Newshttp://aics-app.sakura.ne.jp/rss_share/201505081431037028290April Fools’ Day 2018: Standolier by Twelve South, Lego’s VacuSort, Streaming Socks from Roku, more
https://9to5mac.com/2018/04/01/april-fools-2018-roundup/
Sun, 01 Apr 2018 16:32:15 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/04/a3b8baaddd830b830f23fc26cb58661e67bdab5b.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1440" /></div><p>It’s April 1st, which means tech companies everywhere are taking part in April Fools’ Day. As has become a ritual in the tech industry, companies are using today to introduce a variety of “products,” some more funny than others.</p>
<p>Read on for a full roundup of the best April Fools’ Day announcements of 2018…</p>
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Sun, 01 Apr 2018 16:32:15 +00009to5MacNew photos reportedly depict second Apple retail location in Macau under wraps
https://9to5mac.com/2018/04/01/photos-apple-store-macau-sands-cotai-central/
Sun, 01 Apr 2018 15:27:42 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/04/apple-macau.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>A new report today from <a href="https://storeteller.de/tweets/apple-sands-cotai-central-macau-baustellenkaleidoskop"><em>Storeteller</em></a> offers photos of what is claimed to be Apple’s second retail location in the Chinese region of Macau. According to the report, the store is expected to be completed by the end of June.</p>
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Sun, 01 Apr 2018 15:27:42 +00009to5MacBest Buy’s 1-day Easter Sale has $1,000 off iMac Pro, Apple Watch S3 from $299, more
http://9to5toys.com/?p=337734
Sun, 01 Apr 2018 12:04:50 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/seagate-expansion-5tb-external-hard-drive.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=704" /></div><p>Best Buy has yet another<a href="http://bit.ly/2uooZ8Q"> one-day sale going today</a>, highlighted by <a href="http://bit.ly/2uooZ8Q">deep discounts on Macs</a> and the <a href="http://bit.ly/2uooZ8Q">return of <strong>$30 off</strong> Apple Watch Series 3</a>. As always free shipping is available on orders of $35+ or you can opt for in-store pickup. You’ll find deals on TVs, smart home gear, audio and much more <a href="http://bit.ly/2uooZ8Q">in this promotion as well</a>. Our top picks are below.</p>
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Sun, 01 Apr 2018 12:04:50 +00009to5MacThis week’s top stories: Apple’s education event & iOS 11.3, new Apple Watch design this year, a gold iPhone X, more
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/31/this-weeks-top-stories-apples-education-event-ios-11-3-new-apple-watch-design-this-year-a-gold-iphone-x-more/
Sat, 31 Mar 2018 15:09:58 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/9to5mac-hero-top-stories.png?w=1557" /></div><p><strong>In this week’s top stories: </strong>Apple unveils a new iPad and new software at its education event, the public release of iOS 11.3, rumors of a new iPhone X color and a new Apple Watch design, and more. Read below for all of this week’s top stories…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/31/this-weeks-top-stories-apples-education-event-ios-11-3-new-apple-watch-design-this-year-a-gold-iphone-x-more/#more-527103" class="more-link">more…</a></p>
Sat, 31 Mar 2018 15:09:58 +00009to5MacApple teases ‘late spring’ launch of new Business Manager platform for enterprise users
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/31/apple-business-manager-details/
Sat, 31 Mar 2018 14:39:56 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/ipads-deployed.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Apple is teasing the launch of a new Apple Business Manager device management solution for ‘late spring’ of this year. In a document outlining new enterprise features, Apple explains that Apple Business Manger is a web-based portal for IT managers to manage people and devices…</p>
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Sat, 31 Mar 2018 14:39:56 +00009to5MacReport: Apple ramping up Siri improvement efforts as hiring hits new all-time high
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/31/apple-hiring-for-siri-spike/
Sat, 31 Mar 2018 13:36:30 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/homepod-overhead.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Following <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/09/review-homepod/">last month’s release of HomePod</a>, which puts Siri inside of a $349 smart speaker, Apple appears to be ramping up Siri hiring. According to hiring data tracked by <a href="https://media.thinknum.com/articles/apple-is-now-hiring-hundreds-of-siri-focused-positions/">Thinknum</a>, job openings for Siri-related positions at Apple are at an all-time high…</p>
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Sat, 31 Mar 2018 13:36:30 +00009to5MaciPhone LCD supplier Japan Display scrambling as future high-end iPhones adopt OLED displays
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/japan-display-iphone-lcd-losing-capital/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 22:14:09 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/01/iphone-x-plus-concept-martin-hajek-006.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>While many believe that the iPhone X’s display is best in class for adopting OLED, the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are still popular phones, even with an LCD display. However, iPhone display supplier Japan Display has been struggling over the past year as Apple has ditched the company in favor of Samsung for its OLED displays in the iPhone X.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/japan-display-iphone-lcd-losing-capital/#more-527085" class="more-link">more…</a></p>
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 22:14:09 +00009to5Mac9to5Mac Daily 054 | March 30, 2018
