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MacOS Ventura and new MacBooks Pros are both coming soon

Apple’s macOS Ventura operating system could be just a week away. While that’s great news, you’ll have to wait longer for the next MacBook Pro models.
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How to run Stable Diffusion on your Mac

Looking for AI image generation apps to use on Mac? Here are the best ways to get Stable Diffusion software working on your Mac, from downloads to plugins.
MacBook on a table with the Finder sidebar open.

How to customize the Finder sidebar on Mac

Make the most of this convenient spot that lets you open files, folders, apps, and disks with a click. Here’s how to customize the Finder sidebar on Mac.
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3 key things I want to see in the next MacBook Pro

The next MacBook Pro is due for release any time now, and there are three important ways Apple can improve it to make it even better than its predecessor.
The lid of the Surface Laptop 5.

Why Microsoft Surface still doesn’t have a true answer to the MacBook Air

Microsoft's new Surface Laptop 5 makes improvements, but still feels a step behind the M1 MacBook Air.
Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

October Prime Day: MacBook Air price crashes to $799

To top off its ample performance chops and Prime Day deal, if you can use an iPhone or iPad, you can start using the MacBook Air with no learning curve.
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The Best Prime Early Access MacBook Deals for 2022

The Amazon Prime Early Access Sale is finally upon us. If you're looking for Prime Early Access MacBook deals, here's what you can expect to see on October 11.
Apple Mac Mini M1 sitting on a desk.

5 things Apple needs to fix in the next Mac Mini

The Mac Mini appears to be on the brink of a major upgrade. Here are five things Apple needs to get right when it launches the next small-scale Mac this fall.
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How the new Dell XPS 13 spectacularly undercuts the MacBook Air

The M1 MacBook Air has been running circles around Windows laptops, but the XPS 13 just may have found a way to compete.
A mockup of a MacBook Pro with an iPhone-style Dynamic Island replacing the menu bar at the top of the screen.

If the Mac gets a Dynamic Island, I’m not sure I want it

One intrepid designer has just brought the Dynamic Island to Apple’s MacBooks in a new render, but I’m not sure it’s a good idea. Here’s why it might not work.
Tim Cook Apple Unleashed

Apple has a bunch of new products coming, but not this year

We could see everything from a 15-inch MacBook Air to an M3 iMac to a VR headset, but we'll need to wait until next year.
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Apple’s October event may have been canceled before it began

Apple was rumored to be hosting an event this October, but now it seems all the products set for this show will just launch via press releases instead.
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The best MacBook Pro bags

Premium laptops like the MacBook Pro need a quality bag to protect them. From backpacks to humble sleeves, here are the best MacBook Pro bags you can get.
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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.
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Move over, Apple — Camo’s update takes on Continuity Camera

Reincubate Camo has come out swinging against Apple's Continuity Camera technology with a slew of new controls you won't find anywhere else.
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Update your Mac now to patch this crucial security flaw

Apple just fixed its eighth zero-day flaw, approaching a new record number of actively exploited vulnerabilities in 2022 that affect Macs, iPhones, and iPads.
A top down view of the MacBook Pro.

Here’s why waiting for the M2 Max MacBook Pro might not be worth it

An update to the MacBook 14-inch and 16-inch is coming soon. But if you need a laptop now, is it still worth buying last year's model?
Tim Cook during an Apple presentation on a grass field.

Every product Apple skipped at its iPhone 14 event today

Apple's annual iPhone event is over, but there's still an Apple event rumored for later this year that could include other highly anticipated products.
A top down view of the MacBook Pro.

Here’s why the new MacBook Pro was a no-show at Apple’s event today

The upcoming MacBook Pro update was a complete no-show at Apple iPhone 14 event today, but don't worry: it's coming soon.
The keyboard of the MacBook Air.

The best M2 MacBook Air cases

Looking for some extra protection for your new M2 MacBook Air? These cases are designed for your model and add valuable protection while staying lightweight.
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How to back up Notes on Mac and iPhone

The Notes app on Mac and iPhone can contain a lot of sensitive information, so it's a good idea to back them up. Here's how to back up Notes on Mac and iPhone.
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Apple’s antivirus strategy for Mac has gone fully preemptive, but is that enough?

According to Howard Oakley at Eclectic Light Company, Apple has updated macOS malware more in the past six months than in the past seven years.
A top down view of the MacBook Pro.

4 Ways How To Scroll Down on Macbook

Apple's Force Touch haptic touchpad is an excellent tool for scrolling on a MacBook. But it's not the only way.
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Apple M2 Pro and M2 Max MacBook Pro just received some good news

According to a new leak, Apple may release the new M2 Pro and M2 Max MacBook Pros sooner than expected. Their development is well underway.
Apple MacBook Pro side view showing keyboard deck and ports.

How to turn your MacBook on

It's a simple thing, but knowing how to turn on your MacBook is important. Here, we tell you how to turn on your MacBook whether it's sleeping or shut down.
Apple MacBook Pro side view showing keyboard deck and ports.

How to make your Mac private and secure

MacOS is a secure and private operating system out of the box. However, there are a few settings that you can configure to make it even safer and more private.
The keyboard of the MacBook Air.

MacBook Air M2 vs. MacBook Pro M2: Which should you buy?

The MacBook Air and MacBook Pro M2 models are more alike than ever, so which of Apple's budget MacBooks is the best buy for you?
Apple's Craig Federighi using an iPhone as a webcam with Continuinty Camera in macOS Ventura.

Developers help older Macs do something Apple won’t allow

They said your Mac was too old for macOS Ventura, but there is another way -- the way of adding Ventura to your ancient Mac.
A digital illustration of the Apple M2 chip with a blue and purple color scheme.

This reliable leaker has some bad news about Apple’s M2 Pro chips

Reliable sources now say Apple is sticking with 5nm processes for the M2 Pro and M2 Max chips. 
The screen of the MacBook Air M2.

Common MacBook Air M2 problems and how to fix them

With the M2 MacBook Air out in the wild, here are some of the most common problems people are running into.
The MacBook Air on a table in front of a window.

Apple MacBook Air M2 buying guide: don’t buy the wrong one

The MacBook Air M2 has two models, and the choice between them seems simple enough. But buying the wrong one could vastly impact your speed.
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How to exit full-screen mode on a Mac

Full-screen mode allows you to focus on a single window on your Mac and get rid of distractions, but exiting full screen can be puzzling. Here's how to do it.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus on a table outside.

The Dell XPS 13 Plus has the M2 MacBook Air beat in this one important way

The Dell XPS 13 Plus is an amazing laptop, but when put up against the MacBook Air, it beats it in a critical way relating to external displays.
The Logitech Brio 4K Pro attached to a Macbook.

Zoom just fixed a major security flaw on Mac. Here’s why you should update now

Zoom spent the weekend patching a major security flaw in its Mac app, and the update is available right now.