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6 great Pocket alternatives for your iPhone
The Pocket app has been discontinued, but that’s not the end of the read-it-later road. Here, we’ve found six great iOS apps for all your reading needs.
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Avira Free Security for Mac review: Decent free malware protection
Most Mac security software requires a rolling annual subscription, but here is an option that is absolutely free to use.
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macOS 26 Tahoe: Complete guide to the new Mac update
Find out what new features are coming to your Mac with the macOS 26 Tahoe update – and what's in the new 26.0.1 update.Updated
Best Mac Cleaner software: Reclaim disk space with a Mac cleaner app
Speed up your Mac and improve performance with a Mac cleaning app. We review apps for deleting files and memory hogs on a Mac.
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AVG TuneUp Premium for Mac Review: Good, space saving Mac cleaner app, some bugs
Potentially excellent space cleanup program offers good performance, but is haunted by fixable UI bugs.
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I infected my Mac with malware to test Apple's free antivirus tools
Apple's security layers fight the good fight, but malware and suspect applications can still be installed if warnings are ignored.
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How to get Apple Music for free
There are ways to get Apple Music without paying, including a three-month Apple Music trial and other lengthy trials.
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In pictures: Apple Music's futuristic L.A. studio
Apple Music’s ambitious new headquarters features Spatial Audio rooms, artist lounges, and impressive radio studios.Reviews
Hollow Knight Silksong review: A gaming sequel that lives up to the hype
Few arcade games available on Mac can match the atmospheric world and fluid combat of Silksong.
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iOS 26 superguide: Everything in the iOS 26 iPhone update and what's still to come
All the features in iOS 26, which iPhones are compatible, latest version, problems, beta update, and what's to come in iOS 26.1.News
iOS 26.0.1 is out now to fix the most annoying bugs on your new iPhone
The new update fixes wireless and camera issues.News
macOS Tahoe 26.0.1 update fixes M3 Ultra Mac Studio installation
The installation seems to move along, but when the Mac restarts, it boots back into the old version of macOS. This seems to be fixed.Reviews
iBoysoft Data Recovery for Mac review: Recovers data, but it's not cheap
iBoysoft’s Data Recovery for Mac offers some excellent tools and a good user interface, there’s a price to be paid here though.
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5 Mac antivirus apps that beat Apple's built-in security
Don't skimp on security for your Mac. These are the antivirus programs Macworld editors trust to protect their own Macs and MacBooks from the latest digital security threats.
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This is how long Apple supports iPads for
Thinking of buying an older iPad? Here's how long Apple is likely to keep it running.How-To
Tired of plain blue folders? Here's how to unlock macOS Tahoe's deep customizations
Tired of the default look? You’ve got options now.News
Apple Music finally gets a swipe gesture to change tracks and I've never been happier
iOS 26.1 finally adds the quality-of-life feature I've always wanted to Apple Music.
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Norton 360 review: Solid performance on the Mac, but with some tradeoffs
Norton 360 for Mac offers solid value with fast scans and strong malware-blocking capabilities, but there are a few omissions.News
iOS 26.1 beta suggests iPhones will soon support third-party smartwatches
Code reveals 'Notification Forwarding' and new frameworks that could make iPhones play nicer with third-party wearables.News
Apple rebrands Rapid Security Responses in iOS 26.1 beta with new 'Background' updates
Background Security Improvements aim to keep iOS devices safe with silent installs and the ability to undo faulty patches.
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5 awesome Apple One perks you're probably missing out on
The service goes way beyond music, TV, and cloud storage.Updated
What happened to Launchpad in macOS Tahoe?
Apple replaces the Launchpad app with the new Apps app.News
Apple explains why your iPhone may drain faster after updating to iOS 26
After a major update like iOS 26, not everything seems to run smoothly at first, and the battery life is reduced. It's a short-term issue.
