Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Shutterstock.com / Wirestock Creators Apple has updated the firmware for several older AirPods models. The new firmware revision is 6F21, the prior firmware was 6A326. The affected models are as follows: AirPods Max (lightning only) AirPods 2 AirPods 3 AirPods Pro 1 It’s everything but the new AirPods 4, the AirPods Pro 2, and the USB-C version of the AirPods Max. Apple stopped updating the original AirPods firmware some time ago, as it was discontinued and replaced by 2nd-generation...

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Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Anker Charging all your devices at once can be a nightmare to manage due to all the cables you need and all the wall plugs. Well, not with this cute Anker portable wireless charging station that can easily handle all your Apple gear. And wouldn’t you know it, but the Anker UFO 3-in-1 charger is $72 at Amazon right now, 20% under its $90 MSRP. This Anker charger will look great on your desk, clearing out the madness that...

about 4 hours ago

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Image: Thiago Trevisan We’ve been hearing for a while now that Apple is going to release new M4 Macs this fall. Well, now it’s fall (in the Northern Hemisphere) and we’ve now reached the stage of the news cycle where we’re all waiting for the news to drop, but instead we’re getting reports that the news is dropping soon. The latest report comes from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who’s really been the most persistent source for these reports of the M4...

about 5 hours ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

At a glance Baked into all Apple OS platforms. Additional features available. Simple way to sync the things you need so you can access them wherever you are. Web app is a little sluggish. Low storage limit for free plan. Doesn’t work so well for collaboration outside the Apple echosystem. What better way to access your Mac, iPhone and iPad files via the cloud than Apple’s own iCloud platform? Despite some minor inconveniences, it has a lot to offer and...

about 9 hours ago

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Image: Anyron Copeman / Foundry While some people are surely loving their new iPhone 16, many users have been afflicted since their launch last month by a serious bug causing their phones to freeze, ignore touch inputs, and then randomly restart. But it looks like the end is finally in sight, with the rollout of a major software update which is understood to contain a fix. As Macworld reported in September, numerous iPhone 16 owners have complained of display “dead...

about 10 hours ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Waniza / shutterstock.com When you log into a new service or website on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, the operating system will promptly suggest a ready-made password that you can accept or reject. This password will be quite long; it will not contain any recognisable words; and it will contain special characters such as hyphens and numbers. All of this fulfils the requirements for passwords so that attackers cannot crack them easily by brute force, simply guessing common combinations...

about 11 hours ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Yes, it is time once again to ask the question, what makes Tim tick? Is it a bomb? Did he swallow an alarm clock? Where is that sound coming from?! IT’S DRIVING US CRAZY! The Wall Street Journal got some face time (actual faces, actual time) with Apple CEO Tim Cook: “Tim Cook on Why Apple’s Huge Bets Will Pay Off” Read on to find out if he says it’s because you Apple fans will buy anything the company sells...

about 12 hours ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

In this article, we’ll run through the steps necessary to create a bootable installer of the Mac operating system, whether it’s so you can install the latest version of the macOS on multiple Macs, install the latest macOS beta, perform a clean install of macOS, or just to be prepared with an emergency disk if your Mac experiences problems and you don’t want to connect to the internet in Recovery mode (or you can’t access Recovery mode). If you want...

about 12 hours ago

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The iPhone 16 is set to launch later today: Monday, September 9 at Apple’s Glowtime event. If you want to be surprised, close this tab now, because we know a lot about the new phones—read on to find out. During the event we will update this article with the latest info, but you can also follow along with our Glowtime event live blog. Apple has an event scheduled for Monday September 9 at which you can expect the company to...

about 13 hours ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry The first thing you should do after buying a new iPhone 16, be it an iPhone 16 Plus, Pro or Max, is to admire it and then swiftly cover it up. Buy yourself an iPhone 16 case to protect your precious mobile after splashing a ton of cash on it, and add some style to make your new handset more personal. The most common causes for accidental smartphone damage are: dropping your phone on the ground, it falling...

about 18 hours ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

It’s fair to say that iOS 18 is more highly customizable than any prior release. The big personalized lock screen update of iOS 16 definitely let us add some personality to our iPhones, but that’s nothing compared to the freedom to fiddle afforded in iOS 18. Unfortunately, that means you’re going to have to do a little work. Apple’s latest major update lets you customize the lock screen shortcuts, expanded customization of the Action button (which is now available on...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Whether you’re looking to gift an Apple product or just pick one up for yourself, we’ve scoured the web for the best prices on everything from Macs to MacBooks, iPads to iPhones, Apple Watches to Apple TVs, and more. If you are wondering if Apple has sales, prepare to be disappointed. Apple rarely discounts its own products–even during its annual Black Friday shopping event, it traditionally elects to give out gift vouchers rather than reducing prices. It also offers year-round...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Typically, Apple would start testing the x.1 version of a new iOS release right after the main release. We expected the iOS 18 beta to continue through the summer until its release in September, followed immediately by the iOS 18.1 beta. Then, iOS 18.1 would be released in October, and 18.2 beta testing would begin, and so on. This year is very different. More than a month ahead of the expected iOS 18 release, Apple has begun an iOS 18.1...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

