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Trevor Daugherty is the Senior Editor of 9to5Toys. Since joining in 2014, he’s specialized in product reviews, exclusive discounts, and 9to5’s New Toy of the Day. Contact him direct at trevor@9to5mac.com.

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Free streaming service trials to check out while social distancing

With social distancing and Coronavirus taking center stage in our lives this week, various app developers and services have been rolling out aggressive promotions to help ease complications. Apple has also launched a big movie sale today, as well, with a wide range of discounted bundles. In the midst of all this, it can be a great time to explore new streaming services with more on the market than ever before. If you’re wondering which services offer free trials and for how long, we’ve rounded up all of the best options down below with a quick breakdown of their offers and other pertinent details. While social distancing may be a pain, you can at least enjoy some free content during all this downtime. Head below for more.

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Apple combats social distancing with huge movie bundle sale from $10, more starting at $1

After discounting a number of apps, Apple has now turned its attention to movies. Apple is marking down a wide selection of multi-film bundles and more to help you combat social distancing boredom while loading up your library with fresh content. There’s also a smattering of movies on sale from $5 and the usual $1 HD rental of the week. Hit the jump for all of our top picks and more.

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This bundle of nine Mac productivity apps is now just $25.50 ($100+ value)

Shopping for the ultimate workflow can cost a small fortune. But with The 2020 Mac Productivity Essentials Bundle, you get nine of the best apps for productivity on macOS — including PDF Reader Pro and Stick Password. The collection is currently just $25.50 at 9to5Toys Specials with promo code TOYS15. As a comparison, you’d typically pay at least $10 per app with over $100 worth of regular value going here.

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Amazon takes wraps off new Ring Video Doorbell 3 and more, pre-order now

Today Amazon is expanding its stable of Ring smart home security products with two new video doorbells as well as some updated accessories. The Ring Video Doorbell 3 and 3 Plus enter with a new feature set like pre-roll recording, enhanced motion detection, and 1080p feeds, all in a battery-powered design. Head below for a closer look at what the latest from Ring entails, as well as pricing and availability details.

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Beosound Balance arrives with AirPlay 2, Google Assistant, and a big price tag

Bang & Olufsen is making a return following a quiet start to 2020, today unveiling its new Beosound Balance. This $2,250 speaker offers the usual mix of high-end design with audio to match. However, Bang & Olufsen is entering the crowded smart speaker marketplace with Google Assistant and AirPlay 2 capabilities in tow on its latest release. Designed in partnership with London-based agency Layer, this cylindrical speaker comes in two colors and offer premium finishes that bypass many of its competitors in this category. Head below for full details, availability, and more on the new Beosound Balance Smart Speaker.

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Nomad refreshes Apple Watch Base Station, now charges up to five devices, more

This morning, Nomad is introducing a refreshed version of its popular Base Station for Apple Watch. Upgraded internals deliver enough juice to power up to five devices simultaneously through a mix of Qi coils, charging pucks, and USB ports. Additionally, the entire wireless charging pad offers 10W speeds for eligible devices, making this arguably the most compelling all-in-one power station on the market today. An increase in price is sure to be a turnoff for some shoppers, but the overall value here combined with our previous recommendation of the first-generation model makes the new Nomad Base Station for Apple Watch worth your attention. Hit the jump for full details, pricing, and availability.

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JOBY debuts new suite of photography and videography accessories for iPhone

For photographers and videographers alike, JOBY is most well-known for its lineup of flexible GorillaPod tripods. For its latest batch of products, the brand isn’t straying from its photography emphasis, but it is focusing its sights on smartphone-wielding mobile content creators. JOBY is now launching an entire suite of new mobile accessories for content creators, including new mics, LEDs, tripods, and more. Head below for a closer look at the latest collection of JOBY iPhone accessories.

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