quickly, so grab them while you can.</p>

<p><span>Portland's </span><a href="http://grovemade.com">Grovemade</a><span> is one of my personal favorite accessory manufacturers for a lot of reasons. Sure, they make amazing and beautiful accessories that are handcrafted from wood, but the company's entire philosophy of thoughtfulness shows through in every product. The new </span><a target="_blank" href="http://grovemade.com/product/walnut-laptop-stand/?initial=136" rel="noopener noreferrer">Walnut Laptop Stand</a><span> (US$119) is a perfect example of this philosophy, melding laminated walnut veneer, leather, and stainless steel into a graceful, beautiful and functional stand for your favorite MacBook.</span></p>