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First details emerge of next year's M5 MacBooks
Analyst predicts new camera module… and appears to suggest in passing that M5 could arrive earlier than expected.
How-To
How to protect your Mac from malware and theft
While virus outbreaks on Macs are very rare you could still be targeted. Here's what you should do to stay safe.
Reviews
Ugreen 48000mAh Portable Power Bank review
High-capacity but still compact and portable laptop power bank.
How-To
How to factory reset a MacBook or Mac: Reset a Mac to factory settings
Need to erase your MacBook? Want to wipe a Mac and reinstall macOS before selling? Here's how to erase a Mac – including the methods for new and old Macs.
How-To
How to clean install macOS on your Mac
Speed up your Mac and rid it of problems by reformatting it before doing a clean install of macOS Sonoma.
Deal
Amazon has slashed the M3 MacBook Pro by up to $700 in this insane Prime Day deal
Amazon is slashing $500 off every model for the first time ever.
News
It's not just iPhones: Apple users are holding on to their Macs longer than ever
Increased durability and a lack of innovation are cited as reasons for the slowing upgrade cycle.
Deal
The M3 MacBook Air drops to its new best price ever ahead of Prime Day
The MacBook Air M3 is $899 at Amazon.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Your hot takes on Vision Pro, thin MacBooks, and iPads being iPads
You have thoughts about the world of Apple, and we’re going to talk about them on the show! It’s going to be a good one, so tune into the Macworld Podcast!
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How secure is a Mac and are Macs really more secure than Windows?
Macs are safer than PCs, but how much more secure are Macs, and what should you do to protect yourself? We run all the ways Apple keeps you safe.
Deal
This M1 MacBook Air deal is too dang good to refuse
$649 for a M-series laptop that can run Apple Intelligence? Oh yeah.
Opinion
What the Apple Vision Pro really means for Mac users
Can Apple's next-gen headset really augment the Mac in a meaningful way?
Deal
The M3 Pro MacBook Pro with 18GB of RAM is a sparkling $300 off right now
You can get the M3 Pro MacBook Pro with 18GB of RAM for $1,699 at Amazon
Reviews
Samsung ViewFinity S65TC review
There are wide screens and then there is Samsung's 34-inch Viewfinity S65TC.
Reviews
BenQ beCreatus DP1310 review
A pretty, high-performance dock for mixing Macs and games consoles
Deal
Apple's iconic M3 iMac is $150 off right now
You can snatch the iMac M3 for as low as $1,150 at Amazon right now.
Mac 911
Should you shut down your Mac when away for long periods?
With modern Macs and batteries, it shouldn't matter, but be aware of backups.
Opinion
Why I can't wait to switch to a thinner MacBook Pro
"Thinness" is now a Pro characteristic Apple wants to use to separate itself in the competitive laptop market.
Reviews
HP OfficeJet 8122e (Pro) review
Conventional all-in-one printer, with a built-in scanner and copier functions that will suit home workers.
News
Thin is in! Apple plans to slim down all of its products to match the iPad Pro
"Significantly skinnier" iPhone on the way, along with slimmed-down versions of the MacBook Pro and Apple Watch.
Feature
These are the remaining Intel Macs that can run macOS Sequoia
Intel isn't completely cut off from the next Mac operating system, but not all the features will work.
Updated
Check out the deals in Apple's Certified Refurbished Store
Want a new Apple device but don't want to shell out for a full-priced Mac, iPhone, iPad or Watch? Consider a refurbished model instead.
Deal
Get ready for Apple Intelligence with an M3 MacBook Air for an insane $899
Discounts such as this one for the MacBook Air M3 are super rare, so make the most of it.
News
Apple just sent a bunch of devices into obsolescence
Check your devices before you get too excited.
Updated
WWDC 2024: Everything you need to know before the big show
What you need to know about Apple's WWDC 2024 including date and time, rumors, how to watch the keynote, and the expected product and software updates.
How-To
How to watch Apple's WWDC 2024 keynote live
Apple will discuss new versions of macOS, iOS, iPadOS and more at the WWDC 2024 keynote on June 10. Here's how to watch the Apple Event, plus what time it will start.
Mac 911
'Show Sidebar' option turned off in the Finder? Here's how to bring it back to macOS
Apple links two settings together, which can prevent you from revealing the Finder window sidebar.
Opinion
Apple's biggest keynote in years will still feel empty
Why? Because there won't be any new Macs.
Reviews
StarTech.com Laptop Privacy Screens review: Stop lookie-loos in their tracks
Screen overlay distorts the view at different angles.
Deal
Whoa, the MacBook Air M2 is down to $829
It's rare to see the MacBook Book available for such a great price
Sponsored
5 great options for buying refurbished Macs in the UK
Buying a refurb Mac can seem like an intimidating challenge. But don’t worry: we’ve got all the info you need!
News
Apple set to disappoint fans with hardware-free WWDC
Apple's slow hardware year set to continue, as it focuses on AI developments instead.
Feature
Best place to buy a refurbished MacBook or Mac
Save money by buying refurbished–we have details of the best places to buy certified refurbished Macs and MacBooks.
News
Settings, Control Center updates coming this fall
Settings will get a 'cleaner layout' that's easier to use.
Mac 911
How to avoid force ejecting mounted volumes in macOS
Sometimes, an external drive, disk image, or other mounted volume refuses to leave macOS of its own free will.
How-To
How to join Apple’s beta program and test the new software coming at WWDC
Beta testers can try out pre-release versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS & tvOS. Here's how Apple's beta program works.
Reviews
Dell U2723QE review
Suitable monitors for the Mac are not so easy to find. With the U2723QE, Dell presents a model that goes well with Macs.
Mac 911
How to recover deleted notes in the Notes app
There’s an easy way and a hard way to recover lost entries in the Notes app for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.
News
Apple's AI emoji feature will spice up your chats
Get ready for ‘custom emojis on the fly' in iOS 18 and macOS 15.
Reviews
Logitech Wave Keys review
Apple once had a nice clacking mechanical keyboard, but those days are long gone. If you want a modern alternative, Logitech has the Wave Keys.
News
OLED displays may be coming to the MacBook Pro sooner than later
Apple's laptop will follow the path of this year's iPad Pro.
Deal
A blast from Apple’s past is on sale for just $60
Grab a USB SuperDrive External Optical Drive for $20 off.
News
We could be less than two years away from the first large-screen folding MacBook
But get ready to pay a very high price to be the first to own one.
Mac 911
How to fix your mail host refusing to send email from your address
A mail host may prevent you from sending messages it doesn’t think you have permission to send from.
News
Yay! Systems Settings will get an interface tune-up in macOS 15
In addition, 'Apple ID' is changing its name to 'Apple Account.'
Opinion
9-core vs. 10-core M4
Here's what you get when you spend more on that new iPad Pro. And what could an M4 Mac look like?
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2025
Technology is all about what’s coming next, and in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’re talking about what we can see from Apple in 2025
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