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HomePod (2nd-gen) review: The song remains the same
Siri remains a bitterly sore point for an otherwise attractive smart speaker that's now less dominated by bass.
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2023 MacBook Pro vs. 2021 MacBook Pro: Speed, screens, and storage
This article looks at the differences between the M2 Pro/Max and M1 Pro/Max versions of the MacBook Pro to help you understand what you're getting when you make the investment.
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HomePod vs HomePod mini: Small size or big sound?
Apple is once again selling a larger HomePod alongside its mini model. Here's how the two speakers stack up against each other.
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M2 Mac mini vs M2 Pro Mac mini: Is the high-end model really worth twice as much?
Apple has updated the Mac mini with new M2 and M2 Pro chips. Here's what you need to know to decide which one to buy.
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Apple's M2 Pro Mac mini upgrade pricing makes no sense next to the Mac Studio
The same $1,999 gets you either an M2 Pro or M1 Max chip with identical RAM and storage.
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Macworld Podcast: A deep dive into the new Macs
Appleu2019s new M2 Pro is here and weu2019ve had our hands on it. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the new chip, our experiences with the new Macs, and whether you should run out and buy them.
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Mac mini (M2 Pro) review
Yet another Intel-based Mac is no more, and while the M2 Pro is great, the price isn't right.
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16-inch MacBook Pro (M2 Pro) review
The new M2 Pro offers a nice performance boost over the M1 Pro. On top of that, the new MacBook Pro brings a much-needed upgrade for HDMI and futureproofing with the new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chips.
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Avira Free Security for Mac review
The free version of Avira’s security software provides protection against unwanted software activity, plus a VPN and other tools.
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AVG AntiVirus for Mac review: Basic but solid protection for free
AVG AntiVirus for Mac offers free protection that covers just the basics. It's a good free option.
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Pelican Protector Sticker Mount Case for AirTag review
If you want a near-permanently adhered AirTag case that doesn’t hide itself and is easy to swap an AirTag in and out of, pick the vibrant orange Protection Sticker Mount.
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Moment Curved Surface Mount and Hard Shell Mount for AirTags review
Moment’s AirTag cases use an adhesive to seal an AirTag onto luggage, sports equipment, or anything with a small flat area.
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iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 14 Pro
The iPhone 14 Pro is hard to get hold of right now. We examine the differences to find out whether the iPhone 14 Pro is worth the wait, and the extra money.
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ElevationLab TagVault: Surface review
A tough, waterproof case for any surface that still allows an easy AirTag battery swap.
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iPhone SE (2022) vs iPhone 13
Looking to get a new iPhone but don't want to spend a fortune? Find out how the iPhone SE compares to the iPhone 13 and whether it's worth spending more on the iPhone 13.
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Apple Watch SE vs SE 2
There's not much different with Apple's new entry level watch, but it's cheaper than ever.
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iPhone 14 vs iPhone 13: Is the newest iPhone worth an extra $100?
The choice between the newest iPhone and last year's model isn't as clear as it usually is.
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Apple Watch Series 8 vs SE 2: Get more or pay less?
Which Apple Watch should you buy for your wrist?
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Apple TV 4K (2022) review
Most of the improvements to the 3rd-gen Apple TV 4K will go unnoticed, but the new lower price won't.
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10th-gen iPad vs. iPad Air
The new iPad has a lot in common with the iPad Air. Is the latter worth its higher price?
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iPad (10th gen) review
Apple's newest tablet is too expensive to be a budget option and too limited for mid-market buyers.
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PowerPhotos 2 review
This major update to a third-party Photos library manager improves de-duplication and export options while preserving its power as a complementary app.
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Knog Scout review:
Knog tries to put the best of both worlds in its Scout, offering crowdsourced Find My tracking and an anti-theft/theft-deterrence system.
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iPad Air (2022) vs 9th gen iPad (2021)
The iPad Air has been updated to include the M1 processor. But does the high price mean you'd be better off with the cheapest iPad instead? We compare the 9th gen iPad with the iPad Air.
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DuckDuckGo's Mac browser still needs work
The beta of the privacy-minded browser includes a few nice features, but lack of plug-in support or browser sync makes it hard to recommend yet.
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Apple Watch Ultra (2022) review: Nearly perfect niche
Apple's Garmin killer has its downsides, but those who actually need a chunky action watch won't be disappointed.
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M2 iPad Pro vs M1 iPad Pro
The new iPad Pro has been upgraded to the M2 processor, but that's not why you should buy one.
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Ugreen CM335 USB RAID box review
UGreen's CM335, dual-bay RAID box is fast (with top-quality cables), easy to configure, and affordable.
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Logitech Brio 500 review: A good upgrade for an older Mac's webcam
Owners of the latest Macs won't see much of a difference, but older Macs will get a nice boost in video quality.
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Apple Watch Series 8 review: Still excellent
Very little has changed since last year, but this remains the smartwatch to beat.
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AirPods Pro 2022 review
The new second-generation AirPods Pro look and feel nearly identical to the old model, but deliver a surprising leap in quality and features.
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iPhone 14 (2022) review: Is good enough good enough?
The iPhone 14 doesn't have the Dynamic Island or an always-on display, but it has just enough to make upgrading worthwhile.
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iPhone 14 Pro Max review: Battery champ (for now)
You get more iPhone for your money with the iPhone 14 Pro Max–specifically, you get a lot more battery and a lot more display.
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iPhone 14 Pro (2022) review: A glimpse at the future
More than just faster with a better camera—the iPhone 14 Pro's unique features change the way you use your iPhone.
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Alogic Clarity 27-inch 4K Monitor review
This 4K UHD display is an affordable alternative to Apple Studio Display – an in some ways it's superior.
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RiotPWR Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller for iOS review: Wires for the win
Whether you're streaming games with Xbox cloud gaming or playing other controller-based games on your iPhone, RiotPWR's solution gets the job done well.
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Pebblebee Clip review
This compact tracker with a built-in keyring mount has several advantages, including choosing whether to use the Find My network or a personal proximity app.
Mac Gems
Rocket review: Blast your way through the difficulty of inserting emoji on a Mac
This simple app acts as a bridge between the delight of using emoji and the convoluted access to them outside of specific apps and websites.
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Focusrite Vocaster Two Studio review
Focusrite has designed this pod/video-casting kit to makes sense to the budding content creator. The audio interface and mic are surprisingly high quality, and the design metaphor is bang on.
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MacBook Air vs iMac
The 24-inch iMac and MacBook Air are worlds apart: the MacBook Air is the cheapest and has the most powerful chips, but the iMac does offers some benefits. Which one is best for you?
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Pebblebee Card review: Compact card-shaped tracker for the Find My network
The card-sized item can slip into a wallet or a pocket in a bag or purse, and offers a rechargeable battery and an option to use proximity-only tracking.
Mac Gems
TG Pro review
Apple has dozens of thermometers and fan tachometers that TG Pro exposes for monitoring and warnings.
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Mac Gems: Paste review
The Paste app provides easy access to days, months, or an infinite well of what you’ve ever put on the clipboard.
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Moom review
Quick, precise window resizing paired with snapshots of your app window layouts offer both precision and recall.
Macworld Podcast
Macworld Podcast: Is the new M2 MacBook Air worth the money?
Apple has done a major update to its popular MacBook Air laptop, and we got our hands on one. Is the MacBook Air reaching new heights? Or does it leave us yearning for the old Air?
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TagVault: Wallet review
This case, in two widths, offers the least amount of material possible to provide a good wallet fit.
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