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A MacBook Air is shown with the Bitdefender for Mac dashboard open.

I tested the most popular free antivirus apps for Mac. Here are the very best

Your Mac is at risk from malware, so we made a list of the best free antivirus software to protect your personal and financial data from hackers.
A person using the M4 MacBook Pro.

M4 MacBook Pro: Here’s everything we know so far

The MacBook Air on a white table.

The MacBook Air just got a surprise upgrade that everyone will love

MacBook Pro with M4

The new M4 MacBook Pro comes with these 7 major changes

Someone holding a new Mac mini in their hand.

14 years later, the Mac mini has finally been reborn

Apple Intelligence on the Apple iPhone 16 Plus.

Apple Intelligence is coming to these languages in April

Apple's Craig Federighi introduces window tiling in macOS Sequoia at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in 2024.

Apple October Mac launch: everything we expect to be announced next week

the Perplexity desktop app

One of the hottest AI apps just came to the Mac (and it’s not ChatGPT)

Apple MacBook Pro 16 downward view showing keyboard and speaker.

Mac sales are nosediving

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Your 2018 MacBook Air is officially ‘vintage’

macOS Sequoia being introduced by Apple's Craig Federighi at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

There’s so much more to macOS Sequoia than just Apple Intelligence

A NeXTcube computer running the NeXTSTEP operating system.

35 years ago, Steve Jobs launched an obscure operating system that changed everything

Apple CEO Tim Cook looks at a display of brand new redesigned MacBook Air laptop during the WWDC22

An entirely new line of Macs may launch in just a few weeks

Apple will host a special event to launch a new range of M4 Macs in the coming weeks, according to a well-connected reporter. Here’s what we expect to see.
The Ultramarine iPhone 16.

Apple just proved it learned from the Touch Bar’s failure

Apple’s Touch Bar was a failure, but the iPhone 16’s new Camera Control shows that Apple has learned from its past mistakes in order to make something better.
Greg Joswiak presents the iPhone 16 Pro at Apple's 'It's Glowtime' iPhone 16 event in September 2024.

Here’s why Macs were a no-show at today’s Apple event

Amid the iPhones and Apple Watches, the Mac was absent from Apple’s Glowtime event. What happened and when will we see new Macs? Here’s what you need to know.
The Mac mini on a wooden desk.

Even a redesigned Mac mini won’t win me over

Rumors suggest that the Mac mini is due for its biggest redesign in almost 15 years, but it still might not be enough to convince me to buy one. Here’s why.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 downward view showing keyboard and speaker.

MacBook Pro may make an exciting change to its RAM

After more than a decade of using 8GB of RAM in its base models, Apple may be switching to 16GB with the upcoming M4 series.
Security and Privacy settings open on a MacBook.

I’d never use a Mac without first changing these 8 security settings

Keeping your Mac safe and secure is incredibly important, but how do you actually do it? Simple: just change these macOS settings for increased peace of mind.
A concept image of a hacker at work in a dark room.

This new threat proves that Macs aren’t immune from malware

The latest malware threat for Mac users targets popular browsers that you could be using this very instant. Which ones are affected?
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These 8 apps will transform your Mac into something much more powerful

Bored of doing repetitive tasks on your Mac? Give these apps a try. They’re all expertly made to automate work in macOS, saving you a bunch of time and hassle.
The OpenAI desktop app showing the text input window

The ChatGPT app for Mac just got this helpful new feature

Using Option + Space, the ChatGPT app for Mac can now open up side by side with other apps.
A person works on a computer in a home office.

How to free up RAM on Mac and PC

Are your computer tasks taking up a little too much RAM and causing slowdowns or crashes? Expanding your RAM isn't always possible: Here's what to do instead.
Disney Plus on a MacBook Pro.

A ‘dramatic’ Mac redesign may launch later this year

A new leak suggests that a dramatic redesign is coming to some of Apple’s Macs. Which models are in line for an overhaul and what can we expect to see?
A person using a MacBook Air connected to two monitors.

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.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 downward view showing keyboard and speaker.

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 Option+Space shortcut of the macOS ChatGPT app.

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.
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 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.
A screenshot of iMovie open with a title screen on the image.

5 free video editors you should use instead of iMovie

Apple’s iMovie is a solid video-editing app, but if you’re looking for something a little more powerful, there are plenty of excellent free alternatives.
Login screen on a MacBook.

The best password managers for Mac

Are you looking for a safe and simple way to save and access logins on your computer? Check out these best password managers for Mac to make a solid choice.
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.
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.
Yasuke in Assassin's Creed Shadows fighting an enemy. He's dressed in his samurai armor.

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.