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The Magic of Background Removal
Background removal in photos used to require mad skills and big bucks, but Dr. Mac says today you can do it automatically (and convincingly) for free.
Top 5 New Features in WatchOS 9
Here we have listed the top 5 new features of watchOS 9 that will be coming to Apple Watch Series 4 and later models.
Top 5 New Features Coming to Your Mac in macOS Ventura
Apple’s latest desktop operating system will greatly enhance your Mac. Here are the top 5 new features coming to macOS Ventura.
Top 5 New Features in iOS 16
With the announcement of iOS 16 at WWDC22, Apple introduced tons of new features. Here are the best five coming this fall.
Top 5 New Features in iPadOS 16
We outline the top 5 new features of iPadOS 16, which many are saying could transform the iPad into a full laptop experience.
Apple’s Upcoming Plans Suggest iPad May Soon Be a Laptop Replacement
An upcoming 14-inch iPad Pro is a telling sign of consumer priorities, at least to Apple. The iPad may yet become a laptop replacement.
iMovie’s Best-Kept Secret: Trailers
Check out this quick course in using iMovie Trailers, which Dr. Mac absolutely LOVES. You’ll be creating amazing memory videos in short order.
The Taming of Your iPhone
Dr. Mac demystifies iPhone features such as Notifications, Deliver Quietly, and Focus.
Smart Lighting by Twinkly: Innovative and Fun
Dr. Mac discusses Twinkly, a unique line of smart lighting products that are tons of fun.
Siri Needs Better Consistency As a Voice Assistant
Apple has one of the best user experiences around, but it isn’t perfect. In fact, Siri as a voice assistant is plagued by inconsistencies.
EcoTank Printers are Super-Economical
Dr. Mac explains why he prefers Epson EcoTank printers and how they save him money year in and year out. For his usage, it’s a no-brainer.
Bluetooth Speakers for Dads & Grads
Dr. Mac names his favorite Bluetooth speakers for 2022 (at least so far).
How to Tweak Your Apple Headphones
Dr. Mac explains how to tweak your Apple or Beats headphones based on your hearing, so they sound even better.
Apple’s Services Revenue Exceeds Mac and iPad Sales Combined
For its second quarter of 2022, Apple’s services revenue has outpaced that of the Mac and iPad … combined.
Apple’s Self-Service Repair Program Meets Some, Not All, of What We Wanted
Apple’s self-service repair program is a good start. It has a serious flaw, though: cost. You pay more for some parts than the repair itself.
Apps for Summer Travel
Dr. Mac praises a pair of apps that improve his vacation travels immensely.
Facebook Unable To Account For Personal User Data: The Larger Problem Of Big Tech
Recent reports indicate that Facebook has little idea concerning how to handle personal user data. The report comes from a privacy engineer.
Two Fixes for Spontaneously Rearranged Windows
Dr. Mac has discovered not one but two fixes for the longstanding “windows spontaneously rearrange themselves” bug.
Stop Selling the AirTag Immediately, Privacy Advocate Urges Apple
The accessory may be great for finding lost items, but it’s just too dangerous to personal safety. Apple should stop selling the AirTag.
Tests Show M1 Mac Thunderbolt Ports Don’t Live Up to Full Potential
Recent testing shows a serious problem with Apple’s M1 Mac lineup. The M1 Mac Thunderbolt ports significantly underperform in data speeds.
ChronoSync 10: Better than Ever
Dr. Mac likes ChronoSync 10, which he calls “easily the best version yet,” and declares it “chock full of new or improved features.”
Owning a Recalled MacBook Pro: My Experience with the Genius Bar
After receiving a MacBook Pro with a keyboard recalled by Apple, one user recounts their experience with Apple’s Genius Bar.
Apple’s Latest Original Podcast, ‘Run, Bambi, Run,’ Packs a Punch
Two episodes into “Run, Bambi, Run,” and Jeff Butts is hooked on the true crime podcast. Learn what makes Apple’s debut so enticing.