Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Unlimited storage space across all three subscription tiers Handy 15-day trial that doesnt require a credit or debit card to be entered Simple interface and good upload and file restore options Cons Weird installation and the full disk option has to be checked in the Privacy and Security preferences as opposed to the installer offering this option Mac-specific help videos/tutorials appear to be missing from the Carbonite website Doesnt offer backup optio

Macworld Its been six years since Apple decided to brand the iPad operating system iPadOS to differentiate it from iOS on the iPhone. Since then, Apple has added a handful of iPad-exclusive features, but overall, its still a lot like iOS. That could change dramatically in iPadOS 19, due to arrive at WWDC and ship in September. Well have a chance to see what Apple has in mind at the keynote on June 9. In the meantime, heres what we know about iPadOS 19. iPadOS 19: Release date The official releas

Macworld Apples AirPods wireless headphones offer an iconic look, exceptional convenience, and strong audio quality. They come with a premium price tag, however, so its important to shop around for a good deal or find a bunch of tech experts wholl do this for you. Thats where we come in. In this article, we round up the best AirPods discounts and deals to help you save money. Weve got the best prices on the 4th-gen AirPods , the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro with USB-C , and the premium AirPods Max over-e

Macworld I have a confession to make: I am an inveterate Reddit scroller. But my viewing experience of choice isnt the official Reddit iOS app, but a fantastic third-party client called Apollo. The only problem is, it doesnt exist in the App Store anymore. Apollo was forcibly closed in June 2023 in what some Redditors regarded as a bullying attempt by Reddit HQ to force out competition to the platforms official iOS app. Like so many others, I was devastated when Apollo shut down. With an ad-free

Macworld It is time once again for a little segment the Macalope likes to call Lets Give Apple Advice We Know Its Not Going To Listen To! OK, the Macalope has never named any segment that before but, honestly, hes been running it for years now. (Small phones is a prominent example.) Free advice that Apple is willfully ignoring. Of course, you know the saying about free advice but on this particular issue, history seems to be leaning on the horny ones side as well as the side of almost everyone e

Macworld When Apple unveils the iPhone 17 this fall, the model everyone will be talking about will be the iPhone 17 Air . With an incredibly thin body and new design, Apple is looking to inject some innovation into the lineup with a brand new phone that defies expectations and turns heads. The only problem is, all that thinness will also bring some necessary sacrifices, most notably with a smaller battery. Reports claim that the iPhone 17 Air will have Apples worst battery life of all the new iP

Macworld Each year, Apple celebrates LGBTQ Pride Month (June) with a collection of wallpapers and an exclusive Apple Watch face and band, and 2025 is no different. The company has just announced the 2025 Pride Collection: A new Pride Harmony watch face and wallpapers will be available in watchOS 11.5, iOS 18.5, and iPadOS 18.5. We expect that release within the next week or two. The Pride Edition Sport Band is available starting today from Apple.com, and costs $49. Apple says the band features a

Macworld Because of its small size, the Mac mini is a favorite computer to tinker with for unique setups and situations. One person shows some ingenuity with the device by demonstrating in a YouTube video how he was able to modify the Mac mini so that it can be powered through a USB-C port instead of its power supply. In the video, Saad Ouache shows an open Mac mini with a wired USB-connector that he added and says uses Power Delivery to run the computer. He then connects a 12-volt battery power

Macworld Things will look slightly different when the iPhone 17 is unveiled in September. The rear camera designs will ditch the square corner array for the first time in years. The Pro models will be thicker than ever. And the iPhone 17 Air will usher in a new, tremendously thin model. But according to a new report, this years launch is just the beginning of the changes. As reported by The Information , which has a very strong track record with Apple rumors, Apple will completely change the lau

