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Mac gems: PeakHour
This menu bar utility taps router statistics and monitors Internet lag in addition to reporting Mac-based network activity.Best Picks
Which Mac laptop should you buy?
Apple offers a wide variety of laptops. Hereu2019s what you need to know to pick the right one.Mac Gems
Front and Center review
A tiny utility cuts through the constant friction some users experience with window layering in the modern macOS Finder.Best Picks
The Best Beats Headphones For 2022
With many pairs to choose from, we review and rank Beats headphonesMac Gems
MacUpdater review
The simple app rests on top of a constantly updated database that lets it inform you of the newest versions of everything you use.Mac Gems
LaunchBar review
LaunchBar puts apps, music, calculations, search, Google results, clipboards, and much of the Finder into a single versatile bar.Reviews
iMac G4 review: Bold system avoids the sophomore slump
The iMac G4 is nothing short of a triumph.Mac Gems
Mac Gems: PCalc
It’s somewhere between nostalgia, a simulation, a vital tool for calculation, and tomfoolery.Mac Gems
Keyboard Maestro review
If you find yourself doing the same things over and over on your Mac's keyboard, you owe it to yourself to try Keyboard Maestro.Best Picks
Best Apple tech gifts for Christmas 2021
We've put together a festive guide to the best Apple and Apple-compatible presents for the tech fan in your life.Mac Gems
USB Overdrive review: A quick fix for your Mac's mouse troubles
For over two decades, USB Overdrive has filled in the gaps for input devices on a Mac.Best Picks
24-inch M1 iMac buying guide
Apple offers three versions of its new 24-inch iMac and they have very different feature sets. Here's our guide to help you buy the one you need.Mac Gems
BetterTouchTool review
Your mouse, trackpad, Touch Bar, keyboard, and more can be enhanced with actions far beyond those Apple included.Reviews
MacBook Pro (Intel) vs MacBook Pro (M1 Pro/Max)
Eager to upgrade your old 16in MacBook Pro for a new one? Here is the comparison that will help you make the decision.Reviews
14in MacBook Pro with M1 Pro review: Just what we wanted
This new MacBook Pro is expensive, but you get a lot of computer and performance for the money. We can learn to live with a notch.Best Picks
The best free VPN for Mac
If you can live with their limitations, these free VPNs might save you paying for oneMac Gems
Amphetamine review
From simple choices to complex triggers, you can ensure your Mac is awake for important tasks.Reviews
StarTech USB 3.0 to HDMI Adapter review: Add displays to M1 Macs and Intel models
Plug in a USB 3 adapter to an HDMI monitor output and install a driver, and you suddenly have an extra display beyond system specs.More Color
Is the MacBook Pro overkill?
The two new chips for the MacBook Pro are closely related, and depending on the kind of work you do, the extra power of the M1 Max might not be worth the extra price.Mac Gems
SpamSieve 2.9 review
Spam will never go away and the decades-old SpamSieve remains an important line of defense.Reviews
14-inch MacBook Pro (M1 Pro) review
If this were just about the processor, the new MacBook Pro would be a big story. But there's a lot more to this laptop from the inside and out.Mac Gems
Default Folder X review
No Mac utility will save you more time and frustration in overcoming major macOS navigation omissions.Reviews
14in MacBook Pro vs 16in MacBook Pro (2021)
There are two new MacBook Pro with a choice of M1 Pro or M1 Max. How are they different and which offers the best value for money?Updated
Buying a new Mac? STOP and read this first!
Things are happening with Apple's Macs. Let's take a look at what Macs you should think twice about before buying.Mac Gems
Bartender 4 review: It's like adding a second macOS menu bar
Reduce the clutter on your menu bar—no virtual screwdriver required—with Bartender, which lets you organize and hide menu icons.Mac Gems
iStat Menus review
Monitor your Mac’s health, performance, network transfers, and even the weather with click and drop with iStat Menus.Mac Gems
Mactracker review: One stop for all your Apple tech spec needs
An oldie and a still goodie, Ian Page’s free MacTracker app delivers the details for every Apple thing you own.Reviews
13in MacBook Pro M1 2020 review
Benchmarks tell us a lot, but how does the M1 MacBook Pro perform in practice?Reviews
24in iMac (2021) review: power and performance for home use
The new colourful 24in iMac is bigger, brighter and better, but is it the right Mac for you?Reviews
24-inch iMac review
With the new 24-inch iMac, Apple succeeds in making the iMac exciting again. It's a cutting-edge desktop computer that looks fantastic in any setting.Reviews
Mac mini M1 2020 review: the best M1 Mac
Of all the M1 Macs introduced in November 2020 the Mac mini is the one most able to take advantage of the M1.Reviews
Mac mini vs iMac
Looking for a desktop Mac? We explain the difference between Mac mini and iMac, including price, features and specsReviews
MacKeeper 5 review
MacKeeper 5 combines security and performance optimising tools to keep your Mac safe.Reviews
24in iMac vs old 21.5in iMac: New and old iMacs compared
Is the new iMac better than the old one? We compare the 24in M1 iMac with the 21.5in iMac and explain what the difference is.Reviews
Art Text 4 review: Typography Mac app adds new creative design options
Perfect for websites, company logos, social media, or postcard greetings, Art Text 4 offers all the tools necessary to create lettering and typography graphics, text mockups, social media posts, artistic text effects, and more.Reviews
MacBook Air M1 2020 review
The M1 MacBook Air brings all the benefits of the M1 Chip, amazing battery life and other improvements. There are omissions thoughReviews
ExpressVPN for Mac review
One of the most comprehensive VPN services you can buy, but also one of the most expensiveReviews
13in MacBook Pro (M1) vs MacBook Pro (Intel)
How do the new M1-powered 13in MacBook Pros compare to the ones they replace – and the 2.0GHz models that are still on sale?Reviews
M1 Mac mini review: The Mac with the best ever bang for your buck
Appleu's M1 SoC makes this desktop Mac a great value.Reviews
13-inch MacBook Pro M1 review: Amazing breakthroughs in processing and battery performance
The low-end MacBook Pro offers remarkable speed and battery life, bringing excitement back to the Mac lineup.Reviews
MacBook Air M1 review: An absolutely stunning debut for Apple silicon in a Mac
It may be nothing more a processor change, but what a processor!Reviews
Mac mini (M1) vs Mac mini (Intel)
Apple brings its new M1 silicon to the Mac mini. We see how it compares to the Intel Mac mini models it replacesReviews
New MacBook Air (M1 Silicon) vs MacBook Air (Intel)
Apple updates the MacBook Air with the new M1 processor. We see how it comapres to the Intel-based MacBook Air (2020)Reviews
Audio Design Desk review: Make impressive video soundtracks without breaking your budget
Whether for social media videos, independent feature films, or anything in-between, Audio Design Desk makes it fast, easy, and fun to build an impressive soundtrack.Reviews
27-inch iMac 2020 review: The latest Intel iMac leaves a lasting impression
The 2020 27-inch iMac is built to be a top performer, with a processing boost, SSD storage, and updated graphics. It has other features to take into consideration, but the emphasis is on speed.Reviews
iMac Pro vs Mac Pro
Do you need an iMac or a Mac Pro? Discover the difference between Mac Pro and iMac Pro in our comparison of Apple's ultimate MacsReviews
OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock review
12- or 14-port Thunderbolt 3 docking station to rival Caldigit TS3 PlusReviews
Sabrent HB-SIMC Thunderbolt 3 Hub review: The front iMac ports you’ve always wanted
Sabrent's HB-SIMC port extender marries with the look and feel of the iMac while making USB and card slot access far easierReviews