IK Multimedia is providing AmpliTube 5 users a free AmpliTube OverScream pedal, available now through the start of November.
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OmniFocus 4 for Mac Joins Mobile Apps in TestFlight
The Omni Group has launched its first TestFlight build for Mac, OmniFocus 4. The Mac app joins iOS and iPadOS testing already in progress.
AppleCare+ for Mac Now Available as a Renewable Annual Plan in Canada and Japan
AppleCare+ for Mac recently became available as a renewable annual plan in two more countries, namely Canada and Japan.
Older Macs May Have a Way to Run macOS Ventura Thanks to New Hack
Developer Mykola Grymalyuk and his team have discovered a way to get macOS Ventura running on older Macs with “legacy Metal GPUs”.
IK Multimedia Introduces AmpliTube TONEX, A New Ecosystem for Guitar Amp Modulation
IK Multimedia has now introduced AmpliTube TONEX: a complete software ecosystem to help guitar players experience thousands of Tone Models.
How to Choose the Right Gear to Connect Your Guitar to GarageBand (Mac/iPhone/iPad)
Today we’re going to show you how to best choose a device to connect your guitar to GarageBand, as well as other tips and tricks.
Exploring Four New Games Arriving to Apple Arcade, Including New 'Bomberman' and 'Jetpack Joyride' Sequel
Apple Arcade is brining four new games this month, including a new “Bomberman” and a sequel to fan favorite “Jetpack Joyride”.
Apple Maps Now Has Cycling Directions for All 50 U.S. States
According to Apple Maps enthusiast Justin Obeirne, Cupertino has now added cycling directions to all 50 U.S. States.
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[U] Apple Arcade Losing Fifteen Titles According to New Section In the App Store
According to a new section in the Apple App Store called “Leaving Arcade Soon”, Apple Arcade will be losing fifteen titles.
Google ChromeOS Flex Can Turn Your Old Mac into a Chromebook
Google has released the stable version of its ChromeOS Flex, which will work with many older Macs to turn them into Chromebooks.
Arm Chips Drive 10% of the PC Market, Apple Dominates Majority of the Share
Reports are indicating that Arm based chips are driving 10% of the PC market, a market that is currently dominated by Apple.
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[U] Simply Mac Closes its Doors, Many Customers Left Without Their Devices
After Simply Mac announced its bankruptcy, including the closing of all 53 of its stores, many customers find their devices trapped in a closed store.
Samsung Opens New Production Line for iPad and MacBook OLED Displays
Reports from “TheElec” state that Samsung is opening a production line for OLED displays for iPad and MacBooks.
Microsoft’s Psychonauts 2 Available Now on Mac
Microsoft’s popular platformer Psychonauts 2 has released on the Mac. It’s the first major Microsoft game in years to get ported to Mac.
Retrofy Your Computer with This Old School Icon Set Inspired by the '84 Macintosh
Artist Ben Vessey has created an “Old School” icon and wallpaper set that celebrates the pixelated era of the ’84 Macintosh.
Apple to Teach Consumers How to Make Creature Sound Effects in GarageBand
Anybody interested in how to create sound effects, like Star Wars creature vocals, in GarageBand will have a great opportunity on May 9.
Mac Shipments Up by 8% in 1Q22 But Global PC Shipments Down by 4.5%
As global PC shipments declined by 4.3%, Mac shipments increased by 8% in 1Q22, perhaps thanks to Apple’s M1 Macs.
Apple Maintains Strong Mac Sales Despite PC Market Slump
The PC market may have experienced a sales slump in 1Q22, but not Apple. Mac sales were strong for the quarter, growing more than 4 percent.
MacStories Celebrates Automation, Declares April Automation April
For the month of April, MacStories will be delivering brand new content focusing exclusively on automation and shortcuts.
New Malware Known as GIMMICK Affecting Mac Systems in Asia
Volexity’s security experts recently detected new malware, GIMMICK. It’s primarily affecting users in Asia, and there are ways to combat it.
Ukrainian Developer MacPaw Develops Anti-Spyware Software in Fight Against Russia
Ukrainian developers MacPaw announces the release of its anti-spying app SpyBuster, a free download to help against the fight with Russia.
JP Morgan Analyst Thinks iPhone SE Lead Times Show Promise
Those wanting the latest iPhone SE may be waiting a bit longer, as lead times across the globe are steadily increasing.
How to Use Universal Control for Mac and iPad
A useful feature for Mac and iPad lets you share your Mac’s keyboard and cursor with your iPad. Let’s look at how to use Universal Control.
Ukraine Telecom Industry Unites to Maintain Communications
As Russia’s invasion continues, the Ukraine telecom industry is fighting their own battle: protecting their phone and internet services.
