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Apple Pay and electronic IDs are removing the need for a wallet, but why wait? Try a Dodocase that holds your phone as well as your drivers license, credit cards, etc. We went hands on with three of this company’s leather iPhone wallet cases so we can report how they stand up to real-world use. […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens) Source: cultofmac

This week we dim the lights (with HomeRun), fire up the music (with Djay 3.0), and settle in with a nice long read (Instapaper). Also, Nanostudio 2, which I couldn't fit into that cost scene, but which is awesome nonetheless. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens) Source: cultofmac

When it comes to charging, wired is tired, and wireless is…better. And as Qi-compatible chargers catch on, they’re available for way more than just your desktop. So we’ve rounded up 3 of the coolest wireless charging gadgets you’ll find, all at big discounts. Read on for more info: Ziistle Triangle Foldable Wireless Qi-Certified Charger – […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens) Source: cultofmac

Drones are super-cool, super-fun — and often, super-expensive. For many of us, they can seem forever out of reach, and probably too complicated to learn. Not so with this feature-loaded, uber-portable, and very affordable camera drone. The Hover Camera Passport is as easy to use as drones get, able to follow you around thanks to […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens) Source: cultofmac

The iPad Pro is pro enough for almost anything, but one thing it still can’t handle is making a Skype or FaceTime call and recording it at the same time. This is a total pain for podcasters who like to travel light. Luckily, there’s a neat workaround. Find out how to podcast from the road […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens) Source: cultofmac

December 15, 2003: Almost eight months after launching the iTunes Music Store, Apple celebrates its 25 millionth download. The song in question? Appropriately enough for this time of year, a Frank Sinatra cover* of the Christmas classic “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” iTunes: The most successful online music store “With over […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens) Source: cultofmac

If you’ve ever made calls or used data across international borders without checking on your service plan specifics first, that’s likely a mistake you won’t make again. It’s called international roaming — and when your U.S. SIM card connects with a mobile network in a foreign nation, you usually start accruing new charges. Those fees […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens) Source: cultofmac

If you’ve ever considered breaking into an Apple Store with a U-Haul truck, don’t bother: it won’t work. A couple of guys tried it in Berkeley, California last night and got away with exactly no Apple merchandise. The Berkeley Police Department investigated a burglar alarm going off at the store at 3:20 am. Officers found […] (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens) Source: cultofmac

T-Mobile and Sprint expect their proposed merger will be given the green light by government security officials as soon as next week, according to a report from Reuters. The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) has been reviewing the merger for potential security issues. At the same time, government officials have been pressuring Deutsche Telekom, T-Mobile's parent organization, and SoftBank, Sprint's parent organization, to cease use of…

Asus has for the most part contented itself with sticking to entry-level and mid-range smartphones. The ROG Phone is a dramatic leap for the company. This dedicated gaming device has one of the best spec sheets in the industry -- and killer hardware to boot. If you're the type to strap in for hours of gameplay, the Asus ROG Phone may be the weapon you need to blast your way…