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macOS Sequoia 15.2 includes fix for a System Integrity Protection vulnerability
Microsoft outlines details of patched StorageKit vulnerability.
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Mac malware that bypasses Apple's XProtect security is much ado about nothing
Banshee Stealer malware is a revision of malware orginally discovered in July 2024, but your system is likely safe.
How-To
How to delete Other storage on a Mac
Need more space on your Mac? Want to delete Other? We have the answers! Plus why Apple no longer has Other since macOS Monterey.
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Macworld Podcast: The 25-year legacy of Mac OS X
When Apple officially announced Mac OS X, it changed the course of history for the company. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’ll look at the history of Mac OS X, the effect it has had on the company, and what we expect in the future.
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25 years ago, Steve Jobs changed the path of the PC forever
We're still living in the era ushered in at Macworld 2000, defying even Steve's expectations.
How-To
How to use a VPN on a Mac
Want to view content not available in your country and prevent tracking as you browse the web? Here's how to set up a VPN on your Mac.
Opinion
Forget new iPhones and Macs, I want these Apple OS features in 2025
Even if you're not buying new hardware, there's a lot to look forward to this year.
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Best web browser for Mac
Which is the best Mac web browser? We compare the most popular offerings to help you pick the right option
Reviews
Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown review
The Prince is back on the Mac – but this time he’s in trouble and it’s up to you to save the day.
Reviews
Frostpunk 2 review: When the snowman brings the snow
Guide your snowy dystopia through the hardships of a new ice age in this game that is anything but a winter wonderland.
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Apple Intelligence FAQ: What it is, what it does, and when you'll get it
Here's everything you need to know about Apple's new AI features.
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Jamf details scary iCloud flaw that was exploitable until this fall
Bypass allowed apps to access sensitive data without notifying the user.
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How Apple Intelligence can turn anyone into a star student (without cheating)
Apple's AI can't do it all for you, but it can boost your productivity and improve your projects.
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Here’s everything coming from Apple in December
December's biggest releases are the OS updates that expand Apple Intelligence.
How-To
How to use CleanMyMac to delete old files and speed up your Mac
Old files and data can fill up your Mac’s internal storage and slow it down. Here's how to delete them with tools built into macOS or a Mac cleaner.
How-To
How to enhance your network security with private Wi-Fi network addresses
Apple built in a way to make yourself less trackable, though you may want to turn it off for some networks.
News
If you haven’t already, go update your Apple devices ASAP
iPhones, iPads, Macs, even Vision Pro got a critical update this week.
How-To
How to restore Reminders
Apple brought the Reminders app in line with its other software by caching deleted items temporarily.
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Apple is working on a huge Siri upgrade for iOS 19 and macOS 16
'LLM Siri', as employees call it, will be far more conversational, but it may not be released until 2026.
How-To
How to find the Retouch tool in Photos for macOS Sequoia 15.1
A popular tool for simple image editing was replaced by the new Clean Up option on Macs with the right processor specifications.
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Hurry and update your Mac right now to patch these actively exploited zero-day flaws
Two vulnerabilities have been actively exploited on Intel-based Mac systems.
Reviews
Sophos Home Premium for Mac Review
Sophos Home Premium is a security suite with the right protection, but the setup process is confusing and certain features require that you be online.
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The M4 Macs have one flaw that may make you reconsider buying one
If you rely on virtualization to run old versions of macOS, you're out of luck for the time being.
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Apple Intelligence is a gradual rollout—here's what you'll get, and when
The awesome AI features of iOS 18 are coming in several updates over the span of months.
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The new M4 Macs won’t have Apple Intelligence out of the box
You’ll need to update to macOS 15.1 first.
How-To
What to do when a browser page loaded from a Mac app won't work
Some Mac apps require a browser round-trip to authorize an account. Safari won’t always cooperate.
Updated
How to run Windows apps on a Mac without installing Windows
You can run Windows apps on a Mac without buying a copy of Windows, here's how…
Reviews
Microsoft OneDrive Review
Microsoft software on a Mac? It’s not as surprising as you may think with OneDrive being a solid third-party cloud storage solution.
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Revealed: How Apple creates your passwords
The automatically suggested passwords on iPhone and Mac look like random characters, but there's a sophisticated system at work.
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There's a new XProtect security update–here's how to make sure your Mac has it
There's a new version of the XProtect antivirus utility. Here's how to make sure you've got it on your Mac.
How-To
How to keep an iCloud Drive file on your Mac while optimizing storage
Apple finally gives you a sticky option.
How-To
How to run Windows on Mac
Here's everything you need to know about installing Windows on a Mac with Apple Silicon. Run Windows on an M1, M2, M3 or M4 Mac.
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macOS Sequoia's iPhone mirroring feature could expose personal data at work
Report details how the new feature could leak personal information.
How-To
How to use new Messages text effects and formatting in macOS Sequoia and iOS 18
The new options for spicing up iMessages mostly hide themselves until you’re ready.
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Hold off on updating to macOS Sequoia if you're using cybersecurity tools
Some security tools have problems with the latest version of the Mac operating system.
How-To
What to do when you can't open an app you just installed in macOS Sequoia
Apple has locked the process down further for launching apps that don’t pass through even the lowest run of its vetting process.
Opinion
iOS 18 is missing more than just Apple Intelligence
The new features are great, but some aren't fully baked.
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Macworld Podcast: Why you should bother with iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and more
We talk about iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and why you should update now or wait, in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
How-To
How iPhone Mirroring lets you access your iPhone on your Mac
Access your iPhone directly from your Mac.
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6 reasons why you need to upgrade to macOS Sequoia
Here are the key feature that will convince you to upgrade to the latest version of the Mac operating system.
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Apple releases security updates for macOS Sonoma and Ventura
Security updates coincide with the official release of macOS Sequoia.
How-To
What to do if your macOS update is stuck installing
Can't update your Mac? Here's what to do if your Mac freezes while you are downloading or installing macOS Sequoia or if you get an error message.
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macOS Sequoia compatibility: Can your Mac run the new version of macOS?
macOS Sequoia is coming soon. Find out if your Mac can run Sequoia and if it will support all the new features.
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macOS Sequoia vs Sonoma: What's new in macOS 15?
We compare macOS Sequoia to Sonoma (the version of macOS it’s set to replace). Find out what the Sonoma to Sequoia changes are.
How-To
How to install macOS on an external drive
Worried about installing macOS beta on your Mac? Don't want to run the latest macOS as your main system? Run it on an external drive.
How-To
How to dual-boot a Mac: Run two versions of macOS together
Here's how to run macOS Sequoia alongside Sonoma, Sonoma with Ventura, or the latest macOS beta and full macOS on your Mac.
How-To
How to set up Find My to alert others to your whereabouts
You can also request that other people allow automatic updates on theirs.
How-To
Don't buy locked Apple hardware when shopping for used gear
Apple provides security locks for all its devices and items. Beware buying hardware that hasn’t been unlocked.
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macOS Sequoia to be released with iOS 18 next month; M4 Macs 'coming later'
The potential release comes a little earlier than usual.
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