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From USB-A to Thunderbolt: The definitive guide to the ports on your Apple devices
Lightning, Thunderbolt, MagSafe? Here's what they all mean.
Reviews
14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro review: The sweet spot
It's $400 more than the base 14-inch model, but you'll be glad you paid the difference.
News
Report: Apple's upcoming A18 and M4 chips to get boosted AI capabilities
The iPhone 16 release will be part of Apple's AI push.
Deal
Get a 15-inch MacBook Air for $999 in this wild blowout sale
Best Buy is selling the 256GB model for $1,049 and the 512GB model for $1,249.
Mac 911
Can't authorize something with a Safari round-trip? Change your default browser temporarily
Some apps load Safari for web-based authentication round-trips.
How-To
How to shut down a Mac
Need to power down your Mac but not sure what to do? Here's a few different methods to try.
How-To
How to upgrade your M2 Mac mini without paying Apple's high prices
There's a lot you can do to upgrade your Mac mini after you buy it.
Reviews
Satechi Stand & Hub for Mac mini with SSD Enclosure review
Defy Apple's no user-upgrade rules by sitting your Mac mini on top of this hub stand that adds front-facing ports and an internal SSD
News
The last MacBook Pro with an optical drive is officially dead in Apple's eyes
The 2012 13-inch MacBook Pro is no longer supported by the company.
Mac 911
Connect an old Apple display to a new Mac to give it new life
Many people still have working Apple displays from years past. Here’s a guide explaining how to connect an old Mac monitor to a new Mac.
News
Jony Ive apparently led a 'big war' at Apple to kill the MacBook Air
According to Walt Mossberg, Jony Ive had more product power under Tim Cook, and had this risky idea.
News
It's worth repeating: New iPads, M3 MacBook Air coming in March
Apple's spring release cycle could be a big one this year.
How-To
The best macOS feature you don't know you're using: Optimized Battery Charging
System setting helps your MacBook's battery last longer.
Mac 911
What wattage USB-C charger can you use to charge a MacBook?
Universal compatibility means just that.
Stay Foolish
The Mac is immortal
In a world where many devices seem to evaporate after only a matter of months, the Mac endures.
Reviews
14-inch MacBook Pro M3 review
The base model M3 MacBook Pro is an odd fit in Apple's laptop lineup.
How-To
Upload your photos to iCloud and make space on your Mac's hard drive
How to transfer photos from your Mac to iCloud storage the right way! Upload photos from your Mac to iCloud and save space on your Mac without losing your valuable photos!
Feature
Video: Steve Jobs unveils the very first Macintosh
Forty years ago, the Mac was revealed at Apple's annual shareholders meeting. You can relive that moment, thanks to the Internet Archive.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Go behind the scenes at Steve Jobs' iconic 1984 Macworld photoshoot
The photographer behind the iconic Steve Jobs cover of the very first issue of Macworld 40 years ago tells the story of how the photo came to be. (Transcript included.)
Deal
This brand-new 512GB M2 Mac mini has never been cheaper
Amazon is selling the 512GB Mac mini for $676, a savings of $124.
News
Watch the original Mac team reunite at CHM's 40th anniversary event
Watch the event on YouTube on January 24 at 7 p.m. Pacific.
Mac 911
How to keep your Mac from logging you out while idle
Some people want this feature for security or to have apps restart.
Deal
Take $200 off the M3 MacBook Pro in this all-time-low sale
Amazon is selling the new entry-level model for $1,399.
How-To
Should I shut down my Mac every night?
How often you should shut down your MacBook. We run through the pros and cons of shutting down your MacBook vs letting it sleep, and explain how to shut down a Mac and how to schedule it to shut down and start up again.
Reviews
Mobile Pixels Geminos Dual Vertical FHD Monitor review
Save your neck with this ergonomic vertically stacked two-screen monitor
Deal
Get ready for Vision Pro with $250 off a 15-inch MacBook
Amazon is selling the 256GB model for $1,049 and the 512GB model for $1,249.
How-To
How to right-click on a Mac
Wondering how do you right click on a Mac? Here's how to right click on a trackpad, Apple mouse, Magic Mouse, or any mouse.
Feature
How the M3 Ultra will forever change Apple's desktop Macs
If the M3 Max is any indication, the M3 Ultra will be a beast.
News
Report: Enhanced 3nm M3 Ultra to debut in Mac Studio this summer
No mention of a Mac Pro upgrade.
Mac 911
How to troubleshoot migrating from an older Mac to a new one
If “transfer to another Mac” doesn’t appear, you can work through several options.
Opinion
If you got a new Mac for Christmas, you should probably exchange it
The one you got for Christmas already needs more memory.
Feature
Everything switchers should know before buying an M3 MacBook Pro
A guide for newcomers to Apple's high-end laptop.
How-To
10 things you need to do first with your new Mac
Want to know what to do with your new MacBook or Mac? Get started down the path towards being a power Mac user with these tips for setting up and using your new Mac.
Mac 911
How to pan and zoom Continuity Camera in macOS
An obscure new feature gives you more camera framing control.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2024
2024 promises to be a big year for Apple. What should we expect, besides the typical iPhone and Mac upgrades? It’s all on this on this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
News
M3 iMac teardown reveals the inside has changed as much as the outside
There's just one small change in the internal design.
Stay Foolish
3 stories in 2023 that were bigger than the iPhone 15
Silicon, AI, and AR shaped the year for Apple.
Mac 911
Files or folders can't be deleted in a Time Machine backup using APFS
APFS volumes used for Time Machine have immutable backup snapshots.
News
You can now diagnose iPhone and Mac problems without going to an Apple Store
Apple has made its Diagnostic suites available to all users as part of its Self Service Repair program.
Mac 911
How to find a missing iPhone or iPad when it's nearly out of power
Find My can provide location information until a device’s battery is fully depleted.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Apple's 2023 year in review
With 2023 coming to a close it’s time to take a look back at the year for Apple.
How-To
How to use a VPN on a Mac
Want to view content not available in your country and prevent anyone from tracking you as you browse the web? Here's how to set up and use a VPN on your Mac.
News
Get a rare look at Apple's most iconic moments as the Mac turns 40
Computer History Museum exhibit includes pirate flag and '1984' costume.
Best Picks
M1 vs M3 iMac: What is the difference?
Looking for an iMac? Here's how the M1 and M3 models compare–and how much better the M3 is than the iMac Pro.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Your hot takes on RCS coming to iPhone, Mac RAM, and more
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, itu2019s all about your hot takes! You have thoughts on a couple of hot-button topics! Letu2019s hear what you have to say!
News
Forget flowers, this spring will be all about M3 iPads and Macs
A new 12.9-inch iPad Air is coming–along with yet another Apple Pencil.
Feature
PSA: You can save hundreds at the Apple Store just by asking
Holiday shopping tip: Apple will price-match any sale from a certified reseller—even after you bought something.
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