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December 03, 2025

macOS 26 Tahoe Introduces New Recovery Assistant

December 03, 2025/ Tom Puls
macOS 26 Tahoe Introduces New Recovery Assistant

macOS 26 Tahoe brings a new Recovery Assistant, which automatically detects and attempts to resolve Mac problems. Just remember: automated recovery can be helpful, but backups are still essential.

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December 03, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Tips
Mac, macOS
November 26, 2025

Updated Passwords App Adds History

November 26, 2025/ Tom Puls
Updated Passwords App Adds History

Apple’s Passwords app can now show your password history in macOS 26 Tahoe, iOS 26, and iPadOS 26, helping you track down why that “correct” password isn’t working.

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November 26, 2025/ Tom Puls/
macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Mac, iPad, iPhone
November 24, 2025

Notable User Interface Changes to Expect in macOS 26

November 24, 2025/ Tom Puls
Notable User Interface Changes to Expect in macOS 26

From transparent menu bars to customized folders, macOS 26 Tahoe introduces the most significant visual update in years. Discover the key interface changes that will influence your daily Mac use... and which you can turn off.

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November 24, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Article
Mac, macOS
November 10, 2025

What’s Liquid Glass, and What to Do If You Don’t Like It

November 10, 2025/ Tom Puls
What’s Liquid Glass, and What to Do If You Don’t Like It

Apple’s new Liquid Glass interface brings semi-transparent, floating controls to all your devices. Here’s what that means and how to customize it to optimize your experience.

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November 10, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Article
iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, visionOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro
October 20, 2025

Apple Adds M5 Chip to MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro

October 20, 2025/ Tom Puls
Apple Adds M5 Chip to MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro

Apple has brought its new M5 chip to the MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro, boosting performance but changing little else. The updates maintain existing designs and price points.

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October 20, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Article
Mac, iPad, Vision Pro
October 08, 2025

Press Control-Return in Sequoia to Open Contextual Menus

October 08, 2025/ Tom Puls
Press Control-Return in Sequoia to Open Contextual Menus

macOS 15 Sequoia has a new way you can keep your hands on the keyboard. Press Control-Return to open contextual menus—no mouse required. Try it out and speed up your workflow on your Mac.

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October 08, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Tips
Mac, macOS
October 06, 2025

What Is Safe Mode, and When Should You Use It?

October 06, 2025/ Tom Puls
What Is Safe Mode, and When Should You Use It?

Having Mac problems? Before trying more complex solutions, restart in safe mode—your Mac’s stripped-down troubleshooting environment. It disables non-essential software and clears system caches to help identify and resolve common issues.

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October 06, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Article
Mac, macOS
September 17, 2025

Apple Introduces AppleCare One for Multi-Device Coverage

September 17, 2025/ Tom Puls
Apple Introduces AppleCare One for Multi-Device Coverage

Apple’s new AppleCare One plan allows you to cover multiple devices under a single subscription and even add devices up to 4 years old. At $19.99 per month for three devices, it could save you money and simplify your AppleCare coverage.

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September 17, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Tips
iPhone, iPad, AirPods, Mac
August 04, 2025

Choosing the Best Mac for a College-Bound Student in 2025

August 04, 2025/ Tom Puls
Choosing the Best Mac for a College-Bound Student in 2025

Which Mac is best for a college student in 2025? Our short answer is either the 13-inch or 15-inch M4 MacBook Air. However, students with substantial processing needs (such as audio or video editing) might want to consider the 14-inch MacBook Pro.

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August 04, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Articles
Mac
July 23, 2025

Make Apple Devices Easier for Family to Access with Secondary Biometrics

July 23, 2025/ Tom Puls
Make Apple Devices Easier for Family to Access with Secondary Biometrics

Make accessing your iPhone, iPad, and Mac easier for trusted family members by setting them up so they can use Touch ID or Face ID.

