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How to format SD cards on Mac (and common issues and fixes)

If you have an SD card that you want to use for a new project or system, or one that’s receiving errors, learn how to format an SD card on Mac.
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The best Mac games for 2024

The best Mac games include everything from low-key indies like Stardew Valley to dense RPGs like Disco Elysium. Here are the best games to try playing in 2024.
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How to find and copy a file path on Mac

Do you need to find or copy the full path of a file or folder? With these different ways to get the file path on Mac, use whichever works best for you.
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I never knew I needed this mini Mac app, but now I can’t live without it

Quick Tab is a brilliant little app that greatly improves app switching in macOS. It’s simple, easy to use, and is a genius solution to a finicky Mac problem.
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How to erase and restore your Mac to factory settings

Resetting your Mac to factory settings is essential if you plan on selling it and can also help fix stubborn problems that seem to have no other solution.
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How to back up your Mac and keep your files safely stored

It’s important to back up your Mac to ensure your files are protected from disaster. Here are the best ways to do it and keep everything safe and sound.
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How to delete a user on your Mac and free up disk space

If your Mac has unused accounts that are taking up disk space, there’s a simple way to delete them. Here's how you remove those accounts in a few simple steps.
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How to speed up your Mac and get it back into shape

If your Mac has slowed down, don’t panic. There are plenty of ways you can speed it up again, and our handy guide will show you all the best ways to do so.
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Here’s why I finally gave up on using Safari on my Mac

I used the Safari web browser on my Mac for years, until one day I finally gave it up. Here’s why I changed my browsing habits -- and what I’m using instead.
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How to find passwords on a Mac, MacBook, and Mac Mini

Wondering how to find passwords on Mac? You have a couple of convenient places to access saved passwords on MacOS.
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There will be good news for Mac fans this year after all

A fresh report claims Apple is working on a new Mac Pro and Mac Studio, but there are still plenty of reasons why 2024 could be a year to forget for Mac fans.
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Here’s why 2024 is going to be a slow year for the Mac

Between the Vision Pro launch and delayed chip upgrades, 2024 could be a quiet year for the Mac. Despite that, there are still a few reasons to be hopeful.
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I need to change how I use Apple tech in 2024. Here’s how I’m going to do it

Despite using Apple devices every day, I want to change the way I interact with the company’s products. Here’s my 2024 New Year’s resolution for all my tech.
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These accessories will take your iMac to the next level

Your iMac deserves the best iMac accessories. We have a list of the top peripherals to get for iMacs both new and old, no matter what your budget is like.
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Mac Studio vs. iMac vs. Mac mini: don’t make a mistake

Learn how to pick between Apple's three desktop Macs, which are all based on Apple chipsets but are quite different in price, specs, and performance.
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After decades of Windows loyalty, I’m switching to Mac

After decades of being a Windows devotee, I've decided to make a transition to all-Apple computing. It's a big step, and here are the reasons why.
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My hopes for a new iMac Pro have been dashed — for now

A new report has outlined Apple’s plans for 2024, but the iMac Pro isn’t mentioned at all. Does this mean the pro-level Mac is still a long way from release?
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New MacBooks are coming, but they aren’t worth waiting for

The M3 MacBook Air is reportedly on the way, but you probably don't need to worry about waiting for it.
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Everyone who should (and shouldn’t) buy the M3 MacBook Pro

The M3 MacBook Pro is bewildering, but there's a reason for its existence that runs deep in Mac strategy and marketing.
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Apple has a chance to fix Mac gaming for good in 2024

Mac gaming has come on leaps and bounds in 2023, but there’s still work to do. If Apple is going to fix it, there’s one massive thing it needs to do next year.
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Apple has a chance to fix its worst product next year

A new rumor indicates that Apple may finally revisit the infamous Magic Mouse. Will The company finally fix it?
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Will the Vision Pro replace the Mac? Why Apple will have to tread carefully

There’s a chance the Vision Pro may replace the Mac for some users, yet Apple is trying hard to make sure that doesn’t happen -- and that you buy both products.
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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.
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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.
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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.