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macOS 26 Tahoe Beta: Latest beta and how to get it
Try out new macOS features before anyone else! Download and install the macOS beta, developer and pubic versions.
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iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro: Key differences compared
Whether you are considering a generational upgrade, or looking at buying a refurbished iPhone 16 Pro, we outline the differences.
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Code leak hints at long-overdue upgrade for one of Apple's highest-priced products
At long last, Apple's $4,999 Pro Display XDR monitor will reportedly catch up with the $1,599 Studio Display.
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Forget the M5, Apple's other rumored fall upgrades will be far more exciting
They might not make headlines, but Apple has some rumored announcements that will be much more interesting than a new chip.
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A love letter to the loss of Launchpad on my Mac
I took advantage of you. Now you're gone, and I'm at a loss.
The Macalope
Tired of ads on your Echo Show? Buy a HomePod
Amazon turns up the volume on ads as its smart speaker strategy flops.
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Inzoi review: A breath of fresh air for life sims on the Mac
Inzoi is shaking up life simulators–ambitious, modern, and unusually early to play on the Mac.
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Apple TV+ is getting a surprising rebrand—see the new logo here
Apple quietly drops the “+” from its streaming service as part of a rebranding effort.
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iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16: The differences are astonishing
There is no reason to choose an iPhone 16 over the iPhone 17, unless you really want a pink iPhone.
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Troubadour Apex 4.0 laptop backpack review: Smart bag with clever compartments
This premium laptop backpack is chic and stylish and has three major sections that host 10 cleverly designed pockets and enclosures.
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Report: Apple may announce 3 new products this week
New M5 iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro are reportedly set to launch, while HomePod mini, AirTag, and Apple TV 4K updates could also arrive.
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The Apple Watch upgrade cycle is more trick than treat
The continuing success of the Apple Watch shows how good Apple is at selling tiny upgrades.
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CleanMyMac review: Veteran Mac cleaner updated for 2025
CleanMacMac can simplify Mac maintenance tasks for you and help to keep your Mac fighting fit.
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If you find an Apple vulnerability, you could walk away with $2M
Apple doubles the top award in its Security Bounty program to take down "sophisticated" hackers.
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There are loads of A-list games to play on the Mac! These are the best
All these games are available to play on your Mac, from blockbuster RPGs to racing, shooting games to puzzles. These are the best games for Mac.
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Best VPNs deals: Cheapest VPN for Mac, iPhone or iPad
Unlock regional content and get improved privacy and security with a VPN. Here are the best deals for the cheapest VPN services.
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Best cheap antivirus deals for Mac
Looking for cheap antivirus security software to protect your data and identity? Here are the best antivirus deals and the best free antivirus options in U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia.Sponsored
Wondershare Recoverit V14: Industry-Leading AI Data Recovery
Wondershare has updated its Recoverit software with powerful new AI-tools that make it easier than ever to retrieve lost dataSponsored
Wondershare PDFelement: The smart alternative to Adobe Acrobat
Wondershare has given PDFelement a huge upgrade, with new AI tools that speed up and simplify how you work with PDFs
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Apple pokes fun at Windows PCs in 'The Underdogs: BSOD'
Apple released a new ad where a serious Windows error occurs in the middle of a sales promotion.
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The best mouse and trackpad for your Mac or MacBook
Here are the best Mac mice, including Apple's Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, and some great alternatives.
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Razer Thunderbolt 5 Dock review: Who knew high-end expansion could look so good?
The Razer Thunderbolt 5 Dock proves that you can pair great desktop expansion with sleek looks that fit right in with the Mac design aesthetic.
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New report reveals key details of iPhone Fold design
Aluminum/titanium hybrid frame could deliver best qualities of each material.
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My favorite iOS 26 feature has banished spam callers once and for all
Call Screening puts up a brick wall between spammers and your iPhone, ending nuisance calls forever. It’s easily one of the best features in the iOS 26 update.
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Siri changed the world 14 years ago. Can it do it again?
The company has been struggling to make Siri better for more than a decade now, but now the pressure's on.
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Podcast: What's going on with the MacBook lineup?
Apple is expected to update the MacBook Pro soon. What can we expect? And is Apple really doing a new, cheap MacBook? All this and more in this episode of the MAcworld Podcast.
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Apple issues mystery AirPods firmware 8A358 update ahead of iOS 26.1
There are no details on what the firmware does, but it's available for all models with the H2 chip.
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The best external hard drives for your Mac
Need more storage for your Mac or a hard drive to backup to? Here are our picks of the best hard drives we've reviewed.
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The Apple AirPlay speakers we recommend for music streaming
If you want a speaker to use with your iPhone, Mac, or to stream Apple Music (or another service) wirelessly, these are the best options.
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Grab these top U.K. Amazon Prime Day deals on Apple kit before it's too late!
Save money on new AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad or Mac with these U.K. Prime Day deals.
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Revealed: The tiny 20-byte patch that solved Apple’s most infamous iPhone scandal
More than a decade later, a reverse-engineered look at iOS 4.0.1 shows how Apple recalibrated signal bars without needing to change the iPhone 4 design.
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Grab a iPad deal in Amazon’s October Prime Day sale – ending at midnight
Here are the best deals on Apple’s iPads we're seeing in Amazon’s sale.
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Don't miss these Apple AirPods deals in the October Prime Day sale: ending at midnight
We'll track the deals so you can save big on a new pair of Apple AirPods, earbuds or headphones.
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9 tips to unlock your iPhone 17 Pro's full powers
Apple’s highest-end smartphone packs a ton of tools for power users.
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October Prime Day sale ends today: Don't miss these Apple Watch deals
Here are the best Apple Watch discounts we're tracking in Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days.
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October Prime Day ends today: Don't miss these Amazon Mac & MacBook deals
Amazon's second Prime Day sale has fantastic deals on Apple computers. Save money on a new MacBook or Mac.
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October Prime Day ends today: Don't miss these Amazon deals on Apple gear
Grab a serious Apple Prime Day discount on lots of Apple products including iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and more.
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Best USB-C and Thunderbolt charging cables for iPhone, iPad and Mac
There are more USB-C options on offer than just those sold by Apple
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Apple Watch Activity badges: World Mental Health Day challenge on October 10
Trying to grab every Activity badge? Here's a full list of the achievements and what you need to do to get them.
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Best earbuds for iPhone: iPhone compatible earbuds sound checked
These are the best iPhone compatible earbuds.
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M5 Pro and Max MacBook Pros face delays (but will be worth the wait)
The reason why the M5 Pro and Max MacBook Pro won't be released until 2026 is kinda cool.
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Best external SSD for Mac: expand your Mac storage
An external SSD can expand storage on your Mac or MacBook and add some serious speed. Here are the best SSD drives for your Mac.
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The best Mac keyboards on sale right now
We compare Apple's Magic Keyboard with the best keyboards for Mac.Feature
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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The M5 MacBook Pro could be coming as soon as next week
M5 chips expected to be unveiled from Monday or Tuesday, as shipping delays point to imminent update.
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Best U.K. iPhone 16, 16e, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max deals
Here's where to buy the iPhone 16, 16e, 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max if you want the best deals and discounts in the U.K.
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Siri suddenly has a whole lot of company in being terribly late
It turns out that doing something in AI that's genuinely better is very hard.
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Best USB-C hubs and adapters for Mac 2025
Add extra ports to your Mac with a USB-C hub or adapter. Here are the best.
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