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July 23, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Tips
iPhone, iPad, Mac, passwords
July 09, 2025

Apple Silicon Macs Can't Boot from the DFU Port

July 09, 2025/ Tom Puls
Apple Silicon Macs Can't Boot from the DFU Port

If your Apple silicon Mac won’t boot from an external drive, the issue may be related to which USB-C port you’re using—the special DFU port cannot be used for booting from external drives. Learn how to identify that port on your Mac.

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July 09, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Tips
Mac, macOS, Apple Silicon
May 28, 2025

Apple Says More Personalized Siri Will Be Delayed

May 28, 2025/ Tom Puls
Apple Says More Personalized Siri Will Be Delayed

If, like us, you’ve been eager to try the Apple Intelligence-enhanced version of Siri that Apple announced at its Worldwide Developer Conference in 2024, we’re sorry to say that we all have longer to wait.

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May 28, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Tips
Siri, Apple Intelligence, iPhone, iPad, Mac
March 03, 2025

How (and Why) to Use iPhone Mirroring on Your Mac

March 03, 2025/ Tom Puls
How (and Why) to Use iPhone Mirroring on Your Mac

The new iPhone Mirroring app in macOS 15 Sequoia lets you use your iPhone running iOS 18 in a window on your Mac. It’s a welcome feature that offers the possibility of increased productivity and fewer distractions.

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March 03, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Articles
macOS, iOS, Mac, iPhone
November 04, 2024

Apple Brings the M4 Chip Family to the iMac, Mac mini, and MacBook Pro

November 04, 2024/ Tom Puls
Apple Brings the M4 Chip Family to the iMac, Mac mini, and MacBook Pro

Apple has started moving the Mac lineup to the M4 family of chips with the updated iMac, redesigned Mac mini, and enhanced MacBook Pro. They’re great machines, particularly for those who need to upgrade from an Intel-based Mac.

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November 04, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Articles
Mac, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini
August 12, 2024

Make the Most of the Mac’s Videoconferencing Capabilities

August 12, 2024/ Tom Puls
Make the Most of the Mac’s Videoconferencing Capabilities

Although videoconferencing has become a part of everyday life for lots of us, many people don’t realize that macOS provides helpful options for improving our video, audio, and presentations.

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August 12, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Articles
macOS, Mac
July 10, 2024

Apple Explains Its Approach to Device Longevity

July 10, 2024/ Tom Puls
Apple Explains Its Approach to Device Longevity

Apple has published a white paper that offers an illuminating look at how the company works to increase device longevity while balancing environmental impact, protecting customer privacy and safety, and enabling transparency in repair.

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July 10, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Tips
Mac, iPhone, iPad
July 08, 2024

Choosing the Best Mac for a College-Bound Student in 2024

July 08, 2024/ Tom Puls
Choosing the Best Mac for a College-Bound Student in 2024

Which Mac is best for a college student in 2024? Our short answer is either the 13-inch or 15-inch M3 MacBook Air, although students with significant processing needs (like audio or video editing) might consider the 14-inch MacBook Pro.

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July 08, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Articles
Mac
July 02, 2024

Prep Your Tech for Travel

July 02, 2024/ Tom Puls
Prep Your Tech for Travel

Planning a vacation this summer? A little tech prep can help ensure that your devices don’t let you down while you’re away. We have advice for what to bring, essential apps, and more.

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July 02, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Articles
Misc, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
June 11, 2024

At WWDC, Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence and Previews New OS Features

June 11, 2024/ Tom Puls
At WWDC, Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence and Previews New OS Features

At yesterday’s Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple announced a treasure trove of new features in its upcoming operating system upgrades, including practical, everyday improvements and impressive AI-based capabilities.

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June 11, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Articles
macOS, iOS, visionOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Apple Intelligence, AI
December 18, 2023

Nine Ways of Moving Data from One Mac to Another

December 18, 2023/ Tom Puls
Nine Ways of Moving Data from One Mac to Another

Copying a file from one Mac to another is conceptually straightforward, but not all approaches work equally well in all situations. Read on to learn which ways of mov-ing files are most appropriate for your needs.

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December 18, 2023/ Tom Puls/
Articles
macOS, Mac
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