One of the most common reader questions we get is, “Can I use my iMac as an external monitor?” We previously provided an almost-comprehensive answer to the question before Apple restored a page on its site that offered technical details. The general…
Lees meerYou already know your Apple Watch has awesome health and fitness features, but you might not know that it can also help you use and control your Mac. From unlocking to controlling apps and music, you can enlist the aid of your watch when your mouse …
Lees meerAmazon Prime Day is just around the corner and there are sure to be some great deals to be had on Apple products. But if you need a new Mac or iPad now, you don’t need to wait. Here are the best deals we can find and be sure to check back once Prime…
Lees meerApple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV+ continues to grow, but there’s an even faster-growing list of projects in the works. Films, limited series, specials, and multi-season series, Apple’s got lots of irons in the fire for all of…
Lees meerWhile most kids are only just finishing up the current school year, Apple is already thinking about the next one. Apple on Thursday launched its Back to School promo for 2021, and thrifty parents and students could save a bundle of money. While ther…
Lees meerUpdated 06/17/21: Our recommendations remain the same, but we added info about iOS 15 and the iPhone 13, both due for release in the fall. Picking out an iPhone used to be easier—just get the newest one with all the storage you can afford. We still …
Lees meerIt’s been six years since the first Apple Watch hit the market, and the device has seen some important changes in its time with cellular, larger displays, and more powerful sensors. Lately, however, it seems as if we’ve hit the part in a product’s l…
Lees meerApple wants an iPhone and iPad to anticipate your needs, particularly for information, and suggest or promote ideas and information before you even know you wanted it. One method is via Significant Locations, a feature in iOS and iPadOS I’ve discove…
Lees meerThis fall, Apple is upgrading all paid iCloud accounts to something it calls iCloud+. It includes several interesting new features on top of the existing iCloud storage, sync, and cloud features, but the most interesting might be something Apple cal…
Lees meerThis is a special edition of the show, where we feature your hot takes about WWDC from the Macworld social media feeds. We’ll share what you wrote, and we will offer our thoughts. This is episode 747 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyol…
Lees meeriPhone and iPad users know that when something on your device doesn’t work, you make an appointment to fix it at an Apple Store. If Apple’s new pilot program comes to fruition, we’ll eventually be making appointments for what ails us, too. According…
Lees meerOver the last few years wireless charging has gone from novelty concept to a conventional function of any modern iPhone. We won’t pretend that wireless charging is always an ideal substitute for plugging in, but it’s a very hassle-free way to keep y…
Lees meerIt’s been over two years since the iPad mini had its last update, so the rumors of a new version are heating up. This article keeps track of the most creditable reports of the upcoming iPad mini, so stay tuned to this page for the latest and greates…
Lees meerApple’s been crowing about the pace at which its users install software updates for ages. Rapid uptake of updates is a sign of a healthy ecosystem—and yet, as announced last week, Apple has made a change that threatens to derail the iOS update train…
Lees meerApple has promoted its user-focused privacy stance heavily, partly to provide a market difference between itself and Amazon, Google, and Facebook, among other companies that have varying levels of competition with it. But it generally plays out that…
Lees meerIf you have a family of three or more where everyone has their own iPhone, Apple Watch, and maybe there’s a pair of AirPods or two in there, you probably have a pretty messy countertop or table somewhere in a common area. Snakes of charging cables a…
Lees meerSince the launch of Apple TV+ in November 2019, Apple has offered an unusually gracious free trial. Just buy any Apple product capable of running the TV app (iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV) and you get Apple TV+ free for one year. Beginning July 1, …
Lees meerIf you need a new travel-friendly Mac but don’t want to wait for the 14-inch MacBook Pro, the 13-inch model is the one to buy. And today Amazon is selling the 512GB model for $1,300, a downright steal at $200 off when a $49.01 coupon is applied at c…
Lees meerAfter initial delay, Apple has now officially launched Podcasts Subscriptions and channels in the Podcasts app on iPhones, iPads, and Macs. Podcasts Subscriptions is a new service announced at Apple’s Spring Loaded Event. Unlike its other services, …
Lees meerWhen iOS 15 arrives on a billion or so iPhones in the fall, it’ll bring a slew of changes you’ll instantly recognize. New notifications will make it easy to identify and ignore alerts as they arrive. Safari’s tab groups will help you browse faster a…
Lees meerApple doesn’t often update devices that aren’t on the latest version of iOS and iPadOS, so when they do you should take notice. And this week’s release of iOS 12.5.4 definitely falls into the “critical” category. iOS 12.5.4 is for iPhone 5s, iPhone …
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