If you don’t want to wait to install the next version of macOS – which we now know will be called Sonoma after Apple revealed all the details at WWDC in June, you can join the beta program and try it out on your Mac before it is released to the public in September or October. The developer beta of macOS 14 Sonoma is already available to download. This year the developer beta isn’t just available to developers who have...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Mike Sawh The Apple Watch Series 10 may just have landed, but we’re already seeing steady discounts. And today it’s lower than ever: Amazon is selling the Jet Black Apple Watch Series 10 for $373, a savings of $26 off its $399 MSRP. We’ll admit that it’s not a huge discount, but it’s the best we’ve seen. If you read our Apple Watch Series 10 review, one thing is clear—Apple has perfected its smartwatch. We gave it a near-perfect...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple The wait for the first wave of Apple Intelligence features is nearly over. In reports that profile Apple’s upcoming AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Aid feature by The Wall Street Journal (subscription required) and The Verge, Apple confirmed that iOS 18.1 will become available to the general public next week. Apple revealed its Apple Intelligence features at WWDC this past June. Apple Intelligence is Apple’s feature set that uses AI technology, which will be released in waves throughout the year....

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

At a glance Easy to use on all platforms. Affordable storage tiers. Lightning fast. Plans can get confusing with the amount of extra features. Google Drive is a fantastic service that, if you’re anything like me, it’s hard to imagine being without. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today When it comes to picking the best cloud-based storage services for your Mac, it really is difficult to look past Google...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Given the choice, Tim Cook would obviously prefer customers to spring for the most expensive versions of Apple’s products. The Ultra version of the Apple Watch, the Max version of the AirPods, the non-mini HomePod, and the Pro versions of everything else. The problem is that customers generally feel the opposite—and nowhere is this truer than in the tablet market. Surely some creative professionals use an iPad Pro for their work. The iPad Air has its fans too, and even...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Just when we thought we’d got a handle on next spring’s iPhone SE 4 launch, a hugely surprising leak comes along and throws everything into doubt. The 4th-gen SE has been the subject of numerous rumors ever since the iPhone 16 came out last month, from the return of the notch and the first Apple 5G modem to a lack of new buttons and lenses. But one thing that most sources have agreed on is the basic idea that it...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

The most recent iPad mini on sale right now is the iPad mini Apple launched in September 2021, and if you want to get your hands on that iPad mini (6th generation) at the best price, you’ve come to the right place. We are tracking the best deals, as well as the retailers that have models in stock right now. We’ve seen some good price drops on the iPad mini recently – however, if you are shopping outside of the...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Over the past few years, Apple has overhauled its entire product range, including transitioning the Mac from Intel to its own processors, introducing the tough Apple Watch Ultra, adding a new Plus model to the iPhone lineup, and revealing a brand-new product category (the yet-to-launch Vision Pro).  In this article, we take a look at what we expect Apple to launch in the remainder of 2023 and beyond. We have investigated every rumor and trend we could find to bring...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Macworld It’s almost crazy to think it, but for the last decade Apple has not allowed you to change the default ringtone, notification sounds, or alerts on your Apple Watch. Finally, watchOS 11 gives us this very basic capability, but you’d be forgiven for not knowing about it because it’s not in the watchOS 11 release notes. Here’s how you change the default ringtone and other sounds on your Apple Watch with watchOS 11. On your Apple Watch, open...

1 day ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry Apple ships a simple but effective charging cable with the Apple Watch that will fast-charge an Apple Watch Series 7 or later (Watch 8, Watch Ultra). You won’t find a faster charging accessory but you can also choose from a wide range of stylish and practical charging stands and docks for your Apple Watch—including some that can also charge other Apple devices such as your iPhone and AirPods. Here, we round up some of the best Apple Watch chargers,...

