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Mac 911
Why iCloud Keychain asks for an old device's password–and why you don't need to worry
iCloud Keychain relies on a special method of ensuring you’re who you claim to be that can be bewildering when formerly owned hardware pops up.
News
Your Mac screen could one day act as a smart display
Apple working on a display with an Apple silicon chip and the ability to emulate the iPhone's new StandBy feature, Mark Gurman claims.
News
Next generation of AirPods will focus on high-end health, hearing features
Along with a switch to USB-C, Apple's earbuds will gain a temperature sensor, according to a new report.
Best Picks
Best Mac for music production
Wondering which Mac to get for making music? We compare the current offerings from Apple
Apple Breakfast
If Apple is worth $3 trillion, why does it keep nickel and diming us?
Strapped for cash: All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
Mac 911
How to remove or change the phone number linked to your Apple ID
You might have a number that should no longer be associated with two-factor authentication on your account. Here's how to remove it.
Best Deals
Best HomePod deals
HomePod discounts are few and far between, but if anyone is discounting Apple's Siri-powered speaker you will find the details here.
Updated
The best Apple TV deals right now
You can find great prices on the Apple TV if you know where to look.
Deal
Amazon has slashed prices on every MacBook Air and Pro ahead of Prime Day
Take up to $200 off any M1 or M2 model.
How-To
How to get Photoshop for Mac for free!
Want to install Photoshop on your Mac? We'll show you how to get the full version, save money, or even get Photoshop for free!
Best Picks
Best free Mac photo editors
Looking for an alternative to Photos, Apple's free photo editor and image library app? Here are some completely free Mac photo editors that you can use to Photoshop your photos for free.
News
Here's everything Apple is planning to release in July
With WWDC in the rear view mirror and several months until the September iPhone event, July is all about software and services.
Mac 911
How to stop your Mac from sleeping when you didn't think it would
Ventura scattered settings that may lead your Mac to sleep when you thought it would be awake.
Deal
Skip Prime Day and save $320 on this brand-new Apple Watch right now
Amazon is selling the stainless steel 45mm Apple Watch Series 7 for just $420.
Reviews
MacBook Air M1 vs M2
The 2022 MacBook Air has a better chip, bigger display and new design, but is it worth spending more while the M1 version is still on sale?
News
Visual Look Up is getting a lot more useful in iOS 17
Food and laundry labels have been added to the objects your iPhone will be able to recognize and interpret.
News Analysis
There might be a very long wait until the next new Mac
The next new Apple computer might not arrive until 2024.
How-To
How to restore an iPhone from a backup
Here's how to restore an old iPhone to a new iPhone, recover data from a backup, or go back to an older version of iOS by wiping your iPhone and restoring from a backup.
Best Picks
Best pencil or stylus for iPad, iPad Air, Pro and mini
The best iPad styluses for drawing, designing and note-taking.
Mac 911
How to find a parked car's location on iPhone
The iPhone can automatically drop a pin in Apple Maps when parking your car. But there are a few settings you need to adjust to make this work.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: watchOS 10, tvOS 17, and how widgets change everything
The Apple Watch is getting its first major revamp. Can FaceTime spur Apple TV hardware sales? Plus the fundamental change coming to all of Apple’s operating systems, all in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
Best Picks
The best iPad stands for 2023
There's an iPad stand for everyone, whether you want a recipe holder for the kitchen or a second screen at work
News
Apple Vision Pro's Velcro comfort strap might cost extra
If you plan to watch movies with Apple's new headset, a simple strap that goes across the top of your head might be optional acessory.
News
Apple bags Stardew Valley in coup for Apple Arcade
Hugely popular casual farming RPG will arrive on subscription service on July 21.
Reviews
15-inch MacBook Air vs 14-inch MacBook Pro: More screen or more power?
Apple has upgraded the MacBook Air with a bigger screen, but is it enough to beat the 14-inch MacBook Pro?
Stay Foolish
iOS 17 is finally tapping into the iPhone 6's full potential
The NameDrop feature is a long-overdue but welcome expansion of the NFC chip.
News
Apple is working on a ton of new products
iPhones, Macs, iPads, and smart displays are all in the works.
How-To
iCloud storage plans
In our guide to iCloud subscriptions and pricing we explain which is the right one for you, along with how to upgrade or downgrade your iCloud storage.
Best Picks
Best iPhone chargers
Apple isn't supplying a power adapter with new iPhones anymore, so we've rounded up our favorite ones.
Best Picks
Best photo editing software for Mac 2023
We evaluate the photo editing apps used by professional photographers including Photoshop, Pixelmator, Photomator, Affinity Photo and others.
The Macalope
Does anyone actually enjoy working at Apple?
From retail workers to former executives, it seems like everyone who works at Apple has a problem.
Reviews
Affinity Photo Review – Affordable Photoshop alternative
The powerful image editing software does not require a subscription. But that is not its only advantage.
Updated
Pixelmator Pro review: An affordable alternative for pro Photoshop users
Pixelmator Pro, now in version 3.3, is a professional image editor that is an affordable alternative to Photoshop. Our full review is updated for 2023.
Best Picks
The best USB-C charger for your MacBook Air or Pro
Apple's power adapters are great but there are alternatives.
News
The next Apple Watch Ultra might arrive sooner than we thought
The expectation that the premium model would be updated less frequently may have been mistaken.
Best Picks
The best external hard drives for your Mac
Want a hard drive to use for Time Machine or to backup your Mac? Need more storage but don't want to pay a fortune? Here are our picks.
News
Apple is planning to launch its biggest iMac ever
Bloomberg report claims that Apple hasn’t given up on a larger iMac.
Apple Breakfast
Siri's a disaster, and it feels like Apple doesn't care
The one thing we wanted at WWDC: All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
How-To
How to use Live Text and Visual Look Up in macOS
Live Text allows you to use the text in an image. Here’s a look at how Live Text works on the Mac.
More Color
Sorry Apple, most people will never use any of iOS 17's new features
How can Apple get typical iPhone users to discover new features on a device they know so well?
How-To
How to change the cursor color on your Mac
Change the color of the Mac cursor to make it easier to find or to reflect your personality.
News
Apple may switch A17 production to a cheaper 3nm process next year
Don't worry, the slight change likely won't be noticeable.
News
Reading this on an Apple device? Update it now
Apple pushes critical security updates that shut down 'Operation Trangulation' and the TriangleDB attack.
Deal
Take $1,600 off the MacBook Pro in this incredible clearance sale
B&H is selling the top-of-the-line M1 Max model with 4TB of storage and 64GB of RAM for $3,199.
How-To
How to put an iPhone into recovery mode and return to factory settings
We demonstrate how to put an iPhone into recovery mode: a handy way of removing a beta or wiping a faulty iPhone and starting again.
Mac 911
How to check your Mac's internal temperature and keep it cool
When the weather heats up, you need to pay attention to the heat your Mac creates.
Feature
Every Apple chip compared
Boom goes the benchmarks! Let's take a look at the current processors in the iPhone, iPad, and Mac lineup to see how each performs.
News
Apple's first visionOS beta outlines 13 VR 'Environments,' app limitations
Vision Pro headset gets its very first operating system as Apple fans and developers get their first glimpse of the mixed-reality future.
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