Macworld Concerned about updating your Mac to the latest version of macOS? Perhaps you arent sure about running macOS Sequoia quite yet, or maybe you want to test the beta but dont want to risk messing up your system. You might be concerned about incompatible software or you might just be thinking that you might hate it and not be able to go back to the macOS you are familiar with. Luckily you dont have to install the OS update on your Mac at all. You can install it on an external drive instead.

Macworld Weve heard about the new features on the iPhone 16, such as Camera Control and its support for upcoming Apple Intelligence capabilities, but theres one upgrade Apple hasnt mentioned at all. Its chip has a new security feature, according to a report by 9to5Mac . The A18 series chips used in the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro have a Secure Exclave, which is different from the Secure Enclave that Apple has been using since the iPhone 5s . Apple hasnt mentioned the Secure Exclave in its product annou

Macworld If you are thinking of buying an older generation or used iPhone, or wondering whether its worth updating your current handset, one important factor to consider is how long Apple will be offering support for that handset. There are two ways in which Apple supports iPhones. One is the software ensuring that any bugs and security flaws are addressed. The other is the hardware providing the parts and labor to fix a problem with your phone (for a price, of course). Its for this reason tha

Macworld You dont have to pay full price to buy an iPhone; if you shop around you can find a bargain. Every month the Macworld team hunts down the best prices on iPhones at all major retailers and cellphone operators, saving you the hassle of finding the best iPhone deals. In this article, we reveal the best iPhone deals, contracts, and bundles available right now. Well help you find a discounted iPhone suitable for any budget, and cover all the currently available models, including the brand-ne

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Macworld While the new iPhone 16 series continues Apples excellent upgrade cycle with hardware enhancements and new software features, new owners still need one vital accessory to keep the new phone safe from everyday knocks and drops, scratches and spills: a protective case is an essential kit for your new phone. The best iPhone cases offer more than just top-quality protection, and weve found a range of iPhone 16 cases that add matchless functionality in a form you wont notice until you really

Macworld Remember Gil Amelio? He was the cursed stock photo of a middle manager in a suit that ran Apple for a short while before bringing Steve Jobs back and then being eaten alive by him. In one of his many awkward appearances as Apple CEO, he once said he wanted to make the Mac like a Maglite: simple, utilitarian, useful. 28 years later, could that little bit of Amelio wisdom finally be having its day? Apples new hardware tends to get the big headlines. But what Im here for right now is how t

Macworld Apples Glowtime event has come and gone, and all the iPhone 16 rumors have been either proven or put to rest. The iPhone 16 family offers some great improvements over past models, but for all intents and purposes, its still just an iPhone. Apple Intelligence is nice and the Camera Control button is a cool new feature, but compared to its competitors Apple is still living in the past when it comes to its vision for the iPhone. The foldable phone isnt a rare new kid on the block any longe

Macworld If youre anxious to get your hands on the new iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus,iPhone 16 Pro, or iPhone 16 Pro Max, you can buy from Apple directly , either in-store or online, but there are some great deals and promotions offered by popular retailers and carriers. Heres a summary of some of the best deals and promotions offered by retailers and carriers in the U.S. to help you get the best deal on your new iPhone.If youre looking for other models, check out our Best iPhone deals . If you aren

Macworld A few years ago, Apple decided to offer seamless optimization for storage on your Mac. Instead of knowing where every byte (or gigabyte) lived, you could enable optimization in Photos or iCloud Drive. With this feature turned on, your Mac would automatically perform an ongoing tradeoff of available disk storage and iCloud storage. Presuming you have enough iCloud storage, you could have up to 12TB of data stored in the cloud that is accessible on demand from your Mac, even if you only h

Macworld Updating to the latest version of macOS, or running a beta version of macOS on your Mac, doesnt have to be an all-or-nothing affair. Its possible to install two different operating systems and dual-boot your Mac. This means youll have both versions of macOS available and you can choose the one that suits you on a day-by-day basis. In this article, we will explain how to set up your Mac so you can dual-boot two versions of macOS, but first, you might like to know the benefits that this o