3 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Here at Macworld we’re extremely fond of Apple’s AirTag, which we consider by far the best Bluetooth tracker for an iPhone or Mac user. However, one complaint raised in our AirTag review was that it doesn’t have a hole, which means you’re forced in most situations to buy an accessory to put it in. Want to attach it to your keys? You need to buy a special key ring. Want to attach it to your luggage? Special luggage label. An...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Thomas Bergbold At a glance Excellent magnetic hold Good adjustment NFC shortcuts are helpful; Fast Qi2 charging The MagEZ Car Mount Pro 2 impresses across the board: fast charging, strong hold, and integrated NFC function. No competitor offers a comparable range of functions. Pitaka also offers a version for Tesla Model 3 and Y cars. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today 69,99 Euro Pitaka has updated its classic...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

It doesn’t take long for iPhone rumors to circulate. It’s one of the most iconic and influential tech gadgets of all time, and everyone wants to know what’s coming next. That Apple is so secretive only heightens the appeal of iPhone rumors and leaks. So it should come as little surprise that iPhone 17 rumors, leaks, and info started to circulate months before the iPhone 16 was even formally announced. Here’s everything we know so far, but don’t take any...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV+ continues to grow, and so does the list of upcoming projects in the works. Films, limited series, specials, and multi-season series—Apple’s got lots of irons in the fire. Some of these projects have been officially announced and acknowledged by Apple, while others have been reported by the Hollywood press, which always has its ear to the ground about what projects actors, directors, and producers are involved in. We’ve divided this list...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies. This guide will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, divided into episodic shows or series and movies. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s $6.99-a-month service. If you want to know what’s on the way, check...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: NordVPN If you’re looking for a VPN to keep your browsing safe and secure, our top pick is NordVPN, which offers an excellent combination of speed and safety features. And now it’s cheaper than ever for Black Friday: You can lock in 27 months of NordVPN for just $96.93/£72.63 ($3.59/£2.69 a month) if you sign up for a two-year plan with three extra bonus months. The basic plan is probably good enough for most people, but you can also...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry A VPN is an essential tool for iPad users wanting to watch streaming services in other countries, such as Disney+,  Netflix or BBC iPlayer, with some content not being available at every location. This is handy if you’re traveling abroad and missing out on your favorite shows, as you can connect to a server in your own country and carry on watching as if you were at home. Plus, when you’re browsing the web using your iPad, your online...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Baseus While it’s true that iPhones have excellent battery life, it never hurts to have a power bank in your bag so you can recharge on the go. Today’s deal is a great one: The Baseus Magnetic power bank is on sale for $25.59 at Amazon, down from its usual $40, but only if you have a Prime membership. (If you’re buying two or more you save even more with the on-page promotional codes.) The power bank has a...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Every September, a not-insignificant chunk of iPhone coverage expresses how the newest iPhone is basically a replica of its predecessor—and that’s true to some extent. Smartphones have matured for the most part, and there’s only so much a phone maker can do. This results in a mix of incremental upgrades and unnecessary additions made for the sake of change. However, while small tweaks are generally perceived as boring, they can actually be quite impactful—and the iPhone 16 Pro Max reflects...

4 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Thomas Bergbold At a glance Robust Construction Sturdy stand Rubber cover on the connections Robust USB-C charging cable No Qi2 support Rubber edges can be damaged under heavy use If you don’t need fast inductive charging, the Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank is a robust charger that isn’t afraid of harsh environments thanks to its covered ports. Its built-in stand and the robust charging cable are exemplary. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple The old trope that old people are hopelessly illiterate when it comes to technology is somewhat unwarranted. The home computer revolution is decades old at this point, and smartphones have been around for over 15 years. Seniors may not operate their smartphones as adroitly as their grandkids, but they aren’t just sitting around pining for the days of rotary dial phones. Social media has, in particular, provided a way for seniors to more easily keep in touch with...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

At a glance Rotatable metal ring MagSafe compatible Generous cut-out for Camera Control Good grip thanks to the textured surface on the frame Not particularly colourful Buttons rattle a little The Torras Ostand 360° Spin Fusion MagSafe Case is a solid case for the iPhone 16, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max with a unique twist. The metal ring on the back serves as a magnet to align the case properly on MagSafe chargers, and it can be folded out...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Every year without fail, Apple delivers one of the best cameras on any smartphone in its newest iPhone. Basically, any iPhone you buy—even the previous year’s model—will snap excellent photos and record videos in stellar quality. It’s that consistency, along with the popularity of Macs among photo and video professionals, that makes the iPhone so popular among photographers and videographers. Whether you’re a pro or just an enthusiast, the iPhone that is best for photography is almost always the newest one—but that...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple launched two new Apple Watches in 2023: the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch Series 9. Apple also still sells the Apple Watch SE from 2022.   With the arrival of the two new Apple Watches, Apple discontinued the Apple Watch 8 and the original Apple Watch Ultra, however, you may still be able to buy those older Apple Watch models from resellers and from Apple’s Refurbished Store. We’ve included the best prices right now for these older WAtches...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

