10-21-25 -

The iPhone 17 is doomed because everyone says it isnt
Macworld Casual readers of this column may incorrectly assume that this pointy observer only takes on silly prognostications about iPhone production cuts. This is a hurtful stereotype of mythical beasts who have heads shaped like classic Mac...

10-21-25 -

IONOS delivers 99.9% uptime, security, and a free domain on a 3-year plan for...
Macworld TL;DR: Lock in three years of IONOS Web Hosting Plus for $99.99 and get unlimited websites, redundant storage and databases, and more from this globally trusted host. If you’re done babysitting servers or chasing “mystery o...

10-20-25 -

iOS 26.1 beta 4 does the unthinkable: You can control how glassy you want Liq...
Macworld Liquid Glass is perhaps the marquee feature of iOS 26, and it’s definitely not universally loved. While most of the interface design elements—flyout menus that shrink away, universal bottom search locations, etc.—seem to be we...

10-20-25 -

Trump Mobile is selling renewed iPhones that are really terrible deals
Macworld As we wait for the T1, the first phone from Trump Mobile, the mobile phone service provider run by Donald Trump’s Trump Organization, the would-be carrier is now offering iPhones for sale with its service–not any of the iPhones ...

10-20-25 -

iOS 26 has a new iPhone security setting that you need to turn on immediately
Macworld It happens to all of us: you’re out and about and your iPhone is running low on power. You can’t wait to get home–you need to charge it as soon as possible. Or maybe you’re getting ready to board a plane and want to top off ...

10-20-25 -

Concerns grow over new Siris performance, as Apples AI struggles continue
Macworld Apple made its belated entry to the AI market last year, with its Apple Intelligence platform limping out of the starting gate a month and a half after the iPhone 16. Even then, the software was incomplete and missing several featur...

10-20-25 -

Napsters next act is an AI assistant made for the Mac
Macworld Remember when Napster was the go-to network for finding songs shared by people you never met? Now Napster wants to help you find everything else using, what else, a stable of AI assistants. Back in June, the company announced Nap...

10-20-25 -

Apple Watch Series 11 review: The best (but dont buy it)
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Looks and feels great Superb battery life Fast charging Cons Feels overpriced next to SE 3 Our Verdict The Apple Watch Series 11 is a truly excellent smartwatch: it looks great, it ...

10-20-25 -

The M5 is nice but Im more interested in whats coming next
Macworld I suppose we can hardly complain. Apple’s mid-October launches were not teased with over-designed invitations. They didn’t have groan-worthy pun taglines. They did not involve Apple executives doing ill-advised “skits” and b...

10-20-25 -

FusionDock Max 2 The worlds most advanced MacBook Dock for Thunderbolt 5
Macworld The iVANKY FusionDock Max 2 isn’t just another docking station—it’s the only MacBook dock for Thunderbolt 5 engineered to deliver a true triple-display setup for MacBook Pro. Built with uncompromising precision, it fuses the v...

10-20-25 -

These MacBooks usually cost $1,499, but now theyre only $399.99
Macworld TL;DR: This MacBook Air is now only $399.99 (reg. $1,499). If you need a MacBook on a budget, this one just went on sale. Instead of paying $1,499 for a MacBook Air, right now, you can get one for only $399.99. This MacBoo...

10-19-25 -

This $1,499 MacBook Pro is now under $300
Macworld TL;DR: Check out this near-mint refurbished 13-inch MacBook Pro for just $279.97 and upgrade your daily work, study, and streaming without the premium price. MacBook Pros are great computers, whether you need one for work or fo...

10-19-25 -

Today only, you can get Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for life for $60
Macworld TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office for life for only $60 (reg. $219). Microsoft 365 is $99.99 per year. That cost adds up fast, especially for apps like Word and Excel that you’re going to be using for years. If you want a way out ...

10-18-25 -

10TB of cloud storage for a one-time payment? Dropbox wishes.
Macworld TL;DR: Get a 10TB Internxt Cloud Storage lifetime subscription for $349.99 (MSRP $2,900). You won’t find a better price anywhere else. Cloud storage is just another never-ending subscription to pay… unless you grab a life...

10-18-25 -

Turn your backyard into a deep-sky studio with high-resolution, app-guided as...
Macworld TL;DR: Get the Vespera Pro Smart Telescope for $2,690 and save $300 with code SMART until October 20 — pick a target, watch detail build in real time, and keep high-resolution celestial images ready for sharing or post-proces...

10-17-25 -

Apple TV FAQ: Everything you need to know
Macworld On November 1, 2019 Apple joined the ranks of Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ with its own exclusive streaming service. Apple TV features a wide assortment of shows and many more in the pipeline funded by Apple’s mo...

10-17-25 -

You should activate this security setting on your iPhone immediately
Macworld It happens to all of us: you’re out and about and your iPhone is running low on power. You can’t wait to get home–you need to charge it as soon as possible. Or maybe you’re getting ready to board a plane and want to top off ...

