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A Working Apple I Computer Just Sold For $671,400 at Auction

The Apple 1 is a little piece of history, the first in a lineage that’s taken the world by storm since its birth in 1976. And that piece of history is worth a lot. An anonymous collector just picked up a still functioning(!) one of the suckers at auction for a cool $671,400. And you…

Bondsy, Drops First Aid, Bamboo Loop, and More

Hear that? It’s the long weekend calling your name. The week leading up to a holiday always feels that much longer. And you deserve a break. Kick back, relax, and browse through this week’s cornucopia of iPhone app goodness. Bondsy: Craigslist’s bartering section is a wonderful concept, sure, but the fact of the matter is…

Mailbox, Forecast.io, and More

The long weekend is finally here. And what’s better than spending a holiday enjoying the warm weather with family and friends? Well, how about having a few iPad apps that help you stay connected and ready for whatever Mother Gaia has to throw at you—just in case. Lucky for you, we’ve got them right here.…

What Is Flat Design?

With the release of iOS7 just around the corner, clamor over the changes Jony Ive will institute is growing. The general consensus—on this site and elsewhere—is that Apple is about to get a flat makeover. But for the uninitiated, “flat design” can be a confusing term. So let’s talk it out, shall we? Flat design…

Get $50 Off an iPhone at Best Buy From Sunday

From Sunday, Best Buy is knocking $50 off the price off the price of iPhones for four weeks. The deal applies to the iPhone 4, iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 on two-year contracts with Verizon, AT&T or Sprint. So, if you’ve been umm-ing and ahh-ing, now might be the time to stump up some cash.…

Bondsy: The Best Way to Barter Between Friends

Craigslist’s bartering section is a wonderful concept, sure, but the fact of the matter is that, when you’re making deals with total, unverified strangers, there’s an inherent set of risks that comes along with it. But with Bondsy, which launches today, you can exercise your bartering skills and finally get rid of junk that’s been…

Mailbox, the app that was supposed torevolutionize email so long as you were willing to stand in a 250,000+ wait list, has just released its first iPad-optimized version. And the best part? No virtual waiting in line required.

Haha, Microsoft Uses Siri to Make Fun of the iPad in a Commercial

Microsoft, which has been trying to force Windows Phone into the Android and iPhone conversation in its recent commercials, is going head on against Apple in its latest spot. That’s not surprising (as Samsung loves to pick at Cupertino all the time), but what’s hilarious is that Microsoft is using Apple’s own Siri to do…

Drops First Aid: Knowledge You Need to Save a Life Right in Your Pocket

Of all the things you never leave home without, your phone is usually somewhere near the top of that list, ready to whip out at a moments notice. You keep all your most vital information on it: birthdays, important meetings, reminders, beloved images, what have you—but all of this is worthless without the people behind…

Drive Awake iOS App Can Tell When You’re Drowsy, Directs You to Coffee

Is there anything wrong with a chain of coffee shops trying to drum up a little extra business while they’re ensuring drowsy drivers don’t end up swerving off the road? Thailand-base Cafe Amazon certainly hopes not. Working with BBDO Proximity, the chain created an iPhone app that monitors drivers for signs of sleepiness, and when…

On Using Your iPhone Abroad Without Getting Totally Screwed

When I stepped off the plane in Mexico I got that sinking feeling. My iPhone wasn’t going to work. I mean it was, but, you know, it’s expensive to use a cell phone abroad. It’s even more expensive to use a smartphone abroad. A few years ago, I took a work trip to Paris and…

An iPhone 5 Cable That Never Tangles and Doubles as a Stand

Upgrade your iPhone 5’s default sync cable with the thicker, posable Trunk and you’ll never spend another second of your life untangling that web of knots that magically appears in your pocket. Available now for just $20, the Trunk’s reinforced core can actually support your iPhone 5 in almost any position, letting you more easily…

Yes, an Old Mac G5 Does Make a Great BBQ

An old Mac G5 case, some scrap aluminum—and you have the perfect geek’s grill. OK, so there may strictly be more efficient ways to cook outdoors, but this scores maximum nerd points. [Imgur via Macgasm via Ubergizmo] https://gizmodo.com/everything-you-need-to-grill-everything-but-steak-484753430

A Congressional investigation found that Apple has avoided BILLIONS in taxes. Senator John McCain said, “Apple claims to be the largest U.S. corporate taxpayer, but by sheer size and scale, it is also among America’s largest tax avoiders.” [NY Times]

Limelight: Share Your Carefully Crafted Movie Collection With the World

Nearly everyone and their grandmother has at least some sort of streaming service at their fingertips—or at the very least, they have a streaming service that someone is letting them mooch off of. But despite the prominence of Netflix, Hulu, and the like, there’s still a good number of cinephiles out there who still love…

Festival Ready, Beer Hunt, and More

The summer season is just about to be upon us, and this week came bearing a whole slew of apps ready to make sure you’re having maximum fun while maintaining maximum responsibility. We hope. Festival Ready: Summer approacheth, and with summer comes festivals—all sorts of festivals! Whether you’re a music buff, renaissance enthusiast, or food…

EyePaint, WWF Together, and More

It’s been a long week, and you deserve a break. Fortunately, this week’s set of apps for iPad are full of fun and relaxation, and there’s even app ready to do the work for you. Lucky you. EyePaint MyDIARY: A fun, easy app for kids of all ages let’s them exercise their creativity by filling…

iPhones are now military equipment, kind of. The Pentagon just cleared Apple devices running iOS 6 for use on all its networks, so iPhones are officially joining the ranks of BlackBerrys and Samsung Android devices. Windows Phone 8 fans are still out of luck.

Pay.me: Get All the Money You Deserve When Selling Online

Most people have sold at least something online at this point in their lives. It’s an easy way to get rid of crap you don’t need and make a little cash in the process. But there’s inevitably a dip in the joy of your newfound wealth when you realize that your chosen platform has taken…

DODOnotes iPhone Notebooks: Sometimes Nothing Beats a Pen and Paper

The whole hip pocket notebook fad is getting a little tired, but DODOcase—the makers of some gorgeous premium cases for the iPhone, iPad, and other devices—might have just revived it with its new DODOnotes iPhone-friendly notebooks. https://gizmodo.com/the-most-beautiful-ipad-case-of-all-is-now-more-beautif-5892840 Each book features 30 blank tear-out sheets of silky smooth Mohawk Superfine paper. If the pen on paper…