08-13-22 -

The iPhone 14 will either be a spectacular success or stunning failure
Hold on to your hats, butts and whatever else you hold dear as more rumors of expected iPhone 14 production levels are coming in. People who follow these rumors with bated breath… seriously need to rethink their priorities. It&am...

08-13-22 -

You dont actually need a MacBook Pro
Welcome to our regular collection of our Apple Breakfast column, including all of the Apple news you missed this week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a morning cup of coffee or tea, bu...

08-12-22 -

Save $200 on the 512GB 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro
While all eyes are on the redesigned M2 MacBook Air, the 13-inch MacBook Pro is still a great laptop with the same chip. And today it’s got a great price too: Best Buy is selling the 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro with 512GB of storage for $1,2...

08-12-22 -

Apples rumored folding iPhone feels further away than ever
Apple has never been especially interested in doing things first, which is unusual for a technology company, particularly one worth trillions of dollars. It likes to do things right. It likes to do things when it’s good and ready. Th...

08-12-22 -

How to translate text on a photo on iPhone
It wasn’t long ago that if you wanted to translate something in a photograph, you would need to copy down the text and either head to Google Translate or talk to a person who speaks that language. But Apple has simplified this process w...

08-12-22 -

Apples next iPhone SE needs these five Google Pixel 6a features
Since the launch of the first Pixel phone in 2016, Apple and Google in the have been in a perpetual features-based arms race as to what their smartphones can offer their customers. While this is exceptionally prevalent in the flagship devices suc...

08-12-22 -

How to stop email read receipts in Apple Mail
Back in 2001, Macworld writer Deborah Shadovitz explained an in-progress standard for email messages called “Return-Receipt,” the name based in part on a line sent in the metadata portion of the message by yo...

08-12-22 -

Gain valuable data visualization skills with these $39 training courses
Data rules everything around us in 2022, and companies that know how to use it can reach more customers, land more sales, and make smarter decisions. But gone are the days when Excel alone would suffice for large data sets. Thes...

08-11-22 -

Market to your Facebook customers more effectively with LeadSync
Is your business looking for the best way to reach and engage customers? Then it simply cannot ignore Facebook. The social media giant had nearly 3 billion active users in April of this year, so building your presence o...

08-11-22 -

Why youll probably pay more for your iPhone this year
It looks very likely that those intending to purchase an iPhone 14 when they are released later this year will see a bigger ticket price than that of the previous generation. Most recently industry analyst Ming-Chi Quo tweeted recently that the a...

08-11-22 -

Updating your AirPods might get a lot easier in iOS 16
The latest beta of iOS 16 hints that Apple wants to change the way AirPods firmware updates work. Rather than having to wait until they choose to update by themselves, you might be able to trigger the process manually. It all comes down to the...

08-11-22 -

As Samsungs Galaxy Z rolls on, a folding iPhone feels further away than ever
Apple has never been especially interested in doing things first, which is unusual for a technology company, particularly one worth trillions of dollars. It likes to do things right. It likes to do things when it’s good and ready. Th...

08-11-22 -

Universal Control and Sidecar: Which can run on your Mac and iPad?
Trying to use your iPad with a Mac to extend or mirror the Mac’s display with Sidecar or share a keyboard and mouse with Universal Control and having no luck? Apple has a number of requirements for each feature that have to be met. Run ...

08-11-22 -

Macworld Podcast: Can Apple raise its smart home IQ?
Is a smart home revolution in the works at Apple? On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about Apple’s efforts in the smart home market and what we could see from the company in the near future. This is episode 803 with Jas...

08-10-22 -

AirPods Pro 2: The complete guide to Apples next high-end earbuds
The original AirPods Pro were introduced in October 2019, two and a half years ago. How long will we have to wait for Apple to update the AirPods Pro and unveil its second generation of premium wireless earbuds? The AirPods are extremely popul...

08-10-22 -

AirPods Pro 2: Complete guide to Apples next high-end earbuds
The original AirPods Pro were introduced in October 2019, two and a half years ago. How long will we have to wait for Apple to update the AirPods Pro and unveil its second generation of premium wireless earbuds? The AirPods are extremely popul...

08-10-22 -

Apple fixes playback bug in iMovie and Final Cut Pro X
Apple has released updates for iMovie and Final Cut Pro X on the Mac. Both updates fix “an issue where video frames may be out of order during playback or export.” The update brings iMovie up to version 10.3.4, and Final Cu...

08-10-22 -

We liked the iOS 16 battery percentage icon until we saw this clever fix
It’s been two days since Apple shocked the world by adding the battery indicator back to the iPhone status bar in the latest iOS beta, and people are only just starting to find their minds again. In iOS 16 this fall, most recent iPhones...