10-17-25 -

Our favorite Anker charging station is under $100 for the first time ever
Macworld Every desk needs a proper charging station, and today’s deal will save you a bundle on one of our favorites. Amazon is selling the 6-port Anker Prime 250W charging station for just $100, a massive 41 percent off and the best price...

10-17-25 -

Apple TV inks 5-year deal to air all F1 races
Macworld Hot on the heels of its spectacularly successful “F1 The Movie” run, Apple is shoring up its commitment to the sport with a 5-year partnership with Formula 1 to bring all F1 races exclusively to Apple TV in the United States beg...

10-17-25 -

Sorry, Mac users, it looks like Face ID is still years away
Macworld Apple this week unveiled the M5 MacBook Pro, but fans looking for a major change will need to wait until next year, when the rumored M6 arrives with a touchscreen OLED display and a notchless display. However, there could be an even...

10-17-25 -

UPerfect Delta Mega 23.8-inch Dual Display review: Generous screen-space in s...
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Quality dual HD screens Large but foldable Flexible adjustments Cons Scant instructions Our Verdict For a folded out dual-screen monitor setup as large as it is, the high-quality HD...

10-17-25 -

Elevate your iPhone 17 selfie game with these 6 new features
Macworld Since the debut of the TrueDepth camera system with the iPhone X, the front-facing camera has mostly seen incremental upgrades. Features like Night mode, Photographic Styles, sharper image quality, and 4K video have trickled in over...

10-17-25 -

Fender Studio review: Easy-peasy play-along and recording for the guitar play...
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Intuitive and easy to use Doubles as both a 16-track recorder and guitar amp sim Free and cross-platform (PCs, phones, and tablets) Play along songs to practice with Immediate record opti...

10-17-25 -

Hey, your computers vulnerable fix it for $15 with Windows 11
Macworld TL;DR: Windows 10 support has ended, leaving PCs vulnerable, but Windows 11 Pro is available for just $14.97 (MSRP 199). Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10, which means your computer is now missing critical secur...

10-16-25 -

Apples touchscreen MacBook Pro is reportedly coming next year without a notch
Macworld While the M5 MacBook Pro release on Wednesday is fresh in everyone’s mind, this is technology we’re talking about, and it’s always moving forward. Hence, Thursday’s report provides details about the M6 MacBook Pro that’s e...

10-16-25 -

Apple TV teams up with Peacock to offer both streaming services for $14.99 a ...
Macworld On Thursday, Apple and NBCUniversal announced the Apple TV and Peacock Bundle, where customers can sign up for access to both Apple TV and the Peacock Premium video streaming services for a monthly fee of $14.99, a 30 percent saving...

10-16-25 -

Get an extra 8TB of storage for your Mac for just $400 with this rare Samsung...
Macworld If you’ve got a Mac or MacBook, there’s a good chance you don’t have enough storage, since Apple charges a lot to upgrade. If you’re running out of storage, this deal has you covered no matter how much space you need: Samsun...

10-16-25 -

Report: Apples upcoming smart home tablet wont be as expensive as feared
Macworld Rumors about Apple’s new device for the home, dubbed HomePad, have been circulating for years, but it looks like 2026 will finally be the year it arrives. Now, a crucial detail has been reported by Bloomberg that indicates that th...

10-16-25 -

Kuxiu X40 Turbo 25W Wireless Charging Station review: Tiny charger hits top s...
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Super compact 3-in-1 charger 25W iPhone charging Apple Watch fast charger Stunning orange model Our Verdict Available in a stunning orange as well as the sual metal hues, the Kuxiu...

10-16-25 -

ESRs detachable keyboard cases, protectors and pencil turn the iPad into a tr...
Macworld Apple’s iPad is more than just a screen for browsing or streaming—it’s a tool for work, study, and creativity. To unlock its full potential, especially following the launch of the new iPad Pro, ESR has introduced two new magne...

10-16-25 -

Apples M5 Mac chip is just a big A19 Pro, and thats a good thing
Macworld Apple calls its new M5 chip, found in the new iPad Pro and MacBook Pro, “the next big leap in AI performance for Apple Silicon.” That for Apple Silicon part at the end is key, as the AI performance of modern high-end GPUs in Win...

10-16-25 -

Apples new M5 iPad Pro is awfully close to the MacBook hybrid weve always wanted
Macworld In their early days, the iPad and MacBook were distinct devices that served completely different purposes. Recently, Apple began blurring the lines between the two, with the tablet gaining power-user features once exclusive to lapto...

10-16-25 -

New AI photo-editing app makes iPhone users feel like they have Photoshop
Macworld TL;DR: Save 58% on a Luminar Mobile lifetime subscription for iOS and Android. Most iPhone users want their photos to look professional, but mastering Photoshop isn’t exactly beginner-friendly (or affordable). That’s why m...