Macworld Mothers Day is fast approaching, and we know just what she wantsa new pair of AirPods. And today weve got a fantastic deal on AirPods 4. Right now, you can get a pair of AirPods 4 for their very best price of $99 , a $30 discount and matching their all-time-low price. Apples new AirPods 4 are a serious upgrade over the previous model at an even lower price. The new design ensures a better fit for most people, and the handy battery case gives you more than a full day of listening. When w

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Colorful protective case Swappable buttons 360-degree ring stand Cons Extra buttons in one color only Our Verdict Its a quality iPhone case with the benefit of interchangeable colorful buttons. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed $64.99 Best Prices Today: Torras Ostand OAir iPhone case Retailer Price Torras $64.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stor

Macworld It must be nice, when things get tough and the vultures are circling, to be able to announce quarterly revenue of almost $100 billion . I imagine that sort of thing puts a smile on a CEOs face. It really puts a $570 million fine into perspective. No matter what happens, Apple carries on making metric shedloads of money and setting records every three months. Thats just the way of the world. Doubters come and go, and Apple remains. At least, it might seem that way. But thats the thing ab

Macworld These days, iPhones can do a lot and we mean a lot . From photography and video editing to gaming and artificial intelligence, its enough to make you forget they can also, you know, make phone calls and send text messages. With all these headline features, its not surprising that a bunch of clever capabilities slip through the cracks. Whether youre an Apple veteran or an iOS newbie, we bet there are scores of interesting iPhone features that you never knew existed. Here, weve rounded u

Macworld Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isnt a little different from the likes of PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. If youve got questions about it, weve got plenty of answers. Updated May 2, 2025: There are five new games released this month: LEGO Friends Heartlake Rush+ , SUMI SUMI: Matching Puzzle+ , What the Clash? , with My Buddy , Words of Wonders: Search+ . What is Apple Arcade? Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad

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 Few computer-related disasters can drain the color from your face quicker than losing a document youve been busily working on. Whether your Mac crashed, froze, you forgot to save, or you accidentally clicked on delete, it can feel like an instant disaster. But, all might not be lost. Well show you how you can recover that vanished Word document. In fact, if everything is working as it should, its quite hard to lose a file in Word. The software has an autosave feature that means that, in

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Attractive 32-inch, 4K display Competitive price Good connectivity features Adjustable height and rotation Cons Not intended for professional use Fiddly Display Pilot app Light, plastic casing Our Verdict Its not going to challenge Apples professional-level displays, but the MA320U is an attractive and affordable 4K display for general use at home or in an office. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined

Macworld In a major ruling this week, Apple has been forced to stop taxing app developers a huge fee just for the privilege of making apps on its platform. After years of delay tactics and stonewalling (and, the judge says, outright lies in court), Apple has to allow app developers to offer in-app purchases through stores outside the App Store, here in the U.S. Apple will appeal the decision, but is required to comply with it in the meantime. Its not the sweeping rules instituted by the European

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Sturdy, water-resistant design Strong sound quality USB-C provides wired audio Cons No Wi-Fi or AirPlay Bass could be firmer No charging cable included Our Verdict The compact design means that the bass output could be a little firmer, but the updated Flip 7 can still match its backpack-sized rivals for sound quality. Throw in a rugged, water-resistant design and both Bluetooth and USB for wired audio, and this lightweight speaker can really earn its kee

Macworld Youre probably paying Microsoft 365 way more than you need to and for what? The same apps, just on an endless subscription loop? With a Microsoft Office lifetime license , you can break free from the monthly payments and get the classic Office suite for a one-time fee. Right now, you can pay just $69.97 and its yours forever (reg. $219.99). This lifetime license works on one Mac and includes all the essential apps: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote . Youll get full ac

Macworld Following news that Apple will be forced to allow external purchase links inside apps and could face criminal charges over its battle with Epic Games, the company announced some good news on Thursday. In the second quarter 2025, Apple posted revenue of $95.4 billion, a 5 percent increase year over year and a second-quarter all-time high. Quarterly earnings per diluted share are $1.65, up 8 percent year over year. The company reported $24.8 billion in profit. Apple beat the analysts pred

