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Apple has just finished its October 2021 event, which was full of news and announcements from the company — including the long-awaited M1-equipped MacBook Pros. There was a whole lot of news, so if you want to get caught up on the biggest updates from the show, you can catch up with our roundup right here.

Apple’s new MacBook Pros.
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APPLE ANNOUNCED TWO MACBOOK PROS WITH AN ALL-NEW DESIGN

Apple revealed a brand-new set of MacBook Pros, available in 14-inch and 16-inch models. The Touch Bar is gone, replaced with a full-size function row. Many ports are back; there’s an HDMI port, three Thunderbolt ports, an SD card slot, a headphone jack, and the return of the MagSafe charger. The 14-inch model starts at $1,999, while the 16-inch model starts at $2,499. They will be available to preorder Monday ahead of availability next week.

And you might notice one thing at the top of the new laptops…

Look at that notch.
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THE NEW MACBOOK PROS HAVE A NOTCH

Apple has brought over the notch design from the iPhone to the new MacBook Pros, though it houses an improved 1080p FaceTime camera. Let the notch debates begin anew.

Apple announced the M1 Pro chip on Monday.
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APPLE INTRODUCES TWO NEW CUSTOM CHIPS: THE M1 PRO AND THE M1 MAX

Apple announced its next two custom chips, dubbed the M1 Pro and M1 Max. They seem like they’ll be beefy chips, as Apple says the Pro has more than 33 billion transistors, while the Max has 57 billion transistors.

Here’s where you flip on ProMotion.
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PROMOTION AND MINI LED TECHNOLOGY COMES TO THE MACBOOK PROS

Apple’s new MacBook Pros use the company’s adaptive refresh rate technology, ProMotion, topping out at up to 120Hz refresh rates. They’re also lit by Mini LEDs, like the 2021 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

MAGSAFE HAS RETURNED TO THE NEW MACBOOK PROS

Apple’s beloved MagSafe magnetic charger is back with the new MacBook Pros. Apple is calling it MagSafe 3. The company says the new computers can charge up to 50 percent in 30 minutes.

Apple’s new generation of AirPods.
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APPLE’S NEXT GENERATION OF AIRPODS HAVE SPATIAL AUDIO AND A PRO-LIKE DESIGN

Apple launched a new version of its popular AirPods headphones. They look a lot like the AirPods Pro, but they don’t have interchangeable tips. The new headphones support spatial audio and are sweat- and water-resistant. You can preorder them Monday for $179, and they will be available next week.

The HomePod Mini now comes in new colors.
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THE HOMEPOD MINI WILL SOON COME IN YELLOW, ORANGE, AND BLUE

Apple is introducing new colors to the HomePod Mini — the smart speaker will now also be available in yellow, orange, and blue. They’ll retail for the same $99 price starting in November.

APPLE INTRODUCES A NEW $4.99 PER MONTH APPLE MUSIC VOICE PLAN

Apple launched a new Apple Music Voice Plan, which lets you access Apple Music with Siri. It will cost $4.99 per month and will be available later this fall in 17 countries.

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Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Oil Change at Chicago Auto Repair (Up to 32% Off)

What You’ll Get

Choice of:

  • Synthetic Blend Oil Change (Up to 4 Quarts)
  • Full Synthetic Oil Change (Up to 4 Quarts)

Motor-Oil Viscosity: A Slippery Subject

The oil viscosity your car needs is usually determined by your car’s manufacturer, but is there ever a reason to switch? Groupon sought out the answer.

Whenever a vehicle is in motion, engine oil has a lot of work to do: reducing friction between moving parts, keeping the engine from overheating, preventing components from prematurely wearing down. But there are many things that can keep oil from staying on top of its workload, and that’s where viscosity comes into play. Factors such as varying starting and running temperatures, an aging car, or heavy loads on board can all affect how motor oil performs. Fortunately, auto manufacturers specify what viscosity level is best for their vehicles, so most drivers never have to spend much time pondering this subject. But for those who are interested or who have to make elevator conversation with a talking car, there are a few basic principles to consider.

Like most liquids, when oil is cooler it’s more viscous (that is, slower-flowing), and when it’s warmer it’s less viscous. Higher-viscosity oils are most appropriate for cars that operate at higher temperatures or carry heavier loads. Lower-viscosity oils work better at lower temperatures since they don’t need to be heated to flow, but they generally offer less protection against wear.

