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An interior view of Nvidia's Drive Concierge in-car infotainment system, showing various in-car displays in use.

Nvidia’s Drive Concierge will fill your car with screens

Nvidia has revealed two new smart car systems at its GTC show, including Drive Concierge, an in-vehicle infotainment setup that will power your car’s displays.
Computing News
Apple products are seen in the store.

The 7 best Macs of all time

Apple has made lots of great computers over the years, but none more so than this selection of Macs. The classics range from the iMac G3 to the M1 MacBook Pro.
Computing Features
MacOS showing a QuickTime Player screen recording and a Safari window.

How to record your screen on a Mac

Recording your screen on a Mac is easy and quick to do. In this guide, we’ll show you two simple ways to do it that you can use with a few quick clicks.
Computing Guides
Gentler Streak app on an Apple Watch.

I found an app that shows Apple how to fix the Apple Watch

The Apple Watch is the best smartwatch you can buy, but it has one major problem. I found an app that helps fix it, and now it’s time for Apple to take note.
Wearables Mobile
A conceptual MacBook keyboard.

We may have a first glimpse of haptic Mac keyboards, and I’m already sold

Apple is working on banishing the MacBook’s physical keyboard, but this might not be such a disaster. In fact, it could make Apple’s laptops better than ever.
Computing Features
MacOS Catalina Hands-on | Macbook Pro

The best free music players for MacOS

Tired of the Mac's default music player? There are better options beyond Apple Music. Here are some cost-free alternatives with new looks and more capabilities.
Computing Best Ofs
Person sitting and using a Windows Surface computer with Windows 11.

I tried to ditch Windows for MacOS, but I keep coming back

I love using MacOS, but I’m just not ready to quit Windows. Here’s why Microsoft keeps me coming back for more, even when I want to ditch it for good.
Computing Features
The 12-inch MacBook being used on a table.

It sounds mad, but a new 12-inch MacBook might actually work

Apple’s 12-inch MacBook could be making a comeback, and that might be a great idea. But there are a few major problems Apple has to fix this time around.
Computing Features
A close-up of a MacBook illuminated under neon lights.

Oh great, now scalpers are selling government appointments

Not satisfied with upending the GPU market by eating up stock and driving up prices, scalpers have now turned their greedy attention to government appointments.
Computing News
The M2 MacBook Air sitting on a desk.

MacBook Air 2022: M2 chip, new colors, thinner bezels, and more

Apple’s next MacBook Air got a huge upgrade at WWDC 2022, marking the most momentous refresh in years. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s new.
Computing Guides
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.
Computing News
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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.
Computing News
Apple CEO Tim Cook looks at a display of brand new redesigned MacBook Air laptop during the WWDC22

The MacBook line is already messy, and its future looks even more chaotic

If the rumors are true, Apple plans to add even more MacBooks to an already bloated laptop lineup. It’s time the company fixed this bewildering situation.
Computing Features
Apple's Craig Federighi introducing macOS Ventura at WWDC 2022.

6 key MacOS Ventura features Apple didn’t tell you about

WWDC 2022 was full of MacOS Ventura updates, but there were still plenty that Apple never mentioned. Here are the best ones that Apple left out of the keynote.
Computing Features
Stage manager in macOS Ventura.

I tried Stage Manager on my Mac, and now I don’t want to go back

Apple introduced MacOS Ventura at WWDC, and with it came a new feature called Stage Manager that has the potential to alter the way you use your Mac forever.
Computing Features
The redesigned MacBook Air at WWDC 2022.

Hate the notch? Too bad, it’s on the new M2 MacBook Air

The MacBook Air has received a major update from Apple at the company’s WWDC show. There’s a new M2 chip, overhauled chassis design, and even a display notch.
Computing News
An iPad and an external display using Stage Manager in iPadOS 16.

Apple just gave you a reason to ditch your Mac for an iPad

Apple’s WWDC show has brought a major update to iPadOS that could convince many people to switch out their Mac or PC for a new iPad. Here’s how it works.
Tablets Mobile
Apple logo on screen in front of group of people.

4 annoying MacOS problems Apple needs to fix at WWDC

Apple’s WWDC show is fast approaching, and it’s a great chance for the company to fix a bunch of problems in MacOS. Here’s what Apple needs to change.
Computing Features
A person using Outlook on a Macbook.

How to fix the “Update Apple ID Settings” bug in MacOS Catalina

There’s a bug in MacOS Catalina that persistently pesters you to update your Apple ID settings. Any attempt to do this seems to fail, with the alert bugging you over and over again. Luckily, there’s a fix -- we’ve got all the details on how to fix this bug right here, so read on to end the frustration.
Computing Guides
2017 MacBook 12-inch

How to turn off notifications on your Mac

Mac notifications can be a pain if you’re trying to focus on work or watch a movie. Luckily, with a few tweaks, you can block notifications once and for all.
Computing Guides
The M1-powered MacBook Pro viewed from a high angle.

Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch buying guide: Intel or M1?

Want to buy an Apple MacBook Pro 13? There are some big choices to make, but our buying guide is here to show you exactly what you need and what you do not.
Computing Guides
The M1-powered Macbook Air, open on a table.

MacBook Air buying guide: How to choose your storage, RAM, and more

Want to buy an M1 MacBook Air? Our guide will show you everything you need to know before purchasing, from how much RAM to get to what SSD size you need.
Computing Guides
The manager selection screen in FIFA 22.

FIFA 22 career mode guide: Start your road to glory

If you’re new to FIFA 22, it can feel like there’s a lot to learn. Don’t worry, though, as our beginners’ tips guide will show you everything you need to know.
Gaming
A person conducting a Zoom call on a laptop while sat at a desk.

Privacy groups slam Zoom’s plans to monitor your emotions

Video-calling app Zoom could soon start monitoring your emotions in real time, but opponents say this move could become a privacy and security disaster.
Computing News
Apple CEO, Tim Cook, stands on stage at the September 2021 Fall Apple Event.

Apple’s October 18 event expected to feature M1X MacBook, AirPods 3, and more

Apple is hosting its next event on October 18, when the MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and AirPods will all get major revamps in one of the year’s biggest shows.
Computing
Man using Adobe Premiere Pro on iMac

You can now export videos 10x faster in Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Premiere Pro has just seen a major improvement, with video exports now happening up to ten times faster in certain situations, according to Adobe.
Computing News
A concept visual of a foldable screen MacBook Folio.

Apple’s folding MacBook could be incredibly thin and light

Apple’s secret foldable MacBook just took another big step forward, according to a new report, which is good news for anyone waiting on the intriguing product.
Tablets Computing
Silhouette of male hand typing on laptop keyboard at night.

Big tech firms are teaming up to banish passwords for good

Apple, Google, and Microsoft are working together on a new system that could consign passwords weak and strong to the history books. It’s coming later this year.
Computing News
The Firefox iPhone app.

Firefox is falling behind, but I’m not ready to quit it yet

These days, most people use Google Chrome to browse the internet. But as Firefox hits its 100th version, there are many reasons I keep coming back to it.
Computing Features
Two Safari windows and the Safari menu bar History menu on MacOS Monterey

How to master Safari tabs in MacOS Monterey

These are the top tips and tricks to mastering Safari on your Mac. Put them to use, and you’ll have new ways to get even more from Apple’s MacOS web browser.
Computing Guides
Live Text in MacOS Monterey highlighting some text in a photo

How to use Live Text in MacOS Monterey

Apple’s MacOS Monterey lets you scan images for text thanks to a new feature called Live Text. Here’s everything you need to know about how to use it.
Computing Apple
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger delivers the Day 1 closing keynote at IAA Mobility.

Think the chip shortage is nearly over? Intel has bad news

The global chip shortage has been easing in recent months, but Intel’s CEO says we’re not out of the woods yet, with problems expected until at least 2024.
Computing News
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Surface Laptop Studio to get this killer MacBook Pro feature

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Studio is about to get a killer feature from the MacBook Pro in the latest Windows 11 update, helping your battery last even longer.
Computing News
MacBook Pro and MacBook Air M1

Which Apple MacBook should you buy on Prime Day?

Prime Day is full of great deals, and Apple MacBooks are likely to be discounted too. But should you buy a MacBook Air or MacBook Pro? We have the answer.
Computing Features
Apple products are seen in the store.

Apple’s Private Relay VPN seems to be leaking user data

Apple has a reputation for security and privacy, but the company’s iCloud Private Relay VPN might be undermining that due to a newly discovered data leak.
Computing News
Man using a 24-inch M1 iMac.

Apple tests mystery M3 chip — but there’s some bad news

A new report claims Apple is already testing its new M3 chip, months before the M2 has even launched. But the news might leave iMac fans disappointed.
Computing News
Person typing on a computer keyboard.

Destructive hacking group REvil could be back from the dead

Ransomware gang REvil was unceremoniously shut down in 2021, but the group’s website is back up and running, suggesting the hackers could be back in action.
Computing News
A working Commodore 65 PC on a desk with a monitor and floppy disk.

This super-rare Commodore 65 PC could be yours for $30,000

Want to grab a slice of PC history? An ultra-rare Commodore 65 has been listed on eBay, but with its price nearing $30,000, you’ll need deep pockets to buy it.
Computing News
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