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The latest MacOS update is bricking some people’s Macs

Apple’s latest MacOS Monterey update has been bricking some people’s Macs and causing other problems. Here’s how you can avoid running into the same issues.
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MacBook Pro 2022: M2 chip, familiar design, and more

Apple’s MacBook Pro 13 is still due for an update in 2022. What changes can we expect to see? We’ve got all the details here so you know exactly what to expect.
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The next MacBook Air could come with this surprising chip

The upcoming MacBook Air is expected to get a wide-ranging revamp later this year, but one analyst believes it could be powered by an unexpected chip.
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4 big problems with Apple’s brand-new Studio Display

Apple’s Studio Display brings an awful lot to the table, yet it also has its fair share of disappointments. Here are four problems with the new monitor.
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Apple is charging $400 for Studio Display height adjustment

Apple’s new Studio Display monitor has a $400 height adjustment add-on, showing that the company still doesn’t know how not to make a meme out of itself.
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With M1 Ultra power, tiny Apple Mac Studio targets pros

A new Mac has been revealed at Apple’s livestreamed Peek Performance show. The Mac Studio is aimed at highly demanding users.
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This bizarre MacBook Pro mod is a DIY enthusiast’s dream

Some people are buying Apple’s MacBook Pro without the display as a DIY alternative to the Mac Mini, although it’s certainly not the answer for everyone.
Members of the press photograph an Apple Pro Display XDR at WWDC 2019.

Apple may unveil this ‘wild card’ device at its March 8 show

Want to know what’s coming at Apple’s Peek Performance event? One source says Apple could reveal a “wild card” product alongside the iPhone SE and iPad Air.
The Apple logo on Apple's Peek Performance event on March 8, 2022.

Apple confirms March 8 event, hints at M2 announcement

Apple has confirmed its next event will be held on March 8, where the company is expected to unveil the iPhone SE 3, a new iPad Air, and at least one new Mac.
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7 new Macs are coming in 2022: Here’s what to expect first

This year could be a huge one for Apple’s Macs, with one analyst predicting that seven new Macs will launch in 2022, alongside new Apple Silicon chips.
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Apple’s VR headset could get these surprise iOS features

Details about Apple’s mixed-reality headset continue to leak, and now we might know more software features it will include when it launches next year.
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Using Zoom on a Mac? It may be secretly recording your audio

Mac users have noticed that Zoom is surreptitiously recording their audio. Despite the app seemingly issuing a fix, the problem apparently still persists.
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Apple may have just leaked its VR headset’s operating system

Apple’s mixed-reality headset will need some beefy software to run all its advanced features, and Apple may have just let its name slip in internal code. Oops!
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This new Google Chrome feature may boost your search history

Google has introduced a new feature to its Chrome browser called Journeys, which is intended to help finding previously searched topics a little bit easier.
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An M2 MacBook Pro is coming, but without this key feature

The entry-level MacBook Pro is due an upgrade, and Apple has a new M2 version in the works. Yet a fresh report says it’ll be lacking some popular features.
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The Mini-LED iMac Pro could be delayed until the summer

Apple’s Mini-LED iMac Pro has been pushed back to the summer, with a spring launch apparently now out of the window, according to one reputable analyst.
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Let’s face it: The upcoming iMac Pro needs a notch

The notch is undoubtedly one of Apple’s most divisive design choices. Yet it could make a hugely positive impact on the iMac Pro for one very good reason.
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Universal Control is finally here, and it’s blown my mind

Apple’s Universal Control feature has been a very long time coming, but now that it’s here, it’s fast becoming one of my favorite MacOS Monterey features.
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Apple’s iMac Pro could get an all-powerful 12-core chip

Apple’s upcoming iMac Pro could have a brand-new 12-core chip, according to a reliable leaker. That could take its performance a step above any other Mac.
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Apple’s mixed-reality headset is running out of time

Apple’s headset is beset with confusion and uncertainty. With a launch predicted for this year, time is running out for Apple to decide what it wants.
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What will Apple call its VR headset? We might have an answer

Apple’s mixed-reality headset is coming, but its name has long been a mystery. Now, we might know what it could be called, and how much it might cost.
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Apple’s mixed-reality headset could be delayed yet again

Apple’s mixed-reality headset looks to be one of its most exciting products ever, but it’s apparently been delayed again, this time potentially until 2023.
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Sweet relief: Nvidia says GPU supply will increase this year

Buying a graphics card is a nightmare right now, but Nvidia says it’s confident GPU supplies will increase later in 2022. We’ve got our fingers crossed.
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Apple’s mixed reality headset could be as powerful as the MacBook Pro

Apple’s upcoming mixed reality headset could use two beefy chips, a 96W charger, and be more powerful than previously expected, according to a new report.
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The metaverse is ‘off limits’ for Apple’s upcoming VR headset

Apple does not want its upcoming mixed reality headset to offer a completely virtual world that shuts off users in the metaverse, according to a new report.
The Showcase Hologram Solo PC case with a holographic effect in use.

This PC case emits animated holograms from both the side and top

One PC case specialist has come up with a crazy gimmick that is bound to start turning heads: A PC case with an integrated holographic display. What next?
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Apple’s AR headset could now come with 3 immersive displays

A new rumor has claimed Apple’s mixed reality headset will come with three displays instead of two, potentially dealing up an even more immersive experience.
A person using the Asus TUF F15 gaming laptop.

Asus updates its budget TUF laptop range with a dedicated performance switch

Want a budget gaming laptop that won’t break the bank? Asus has updated its range of TUF gaming laptops at CES 2022 and thinks they could be what you need.
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AMD launches entry-level RX 6500 XT GPU for budget-conscious gamers

During its CES 2022 keynote event, AMD unveiled the RX 6500 XT graphics card, a new budget-friendly desktop GPU for gamers who aren’t looking to break the bank
Apple M1 chip on a motherboard.

Every Mac could have a speedy Apple Silicon chip by June

Apple’s two-year transition away from Intel chips is nearing completion, and one report says the company will wrap things up by its WWDC event in June.
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This smart app makes the MacBook Pro’s notch super useful

The New MacBook Pro’s notch is certainly divisive, but there’s one app that can make it much more useful with support for custom buttons and shortcuts.
Members of the press photograph an Apple Pro Display XDR at WWDC 2019.

A more affordable high-end Apple monitor could launch soon

Rumors that Apple is working on a secret monitor just received a huge boost from a reliable source. In fact, the news has implications for Apple’s Macs, too.
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How to share your Apple Music library on Mac, iOS, and more

Got an Apple Music library you want to share? Doing so is quick and easy with Home Sharing on your Mac and iOS devices -- we’ll show you exactly how it’s done.
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Apple’s secret monitors leak, hint at a refreshed Mac Pro

Want a better Mac monitor? Apple is apparently working on three new displays, with some boasting mini-LED panels and 120Hz dynamic refresh rates.