10-16-25 -

Macworld Podcast: Apple Watch Series 11 and SE 3 reviews
Macworld Apple released new Apple Watches, and on this episode, we take a close look at each one. Which one should you buy? The answer may surprise you! Tune in and find out! This is episode 955 with Michael Simon, David Price, and Roman...

10-15-25 -

This M4 Mac mini dock for 40% off doubles as a speedy SSD enclosure
Macworld We absolutely adore the Mac Mini, but let’s be honest here — upgrading your storage directly at Apple can be quite costly. Well, this 40% off Ugreen dock and stand gives you extra ports, but also a place to mount an extra SSD. T...

10-15-25 -

MacBook Pro M5 Pro & Max release date: Where are the Pro MacBooks?
Macworld MacBook Pro M5 Pro & Max: In summary The M5 MacBook Pro launched in October 2025 but the Pro and Max models are yet to be updated. Apple’s next-gen M5 Pro, and M5 Max processors promise performance gains. More exci...

10-15-25 -

Apple heralds next big leap in AI performance with M5 chip launch
Macworld Apple on Wednesday announced the launch of its M5 processor, saying the chip “ushers in the next big leap in AI performance for Apple silicon.” The M5 appears in new editions of the iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro, all of ...

10-15-25 -

AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2: Which model to buy revealed
Macworld At a glance Our Verdict The AirPods Pro 3 are a clear improvement over the predecessor, with a heart rate monitor, better battery, and improved water resistance. But, the AirPods Pro 2 are still available at a discount and ...

10-15-25 -

The Pixel 10 Fold is just like the iPhone Air (except it bends, breaks, and e...
Macworld Since folding phones have more moving parts and are expected to be handled in a way that does not lend itself to delicate touches, there’s a big concern about durability. And YouTuber JerryRigEverything takes durability to heart w...

10-15-25 -

7 more iOS 26 features that you might have missed, from photos to AutoMix
Macworld Apple’s iOS 26 update is full of brilliant features that catch your eye and enhance your iPhone. But beyond the headline changes like the Liquid Glass redesign, iOS 26 is teeming with lesser-known improvements that easily fly unde...

10-15-25 -

I made Safari a better browser with these extensions
Macworld If Safari is your primary browser, like it is for me, it’s certainly one of the most important apps on the Mac. But did you know you can make it do more? You can with browser extensions. If you aren’t familiar with browser ex...

10-15-25 -

Save $20 on lifetime access to MS Office 2024 Homes modern features & tools
Macworld TL;DR: Don’t miss getting lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2024 Home for Mac or PC for a one-time payment of $129.97 (MSRP $149.99). If you’re tired of paying month after month for software you’ve already mastered, he...

10-15-25 -

A one-time $90 payment puts 40+ AI models head to head forever
Macworld TL;DR: Lifetime access to ChatPlayground AI’s Unlimited Plan is now on sale for just $89.99 (MSRP $619). If you’ve ever wished you could see how every major AI model would answer your prompt, you’ll love this offer. ChatP...

10-14-25 -

The next-gen MacBook Pro is coming soon, teases Apple VP Joswiak
Macworld With rumors swirling that Apple is going to unveil a smattering of new products this week, Apple VP Greg Joswiak posted a teaser video on Tuesday that features what appears to be a MacBook Pro folded as a V. In a caption above the v...

10-14-25 -

The macOS Tahoe 26.1 beta changed the Macintosh HD icon, but it still looks w...
Macworld Among the many iconic changes in macOS Tahoe is the icon used for the Mac’s internal storage. Since Macs no longer use hard drives, the hard drive icon in macOS Sequoia and older isn’t accurate. So, in Tahoe, Apple switched the ...

10-14-25 -

Charge your Apple Watch even faster with this rare half-off sale
Macworld It’s kind of a bummer that your Apple Watch needs to be recharged every day, so whenever you travel, you need to make sure to pack a charging cable. With today’s rare sale on an official Apple charging cable, you can get a secon...

10-14-25 -

BenQ MA270UP review: Perfectly made for the Mac
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Great image quality Nano Glass Panel provides vibrant images Height-adjustable stand Cons 60Hz refresh rate may discourage gamers No webcam May run into glare issues with environmen...

10-14-25 -

LaCie Rugged SSD4 review: A sturdy, solid-state drive ideal for everyday use
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Mac-compatible with USB4 Good performance Rugged design Competitive price Cons Lacks full Thunderbolt support Removable USB cover is easily lost Our Verdict There are faster ...

10-14-25 -

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 review: Best sounding Bluetooth headphones weve heard
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Superb sound quality Great bass sound 30 hours battery life Bluetooth and wired modes Cons Expensive Noise-cancellation could be stronger No Spatial Audio (yet) Our Verdict...

10-14-25 -

iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro: Key differences compared
Macworld At a glance Our Verdict If you want better cameras, better battery life, and improved performance then the iPhone 17 Pro is the one to choose. But the iPhone 16 Pro isn’t a bad iPhone if you can get a good deal. Pri...