How much of your information did you hand over today? Chances are, far more than you realize. That is because there is a multi-billion-dollar data brokerage industry that runs entirely on your data, whether you consent to it or not.
That’s where Incogni comes in. It tracks down and removes your personal data from anywhere, from ChatGPT to the dark web. And it keeps removing it.
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Aqara, a leading company in the smart home sector, has just unveiled its top deals for Black Friday this season. With these deals, you can save big on smart locks, doorbell cameras, and other essential smart home gear – all at a steep discount for the holiday season. These products are excellent for Apple fans who utilize HomeKit and Siri, though they also work with the Google Home and Amazon Alexa ecosystems.
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This Black Friday, transform your home cleaning routine with Roborock’s best-selling vacuums at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re looking for cutting-edge robotic technology or powerful cordless convenience, Roborock has you covered with savings up to 50% across their entire lineup.
From pet-friendly models with zero-tangling technology to flagship vacuums featuring industry-first innovations, there’s a perfect solution for every home and budget, starting at just $199.99. Don’t miss these exclusive limited-time offers for 9to5Mac readers on the smart cleaning tools that will make your life easier all year long.
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Downloading content from YouTube for your own personal usage can be a challenge at times. 4K Video Downloader Plus is a simple Mac app that makes it much easier to do so, and it offers a fairly generous free version to get started.
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I’ve tested a lot of docks over the years, from small compact on-the-go hubs that I use alongside my iPad to the full desktop-class docks that claim to be able to handle everything you throw at them. But the iVANKY FusionDock Max 2 is the first one that actually delivers on that promise. This dock has been purpose-built for Apple Silicon, bringing true Thunderbolt 5 performance with triple display support and 23 professional-grade ports, all wrapped in a sleek and unique design.
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With Black Friday fast approaching, TORRAS is out with not one, but two Holiday Mega Sale events, with free gifts, discounts of up to 60%, and Amazon-exclusive offers. Check the details below and don’t miss out!
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I have tested many smart locks over the years. They all promise convenience but always fall short, with apps that look like they are stuck in 2013, poor battery life, and compatibility headaches. Avia has taken a different approach. Their award-winning lineup focuses purely on Apple compatibility and integration, as well as battery efficiency and ease of use. Here is what you should know about their three new products!
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Holiday shopping season is here, and if you’re thinking about a great gift for someone special (or let’s be honest, yourself), Roborock’s Qrevo CurvX should be at the top of your list. Robot vacuums have always had this problem: you either get something powerful that looks like a sci-fi reject, or something sleek that can’t really clean. Qrevo CurvX doesn’t make you choose. It solves real frustrations while actually looking nice in your home. With Black Friday around the corner, it’s getting an incredible $650 discount, down to $849.99 from $1,499.99.
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Smart cleaning pioneer Narwal is officially launching its Black Friday discounts, and 9to5Mac readers get priority access to additional saving, allowing you to save up to 49% across the company’s entire lineup. It even extends to non-robocleaners like wet/dry vacuums.
It’s unusual for a discount to apply to every single product a company offers, from its most affordable models right the way up to its latest and most sophisticated ones – but that’s exactly what you get here.
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Clean energy company Bluetti has expanded its popular portable power station range with a new Elite series. This includes options for both home energy resilience and on-the-go adventures. For a limited time, 9to5Mac readers can snag one of the latest models with a discount of up to 65%.
The headline news here is the Elite 10 Portable Power Station, the most portable model the company has ever made, fitting into your palm and weighing less than four pounds. At the other end of the scale is a new expansion battery for the company’s whole home backup power solutions …
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We all have too many digital subscriptions these days, with each of those individual monthly costs adding up. Swapping out your recurring cloud storage fees for a single pCloud lifetime subscription can make a lot of financial sense.
Best of all, there’s no need to compromise on security to do it. pCloud protects your data with end-to-end encryption (E2EE) and is based in Switzerland, which has the strictest data privacy laws in the world. The firm offers a three-in-one bundle that combines lifetime storage, client-side encryption, and a secure password manager …
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You’ve doubtless heard the oft-quoted saying that if you’re not the customer for a tech service, then you’re the product. That’s exactly the case for many free apps and services, where the money is made by selling your personal data to data brokers.