Macworld Apples entry-level MacBook Pro with an M3 chip and 8GB of RAM is a fine machine, but at $1,699 its a little too pricey to recommend. Thats why this deal caught our eye Amazon is selling the same MacBook Pro with an M3 Pro chip and 18GB of RAM for $1,649 , a savings of $350 and the best price weve ever seen for this model. We reviewed the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M3 Pro chip and gave it a 4.5/5 star rating and our Editors Choice award, with our expert praising the great performance o

Macworld Its been a long time since you could only get the originaliPhonedirectly from Apple or from AT&T. Today, its offered by all major carriers and big retailers, and many of them want to entice you to buy with them by offering special deals. Of course, you can still buy from Apple directly , either in-store or online. If you want to get a good deal on an iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Plus,or want to buy the iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max (which have been discontinued by Apple), heres a summary

Macworld The Apple Watch is the best smartwatch on the market for many, offering a high-quality smartwatch experience, but its not cheapstarting at $399/399 for the Apple Watch Series 9. However, you dont have to pay full price for an Apple Watch. Right now resellers are offering some fantastic deals on the Apple Watch. The deals are likely to get even better as resellers start to clear out stock of older Apple Watch models that Apple has stopped selling since introducing the Apple Watch Series

Macworld Like most people who write about Apple for a living, Im buying a new iPhone 16 this year. As I do every year, I went through Apples Get Ready system in the Apple Store app to start the trade-in process and make pre-ordering that much easier. However, it didnt quite go the way I expected. Apple offers up to $650 for trade-ins, and I assumed my phone, the 256GB version of the iPhone 15 Pro Max , would get at or near that. But when I began to answer Apples overly simplistic questions about

Macworld In this article, we answer all of your questions about when you should and shouldnt buy a new iPhone including advice on when Apple is likely to discount the price of older iPhone handsets. There are certain times of the year when buying a new iPhone is a bad idea, and there are certain times of the year when you can get a bargain on a new handset. The trick is knowing when you should buy a new iPhone. Luckily we are here to help. Should I buy a new iPhone right now? Any time from the

Macworld Its been a long time since you could only buy aniPhonedirectly from Apple or from AT&T. Today, they are offered by all major carriers and big retailers, many of which try to entice you with special deals. Of course, you can still buy from Apple directly , either in-store or online, but the lowest prices can generally be found elsewhere. If you havent yet put in your order for aniPhone 14oriPhone 14 Pro, this article will help you to spend as little money as possible. We provide a summar

Macworld The first seemingly legitimate benchmarks of Apples new A18 Pro chip have apparently leaked out, and they show a healthy boost in performance that should keep Apple on top of the smartphone performance charts for a while. The Geekbench 6 listing for iPhone17,2 means were looking at the performance numbers for an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and therefore the A18 Pro chip. The CPU score shows single-core performance of 3,409 and multi-core performance of 8,492. The GPU benchmark , which measures M

Macworld If youre in the market for a 13-series iPhone, youve come to the right place. This article offers a summary of the best deals and promotions offered by popular retailers to help you get the best deal. Its been a long time since you could only get aniPhonedirectly from Apple or from AT&T. Today, they are offered by all major carriers and big retailers, and many of them want to entice you to buy with them by offering special deals. Of course, you can still buy from Apple directly , either

Macworld You can find great deals on a new iPad if you know where to look. Weve checked all the best places to pick up the iPad at the best price for you so that you can get a bargain. Following Apples May 7 event (where new iPad Pro and iPad Air models were announced) Apple removed the 9th-gen iPad from the lineup and adjusted pricing for the 10th-gen iPad. Pricing is now as follows: iPad (10th generation): $349/349/439 (was $449/499/589) The 9th-gen iPad from 2021 was discontinued, but you can

Macworld One of the enduring features of the Apple Watch is its three activity rings: Move, Exercise, and Stand. Apple made Close Your Rings a central piece of Apple Watch marketing and even built many of its special Activity Badges around various streaks where you close your rings every day for a certain period of time. Users noticed a problem with ring-closing streaks almost immediately. What if you get sick? What if youre stuck traveling where you cant exercise? What if you suffer an injury?

