AI triggered a RAMmageddon so bad that Apple looks like the sensible choice
I did not expect 2026 to be the year Apple looked reasonable on laptop pricing, but the rest of the PC industry left me no choice.
Experts uncover a 49-day time bomb that is likely slowing down your Mac
A newly uncovered macOS bug acts like a time bomb, freezing the system's internal network clock after 49.7 days and causing apps and websites to stop working.
3 reasons why I’m jealous of Apple’s macOS in 2026
A Windows user’s honest list of macOS features that still feel smarter, smoother, and frustratingly ahead of Windows PCs in 2026.
MacBooks are still the hardest laptops to fix, consumer group says
A new U.S. PIRG Education Fund report says Apple’s MacBooks are the least repairable laptops among the major brands it evaluated, with Apple finishing last in the 2026 rankings.
Apple’s iMac could get a massive display upgrade, but not anytime soon
Apple is working with Samsung and LG to develop a 24-inch OLED iMac with 600 nits of brightness, the largest OLED display ever on an Apple device, though a launch isn't expected until 2029 or 2030.
Don’t try this $3 app that makes your MacBook moan, but I know you want to
SlapMac, a $3 app that makes MacBooks play moans, farts, and other sound effects when hit, has gone viral after reportedly earning thousands in just days.
The Mac Pro is dead at Apple, and I’ll miss the cheese-grater powerhouse
Apple has confirmed the Mac Pro is discontinued, with no plans for a future version.
macOS 26.4 adds a neat charging feature that Windows laptops have had for years
macOS 26.4 introduces a new "Slow Charger" indicator that alerts you when your MacBook is connected to an underpowered adapter or cable, making it easier to diagnose slow charging issues.
macOS 26.4 is out now with subtle upgrades and a big hint about the future
macOS 26.4 is now available with new emoji, battery charge limits, Safari tweaks, and performance fixes, but no major Siri AI upgrades yet.
The new MacBook Neo charges faster than Apple claims
Apple's MacBook Neo charges slower than an iPhone 17 Pro out of the box — but a $59 adapter fixes that. Here's what the tests reveal.
A terrific MacBook Air rival just made its debut, but you likely won’t be able to buy it
Xiaomi has just launched a new thin-and-light laptop with Intel's Panther Lake CPU, smooth OLED display, and 24GB RAM, but availability may keep it out of reach for many buyers.
Google is readying Gemini AI app for Mac with Desktop Intelligence
Google is testing a Gemini AI app for Mac with Desktop Intelligence, allowing it to access apps and on-screen content for smarter responses.
Someone gave the MacBook Neo the 1TB storage upgrade it never got from Apple
A Chinese repair technician has done what Apple won't — squeezed 1TB of storage into the MacBook Neo via a risky NAND chip swap that voids your warranty instantly.
MacOS isn’t too much of a safe haven than Windows as infostealers come for Apple computers
MacBooks aren't the safe havens they once were. A new Sophos report reveals a clever macOS malware campaign that only needs you to paste one terminal command.
Can the $599 MacBook Neo actually handle gaming? A new test tries to find out
A new gaming test shows how Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo performs across 10 different games, highlighting both the surprising strengths and the limits of Apple’s budget laptop.
MacBook Air is getting OLED, but you’ll be waiting a few more years
Apple's OLED laptop rollout starts with MacBook Pro as early as late 2026, but MacBook Air buyers could be waiting until 2028 or 2029 for the same upgrade.
Macbook Air’s storage drive shows impressive speed gain, even beating the MacBook Pro
The M5 MacBook Air's switch to PCIe 4.0 storage delivers read speeds of 6,473 MB/s — fast enough to beat the M4 Pro MacBook Pro 16 by nearly 20%.
iMacs with bigger screen and faster chips aren’t yet dead at Apple
Apple is internally testing larger iMac models with faster chips as it considers expanding premium product tiers and evolving its desktop lineup.
Apple isn’t done yet as a new wave of Macs is lined up for 2026
Apple is reportedly preparing several new Mac releases for 2026 following the launch of the $599 MacBook Neo, signaling a broader expansion of its Mac lineup.
Apple explains how MacBook Neo is its most recycled material product ever
Apple claims its new MacBook Neo uses more recycled materials than any previous product.