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/9to5mac-daily-054/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:56:26 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/01/artboard-12x.jpeg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available <a href="https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1331816080?at=10laZc&pt=11l8808" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/9to5mac-daily">Stitcher</a>, <a href="https://tunein.com/radio/9to5Mac-Daily-p1089524/">TuneIn</a>, <a href="https://play.google.com/music/m/I5d4dzs7dauazmfxvvrynyiuram?t=9to5Mac_Daily">Google Play</a>, or through our <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/9to5macDaily">dedicated RSS feed</a> for Overcast and other podcast players.</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:56:26 +00009to5Mac9to5Rewards: Last chance to enter our HomePod giveaway!
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/9to5rewards-apple-homepod-giveaway/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:50:20 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/homepod-sound-quality.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p class="p1"><span class="s1">Our month long HomePod giveaway is coming to a close this weekend. This is your last opportunity to enter for a chance to win Apple’s space gray HomePod along with a $500 gift card courtesy of our sponsor, <a href="http://bit.ly/2FWTrsw"><span class="s2">Caseco</span></a>. Head below to enter.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">There is also still time for 9to5 readers to get </span><span class="s3"><b>30% off</b></span><span class="s1"> Caseco’s<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>iPhone accessories including its selection of <a href="http://bit.ly/2FZ6z0d"><span class="s2">iPhone cases</span></a>, <a href="http://bit.ly/2FseXYl"><span class="s2">Lightning cables</span></a>, <a href="http://bit.ly/2FZr1l3"><span class="s2">car mounts</span></a>, and much more using promo code </span><span class="s3"><b>9to5Mac30off</b></span><span class="s1"> for an additional two weeks.</span></p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:50:20 +00009to5MacBest HomePod accessories: stands, mounts, coasters, cases, HomeKit devices, and more
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/best-homepod-accessories-stands-mounts-coasters-cases-homekit-devices-and-more/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:50:18 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/grovemade-homepod-stand.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Now that <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/homepod/">HomePod</a> has been available for a little while, there are a good amount of third-parties who are shipping their accessories and products to enhance, protect, and further your HomePod experience. Let’s take a look at some the best HomePod accessories.</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:50:18 +00009to5MacApple shares new developer tools that will help users delete, restrict, and export iCloud data
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/apple-developer-privacy-tools/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:26:07 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/manage-apple-id-privacy-webpage.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Following other news where <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/29/apple-new-privacy-controls/">Apple is complying with the GDPR</a>, today the company outlines tools to help developers manage user data that is stored in iCloud.</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 20:26:07 +00009to5MacHow to stream Apple Music on Apple Watch Series 3 without iPhone
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/how-to-stream-apple-music-lte-apple-watch-no-iphone/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 19:38:29 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/img_3251.png?w=1492" /></div><p>Apple’s strategy for Music control on watchOS has changed significantly over the years, and as of watchOS 4.3, the company has finally added support for the full Apple Music library back onto the Apple Watch’s Music app.</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 19:38:29 +00009to5MacHands-on with Business Chat for iMessage in iOS 11.3 and macOS 10.13.4
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/hands-on-business-chat-imessage/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 19:30:52 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/business-chat.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Included in iOS 11.3 and macOS 10.13.4 is a new way to communicate with companies called Business Chat. Available in the United States as a beta to start, Business Chat lets you conveniently use iMessage for customer service and even complete transactions with Apple Pay. Check out our hands-on to see how it works.</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 19:30:52 +00009to5Mac9to5Mac Happy Hour 166: Apple’s EDU iPad event, Apple Watch redesign rumors, iOS 11.3 release
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/9to5mac-happy-hour-166/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 17:28:18 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2016/01/happy-hour-16-9.png?w=1600" /></div><p>This week Benjamin and Zac share thoughts on Apple’s March education event where the new 9.7-inch iPad with Apple Pencil support was unveiled, new Apple Watch Series 4 rumors that claim a new design is coming with more screen, and the launch of iOS 11.3, watchOS 4.3, and other software updates.</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 17:28:18 +00009to5Mac9to5Toys Last Call: 27-inch iMac Pro from $4,350, Amazon TP-Link Gold Box, Apple Watch Stand $7, more