Macworld For the second year in a row, Apple has added a button to the iPhone. New iPhone buyers will have two different hardware buttons to get familiar with, both the Action Button (introduced on the iPhone 15 Pro, and now on all iPhone 16 models) and the all-new Camera Control button. For those of us who remember the era when Apple attempted to strip buttons and ports off of all its productsreaching a low point with the completely buttonless iPod shuffleits a remarkable turnaround. I got to s

Macworld If youre already planning on ordering your iPhone 16, then we have the perfect charging station for it. This Anker 100W charging station is $40 for Amazon Prime members , down from its MSRP of $60 and the lowest price weve ever seen. This is a 9-in-1 charging station that features four USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, and three AC outlets. Thats such a versatile gadget to have, charging multiple devices at the same time including your brand-new iPhone 16. The charging station delivers a r

Macworld Todays Its Glowtime! Apple event saw a series of headline-grabbing announcements, from the iPhone 16 Pro to the AirPods 4 . And the Apple Watch wasnt left out of the fun, with a completely redesigned Series 10 model offering both the thinnest body and the biggest display the line has ever had, along with faster charging and a new health-monitoring feature. The Series 10 replaces the Series 9 in the lineup, but what about the other models? Most pundits expected new versions of the Apple

Macworld Apples big iOS 18 release is a big deal for iPhone users. Even though Apple Intelligence is comings in a staged rollout in iOS 18.1, 18.2, and beyond, this first release is packed with new features and interface changes. The final release to the public is scheduled for Monday, September 16. Beta-testing is just about done now, with the Release Candidate available to track down any last remaining stow-stopping bugs. Updated September 9: The release candidate for iOS 18 is available now,

Macworld During its jam-packed introduction of the iPhone 16 at its Glowtime event Monday, Apples presenters continually referenced a big battery boost thanks to larger batteries and a more efficient chip. However, they stopped short of telling us exactly how much longer the new phones will last. Now we knowits pretty substantial. According to Apples tech specs, the new phones last up to four hours longer than the comparable previous generation, one of the largest battery life leaps ever. Heres

Macworld Over the past few years, Apple has overhauled its entire product range, including transitioning the Mac from Intel to its own processors, introducing the tough Apple Watch Ultra, adding a new Plus model to the iPhone lineup, and revealing a brand-new product category (the yet-to-launch Vision Pro). In this article, we take a look at what we expect Apple to launch before the end of 2024, in 2025, and beyond. We have investigated every rumor and trend we could find to bring you our predic

Macworld The new iPhone 16 devices have arrived, promising to be some of the most in-demand tech products over the next year. Thanks to the MagSafe wireless charging used by Apple, theres also a whole world of accessories to help you get the most out of these new handsets. Spigen has been at the forefront of protective smartphone cases for the last 16 years, and its MagFit ecosystem has everything you need to protect, power and accessorize that shiny, new Apple device. A MagSafe case is where it

Macworld When the Apple Store goes offline its usually an indication that Apple is about to launch a new product. On September 9, the morning of the Let Loose iPad event, Apple pulled its store offline before 6am PT. ahead of the event at 10am. Why is the Apple Store down? Are you having trouble browsing the Apple Store online? There are a few reasons why the Apple Store might be offline. It could be because Apple is preparing to launch new products at an event, or it could be because Apple is a

