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These are the 10 settings I always change on a new Mac

Every Mac has a bunch of settings you can change to radically improve how it works. Here’s what I adjust on each Mac I buy to get even more from my computer.
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This simple app changed how I use my Mac forever

Copying and pasting in macOS seems pretty basic, but there’s one Mac app that gives it such a huge boost that Apple should really sit up and take notice.
A MacBook Pro running macOS Sonoma at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2023.

7 key settings in macOS Sonoma you should change right now

Many of the best new features in macOS Sonoma are not enabled by default, meaning you miss out on them if you don’t turn them on. Here’s how to do it.
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The MacBook Pro we all want is still many years away

Apple might be on the road to an OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro, in a few years.
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All the best macOS Sonoma tips and tricks you need to know

Find out how to get more from macOS Sonoma and uncover some of its most useful features with these clever tips and tricks for Apple’s operating system.
A MacBook Pro 13-inch on a table.

A major era in MacBook history is finally over

We're living in a golden age of MacBook glory. But only since the removal of the 13-inch MacBook Pro were we able to officially embrace it.
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Here’s why people are raising concerns about the M3 Pro MacBook Pro

Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro hasn't gotten much attention this week, which may have been on purpose.
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Here’s more proof that Apple is wrong about MacBook memory

Some new testing has been published that calls into question Apple's defense of the amount of memory it puts in its high-end MacBook Pro.
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MacBook Pro 14-inch vs. MacBook Pro 13-inch: Which one should you buy?

With the arrival of M3 chips, it’s harder than ever to pick a MacBook Pro. Should you get the 14-inch or 13-inch version? Our guide has the answers.
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How to buy and configure a new iMac without wasting money

Apple has just a single iMac, but with the M3 update, there are a few important configurations to choose between.
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Shopping at Apple this holiday season? You should know this

Apple has released some important information for anyone purchasing one of its products during the upcoming holiday season.
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Will my computer automatically update for daylight saving time?

Check out these solutions you can try if you're having trouble with your Windows or Mac automatically updating for daylight saving time.
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Why the MacBook Air is still stuck on the M2

For now, we'll have to wait until the MacBook Air gets updated with the M3. Here's why.
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The M3 Max makes the MacBook Pro look like a nearly unbeatable laptop

Apple has announced a refresh to the MacBook Pro that makes it even more powerful and difficult to challenge.
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The M3 iMac is here, but it’s missing its most requested change

Apple has announced the M3 iMac, but the anticipated changes to peripherals didn't end up panning out.
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Apple just did something unprecedented with its new M3 chips

Apple's new M3 chips are officially here, but they were announced in a way that Apple's never done before.
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Whatever you do, don’t buy a MacBook Pro right now

Apple may announce new MacBook Pros next week, and they're worth waiting for.
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The MacBook boom is over

Apple has enjoyed three years of massive success for the Mac. But that surge has most definitely come to an end.
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How to keep your MacBook from sleeping

If you find yourself using a MacBook that needs to stay on at all times, there are a few ways to stop it from sleeping. Here's how to do it.
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Why it’s still a good time to buy an M2 MacBook Air

It's still a good time to buy the M2 MacBook Air, even with the M3 update waiting in the wings.
Apple's Craig Federighi presents new features in macOS Sonoma at the company's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2023.

Common macOS Sonoma problems and how to fix them

Having trouble with Apple’s macOS Sonoma operating system? We’ve got the fixes to the most common problems, helping you get your Mac back up and running again.
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This app lets me use iMessage on my Android phone. Here’s how it works

Apple may never put iMessage on Android, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. Here's how you can chat away on iMessage on an Android phone right now.
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This hidden menu has forever changed how I use my Mac

I recently came across a hidden macOS feature that has saved me a ton of time on my Mac -- and it could do the same for you. Here’s what it is and how it works.
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You can play almost any Windows game on Mac — here’s how

With tools like CrossOver and the new Game Porting Toolkit, it's now possible play almost any Windows game on Mac. Here's how.
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There are too many MacBooks

With six different MacBooks now in the lineup, it's become more difficult than ever to make the right choice.
The lid of Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air seem from above.

MacBook Air 15-inch vs. MacBook Air 13-inch: which to buy

The new MacBook Air 15 is likely to perform similarly to the smaller MacBook Pro 13, with comparable display quality. So the choice comes down entirely to size.
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Have an iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch? You need to update it right now

If you have an Apple device, you need to update it right now. Apple found two major security vulnerabilities, and a new update fixes both of them.
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MacBooks may finally catch up to Windows laptops in this one important way

A new patent says that one of the biggest missing features on MacBooks might finally make an appearance.
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There’s a MacBook that Apple has no right to continue selling

Apple has a brand new 15-inch MacBook Air, and yet, it's still selling a much worse MacBook for the same price.
Apple's John Ternus stands next to an image of the 15-inch MacBook Air at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2023.

There’s great news if you want to buy Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air

Despite skepticism over whether the 15-inch MacBook Air is worth your cash, new testing shows a whole bunch of ways it outperforms Apple’s 13-inch model.
15-inch MacBook Air shown at WWDC 2023.

The 15-inch MacBook Air repeats one of Apple’s worst mistakes

Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air comes with a familiar problem that proves Apple still hasn’t learned from its past mistakes. Here’s what you need to know.
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How to connect an iPhone to a Mac

You can connect your iPhone to your Mac with a cable or wireless connection. Then you can sync, update, work with data, or use the Continuity features.
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air on a desk, with macOS Sonoma running on its display.

Apple’s next MacBook Air could be a huge step forward

The 15-inch MacBook Air has only just come to light, but Apple is already working on a next-generation upgrade with an M3 chip -- and it may change everything.
Apple's M2 MacBook Air is super thin and light.

MacBook Air 15-inch: price, release date, battery life, and more

The MacBook Air 15 is official, and it's coming soon. Here's everything you need to know about pricing, release date, performance, and more.