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12 podcasts to listen to during Black History Month and beyond

Take a deep dive into racial disparity, adversity, empowerment, and Black history and culture with our pick of podcasts to listen to for Black History Month.
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.
The back of a blue Braided Solo Loop Band on the Apple Watch Series 7.

The Apple Watch Pro may be bad news for your watch band collection

The Apple Watch Pro is likely coming soon, and a new rumor claims it won't work with your existing Apple Watch bands.
A white HomePod mini sitting on a desk.

6 HomeKit settings you should disable (or adjust) right now

Apple claims better security, but it still gathers information about its users. Here are six settings you should change now.
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 MacBook Air on a table in front of a window.

How to keep your MacBook from sleeping

If you find yourself using a MacBook that needs to stay on at all times, there are a few ways to stop it from sleeping. Here's how to do it.
Precise location setting on an iPhone.

How to turn off precise location on your iPhone (and why you should)

With social media apps like Instagram and TikTok sneaking peeks at your location, there are tools to keep your data safe that are built into your iPhone.
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?
Invite for Apple's September 7, 2022 event.

Apple announces in-person iPhone 14 event for September 7

Apple's next big hardware event is happening on September 7 — likely where it will reveal the iPhone 14, iPad 10, and more.
An individual opening a MacBook.

How to find a lost or stolen MacBook

If you’ve accidentally misplaced your MacBook when traveling or it’s been stolen, Apple's Find My feature provides a straightforward method to finding it.
An iPad using Stage Manager in iPadOS 16.

Apple confirms iPadOS 16 is delayed because it’s a hot mess in beta

Apple confirmed that iPadOS 16 is delayed and it will directly jump to v16.1 for its public release. However, it will only arrive after iOS 16 is released.
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The best iPhone tripods for 2022

For hobbyists and pros alike, an iPhone tripod is essential to helping shoot a perfect photo or video. We gathered some of the best iPhone tripods out there.
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.
The Apple logo is displayed at the Apple Store June 17, 2015 on Fifth Avenue in New York City

Ex-Apple employee pleads guilty to nabbing Apple Car secrets

A former Apple employee on Monday pled guilty to the theft of trade secrets from the tech firm, which could result in prison time of up to 10 years.
An original Apple-1 computer in its wooden case.

An original Apple-1 computer was just sold for an unimaginable amount of money

A 1970s Apple computer prototype has sold at auction after previously being a gift from Steve Jobs over 30 years ago.
Someone repairing the inside of a MacBook with a small screwdriver.

Apple finally allows you to repair your own MacBook

The new self-service repair will only be available to U.S. users with M1 MacBooks for the time being.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 sitting on a table.

I desperately want a foldable iPhone, but iOS still isn’t ready for it

Reports that Apple is at work on a foldable iPhone have circulated for years, but that's about more than hardware. Apple also needs to properly fold iOS, too.
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.
MacBook on a desk with Control Center open.

How to show the battery percentage of your Mac

The indicator that displays the exact battery percentage for your Mac system is one of the most useful tools available. Let's take a look at how to enable it.
iOS's App Library page shown on an iPhone 13 Pro.

You need to update your iPhone and iPad right now to fix a critical security flaw

Apple has issued an urgent security update for iPhone and iPad owners to patch a flaw that could allow hackers to take control of the device.
The rear side of an iPhone 14 Pro

iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 could arrive on September 7

Apple is reportedly gearing up for a September 7 event to introduce the iPhone 14, and is said to have locked in September 16 to kick off retail availability.
Person listening to spatial audio using Apple AirPods Max headphones.

What is spatial audio? Apple’s 3D sound feature fully explained

Apple is officially rolling out support for spatial audio to Apple Music and more. Here's your guide to everything you need to know about this new audio format.
The iPad Pro 2021 on a table, showing the screen.

Everything we know about Apple’s 2022 iPad Pro refresh

Apple is planning some major upgrades for the 2022 iPad Pro slated for a fall debut. Aside from M2 silicon, wireless charging might also be on the table.
The Apple logo is displayed at the Apple Store June 17, 2015 on Fifth Avenue in New York City

Apple’s $30M settlement over worker bag checks OK’d by court

A U.S. judge has given the green light to a settlement that will see Apple pay $30.5 million to Apple Store workers in a long-running case over bag checks.
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.
Apple Watch strapped to wrist.

How to extend your Apple Watch battery life

The Apple Watch provides a huge spectrum of functionality, but often at the expense of battery life. Here are some tips for getting the best daily battery life.
iOS's App Library page shown on an iPhone 13 Pro.

Apple plans to put more ads on your iPhone, report claims

Apple will reportedly put ads in more of the apps that come pre-installed on the iPhone, with Apple Maps, for example, expected to feature the new slots.
Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

Here’s why people are saying to buy the M1 MacBook Air instead of the M2

Here's why this two-year-old laptop might have the potential to overthrow its own successor.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.

I’ve used an iPhone since 2007, but the Galaxy Z Fold 4 makes me want to switch

With the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4, Samsung has shown that foldable phones are ready for prime time. Both are compelling in ways that Apple hasn’t matched.
Customers inspect the new Apple HomePod at an Apple Store on February 9, 2018 in San Francisco, California.

HomeKit Secure Video: Why it’s great and why you should use it

Apple's HomeKit Secure Video is a layered and resourceful way to store surveillance footage, and here's why you should start using it right away.
iPhone 13 Pro in blue.

The iPhone 14 Pro may be more expensive than we expected

The iPhone 13 Pro is already one of the pricier smartphones available. The iPhone 14 Pro could be even more expensive.
A person texting on a smartphone.

It’s not just you — Google’s also fed up with Apple not using RCS

Google is stepping up its campaign to drive support for the universal RCS text messaging standard by increasing the pressure on the biggest holdout: Apple.
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Parallels Desktop 18 makes Mac gaming better than ever

Parallels, the popular way to virtualize Windows on Mac, has been updated to Parallels 18. It brings controller and gaming improvements to Macs.