At a glance Compact iPhone, Watch, AirPods charging stand Can charge 4 devices simultaneously 10K power bank Foldable for travel 7.5W MagSafe No Watch fast-charge The newly updated OneGo is an impressive multifunctional Apple device charger that is reasonably priced and performs well. It’s not the fastest but the power bank is high capacity and the USB-C port enables speedy wired charging on top of the convenient wireless functions. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple Apple has released an update to XProtect Remediator, macOS’s built-in software that protects it from viruses and malware. The update is version 147 is for macOS Catalina and later and became available on October 16. It installs automatically, which is the usual method for XProtect Remediator.  Howard Oakley on his blog first reported the update. Apple doesn’t issue security notes about Xprotect updates and Oakley points out that it’s not obvious what the changes are. To see if...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

There’s a lot to be said for the pleasures of anticipation, but at a certain point the thing you’re waiting for simply cannot live up to expectations. It gets built up too much, and can only disappoint. Which brings me to the 7th-gen iPad mini. The latest mini was a long time coming: the 6th-gen model was unveiled three years, one month, and one day previously. Which makes it all the stranger that the new tablet was announced via the...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

If you are concerned about your privacy and security online using a VPN could give you some reassurance. Apple provides various measures in macOS that make Macs more secure, but if you want to ensure that the connection between your Mac and the internet is protected, rather than the computer itself, you need a VPN. Using a VPN essentially makes you invisible on the web–your data is encrypted, your IP address is hidden, and you can even make it look...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Anker This new Anker MagGo Power Bank is one of Anker’s coolest products, allowing you to charge both your iPhone and your Apple Watch on the go. And the best part is that it’s already on sale for $65 for Prime members at Amazon. This 10,000mAH power bank is super compact and easy to carry around with a handy loop strap built in. It also has enough juice to charge your phone completely almost twice via the built-in USB-C...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

We marked October 22 on the calendar and canceled our appointments. We were almost certain that Apple would hold its second fall keynote on that day and unveil new Macs and iPads. But then, just when we were expecting an invitation, Cupertino sent us instead a press release with details of the 7th-gen iPad mini… and nothing else. To be clear, I think it’s good news that we’re finally getting a new 8-inch tablet three years after the last update....

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

After a historic lull that saw more than 12 months between releases, 2024 has been a pretty good year for iPad releases. The iPad mini was just updated, iPadOS 18 shipped just last month, and Apple released the new M4 iPad Pro, M2 iPad Air, and Apple Pencil Pro this spring–and for good measure, it even threw in Final Cut for iPad 2.0 and Logic Pro for iPad 2.0 for good measure. While all these new iPad products are partying...

5 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Whenever Apple starts a new generation of chips, the Mac mini is always the first desktop Mac to get it. With the M3, coming soon, that means a new Mac mini is likely around th ecorner. That also means rumors and reports about a new M3 Mac mini will surface. To gather that information in one spot–as well as to provide insight as to what’s feasible and what’s not–we have this article to help you figure out what’s happening with...

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple holds events at certain intervals in the year at which it announces new products. The company tends to hold a March or April spring event, the WWDC keynote in June, an event to celebrate the new iPhone launch in September, and a late fall event in October at which it has been known to release new iPads and Macs. Apple just introduced the new iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 at an event on September...

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Petter Ahrnstedt iCloud Drive lets you have the best of both worlds: deep storage that provides a form of backup and syncs across all your devices. If you enable optimized storage in macOS in System Settings > Account Name > iCloud > iCloud Drive, your Mac automatically removes files in reverse order of the frequency you use them if it needs to clear out space to avoid your startup volume from becoming too full. It leaves a placeholder file in the...

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Thomas Bergbold At a glance Fast charging Informative display Compact The MagGo 10K Power Bank For Apple Watch offers fast charging, a large power capacity, a practical form factor, and a very informative display. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today 79,99 Euro Pictures don’t really show how compact the Anker MagGo Power Bank (10K, 35W, for Apple Watch) is. It measures 3.74 by 2.01 by 1.28 inches (95...

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry 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! That’s on this episode of the Macworld Podcast! This is episode 905 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola. Click on the links below for more information on what was discussed on the show.  Apple finally announces a new iPad mini and not much is new...

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple While the new iPad mini looks exactly like the old model right down to the marketing wallpaper, there are some notable differences, including the new A17 Pro processor and Apple Intelligence support. You’ll also find something new in the box—a modern charging cable. Apple introduced a braided USB-C charging cable with the iPad Pro in 2022, so the mini, which was updated in late 2021, missed out. And since it hadn’t received a refresh until this week, it...

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

At a glance Nice to look at. No logs policy. Great for getting around geo-blocks. Lacks some features like split tunneling. Not the fastest. ClearVPN lacks some features of its rivals, and comes in a little slower, but it’s one of the easiest VPN options to use right now and features an attractive UI to help you get started. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today MacPaw has been a...

