Try macOS 26.2’s Edge Light for Low-Light Video Calls
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Dark room, important video call? macOS 26.2’s Edge Light transforms your Mac’s display into an on-screen ring light, illuminating your face so you’re visible on camera.
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Control Song Transitions in Apple Music
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Apple’s new DJ‑style AutoMix transitions between songs in the Music app aren’t to everyone’s taste (and sometimes flub the jump). Here’s how to switch back to a timed Crossfade or disable transitions in Music on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Read MoreReminders (Finally) Adds Time Zone Support
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Traveling across time zones? Reminders in iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26 finally lets you set a time zone per reminder so alerts fire at the right local “wall clock” time.
Read MoreSpotlight Gets Brighter in macOS 26 Tahoe
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Spotlight in macOS 26 Tahoe received a major upgrade, and you can now filter results, run app actions, search sites directly, and browse clipboard history—all starting from a quick press of Command‑Space.
Read MoreMessages Now Offers Shared Conversation Backgrounds
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Conversation backgrounds in Messages look cool, and they’re shared with others on iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26 Tahoe. Pick an appropriate image and explain what you’ve done to delight your contacts rather than confusing them.
Read MoreCanva’s Free Affinity App Takes on Adobe Creative Cloud
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Could you cut your design costs? Canva’s new Affinity app for macOS and Windows is free but offers features comparable to Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Try it and see if it’s enough to replace Creative Cloud.
Read MoremacOS 26 Tahoe Introduces New Recovery Assistant
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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.
Read MoreUpdated Passwords App Adds History
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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.
Read MoreNotable User Interface Changes to Expect in macOS 26
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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.
Read MoreTen Useful New Features in iOS 26’s Phone App
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iOS 26 supercharges the Phone app with call screening, live translation, and hold music detection. But that’s not all! You can make calls from a Mac or iPad, share your screen during calls, see a contact’s call history, and more.
Read MoreWhat’s Liquid Glass, and What to Do If You Don’t Like It
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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.
Read MorePress Control-Return in Sequoia to Open Contextual Menus
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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.
Read MoreWhat Is Safe Mode, and When Should You Use It?
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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.
Read MoreUpgrade Soon: Intel-based Macs and Apps Are On Their Way Out
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Still using an Intel-based Mac or app? With Apple’s recent announcement of end dates for both macOS and Rosetta 2 support, it’s time to plan your transition to Apple silicon.
Read MoreWorking with Time Zones in Apple’s Calendar Apps
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Managing time zones in Apple’s calendar tools is straightforward if you remember two key points. Our article clarifies your options and explains how to handle common scenarios.
Read MoreWhy Passkeys Are Better than Passwords (And How to Use Them)
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Passkeys are finally gaining mainstream traction, with support from Apple, Google, Microsoft, and numerous major websites. Find out why they’re more secure than passwords and how to start using them.
Read MoreApple Silicon Macs Can't Boot from the DFU Port
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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.
Read MoreMake Sure to Check Settings on Multiple Devices
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Is your app behaving differently on different devices? The culprit might be device-specific settings. To avoid frustration, check and synchronize your preferences across all devices to ensure consistent behavior where appropriate.
Read MoreTry Blip for Fast Transfers of Any Size Between Platforms
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Looking for a better way to transfer large files across devices and platforms? Blip offers secure, direct file transfers between Apple devices and other platforms, with no size limits and automatic resumption of interrupted transfers.
Read MoreUse AirPlay to Mirror or Extend Your Mac’s Display
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Want to demo something on a big screen? AirPlay can mirror your Mac’s display—or just specific windows—to an Apple TV-equipped TV or another Mac. It’s perfect for presentations, sharing content with a group, or increasing your screen space.
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