Macworld Apple’s latest mid-size iPhone software update, iOS 18.4, brings dozens of improvements. But as is often the case when an operating system changes in a significant way, it brings problems too. Including a newly reported and annoying-sounding bug that reinstalls users’ deleted apps. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Three USB-A ports and SD card slot at the front Housing for NVMe SSD Fits perfectly with the Mac mini M4 Eases access to the mini’s power button Fair price Cons No Thunderbolt speed SSD not included or available in a bundle Our Verdict It’s hard to imagine a more elegant solution for getting more interfaces on the Mac mini M4. ...

Macworld TL;DR: This Grade A refurbished MacBook Air can be yours for just $199.97. If you’re rocking a brand new Apple Watch but still waiting 30 seconds for your computer from college to open a single tab, this is your sign to upgrade. This refurbished MacBook Air is on sale for $199.97 and comes with the same powerful features you know and love. ...

Macworld On this week’s episode of the Macworld Podcast it’s all about your hot takes! You have thoughts about  WWDC25, iPhones without ports, iPads without Apple Intelligence, and more, and we talk about them on the show! This is episode 928 with Karen Haslam, David Price, and Roman Loyola. ...

Macworld Two days after the release of iOS 18.4, Apple has begun the iOS 18.5 beta testing cycle. The first developer release landed on April 2, and we expect a wide release in May (or possibly late April). The last few iOS versions had their x. ...

Macworld If you need a tablet that will fit into your pocket, then the new iPad Mini A17 Pro is your best bet, especially now that it’s on sale. You can snag this iPad mini for $399 at Amazon, a savings of $100 and matching the best price we’ve ever seen. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Reasonable price points and speedy performance The 60-day trial offers a sufficient amount of time to know the program before being billed for it Good level of customization before each module is run Cons Program opts into special offers unless the Privacy tab is configured to prevent this Cleanup functions can be somewhat destructive if you ...

Macworld When iOS 18.4 arrived earlier this week, AirPods Max users were likely the quickest to update after Apple announced last week that a new AirPods Max firmware update released at the same time would bring lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio to AirPods Max for the first time via the bundled USB-C cable. ...

Macworld The Apple Vision Pro is a perplexing piece of hardware. It’s a technological marvel that stuns the senses but it lacks the killer app and content needed to overcome the initial cost of investment and awkward ergonomics. I’m fascinated by its potential and was brave enough to hold on to the Vision Pro beyond the return window. ...

Macworld While the iPad update schedule is somewhat unpredictable, Apple has established an 18-month cycle with the iPad Pro, and the current M4 iPad Pro was released in May 2024. Several reports state that Apple is scheduled to release an M5 iPad Pro in the fall, which would be right on schedule. ...

Macworld Sitting on an Airtag isn’t comfortable, and it ruins your wallet. The MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card offers the same smart tracking power without the bulge. Now just $23.97 (Reg. $42.99), this 1.5mm tracking device is just about the size and thickness of a credit card, so it fits flush into your wallet, work lanyard, passport pouch, and luggage tag. ...

Macworld If you aren’t using two-factor authentication to protect your Apple Account and iCloud account, you really should do it. In the past, hackers claimed to have millions of stolen iCloud credentials are demanded that Apple pay a ransom. So even as Apple does what it can to protect your data, events like this–though unlikely–can happen. ...

Macworld Among the less-publicized features introduced late last year in iOS 18.2 is a massive change to the Mail app. The same experience was added to the iPad in iPadOS 18.4 and the Mac in macOS 15.4. For longtime users of the Mail app, it was a shock to the system and definitely takes some getting used to. ...

Macworld Here’s something you may not know: Hackers can sign up for phishing-as-a-service platforms. In other words, there are businesses that put together a PhAAS software package that hackers can buy and run phishing schemes. A new PhAAS called Lucid is now available and is used to target iPhones, according to a report by security researcher Catalyst. ...

Macworld Even without the latest processor, the M3 MacBook Pro is still an incredibly thin and powerful machine. And today it’s incredibly cheap too: B&H Photo is selling the M3 MacBook Pro with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage for $1,299, an amazing discount of $800, and the best price we’ve ever seen. ...

Macworld Every year, those who own older Apple devices nervously tune in to the WWDC keynote presentation to see if they will be able to install the upcoming major software updates. The iPhone, for example, typically gets around six or seven years of active support, but there’s no guarantee like Google or Samsung. ...

Macworld We expect April and May to be pretty slow months for Apple releases. There is no new hardware expected in either month, according to the latest rumors, and the major updates to the iOS 18 and macOS 15 cycle seem to be more or less done—Apple is shifting focus to iOS 19, which will be introduced at WWDC in June. ...

Macworld Is AI giving you an ulcer? Good news! Soon you’ll be able to turn to AI for help with that! Uhhhnnnn…Look out! Apple Intelligence reportedly wants to manage your health. People in the U.S.: “Our healthcare system is broken!”The market: “Maybe giving people wrong answers will fix it. ...

Macworld Today’s internet is loaded with clutter. From nonstop video ads and clickbait banners to sneaky trackers and malware-laced pop-ups, browsing can feel more frustrating than fun. But with AdGuard Family Plan, you can take back control—cleanly, securely, and now affordably. For a limited time, you can grab a lifetime subscription to AdGuard Family Plan for just $15. ...

