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Best iMac Alternatives

The 5 best iMac alternatives in 2024

If you like the idea of an iMac but don't want to be in Apple's ecosystem, there are some excellent iMac alternatives you can check out.
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I was wrong about using Stage Manager on Mac

Stage Manager was a headline feature when Apple announced it in 2022. Now, I barely ever use it. Here’s what went wrong and why I’ve moved on from it.
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The best Mac keyboard shortcuts for 2024

Keyboard shortcuts are a great way to improve your efficiency and productivity using a Mac. Here are our favorite Mac keyboard shortcuts and how to use them.
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How to change the default apps on a Mac

From changing your browser and email client to opening specific file types with a new app, changing default apps on your Mac is easy and straightforward.
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How to add and remove apps from the Dock on Mac

Want to add or remove apps from your macOS Dock? Here’s a guide to help you customize a core part of the macOS experience.
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How to add and use text replacements on Mac

If you type the same thing over and over, like your name, email address, or a go-to message to a pal, you can speed things up using text replacements on Mac.
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How to force quit on a Mac

If an app gets stuck on MacOS, you can always force it to quit so you can get back to what you were doing. Follow these steps to fix the problem in no time.
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How to enable picture-in-picture for YouTube on your Mac

Sometimes you need the best of both worlds on the same screen: Work and your favorite YouTube videos. Here's how to enable picture-in-picture mode on a Mac.
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Why you should buy a MacBook Pro instead of a MacBook Air

The MacBook Air and MacBook Pro 14 are great laptops, with just $300 separating the two with the base M3 chipset. The MacBook Pro 14 is worth the extra cash.
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How to find a lost or stolen MacBook

A missing MacBook is one of the worst feelings in the world. Luckily, Apple’s Find My network will help you locate your lost laptop. Here’s how to use the app.
A person holds a MacBook Air at Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference (WWDC) in 2023.

10 Mac trackpad gestures that everyone should be using

Did you know you can open LaunchPad and hide your desktop using macOS trackpad gestures? Here’s everything you need to know about your MacBook’s built-in mouse.
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Apple just announced the dates for WWDC 2024

Apple has just confirmed the dates of WWDC 2024. Here's when the next Worldwide Developers Conference is taking place.
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How to connect AirPods to your MacBook

Pairing your AirPods or AirPods Pro to your MacBook is one of the best handshakes your machines will ever make. Here’s how to get yours connected today.
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Here’s more confirmation that 2024 will be a slow year for Macs

A new road map from a research firm indicates that the Apple M4 chip could launch in early 2025 to compete with offerings from Intel and Qualcomm
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Best Buy has a refurbished MacBook for $580, and it’s a good buy

This refurbished MacBook deal from Best Buy is incredible and you have to see it to believe it.

How to use iMessage on Windows

Apple's iMessage chat app might be an Apple exclusive, but that doesn't mean you can't use it on Windows. Here's how to do it.
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Spotify’s new Desktop Miniplayer is a godsend for multitaskers

Spotify has finally listened to the droves of users asking for a smaller, resizable miniplayer for its music and video streaming desktop app.
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UPS worker accused of nabbing $1.3M worth of iPhones and other Apple gear

A former UPS employee has been accused of stealing Apple gear worth more than $1 million from the shipping company’s warehouse before selling it on.
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How to check your Mac’s CPU and GPU temperatures

Here's how to monitor your Mac CPU and GPU temperature to help diagnose problems with solutions for both Intel-based and Apple Silicon Macs and MacBooks.
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Which color MacBook should you buy? Here’s how to pick

The MacBook Air and MacBook Pro both come in an array of colors, but which is right for you? Our guide analyzes the colors on offer to find the answer.
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Why you should buy a MacBook Air instead of a MacBook Pro

It's time to be honest with yourself: you're probably better off buying the MacBook Air.
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Apple MacBook Air (M3) review: Is it still worth buying?

The MacBook Air remains one of the best laptops you can buy for the price.
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I needed to buy a new MacBook. Here’s why I bought a power bank instead

My MacBook Pro's battery is dying, but this 65W power bank is helping me from shelling out $250 to Apple.
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How to connect two displays to a MacBook Air

You can connect multiple displays to your Apple Silicon MacBook Air for a more productive workspace, regardless of which model you have. Here’s how it’s done.
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Apple quietly backtracks on the MacBook Air’s biggest issue

The new MacBook Air M3 has two NAND chips for the SSD storage, meaning it is faster than the previous models with M3 chip.
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Spinning wheel? How to stop your Mac from freezing

It’s annoying if your Mac keeps freezing, but it’s possible to fix. We give you all the details in this guide to fixing problems if your Mac is frozen.
Baldur's Gate 3 being played on the M3 MacBook Air.

Why gaming on the M3 MacBook Air has left me impressed

The M3 MacBook Air's biggest upgrade is its graphics, so I tried out a few games to see how it performed.
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RIP to Apple’s most important MacBook

The M1 MacBook Air has been removed from the lineup, but let's look back at the laptop's important legacy.
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Why this gaming laptop is the MacBook Pro’s biggest competition

There's no laptop quite like the 14-inch MacBook Pro right now. But this gaming laptop gets surprisingly close.
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The 6 best ways Macs work with your other Apple devices

Apple’s ecosystem enables some great ways of working across multiple devices. Here are six of the best, from the Universal Control to fast document signing.
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How to check your Mac for viruses and malware

Mac systems are considered among the safest systems, but there's no guarantee they won't get infected. Here’s how to check your Mac for viruses and malware.
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How to resize an image on Mac, Windows, and a Chromebook

Whether you need to scale an image up or down, or change the aspect ratio, our guide covers how to resize images for Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS.
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How to get Spotify on a MacBook, Mac Mini, or iMac

Listen to your favorite songs, create a new playlist, or look for some new tunes. Here’s how to get Spotify on a MacBook to enjoy music while you work.
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How to change your Mac’s screen resolution in macOS Ventura

How do you change your Mac’s screen resolution? It depends on whether you have an external monitor connected, but our guide makes it super clear and easy to do.