Macworld WWDC kicks off on June 9, where well get our first look at Apples new software for the fall: iOS 19 , iPadOS 19, tvOS 19, macOS 16, watchOS 12, and visionOS 3. Weve heard theres a big redesign in store this year, the most dramatic change in years. So what does that leave for May? Not much. There probably wont be any big hardware or software releases or announcements this monthanything Apple has to reveal, it will do so at WWDC. That leaves software and services as the lone Apple release

Macworld Apple has reacted to what appears to be a huge spyware campaign this week by sending warnings to iPhone owners around the world. Recipients of the warnings are advised that a mercenary spyware attack is attempting to remotely compromise their device. As of Wednesday, according to TechCrunch , only two iPhone owners have publicly acknowledged receiving the warning. Italian journalist Ciro Pellegrino wrote an article about the experience Wednesday, while the Dutch activist Eva Vlaardinger

Macworld Once upon a time, my iPhone and Mac dominated my screen time. Id use the former for texting, social media scrolling, listening to music, and so on, while the latter would handle work tasks, movie streaming, and long web-browsing sessions. But a few years ago, everything changedwhen a less-popular Apple product unexpectedly joined my workflow. When someone mentions the Apple TV, you immediately think of Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Max, and the like. All of these services offer native tvOS ap

Macworld If it seems like weve been writing about this Epic vs. Apple Fortnite case for years , its because we have. The case has been raging since 2020 , and finally ended (sort of) with a ruling in 2021. The gist of it is that Apple makes developers who sell digital goods process all payments through its own in-app purchase system and payment processing, and takes a cut of up to 30 percent. However, if a vendor sells physical goods and services (such as Amazon and Uber), it can use its own ext

Macworld Every year, we are introduced to a new version of iOS (alongside Apples other operating systems) at the Worldwide Developers Conference in June. At an event on the first day of the conference, Apple will reveal all the new features coming to iPhones with the release of iOS 19 in the fall (probably in mid to late September). In this article we will run through what we know about the new features coming in iOS 19 in 2025, what phones will get them, and when we expect Apple to release iOS

Macworld In a recent video as part of its iOS Decoded series , 9to5Mac takes a look at some rather interesting code found within the latest iOS 18.5 betas. This code references and enables features that arent expected to be a part of iOS 18.5 when it goes into wide release, however. Instead, it looks like experiments for what might be a part of iOS 19, or maybe even future products. Some of these features may ship, some may not, but they at least give us a look at what Apple is considering. Here

Macworld Its been a while since we got a new Apple Watch SE: after the first version of Apples budget smartwatch came out in 2020 and the second in 2022 with few changes, the company has kept quiet about further releases. But new reports suggest were finally going to see the 3rd-gen SE later in 2025, and that it will come in two new sizes. On Tuesday, Ross Young, a remarkably reliable leaker and analyst who covers the screen supply chain, tweeted that two Apple Watch SE displays have entered pro

Macworld Remembering all the passwords you use on a daily basis can be a struggle. Whether its logging into Amazon, checking your online banking or settling down to watch something on Netflix, seeing the log-in box appear can make your heart sink. Then theres the fact that each site seems to require a different length or combination of certain characters, meaning you need different ones for nearly every site or service (which, sadly, is also a good idea). How are our limited human brains suppose

Macworld Apples AirPlay technology makes it easy to stream media from an Apple device to a device such as a speaker or a television. But the wireless connection that AirPlay uses has vulnerabilities that hackers can use to gain control of those devices. Cybersecurity firm Oligo posted a report today that covers vulnerabilities it discovered in the AirPlay protocol and the AirPlay Software Development Kit. The vulnerabilities, dubbed AirBorne, have been patched in the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other

