Due to a patent dispute with another California tech company, the International Trade Commission ruled that Apple had to stop sales of its Series 9 and Ultra 2 smartwatches until a resolution is reached. The company was forced to halt online sales this Thursday, and in-store sales on December 24th. So, if you’re planning to give one of these watches as a gift, it’s a good idea to scoop one up before they’re gone.
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Gear Up For Dry Jan

Pick up a six-pack of ‘Free AF’ non-alcoholic cocktails ($24). You’ll receive an assortment that could include the brand’s Apero Spritz, Cuba Libre, Vodka Spritz, Cucumber G&T or Paloma. Perfect for those holiday parties where you want to be festive, but you don’t want to drink alcohol – and just in time for Dry January. Plus, each drink is infused with a proprietary botanical extract that’s said to ‘mimic the pleasant warmth of alcohol.’