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The Best Antivirus for an Old Mac and MacBook

Nick deCourville · February 13, 2023

Protecting your Mac is rather important, even if the device isn’t up-to-date. With that, here’s the best antivirus software for an old Mac.

Best iPhone and Apple Watch Fitness Apps for Men
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Best iPhone and Apple Watch Fitness Apps for Men

Arnold Zafra · February 13, 2023

We’ve rounded up the best iPhone and Apple Watch fitness apps for men to help you achieve your fitness goals.

Best Mac Photo Editor for Beginners
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Best Mac Photo Editor for Beginners

Arnold Zafra · February 13, 2023

If you’re starting your foray into the complex world of photo editing, this roundup of the best Mac photo editors for beginner is for you.

Does an M1 Mac Need AntiVirus Software?
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Does an M1 Mac Need AntiVirus Software?

Nick deCourville · February 10, 2023

When it comes to viruses and malware, there’s a lot of arguments concerning whether a device, like an M1 Mac, needs antivirus software.

iPhone 14 Repairability: Apple Exec Shares His Thoughts
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iPhone 14 Repairability: Apple Exec Shares His Thoughts

Nick deCourville · February 9, 2023

Apple exec Richard Dinh recently gave details about the repairability of the non-Pro iPhone 14 series, and an analyst looks at iPhone sales.

Mac Terminal Commands You Need to Know to Master the Useful Tool
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Mac Terminal Commands You Need to Know to Master the Useful Tool

Arnold Zafra · February 9, 2023

Learn about the basic and most commonly used Mac Terminal commands to get you started in mastering the powerful macOS tool.

Much Better Dog Tracker Options Than Apple’s AirTag
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Much Better Dog Tracker Options Than Apple’s AirTag

Jeff Butts · February 8, 2023

Folks have been using Apple’s AirTag on their pets. That has several dangers. Check out one of these dog tracker alternatives to the AirTag.

M2 MacBook Pro at Low Power Matches Full-Power M1 Performance
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M2 MacBook Pro at Low Power Matches Full-Power M1 Performance

Nick deCourville · February 8, 2023

Max Tech dives into the differences between the M1 and M2 MacBook Pros, with the M2 giving a shining performance even in Lower Power Mode.

7 Popular Video Editing Apps For Creating Great Content on Your iPhone
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7 Popular Video Editing Apps For Creating Great Content on Your iPhone

Arnold Zafra · February 8, 2023

We’ve rounded up some of the most-used and widely popular video editing apps for iPhone to help you choose the one that best suits your needs.

Apple Execs Talk Future of Gaming Thanks to M-Series
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Apple Execs Talk Future of Gaming Thanks to M-Series

Nick deCourville · February 7, 2023

Apple Execs Tim Millet and Bob Borchers discuss the future of Apple Gaming in thanks to the M-Series of Apple silicon.

How to Manage Extensions in Safari on Mac and More
How-To

How to Manage Extensions in Safari on Mac and More

Arnold Zafra · February 7, 2023

Learn how to manage extensions in Safari on Mac, including how to install them and how to remove unwanted ones.

Apple’s Internal AI Summit Event Once Again Live and In Person
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Apple’s Internal AI Summit Event Once Again Live and In Person

Jeff Butts · February 7, 2023

Apple is reportedly returning to a live, in-person format for its internal AI summit. Will it do likewise for public events?

No Update Available on Mac? Here’s a Fix
How-To

No Update Available on Mac? Here's a Fix

Nick deCourville · February 6, 2023

If your Mac is in need of update, yet your device states there are no updates available, users still have a couple solutions.

Unblock Your iPhone Camera: Causes and Solutions
How-To

Unblock Your iPhone Camera: Causes and Solutions

Nick deCourville · February 3, 2023

Users need the right permissions for their camera, especially with third-party apps: here’s how to unblock an iPhone camera.

iCloud Private Relay — Everything You Need To Know
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iCloud Private Relay — Everything You Need To Know

Arnold Zafra · February 3, 2023

With the debut of iOS 15, Apple introduced a ew security feature when browsing the web using Safari. Find out more about iCloud Private Relay.

How to Write Formulas in Apple Numbers and More
How-To

How to Write Formulas in Apple Numbers and More

Jeff Butts · February 2, 2023

If you’re new to Apple’s Numbers app, on Mac or your iPhone or iPad, you may wonder how to write formulas. Amalia walks you through it.

How to Look at Photos on iCloud and More
How-To

How to Look at Photos on iCloud and More

Arnold Zafra · February 2, 2023

Find out how to look at photos in iCloud, navigate the iCloud website and other important things you need to know about this service.

How to Create a New iCloud Account
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How to Create a New iCloud Account

Nick deCourville · February 2, 2023

For those that want to create a new iCloud account, but already have one, there are a few options available to you. Find out here.

How to Backup Your iPhone Without iCloud
How-To

How to Backup Your iPhone Without iCloud

Nick deCourville · February 1, 2023

While there are advantage to iCloud, some users may want to skip it: here’s how to backup your iPhone without using iCloud.

How to Sign Up for MLS Season Pass 2023
How-To

How to Sign Up for MLS Season Pass 2023

Jeff Butts · February 1, 2023

One professional soccer league’s season is about to kick off, and it’s all on Apple TV. Here’s how to sign up for MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.

HomePod Mini Flashing Orange? Here’s How to Fix It
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HomePod Mini Flashing Orange? Here's How to Fix It

Jeff Butts · February 1, 2023

If your HomePod mini is flashing orange, make sure you’re using the original power adaptor, or purchase a new one. Read here for more tips.

How to Set Up Security Keys for Apple ID on Your iPhone
How-To

How to Set Up Security Keys for Apple ID on Your iPhone

Jeff Butts · January 30, 2023

Apple’s addition of support for security keys for Apple ID means better protection for your devices. Here’s how to set it up on your iPhone.

How to Disable the Continuity Mic on iPhone
How-To

How to Disable the Continuity Mic on iPhone

Nick deCourville · January 30, 2023

If your iPhone is connecting to your Mac as a microphone, you may need to disable the Continuity Mic: here’s how.

How to Share iCloud Storage Using iPhone, iPad or Mac
How-To

How to Share iCloud Storage Using iPhone, iPad or Mac

Arnold Zafra · January 27, 2023

Subscribing to a premium iCloud storage plan is worth it if you know how to share iCloud storage with your friends and even friends.

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