Macworld Im going to wax a little philosophical for this weeks column, which also happens to be my last. Stay Foolish debuted a decade ago, almost to the day , but Ive been writing regularly for Macworld for nearly 20 years. When I first started out, we were all excited about what the latest in technology Intel-powered Macs would mean for Apples long-term prospects for survival. Two decades later, nobody ever even whispers that Apple is doomed anymore, because to suggest it would mark you as som

Macworld Now the suns out you may be wearing your sunglasses and wondering why your iPhone wont unlock. If you are fed up with having to remove your sunglasses every time you need to unlock your iPhone. Heres what you can do to speed up the process. The reason why Face ID isnt unlocking your iPhone is it cant verify that you are looking at the phone. Face ID normally only unlocks the phone when you are looking at your phonethat way it offers you greater security as someone cant just hold your ph

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros 2-in-1 or 3-in-1 charging Fast 15W for iPhone Fast 5W for Watch and AirPods Compact and lightweight Cons Requires USB-C wall charger Our Verdict This 2-in-1 and 3-in-1 Hyperjuice multi-device chargers are compact and good-looking enough to look sharp in a modern home or work environment. Both are light enough to take with your on a trip, and the smaller will slip in your pocket. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for pro

Macworld Every day, the Macalope is more and more convinced that we need less artificial intelligence and more human intelligence. (Zing! Walk that one off, human race.) Fresh off credulously telling us how close we are to artificial general intelligence, The New York Timess Kevin Roose is back to ask, if you prick AI, does it not bleed? If A.I. Systems Become Conscious, Should They Have Rights? You will be surprised to read that, once again, after talking solely to a group of people who work in

Macworld Your Mac is capable of so much more than the default settings let on. Beneath that polished exterior, theres a treasure trove of powerful features waiting for you to access. Instead of digging through Terminal commands or endless menus, MacPilot makes it easy to unlock over 1,200 advanced macOS features , and you can grab lifetime access for $29.97 when you use code MAC10 at checkout. Thinkstock Customize your Mac your way MacPilot hands you deep system control with a simple, user-frien

Macworld Apple is quite secretive about the sales numbers of individual products, so we have to make do with revenue figures for entire categories. But even with those vague numbers, most analysts agree that this years iPhone 16e is shifting considerably more units than the 3rd-gen iPhone SE it (sort of) replaced. In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, widely followed Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman says this is not surprising. For fans of the SE, he explains, the jump from the second

Macworld With every iPhone launch, people are excited until they start to voice their frustration over Apples incremental hardware changes. The rage is typically justified. Over the past several years, Apple has given us largely tweaked iterations of the same device. Nevertheless, these small improvements do add up to meaningful year-over-year upgrades, but its been a while since Apple has truly blown us away This years iPhone 17 lineup could follow the same pattern. Were not expecting groundbre

Macworld Keeping your iPhone or iPad backed up and organized can be more of a chore than it should be, especially if you use iCloud, iTunes, and your computer to store different things. Between scattered music files, old texts, and cloud backups that are hard to manage, its easy to lose track of whats where, but theres a new app that can help. AnyTrans is a streamlined tool that lets you manage all of your iOS content in one place, and it just went on sale. Whether your files are on your device,

Macworld After a decade of development, the Apple Watch is basically the same as it was when it launched in 2015. Yes, the technology inside has gone through significant improvements its early days a dacade ago. Bigger, brighter displays. More powerful processors. An ever-growing suite of sensors to detect everything from your heart rate to incredibly fine movements. But outside, the Apple Watch still looks like the Apple Watchmore so than any other Apple product. From 10 feet away, you wouldnt

Macworld Apples newest MacBook Air is already a great value at $999, but thanks to its current discount over at Amazon, its even more affordable as its price drops to $909 , the lowest weve ever seen. This laptop features the super speedy M4 chip and a gorgeous 13.6-inch Liquid Retina Display that will make everything look gorgeous, whether youre working, doomscrolling, or watching Netflix. We reviewed the 15-inch version but loved it just the same. We gave the M4 MacBook Air a perfect 5-star re