08-10-22 -

Theres never been a worse time to buy a Mac mini
Buying a new Mac is usually pretty straightforward. It’s always best to wait when the current model has been around for a couple of years, but if you can’t wait, you won’t have any buyer’s remorse. Most of ...

08-10-22 -

Apple will reportedly switch all AirPods cases to USB-C in 2023
It’s all about USB-C in the world of Apple at the moment. The company’s iPad range, which has been moving from Lightning to USB-C since 2018, is expected to complete that transition later this year; and the iPhone range will b...

08-09-22 -

Rare sale slashes $150 off the crazy-fast Mac Studio
If you’re in the market for a flexible Mac desktop, the best option right now is Apple’s newest Mac, the Mac Studio. And today it’s cheaper than ever: Costco is selling the Mac Studio with an M1 max processor and 512...

08-09-22 -

Jony Ive reveals Steve Jobs one-word advice on design
In an interview in arch design magazine Wallpaper, former Apple Chief Design Sir Jonny Ive reminisces on advice given to him by company founder Steve Jobs. He also expresses his anger that much design today doesn’t work as he and Jobs d...

08-09-22 -

Jony Ive reveals Steve Jobs one-word advice on design
In an interview in arch design magazine Wallpaper, former Apple Chief Design Sir Jonny Ive reminisces on advice given to him by company founder Steve Jobs. He also expresses his anger that much design today doesn’t work as he and Jobs d...

08-09-22 -

Jony Ive reveals Steve Jobs one-word advice on design
In an interview in arch design magazine Wallpaper, former Apple Chief Design Sir Jonny Ive reminisces on advice given to him by company founder Steve Jobs. He also expresses his anger that much design today doesn’t work as he and Jobs d...

08-09-22 -

iOS 16 returns battery percentage to the status barbut only for these iPhones
Ever since the debut of the iPhone X in 2017, Apple fans have lamented the missing battery percentage in the status bar. With the introduction of the TrueDepth module and all the cameras and sensors that enable Face ID, the status bar got cut in ...

08-09-22 -

How to play soothing white noise in macOS Ventura
Some people find that white noise helps them focus or sleep, and in n macOS Ventura, Apple has given users a variety of sounds to choose from. It’s not an obvious feature, but if you know how to turn on Background Sounds, you can set yo...

08-09-22 -

The next iPad Pro could have a connector no other Apple device has
Bad news for everyone who got annoyed when 30-pin was replaced by Lightning, and when Lightning was replaced by USB-C: it looks like Apple is once again planning to unveil a new connector port when it launches its next set of iPad Pro models. ...

08-09-22 -

The iPhone 14 went from doom to boom faster than an A16 benchmark
Hold on to your hats, butts and whatever else you hold dear as more rumors of expected iPhone 14 production levels are coming in. People who follow these rumors with bated breath… seriously need to rethink their priorities. It&am...

08-08-22 -

Rejoice! iOS 16 beta adds battery percentage back to the iPhone status bar
Ever since the debut of the iPhone X in 2017, Apple fans have lamented the missing battery percentage in the status bar. With the introduction of the TrueDepth module and all the cameras and sensors that enable Face ID, the status bar got cut in ...

08-08-22 -

iPhone 14: The complete guide to Apples 2022 flagship iPhone
Apple’s yearly iPhone launch is the biggest date in the company’s calendar, and expectations are high for the iPhone 14 in the fall of 2022. In this article we round up the latest leaks and rumors concerning Apple&rsquo...

08-08-22 -

The iPhone 14 event will be virtual againand it might be earlier than ever
If you were hoping to get an invitation to Apple Park next month, you may need to prepare for disappointment. The company looks set to hold yet another virtual event for the launch of the iPhone 14. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurm...

08-08-22 -

Apple is reportedly developing smart speakers, cameras, and displays
Apple’s smart home offerings in 2022 can best be described as lackluster, but according to a new report that may change very soon. In his latest Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman of Bloomberg says Apple is developing no fewer than four n...

08-08-22 -

Why this fall will bring the biggest devices Apple has ever made
In just a few weeks, Apple’s annual fall cavalcade of new products will begin with the iPhone 14 event. And you’re going to notice a trend among this year’s big announcements: They’re going to be, well, big...

08-08-22 -

Pebblebee Clip review: Outdoes Apples AirTag with rechargeable battery, LEDs,...
At a glanceExpert’s Rating ProsRechargeable batteryDistinctive soundFlashes LEDs for attentionOption to use with Find My or as app-based proximity trackerUSB-C for chargingIPX6 water resistantConsExposed charging port could collect debr...