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple has been slowly switching products with Lightning connectors to USB-C. It started with the iPad Pro in 2018 and stalled, then the switch really got into full swing after the European Union passed a law in 2022, with the most recent switch happening with the AirPods Max. However, Apple has been stubborn about updating the Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Trackpad. Last year seemed like a good time to update them to USB-C, but they didn’t. They still use Lightning ports for charging....

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple Intelligence is about to hit the mainstream. Within the next couple of weeks, Apple is likely to ship iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, all bringing the first in the suite of features that Apple has been talking about since June. If you have any doubt, just go watch a TV show with ads and I guarantee in 15 minutes or less you’ll see Snoop Dogg hawking it as a selling point of the new iPhone 16....

6 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Even if you’re not planning to buy one of the new iPhones, your existing iPhone (XR and later) can now get a bunch of new features following the release of iOS 18.  Among the new features in iOS 18 are a redesigned Photos app, new ways to customize your Home screen and wallpaper, new Messages reactions, privacy-related features and dozens of other smaller changes. There will also be some AI features, dubbed Apple Intelligence coming to some iPhones (find out...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Surfshark If you’re looking to get started with a VPN, you can’t go wrong with Surfshark, which is one of our top picks for its easy-to-use interface and speedy connection. And now it’s super-cheap too: Surfshark has kicked off its Black Friday sale a month early and is offering a 28-month subscription for just $1.99/£1.49 a month (that’s a total cost of $55.72/£41.58 for two years and two months). The small catch is that you’ll be charged the full...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple If you’ve got your eye on the new iPad mini that just arrived, you might not have noticed that it adds support for the new Apple Pencil Pro (and removes support for the 2nd-gen model. But we have good news—the Apple Pencil Pro is available for $90 at Amazon, its best price yet, and a 30 percent discount from its $129 MSRP. The Apple Pencil Pro is the stylus you need if you have one of the M3...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple’s decision to ditch Intel processors and move the entire Mac range to using its home-grown ‘Apple Silicon’ processors seems to have paid off. Its M1 and M2 processors–and now M3 chips–provide impressive performance and battery life. But older Macs that had Intel processors inside did have one advantage over the new Apple Silicon chips–they made it easy for Mac users to run Windows as well. The Windows operating system was written specifically to run on Intel processors, and the...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Connor Jewiss / Foundry With the iPhone 16, Apple increased the amount of RAM to 8GB so it can properly run upcoming Apple Intelligence features. And further RAM increases could be on the cards as Apple Intelligence evolves, if the latest report about a future iPhone is any indication. According to a report on Weibo by “Mobile phone chip expert,” the iPhone 18 will feature a new A20 chip that includes 12GB of RAM: The 2nm processor A20 of the 2026 Apple iPhone will...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple’s smallest iPad was given a substantial facelift at the end of 2021. The 6th-generation iPad mini sports a complete redesign with a bigger display, Touch ID on the power button, USB C instead of Lightning, and an upgraded front camera. This represented the first major change to the design since the iPad mini was first introduced back in 2012. The mini celebrated its 10-year anniversary in 2022 without an update, but a new iPad mini 7th generation is rumored...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple After three long years (and one long month) of waiting, Apple has finally unveiled the 7th-gen iPad mini. It did so today in a press release rather than holding a media event, and the reasons for this diffidence become apparent when you see how much, or rather how little, has changed. The main upgrade is the processor, which has double-jumped from the A15 to the A17 Pro. Thanks to this hardware bump the new iPad mini supports Apple...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Vision Pro may be off to a slow start, but a new report claims Apple isn’t about to let it languish for too long. In fact, a more affordable model might be coming next year. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports in the latest issue of his Power On newsletter that Apple is working on a total of four new AR/VR products to complement or replace the Vision Pro, which has been only moderately successful to date. As early as next year,...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Connor Jewiss / Foundry We are a month past the introduction of the iPhone 16 and it’s time to review some surprising results for this year’s device. First, what if they threw an iPhone launch and it was not immediately followed by massive supply cuts (because no one buys iPhones anymore, too popular)? In a new post on X, supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo provides a variety of updates on iPhone 16 shipments: iPhone 16 shipment updates1. Assembly orders...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple has updated its hugely successful Watch range for the 2024/2025 season, with the arrival of the 10th generation that it thankfully didn’t call X. To mark the decade, the new devices offer larger sizes, more features, and material upgrades. But, is all this enough to make them a better buy than the Series 9 models they replace? Here’s the Macworld Apple Watch 10 vs Apple Watch 9 comparison so you can find out.  Apple hasn’t seen the need to...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

I’ve been using an Apple Watch for almost the entire time there has been an Apple Watch, and since the big upgrade with the Series 4 I’ve worn one all day every day. But I’ve never gotten the cellular-equipped model, because I figured I probably didn’t need it. Yes, there are lots of things the Apple Watch can do without an iPhone, but it can of course do those things with an iPhone nearby as well, and many of them...