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/9to5toys-lunch-break-imac-pro-tp-link-goldbox-more/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 16:28:10 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/09/9to5toys-lunch-break.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by <em><strong><a href="http://9to5toys.com/9to5toys-newsletter-signup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter</a></strong></em>. Also, be sure to check us out on: <a href="http://twitter.com/9to5toys">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/feed">RSS Feed</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/9to5toyscom/228249133858390">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://plus.google.com/b/105878626736210310777/105878626736210310777/posts" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Google+</a> and <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2013/12/11/safari-push-notifications-are-live-on-all-9to5-sites/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Safari push notifications</a>. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/9to5toys-lunch-break-imac-pro-tp-link-goldbox-more/#more-526998" class="more-link">more…</a></p>
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 16:28:10 +00009to5MacGriffin announces new PowerBlock Wireless Charging Pad for iPhone with 15% off launch price
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/griffin-powerblock-wireless-charging-pad-iphone/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 16:08:20 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/griffin-powerblock-wireless-charging-pad-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1416" /></div><p><em>From <strong><a href="https://9to5toys.com/2018/03/30/griffin-new-wireless-15w-qi-charger/">9to5Toys</a></strong>:</em></p>
<p>Griffin has today launched its newest iPhone accessory, the PowerBlock Wireless Charging Pad. This new offering will be priced at $60, but Griffin is <a href="http://bit.ly/2pT6KDy">offering 15% off on the new charger</a> through April 2, bringing it down to <a href="http://bit.ly/2pT6KDy">$51</a>.</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 16:08:20 +00009to5MacNew 2018 iPad now available for in-store pickup at Apple and Best Buy
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/new-2018-ipad-now-available-for-in-store-pickup-at-apple-and-best-buy/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 15:02:32 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/ipad.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>As expected, Apple’s new 2018 iPad, which was <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/27/new-ipad/">announced earlier this week</a>, has arrived at retail locations. Both <a href="https://www.apple.com/shop/buy-ipad/ipad-9-7">Apple retail stores</a> and <a href="https://bit.ly/2J8WAGX">Best Buy locations</a> are showing stock, allowing customers to walk in to a store and purchase a 6th-generation iPad today. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/new-2018-ipad-now-available-for-in-store-pickup-at-apple-and-best-buy/#more-526978" class="more-link">more…</a></p>
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 15:02:32 +00009to5MaciPhone assembler Foxconn sees rise in holiday quarter profits despite gloomy expectations
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/foxconn-revenue-profits-q4-2017/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:43:04 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/foxconn.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>Among the gloomy predictions being made for <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-x/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone X</a> sales, analysts were predicting that lead iPhone assembler <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/foxconn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Foxconn</a> would announce declining profits for Q4 2017 …</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:43:04 +00009to5MacHow to check battery health and disable iPhone battery performance throttling in iOS 11.3
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/how-to-check-battery-health-and-disable-iphone-battery-performance-throttling-in-ios-11-3/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:32:21 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/ios11-iphone6-settings-battery-health-performance-management-applied1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>As promised, Apple has included a new section in Battery Settings to include information about Battery Health. Battery Health (Beta) is available in iOS 11.3 and later and displayed on all iPhone models since the iPhone 6. You can see the estimated battery capacity and the screen explains whether the battery can offer peak performance. iOS will now tell you in this screen if your device is being throttled due to a degraded battery.</p>
<p>When you update to iOS 11.3, the device will have performance management. The device will be throttled automatically when the system first experiences an unexpected shutdown. You can disable the slowdowns in the Battery Health screen if you want. Read everything about Battery Health after the jump …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/how-to-check-battery-health-and-disable-iphone-battery-performance-throttling-in-ios-11-3/#more-526969" class="more-link">more…</a></p>
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:32:21 +00009to5MacOpinion: Apple’s privacy-first approach has downsides but is really paying dividends now
