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Mac 911
How to avoid force ejecting mounted volumes in macOS
Sometimes, an external drive, disk image, or other mounted volume refuses to leave macOS of its own free will.
How-To
How to join Apple’s beta program and test the new software coming at WWDC
Beta testers can try out pre-release versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS & tvOS. Here's how Apple's beta program works.
Reviews
Dell U2723QE review
Suitable monitors for the Mac are not so easy to find. With the U2723QE, Dell presents a model that goes well with Macs.
Mac 911
How to recover deleted notes in the Notes app
There’s an easy way and a hard way to recover lost entries in the Notes app for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.
News
Apple's AI emoji feature will spice up your chats
Get ready for ‘custom emojis on the fly' in iOS 18 and macOS 15.
Reviews
Logitech Wave Keys review
Apple once had a nice clacking mechanical keyboard, but those days are long gone. If you want a modern alternative, Logitech has the Wave Keys.
News
OLED displays may be coming to the MacBook Pro sooner than later
Apple's laptop will follow the path of this year's iPad Pro.
News
We could be less than two years away from the first large-screen folding MacBook
But get ready to pay a very high price to be the first to own one.
Mac 911
How to fix your mail host refusing to send email from your address
A mail host may prevent you from sending messages it doesn’t think you have permission to send from.
News
Yay! Systems Settings will get an interface tune-up in macOS 15
In addition, 'Apple ID' is changing its name to 'Apple Account.'
Opinion
9-core vs. 10-core M4
Here's what you get when you spend more on that new iPad Pro. And what could an M4 Mac look like?
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2025
Technology is all about what’s coming next, and in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’re talking about what we can see from Apple in 2025
Feature
12 incredibly useful ways to repurpose an old Mac mini
Just because you're replacing your old Mac mini doesn't mean you need to get rid of it.
News
Don't expect the Mac Studio and Mac Pro to be updated at WWDC–or in 2024
Updates to the high-end desktop Macs won't happen until 2025.
Mac 911
Is your Mac sluggish or running hot? Here's what to do
Sometimes quitting apps and restarting the Mac is the best course of action.
News
Intel's new Thunderbolt Share app is already on your Mac for free
New Intel tech brings direct PC-to-PC connectivity for a fee.
Mac 911
Control a Mac remotely over a local network
If you have multiple Macs in your home or office on the same local area network, you can observe or control another Mac on that network.
Updated
How to clear disk space on a Mac
Find out what's taking up space on your Mac and learn the best ways to free up disk space and increase the storage available on your Mac.
News
OpenAI announces new Mac app and improved ChatGPT-4o model for all
The new model is much faster and available even to free users, but the Mac app will be for subscribers first.
How-To
How to check a Mac’s free hard drive space
Wondering if your Mac has enough storage space for that massive download? Wonder no more.
How-To
Why is my Mac fan so loud? How to fix an overheating Mac
Here's how to fix a noisy MacBook fan, how to stop the fan kicking in, and how to cool down your Mac and stop it overheating
How-To
How to use Mac Recovery Mode
Need to use macOS Recovery mode? We look at the key combinations you need to start a Mac in Recovery mode & what to do once there.
How-To
How to find and delete duplicate files on Mac
Looking for a duplicate file finder for your Mac? Here's we'll explain how to find and delete duplicate files using the Finder and other options so you can save space and maybe even speed up your Mac.
More Color
The M4 sets the iPhone and Mac on a new path
Now that the M4 iPad Pro is here, what will this mean for the chips coming to the iPhone and Mac?
How-To
How to reset the NVRAM, PRAM, and SMC on any Mac
If you're experiencing weird glitches with your Mac, doing a reset of your MacBook or desktop Mac could help. Here's how to reset the NVRAM, PRAM, and SMC on either an Intel or M-Series Mac.
News
Apple to employ AI cloud servers using its own processors
M-series chips will be used in data centers to provide AI services, according to a recent report.
News
Benchmarks show the M4 iPad Pro is faster and smarter than an M3 MacBook Pro
Geekbench 6 shows a 25 percent multi-core improvement.
Opinion
Apple's M3 processor is a victim of bad timing
The chip that was supposed to be the next generation of Apple silicon has suddenly become a footnote in Apple history.
News
Apple reveals new AI-enhanced versions of Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro
New iPad and Mac versions arrive with enhanced editing tools and AI features.
Updated
Apple's Let Loose event: When it starts, what's expected and what you need to know
Find out what's coming at the 7th May Apple event, including start times, the likely announcements and how to watch.
News
Forget new iPads, Apple is actually working on a touchscreen Mac
A patent filed by Apple describes a tablet device that can run macOS.
How-To
How to clear cache on a Mac
Find out how to delete different types of Mac cache and which you should leave alone in our guide to how to clear cache on MacBook or Mac.
Reviews
Baseus Blade HD Laptop Power Bank review: Flat-out impressive
The flat design of this power bank makes it good for traveling.
Updated
It's World Password Day! These tips will make your passwords stronger
You know you need a strong and secure password. We help you create one and advise on the tools built into your device that can help.
News
Safari to get an AI boost in iOS 18, macOS 15 with smarter search, web page 'eraser'
A new rumor claims Safari 18 will be at the forefront of Apple's AI push this fall.
Reviews
NordPass review: Great security and plenty of extra
A password manager is an essential app these days, and NordPass is definitely one to try
Reviews
Journey Nexa laptop sleeve review
The Nexa case impresses with its beautiful design, excellent workmanship, and unique selling point: integrated chargers for iPhone and AirPods.
Mac 911
Apple Thunderbolt Display requires native Thunderbolt, not just USB-C
Apple’s favorite older display works with newer Macs only with a Thunderbolt port.
How-To
How to copy and paste on a MacBook or Mac
Guide to cut & paste on Mac including how to paste without formatting, paste between devices, extended clipboard options, and how to see your Mac clipboard.
Feature
FineWoven will join a long line of short-lived Apple failures
If Apple is really killing its FineWoven bands and cases this year, they will have good company.
How-To
How to edit a PDF on Mac
It's quick and easy to edit a PFD on a Mac. Here's how to add text, signatures and annotations to PDFs on your Mac – and it needn't cost a penny.
How-To
How to back up a MacBook or Mac
You know you should back up your Mac, here are the five best Mac backup methods, make sure you do one before it's too late!
Mac 911
How to find out what devices are logged into your iCloud account
Feeling paranoid, justifiably or not? See a list of all devices associated with your iCloud account.
Reviews
Apple Time Machine review
You know you need to back up your Mac. Time Machine is an easy way to do so, but does it do enough?
Mac 911
How to make noncontiguous selections in Pages, Numbers, and Keynote
Apple added a feature that’s decades old to its suite of "office" applications.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: The A18 and M4 are all about AI
This year, Apple wants to make a big impression with its AI efforts, and we’re starting to get a peek as to what we could expect, and its starts with Apple’s chips. We talk about the upcoming A18 Pro and the M4 chips and Apple’s plans, in this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
Deal
This USB-C dock turns your MacBook Air into a MacBook Pro for just $16
Take 60% off this Baseus 7-in-1 USB C Hub.
News