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The M5 Ultra secret is out
The iOS 26.3 release candidate has references to M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips.
News
iOS 26.3 release candidate is out now
This beta release should bring more polish to iOS 26, but the next release could be a big one.
Updated
macOS 26 Tahoe Beta: Latest beta and how to get it
Try out new macOS features before anyone else! Download and install the macOS beta, developer and pubic versions.
News
iPhone users say iOS 26.2.1 causes crashes and connectivity issues
iOS 26.2.1 was meant to fix bugs, but appears to have brought problems of its own.
News
New Apple research could unlock fast-talking Siri
The key is to group sounds that are acoustically or semantically interchangeable.
How-To
How to downgrade an iPhone from iOS 26 to a previous iOS version
Want to revert your iPhone to a previous iOS? This guide explains when downgrades are possible, how to do them safely, and what risks to watch for.
News
Apple releases surprise Big Sur update to keep FaceTime and Messages working
Updates to watchOS 9 and 10 arrive as well.
Reviews
MSP360 Backup Review: A powerful Time Machine alternative for advanced Mac users
A powerful Time Machine alternative for advanced Mac users with scripting, strong encryption, and broad cloud support – but a steep learning curve.
Feature
Creator Studio vs. Creative Cloud: Can Apple's new suite take on Adobe?
Which creative suite makes more sense for video, photo, and audio creators?
News
'Harmful' Google ads masquerading as how-tos are tricking Mac users
The scheme looks like a sponsored link but leads users to a site designed to look an Apple page and instructs users to run Terminal commands.
Updated
Best antivirus for Mac 2026: Security apps tested vs Apple Xprotect & Gatekeeper
Don't skimp on security for your Mac. These are the antivirus programs Macworld editors trust to protect their own Macs and MacBooks from the latest digital security threats.
How-To
Enable ProMotion scrolling and more with these hidden Safari settings
Safari's Feature Flags lets you test dozens of features qithout installing a beta.
News
Apple patches bug causing iPhone network issues in recent update
But the iOS update that apparently caused the issue is still unavailable.
How-To
How to download YouTube videos on a Mac: Easy, free & premium options
Learn how to download YouTube videos on a Mac using free tools, YouTube Premium, and built-in macOS features – plus legal tips and best options.
More Color
The road to the next insanely great Mac is paved with AI
Apple Intelligence might actually be the latest attempt by Apple to fulfill the dream behind the original Mac.
Updated
Complete macOS versions history 2001-2026: Dates, features & support
Explore every macOS version from Mac OS X Cheetah to macOS 26 Tahoe, with release dates, features, names, and the versions still supported.
News
Apple pulls four iPhone updates following network issues
Latest versions of iOS 18, 16, 15, and 12 are all "paused" after some older iPhones were unable to connect to emergency services.
Feature
iOS versions: Explore every iOS version from day one to today
A complete history of every iOS version, including release dates, key features, the latest version, and supported iPhone models.
News
Apple updates iOS 12 for the first time since 2023
The small update ensures FaceTime and iMessage will keep working on 13-year-old iPhones.