Macworld We expect that Apple will take the wraps off the new iPhone 16 range and new Apple Watches at an event on September 9, 2024. Apple has held a September event almost every year since the early 2000s, and every iPhone since 2012 has been launched in September (other than the iPhone 12-series in October 2020). Read on to find out everything you need to know about Apples iPhone launch event for 2024, including when the Apple EVent will start where you are, and the new products Apple will la

Macworld Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but its cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too. Read between the lines Todays the day! At 10am PT Apple will commence its famous annual September press event, centered around the iPhone update for 2024. The companys announcement

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Fast charging speed Informative display Compact and lightweight Rubberized base Transport bag and charging cable included Cons Fixed port allocation of charging power No display of charging cycles or battery health Our Verdict The Nexode Power Bank is a well-designed power bank with great performance and a favorable price. The brick design is practical for laptop backpacks, and the large display is informative. Price When Reviewed $99.99 Best Prices Toda

Macworld Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+ , its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies. This guide will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, divided into episodic shows or series and movies. Theres also a ton of new content in the works for Apples $9.99-a-month service. If you want to know whats on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple

Macworld Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isnt quite like PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. So if youve got questions about it, weve got plenty of answers. Updated September 6, 2024: Apple has three new games lined up for September. NFL Retro Bowl 25 and Monster Train+ are already out, and Balatro+ is coming on September 26. What is Apple Arcade? Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and AppleTV that features more than

Macworld Apple might be releasing a new iPad mini at its Glowtime event next week , but this deal might convince you to skip it: The 9th gen iPad is available for an unbelievable $199 at Amazon right now, making it impossible not to recommend getting this tablet to anyone and everyone. This is a tablet we loved reviewing, giving it a 4-star rating. Our 4-star review appreciated the impressive display, the tons of storage space, and the great quality camera, which is a good pick for anyone who so

Macworld The monitor might be the most important part of your Macs setupafter all, you cant use any desktop computer without one and even the 16-inch MacBook screen can be extended to an external display twice that size. Because youll spend a lot of time looking at it, youll want to invest wisely. Not only will you want a monitor that provides a pleasing experience, but the quality of the images on the screen can also affect your work. However, picking a new monitor can be daunting. Not only are

Macworld Apples AirPodswhich dropped with a bit of controversy and little interest back in 2016hit some kind of inflection point around 2018, and suddenly became the hot thing. This was handily timed for the 2019 updates, as the 2nd-gen and then Pro versions of the AirPods launched to a newly receptive public and sold like the proverbial hotcakes. Then came the AirPods Max in late 2020, the 3rd-generation AirPods in 2021, and the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro in 2022. Where next, then, for the AirPods? In

Macworld Want to know all about the newest Apple Watches? They are coming soon! Apple is set to unveil new Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Apple Watch SE 3 at the iPhone event on September 9, 2024. In this article, we gather up all the news and rumors that give us some clues about what we might find in the Apple Watch Series 10 (Apple Watch X), Ultra 3 and a new Apple Watch SE in 2024. During the event we will update this article with the latest info, but you can also follow along

Macworld Theres no bad time to buy an Apple Watch, but there are better and worse times. Apple releases new Apple Watch models (called series) on a yearly cadence, and the price rarely changes by all that much. So to avoid buying an Apple Watch that is outdated after just a few weeks, you want to time it right. Were expecting to see Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Apple Watch SE 3rd generation , running watchOS 11 , launch in September 2024 at the companys Glowtime event (see how

Macworld Charge fastest, charge coolest Wireless charging is a wonderful convenience for iPhone owners: rather than fiddling with wires, you simply place your phone on the pad and walk away. But that doesnt mean all wireless chargers offer the same degree of convenience or functionality. On the convenience front, the most obvious added value bonus feature to look for is a magnetic connection, such as the one offered by Apples own MagSafe standard. A strong and accurate connection means you dont

Macworld Apples big iPhone day is nearly here! The Glowtime iPhone event will kick off at 10am PT Monday with a video keynote that introduces the biggest new products of the fall: the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 . And there may be a few surprises along the way as well, including new AirPods , an iPad mini , and maybe even One more thing . Heres everything you need to know about the big show. Glowtime event: Whats coming iPhone 16 and 16 Plus: Apples base-level iPhones are expected to ge

