What a great move by the folks at Audible.
This website lets you relive Apollo 13 in real time through historical transcripts, footage, and audio
We posted a similar story about Apollo 11’s real-time website. It’s an incredible resource. Take the time to poke around the site and see the wealth of details in it. Amazing work.
Why everyone hates Dasani water
I don’t hate Dasani but I no longer drink it or any other bottled water. But it is amusing to see in the stores that, even if all the other bottled waters are gone, there are often cases of Dasani left behind.
Apple sets global purchase limits on iPhones, new iPads, and Macs
Hopefully, people aren’t thinking of hoarding iPads like they’re hoarding toilet paper.
An oral history of how the movie ‘Wargames’ inspired Ronald Reagan’s cybersecurity policies
Still a great movie that holds up well 30+ years later.
What you get for $1500 — MacBook Air versus MacBook Pro versus iPad Pro
I imagine there are a lot of people going through this thought process right now.
Stuck at home? Have a “Netflix Party” with friends
If I had any friends, I’d definitely try this Chrome extension.
Adobe is giving everyone 2 months of free Creative Cloud — here’s how to get it
I just did this and it worked. But you should hurry. These kinds of deals tend not to stick around long.
More than 80 major US retailers are temporarily closing stores to prevent the spread of the coronavirus
Like Apple, many of the listed companies are going to continue to pay workers.
Here’s how the iPad’s new trackpad actually works
Apple’s new Magic Keyboard is not cheap but the mouse and trackpad support looks great.
Here are all the live streams & virtual concerts to watch during coronavirus crisis
It’s obviously not the same as being there live but maybe your favourite artist is doing a little something you can watch from home.
What you need to know about Apple’s LiDAR Scanner in the iPad Pro
This could very well be the most interesting aspect of today’s announcement.
Toilet paper makers: ‘What we are dealing with here is uncharted’
My wife and I were at Costco yesterday and there wasn’t a single sheet of toilet paper or paper towel available. Nor was there any liquid hand soap. I spoke to a Costco employee about the toilet paper situation and he shook his head saying, “We get new supplies every morning and they are sold out by 10am. What I don’t understand is I’ve sold maybe 10 people Vitamin C supplements which you’re more likely to need than extra toilet paper!”
Apple’s recommendation of best apps for working and staying at home
Apple has posted a variety of apps to help you get through this situation from “Keep in Touch With Loved Ones,” to “Learn and Study From Home,” to how to work out and meditate.
Tips for the Mac user new to working from home
If you’re new to working from home, it can be a real challenge. I’ve been doing it for 26+ years and, unless you focus and make a plan, it can be difficult to get much work done.
Try Shudder free for 30 days
If things aren’t scary enough for you, you can watch horror movies for free for the next 30 days.
Free eBook – “Take Control of Working from Home Temporarily”
I’ve worked from home for over 26 years now but it’s not easy. This free eBook has some good advice on how to manage it successfully.
NBCUniversal breaks theatrical window, will make movies available on demand immediately
I think you’ll see other studios doing this. It won’t last past this summer but for those of us practicing “social distancing” and not wanting to go to a movie theater, this is welcome news.
Apple’s “Temporary Retail Store Closures” FAQ
This and several other questions answered on Apple’s page.
Apple dominates ‘100 greatest designs of modern times’ list
Congratulations to everyone at Apple. They should be proud to dominate such a list. But I’m a bit miffed that the original iMac didn’t make the list.
No March Madness? Watch 16 of the best games in NCAA tournament history right now
If you’re a fellow NCAA Men’s Basketball fan, no March Madness this year is incredibly disappointing. But here are 16 classic games to help you get through it.
The insanely difficult process behind removing an old skyscraper to build a bigger one
I’ve often wondered how skyscrapers in dense areas get removed.
Stuck at home? These 12 famous museums offer virtual tours you can take on your couch
Having been to several of these museums, I can tell you it’s not the same online but it’s fun to “wander around” and see some famous art in its “natural” setting.
The 12 Days of Apple Stores
This is day 2 of the 12 Days of Apple Stores, brought to life by the prolific coverer of all things Apple Store, Michael Steeber.
Each day, Michael explores an unusual or favorite Apple Store, with background and links of interest. Nicely done.
Kanopy – stream movies with your public library card or university login
There are some really good, interesting movies on this site.
Universal Music chief Lucian Grainge hospitalized with Coronavirus
In attendance at that party? Tim Cook and Eddy Cue.
Las Vegas properties closing for 2 weeks
Vegas is starting to close casinos.
Comcast and T-Mobile upgrade everyone to unlimited data for next 60 days
Another example of companies doing what’s best. Good to see.
PBS to stream Ken Burns’ “Baseball” for free
Great move by Ken Burns and PBS. Sadly, not available outside of the US.
Pandemic is one of the best board games ever made
It might seem a bit morbid to play this game right now but it’s actually a lot of fun and wonderfully cooperative. You can’t win unless you all work together.