7 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

If your Mac is slowing down, frequently freezing, regularly running out of RAM or just not behaving like it used to. Are you short of space on your Mac? Have you spotted the immense amount of room taken up by System Data and are now looking for a safe way to delete some of that data. What you need is a Mac cleaner app that will delete the clutter and digital debris from your system and free your RAM from...

8 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

At a glance Quick, stable performance combined with a handy user interface made navigation and customization easy. The modules work as advertised, and handle duplicate files and cleanup well. Good value for the asking price. Page up and page down keys can’t be used in the app for quick navigation. No free trial to test the software out/certain software elements require a subscription-based account to run. The app seems slathered in advertising for Trend Micro’s other products. Cleaner One Pro...

8 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry With around five months to go until Apple unveils the next version of the iPhone SE, we’re starting to get a strong idea of what to expect. Rumors have been coming thick and fast since the launch of the iPhone 16 last month and a new case leak this weekend appears to have revealed the fundamentals of the new phone’s design. On Saturday the reputable leaker Sonny Dickson posted to Twitter/X a photo of what he labels as...

8 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple Apple doesn’t often participate in big industry-wide events such as CES or E3. The most valuable company in the world holds its own events, thank you very much. Several times a year, Apple invites the press and industry professionals to Apple Park to hear all about its latest products and services. Apple calls these “events,” and streams them live online to millions of watchers. In 2022, there were three such events: A spring event on March 8, WWDC on June...

8 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry With the M4 chip making its debut in the iPad Pro, it’s not long before it makes its way into the Mac. The M3 iMac was released nearly a year ago in October 2023, so it’s quite possible Apple will upgrade it with an M4. The rumors will likely pick up as the fall of 2024 approaches, and whatever is reported now can change before the new iMac is released. We’ll keep track of what’s being said in...

8 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple’s M3-series MacBook Pro was released in the fall of 2023, but Apple has seemingly put the laptop on a more frequent update cycle, with reports of an M4 MacBook Pro coming before the end of 2024 hitting the rumor mill. In this article, we are keeping track of all the rumors about the M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pro. Possible launch at an October Apple event. It’s only been a year since the M3-series MacBook Pro were...

8 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

The next version of the Mac operating system, macOS 15, is expected to make its debut at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, which kicks off with a keynote on June 10. After a beta period, the official release occurs in the fall. Rumors of what macOS 15 will entail are scarce as usual–because software development doesn’t rely on third-party production and manufacturing like hardware does, rumors about macOS don’t happen often. But when rumors do leak, they will be tracked in...

8 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple has lots of sayings. “It’s better to be a pirate than join the navy.” “Think different.” “Don’t hold it that way.” And, perhaps most grammatically divisive, “A thousand no’s for every yes.” Some of them are just marketing spiels, but that last one is key to understanding the company’s approach to product development. And the areas where it is at risk of going astray. Now, I will concede that Apple is good at the first part of the equation—it...

8 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple We’re expecting a new iPad mini any week now, but we’re not expecting much to change. Other than Apple Intelligence compatibility, which is arguably more important for the iPhone than the iPad anyway, the new iPad mini will have the same design, display, and features as the current model. And today, that current model is on sale for $150 off at Amazon, the same price it dropped to for Prime Day, and the lowest we’ve ever seen. Amazon...

11 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Anker Anker’s Prime Charge is a sure way to keep your devices charged at all times and keep your desk tidy. Since it’s on sale for Prime members for just $119, down from its $170 MSRP, now’s the best time to get one. First of all, this is a fairly small device, so it won’t take up a ton of space. It’s also rather stylish, featuring a small display on the front, where you can check on the charging...

11 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

At a glance High battery capacity Super slim and lightweight 15W Qi2 wireless or 30W wired Colors We rate the Anker MagGo 10K Slim Power Bank magnetic power bank for its slim profile, mega recharging power and 15W Qi2 wireless or 30W wired speeds. Owners of the iPhone 15 and 16 might prefer its less slim sibling MagGo 10K power bank for its flashy LED display or the Baseus 10K Power Bank for its integrated USB-C cable, but the Anker...

11 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Connor Jewiss / Foundry Apple’s 16-series iPhones launched as recently as last month, but the rumor mill never stops spinning. We’re already getting plenty of leaks and tips about the updates and new features coming to the next generation of iPhone in 2025—or in this case, existing features coming to a wider range of handsets. This fall, Apple introduced a new space-age battery adhesive on the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus… but not the 16 Pro and 16 Pro...