08-08-22 -

Everyone will be invited to Apples September iPhone event again
If you were hoping to get an invitation to Apple Park next month, you may need to prepare for disappointment. The company looks set to hold yet another virtual event for the launch of the iPhone 14. According to Mark Gurman’s sources...

08-07-22 -

No, throttling and overheating isnt a problem on M2 MacBook Air
Apple’s release of the new MacBook Air was highly anticipated, mostly for two reasons: its highly anticipated redesign and the introduction of the M2 processor, the next generation of Apple’s M-series of chips. As expected, th...

08-07-22 -

Why this years Apple Watch could be bigger than the iPhone 14
Apple’s biggest fall release is usually the iPhone. Even when the company unveiled the very first Apple Watch at the “Wish we could say more” event in September 2014, this still took a back seat to the iPhone 6 and 6...

08-07-22 -

This child-friendly 3D printer is currently 25% off MSRP
The Toybox 3D Printer Deluxe Bundle allows kids to choose and print their own toys, all while learning about cutting-edge technology. In a special deal for Macworld readers, you can currently pick up the printer bundled with pri...

08-06-22 -

The M2 MacBook Pro blows our mind with this Safari speed test
We’ve gone over the benefits of the M2 over the M1 processor in our reviews of the new MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro, but there’s one benchmark we didn’t perform that everyone can relate to and demonstrates the...

08-06-22 -

Quick charge your iPhone in a pinch with over 50% off this wireless charger
Current iPhones offer fantastic battery life, but they aren’t magical devices. You have to charge up eventually, especially if you’re constantly on social media, streaming videos, or playing mobile games. But you won&...

08-05-22 -

The Apple Watch Series 8 might not get a redesign after all
For the past two years, we’ve been hearing reports of a redesigned Apple Watch with flat edges and a thinner design. When it didn’t arrive with the Apple Watch Series 7, we assumed it would show up this year. Now a new rumor c...

08-05-22 -

Apple pushes a new Studio Display Firmware Update 15.5 to fix audio issues
Apple has released Studio Display Firmware Update 15.5 (19F80), a firmware update for the display that addresses audio problems that have been widely reported by its owners. Initially, Apple recommended power cycling the display to fix the issue&...

08-05-22 -

Take $80 off Apples entry-level iPad with fresh all-time-low pricing
There may be reports that Apple is planning a major redesign for its entry level iPad, but we still can’t pass up a great deal when we see one: Amazon is selling the 9th generation iPad with 256GB of storage for $399, a savings of $80 o...

08-05-22 -

13 hidden features you probably missed in the iOS 16 beta
The WWDC keynote was nearly two hours packed with awesome new features for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, new Mac hardware, and even a very early sneak peek at next-generation CarPlay. Despite the marathon keynote presentation that brought dozens...

08-05-22 -

Rocket review: Blast your way through the difficulty of inserting emoji on a Mac
At a glanceExpert’s RatingPrice When ReviewedFree; $10 Pro version available Best Prices Today: Rocket Retailer Price Delivery ...

08-05-22 -

Apples M2 chip is even faster than we thoughtat this everyday task
We’ve gone over the benefits of the M2 over the M1 processor in our reviews of the new MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro, but there’s one benchmark we didn’t perform that everyone can relate to and demonstrates the...

08-05-22 -

Focusrite Vocaster Two Studio review: Quick start your content creation dream
At a glanceExpert’s Rating ProsGreat soundTons of input headroom for quiet micsThoughtful, on-point design and featuresWired and Bluetooth inputConsA tad priceyHeadphones are mid-range heavyOur VerdictIf you’re looking for an ...

08-05-22 -

Unlock cheap travel with lifetime access to Dollar Flight Club for $99
If you would like to make travel more affordable this summer, Dollar Flight Club can help. This service tracks down super-cheap flights to destinations around the world — and Macworld readers can get ...

08-04-22 -

10th-gen iPad redesign may keep the home button, lose the headphone jack
Earlier this week, Mark Gurman at Bloomberg reported that iPadOS 16 will be delayed until October, in part due to the launch of new iPads at a mid-fall event. Based on a report by MySmartPrice, a redesigned 10th-generation iPad could be part of t...

08-04-22 -

Apple could launch a HomePod with screen heres whats expected
When Apple started to sell the HomePod mini in November 2020 the standard HomePod’s days were numbered, and inevitably the larger device was discontinued in March 2021. However, there may yet be a new HomePod in the future – o...