Macworld Its iPhone season and Apple is kicking it off with an event on Monday, September 9. The event, dubbed Its Glowtime, is expected to showcase the iPhone 16 lineup , the Apple Watch Series 10 (or possibly X), SE 3 and Ultra 3 , and new AirPods . We could even see a new iPad mini and moreso youll definitely want to tune in. Fortunately, you dont need an invite to Apple Park to watch the event live. It will be streamed online for everyone to watch. We have embedded the live stream below, so

Macworld Youve probably heard the old myth that Macs dont get viruses . Yes, macOS has fewer malware threats than Windows, but youre sadly mistaken if you think your Mac is 100% free of any security flaws, pitfalls, and vulnerabilities. Apple works hard to keep our Macs safe from malware and other attacks with safeguards in place for software installations, but users still need to take some regular steps to keep their Macs as safe as possible. Here are a few ongoing security issues you need to k

Macworld If you are worried you have some kind of malware or virus on your Mac, we are here to help you figure out whats going on and, if necessary, clean up the damage and get rid of a Mac virus all for free. A lot of the websites offering advice on Mac malware removal are companies trying to sell your anti-virus solutions, which makes their tips somewhat biased, but here you can expect impartial advice. Well cover how to check for a virus and how to remove malware from your Mac, getting rid o

Macworld Apple is full of surprises in iOS. Nearly every icon on your home screen reveals a menu of options when you touch and hold. These have varying degrees of usefulness, but one that Ive found most helpful and that many people were unaware of is touching and holding the Settings app itself. This reveals a menu with items for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Cellular, and Battery, the four most common reasons youre likely to consult the Settings app. Tap any of these options, and youre taken directly to th

Macworld Are you like me and you always seem to be looking for your charger? Well, your search can be a little easier with Twelve Souths new PlugBug multi-port wall charger. This charger stands out in a crowded marketplace because the PlugBug is equipped with Find My, Apples tool for tracking compatible gear. So instead of frantically checking each wall socket in your house or trying to remember if you left your charger at the office or the coffee shop, you can just launch Find My, and bingo! Th

Macworld The iPhone 51 is officially in our rearview mirror and the iPhone 16 is set to launch on Monday, September 9 at Apples GlowTime event. If you want to be surprised, close this tab now, because we know a lot about the new phonesread on to find out. Update September 5: Apples cases for the iPhone 16 are missing a cutout for the new Capture button. iPhone 16: Release date The iPhone lineup is always announced at an event in September and usually ships a week or two later. There have been ti

Macworld The distinction between traditional computing methods has been slowly eroding during the last few generations of Apple products. The Mac has long been Apples go-to workstation, but with the introduction of the new M4 iPad Pro, theres a viable option to be considered for your serious tasks. The powerful M4 iPad Pro has overwhelming computing power, a gorgeous screen, and a MacBook-like Magic Keyboard.Consumers have always shown interest in having a touch-screen Mac but since Apple wont o

Macworld Perhaps the biggest new feature of the iPhone 16 line this year will be the inclusion of a Capture button for the camera. If the rumors and leaks are correct, this capacitive, haptics-enabled button will be located on the right side of the phone and a little further down so that it will rest under your index finger when you hold your iPhone in landscape orientation to take a photo or video. This button will have multiple functions and be available on both iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models, ac

Macworld Unlike the iPhone, Apple ships a USB-C power adapter with all its MacBooks: Air and Pro. Unless your laptop stays in the same place all of the time, having a spare or a specific travel MacBook charger is a useful addition. You can buy a second Apple charger or check out more versatile, cheaper and smaller MacBook chargers to suit your needs and budget. Its important to note that there are risks with buying a cheap charger and we dont recommend you choose on price alone. That bargain Mac