11 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple added the capability to add digital state IDs or driver’s licenses to Apple Wallet years ago, with the very first supporting states announced back in 2021. It’s a standards-based approach (ISO 18013-5) that is meant to be more secure and private than physical identification, as well as finally closing one of the last loopholes that make people unable to leave the house without their wallet. There are currently seven states/territories in the U.S. that support this capability, with another...

11 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Macs may be a far less tempting target for malware and viruses, but they’re not immune from attack. Even if you don’t care about adware or being used as means to infect users on other platforms, it’s still possible to fall victim to ransomware, or password theft. Accordingly, good antivirus for Mac software will protect your Mac on all of these fronts. It’ll catch malware that’s still spreading or in circulation; block ransomware; protect older systems with out-of-date software from...

11 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Every fall Apple releases four new iPhones, but until last year I only had eyes for the Pro. Not the standard, not the mini or the Plus (depending on the year), and not the Pro Max. Just the Pro—a wonderful combination of high-end features and a compact body. But in 2023 that changed, mainly because my colleagues already had access to Pro and Pro Max review samples and it just made more sense editorially for me to ask for the...

11 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry Years ago, a tech executive mentioned having a “day” iPhone and a “night” iPhone. The poor fellow was ribbed for months about it when he was more accurately describing an iPhone paid by work that had corporate restrictions on it and was subject to financial industry regulations and a personal iPhone that he didn’t conduct business on. Phrasing is everything. If you’re in a position where you need two iPhones, such as your company issuing you one for...

12 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: IDG / Jason Cross The fantastic Beats Fit Pro earbuds are at their best price now at Amazon, $150, 25 percent off their MSRP, and the best price we’ve seen. We reviewed the Beats Fit Pro and gave them an absolutely perfect score – an extremely rare occurrence. Plus, they also got our Editors’ Choice award, marking them for the awesome buds that they are. We found they fit fantastically, they have a good battery life, and they deliver...

12 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry Following the announcement of surprisingly strong iPad revenue back in August, it’s looking like things are heading back to normal for Apple’s beleaguered tablet division. According to a new report, demand for the latest iPad Pro has fallen well below the numbers Apple initially projected. Earlier this week Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) released an analysis (you’ll need to register to read the full article) indicating that demand for the OLED panels used in the new iPad Pro...

12 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry You might think Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video are competitors but like in any good buddy movie, the unlikely pair are teaming up. The companies announced today that Apple TV+ will soon be available via Prime Video in the U.S. as an add-on subscription for $9.99 per month. There doesn’t appear to be any benefit to signing up through Prime Video other than the convenience of accessing both services through the same app. “We want to make Apple TV+...

12 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

According to reports, Apple will release an update to the MacBook Pro in the next few weeks. That update was initially expected to be nothing more than a chip upgrade from the M3 to the M4. But if new reports hold up, there may be more to this update–specifically for the 14-inch base model that would make it a near-perfect laptop for the general consumer. The first report was by leaker VNChocoTaco on X, who posted a photo they received...

12 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

The Find My system for tracking devices (like Macs) and items (like AirTags) lets you keep peace of mind, avoid leaving valuable stuff behind, and potentially even recover stolen goods–or hope that the police will. But Apple has not yet, and may never, released a native Find My app for Windows. The app is built into iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS. These native apps also let you see the location of people who have given permission to share their whereabouts...

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we review the new Apple Watch Series 10 and the AirPods 4. Are these new devices worth your money? We talk about what we like, dislike, and more! This is episode 904 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola. Click on the links below for more information on what was discussed on the show.  You can subscribe to the Macworld Podcast—or leave us a review!—right here in the Podcasts app. The Macworld...

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry At the heart of every Apple device is an Apple processor. Apple has been using its own chips in its iPhones and iPads for some time, while the Mac lineup has completed its transition away from Intel chips. Every product Apple makes is powered by a home-grown chip. What’s remarkable about Apple silicon is its performance and power efficiency. But all chips aren’t created equally. Understanding the performance differences between each chip will help with your buying decisions,...

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: IDG Amazon’s second Prime Day sale is now here and from October 8 to midnight on October 9, you’ll be able to score some of the best deals on Apple devices this side of Black Friday. All of Apple’s tablets, from the newest iPad Air and Pro to the mini and 10th-gen iPad will see some of their best prices ever. The iPads picked here are all chosen by our editors, who have decades of experience with Apple devices....

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: CalDigit This Prime Day, it’s time to get yourself one of these amazing 28 percent off the CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 Element Hub, now available for just $144, down from a $200 MSRP. This top-tier dock is Thunderbolt 4 certified and boasts 8 ports, making it a powerhouse for any setup, and it just so happens to be our pick for the best Thunderbolt 4 hub you can buy right now. The Element Hub stands out with its ultra-impressive features....

