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I’m a Mac power user, and these are the apps I can’t live without

Want to get more from your Mac? Our selection of the best Mac apps for power users will help you run advanced tasks in macOS without ever breaking a sweat.
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Did Apple just hint that the M4 MacBook Pro isn’t coming in 2024?

Rumors of an M4 MacBook Pro launch before the end of 2024 have been around for a while, but Apple's earnings call may have just squashed them for good.
Apple's M2 MacBook Air is super thin and light.

The 13-inch MacBook Air with M2 has a $200 price cut right now

Own one of the best laptops in the business for less! Save $200 when you purchase the 13-inch MacBook Air with Apple M2 through Best Buy.
A man sitting at a desk in front of an M1 iMac. Behind him is a large glass window and a set of shelves holding books, plants and ornaments.

People are arguing about this classic macOS feature, and it’s hilarious

A simple post on X ignited a firestorm of debate over whether macOS or Windows does one simple thing better. The results were amusing and often very strange.
An Apple MacBook laptop with the macOS Ventura background wallpaper and the notch seen at the top of the display.

The MacBook notch has been redeemed

The NotchNook app turns your Mac’s notch into something you’ll actually want to use, with tools and features that make it like a Dynamic Island for macOS.
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This small change coming to the M5 MacBook Pro could mean much more

It's not due out until 2025, but a new report indicates that a change to the camera module could be coming. Could this signal a larger update in the works?
The restored 11.6-inch MacBook Air with earbuds and wireless mouse, as sold by Walmart.

Grab a refurbished MacBook Air for just $199 at Walmart today

Save big when you purchase this refurbished MacBook Air, earbuds, and wireless mouse at Walmart! It can all be yours for just $200!
The gold MacBook Air M1's logo and keyboard.

I still can’t believe this unprecedented MacBook Air deal is for real

The M1 MacBook Air is very much worth buying, and this deal makes it a better value than ever.
The iPhone Mirroring feature from macOS Sequoia being demonstrated at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

I’ve been using the first macOS Sequoia public beta. Here’s my take on it so far

Apple has just released the macOS Sequoia public beta into the wild. Should you download it? We tested its new apps and features to see if it’s worth your time.
Apple's Craig Federighi introducing the new window tiling feature in macOS Sequoia at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

The macOS Sequoia public beta just launched. Here’s how to download it

The public beta for macOS Sequoia is out now, and anyone can test it out.
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The ChatGPT app has changed how I use my Mac in three key ways

OpenAI has launched an official ChatGPT app on macOS. If you’ve got a Mac, it’s definitely worth trying -- here are three things I love the most about it.
Frostpunk 2 runs on a MacBook.

Apple’s gaming push is heating up faster than you think

Apple is getting more serious about gaming, and its efforts are progressing surprisingly fast.
The gold MacBook Air M1's logo and keyboard.

The MacBook Air just got a huge price cut

Apple has announced a reduced price for the M1 MacBook Air, now starting at $649.
Apple's Craig Federighi introducing the new window tiling feature in macOS Sequoia at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

Don’t wait for macOS Sequoia. This app already has its best feature

Apple is bringing window snapping to macOS Sequoia, but there’s a better alternative app out there that does everything Apple can do -- plus a whole lot more.
Some 2015 MacBook Pro models use a butterfly keyboard.

Apple customers to finally get a share of $50M MacBook settlement

It's been a long wait, but payouts linked to Apple's settled MacBook butterfly keyboard lawsuit are set to go out to impacted customers this month.
Apple's Craig Federighi discusses macOS at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

All the M4 Macs that are still coming out in 2024

Apple is planning to upgrade its entire Mac lineup to the M4 chip this year. Here’s what we can expect in 2024 and beyond, including all the predicted launches.
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What is the ‘Your clock is behind’ error and how to fix it

Struggling with “Your clock is behind” or “Your clock is ahead” errors on your Mac? Our guide will help you fix it and banish the errors for good.
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How to stop Apple Music from automatically playing

Tired of Apple Music tracks firing up without you even pressing play? Here’s how to disable Autoplay for iPhones, iPads, and macOS computers.
macOS 15 features.

When will macOS sequoia come out? Here’s what we know so far

macOS Sequoia is the latest version of Mac software, and it's coming later this year to your Mac.
A rose gold MacBook Air has Disk Utility open with a red warning symbol and an external drive connected.

The best data recovery software for your Mac or MacBook

Our guide to the best data recovery apps for the Mac can help you restore any files missing after a storage failure or drive error.
A close-up of the gold MacBook Air M1's keyboard.

Can you use Control-Alt-Delete on a Mac? Here’s the answer

Wondering if there’s a Control-Alt-Delete shortcut in macOS? Our guide has the answer, with everything you need to know about using this shortcut on your Mac.
M4 iPad Pro with Magic Keyboard.

How the new iPad Pro is changing everything for the MacBook

The new ultra-thin iPad Pro may signal a new era for Apple products, with the MacBook potentially next on the list for a slimline revamp in the next few years.
The gold MacBook Air M1's logo and keyboard.

Apple just brought the M1 MacBook Air back from the dead

By making Apple Intelligence backward compatible, Apple just made the M1 MacBook Air worth buying again.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 downward view showing keyboard and speaker.

Your Mac is about to get a killer security feature

Apple has debuted a new anti-tracking feature for macOS Sequoia to keep predators at bay.
Apple's Craig Federighi introduces window tiling in macOS Sequoia at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in 2024.

Apple just Sherlocked another beloved Mac app

Does the new window tiling feature in Apple’s macOS Sequoia pinch features from other apps and threaten their existence? We’ve taken a look at the situation.
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Apple announces its biggest upcoming gaming slate yet at WWDC

Resident Evil, Assassin's Creed Shadows, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and even more games are coming to Mac.
Continuity changes in macOS 15.

These Apple Intelligence features make me want to switch to Mac

With this year's WWDC 2024, Apple is stepping into AI in a big way. Here's everything you need to know about upcoming AI features in Mac.
Disney Plus on a MacBook Pro.

The Mac just became a true ‘AI PC’

Apple has just brought the Mac into the AI era with a significant macOS upgrade that places AI at the heart of Apple’s wide-ranging computing efforts.
The Surface Laptop running local AI models.

Buying a laptop just got very confusing

With all the disturbances in the PC industry around AI and Arm, choosing your next laptop is about to get very complicated.
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Here’s why people are fearing for the future of this beloved Mac app

Popular macOS app Bartender has silently changed ownership, and no one knows who the new developers are — should users be worried?
Apple MacBook Pro 16 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

OLED MacBook Pros can’t come soon enough

A new source states lays out some possible release dates for the OLED MacBook Pro.
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air on a desk, with macOS Sonoma running on its display.

Some updates coming to macOS 15 aren’t just about AI

Get ready to lose track of your favorite settings when Apple reshuffles the System Settings app for macOS 15.
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Why you should buy a Mac mini instead of a MacBook Air

Picking between the Mac mini and the MacBook Air can be tough, but there are plenty of reasons why Apple’s bite-sized desktop is the best choice.
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Best MacBook Memorial Day deals: MacBook Air and MacBook Pro

With early Memorial Day deals shining through, we've picked out all the best MacBook Memorial Day deals on plenty of different models.