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Mac 911
How to get ready for Messages by satellite and go off the grid
Apple’s support in iOS 18 for sending texts and iMessage by satellite can require prep.
Reviews
Scuf Nomad review
The Scuf Nomad is a compact Bluetooth controller for the iPhone that also works with iPads, Macs, and some Android devices.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What you should know about iOS 18.1, Apple Intelligence, and more
Apple is set to release iOS 18.1 next week, and with it comes Apple Intelligence, Apple’s much-hyped set of AI features. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about all the things we can expect from iOS 18.1 and how it will affect how you use your iPhone.
Feature
M4 Mac Studio: Everything you need to know
A Mac Studio update is long overdue. Is Apple discontinuing it? We don't think so. We investigate when it will be released and what the specs will be.
Feature
M4 Ultra Mac Pro: Here are the latest rumors
Will there be a new Mac Pro? We think so, but we may have to wait a while. Find out when the new it might launch and what to expect from the M4 Ultra.
News
Early 2025 Apple bonanza includes M4 MacBook Air, iPhone SE, iPad Air, 11th-gen iPad
The first half of 2025 is going to be full of new product releases.
Deal
The Apple Watch Series 10 has dipped to its best price so far
The latest model is $373 at Amazon today.
More Color
The new iPad mini is only boring because the next model will be amazing
The current iPad mini fills several interesting niches as a tiny, reading-focused device. However, those who are disappointed can make some strong arguments.
Feature
Apple may be down to just two Lightning devices in just a few days
Apple hasn't completely replaced Lightning just yet, but the end is near.
Best Picks
Best laptop power banks for Apple MacBook
We test the best laptop power banks for your MacBook Air and MacBook Pro
Updated
Fear not, M4 Macs are still coming 'very soon'
The release will include an M4 MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and iMac, along with USB-C accessories.
News
Apple will finally fix the iPhone 16 freeze/restart bug with next week's update
Grab iOS 18.1 as soon as it rolls out, and leave those dead spots behind.
Feature
Revealed: How Apple creates your passwords
The automatically suggested passwords on iPhone and Mac look like random characters, but there's a sophisticated system at work.
The Macalope
A day in the life of CEO Tim Cook: The hunt for Diet Mountain Dew
He uses all the Apple products but can't get his favorite soda.
How-To
How to create a bootable USB macOS installer
Make a macOS installer with createinstallmedia and install Sequoia, the latest beta, or any macOS on multiple Macs, or do a clean install.
Opinion
Whenever it arrives, Apple's cheaper Vision Pro needs to be really cheap
As more people buy into the Vision ecosystem, good things will happen. And to get more people, the price needs to come down. A lot.
Updated
iPhone 16 (2024) complete guide: Everything you need to know
Here are the iPhone 16, Plus, Pro and Pro Max prices and tech specs. We also explain what's changed and everything else you should know.
Feature
With iOS 18, loving your iPhone is a real chore
Never before has a single major iOS release required so much work from its users. Here's how to get it all done.
News
Apple confirms iOS 18.1 is coming next week
Apple Intelligence features make their official debut.
Apple Breakfast
Why is Apple ignoring its most important iPad?
The wait goes on: All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
Different Think
Why the 'iPhone SE Plus' makes more sense than you think
If a phone doesn't support Apple Intelligence, its days are numbered.
Updated
How to change your Apple Watch ringtone and alert sounds
After all this time, Apple is finally giving you control over the sounds your Apple Watch makes.
Reviews
Pitaka MagEZ Car Mount Pro 2 Qi2 review: Car charger with built-in NFC shortcuts
Pitaka goes one step further with its car mount and integrates NFC.
Feature
How the iPhone 16 Pro Max has made me a believer in annual upgrades
There aren't any huge changes to Apple's flagship phone, but the little ones add up to something impressive.
Reviews
Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank review
If you don't need fast inductive charging, the Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank is a robust charger that isn't afraid of harsh environments.
Best Picks
Best iPhone for seniors
Does an elderly relative or friend need an iPhone? Are you an older person looking for an iPhone that fits your needs? Here are our recommendations.
Reviews
Torras Ostand 360° Spin Fusion MagSafe Case review
Unlike many other cases, the Torras 360° Ostand Spin case has a clever feature: a foldable metal ring to put the iPhone down.
Best Picks
Which iPhone has the best camera?
We look at the iPhone camera tech and features that mean even professional photographers use iPhones and let you know which iPhone camera is best.
Best Picks
Best Apple Watch: Which Apple Watch to buy in 2024-2025
Our in-depth Apple Watch buying guide compares the Apple Watch Ultra 2, Series 10, and SE to help you choose the best Apple Watch for you.
Updated
There's a new XProtect security update—here's how to make sure your Mac has it
There's a new version of the XProtect antivirus utility. Here's how to make sure you've got it on your Mac.
Different Think
The worst things come to Apple fans who wait
No update is better than a half-baked update. Looking at you, iPad mini.
Opinion
Why the new iPad mini is a problem for Apple's other products
Apple's long-awaited iPad mini update creates more questions than it answers.
News Analysis
We're probably not getting an 11th-gen iPad this year
Apple's cheapest tablet won't run Apple intelligence until sometime in 2025. Maybe.
Mac 911
How to keep an iCloud Drive file on your Mac while optimizing storage
Apple finally gives you a sticky option.
Reviews
Anker MagGo 10K Power Bank For Apple Watch review
The MagGo 10K Power Bank For Apple Watch offers fast charging, a large power capacity, a practical form factor, and a very informative display.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: New iPad mini, Apple’s new release schedule, and more
Apple released a new iPad mini this week! We talk about Apple’s new tablet and how Apple’s new approach to product releases may influence your decision to buy one or not.
Opinion
How Apple can bring the Magic back to its Mac accessories
The Magic Mouse, Trackpad, and Keyboard need a USB-C update—but Apple can do so much more.
Stay Foolish
We're about to find out if Apple's big bet pays off
The first stage of Apple Intelligence is upon us. But will it provide enough momentum for the next several stages?
Deal
Get the perfect Apple Pencil for the new iPad Mini and save 30% right now
The Apple Pencil Pro is $90 at Amazon
How-To
How to run Windows on Mac
Here's everything you need to know about installing Windows on a Mac with Apple Silicon. Run Windows on an M1, M2, M3 or M4 Mac.
News
iPhone 18 to get enhanced 2nm chip, 12GB of RAM
Let's thank Apple Intelligence for forcing Apple to finally increase the RAM in its devices.
Updated
iPad mini (A17 Pro): What's new for the smallest iPad?
There's a new iPad mini. Here's the low down on the specs, price, on sale date, camera, battery life and more.
News
Apple's new iPad mini is here but not much is new
The tiny tablet gets A17 Pro and Apple Intelligence, but the design and most features are unchanged.
News
Apple's Visions of the future: Four new products in the works
From Vision Pro 2 to AirPods with cameras, lots of AR and VR products are coming down the pipe.
The Macalope
The iPhone is basic and not cheugy, no cap, bruh!
Sorry fellow kids, Apple isn't cool anymore.
Best Picks
Apple Watch 9 vs Apple Watch 10
How much better than the Apple Watch Series 9 is the Series 10? We explain what's different.
Opinion
You probably don't need an LTE Apple Watch
I use my Apple Watch all day every day, but the cellular connection is unnecessary for me and possibly for you too.
News