In the most innocuous of cases, data such as your location and known interests is used to target you with personalised ads. But in the worst of cases, that data is either purchased or stolen by scammers and identity thieves …
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iPhone 17 and iPhone Air include a hidden travel tool that you’re probably not using. eSIM technology built into modern iPhones transforms your device into a versatile solution for staying connected wherever you go.
The best part? Your iPhone doesn’t just have one eSIM. That means you can use your existing service alongside a second eSIM for travel. No need to swap physical SIM cards and affect your phone number.
Want to instantly connect to local networks in over 190 countries without swapping SIM cards, hunting for Wi-Fi, or paying exorbitant roaming fees? You just need the right service to unlock it. That’s where Nomad eSIM comes in. 9to5Mac readers can save 25% off with promo code MAC25 for a limited time.
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There’s still time to enter our giveaway for the new iPhone 17 (Pro or Air) courtesy of our friends at iMazing, one of the most advanced and comprehensive iPhone management platforms available on both macOS and Windows. With just over 24 hours left before we draw a winner, you can enter the giveaway below and get the new iMazing 3.4 for 20% off.
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It’s a universal experience. Every once in a while, you’ll get a random call from your iPhone – and they’ll often be from scammers. It’s not fun, and wastes everybody’s time.
Apple does offer features to fight against this, like the ability to silence all unknown numbers, but that can have unintended side effects. With Incogni, you can fight against the root of the problem.
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Last October, Apple introduced the first Macs with Thunderbolt 5 – enabling faster data transfer than ever before. If you’re in the market for a new Thunderbolt dock to take advantage of all of the additional bandwidth on your M4 Pro/M4 Max MacBook Pro, Mac mini, or Mac Studio, this new dock from iVANKY. could be the right choice for you.
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Just as the iPhone 17 lineup hit stores last month, iMazing 3.4 rolled out with full support for iOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, and the new devices.
The update features multiple enhancements to the tools that give superpowers to iPhone users of any level, and 9to5Mac readers can get a limited-time 20% discount on all licenses with the code 9to5mac-20off. Here’s what’s new.
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We’re giving away the new iPhone 17 (Pro or Air) to one lucky reader this month courtesy of iMazing, one of the most advanced and comprehensive iPhone management platforms available on both macOS and Windows. Enter the giveaway below and, for a limited time, get the new iMazing 3.4 for 20% off.
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The Department of Homeland Security recently said that Chinese criminal gangs have made more than $1 billion from scams directed at US phone numbers.
While phone-based scams once relied on random number dialing, the disturbing truth these days is that they most likely bought your phone number and more from one of the hundreds of data brokers eager to sell your personal data for profit …
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We’ve teamed up with iMazing– one of the most advanced and comprehensive iPhone management platforms available on both macOS and Windows– to give away the new iPhone 17 (Pro or Air). Head below to enter the giveaway and get the new iMazing 3.4 for 20% off for a limited time.
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Together with our friends at iMazing– one of the most advanced and comprehensive iPhone management platforms available on both macOS and Windows– we’re giving away Apple’s new iPhone 17 (Pro or Air) to one lucky reader. You can enter the giveaway now using the form below and get a closer look at the new iMazing 3.4 available now.
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To celebrate Amazon Prime Day and the debut of the new Elite 30 V2 portable power station, BLUETTI is offering some of its biggest discounts ever. On top of that, 9to5Mac readers get a special code for additional savings on all BLUETTI Prime Day deals.
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Prime Day has rolled around again, If you’re looking to see a robot vacuum cleaner rolling around your home, there’s no better time to buy.
Roborock’s Prime Day deals let you save up to 45% from its range of award-winning robot vacuum cleaners for a limited time of just a few days.
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MacBooks are incredible, but buying one has plenty of issues. It’s expensive up front, time consuming to resell, and its easy to hold onto too long, meaning you end up with downtime waiting for things to load.
Upgraded fixes that. Pay monthly with the option to upgrade every 2 years, and skip the resale timesuck. Thousands of people are switching and freeing up their cash flow.
Prices start at $33.28/month for the MacBook Air, and $52.17/month for the MacBook Pro, with rates as low as 0% APR. AppleCare is always included. Choose your next MacBook here.
And with the latest rumors saying that we won’t see new MacBooks until spring of 2026, this is the perfect time to buy if you’re looking for a new laptop.
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