Feb 26, 2022

End the Safari tab madness!

If you’re anything like me, you’ve got a bunch of Safari tabs open right now. Like, way too many.

Granted, you’re probably not as bad as Cult of Mac publisher Leander Kahney, who once opened 650 tabs just to test the M1 MacBook Air (and routinely pushes the limits of tab propriety).

Practically nobody is that crazy. But if you’ve got your own tab problem, we’ve got a post this week that will show you how to stop the tab madness once and for all.

And if you wear an Apple Watch Series 6 or 7, you’ll likely benefit from our explainer on the Blood Oxygen app in those devices.

At Cult of Mac, we’re here to help. Enjoy your weekend!

– Lewis Wallace, managing editor

How-tos

How to get organized with Safari Tab Groups

Keeping large numbers of browser tabs open is such a common habit that Apple created a system to organize them. Safari Tab Groups let you put open tabs into logical collections so you can more easily work with them.

How to use Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor, and what it’s good for

The blood oxygen sensor featured in Apple Watch Series 6 and 7 is “not intended for medical use,” Apple says. That seems odd, considering that low blood oxygen is a serious medical condition. If the watch’s monitor is not for medical use, then what exactly is it for?

News and opinion

Apple Ring is the health accessory we need

Apple’s next new product should be a smart ring. No, not so you can scroll through Instagram on a teeny-tiny display. The Apple Ring would be packed with health sensors that allow wearers to track their exercise and fitness goals while carrying no other device.

New 5G chip could mean even better battery life for iPhone 14

Apple’s most recent iPhone models offer better battery life than any of their rivals — and it could be about to get even better.

Apple brings fresh designs to stunning new Abu Dhabi store

The new Al Maryah Island store showcases dramatic design elements never seen before at Apple stores. Check out the pictures!

MacBook with 20-inch folding screen sounds like a dream machine

Apple is reportedly working on a notebook with a display that dwarfs the 16-inch screen in the latest MacBook Pro. And the whole device won’t be gargantuan — because it’ll fold in half.

Apple tasks South Korean firm with building autopilot chips for its first car

The two companies joined forces around a year ago and are said to be working on a chipset package that will be the brains behind the self-driving vehicle.

Apple VR/AR headset takes big step toward production

Apple is reportedly doing engineering validation tests on the much-rumored VR/AR device.

Deals

Save on Microsoft Office for Mac: Get a lifetime subscription for less than $50

Once again, Cult of Mac Deals is offering a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac for just $49.99. The incredibly popular bundle includes six Microsoft apps at an incredible 85% discount.

This 9-in-1 USB-C hub has it all for only $99

Owning a sleek, modern laptop doesn’t mean you need to give up all the ports that make your computer useful. This Casa 9-in-1 USB-C hub only takes up one of your MacBook’s ports, but gives you nine different ways to connect.

Stay safe when traveling with this hidden camera detector

Hidden cameras have been discovered spying on guests in hotels, Airbnbs and public spaces. But camera-detecting devices like this one can eliminate the problem and give you total peace of mind,

Apply for more than 100 jobs a day with just one click

How much time have you wasted applying for jobs that didn’t work out? LazyApply lets you submit hundreds of job applications with just a click. And a lifetime subscription is on sale for just $67 (regular price $999).

Plus, learn the skills you need to compete:

This plug-and-play firewall and VPN combo gives you complete control of your online security

You can get the protection of a firewall, and the privacy of a virtual private network, packed into a single piece of cybersecurity hardware. And the Deeper Connect Nano is on sale now for $299.

Reviews

10 tough cases that keep your iPhone in top condition

If you want your iPhone to always look brand-new — even after you’ve dropped it over and over again — you’ll need a tough case that offers plenty of impact protection. There are loads of tough iPhone cases to choose from, but we rounded up 10 of the best.

'Severance' goes on a serious head trip this week [Apple TV+ recap]

New Apple TV+ thriller/comedy Severance takes a visit to a motivational museum this week. The show’s unique look and sci-fi premise continue to pay rich dividends.

Plus, more Apple TV+ recaps:

Juice up Apple Watch on the go with this compact travel charger [Review]

Ampere’s Apple Watch Charging Cable is a lot more portable than Apple’s. It’s so short, it fits easily in a purse or gear bag. As a bonus, it’s partially made from recycled ocean plastic.

Setups

Ever see two vertical Cinema Displays towering over an iMac?

Have you ever witnessed the glory of two gigantic Apple Cinema Displays mounted vertically, in portrait mode, bookending an iMac? We didn’t think so.

Maybe every workstation should pack a 3D printer

You rarely see a computer setup with a 3D printer, but this one’s an exception. Probably more workstations in the near future will have them – and for good reason.

Drool-worthy gear: Former PC gamer goes all-in on Mac conversion

When a software engineering manager who works from home decided to leave PC gaming behind, he went over the moon with his new Mac setup.

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