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Everyone’s favorite non-denominational shopping holiday has arrived, again. A second Amazon Prime Day (technically called Prime Big Deals Days) runs from October 8 until midnight on Wednesday, October 9. Even with Black Friday just around the corner, we’re already seeing some excellent prices on Apple gear. The deals will be coming and going quickly, so be sure to bookmark this page so you can keep checking the latest prices. If you are hoping to find some Apple products on sale...

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple The latest version of the Mac operating system, macOS Sequoia, is a solid update with a couple of whiz-bangy features–one of those being iPhone Mirroring, where you can connect your Mac to your iPhone, have it appear on your Desktop, and use the iPhone as if it was in your hands (kinda). It’s a really cool feature, but apparently, it’s not perfect. According to a report by Servco Security, iPhone Mirroring has a privacy hole. When using iPhone...

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Willis Lai / Foundry Apple’s Studio Display is more than a gorgeous 5K monitor—it’s also loaded with high-end features you won’t find on any other display, including spatial audio speakers, a FaceTime camera with Center Stage, and three built-in USB-C ports. All that comes at a high price, of course, but today it’s cheaper than it’s ever been: Amazon is selling the 27-inch Apple Studio Display for $1,294 for Prime Day, a savings of $305 and the best price...

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry If you are wondering if MacBooks are on sale for Prime Day you will be glad to learn that yes, you can get money off MacBooks at Amazon. Lots of money, in fact! Sales on MacBooks are normal for most of the year, but the best deals tend to happen during Amazon’s big sales events. With Amazon’s fall Prime Day running from Tuesday, October 8, and continuing for 48 hours until it all ends at midnight on October...

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Apple’s Messages app may have lost the global messaging wars, but in many countries–including the U.S.–it’s still an incredibly popular way of communicating. That’s why Apple keeps upgrading it. This fall’s Messages updates are some of the biggest ever, with the addition of RCS messaging, true emoji and sticker tapbacks, styled and animated text, Send Later, and support for texts via satellite. But as the people in my Messages group chats all upgraded to iOS 18 and started taking advantage...

13 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Over the last few years, Apple has gone from selling one AirPods model to four. You can currently buy the 2nd-gen AirPods, 3rd-gen AirPods, and 2nd-gen AirPods Pro with USB-C, and the AirPods Max over-the-ear headphones. Let’s set that last option aside for a moment. If you’re willing to spend $500 or more on a pair of cans, you’re making a whole different buying decision than if you want true wireless earbuds. You might like to take a look at...

14 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: IDG If you’re in the market for a new Mac, the good news is, yes, there is another Amazon Prime Day this Tuesday and Wednesday! This time the Amazon sale is dubbed Prime Big Deal Days and it will run from just after midnight Tuesday, October 8 to midnight Wednesday, October 9. In our experience you can get discounts on Macs all year round, but, some of the best Mac discounts fall during Amazon’s sales. The Amazon Prime Day...

14 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry If you’re looking for a new Bluetooth speaker, the newest Beats Pill speaker is a great option, especially when it’s on sale. As part of Prime Day, Amazon has cut the price of the Beats Pill down to $100, a booming 33 percent ($50) off, which is an impressive discount. In our review of the Beats Pill, our expert gave it a 4-star rating, praising the decent volume and sound for its size and the fantastic battery life....

14 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Foundry The MacBook Air is one of the most popular laptops around because it’s a great combination of features, portability, and price. Speaking of price, you can save some money on a brand-new MacBook Air, thanks to Amazon’s October Prime Day. Amazon is offering up to $265 off on several models of the MacBook Air: M2 13-inch MacBook Air, 256GB: $749 ($250 off, MSRP $999) M3 13-inch MacBook Air, 256GB: $849 ($250 off, MSRP $1,099) M3 13-inch MacBook Air,...

14 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: Apple Even at $249, the AirPods Pro 2 have been one of the best noise-canceling earbuds you can buy ever since they arrived in 2023, and with the upcoming Hearing Health features that provide the world’s first software-enabled Hearing Aid feature, they can also help with hearing loss. And today, they’re a bargain too: Amazon is selling the AirPods Pro 2 with a USB-C charging case for $169, a savings of $80, and the lowest price we’ve ever seen....

14 days ago

Macworld - News, Tips & Reviews from the Apple Experts

Image: IDG Wondering if AirPods will be on sale for Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days? Whether you’re buying your first pair of AirPods or upgrading the trusty ‘buds you have used every day for years, Amazon’s twice-yearly Prime Day sales are a great time to look for a discount. Many Apple products are rarely on sale, and when they do go on sale they’re barely at a discount at all. AirPods are an exception: As long as they’re not...

14 days ago