MacBook Neo has slow USB ports, but they come with an intelligent warning system
The MacBook Neo has two USB-C ports that may look identical, but only one supports output to an external display. Thankfully, macOS will politely tell you if you plug your monitor into the wrong one.
5 reasons to skip the MacBook Neo and buy an older MacBook Air instead
Apple’s new MacBook Neo is the cheapest MacBook yet, but older MacBook Air may still be the better purchase.
MacBook Neo vs MacBook Air: Which affordable Apple laptop is the right pick for you?
The MacBook Neo brings the price of a MacBook down to $599, but compromises were inevitable. We compare it to the M5 MacBook Air to see which laptop offers better value.
The MacBook Neo cuts too frequently, and too deep
Apple has introduced the MacBook Neo, a new entry-level laptop designed to make macOS more accessible to a wider audience. Starting at $599, the device is the cheapest MacBook the company has released in years and is aimed at students, first-time Mac users, and buyers considering Chromebooks or lower-end Windows laptops. The laptop marks a […]
Apple MacBook Neo launched: Everything you need to know
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo brings macOS to budget buyers, but heavy compromises in hardware and features make the MacBook Air a far more capable alternative.
Apple’s Studio Display XDR will need a pretty new Mac or iPad to run at 120Hz
Apple's new Studio Display XDR delivers 120Hz ProMotion, but only the latest M5 iPad Pros and new MacBook Pros can actually run it at full speed. Older devices are capped at 60Hz.
Apple’s upcoming low-cost laptop could be the MacBook Neo
Apple appears to have accidentally leaked MacBook Neo as its new lower-cost laptop ahead of launch.
Apple reveals M5 Pro and M5 Max silicon with an all-big-core design and big performance gains
Apple has introduced its newest professional silicon, the M5 Pro and M5 Max, marking a significant leap in performance for its high-end Macs. Built on an all-big-core design that focuses on raw compute power and efficient execution of demanding workflows, these chips are aimed squarely at creative professionals, developers, and anyone whose work pushes traditional […]
Apple upgrades the base M5 MacBook Pro to 1TB storage with a $100 price hike
Apple has doubled the base storage on the M5 MacBook Pro, eliminating the 512GB option and making 1TB the new starting point. The updated configuration comes with a $100 price increase.
MacBook Air gets faster M5 chip, double the storage, and a price hike
Apple's MacBook Air just received the M5 upgrade, bringing faster AI performance, double the base storage, and a new N1 wireless chip.
MacBook Pro jumps to M5 Pro and Max silicon, faster storage, and higher prices
Apple has updated the 14 inch and 16 inch MacBook Pro with its new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, delivering faster CPU and GPU performance, improved AI acceleration, quicker SSD speeds, and support for Wi Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 5, though the upgrades come with higher starting prices.
Setapp now lets you pay for Mac and iOS apps in full or as standalone subcriptions
MacPaw now lets you avoid paying for its entire catalog of apps as a membership fee. You can now pay for lifetime access, or subscribe to only a few.
Apple’s hotly-awaited low-cost MacBook might not be so low-cost, after all
Apple's budget MacBook has crept from a $599 rumor to a $699–$749 reality — and soaring memory and cobalt costs are the reason why.
The new low-cost MacBook might lack features you actually use
A sketchy new leak claims Apple's budget MacBook could skip True Tone, fast charging, and a backlit keyboard. Here's what to watch for in March.
Apple’s touch-screen MacBook Pro will get the iPhone’s pill-shaped Dynamic Island
The hyped touch-screen overhaul of the MacBook Pro will also get rid of the notch and adopt a lively Dynamic Island.
Apple prepares new MacBooks, iPhone 17e and more for early March rollout
Apple is gearing up to unveil five new devices in early March, including a low-cost MacBook and refreshed Macs, iPhone and iPad models, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
You’ll soon be able to cap your MacBook’s charge at 80 percent to preserve battery health
Apple is bringing iPhone's Charge Limit feature to MacBooks with macOS Tahoe 26.4.
Future MacBooks might hide your screen from everyone else
A new leak suggests Apple may bring advanced privacy display tech to MacBooks to hide your screen from prying eyes.