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The latest news, reviews, and updates about Apple Macs, MacBooks, and MacBook Pros all in one place. If macOS is your thing, Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything you need to know. Whether you’re looking for tips and tricks for navigating Catalina, or are just hungry for the latest product announcement from Apple, we’ve got you covered. Read on for the newest rumors, laptop reviews, and more to come out of one of the largest computing brands around.

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The best Mac apps for 2024: top software for your Mac

Wondering what to install on your Mac? Look no further than our list of the best Mac apps, including everything from excellent productivity tools to security.
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Best MacBook deals: Get an Air for $605 and save on M3 MacBook Pro

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The iMac Pro may not be completely dead, and that thrills me

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Best Buy is having a huge MacBook sale this weekend — save $500

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iMac deals: New, renewed and refurbished iMac computers

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Best Mac Mini deals: Save over $100 on an Apple desktop

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The new Mac mini may be almost as small as the Apple TV

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How to share an external hard drive between Mac and Windows

Disney Plus on a MacBook Pro.

A ‘dramatic’ Mac redesign may launch later this year

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I’m a Mac power user, and these are the apps I can’t live without

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Did Apple just hint that the M4 MacBook Pro isn’t coming in 2024?

Apple's M2 MacBook Air is super thin and light.

The 13-inch MacBook Air with M2 has a $200 price cut right now

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Apple Intelligence: release date, features, privacy, and more

Apple Intelligence is Apple's take on AI, and it's coming to a device near you very soon.
A man sitting at a desk in front of an M1 iMac. Behind him is a large glass window and a set of shelves holding books, plants and ornaments.

People are arguing about this classic macOS feature, and it’s hilarious

A simple post on X ignited a firestorm of debate over whether macOS or Windows does one simple thing better. The results were amusing and often very strange.
An Apple MacBook laptop with the macOS Ventura background wallpaper and the notch seen at the top of the display.

The MacBook notch has been redeemed

The NotchNook app turns your Mac’s notch into something you’ll actually want to use, with tools and features that make it like a Dynamic Island for macOS.
Apple MacBook Pro 16 downward view showing keyboard and speaker.

This small change coming to the M5 MacBook Pro could mean much more

It's not due out until 2025, but a new report indicates that a change to the camera module could be coming. Could this signal a larger update in the works?
The restored 11.6-inch MacBook Air with earbuds and wireless mouse, as sold by Walmart.

Grab a refurbished MacBook Air for just $199 at Walmart today

Save big when you purchase this refurbished MacBook Air, earbuds, and wireless mouse at Walmart! It can all be yours for just $200!
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The best MacBook to buy in 2024

With plenty of MacBook models to choose from, which should you buy? Our guide examines performance, battery life, design, and more to help you find the answer.
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I still can’t believe this unprecedented MacBook Air deal is for real

The M1 MacBook Air is very much worth buying, and this deal makes it a better value than ever.
The iPhone Mirroring feature from macOS Sequoia being demonstrated at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

I’ve been using the first macOS Sequoia public beta. Here’s my take on it so far

Apple has just released the macOS Sequoia public beta into the wild. Should you download it? We tested its new apps and features to see if it’s worth your time.
Apple's Craig Federighi introducing the new window tiling feature in macOS Sequoia at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

The macOS Sequoia public beta just launched. Here’s how to download it

The public beta for macOS Sequoia is out now, and anyone can test it out.
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The ChatGPT app has changed how I use my Mac in three key ways

OpenAI has launched an official ChatGPT app on macOS. If you’ve got a Mac, it’s definitely worth trying -- here are three things I love the most about it.
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The Laifen Wave toothbrush combines oscillation and vibration for an ultra clean

LaifenTech is offering innovative personal care deals in time for Prime Day 2024. Check out their latest deals including on the Laifen Wave electric toothbrush.
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M4 MacBook Pro rumors: here’s everything we know so far

All the rumors on when Apple will give the MacBook Pro an M4 chip, and what kind of performance and features to expect.
Frostpunk 2 runs on a MacBook.

Apple’s gaming push is heating up faster than you think

Apple is getting more serious about gaming, and its efforts are progressing surprisingly fast.
The gold MacBook Air M1's logo and keyboard.

The MacBook Air just got a huge price cut

Apple has announced a reduced price for the M1 MacBook Air, now starting at $649.
Apple's Craig Federighi introducing the new window tiling feature in macOS Sequoia at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

Don’t wait for macOS Sequoia. This app already has its best feature

Apple is bringing window snapping to macOS Sequoia, but there’s a better alternative app out there that does everything Apple can do -- plus a whole lot more.
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Best refurbished MacBook deals: Get a MacBook Air for $109 and more

Buying a refurbished MacBook is a popular way to get one of Apple's laptops for much cheaper than their usual price, and here are the best offers right now.
Some 2015 MacBook Pro models use a butterfly keyboard.

Apple customers to finally get a share of $50M MacBook settlement

It's been a long wait, but payouts linked to Apple's settled MacBook butterfly keyboard lawsuit are set to go out to impacted customers this month.
Apple's Craig Federighi discusses macOS at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

All the M4 Macs that are still coming out in 2024

Apple is planning to upgrade its entire Mac lineup to the M4 chip this year. Here’s what we can expect in 2024 and beyond, including all the predicted launches.
A MacBook Pro sitting on a desk with the time displayed on its monitor.

What is the ‘Your clock is behind’ error and how to fix it

Struggling with “Your clock is behind” or “Your clock is ahead” errors on your Mac? Our guide will help you fix it and banish the errors for good.
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How to stop Apple Music from automatically playing

Tired of Apple Music tracks firing up without you even pressing play? Here’s how to disable Autoplay for iPhones, iPads, and macOS computers.
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When will macOS sequoia come out? Here’s what we know so far

macOS Sequoia is the latest version of Mac software, and it's coming later this year to your Mac.
A rose gold MacBook Air has Disk Utility open with a red warning symbol and an external drive connected.

The best data recovery software for your Mac or MacBook

Our guide to the best data recovery apps for the Mac can help you restore any files missing after a storage failure or drive error.
A close-up of the gold MacBook Air M1's keyboard.

Can you use Control-Alt-Delete on a Mac? Here’s the answer

Wondering if there’s a Control-Alt-Delete shortcut in macOS? Our guide has the answer, with everything you need to know about using this shortcut on your Mac.

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