Use Your AirPods as a Camera Remote
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Your AirPods can now double as a camera remote in iOS 26. Here's how to set it up so a press or press-and-hold triggers the shutter to take a photo or start and stop a video.
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When Should You Upgrade Your Apple Devices?
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When’s the right time to upgrade your Mac, iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch? The key warning signs: a battery that no longer lasts all day, performance lags, and the end of security updates. Here’s how to time it right.
Read MoreSafari’s Compact Tab Bar Returns in macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4
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Those who have been missing Safari’s compact tab bar are in luck—it’s back as of macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. The compact tab bar is a welcome way to save vertical space for content.
Read MoreSpeed Up Mac and iOS Typing with Text Expansion
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Tired of typing the same email address, phone number, or tricky words over and over? Text expansion on Mac and iOS can save you keystrokes every day.
Read MoreNever Run AppleScripts from Untrusted Sources
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Attackers are now using fake websites to open Script Editor with pre-filled malicious scripts. Never run an AppleScript from any source you don’t completely trust!
Read More10 Reasons to Upgrade to Apple’s Version 27 Operating Systems This Fall
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From a smarter Siri AI to faster app launches and better parental controls, here are 10 reasons Apple’s version 27 updates may entice you to upgrade when they ship this fall.
Read MoreMake Sure Your Home Network Router Is Secure
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Russian military intelligence recently exploited vulnerable home routers to steal passwords worldwide. You can keep your home network secure by replacing unsupported hardware, enabling automatic updates, and changing default passwords
Read MoreChoose Default Apps for File Types in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26
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iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 finally let you choose which app opens your files—just like on the Mac. Here’s how to use Open With and set new defaults in the Files app.
Read MoreGet to Your Files Faster by Choosing the Best Finder View
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Icon, List, Column, or Gallery? Each Finder view has its strengths. Match the right view to your task and spend less time wrestling with your files.
Read MoreToday’s Fire Prevention Tip: Avoid Cheap Lithium-Ion Batteries
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A study found that nearly 8% of cheap lithium-ion batteries have dangerous manufacturing defects that can cause catastrophic failure—even fires—while name-brand cells had none. Stick with reputable brands.
Read MoreCustomize the Camera Control on Your iPhone
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The Camera Control on the iPhone 16 and later is more than a shutter button—it’s a touch-sensitive shortcut to zoom, exposure, depth, and more. Here’s how to configure it so it works for you or doesn’t get in your way.
Read MoreHeat Wave Survival Guide for Your Apple Devices
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Think your Apple devices can handle the summer heat? Think again. Discover how high temperatures can damage your iPhone, iPad, and Mac—and what you can do to keep them safe.
Read MoremacOS 26.4 Warns Against Terminal-Based Malware Attacks
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Fake CAPTCHAs that trick users into pasting malware commands into Terminal are now common enough that Apple added a warning in macOS 26.4 Tahoe. Remember: no legitimate verification ever requires Terminal commands!
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Understanding New MacBook Battery Charging Features
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Is your MacBook’s battery stuck at 80%? That’s Apple protecting your battery’s long-term health. macOS 26.4 adds new controls, including Charge Limit and a Slow Charger warning. Learn how these features work—and when to override them.
Read MoreIntel-Based Apps Will Stop Working in macOS 28
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Running macOS 26.4? You may start seeing warnings about Intel-based apps not opening. They won’t stop working until macOS 28, but now’s the time to find replacements. Here’s how to identify which apps need attention.
Read MoreNot All Your Mac’s USB-C Ports Are the Same
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Your Mac’s USB-C ports look identical, but one is special—and using it can cause macOS installations or updates on external drives to fail, or trigger other errors with Thunderbolt docks. Learn which USB-C port isn’t like the others.
Read MoreCreate AI-Powered Playlists with iOS 26.4’s Playlist Playground
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Apple Music’s new Playlist Playground in iOS 26.4 uses AI to create custom playlists based on any mood, genre, or activity you describe. Just type what you’re in the mood for and let the app do the rest.
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Two iPhone Exploit Kits Mean You Should Update iOS Now
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Two major iPhone exploit kits—DarkSword and Coruna—can steal passwords, messages, and photos from everyday users who visit an infected website. Check your iOS version and update immediately to protect yourself.
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Check Your Input Source If Your Mac Types Unexpected Characters
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Is your Mac typing the wrong characters or rejecting your password? You may have accidentally switched keyboard layouts. Here’s how to check your input source and prevent it from happening again.
Read MoreView Suspicious Documents Safely with Dangerzone
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Got a suspicious attachment? Dangerzone converts potentially dangerous PDFs and Office docs into safe, pixel-only copies you can view without risk. Think of it as a virtual photocopier that strips any hidden malware, JavaScript, or macros.
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