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5 Ways to Force Quit on Mac (2026 Guide)
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5 Ways to Force Quit on Mac (2026 Guide)

Nick deCourville · June 5, 2025

It’s possible to force quit a Mac app if it starts behaving badly or acting weirdly, something to keep in mind if your app freezes.

Buying a MacBook in 2026? Here’s the Mistake Most People Make
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Buying a MacBook in 2026? Here’s the Mistake Most People Make

Ayush Patel · June 4, 2025

Planning to buy a MacBook in 2025? Here’s the biggest mistake most people make and how you can avoid it to get the best value for your money.

I Spent a Month With the M4 MacBook Air and Surface Laptop 7, Here’s the One I’d Keep
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I Spent a Month With the M4 MacBook Air and Surface Laptop 7, Here’s the One I’d Keep

Nick deCourville · June 4, 2025

Looking to pick between the M4 MacBook Air and the Surface Laptop 7? Inside, I’ve got all the dirty details and specs so you can spend wisely.

13 Fixes If macOS Sequoia 15 Is Not Recognizing USB Flash Drives
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13 Fixes If macOS Sequoia 15 Is Not Recognizing USB Flash Drives

Kanika Gogia · June 4, 2025

macOS Sequoia isn’t recognizing USB flash drives? Here are 13 tried and tested ways to fix the issue and get your drive working again.

10 Must-Have iPhone & Mac Wallpapers for June 2026
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10 Must-Have iPhone & Mac Wallpapers for June 2026

Mehak Siddiqui · June 4, 2025

Check out some amazing free June wallpapers for iPhone and Mac featuring the beach, wanderlust, Pride, and more.

6 Best Text Editors for Mac in 2026
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6 Best Text Editors for Mac in 2026

Jose Luansing Jr. · June 3, 2025

Need to write and edit code on macOS? Here are six of the best lightweight, functional text editors for your Mac.

Weekly App Finder: Correct Your Posture With AirPods and macOS
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Weekly App Finder: Correct Your Posture With AirPods and macOS

Bemfica de Oliva · June 3, 2025

AirPosture uses the motion detection in AirPods models to help you keep a correct posture, with your neck and head on the right position.

I Used the M4 MacBook Air for Video Editing, How It Held Up
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I Used the M4 MacBook Air for Video Editing, How It Held Up

Nick deCourville · June 3, 2025

Looking to be the next Tarantino? The power of the M4 MacBook Air is perfect for for newbies and professionals, save for one important detail.

WWDC Flashback: A Look Back at Apple’s Biggest Announcements Since 2022
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WWDC Flashback: A Look Back at Apple’s Biggest Announcements Since 2022

Kanika Gogia · June 2, 2025

With WWDC 2025 just around the corner, let’s take a quick trip down memory lane and look back at Apple’s biggest announcements since 2022.

5 Solutions To Try if You Can’t Scan QR Codes in iOS 18
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5 Solutions To Try if You Can’t Scan QR Codes in iOS 18

Hisan Kidwai · June 2, 2025

Can’t scan QR codes on your iPhone? Here are five easy troubleshooting ways to fix the problem and get scanning once again.

How To Get Baseball 9 Mods on iOS
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How To Get Baseball 9 Mods on iOS

Jose Luansing Jr. · June 2, 2025

Breeze through Baseball 9 levels with iOS mods for unlimited gems, coins, and stamina. Here’s where to get them!

I Spent 15 Months With the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Why I’m Not Trading It In
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I Spent 15 Months With the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Why I’m Not Trading It In

Jose Luansing Jr. · June 2, 2025

New year, new iPhone? Maybe not this year. Here’s why I’m keeping my iPhone 15 Pro Max even after spending the last 15 months with it.

16GB vs 32GB M4 MacBook Air: I Used Both So You Don’t Have To
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16GB vs 32GB M4 MacBook Air: I Used Both So You Don’t Have To

Kanika Gogia · May 31, 2025

Confused between 16GB and 32GB RAM options? Here’s a 16GB vs 32GB M4 MacBook Air comparison to help you decide which one fits your workflow.

Upgrading From an M1 Mac? Here’s What You’ll Actually Notice With the M4
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Upgrading From an M1 Mac? Here’s What You’ll Actually Notice With the M4

Jose Luansing Jr. · May 31, 2025

Are you planning on upgrading from an M1 Mac to an M4 Mac? Here’s everything (good) that you’ll notice, and if it’s worth your money.

How To Fix Netflix Error Code 2-0 and 3-0 on Apple TV (”Title Not Available”)
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How To Fix Netflix Error Code 2-0 and 3-0 on Apple TV (”Title Not Available”)

Nick deCourville · May 30, 2025

Don’t miss a second: our solutions inside can help you reestablish a connection if you need to fix a certain Netflix Error code.

Weekly App Finder: an Actually Useful macOS AI Assistant
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Weekly App Finder: an Actually Useful macOS AI Assistant

Bemfica de Oliva · May 30, 2025

Substage leverages multiple language models to perform a wide range of macOS actions, and became the first AI assistant I liked to use

Living With Apple’s Cheapest iPhones, Is the 16e Actually Worth It?
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Living With Apple’s Cheapest iPhones, Is the 16e Actually Worth It?

Jose Luansing Jr. · May 30, 2025

The iPhone SE is gone—can the iPhone 16e take its place as Apple’s go-to budget phone?

Still Using an M1 MacBook in 2026? What You’re Missing Out On
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Still Using an M1 MacBook in 2026? What You're Missing Out On

Umme Aimon · May 30, 2025

Understand the limitations of using an M1 MacBook in 2025 versus newer models, including display support and performance improvements.

MacBooks, Switches and the New Casual Gamers: Is Gaming Becoming an Aesthetic?
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MacBooks, Switches and the New Casual Gamers: Is Gaming Becoming an Aesthetic?

Nick deCourville · May 30, 2025

The world of gaming is experiencing a shift, and a new era of casual gaming with MacBooks is taking over, for better or for worse.

Stream More, Pay Less: How Digital Marketplaces Cut Your Subscription Costs
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Stream More, Pay Less: How Digital Marketplaces Cut Your Subscription Costs

Nick deCourville · May 30, 2025

With subscription costs for streaming services rising faster than your blood pressure, access to digital marketplaces can save you big.

macOS “Malware Blocked” Alerts: What They Are and How To Fix
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macOS "Malware Blocked" Alerts: What They Are and How To Fix

Bemfica de Oliva · May 29, 2025

If you’re receiving repeated “Malware Blocked” alerts on your Mac, that means macOS security features are kicking in — here’s what to do.

Is the M4 MacBook Air Losing Battery Too Fast? My Early Findings
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Is the M4 MacBook Air Losing Battery Too Fast? My Early Findings

Nick deCourville · May 29, 2025

Is your M4 MacBook Air losing battery too fast? Most likely not, but here’s tips on preserving the health of your machine.

I Tested Every Popular Mac Wallpaper App, Here Are the Ones Worth Downloading
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I Tested Every Popular Mac Wallpaper App, Here Are the Ones Worth Downloading

Mehak Siddiqui · May 29, 2025

I tested every popular Mac wallpaper app to find the best ones. Here are the top apps worth downloading for stunning, high-resolution backgrounds.

All the iOS 18.5 Bugs So Far and How to Fix Them
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All the iOS 18.5 Bugs So Far and How to Fix Them

Kanika Gogia · May 29, 2025

Explore the major iOS 18.5 bugs, including battery drain, overheating, and Bluetooth issues, along with effective solutions.

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