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Enjoyable survival-horror action Modest system requirements Free demo available Cons Definitely not suitable for children Zombie-slaying can get a bit monotonous at times Our Verdict It might not be the best game in the series, but the zombie-slaying action is still good fun, and a new enemy called Nemesis adds a bit of variety. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Review

Macworld Until the company was granted an exemption a fortnight ago, President Trumps reciprocal tariffs threatened to be a major headache for Apple. A large proportion of its products are manufactured in China, and the severe tariffs on that nations exports could have forced it to put up prices. While Tim Cook may be feeling relieved for now, the chaotic way in which the tariffs have been applied, and Trumps insistence that the exemption isnt really an exemption and that the levies will simply

Macworld Whether or not the iPad can replace a MacBook often depends on what you do. For students and professionals, the iPad Pros superior display, Apple Pencil input, and portability have made it the ideal productivity device. It worked for me; I earned my college degree and worked as a TV script translator while relying solely on an iPad. However, anyone with a more complicated workflow beyond reading, researching, writing, and illustrating like I did wont find the iPad a suitable platform fo

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros 6-in-1 charging High-capacity power bank Fast 15W for iPhone Solid stand Cons No Apple Watch fast charge Our Verdict The Alogic Roam is a solid power bank for those with mid-range travel or a long commute, with three power ports, a built-in USB-C cable and clever fold-out wireless charging points for iPhone, AirPods and Watch. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed

Macworld My 20-year-old didnt like that when they typed excited in a text message on their iPhone, iOS automatically seemed to apply a Ripple effect, part of the set of somewhat pointless Text Effects that Apple added in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS 15 Sequoia. When I test this out, I see suggestions for certain words in the QuickType bar where other suggestions appear. However, my older kid has them dropped insomething other people have complained about in online forums since the features intro

Macworld Many people think Macs dont need antivirus, but they are not immune from viruses and malware dont wait until its too late to protect your Apple computer from threats. Our experts have tested multiple security suites, and in this article outline only the best Mac antivirus programs. These are the security apps they would install on their own Mac or MacBook. Not everyone knows how to check their Mac for viruses , but you dont need to be a security expert to keep your Mac safe. Apple incl

Macworld As we get ever closer to the iPhone 17 launch, were starting to see more solid leaks of the new phones, and today we have another up-close look at the enclosure of all four handsets. And once again, the iPhone 17 Air looks insane. Its one thing to read that the phone is less than 6mm thickits another thing to see it. Well-known leaker Sonny Dickson has shared dummies of all four iPhone 17 modelsthe iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Maxand you can instantly see how thin the new phone

Macworld Apple provides one clue in macOS as to which of many windows you may see on screen is the current frontmost active one: the traffic light red, yellow, and green buttons for close, minimize, and resize are lit up in color. Thats it. You can use Mission Control (F3) to shrink all windows to fit across your displays, but it doesnt provide clues about the active one. The only solution is an inexpensive third-party app, HazeOver , which is $5.99 on the App Store . Its a single-purpose app wi

Macworld The smart home market seems like its an ideal fit for Apple, but what does the company have to show for its efforts so far? On todays show, were talking about Apple and its approach to the smart homewhat it does now and what we could see in the near future. Thats all in this episode of the Macworld Podcast! This is episode 931 with Jason Cross , Michael Simon , and Roman Loyola . Watch episode 931 on YouTube Listen to episode 931 on Apple Podcasts Listen to episode 931 on Spotify Get in

Macworld Apple has been battling the European Commission over the Digital Markets Act since practically the day it was first passed in 2022. The sweeping regulations, most of which went into effect in 2023, have resulted in major changes for Apple, from the wholesale adoption of USB-C charging instead of Lightning to a separate version of iOS for the European Union that is more open and flexible. But the EU has been investigating Apple and other so-called gatekeepers over the past year to see if