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This is how long Apple supports iPhones for
Is your iPhone too old to get security updates? Will you be able to fix your iPhone if you need to? Find out if your iPhone is supported by Apple.Macworld Podcast
Podcast: iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, Liquid Glass, and what to expect
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what to expect from iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and more.Feature
iOS 26 brings iPhone changes you might not like. Here's how to fix them
If you don't like Liquid Glass, screenshots, and Messages, you can change them back.
How-To
How to downgrade an iPhone from iOS 26 to iOS 18
We explore your options for going back to iOS 18 from iOS 26 if you don't like it – but beware, this will only work for a limited time!
Mac 911
How to change the icon of a macOS storage device
To tell different volumes and drives apart, you can paste in custom icons.
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How to downgrade macOS Tahoe to Sequoia
Regret updating to macOS Tahoe? Here's how to uninstall Tahoe and revert back to Sequoia.
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iOS compatibility: Find out the latest version your iPhone can run
What's the latest version of iOS supported on your iPhone, and can it run iOS 26?
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These incredible iOS 26 features are hiding–here's how to find them
iOS 26 is packed with changes, but some of the best updates are tucked away in Settings and apps. Here’s how to find them once you update your iPhone.
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macOS compatibility: The latest version of macOS your Mac can run
Find out if you can run macOS Tahoe on your Mac and which version of macOS is best for you with our macOS compatibility checklist.How-To
Can't read notifications in iOS 26? Here's how to reduce the Liquid Glass effect
Apple's new graphical design may make things a little difficult to see. Here's how to fix it.
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New iOS 26 iPhone ringtones ranked!
Whether you want subtle chimes or pop-inspired melodies, iOS 26’s new ringtones have you covered.How-To
How to reduce the Liquid Glass transparency effect in macOS Tahoe
If Apple's new look isn't for you, here's how to adjust it.News
Security updates released in iOS 18.7, macOS Sequoia 15.7, and Sonoma 14.8
Security update coincides with the release of iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe.Feature
These 21 macOS Tahoe icons show how much has changed
Liquid Glass isn't the only graphical change in the next version of the Mac operating system.Feature
iOS 26 brings live translation to your iPhone: Here's where to find it
Live translation runs on device, and can translate text and speech across several apps.
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Latest macOS versions: A complete list of every macOS and Mac OS X release
Here's everything you need to know about the latest version of macOS and every version of the Mac operating system from Cheetah to Tahoe.
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iOS 26 is here! These are the top 7 features to try first
There's a lot to see on your iPhone after updating to iOS 26, and these are the main new features you should try.Updated
iOS 26 is available now with a dramatic new design and lots of new features
iOS 26 has been released. Time to update your iPhone!
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iOS versions: Every version of iOS from the oldest to the latest
Find out which versions of iOS are still supported and when each version launched.
How-To
How to update iOS on your iPhone
The steps you need to take to update iOS on iPhone and what to do if you encounter problems updating or installing iOS 26 on your iPhone.
How-To
How to install macOS Tahoe on your Mac
Follow these steps to download and install Tahoe on your Mac, including what to do if you can't update.
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iOS 26 vs iOS 18: What’s different, what's new, and should you update?
iOS 26 will be here soon, before you decide whether and when to update, find out how it compares to iOS 18.
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macOS Tahoe vs macOS Sequoia: What’s different and what's new?
macOS Tahoe arrives on Monday September 15. Before you decide whether and when to update, find out how it compares to macOS Sequoia.
How-To
How to get your Mac ready for macOS Tahoe
macOS Tahoe will be available on September 15, if you want to get the latest version of macOS start preparing your Mac for Tahoe now!
How-To
Apple Intelligence: The ultimate guide to using Apple's AI tools on your iPhone
Apple Intelligence brings Al superpowers to your iPhone. Here's how to make use of Apple's artificial intelligence tools and features in iOS.
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Every new Apple product coming in 2025 (and beyond)
Apple has lots of new products planned – here's what's rumored right now.
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