Macworld If there’s a marquee feature for iOS 18.4, it’s the expansion of Apple Intelligence into the EU, along with Vision Pro compatibility and new language support for French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. That’s tens of millions of iPhone 16 owners who can finally use the feature Apple says the new iPhones were “built for. ...

Macworld Having revolutionized the computing, music, phone, and gaming industries across a quarter-century of dazzling innovation, Apple is turning its attention to the far more important healthcare sector. And AI is a big part of the company’s plan. ...

Macworld One of the most annoying things is having about a million wires on your desk charging up all your devices, from your iPhone to your AirPods to your Apple Watch. Thankfully, this Baseus MagSafe 3-in-1 charger stand will take over the job and clear out all those wires for $60, a $30 discount over at Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. ...

Macworld In the latest Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple is on track to release the next generation of its M-series chip. The M5 chip will make its debut with the iPad Pro, which is currently “in late testing” and is “on track” for the second half of this year. ...

Macworld If you’ve had your Mac for a few years you may be looking longingly at the Apple website wishing you could justify the expense of buying a new one. But luckily you don’t have to fork out for a replacement computer to enjoy speed increases: in this article, we gather some simple tips to enhance the performance of your current device. ...

Macworld Last week, Apple announced that its big WWDC keynote will take place on June 9, which means we have about two months of rumors and speculation. The latest report from Mark Gurman might seem like a big clue, but I’m here to assure you, it’s not. ...

Macworld Last week, probably because I was the least busy with actual work at the time, I happened to be the Macworld staffer who first spotted the WWDC 2025 announcement in my inbox. And for a moment I was quite excited: WWDC, after all, is the second biggest date in Apple’s calendar, an event whose raft of software reveals sets the tone for the year to come. ...

Macworld Stop renting space from cloud giants that mine your data and hike up prices — Internxt offers an open-source, end-to-end encrypted cloud storage platform here to replace Dropbox for good. For a limited time, you can get 10TB of lifetime cloud storage for just $279.99 ($70 off) when you use code STORAGE20 at checkout. This isn’t just another storage locker. ...

Macworld Apple offers pretty good prices on the standard configurations of its Macs. $599 for a M4 Mac mini? $999 for a new M4 MacBook Air? $1,299 for a new M4 iMac? Those are attractively priced. But those prices involve a few sacrifices, most notably the starting storage of just 256GB. ...

Macworld Making smart investing moves in the economy is a tall order, but if you don’t want to drown in spreadsheets and charts, it takes a degree to understand; Sterling Stock Picker makes things simple. This AI-powered stock-picking app is designed for everyday investors who want real-time guidance without becoming full-time analysts. ...

Macworld Monthly subscription fatigue is real — especially when all you really want to do is open Word without worrying about another bill. For a limited time, you can score a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for just $79.97. That’s it. One price. Yours forever. ...

Macworld Apple’s all-in-one iMac is a great value for what your get—a fast computer with a fantastic screen, but today’s deal makes it a must-have—B&H Photo has slashed the price of the M3 iMac to an amazing $999 right now, a jaw-dropping savings of $700 and the best price we’ve ever seen. ...

Macworld While we all expect Apple to take the iPhone 17 in a bold new direction this year, the rumors have been very quiet about the Apple Watch. But a report today from a well-known source finally adds some intrigue to the next round of watches. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Impressive 3D graphics Combines ninja stealth and samurai swordplay Lots of quests and exploration Cons Expensive High system requirements (no Intel support) Definitely not for children Our Verdict It’s almost worth buying a new Mac to enjoy Shadow’s state-of-the-art graphics. ...

Macworld Apple offers pretty good prices on the standard configurations of its Macs. $599 for a M4 Mac mini? $999 for a new M4 MacBook Air? $1,299 for a new M4 iMac? Those are attractively priced. But those prices involve a few sacrifices, most notably the starting storage of just 256GB. ...

Macworld Some people use their Macs to drive enormous HDTVs, letting them access a wide range of audio and video apps on a Mac and streaming video services while also retaining the security of the Mac operating system. However, it’s easy to run into a problem: the interface elements on the external display can wind up so small that you have a hard time making them out. ...

Macworld There are two reasons you should ditch your Microsoft 365 subscription. For starters, it’s a monthly subscription you have to keep up with. Second, Microsoft just announced a price increase for 365, meaning you’ll pay nearly $100 a month just for access to your favorite apps. ...

Macworld With iOS 18.2, Apple added a number of new options in the Default Apps section of Settings, likely in response to antitrust scrutiny around the globe. Among them are the ability to designate default calling and messaging apps, which are already supported by some third-party apps. Now WhatsApp, which is arguably the most popular global messaging platform, supports these features. ...

Macworld Apple’s iPads are easily some of the best tablets out there and they can be amazing devices to use for fun, but they can also be great productivity and creativity tools with the right accessories. From the brand-new iPad (A16) to the affordable iPad 10th gen, the light iPad Air models or the speedy iPad Pro, all need a little bit of extra protection. ...