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/apple-privacy-policy/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:03:53 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/homepod3.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/homepod/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HomePod</a> reviews almost universally agreed on <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/02/06/homepod-review-roundup-not-so-smart-but-stunning-sound/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">two things</a>: the speaker sounds incredibly impressive for the size and price, and Apple’s smart speaker is the least-smart one on the market. Both <a href="https://amzn.to/2GAGUxZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amazon’s Echo</a> and <a href="https://store.google.com/product/google_home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Google’s Home</a> speakers were found to be significantly more capable when it comes to answering questions and carrying out tasks.</p>
<p>This is not, of course, coincidence. Amazon opens its Alexa ‘recipes’ up to any third-party developer, and Google has long snaffled-up as much data as it can to make its smart assistants as capable as possible. Apple, in contrast, carefully controls the personal data available to both itself and to third-party developers …</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:03:53 +00009to5MacTwitter app makes it easy to share a particular moment from a live video
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/twitter-video-timestamp/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 12:18:42 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/twitter-timestamp.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/twitter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a> is making it easier for you to share a particular moment from a live video stream by introducing a YouTube-style timestamp feature in its iOS and Android apps …</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 12:18:42 +00009to5MacChinese authorities catch suspects who used drones to smuggle $80M worth of iPhones from Hong Kong
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/iphone-smugglers-drones/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 11:43:03 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/drone-smuggling1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" /></div><p>iPhones are significantly cheaper in Hong Kong than mainland China, and it’s <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/18/iphone-smuggler-china-hong-kong/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">not unusual</a> to <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2015/01/12/iphone-suit/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">find people</a> smuggling them <a href="http://kotaku.com/smuggling-146-iphones-looks-difficult-1690990925" target="_blank" rel="noopener">across the border</a>. But while the record for smuggling them under clothing is around $150k, that’s nothing compared to the $79.8M worth transported with the help of drones …</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 11:43:03 +00009to5MacNewly-revealed 2016 internal memo says Facebook growth justified even if it kills someone
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/30/boz-facebook-memo/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 11:03:13 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/andrew-bosworth.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>A memo written in 2016 has just come to light in which a <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/facebook/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a> VP argues that ‘questionable’ and deceptive tactics to grow the platform are justified – even if they cost someone their life.</p>
<p>The memo was written by one of Facebook’s longest-serving execs, Andrew “Boz” Bosworth …</p>
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Fri, 30 Mar 2018 11:03:13 +00009to5MacState of eGPU: Apple introduces official eGPU support in macOS 10.13.4, internal display acceleration opt-in
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/29/state-of-egpu-apple-introduces-official-egpu-support-in-macos-10-13-4-internal-display-acceleration-opt-in/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 04:04:44 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/11/rx-vega-64-hero.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Today Apple <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/29/mac-os-10-13-4/">released macOS 10.13.4 to the public</a>, bringing official external graphics support to the Mac. Apple has published <a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208544">a new document</a> to help users navigate the ins and outs of eGPU support, including a list of eligible Mac hardware, external graphics enclosures, and GPUs. If you’re considering adopting an external graphics setup, then you definitely want to be familiar with Apple’s published requirements. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/29/state-of-egpu-apple-introduces-official-egpu-support-in-macos-10-13-4-internal-display-acceleration-opt-in/#more-526916" class="more-link">more…</a></p>
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 04:04:44 +00009to5MacThe best USB-C power packs for iPhone, iPad, and MacBook
https://9to5mac.com/2018/03/29/the-best-usb-c-power-packs-for-iphone-ipad-and-mac/
Fri, 30 Mar 2018 02:10:36 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/01/mophie-powerstation-ac.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Despite the ever-increasing size of batteries, there become times when you need a little more power to get you through a day with your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Whether it’s because of travel, a heavy workload, or other factors, it’s always wise to keep a portable battery pack around for extending your device’s battery life.</p>
<p>Head below for the best USB-C portable batteries and power packs for iPhone, iPad, and Mac…</p>
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