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The latest news, reviews, and updates about Apple Macs, MacBooks, and MacBook Pros all in one place. If macOS is your thing, Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything you need to know. Whether you’re looking for tips and tricks for navigating Catalina, or are just hungry for the latest product announcement from Apple, we’ve got you covered. Read on for the newest rumors, laptop reviews, and more to come out of one of the largest computing brands around.
I never knew I needed this mini Mac app, but now I can’t live without it
Quick Tab is a brilliant little app that greatly improves app switching in macOS. It’s simple, easy to use, and is a genius solution to a finicky Mac problem.
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Apple MacBook Pro M3 Max review: delivering the goods
The MacBook Pro is Apple's most important laptop, and with the upgrade to the M3 Max, it's even more powerful.
What to do when your iPhone doesn’t show up in Finder (or iTunes)
Have an iPhone that isn't showing up in Finder (or iTunes)? Here's what you can do to fix it!
I’m a laptop reviewer. These are the most exciting laptops coming this year
From experimental designs to game-changing technology, these are my most anticipated new laptops of 2024.
5 reasons your MacBook keeps restarting and how to fix it
If your Apple MacBook keeps restarting, there could be a number of potential reasons. We'll explain what to do to fix each of them.
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How to use a blue light filter on your PC or Mac
Blue light from your PC's screen may disrupt your circadian rhythm. Here's how to use a blue light filter with built-in night modes on your PC or Mac .
This one surprising laptop could actually challenge the MacBook Pro
The 14-inch MacBook Pro has lacked a serious rival for a while, but it may have just found one in the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14. Here’s why I’m excited about it.
Here’s why I finally gave up on using Safari on my Mac
I used the Safari web browser on my Mac for years, until one day I finally gave it up. Here’s why I changed my browsing habits -- and what I’m using instead.
Spinning wheel? How to stop your Mac from freezing
It’s annoying if your Mac keeps freezing, but it’s possible to fix. We give you all the details in this guide to fixing problems if your Mac is frozen.
How to password protect a folder in Windows and macOS
Everyone has private data on their PC, and one of the best ways to safeguard that is to password protect it. But do you know how to password protect a folder?
As a recent Mac convert, here’s what has surprised me most
Transitioning from Windows and Android to all-Apple products has required some changes in my computing habits. But so far, those changes have been worth it.
Why I finally gave up and embraced Apple’s walled garden
Switching from Windows and Android to all Apple has dramatically changed my computing. Here's a quick overview of why the investment has been worth it so far.
The 5 best laptops for photo editing and photographers
Looking to buy a good laptop for editing photos? We've gathered and reviewed our top picks for photographers in 2021.
There will be good news for Mac fans this year after all
A fresh report claims Apple is working on a new Mac Pro and Mac Studio, but there are still plenty of reasons why 2024 could be a year to forget for Mac fans.
Here’s why 2024 is going to be a slow year for the Mac
Between the Vision Pro launch and delayed chip upgrades, 2024 could be a quiet year for the Mac. Despite that, there are still a few reasons to be hopeful.
Why I went with the MacBook Pro over the Mac Studio
After a meaningful analysis, I decided to go with a MacBook Pro 16 over a Mac Studio. It wasn't an easy decision, and here's why I made that choice.
How to make a zip file on a Mac
If you download or upload a lot of data, it's helpful to know how to zip files, as it can save time. This guide shows you how to create zip files on macOS.
Best MacBook deals: Get an Air for $750 and save on M3 MacBook Pro
If you’re on the hunt for the most attractive MacBook deals, we've rounded up the top offers for you -- but you should hurry because they get sold out quickly.
These accessories will take your iMac to the next level
Your iMac deserves the best iMac accessories. We have a list of the top peripherals to get for iMacs both new and old, no matter what your budget is like.
Mac Studio vs. iMac vs. Mac mini: don’t make a mistake
Learn how to pick between Apple's three desktop Macs, which are all based on Apple chipsets but are quite different in price, specs, and performance.
Have the M3 MacBook Pros made the Mac Studio irrelevant?
The Apple Mac Studio and MacBook Pro can serve as your desktop PC, with roughly identical performance and prices. Which is better comes down to finer points.
6 upcoming products that will make 2024 a huge year for Apple
Apple is set to launch a host of exciting products in 2024, from the Vision Pro to the iPhone 16 range. Here are the devices we’re most looking forward to.
Apple could fix the MacBook lineup with this one change
Apple’s MacBook range is looking pretty tasty with the arrival of the M3 generation of chips, but there’s one model that is holding everything else back.