There was a time when people who live in four-season climates would use one oil with a higher viscosity during the warm months and another during the cold months, but multi-grade motor oils solve that problem by working efficiently in both conditions. When you see a viscosity grade on a bottle of multi-grade motor oil—say, 10W-30—there are two numbers to consider. The number preceding the W stands for “winter” or “woolen-underwear season,” which reflects how the oil flows when starting an engine on a cold day. The number after the hyphen is the viscosity at 210°F, the standard temperature of an operating engine. (On both sides of the hyphen, a higher number means a higher viscosity.) What makes this type of oil so flexible? It’s the polymers—particles that expand as the oil heats up and slow down the rate at which the oil thins as it gets hotter.

The Fine Print

Promotional value expires 120 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires. Appointment required. Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as gift(s). May be repurchased every 180 days. Valid only for option purchased. Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.

About Chicago Auto Repair

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Full Service Conventional or Synthetic Oil Change at Midas (Up to 76% Off)

What You’ll Get

Choose Between Two Options

  • $22 for a conventional oil change ($39.95 value)
  • $52 for a synthetic oil change ($89.95 value)

Locations

  • Bloomington: 905 IAA Drive
  • Bridgeview: 8333 Harlem Ave
  • Chicago: 158 W Grand Ave
  • Chicago: 510 W Roosevelt Rd
  • Chicago: 8245 S Cicero Ave
  • Crestwood: 14224 South Cicero Ave
  • Oaklawn: 11009 South Cicero Ave
  • Orland: 14810 South La Grange Rd
  • Palos Hills: 11108 Southwest Highway
  • Pekin: 1804 Court St
  • Tinley Park: 7011 W 159th St

The Fine Print

Promotional value expires 120 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires. Valid for up to 5 quarts of oil. Appointment required. Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as gift(s). Valid only for option purchased. Valid only at listed locations. Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services. Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts.

About Midas

Drawing on three generations of automotive service, this locally-owned, family-operated Midas franchise helps drivers to prolong vehicle vigour with factory-recommended maintenance services. Mechanics pop car hoods to perform oil changes with standard and temperature-durable synthetic solutions, taking time to inspect belts, hoses, fluids, and the air conditioner’s resident penguin. Armed with efficient catalytic converters built to U.S. EPA standards, the staff helps to shrink harmful emissions during muffler and exhaust-system checks. Trained technicians augment brake services with lifetime guarantees and curate healthy, evenly worn tires with rotations or replacements from Goodyear, Michelin, Firestone, and Bridgestone.

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56% Off Three or Five Supreme Washes at Strictly By Hand Car Wash

What You’ll Get

Choose Between Two Options

  • $39 for three vouchers, each valid for one Supreme Service Wash and Poly-Sealant Wax ($81 value)
  • $60 for five vouchers, each valid for one Supreme Service Wash and Poly-Sealant Wax ($135 value)

Supreme Service Wash and Poly-Sealant Wax includes the following services: wash with a foaming soap and dry with slightly damp towels (dry towels create hazing on exterior), clean wheels and rims, apply poly-sealant to the exterior of vehicle, all interior glass cleaned, vacuum interior and trunk, wipe down interior, wipe down all door and trunk jambs, tire dressing and air freshener, and blow out water from the exterior crevices and mirrors.

About Pilsen & Eighteenth Street Development Corp

The Eighteenth Street Development Corp (ESDC) promotes the diverse collection of businesses in Chicago’s vibrant Pilsen neighborhood. Pilsen is known for its outstanding lineup of Mexican restaurants, three Michelin Bib Gourmand award winners, the National Museum of Mexican Art, and Thalia Hall, a 19th-century music venue. But many visit the neighborhood solely to see its dozens of vibrant murals, which have expressed the community’s Mexican-American spirit since the 1960s. Annual events include Mole de Mayo, the Tacos y Tamales Festival, and Pilsen Fest.

Check out the ¡Bienvenidos a Pilsen! Collection Here

The Fine Print

Promotional value expires 90 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires. Supreme Service Wash includes Poly-Sealant Wax. Additional fee of $3 for a midsize SUV/van; extra $5 for a full-size SUV/van per wash.Valid only at the S. Wabash Ave. location. Limit 1 per person. May be repurchased every 30 days. Must use promotional value in 1 visit(s). Valid only for option purchased. Merchant’s standard cancellation policy applies (any fees not to exceed voucher price). Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.

About Strictly By Hand Car Wash and Detailing

The technicians at Strictly By Hand Car Wash and Detailing pamper their clients’ cars as if they are brand-new babies. All detail services begin with their most luxe wash, which is done by hand from start to finish. Detail sessions can include polishing and wax on the exterior, and shampoo and conditioning on the interior. Three wash lanes and four detail bays keep waiting to a minimum. Meanwhile, customers sit out the treatments in a comfortable lounge stocked with snacks and drinks. There, they keep an eye on their rides through windows that look directly into the wash area, and they can pick up brand new floor mats or air fresheners to reward their cars for taking a bath without throwing a tantrum.

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